868.001 C 76/32: Telegram
The Chargé in Greece (Hall) to the Secretary of State
[Received March 17—4:46 a.m.]
33. Legation’s telegram number 8 January 24th and number 27 March 9th, also Department’s telegram number 16 February 15th.10 Minister for Foreign Affairs desired me to transmit to Government [Page 149] of the United States following information contained in letter to Legation.
“The present Royal Government recognizes all obligations resulting from treaties, conventions or agreements concluded with foreign powers or private persons by the Government administering the affairs of the country during the time when the Royal authority was exercised by the late lamented son of His Majesty King Constantine.”
In other words Greek Government now frankly declares reign of Alexander illegal which is a positive statement they have up to this time avoided making to Legation. Such a stand by present Government here, if accepted, it seems to me will create endless possibilities of future disagreement and discord. French and British Ministers here urging same point on their respective Governments. In interview yesterday with Italian Minister I received distinct impression that Italy would not raise this question with present Greek Government as Italy seems to be well satisfied results of London conference.
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