852.00/2765: Telegram
The Ambassador in Spain (Bowers), Then in France, to the Secretary of State
[Received 11:55 a.m.]
0024. Argentine Ambassador called another meeting of Diplomatic Corps to propose that Corps as such try to arrange an exchange of civilian prisoners. Probably be rebuffed by the Government since most important rebel prisoners persons of influence and power while Government prisoners are people of less significance. If Corps presumed to act as arbitrator there is serious danger that it will become involved unpleasantly in the internal dispute. This is all the more likely since the Corps itself is composed largely of intense partisans. In accordance with your instruction of August 17, 9 a.m., I have sent word I am unable to attend. This meeting probably will merely talk and another meeting may be called by the Argentine Ambassador. I think it wiser for us to stay out of all meddling with the Civil War but if you prefer that I attend the next one please wire instructions.