711.94/1850: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Ambassador in Japan (Grew)
537. Your 1300, December 8, 4 p.m.,14 and series of telegrams immediately preceding in regard to the desire of Mr. Y to visit the United States.
You are authorized to inform Mr. Y that no objections would be raised if Mr. Y should decide to proceed with his plans.
The Department understands, of course, that Mr. Y would not be coming to the United States on any good-will mission, that he would come entirely in a private capacity; and that his purpose would be to inform himself in regard to American opinion, official and private, on Far Eastern questions. Should he come, officers of the Department would be glad to see him and to offer, should he so desire, suggestions as to how he might best obtain accurate knowledge in regard to American opinion.
We feel that publicity should be avoided and that if Mr. Y makes the trip it is important that he understand that the trip is being made not upon the initiative and responsibility of the Department or of your Embassy.