It was learned here today that the United States Government will do all in its power to ameliorate the situation of foreign Jews who are slated for expulsion provided it does not prove diplomatically embarrassing. This is the general impression with regard to recent interviews between Myron G. Taylor, American vice-chairman of the Intergovernmental Refugee Committee, and United States Ambassador William Phillips.
Reliable sources expressed the belief that the United States is waiting for Premier Benito Mussolini to fulfill, without a hint from Washington, his promise of cooperation. However, a hint from President Roosevelt is expected if a general expulsion is enforced after the March 12 deadline for emigration of the foreign Jews. Thus far no encouraging reply has been received from the British Embassy to the local refugee committee’s renewed plea for the British Government’s cooperation and assistance, but it was indicated that the question will be discussed in London. While a majority of Italy’s foreign Jews are awaiting their fate with resignation, scores have left for Tangiers, where no visas are required. All but German Jews have been admitted.
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