objected to item II in the formula recited on page 3 hereof, but approved item I, as did His Holiness. I have promised to give each a copy of the la and of hte accompanying statement attached hereto (marked I attached hereto a translation of a portion of a speech made by a nist member of the Italian Government, July 10, 1944 (marked I attach a memorandum regarding Communism which the Pope discused breifly in or first audience, but which was rewritten by Monsegneur Tardini (marked "C"). A further audience will be accored me on Wednesday, July 19. As you will have noted, my principal efforts are directed First: to convince the Pope and other Vatican authorities that the German Army msut surrender unconditionally; Second: that cooperation with Russia in the interest of victory and permanent world peace is essential; Third: that an International Organization must be created at as early a date as possible to implement the settlement of war problems and to insure future peace. I have not felt free to use specific details of any such project. With highest regards, believe me Sincerely yours, {Myron Taylor} Enclosures. |