situation to be precarious and that the general impression was that a conference of the type proposed would not at that time be expedient. In conclusion, the Apostolic Delegate was instructed to let you know that if later on such a conference appeared to be expedient, the Pope would communicate with you before any final steps were taken. I asked Father Carroll to tell the Delegate that I deeply appreciated the message recieved and that I would immediately communicate its contents to you. Believe me, Faithfully yours, /s/ Sumner Wells |