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DATE 1 Oct:24.

Dear Ketcher,

I understand that Parkin explained to you the difficulties which will constantly be met with in order to facilitate the Consultations which required it in the Convalescence of the British Delegation. It is undeniable that, if possible, the British Delegation should be accommodated at the Metropole.

La... made known that it is tentative because he cannot get there in time. However, the accommodation at the Metropole is available. If you could send a brief telegram to ascertain whether accommodation will be available, it would be possible for you to alter your arrangements.

Yours sincerely,

M. Ketchen Esq. CBE

MINUTE.

J.J.P. 20/2

To:

Sir O. Davis
Sir G. Grindle
Sir H. Read
Sir J. Masterton Smith
Lord Arnold
Mr. Thomas

In connection with the Instructions to the British Delegation in Ex... Conference. I have been asked to write to you expressing the great difficulty of your being drawn into informal discussions (either before or during the Conference) with representatives of other Powers.

You should be most careful to avoid expressing any views which might be taken as official. It is not possible to avoid such discussions altogether, but if it is likely, you should...

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DRAFTDATE 1 Oct:24.Dear Ketcher,I understand that Parkin explained to you the difficulties which will constantly be met with in order to facilitate the Consultations which required it in the Convalescence of the British Delegation. It is undeniable that, if possible, the British Delegation should be accommodated at the Metropole.La... made known that it is tentative because he cannot get there in time. However, the accommodation at the Metropole is available. If you could send a brief telegram to ascertain whether accommodation will be available, it would be possible for you to alter your arrangements.Yours sincerely,M. Ketchen Esq. CBEMINUTE.J.J.P. 20/2To:Sir O. DavisSir G. GrindleSir H. ReadSir J. Masterton SmithLord ArnoldMr. ThomasIn connection with the Instructions to the British Delegation in Ex... Conference. I have been asked to write to you expressing the great difficulty of your being drawn into informal discussions (either before or during the Conference) with representatives of other Powers.You should be most careful to avoid expressing any views which might be taken as official. It is not possible to avoid such discussions altogether, but if it is likely, you should......not... discussion...To ins... 123... not...

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