. 180. 1190/131/45). FOREIGN OFFICE, S.V.I, ^lst February, 1940. f My Lord Marquess, I have received and perused with deep interest your despatch No.119 of the 1st February in which you reviewed the state of opinion in the United States of America at the present time. I desire to express to Your Lordship my thanks for this comprehensive survey which will be of great assistance to His Majesty's Government in framing their policy. I am, with great truth and respect, My Lord Marquess, Your Excellency's obedient Servant, (For the Secretary of State) His Excellency The Most Honourable The Marquess of Lothian, C.H., etc., etc., etc., Washington.