Messersmith, G.S., Vienna. Despatch No. 209 to Secretary of State [Cordell Hull], Washington.

Further observations on situation of Jews in Austria; discrimination continuing but not out of control; convinced that Chancellor and other government leaders are sincere in their assurances that Jewish rights will be upheld, but they are being pressured by certain factions to put through anti-Semitic measures; Jew, a spokesman for the Jewish community, appointed to the Staatsrat, the highest deliberative body in Austria; leaders realize international support which Austria is receiving would be weakened if discriminatory measures increase