Messersmith, G.S., [Buenos Aires]. Telegram to Secretary of State [James F. Byrnes], Washington., 1946 May 29

Reports conversation with [Juan Domingo] Perón shortly after arrival in Buenos Aires; did not touch on specific problems, but exchanged wishes for better relations between U.S. and Argentina; atmosphere cordial; Perón mentioned social program for Argentina - health, housing, and social insurance; advised him to study such programs carefully before undertaking; Perón said Argentina had considerable surplus of grain in interior but needed trucks to move it to railheads; grain appears to be seriously needed; thinks trucks and tires should be made available; first conversation useful in that it laid foundation for further discussion.