This letter was severely condemned by the British press and by practically all representative British statesmen.

It produced a most lamentable impression in the United States also.] [Footnote 66: Eugene C.Shoecraft, the Ambassador's secretary.] [Footnote 67: As related in Chapter XXII, page 267, President Wilson was informed of the so-called "secret treaties" by Mr.Balfour, in the course of his memorable visit to the White House.].