Washington, Nov. 28.
Despite official statements that the reports were "premature," diplomatic observers here today attached considerable importance to reports circulated in the highest circles that the Department of State was studying means to amend the Neutrality Act and changing it into a powerful diplomatic weapon.
Advisers on foreign affairs who are close to the President today appeared to be aiming at a forceful American participation in world politics under an amended Neutrality Act, it was reported here today.
These reports stated that the changes contemplated would empower the President to declare an embargo against any nation deemed to be an aggressor, without declaring a simultaneous embargo against the nation being attacked.
1t was reported in high circles here today that proposals to this end, after being drafted would be submitted to President Roosevelt, after which they Would be submitted to various leaders of Congress in an effort to clear the way for legislation on the matter immediately upon Congress being convened.
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