Joseph H. Choate tells the story of how he was approached
one wet, wintry night on one of London’s lonely streets by a
policeman.
“I say, old chap,” called the “bobby,” “what are you doing
walking about in this beastly weather? Better go home.”
“I have no home,” replied Mr. Choate. “I am the American
ambassador.”
This story is repeated in a pamphlet issued by the American
Embassy Association, whose purpose is to promote and encourage
the acquisition by the United States of permanent homes for its
ambassadors in foreign capitals.
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