File No. 165.102/117
The Acting Secretary of State to the Ambassador in Germany (Gerard)
Washington, October 10, 1914, 5 p.m.
[Telegram]
378. Matanzas sailed 7th under ballast and before your recommendations as to raw cotton were received. Have Consul General ascertain amount of raw cotton wanted. If reasonable financial arrangements can be made ships carrying raw cotton will be sent. Department has assurances Congressman Metz is anxious to send raw cotton. Holland-America Line soon to put some boats under American flag which will carry raw cotton. All other boats sent for dyestuffs, etc., will carry raw cotton. Assure German Government no goods sent on Matanzas will be reexported. Guarantees given by all importers receiving goods on Matanzas.