File No. 763.72112/868
The Ambassador in Germany (Gerard) to the Secretary of State
[Telegram]
Berlin,
March 15, 1915, 2 p. m.
[Received March 16, 3.10 p. m.]
[Received March 16, 3.10 p. m.]
1846. In considering question of reported British blockade of goods of German origin please consider case of American importers who have signed contracts to buy goods from German manufacturers to be delivered in future. These goods Americans must accept and pay for.
Gerard