File No. 861.48/62b
The Secretary of State to the Ambassador in Great Britain (Page)
2945. There is a strong feeling here of sympathy for the destitute in Poland, and an increasing demand that relief should be sent to them. To all inquiries Department advises that Hoover is now endeavoring to secure the necessary permission to extend over Poland organization of the Belgian Relief Commission, and that when this is accomplished, as it is hoped it will be, relief can go forward from this country. If you see no objection, you may advise Sir Edward Grey of the anxiety of large numbers of American citizens and of their desire to send assistance to the destitute in Poland. See Department’s 2926, 23d, and inform Hoover prompt reply requested.