File No. 600.001/15
The Ambassador in France (Sharp) to the Secretary of State
[Received May 8, 8 p. m.]
1383. Your 1494, May 3, 5 p. m. The International Parliamentary Commercial Conference held at Paris April 27, 28, and 29, was unofficial and similar to one held at Brussels June 18, 1914. The conference discussed two categories of subjects: the one concerning the commercial relations between belligerents, the ways of economic offense and defense of the Allies, the reparation of damages caused by the war; the other of a permanent character touching certain international questions relating to economic, financial, and judicial organizations. Consul General making report by mail.1 The official conference is expected to meet early in June. Will keep you informed by cable as directed.
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