The Secretary of State to the Ambassador in Great Britain (Page)
2838. Your 3658, January 28. British Embassy informs Foreign Trade Adviser that on January 18 nearly 150 eases, dating back to beginning of November, were in Foreign Office still awaiting decision, notably Marshall Field and Company submitted November 2 and November 18; that at present time not less than 150 cases are awaiting decision. Applications are not forwarded until details meet, requirements of British Embassy. Therefore delay not due to Foreign Trade Adviser. Urge strongly immediate decision on pending applications, especially those held for two months or more. Importers indignant that repeated requests for decisions are fruitless.