File No. 300.115/7145
The Acting Secretary of State to the Ambassador in Great Britain (Page)
3919. Department’s 3764 of August 31 and 3840 of September 16, Michigan Sugar Company beet seed. Please take steps proper and possible to hasten action on permit in view of previous understanding. Seed paid for and in Rotterdam awaiting shipment and the seeding of large areas depends upon prompt delivery. The interest of American purchasers and public in this shipment is enormously greater than the declared value of the seeds. It is estimated that industries to value of $4,000,000 will depend upon safe and early arrival of this shipment. Please urge this view and report status and prospect of adjustment.