File No. 103.96/78
The Special Representative of the War Trade Board ( McCormick ) to the Secretary of State
[Received 3 p.m.]
For War Trade Board:
Our 1, your 5.
Denmark. Prefer you continue Danish negotiations Washington, D. C. Notify Danes negotiations delayed owing to questions [Page 1065] arising here which we hope however to straighten out satisfactorily. We will advise you when these matters are adjusted. We are most anxious that no break should occur but most important Norway be closed first.
Holland. Negotiations with Holland to be carried on in Washington, D. C, but not closed until after Norway and Denmark in order named.
Sweden, Will advise you later concerning Sweden as some Swedish delegates expected here soon.
Switzerland. If Sulzer does not accept conditions Taylor will adjust same in Paris.