File No. 652.119/353
The Ambassador in Spain ( Willard) to the Secretary of State
[Received December 25, 1.35 p.m.]
949. Embassy’s 945, December 23, 12 a.m. King sent to-day for French Ambassador and asked that he urge his Government to request our Government to permit exports of cotton to Spain. French Ambassador replied that he was not in a position to accede to King’s wishes, because it was impossible for him to secure from His Majesty’s Government permits to export the purchases made here by French authorities. King then stated that he was anxious for an arrangement under which desired exchanges could be made. French Ambassador has telegraphed his Government fully. Embassy respectfully suggests thorough and immediate understanding between United States and French Government on this subject, renews suggestions contained in its 945 December 23, 12 a.m., and its request for definite instructions.