File No. 763.72/5693
The Acting Secretary of State to the Ambassador in Russia ( Francis)
[Telegram]
Washington,
July 7, 1917, 3 p.m.
1543. Inform Bertron that his 12, July 2, to Mr. McAdoo has been referred to this Department by President. President approves in principle of educational publicity campaign and authorizes expense $30,000 already incurred. The question of further outlay and a comprehensive plan is receiving the careful attention of the Department which will advise you definitely at an early date.
Polk