File No. 861.00/2445
The Ambassador in Russia ( Francis ) to the Secretary of State
[Received August 11, 1.40 p.m.]
355. Arrived Archangel 10 a.m. Poole in command here with forces advanced 100 miles south. Zubov representing new government welcomed diplomats informally on wharf and I made noncommittal reply.
Diplomatic Corps approved and signed address prepared by myself to Russian people. …1
Remaining on boats until domiciles secured. Archangel overcrowded. Probably remain here some time depending on military movement and Soviet attitude. Poole holding several Bolsheviks as hostages for safety Allied representatives Moscow, Petrograd, Vologda, of whom heard nothing; if Department advised concerning them please cable here.