File No. 861.00/939
The Consul General at Moscow (Summers) to the Secretary of State
[Received January 11, 3.07 a.m.]
147. In view of the increasing strength united forces in the south and the grave situation in Moscow and the north, have instructed Poole remain Rostov and communicate direct to the Department, via Bombay, developments. Communication with Rostov difficult. Continued code telegrams from Poole to United States Consul General might be unadvisable. Only these combined armies will be able to restore order and prevent Germany’s controlling all the resources in Russia. All the loyal elements in Russia are in favor of the [Page 605] Allies’ supporting forces in the south. Of the utmost importance that the German prisoners Siberia be guarded to prevent destruction railway. I have received trustworthy information that ten German officers are now assisting Moscow General Staff to organize forces to support present government.