File No. 861.24/60
The Ambassador in Russia (Francis) to the Secretary of State
[Received April 16, 10.22 a.m.]
89. Daily reports that Germans rapidly making purchases, and that German purchasing commission will arrive within a few days. [Page 118] Military attaché joins me in recommending that purchase of such supplies be assigned to Consul General at Moscow as civilian committee making little headway. Such purchases should be made without delay and assembled at Archangel. Consul General is familiar with matter and can engage competent men therefor. I shall cooperate with him if you desire. See my Nos. 50 and 44.