File No. 861.77/183
The Secretary of State to the Ambassador in Russia (Francis)
1758. Following from Willard:
Your cable 28th. Stevens has been directed to get in touch and cooperate fully with you and to keep you advised of his plans and movements. Upon request of Stevens, approved by Russian Ambassador this country, arrangements being made here to send force of approximately 300 skilled railroad men, such as mechanics, train masters, master mechanics, superintendents and general superintendents. It is thought these men in connection with Stevens committee should be able to cover whole situation you have in mind. Impossible at this time to send either of men mentioned in your cable. Every effort is being made to expedite cars and locomotives to Russia, and to raise, equip, and start as soon as possible the forces requested by Stevens.