File No. 861.51/237
The Ambassador in Russia (Francis) to the Secretary of State
[Received November 2, 7.58 a.m.]
1923. For Secretary of Treasury:
Confidential communication from the Minister for Foreign Affairs states Government desires additional loan $75,000,000 for the same object as previous $75,000,000 loan of which only $50,000,000 already advanced, taking for granted that remaining $25,000,000 be forthcoming when requested. Baltic Fleet openly defiant of Government and Russian soldiers in Finland under influence of Soviet; both declare willingness to defend Russia against her enemies. Communication requests my recommendation which awaits developments.