File No. 657.119/476

The French Ambassador ( Jusserand) to the Secretary of State

My Dear Mr. Secretary: I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the 3d instant transmitting a copy of the rationing agreement negotiated between the War Trade Board and the special Norwegian representative, and dated April 30, 1918.

As mentioned by you, these negotiations have been followed by an authorized representative of the French High Commissioner working in conjunction with the War Trade Board. In answer to your question, I take pleasure in informing you that my Government fully approves the articles of this agreement.

Believe me [etc.]

Jusserand