File No. 811.142/2558

The Chargé in Switzerland ( Wilson) to the Secretary of State

[Telegram]

2037. Department’s 1091, November 5, 3 p.m. For American Red Cross [from Whitehouse]:

There has been deposited with us satisfactory guarantee that the $200,000 mentioned will be used exclusively for benefit of children of Polish nationality without distinction of creed and will not release directly or indirectly supplies or money to advantage of Germany.

Please cable urgently formal authorization to draw first $100,000, at the same time authorizing drawing second $100,000 on December 1.

Guarantee given by Prince Sapieha and Mr. Janasz, holder of power of attorney of Committee of which Kakowsky and Lubomirski are members. Sapieha also member. Details by mail. Whitehouse.

Wilson