Inquiry files

The Secretary of State to Dr. S. E. Mezes

My Dear Doctor Mezes: Here is the French outline of preparatory work18 which is being carried out by the experts whom they have selected, and of which I spoke to you yesterday. I think that except as to division IV you cover practically everything that is in the list. However, you may find this of considerable interest.

I was very glad to have the opportunity of a conference with you yesterday and am deeply impressed with the thoroughness of the work that is being done. The one thing we must guard against is pre-conceived ideas or theories which will affect the unbiased treatment of the various subjects. I am sure you realize the necessity of this, but it ought to be impressed upon those who are working for you.

Very sincerely yours,

Robert Lansing
  1. Not enclosed with file copy of this letter.