600.119/1996c: Telegram
The Acting Secretary of State to the Chargé in France (Bliss)
Washington
, January 7, 1919—8 p.m.
6884. For McFadden [from War Trade Board]: No. 564. For McCormick [from Beaver White]. We are having an increasing number of complaints regarding the embargo of foodstuffs, particularly to Europe. The Board is of the opinion that they have no justification for further withholding licenses since a surplus exists and the result is to prevent our merchants from doing customary and legitimate business. Board has delayed action only that Hoover might be made acquainted with position. Matter is urgent. Beaver White.
Polk