861.77/1602: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Minister in Czechoslovakia (Crane)
Washington, July 15, 1920—6
p.m.
84. Chinese-Eastern Railway holds bill for transportation of Czechoslovak troops leaving Siberia of more than three million gold dollars. Non-payment of this amount seriously impairs railroad by weakening its economic position.
Ascertain discreetly whether cost transportation Czechoslovak troops is direct obligation of Czechoslovak Government or whether France immediately responsible therefor.
Colby