882.5048/51: Telegram

The Chargé in Liberia (Wharton) to the Secretary of State

Referring to the Department’s 25, July 23, 6 p.m. Note had been presented by me without change. See my July 24, noon, and July 24, 10 p.m. Liberia awaiting your observations.

Barclay agrees that you announce at this time that the Liberian Government, disturbed by reports regarding labor conditions in Liberia, are appointing an International Commission to investigate matters on the spot. He adds that he will also make announcement.

Wharton