611.4731/103: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Consul General at Sydney (Caldwell)
Washington, May
16, 1934—7 p.m.
Fundamental issue is diversion of traffic of American origin from American to Canadian railroads and ports, halted in 1929 but resumed when agreement became effective. We gave you language identic with Canadian for purpose of securing privilege identic with that now enjoyed by Canada.
Hull