340.1115A/1713: Telegram
The Chargé in France (Matthews) to the Secretary of State
[Received December 31—1:30 p.m.]
2193. From Paris. Department’s 870, December 21, 8 p.m., to Vichy.84 415 adults and 128 children in occupied France are registered for assistance under the plan set forth in the Department’s telegram 790 to Vichy. It is estimated that perhaps as high as 25% of these will decide not to leave as the moment of their departure approaches. It is estimated that 10% will be able to pay part or all of their expenses. Barring unforeseen obstacles all should reach Lisbon by the end of January. The first contingent of 50 will leave on January 5.
It is estimated that an additional 50 to 75 Americans whose departure is in no way connected with the repatriation scheme will leave occupied France for Lisbon during January. Barnes.
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