811.79682/38: Telegram

The Minister in Liberia (Walton) to the Secretary of State

71. Department’s telegram No. 44, July 16, 8 p.m. On July 17, I secured appointment for Pan American Airways representative with President Barclay. President agreeable to Liberian Government leasing direct to Pan American Airways proposed site in Farmington River, Fish Creek section at 50 cents an acre. Contract must be [Page 538] made between Liberian Government and Pan American Airways. Firestone general manager had suggested that his company lease land and sublet to Pan American Airways. President Barclay insistent all negotiations be conducted between Liberian Government and Pan American Airways.

Walton