Foreign Relations of the United States Diplomatic Papers, 1941, The American Republics, Volume VI

811.20 Defense (M)/2088: Telegram

The Secretary of State to the Ambassador in Brazil (Caffery)

Washington, June 2, 1941—11 a.m.

358. Reference Department’s 355, May 31.⁶ Buck is bringing with him offer from American companies as to price floor to be established for rubber. Federal Loan Agency asks you instruct Buck and Danforth to withhold putting this price offer into effect and that you telegraph as promptly as possible present prices for rubber f.o.b. Para.

Hull

6. Not printed.