832.24/1145: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Ambassador in Chile (Bowers)
1338. Your 1698, October 13, 6 p.m. War Production Board and Metals Reserve have agreed to the release of 2,621 short tons of copper to Brazilian War Arsenals through the Merry del Val Company, but formal release is delayed pending receipt of an agreed delivery schedule. Please consult Merry del Val and Anaconda and advise whether following suggested schedule is feasible and satisfactory: 621 in November; 1000 in December; 1000 in January; all short tons. As War Production Board is particularly desirous that shipment be spread over three or more months, it is hoped Merry del Val will have no objection.
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