811B.142/4: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Minister in Switzerland (Harrison)
Washington, February 24,
1943.
469. American interests—Far East. Reference Department’s 117, January 15, and previous telegrams in regard to transmission of funds to American internees in Philippine Islands.
In view of desperate need of funds for purchase food and medicines please urge Swiss Government to press for earliest possible solution this problem. In meantime please obtain from Swiss Government statement as to progress thus far made in the matter.
Hull