894.30/10–2145: Telegram

The Ambassador in the Soviet Union ( Harriman ) to the Secretary of State

3617. ReDepts 2197, October 20, 8 p.m. It would be most helpful as background if I could be informed of Molotov’s suggestion of October 19 regarding disposition of Japanese Fleet to which you have agreed.

Message contained in above-mentioned telegram delivered to FonOff today.

Harriman