125.3515: Telegram
The Acting Secretary of State to the Consul at Dairen (Paddock)
Washington, September 21,
1949—7 p. m.
148. Dept concerned ur need funds and anxious assist any way possible. Pls advise on fol points:
- 1.
- Can you cash drafts?
- 2.
- Any way funds remittable through local banks?
- 3.
- Shld we approach Soviets with view getting them transfer funds?
- 4.
- Any other way you can suggest?
If 1 or 2 possible, state rates as Dept would not consider unfeasible even though exchange rates unfavorable in view costs difficulties transmitting funds by courier and fact office being closed.
Dept anxious about welfare you and staff. Pls inform Dept any additional steps possible here expedite ur departure.
Sent to Dairen, rptd to Moscow.
Webb