Foreign Relations of the United States, 1950, The Near East, South Asia, and Africa, Volume V

882.53/1–2050: Telegram

The Secretary of State to the Embassy in Turkey

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Washington , March 31, 1950—5 p. m.

140. Treas Dept reports disturbing increase heroin addiction US cities. Istanbul’s desp 38, Jan 20,¹ appears confirm Treas opinion major part this heroin originates Istanbul.

Emb requested inform appropriate Turk auths US Govt concerned notwithstanding excellent work Istanbul police and suggest desirability continued close cooperation Istanbul police and US Bureau Narcotics. Latter ready send competent agent visit Istanbul collaborate police in order furnish names and addresses suspected traffickers and for other activities. Inquire discreetly whether Turk Govt wld be disposed extend invitation this purpose.

Acheson

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