Messersmith, G.S., [Washington]. To Thomas S. Macmillan, Charleston, S.C.
Date
1938-12-05
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University of Delaware Library, Museums and Press
Abstract
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Changing world conditions make imperative consolidation of Foreign Services under State Dept.; former methods of trade promotion no longer effective; problem today one of keeping channels of trade open, which involves agreements between governments, and by law, only State Dept. officers are authorized to deal with foreign governments; President approves plan for consolidation; State Dept. and Agriculture Dept. in complete accord; believes 9 out of 10 Commercial Attachés and trade commissioners of Commerce Dept. agree on the proposal; those who oppose do so from personal or departmental prejudice; probable that legislation will be submitted to Congress early next session; should have no difficulty getting it passed; sending copy of memorandum outlining proposed consolidation.
Keywords
Messersmith, George S. (George Strausser), 1883-1960.