Messersmith, G.S., Berlin. Despatch No. 1695 to Secretary of State [Cordell Hull], Washington.
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Reports further on status of anti-Semitic movement in Germany; aim of government and Party to eliminate Jews from active and gainful participation in every phase of German life; masses may not approve, but fear to voice opposition; Dr. [Kurt] Schmitt, Minister of Economics in Hitler cabinet, inclined to be moderate intelligent and fearless, Schmitt discussed matter with Hitler, but Hitler remains implacable; movement will continue as long as present government lasts; elimination of Jews from business, professions, and arts will cause irreparable damage to Germany's cultural and economic structure.