840.50 UNRRA/8—2345: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Ambassador in the United Kingdom (Winant)
Washington, August 23,
1945—4 p.m.
7190. For Clayton. I had not thought that it is necessary to give UNRRA assistance to the Soviets and believe they should take care of their needs through credit facilities. My preference would be that the proposal in your 8544 August 22 be reconsidered. However, if you believe after going into the case thoroughly that acceptance of the arrangement is the only feasible course in the circumstances you are authorized to proceed accordingly.
Byrnes