Microfilm Reel 194, File 64, "Russia"

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July 31, 1917.

My dear Mr. Tumulty:

In regard to the attached letters from Mr. Ivan I. Narodny, I think you could write him that the President read his letters with a great deal of interest, but he could not, of course, take the liberty of sanctioning the visit of Russians to their own country, as it might be considered an intrusion in their domestic affairs and might be resented.

Yours sincerely, Frank L Polk

J. P. Tumulty, Esquire, Secretary to the President, The White House,

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September 5, 1917

NAVY, Secretary Daniels

Encloses letter from Secretary of State concerning the arrival of Vice Admiral KOLTCHAK of the Russian Navy who is heading the special mission to the United States. In view of the entertainment given our special diplomatic mission to Russia, Secretary Daniels asks that $10,000 be alloted for the entertainment of the Admiral and the members of his suite--see 21

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GOMPERS, Samuel, Washington, D. C. Sept. 24, 1917.

Encloses copy of his message to Russia. See 142.

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WILDER, William R., New York City, September 24, 1917.

Encloses communication from G. J. Sosnowski in reference to the Polish and Russian situations. Mr. Wilder suggests that the President grant an audience to Sosnowski.

See 2950

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[letterhead - THE WHITE HOUSE FILES. MEMORANDUM.]

Writer:

Catherine Bressovsky, Chairman of Russian Committee on Civic Education, Petrograd. To President. Rec'd Sept 25 17.

Subject: Expressions of goodwill and appreciation.

Referred to Secy State for suggestion as to reply.

Date: 26 Sept 17.

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