File No. 763.72119/549

The Secretary of State to the Ambassador in Russia ( Francis)

[Telegram]

1308. Department has received information from several sources that the Socialists of Germany and Russia are preparing to hold a meeting for the purpose of discussing possible terms of peace. Such reports are disturbing, as a separate peace would make impossible any assistance for Russia, financial or otherwise, from this country. Carefully and discreetly investigate and report immediately.

Lansing