862.5151/9–944: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Ambassador in the Soviet Union (Harriman)
2427. It has been found desirable to issue public announcement respecting conversion rate set for military mark despite statement to [Page 843] contrary in paragraph 1, Deptel 2173, September 9. This announcement is quoted in full in Deptel 2426, October 13.5 Parliamentary question concerning military mark was lodged in House of Commons and it was accordingly decided to make public announcement in United States simultaneously with reply to question in London.
With reference to paragraphs a, b and c, Deptel 2173, and your 3440 September 12,6 we would appreciate learning what reaction, if any, has been forthcoming from Soviet Government and what plans Soviets have for currency issue in areas they occupy.