460.509/11–2851: Telegram
The Chargé in France (Bonsal) to the Acting Secretary of State
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3189. No distribution outside Dept. For Camp and Vernon. Excon. USDel informed today that Harriman has (1) agreed make primary lists available all countries, in view Dept concurrence; (2) agreed leave question of classification open until he returns in second week Dec; and (3) signed title II “short list” as originally prepared, with addition item 2073, owing to strong views expressed by other agencies and Cong Battle. USDel understands Harriman not convinced on merits “short list” as against long and desires discuss matter further when returns.
Longer list II which USDel was asked prepare has been given Tannenwald, who is leaving tomorrow.
Sent Dept 3189, rptd info Rome 257 for Linder.