March 21, 1949
Subject: Alleged statement by British Citizen re British Recovery
The Secretary telephoned Senator Connally to report his recommendation on a certain matter and the Senator took occasion to inquire about the alleged statement of a British citizen to a group down in Georgia concerning British economic recovery. The Senator said he understands this man said they have recovered fully and don't need US assistance, and that he stated the farmers in England are in better condition than American farmers.
The Secretary mentioned Christopher Mayhew and the Senator said this was another statement. The Secretary said it was a terrible thing, that he would have it looked into and let the Senator know the facts.
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(Mr. Gross was in the office at the time of this conversation and was told of it. He telephoned a member of his staff to have the necessary action started.)
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