Baerwald, Paul, New York. To G.S. Messersmith, Washington., 1940 January 16

Thanks Messersmith for letter of Jan. 13; is afraid Messersmith's answer to question is conclusive and will have to face it; has met Breckinridge Long several times and is sure he realizes difficulties of Joint Distribution Committee; asks Messersmith to let him know before he comes to New York; would like to arrange quiet dinner with good friends.