Kharkov
31 January 1919

They say that in Kharkov there are Crimean and Odessa newspapers, including the French Odessa newspaper. I urgently request that you immediately arrange to collect sets and send them here regularly.

Lenin

* Printed from the original, signed by V. I. Lenin. The last phrase of the text is written in his hand.

1919
2434G

# Telegram to the Revolutionary Military Council of the Caspian-Caucasian Front

Astrakhan
12 February 1919

I have received your telegram about Baku affairs*. I hope you understand the enormous importance of the question and will take the most energetic measures to use the mood of the Baku people for swift and decisive action. Guarantee safety to those who come over to us. Telegraph in more detail.

Chairman of the Council of People's Commissars
Lenin