V. I.

Lenin

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To:   E. M. SKLYANSKY

8. VII. 1919

Comrade Sklyansky, Deputy People’s Commissar for
Military Affairs

Please have the application of Comrade Fyodor Shturmer (or
Shturmin) [1] investigated and his request granted if the investigation confirms his claim. Establish precisely
what irregularities there were on the part of the local
authorities and inform me of the result.

Lenin
Chairman, Council of Defence

Enclosures:

1) certificate dated 20. VI. 1919,

2) certificate No. 96 dated 29. IV. 1919,

3) F. Shturmer’s letter.