Date: 1921-11-12
Source: ru:PSS/v54

Source: PSS vol 54

He sees in Petrograd machines and all manner of goods from England and Germany—and when such goods are not available from America. I therefore informed him of our efforts to establish commercial and industrial ties with America, beginning in the era of Robbins, who, incidentally, was a personal friend of his…

With communist greetings, G. Chicherin

12/XI.

Comrade Chicherin! I was unable to receive Goodrich today. It seems it will not be possible before my departure. Perhaps it will suffice if you simply jot down a dozen thoroughly courteous and deeply reassuring words for him—though, if you wish, you may also convey, on my behalf, that you did indeed speak with me, and that I am extremely sorry I was unable to meet with you.

With communist greetings, Lenin

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Written on November 12, 1921.

First published here, based on the manuscript.