activities and try to control the actual volume of gifts. 
      A statement will shortly be issued to the press indicating the 
            lines along which it is hoped to proceed.       
 
                                                            
 
 
I cannot conclude this letter, Mr. President, without affirming 
      once again our gratitude for the comfort in days of suffering 
      and of trial that was brought to us by the people of America, 
             and our desire to make known our thanks.       
 
                                                            
 
 
                     Winston Churchill                      
 
                                                            
 
 
The President of the United States of America.