February 23, 1938
 
      
 
 
Dear Mr. President:
 
      Regarding the Culberson matter, picture subject is in controversy 
      with the British Government, I think the entire that it might 
      be well to wait until we finish our negotiations rather since 
      than have any breakup for fear of the harm it might do to the 
      deal that we might make.
 
      
 
 
I shall be on top of the subject and just as soon as vie have 
      it so that no harm can possibly come of it, we can proceed. I 
      think if anything is said to the Department at this time it will 
      mean an upset. It would of course cause a leak and have a bad 
      effect.
 
      
 
 
Very respectfully yours,
 
      Joe (signed)
 
      The President of the United States,
 
      The White House,
 
      Washington, D.C.