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They asked if I would like 50
pds + in much surprise I said I
would. In a minute the clerk
returned + said Mr Wade we can
give you 200 pds if you want it
I of course said I did + expressed
my appreciation. As they had
refused to give anything on
one application + only 10 pds on
another I was much puzzled +
thought the Bank of Commerce
must have gotten word to them
to take care of us. All the
family took walk in Tier Garten
+ sat in the seats. Hot fine day
Had telephone from American
Consul General saying he had an
inquiry from home regarding the
Wade party + wanted to know
how we were so Jep + I went
to Consulate after lunch
Mr. Dryfus in charge + showed
me long cable from State
Depart. inquiring about the
whereabouts welfare + needs of
a number of Americans including
