English Translation

21a Despite these many ideas, I have received an answer so far, nor has the Reichsstelle been instructed to deliver the above-mentioned quantities of butter to the Protectorate. As a result, the supply situation of the protectorate has become so acute that I already in the 58th century. This reduction has had an extremely adverse effect on the political situation. For the coming supply period (from 7.2.) the low ratio of 70 g is no longer available, so that a further reduction of 20 g to 50 g should take place. This would have the most serious political consequences. I therefore see myself today again as having to ask Gie urgently for immediate provision of 500 t butter. I am confident that your commitment will be made by tomorrow. I assume, moreover, that the final clarification of the fat allocations, including butter to the protehtorate, as agreed, will be brought about immediately by the decision of the leader. After departure from Abbot VI (Dr.Schmidt) 28 Division VI Prague, 31 Jan.1944 y To the head of the ministry in the H a u s e . / The copy is submitted in accordance with the instructions for telephone consultation with Secretary of State B a c k e , since a reply to the long-distance call has not yet been received. h waitr Dryarig 49984 Archiw 37 2. 4 4