A recommendation at this time that suitable legislative action should be taken may appear somewhat premature, but in view of the approaching termination of my administration I have brought this matter to your attention, hoping that suitable action may be taken at the appropriate time.
Special Message to Congress on Acceptance of German Bonds for Belgian War Debt
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