(Q) Has Sen. Reed now been apprised fully of everything and
conditions he should know?
(A) As we find, these have been given very well. There
should be not a questioning of same but rather insist that
Reed ask each of the attorneys AND [
257] that Reed desires to
know in the presenting of the case; so that there is the
satisfaction not only in the mind of Reed but of all the
others that Reed is acquainted with; the weak as well as the
strong points in the suit.
Those things to be most mindful of are as has been indicated,
the attempts of the lawyers of the Paris Medicine to induce
evidence that will tend to make for the case having no legal
claim at this time. These are to be offset, however, by
trial attorneys, by facts concerning the status of the whole
condition as regarding Missouri law respecting the length of
period of every contract that is of evaluation in the
commonwealth. Also that these have been and are in accord
with such laws.
(Q) What further law can we submit to Reed?
(A) Reed knows the law, if the facts as concerning the
transaction are given to him in all their details.
(Q) Is [
257] prepared properly to meet all conditions that
are to arise?
(A) Very good.
(Q) Advise him as to his testimony and conduct before the
jury.
(A) These have been given, and the advice as may be given by
Reed (and Buder, and others) under the existent circumstances
from time to time must be that to be followed.
(Q) Holliday of the opposition and Hartman are here in St.
Louis. What is necessary for Reed to know and do to meet
their tactics and plans?
(A) Only the facts in the case. For the only conditions, as
given, are the attempts of [
257] to re-sell, as well as the
conditions as relating to that transfers were not made even
though the sale was consummated and all papers signed. For
as the paper is indicating that there is to be a commission
WHEN and IF the deal is made. The deal was made, but the
delay was not of [
257]'s but of the opposition.
(Q) Have conditions advanced as to possibility of
settlement, or will we get to the jury first?
(A) As we find, do not overlook the possibility of an
approach for settlement, even on those facts when, as has
been given, that there will be an attempt for delay owing to
the need of individuals to return to this country. And this
in itself may open negotiations, but these must be made an
approach from the opposition and not from self. But as has
been indicated, must be led or handled by Reed.
(Q) What is Reed's strongest argument to win on?
(A) Himself, and the facts in the case. Not any definite
point. For if there isn't a case, there isn't a case and
Reed has understood this from the beginning.
(Q) What day did Ellery Mann sign the contract, 10th or 11th
of Oct. 1929?
(A) 10th.
(Q) What day did he return to N.Y.?
(A) 11th.
These, however, must be checked with Mann. For how an
individual changes his attitude under stress or strain of
that told, but let all such AGREE before ANY testimony from
ANY of the individuals; whether [
257], Mann or Lande, and let
them agree and NOT have a point where these very facts would
make confusion.
(Q) [
257]'s signature shows 10th, when it was 11th actually
signed.
(A) As has been given. Do not attempt to misrepresent. For
the actual signing by [
257] is the 11th, as has been
indicated, but these were understood BY the individuals. But
let these be in accord as to what is to be said and to be
stuck to.
(Q) Regarding [
257]'s physical health: What will aid him to
stand the strain?
(A) Keeping free from those things as has been indicated for
the body. It is indiscretion that has caused the disturbance
and the strain that indicates those activities of the
intestinal system.
Use the exercise, use the Tim after each stool, and these as
we find offer at the present time and should be sufficient to
keep the body physically fit.
Be mindful that there are not in the diet too great
quantities of acidity and NO strong drink OR fresh or new
beer.
(Q) Shall the olive oil be continued?
(A) To be sure. Not too great a quantity; that is, simply
enough to moisten the tongue to produce sufficient saliva to
make a good swallow. Not a good swallow of olive oil but the
saliva and the small quantity of oil is much preferable; or
else we will have it, with the overtaxation of the system,
upsetting the digestive system, producing sour stomach and
regurgitation through the duodenum and the stomach itself.
(Q) Any further advice that would be of help?
(A) Keep in that attitude as has been indicated throughout;
that only RIGHT and JUSTICE is desired by all. Not the
advantage over any, but an honest consideration for services
done.
We are through for the present.
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BACKGROUND
12/05/36 He obtained
257-176.
12/11/36 He submitted further questions.
REPORTS
12/19/36 He obtained
257-178.
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