London, Oct. 25. [B® vexing problem of contraband control in its effects on neutral nations was dealt with in the House of Commons this evening by R.H. Cross, Minister of War Economy, in a clarifying declaration during which he stated: "Discussions have recently been opened with a number of neutral Governments on questions arising out of contraband control and delegations from Iceland, Sweden, the Netherlands and Belgium are at present in London. Conversations with other Governments are being conducted through diplomatic channels, These discussions are proceeding in a friendly spirit and good progress has been made.
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