Washington, Feb. 4.
Authorized American ' quarters voiced the hope today that the U.S.- "Mexican oil question would be settled following the important White House conference this afternoon between President Roosevelt and Dr. Francisco Castilla Najera, Mexican Ambassador.
Mr. Sumner Welles, Under-Secretary of State, was present at this meeting, which lasted three-quarters of an hour. Dr. Najera later told Havas that during the conference, the general question of U.S.-Mexican relations was discussed. He added, however, that the problem of Mexico's expropriation of American oil lands had received special attention.
He indicated that he was awaiting a firm proposition from the American companies concerned, and he voiced the hope that he would be able to speak with Mr. Richlerg, attorney representing the Standard. Oil Company, some time during the coming week. He added that Mr. Richberg might possibly speak with President Lazaro Cardenas of Mexico, too—
Havas.
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