Bases in-Ireland Washington, July 10.
Mr. Wendel! Willkie, Republican leader, after a conference yesterday with President Roosevelt, recommended the establishment of American bases in northern Ireland.
"Mr. Willkie's recommendation was made after he emerged from a 75 minute luncheon conference on the international situation with the President, They particularly discussed Iceland and the Russo-German war, it was revealed.
Mr, Willkie denied that he might be "drafted" into a federal job.
Mr, Willkie also said that, if necessary, the United States even should establish bases in northern Scotland.
During a press conference following his discussion with President Roose-vel, Mr. Willkie emphasized that he was speaking entirely on his own responsibility.
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