BASIS OF POLICY
FRIENDSHIP AND TRADE
EFFECT OF OCCUPATION
WASHINGTON, 18th April. It is disclosed that President Hoover's determination to reduce the_ American forces in Nicaragua, resulting m a gradual reduction from 5000 to 500, has been dictated by the policy of trade. . From sources close to the President it has become known that he feels "that tho previous course has cost the United States both friendship and trade in Latin America." '-~-, It is understood that he consulted various Senators on the step, ana was assured of the support of important members. Senator Borah declared that ne approved of withdrawal "as rapidly and as effectively as the situation can be adjusted."
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Evening Post, Volume CXI, Issue 92, 20 April 1931, Page 7
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111BASIS OF POLICY Evening Post, Volume CXI, Issue 92, 20 April 1931, Page 7
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