I came on down. I don’t remember whether, I can’t remember whether it was Mr. Silberstein or Mr. Waybur (Bruce Waybur), who contacted me and it was anticipated at the time I would have to spend about a month down there lobbying.
Mr. Tavenner. I hand you a copy of a telegram which the committee procured under subpena duces tecum from the Western Union, dated July 18, 1950, addressed to you, which reads as follows:
Greetings. Essential you take first plane or train here.
It shows it was charged to the National Lawyers Guild and signed “Silberstein.” The telegram was charged to the National Lawyers Guild. Will you examine it, please.
Mr. O’Connell. Yes, sir. I think that is the——
Mr. Tavenner. I desire to offer the telegram in evidence and ask that it be marked “O’Connell Exhibit No. 2” for identification purposes only and to be made a part of the committee files.
Mr. Willis. It is so ordered.
Mr. O’Connell. What is the date?
Mr. Tavenner. July 18, 1950.
Did you then advise Mr. Silberstein that you would require advancement of funds for the purpose of making the trip?