24. NOTE TO THE SECRETARY

Written on January 13 (26), 1918 · First published in 1931 in Lenin Miscellany XVIII. Printed from the original. · page 56

To be given to Schlichter and Nevsky with the request that they assist with the utmost energy these people, who make an excellent impression, for only such contingents (40–60 persons from the locality) are able to save us from famine.

Lenin