Statesville, N.C., Dec 1, 1919

Gov. T. W. Bickett
Raleigh, N.C.

Note that governors will be asked to see the fuel regulations are enforced. Kindly keep us posted as to mercantile establishments. While we are wiring all local associations urging strict compliance. We are hopeful that situation will improve to such extent that restrictions may be removed or modified before holiday rush.

J. Paul Leonard
Secty NC Merchants Assn
9:40 P.M.