Washington, D.C., 2:15 P.M., Nov 30, 1918.
Hon. T. W. Bickett,
Governor, Raleigh, N.C.
My secretary reports to me your telephone message of this morning. Data in this department indicates clear violation of law by Laughinghouse. Regret that I do not feel justified in qualifying instructions here-tofore given to district attorney.
T. W. Gregory
2:45 P
