Leonid Tankel. is an American citizen. and while the company is incorporated under American law. there is little doubt that it was created by Intourist especially for the purpose of serving as its representative in the area of parcel remittances to the Soviet Union. General Parcel & Travel Co. has 12 branch offices in various parts of the country. The directors of these branches are American citizens. for the most part refugees themselves. who enjoy friendly relations with the refugee and immigrant community because they are considered nonCommunists. Under existing Soviet regulations. gift parcels are not accepted for delivery in the Soviet Union unless the heavy duties prescribed under Soviet law are paid in advance by the shipper. As an example. the prepaid duty on a womans cloth coat is $11.50. on a woolen blanket. $3. on a mans shirt. $1. on a pair of shoes. $2.50.
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