Papers Relating to the Foreign Relations of the United States, Transmitted to Congress, With the Annual Message of the President, December 1, 1890

Mr. Wharton to Mr. Mizner.

[Telegram.]

Department of State,
Washington, August 30, 1890.

Mr. Wharton states that Barrundia placed himself within the jurisdiction of Guatemala at his own peril, and it was for the authorities of Guatemala to assume jurisdiction at their own risk and responsibility. Department learns with regret that Mr. Mizner advised or consented to the surrender of Barrundia, particularly as there was no specific charge of violation of the ordinary law of Guatemala apparent and his treatment as an enemy under martial law only is alleged.