Papers Relating to the Foreign Relations of the United States, With the Annual Message of the President Transmitted to Congress December 7, 1896, and the Annual Report of the Secretary of State

Mr. Taylor to Mr. Olney.

[Telegram.]

San Sebastian, October 10, 1896.

Minister for foreign affairs promises relief in every ease of contract made before decree prohibiting shipment. Will also telegraph Cuba urging noninterference in all cases where it is clear that contract was made before decree.

Taylor.