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

[Telegram.]

Mr. Williams to Mr. Olney.

Habana , May 7, 1896 .

I have received 5 o’clock p.m. from admiral commanding the answer to my communication of the 30th in regard to the American citizens captured on Competitor. He replies seventh article of the treaty 1795 and the protocol do not apply to them as they are not residents in accordance with law relating to foreigners and they are to be tried by summary court martial. I am preparing answer and protest in accordance with your telegram 2d instant.