Mr. Williams to Mr. Rockhill.
Habana, March 7, 1896.
Sir: I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your instruction No. 1273, of the 28th ultimo, in relation to the current rumors purporting that the life of Mr. Julio Sanguily is in danger, and inclosing a copy of [Page 829] a letter of his brother, Mr. Manuel Sanguily. In reply I beg to confirm my telegram addressed to you on the 2d instant, and now present in addition the following remarks:
On the day and the moment of the receipt of your telegram of the 28th ultimo (Friday) a violent storm prevailed, and that on Saturday, the 29th, we had to dispatch the consular business of two steamers for the United States. These circumstances prevented me from going to Fort Cabanas, where Mr. Julio Sanguily is confined, till Saturday, the 1st instant, and the next day I sent you a telegraphic report of the facts as I ascertained them in conversation with him. I have also to add that his quarters are such as are furnished there to the army officers, and are occupied by himself and his son who keeps him company, the latter freely going and coming. His treatment in this respect is exceptionally good, for each of the adjoining rooms are occupied by several persons. The commander of the fort, General Suero, makes frequent friendly visits to him. And lastly, he not only said that he had no apprehension for his personal safety, but he expressed himself as fully appreciative of the kind treatment given him by the authorities.
I am, etc.,
Consul-General.