Papers Relating to the Foreign Relations of the United States, With the Annual Message of the President Transmitted to Congress December 6, 1897

Mr. Sherman to Mr. Hay.

[Telegram.]

Department of State,
Washington, May 28, 1897.

President has decided to appoint Whitelaw Reid ambassador extraordinary on special mission. He will consult with you freely upon arrival. Mission’s probable composition: General Miles and aid-de-camp, and Admiral Miller and staff.

Sherman.