Papers Relating to the Foreign Relations of the United States, With the Annual Message of the President Transmitted to Congress December 5, 1898

Mr. Woodford to Mr. Sherman.

Legation of the United States,
Madrid, December 15, 1897.

No. 95.]

Sir: I have the honor to confirm my cipher telegram of this date, as follows:

Sherman, Washington:

Have not yet answered Spanish note of October 23. Have waited to study the effect of the President’s message and Weyler’s arrival and conduct at Madrid. Have you further suggestions or instructions since you have had the opportunity to study the text of the decrees? Now think it wise to serve our answer just before Christmas.

Woodford.

With great respect, etc.,

Stewart L. Woodford.