Mr. Day to Mr. Hay.

[Telegram.]

Spanish control by special franchise cable from Manila to Hongkong. Admiral Dewey has possession of the end of the cable at Manila but can not control end at Hongkong. British ambassador has telegraphed British minister for foreign affairs for permission to land new cable at Hongkong, to be constructed by American company; he also advises British minister for foreign affairs that you will see him on the subject. See him at once and ascertain if concession can be had for American company.

Day.