Mr. Adee to Mr. Neill.
Department of State,
Washington, September 17, 1904.
No. 341.]Washington, September 17, 1904.
Sir: * * * In relation to a hostile encounter near Aguarico between Peruvian and Ecuadoran armed forces, you will inquire as to the facts and express, unofficially, the earnest desire of the President that peace may be preserved.
I am, etc.
Alvey A. Adee,
Acting Secretary.
Acting Secretary.