Papers Relating to the Foreign Relations of the United States, With the Annual Message of the President Transmitted to Congress December 8, 1908

File No. 2126/399A.

The Acting Secretary of State to Minister Furniss.

[Telegram.]

Department of State,
Washington, December 17, 1908.

In view of unanimity of Gen. Simon’s election by the national congress, you will forthwith recognize his de facto presidency. Confer with naval commander as to hour of recognition so that salute may be exchanged.

Bacon.