File No. 7357/364.
The Acting Secretary of State to Minister Dodge.
Washington, September 5, 1908.
Mr. Adee informs Mr. Dodge that the suggested settlement of the Ceiba consul question seems to be satisfactory, although possibly the phrase “unjustifiable intervention” may be open to criticism because appearing to forejudge the joint consideration of the matter on the basis of entire equality, which is the purpose of the decree. Says the omission of the adjective “unjustifiable” would not prejudice full opportunity of Honduras to establish its allegation.
Mr. Adee states that the Mexican offer of good offices is appreciated, but the department is glad to believe that a direct settlement, alike honorable and satisfactory to both parties, is in sight.