Consul Moffat to the Secretary of State.
Bluefields, April 28, 1910.
Mr. Moffat reports that the following, dated at Cartago, April 27, has been received by Estrada:
Although the Central American court of justice only exercises its authority in a controversy between the States, it believes that, apart from its object as the tribunal of arbitration, it can for the determinate purpose of its institution allow its voice of peace and concord to be heard when, as it appears in Nicaragua, the afflictions of the war involve the Central American people. For this reason, in a resolution unanimously adopted to-day, the court resolved to address you and President Madriz, pleading that for love of country and for the good name of Central America you endeavor to immediately arrive at an understanding [which] will lead to peace. For this purpose the court wishes that you and the Government of his excellency Dr. Madriz agree to an armistice of eight days wherein to propose terms to this tribunal, which offers itself as a friendly mediator. Should this be favorably received by you, the court and Central America will have the glory of seeing the Nicaraguan question arranged within the family. By mail will be explained the considerations prompting the resolution herewith transmitted. We await reply by telegraph to present to the court in permanent session.
- Alberto Ucles, President.
- Alfredo Jiminez, Secretary.