File No. 812.00/898.

The American Chargé d’Affaires to the Secretary of State.

[Telegram.]

Department’s March 7, 10 p.m. Minister for foreign affairs much gratified to have President’s assurance, but states no misgivings were entertained. The mobilization is to-day the preponderating topic in all circles, the general opinion being that it has some ulterior purpose.

Dearing.