File No. 81V.00/12842.
[Untitled]
Mexico City, August 13, 1914.
125. Referring to my 124, August 12, 10 p.m. In accordance with my scheme, Carbajal dissolved his Government last night and left for Vera Cruz with several members of his Cabinet, and delivered the capital to Governor of Federal district. The latter will sign an agreement today with General Obregón for the delivery of the city, and peaceful occupation with guaranties for the people. At the same time I brought together General Obregon and an envoy of General Velasco [General-in-chief of the Federal Army]to combine the complete details of the military maneuvering for occupation and evacuation without friction, and other points.
As the Governor of District [Iturbide]is now chief authority in the capital, I believe the above-mentioned agreement as signed by him and Obregon can with some good will fulfill the stipulations of Niagara protocol for the recognition of the new government at the proper time.
I can absolutely assure you that this formula is the most I was able to obtain from Carranza; so much so that I have the impression, which is also the impression of those intimately acquainted with Carranza and his chiefs, that in framing this formula I have obtained quite a success, inasmuch as something feasible has been gained from that which appeared impossible. I would like to learn the views of the Department.