File No. 493.11/512.

The Secretary of State to Chargé MacMurray.

Sir: The Department is in receipt of the Legation’s despatch No. 299 of July 8, 1914, enclosing report of Mr. C. L. L. Williams on the status of the claims arising out of the revolution of 1911.

The Department regards Mr. Williams as deserving of commendation for his excellent work as claims delegate.

I am [etc.]

For the Secretary of State:
Robert Lansing
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