Papers Relating to the Foreign Relations of the United States, With the Address of the President to Congress December 7, 1915

File No. 312.11/6943.

The Secretary of State to Special Agent Silliman .

[Telegram.]

Department of State,
Washington , November 19, 1915 .

Department informed a most serious situation prevails in Los Mochis. Americans have taken refuge at Topolobampo as result Indian raids.

Urge upon General Carranza importance immediately stationing adequate guard at Los Mochis for proper protection American life and property.

Lansing.