File No. 312.11/7058.

Consul Alger to the Secretary of State.

No. 706.]

Sir: I have the honor, referring to my Nos. 697 of November 19, and 698 of November 23 [and 699 of November 26] to enclose copy of reply from General Muñoz to my request for protection instead of protests.

I have [etc.]

Wm. E. Alger.
[Inclosure—Telegram.]

General Muñoz to Consul Alger.

I advise you that this a.m. there will arrive at Los Mochis 800 armed men, and at El Aguila Ranch 400 men as garrison. This I send for your information and for you to make known to the Commander of the Annapolis.

Muñoz.