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

File No. 312.11/7053.

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Department of State,
Washington, December 11, 1915.

176. Department’s 175, December 10. In conveying Department’s appreciation to Foreign Office, state that advices just received indicate that serious situation has arisen in Yaqui Valley and that unless the energetic measures referred to are adopted immediately foreign settlers will be in grave peril with devastation in Yaqui Valley. Urge immediate sending of reinforcements to places inadequately garrisoned, and stationing of troops at unprotected points to prevent the frequent outbreaks and depredations.

Lansing.