Papers Relating to the Foreign Relations of the United States, With the Address of the President to Congress December 5, 1916

File No. 812.48/3196

The Secretary of State to Mr. Arredondo, representing American interests in Mexico

[Telegram—Extract]

Department of State,
Washington, June 22, 1916, 6 p.m.

353. Transport expected to arrive Vera Cruz in few days. Meantime Americans can take refuge on war vessel at Vera Cruz. Upon arrival United States, destitute refugees will be given transportation to their homes, after which financial assistance ceases.

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