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

File No. 812.00/19778

The Secretary of State to Collector Cobb

[Telegram]

Department of State,
Washington, November 9, 1916, 6, p.m.

Inform British Consul at Chihuahua British Embassy here has received his message regarding situation in Chihuahua City, and desires him to know that inasmuch as the Consul is on the spot, he is the best judge as to what action to take to safeguard British subjects. Department of State wishes British Consul to advise Americans to leave Chihuahua City.

Endeavor convey foregoing by trustworthy traveler, if possible.

Lansing