File No. 812.00/17951
Special Representative Rodgers to the Secretary of State
23. Department’s April 20, 6 p.m., received. To General Carranza personally this morning I made practically same statements contained in Department’s telegram and mentioned same rumors. He received statement most cordially and said he was endeavoring to preserve all friendly relations. Invited his attention to matter delay supplies for American troops in Chihuahua, and, while he made no promises, am sure he will look into matter and correct abuses. His general attitude exceedingly satisfactory to-day.
Will make proper representations subject Department’s telegram April 20, 6 p.m., to Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs immediately.