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

File No. 312.11/7371

The Secretary of State to Special Agent Silliman

[Telegram]

Department of State,
Washington, March 3, 1916, 7 p.m.

Department reliably informed that guard stationed at Los Mochis until a few days ago has been withdrawn, leaving Los Mochis without protection and that as large consignment merchandise has just been received at Los Mochis there is strong temptation for raiders. Since withdrawal of troops there has been much uneasiness because of reports that Indians were approaching. Bring to attention appropriate authorities and request that permanent and adequate garrison be stationed at Los Mochis.

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