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

File No. 312.11/8293

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

[Telegrams]

Department of State,
Washington, December 22, 1916, 3 p.m.

Department has reports indicating that Villistas are about to attack Torreon, and that foreign population estimated at eight hundred is in grave danger. Request appropriate authorities to take prompt and adequate measures to safeguard American life and property in Torreon district, and to provide safe transportation facilities to border for any Americans who may desire to leave. Endeavor ascertain whether steps have already been taken to protect foreign life and property, and telegraph Department.

Lansing