File No. 812.48/3078
Consul Garrett to the Secretary of State
[Telegram]
Laredo, Texas
,
March 11, 1916, 2 p.m.
Several Americans came from Tampico region to-day and stated they were ordered out by Carranza soldiers yesterday. They are entirely destitute and have applied to me for transportation to their homes. Am expecting more refugees, as these people state Americans around Tampico are being ordered to leave and there will probably be many destitute Americans arrive here during next few days. What course shall I pursue when asked for transportation under these conditions?
Garrett