File No. 816.48/7
Minister Ewing to the Secretary of State
Tegucigalpa [undated; received June 11, 1917, 11.35 a.m.]
Long at Salvador wires to-night:
Terrible earthquake began Salvador yesterday 6.55, and has been continually going on and off ever since. Impossible ascertain what loss of life has been reported. Quetzaltepeque and one or two other towns ruined. Capital has hardly house left of use as living quarters, people are living in streets. We are all safe though somewhat unstrung.
Latest information Tegucigalpa effect all public buildings destroyed; telegraph, hospitals, schools, presidential residences, national theatre building, also executive offices. Respectfully request instructions if any.