Papers Relating to the Foreign Relations of the United States, With the Address of the President to Congress December 4, 1917

File No. 337.11/452

The Secretary of State to Minister Gonzales

[Telegrams]

Department of State,
Washington, April 19, 1917, 1 p.m.

Bethlehem Steel Company advise Department of report from its manager that anti-American feeling very strong among rebels, that the mines are practically without adequate protection as marines are kept constantly moving and that Cuban Government cannot end trouble without substantial assistance.

You will communicate this information to President Menocal and ascertain why ample and permanent protection is not furnished these properties. Report by cable.

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