File No. 841.837/303
The Consul General at Marseilles ( Gaulin) to the Secretary of State
[Received 11 p.m.]
Mitchell John Kennedy, claiming American citizenship, resident Northfield, Vt., made affidavit stating was fireman British steamer Mohacsfield which sailed November last [from] Newport News, Va., for Italy carrying wheat. Attacked and reported sunk by submarine, unknown nationality, about January 13, thirteen miles off Malta. Vessel flying British flag when attacked. Had small gun which witness believes was used while attempting escape. Crew given 30 minutes take boats. Remained boats 23 hours. Weather stormy, sea rough, no vessels vicinity. Vessel not transport. Witness did not see ship sink. Only American aboard. Four casualties including two killed. Officers not landed here.