File No. 814.48/32
The Acting Secretary of State to the Chargé in Guatemala ( Thurston)
[Telegram]
Washington,
January 19, 1918.
Your January 13. You are authorized to arrange for the transportation of the destitute Americans therein mentioned, at a cost not exceeding $100 each, on a merchant vessel. The American Red Cross will take over their transportation from United States port to their homes. Issue identification certificate to each person for guidance Red Cross.
Polk