File No. 312.11/8523
The Consul at Guaymas ( Simpich) to the Secretary of State
Referring my December 19, 10 a.m.2 State Government took no action to secure additional troops and yesterday’s unspeakable massacre occurred. Women and children were cut to pieces with knives, girls were stripped naked and carried into captivity within an hour’s ride from Empalme where hundred or more Americans live and where no garrison at all maintained. No aggressive movement has yet been started against the Indians since plans of campaign were [omission] in August. Absolutely no attempt has been made to follow and punish them. After these raids I urgently recommend that Department refuse absolutely any more passports for Mexican west coast points south of Hermosillo where bearers plan coming in by train. Also recommend again that naval vessel be kept in these waters. Would it not be possible to have Navy modify its orders to its commanders allowing them to land armed force Guaymas or Empalme in case Indians attack and endanger Americans? Last commander in here stated that even should Yaquis attack Empalme he would be unable land account lack authority. Embassy not advised.