File No. 861.00/1762
The Vice Consul at Harbin (Warner) to the Secretary of State
[Received May 8, 6.15 p.m.]
After carefully attending Semenov advance, report following facts: In ten days he has cleared eastern Siberia from the Manchurian border beyond west bank of Onon River Bolsheviks army. Their losses 178 killed and his losses 18 wounded, 33 killed. Magyar detachment of Bolsheviks reported by citizens of four evacuated towns as most formidable element in resisting Semenov. Local Buriats flock to him, sending deputations, voluntary subscriptions his Red Cross and volunteer labor for road repairs. Cossacks respond his mobility [movement]. Semenov movement in no respect monarchical. On contrary monarchical support of Semenov from Harbin and Peking a political menace to the popularity in east Baikal. He made an agreement [omission?] which very popular amongst Siberians on which European Russia may reconstruct. Was impressed with serious purpose of Semenov and officers and men. His movement represents the strongest, most law-abiding, popular, hopeful, antagonistic German force active in Siberia. Bolsheviks melt before organized resistance. Tangible assistance Red Cross supplies, shoes, clothing, would encourage inhabitants east Baikal who eagerly await American guidance. Am proceeding to investigate the other camp.