File No. No. 837.2222/5
The Minister in Cuba ( Gonzales ) to the Secretary of State
[Telegram]
Habana
,
July 13, 1918, 1 p.m.
[Received 4.37 p.m.]
[Received 4.37 p.m.]
The bill giving President powers somewhat similar to those delegated in our Trading with Enemy Act has passed both Houses, being forced through by Executive against consistent Liberal opposition. Obligatory military service act also passed both Houses, but amendments are to be considered. The Liberals contested every step.
Gonzales