838.00/2224: Telegram
The High Commissioner in Haiti (Russell) to the Secretary of State
[Received April 14—8:15 p.m.]
37. President Borno reelected President for 4 years by National Assembly this morning by a majority vote of 19 out of 20 present, other vote was a blank. Session was held before the public, including the diplomatic corps, press and many of the candidates.
[Page 397]Immediately called on President Borno and congratulated him on his reelection. President Borno stated that he had decided to run for reelection for the sake of continuing [omission?] and that he was prepared to take all risks, even that of assassination.
Some excitement in the city among the opposition but do not anticipate any serious trouble as the gendarmerie is prepared to handle any that should arise.