812.00Sonora/780: Telegram
The Consul at Guaymas (Bursley) to the Secretary of State
[Received April 23—1:45 p.m.]
Practically entire stock fuel oil of railroad is at Guaymas and Empalme. With operations of railway stopped, rebels have taken over the property and are using it and all necessary supplies to further revolution movement. Strong oral protest made to de facto authorities again today for the protection of American interests by Commander and Consulate. If this action and the taking of receipts by the company will protect Southern Pacific interests with the Mexican Government recommend no further action be taken … Please repeat to Embassy at Mexico City.