832.00 Revolutions/97: Telegram
The Consul at Bahia (Briggs) to the Secretary of State
Bahia, October
18, 1930—11 a.m.
[Received 11:10 a.m.]
[Received 11:10 a.m.]
Quiet last night; all troops sent out to meet invaders; city patrolled by volunteers. Many inhabitants are leaving for interior, others are prepared to welcome revolutionists. Cruiser can control city and prevent entrance but its action is doubtful. Launch has been provided to take Americans away in case of emergency, but the only available place is an island without sufficient food. For this reason the arrival of the Pensacola will be glad news.
Briggs