812.001C13/82: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Chargé in Mexico (Johnson)
541. Department informed by Chief of Staff that he has arranged for armed guard to escort General Calles’ party across Mexican border. [Page 516] Ambassador Téllez is a member of party. General Calles plans to leave New York 6:50 this evening arriving St. Louis 5:10 Sunday evening, leaving immediately from there by special train for Laredo.
In view of urgency of matter Department has proceeded with arrangements without obtaining permission from Mexican Government for armed troops to enter Mexico. Please explain matter to Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and telegraph his acquiescence.