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832.00 Revolutions/384: Telegram

The Consul General at São Paulo (Cameron) to the Secretary of State

São Paulo, September 27, 1932—noon.
[Received September 27—11:25 a.m.]

American colony apprehensive possible disorders radical elements in this city should it be captured and during the interim before the arrival of the new authorities especially in view of the assurances reported to have been given to other colonies by their governments. It is believed highly desirable American warships be within call. I respectfully request to be informed as to measures taken in this respect which will be kept secret if deemed advisable.

Repeated to Embassy at Rio de Janeiro.

Cameron