701.2123/18: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Ambassador in Peru (Dearing)
36. Your 90, February 19, 11 a.m., and 91, February 19, midnight. Department has noted that the Peruvian Government has given every assurance of prompt and adequate protection, and promises an investigation and report of the attack on the Colombian Legation and punishment of those found to be guilty. In view of this, and as it does not appear from your reports that American lives are at present in any actual danger, the Department, as at present advised, believes that the despatch of a war vessel to Peruvian waters would not be warranted. Please follow situation closely and keep Department promptly advised of developments. It is assumed that you are in touch with American consular agents in Peru as to the safety of Americans.