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The Minister Resident in Ethiopia (Engert) to the Secretary of State

219. Alleged United Press report that I had “ordered all Americans to take refuge in the British Legation” is totally devoid of foundation. [Page 61] No such move is contemplated except as an extreme measure which may never become necessary.

Please caution the press against spreading unconfirmed alarming reports which are sure to be sent out from this capital during the next few days. The Department will be kept promptly informed of all important developments.

Engert