812.6363/3160: Telegram
The Ambassador in Mexico (Daniels) to the Secretary of State
[Received 12:25 p.m.]
77. If there are conditions which justify Morgenthau87 take measures to cease buying silver he could take that course at any time without a public statement concurrent with your note. It would be regarded by Mexico and all the world in the nature of a reprisal. Knowing the disposition of Mexicans I fear it may produce an impasse and prevent possible future negotiations for payment.
Do you not feel that I am entitled to fly to Washington for personal consultation before a final decision is reached and made public in a situation fraught with unpredictable consequences? I do not [like] idea of delivering the note and leaving here immediately. It would be construed that I am not willing to face any condition that may arise.
I could reach Washington Tuesday afternoon88 for conference. I await instructions.