817.812/748
The Acting Secretary of State to the Nicaraguan Minister (De Bayle)
Washington, December 8, 1938.
Sir: I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your note no. 954 of November 30, 1938 in which you request my Government’s assistance in the carrying out of studies by American engineers concerning the possibility of canalizing the San Juan River. Prompt consideration will be given to your Government’s request, and I shall be pleased to communicate with you further in the matter at a later date.
Accept [etc.]
Sumner Welles