711.38/301
The Minister in Haiti (Mayer) to the Secretary of State
[Received April 10.]
Sir: I have the honor to refer to Department’s telegram No. 28, March 30th, 3:00 P.M. and previous correspondence on the subject of an exchange of declarations between the American and Haitian Governments with regard to naval bases, guarantee of sovereignty, etc.
I carried out the Department’s instructions this morning in a conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, in view of the continued absence of President Vincent in the north. I believe I was able successfully to fulfill the Department’s wishes in this regard and that the situation was explained to M. Laleau in a manner calculated to avoid any wounding of Haitian sensibilities, although it seemed quite evident that the Minister of Foreign Affairs was disappointed.
Respectfully yours,