No. 334.
Mr. Caldwell to Mr. Fish.
Montevideo, July 24, 1876. (Received August 25.)
Sir: I have the honor to inform you that the political affairs of this republic continue undisturbed. The government established by the movement of March 10 meets with cordial approbation and support.
On assuming power, Colonel Latorre promised to exercise it only one year, guaranteeing the regular elections in November. The government has, however, thus far behaved with so much wisdom and moderation, that there is a general desire on the part of the people to continue its power and avoid the dangers arising from a hotly-contested election. In furtherance of this object, petitions have been circulated in all parts of the republic calling for the prolongation of the dictatorship, and a great demonstration was made in the capital on the national day, the 18th of July.
There is no doubt that the dictatorship of Colonel Latorre will be prolonged, as it is generally supported by all classes, as well foreigners as natives.
I have, &c.,