Mr. Terrell to Mr. Olney.
Missionaries at all interior posts reported safe and protected by soldiers. Bloody outbreak Ourfa 28th. Safe-conduct promised for Miss Shattuck, who is there alone, to Aintab. Porte agrees that relief for destitute at Harpoot may be extended under a commission of three—Barnum, one Turk, one native Christian. He has American and English charity funds. The Porte denies complicity of officers or soldiers in destroying American property. Am ready with data as to damages to demand indemnity. Shall I do so now and consent to send a commission to inquire if requested, or wait for further instructions?