Papers Relating to the Foreign Relations of the United States, 1920, Volume I

723.2515/564: Telegram

The Acting Secretary of State to the Chargé in Peru (Smith)

Washington, March 17, 1920—4 p.m.

38. Your March 16, 5 p.m.

Embassy in Chile has cabled that belief exists in Chile that Peru will mobilize army.

The Department would deplore mobilization in Peru. A very grave responsibility would be assumed by such mobilization. A similar representation has been made to the Governments of Chile and Bolivia regarding mobilization in those countries.

Cable Department daily regarding developments in situation.

Polk