832.852/23: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Ambassador in Brazil (Caffery)
1500. Your 1886, June 3, 8 p.m. The Brazilian Government has informed Martins that it desires to have negotiations for these vessels carried on through you. All concerned here agree. To assist you in conducting these negotiations, the War Shipping Administration and the Department are sending representatives to Rio. You will be advised later of the exact date of their departure.
Referring to Department’s circular telegram 1366 of May 27, 6 p.m.,14 the above-named representatives will be prepared to discuss with you the present status of the plans mentioned therein.
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