822.00/9–1647: Telegram
The Ambassador in Ecuador ( Simmons ) to the Secretary of State
Quito
, September 16,
1947.
402. Congress elected Carlos Julio Arosemena Vice President by vote 103 to 3; next session scheduled 4:30 p.m. Arosemena arrives Quito this afternoon. Resignation Suarez expected to be acted upon immediately and Arosemena may be installed as President today.
Simmons