Letter
Ernest Dichman to Luis Carlos Rico, June 3, 1879
[Inclosure 1 in No. 96.]
Mr. Dichman to Mr. Rico.
Legation of the United States, Bogota, June 3, 1879.
Sir: Information has reached this legation that the government of the State of Tolima has issued a decree declaring public order in danger of being disturbed, and under this novel expedient it is proposed to levy and collect a tax for war purposes, among others, from citizens of the United States.
Without endeavoring to discuss the merits of this question, I beg to bring these facts to your notice in order that you may be pleased to take such steps in relation thereto as may be in conformity with the laws and treaties on this subject.
I am, &c.,
ERNEST DICHMAN.
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