The Mexican authorities

in Matamoros pretend to

blame Cortinas as much as

we do, but in reality, Gen'l,

I believe that they encourage

him, and that they privately

give him aid and assistance,

and wish him God speed

in his enterprise. I believe

that this matter will result

in a war between our country

and Mexico.

Mr. Taylor sends

his respects to you.

I remain very res-

pectfully yours,

Angel Navarro