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It is acting as its friendship for
Mexico, not as any selfish interest, dictates.
The present situation in Mexico is incompatible with the
fulfillment of international obligations on the part of Mexico,
with the civilized development of Mexico herself, and with the
maintenance of tolerable political and economic conditions in
Central America. It is upon no common occasion, therefore, that the
United States offers her counsel and assistance. All America cries
out for a settlement.
A satisfactory settlement seems to us to be conditioned on--
(_a_) An immediate cessation of fighting throughout Mexico, a
definite armistice solemnly entered into and scrupulously observed;
(_b_) Security given for an early and free election in which all
will agree to take part;
(_c_) The consent of Gen. Huerta to bind himself not to be a
candidate for election as President of the Republic at this
election; and
(_d_) The agreement of all parties to abide by the results of the
election and cooeperate in the most loyal way in organizing and
supporting the new administration.


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