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of Pres't Diaz that the peace is not broken.

This governing power uses all the arts of a politician to keep on his side men who might be troublesome. Some generals who might be troublesome if in command are retired on full pay; other men who are ambitious are given high positions & by thus making it a matter of self interest to preserve the peace, the risk of plots is lessened. One of these generals I chanced to meet as I had an interview with the governor. The latter, Gen. Carlos Diez Gutierrez, I found a fine looking, affable gentleman who offered me whatever assistance lay in his power. He furnished me with an effective letter to the authorities of the state & also secured others from private parties, another instance of the uniform courtesy that I have met from officials ever since my coming to the country. All needed is for one to be provided with proper credentials at the outset. The Gov has done much to beautify the city of San Luis since his term began & his recent re-election is probably