File No. 811.111/4598
The Chargé in Costa Rica ( Johnson) to the Secretary of State
Joaquin Tinoco has requested me for an answer to my telegram of March 15, 10 a.m. Now believe that his desire to go to France dictated by intense weariness of constant struggle to maintain himself and brother in power; also believe that attitude of Joaquin is that of Federico who can not give expression to it, even confidentially, as his over [own?] subordinates would vanish at once. Tinocos still have hopes of recognition based now wholly upon aid given them by us by reason of vigilance exercised over Volios in Panama. They attach importance to this and to the expiration on May 8 of constitutional term of Alfredo Gonzalez or his market [sic] Vice Presidents thinking that the United States is waiting for that day to extend recognition. A categorical reputation [repudiation?] of this belief conveyed by me under instructions from the Department might lead to definite suggestions from them of retirement. They would of course first insure themselves of sufficient Government funds to reside abroad.
Volio danger has vanished but large force conspicuously on war footing. Minor plots and conspiracies continuing.