My grandfather is fed up with the way his sons are being treated in Venezuela so he’s decided to do something about it. He shoots off a barrage of letters to government officials in Venezuela to light a fire under someone.
Alfred Duryee Guion (Grandpa)
April 3, 1939
Mr. S. E. McMillan
American Consul
U.S. Consulate
Caracas, Venezuela
Dear Sir:
Enclosed please find copies of letters written to two officials of the Venezuelan Government, which letters I believe are self-explanatory.
Anything you can do to expedite the straightening out of this mess will be appreciated by an anxious parent.
I will, of course, be glad to supply you with any further details in my power to obtain, if you will let me know what is needed.
My son, Daniel B. Guion, is at present stranded somewhere between Carora and Lake Maracaibo. Another son, Alfred P. Guion, who left New York December 30 in the employ of Inter-America, Inc. can undoubtedly supply you with further details. He is located at the Hotel Aleman in Caracas.
If you think I ought to start inquiries through our own State Department in this country, please suggest what steps I should take. I am acquainted with some of the higher officials in Washington and might be able to stir up some quick action if you think it advisable. Meanwhile I will rest the matter in your hands.
Your cooperation will be gratefully accepted.
Very sincerely yours,
Alfred D. Guion
ADG:G
Enc. 2
Tomorrow, Thursday and Friday I will be posting the rest of the letters Grandpa has sent off to Venezuela to try to expedite straightening out the mess with Inter-America.
Judy Guion
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