[Messersmith, G.S.], Havana. To Sumner Welles, Washington., 1940 April 12

Talked with [Amadeo] Lopez Castro and President [Federico Laredo Bru] today; both encouraged by progress on Constitution and gave assurance that objectionable features were being changed; has great respect for both men; [Fulgencio] Batista [y Zaldivar] not sure of his ground and fears to take action that might affect result of election.