Raleigh, N.C., August 26th, 1919.

Hon. T. W. Bickett,
Governor of North Carolina,
Fairmont Hotel,
San Francisco, California.

Troops had to be sent to Charlotte early this morning, four companies. Mayor¹ reported police unable to handle mob. General Royster on the job. Do not be uneasy.

Santford Martin,
Private Secretary.

(Charge Executive Dept. State N.C.)

1. The mayor of Charlotte at this time was Frank R. McNinch.