4/23 All of this is to be done secretly, the money to be raised by the issuance of bonds by the Imperium. Encourage all Negroes who can possibly do so to enter the United States Navy. Enter into secret negotiations with all of the foreign enemies of the United States, acquainting them of our military strength and men aboard the United States war ships. Secure an appropriation from Congress to hold a fair at Galveston, inviting the Governor of Texas to be present. It will afford an excuse for all Negro families to pour into Texas. |