were soon introduced to the President and his wife, in shaking hands with him Donald McHare guessed his age at 76 his birthday coming on the 20th. His wife is much younger and does not appear to me to be of typical Spanish stock. Oquihena introduced us and the President received us cordially. He mixed with us throughout the evening and his wife constantly looked after the ladies. The view of the valley of Mexico from the castle is very fine. In all directions are the volcanic mountains and off in the south east are the two great volcanoes! At 5.30 light came out clear all the clouds vanishing. We walked around the grounds are drench in the great sight and all admitted that a more ideal palace could not be found. The gardens outside of the palace and within were very tasty. Outside Acacias (young) and bananas are surrounded by walks covered with a burnt red earth attracted much attention. Inside there an abundance of flowers and vines lighted by colored electric lights. From 6 to 7 we listened to various musicals