Mr. Dayton to Mr. Seward.
No. 354.]
Paris,
October 1, 1863.
Sir: I have received a letter from consular agent at Brest, of the date of 29th September, in which he informed me that the repairs to the hull and engine of the Florida continue, but she will not be able to go to sea before three weeks. Also, that the corvette Kearsarge has taken in provisions and coal, and will not hereafter be retained in port by anything essential.
I am, sir, your obedient servant,
WILLIAM L. DAYTON.
Hon. William H. Seward, Secretary of State, Washington, D. C.