Papers Relating to Foreign Affairs, Accompanying the Annual Message of the President to the Third Session of the Fortieth Congress

Mr. Seward to Mr. Johnson

No. 31.]

Department of State, Washington, October 26, 1868.

Sir: I give you herewith a copy of a cable telegram which was sent you on the 25th instant. The protocol therein mentioned is brief, simple, effective, and therefore as satisfactory as any arrangement that could be made without waiting for legislation.

For your diligence in the matter you will please accept the President’s commendation.

I am, sir, your obedient servant,

WILLIAM H. SEWARD.

Reverdy Johnson, Esq., &c., &c., &c.

[Telegram per cable.]

Mr. Johnson to Mr. Seward

Legation of the United States, London, October 27, 1868.

Dispatch received. Will try to hasten claims convention.

REVERDY JOHNSON.

Hon. William H. Seward, Secretary of State, Washington, D. C.