Mr. Eustis to Mr. Olney.
Your two telegrams re Waller received. The compromise suggested by former minister for foreign affairs is that the release of Waller would end the matter. It was based upon the assumption of Waller’s guilt, and was intended as an act of grace. I have ascertained, unofficially, yesterday, that the minister meant by ending the matter that no indemnity of any sort is to be asked for the arrest, trial, and treatment of Waller. New minister for foreign affairs notifies this morning the diplomatic corps that he will receive us on the 13th. I propose to renew, in writing, application for record. If reply is negative, as probable, I shall then ascertain if the compromise suggested can be effected.