Mr. Seward to Mr. Dayton.
No. 258.]
Department of State,
Washington,
November 21, 1862.
Sir: Your despatch of November 6 (No. 220) has been received.
The President is very well satisfied with the explanations Mr. Drouyn de l’Huys has given to you of the views of the Emperor in regard to American affairs. The exposition of the views of this government, which you gave to the minister for foreign affairs in return, is approved. You may communicate to him the substance of this despatch.
I am, sir, your obedient servant,
WILLIAM H. SEWARD.
William L. Dayton, Esq., &c., &c., &c.