Mr. Seward to Mr. Clay.
Sir: Your despatch of the 17th of June (No. 10) has been received. The publication of Prince Gortchacow’s note to you, on the subject of the reply of this government to the recent suggestions concerning the affairs of Poland, is entirely satisfactory.
It is an occasion of sincere satisfaction that a charter has been granted by the Emperor for the extension of the telegraph through the Russian dominions, so as to be ultimately connected with the continental telegraph which is established through the interior of the United States. This great act furnishes a new illustration of the wisdom of the Emperor of Russia, of his friendship towards the United States, and his good will towards all foreign nations.
Mr. Collins having informed me of the granting of the charter, and of his intended visit to London, with a view to obtain co-operation of the British government, I have, by the President’s direction, commended his wishes to the support of Mr. Adams, minister plenipotentiary of the United States at that place.
I am, sir, your obedient servant,