Mr. Seward to Lord Lyons.
My Lord: I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your communication of the 18th instant, relative to alleged irregularities in the proceedings in the case of the British schooner Nymph, Alexander McCoppin, master, and seconding a request that the proceeds of the sale of the vessel and cargo may be retained until the owners can defend their interests. In reply, I have the honor to inform your lordship that I have submitted the request to the consideration of the Secretary of the Navy, who has been furnished with a copy of your note and its accompaniments.
I have the honor to be, with high consideration, my lord, your obedient servant,
Right Hon. Lord Lyons, &c., &c., &c.