Mr. Seward to Mr. Harvey.

No. 134.]

Sir:Your despatch No. 264, of the 10th of March, relative to the presence of the rebel cruiser Florida at Funchal, and her departure thence on the 29th of last month, has been received. The course of proceeding which you propose to adopt with regard to this matter is approved.

I am, sir, your obedient servant,

WILLIAM H. SEWARD.

James E. Harvey, Esq., &c., &c., &c., Lisbon.