Mr. Seward to Mr. Bigelow
Sir: I have to acknowledge the receipt of your despatch of the 3d instant, No. 42, relative to the conversation which took place between yourself and Mr. Drouyn de Lhuys, on the subject of the communication addressed by the insurgent Benjamin to the maritime powers in Europe, in regard to the rights of neutrals which were adapted to the situation of the insurgent government, and also acquainting me with the selection of Marquis de Montholon, by the imperial government, to fill the post of minister to this country. Your proceedings related therein are approved.
I am, sir, your obedient servant,
John Bigelow, Esq., &c., &c., &c