Mr. Morris to Mr. Seward.
Sir: Notwithstanding the reported successes of the Turkish troops in Crete, the insurrection in that island still continues. It seems hardly possible that it can be much longer sustained, such is the disparity of numbers between the insurgents and the Turkish forces; but the bitter animosity existing against Mussulman rule is so strong that it will be protracted as long as there is the faintest ray of hope. That the movement should not have been suppressed before this is suprising, considering the fact that there are over 40,000 of the best Turkish troops in the island, and that all its ports are closed by an efficient blockade, sustained by a large part of the Turkish navy.
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With great respect, your obedient servant,
Hon. William H. Seward, Secretary of State, Washington, D. C.