Mr. Warren to Mr. Seward.
Sir: I have the honor to advise you of my safe arrival at this government on yesterday. I left my home in Iowa May 17th, and missing the steamer of the 21st, sailed from New York June 1st, and from Panama June 10th.
I have advised the minister of foreign affairs of my official character and my presence here, and have solicited an interview with the President, through him, for the purpose of presenting my letter of credence. The minister has been pleased to name Thursday of next week (June 27th) as the day of presentation. This time was fixed upon an unofficial consultation, and from considerations connected with my health, which is indifferent, and impaired by the fatigue of travelling.
I find the condition of the country tranquil, with a good hope of prosperity. New agricultural interests are being stimulated by successful experiments, and developing increased wealth. The culture of coffee has been very remunerative, and will soon become, I think, a leading article of export. The enhanced price of cochineal has induced more activity in that branch of production, but the accidents of seasons still render it precarious, while coffee is a sure growth. The raising of cotton has not been attended with the anticipated success, and it is not likely to be pursued as an interest, with the lower prices and enlarged supply in the United States.
The expressed feeling here is of great friendship and respect for the United States. They profess high satisfaction at the successful result of our war for the supremacy of the government.
I shall have the honor of again communicating with the department after my public audience.
I am, with high respect, your obedient servant,
Hon. William H. Seward, Secretary of State, Washington, D. C.