Mr. Moran to Mr. Seward
Sir: The appointment of the Hon. Reverdy Johnson to this mission, news of which reached London by telegraph on the 13th instant, has given much satisfaction, both in official circles and to the general public. Judging from the hearty manner in which I have been congratulated [Page 314] upon this event by influential persons of all political parties, it is but natural to conclude that Mr. Johnson will enter upon his duties under circumstances highly favorable to the increase of the friendly feeling which now so happily prevails between the two nations.
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It will be a pleasure to me to welcome Mr. Johnson, and to afford him all the information and aid in my power on his reaching London.
I have the honor to be, sir, your obedient servant,
Hon. William H. Seward, Secretary of State, Washington, D. C.