Mr. Tuckerman to Mr. Seward.

No. 23.]

Sir: The result of the presidential election was received here by telegraph on the 9th instant. The triumph of the republican party and the election of General Grant are considered by the government and the people of Greece, so far as I can judge by the expressions of individuals and by the spirit of the public journals, as likely to tend to the restoration of public order at home, and the renewal of confidence abroad. The Greeks sincerely desire the perpetuity and grandeur of the United States, and the congratulations offered to me on this occasion by the members of the government and by leading citizens are but the expressions of the honest sentiments of the people. The name and public services of General Grant are familiar in Greece, and his good judgment, moderation, and firmness of character are believed to be ample guarantees for the future peace, unity, and prosperity of the United States. In this sentiment I most thoroughly concur.

The Greek minister of foreign affairs, her British Majesty’s representative, and the minister of his Majesty the King of Italy, have called upon me officially to offer their congratulations on this occasion; and last evening, at a dinner at the Turkish embassy, the other members of the diplomatic corps referred to the quiet and successful election with similar sentiments.

I have the honor to be, sir, your obedient servant,

CHARLES K. TUCKERMAN.

Hon. William H. Seward, Secretary of State, Washington, D. C.