Mr. Seward to Mr. Hovey.
Sir: I have to acknowledge the receipt of your dispatch of the 14th of August, No. 142, which is accompanied by a correspondence which has taken place between yourself and the minister of foreign affairs, in which correspondence you have formally recognized the government over which Colonel Balta presides in conformity with the constitution of the Peruvian republic. My No. 87, which you must have already received, will have prepared you for an approval of the proceeding related in your dispatch.
I am glad to learn that peace is now prevailing in Peru, and that the new administration seems to be well established. I sincerly trust that that interesting and friendly republic may continue to enjoy the benefits of internal tranquility and wise administration.
I am, sir, your obedient servant,
Alyin P. Hovey, Esq., &c., &c., &c.