No. 176.

Mr. Bayard to Mr. Becerra.

Sir: I have to acknowledge the receipt of your note of the 2d instant respecting the movement of certain parties in the United States, who, it is alleged, are engaged in fitting out warlike expeditions against the Government of Colombia, and to inform you that the attention of the proper authorities was promptly invited to the subject.

Accept, &c.,

T. E. BAYARD.