Papers Relating to the Foreign Relations of the United States, 1894

Mr. Gresham to Mr. Bayard.

[Telegram.]

Department of State,
Washington, December 4, 1893.

You will inform Lord Rosebery that, yielding to his desire, this Government consents further negotiations for making the award of the Paris Tribunal effective shall be conducted here with the British ambassador. While your generous offer to visit Washington and aid us is appreciated, the President will not impose the burden upon you.