Mr. Gresham to Sir Julian Pauncefote.

Excellency: Referring to my note to you of the 7th instant regarding the joint invitation of foreign powers to adhere to the award of the Bering Sea Tribunal, I beg to inquire whether you have received instructions from your Government on the subject. In the judgment of the President prompt action is very desirable.

I have, etc.,

W. Q. Gresham.