Mr. Olney to Mr. Terrell.

No. 667.]

Sir: I append on the overleaf a copy of your telegram of the 18th instant, and of mine of the same date, in regard to the destruction of American property at Harpoot.

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I approve your notification to the Porte that your Government would expect prompt payment for all ascertained damages.

I am, etc.,

Richard Olney.