Mr. Moore to Mr. Gage.
Washington , June 27, 1898 .
Sir: With reference to the Department’s letter of the 22d instant, in relation to a difference of interpretation as to whether “cordials” were intended by the reciprocity agreement of May 28, 1898, to be included in the clause prescribing the rate of duty on “brandies, or other spirits manufactured or distilled from grain or other materials,” I have the honor to inclose herewith copy of a note from the French ambassador, of the 24th instant, in which he states that he has requested his first secretary, Mr. Thiébaut, to represent him at the hearing before you on the question under consideration.
The Department will be pleased to inform the French ambassador of the time which you may set for the hearing.
Respectfully, yours,
Acting Secretary.