Mr. Beitler to Mr. Sherman.
Sir: In the absence of Governor Hastings, I have the honor to acknowledge your favor of 10th instant, urging, at the personal request of the Austrian minister, a prompt transmittal to you of the promised report of our investigation in regard to the killing and wounding of subjects of Austria-Hungary near Hazleton in September last.
In reply, I beg to state that immediately upon the governor’s return to the capitol, which is expected between the 15th and 20th instants, the matter will be brought to his attention.
I have, etc.,
Private Secretary.