Mr. Adee to Mr. Akharaj.

No. 8.]

Sir: Acknowledging the receipt of your note of the 4th instant, I have the honor to inform you that I am charged by the President to say that he appreciates sincerely the gratification which the Government of Siam and the members of the Siamese legation have expressed at his recent escape from serious injury.

He directs me to express his thanks for the kind sentiments expressed in your note.

Accept, etc.,

Alvey A. Adee,
Acting Secretary.