File No. 907/31–32.

The Secretary of State to Minister Wilson.

No. 110.]

Sir: I have to acknowledge the receipt of your Nos. 167 and 175, dated respectively April 7 and May 7 last, and to inform you that the question of the employment of state agents to induce immigration from Europe is receiving the consideration of the Department of Commerce and Labor, and that when a conclusion is reached in the matter you will be informed thereof.

I am, etc.,

E. Root.