[Translation.] Itakura Iga No Kami to Mr. Van Valkenburgh. January 12, 1868. I have the honor to communicate the following to your excellency: The Tycoon was exceedingly grieved on learning…
[Translation.] 4th of 1st month, (January 28,) 1868. Sir: We have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your excellency’s communication in reply to ours, on the subject of neutrality…
[Translation.] January 30, 1868. Sir: As has been stated to you in personal conferences, his Highness the Tycoon has taken great trouble and used his honest endeavors to bring about…