Bernard Dwyer to William H. Seward, February 12, 1867

Mr. Dwyer to Mr. Seward

Sir: Respectfully I beg to suggest that Americans doing business in Mexico should be exempted from forced loans, which have proved ruinous to our country people in Mexico. Secure for us such exemption and American merchants will convert a hazardous into a secure and most profitable business.

The moral support of the United States restores republicanism and libera rule to Mexico, with rapid steps, and some special return is due from Mexico. Let it take the form of American citizenship securing our merchants from forced loans in Mexico, and a great commercial advantage will be gained.

I am, sir, respectfully yours,