Charles Francis Adams to William H. Seward, November 23, 1865

Mr. Adams to Mr. Seward

Sir: I have the honor to transmit copies of two notes of Lord Clarendon to me—one of the 17th, the other of the 18th—on the case of the Shenandoah, and of my reply to both on the 21st instant.

I see no good reason for continuing this correspondence on my part any further. It may be that you will deem it worth while to notice Lord Russell’s singular proposal of prospective legislation, the only point now apparently remaining open between the two governments. But that would scarcely seem likely to call for much explanation. In any event I hope to be able to restrict myself hereafter closely within the line of your instructions.

I have the honor to be, sir, your obedient servant,