Charles Francis Adams to William H. Seward, January 14, 1864

Mr. Adams to Mr. Seward.

Sir: I have prepared a note to Lord Russell, based on the instructions contained in your despatch, No. 789, and the copy of the whole report of Mr. Mallory, which has been received here as printed in the New York Times of the 30th December. But on a close examination of this paper so much of it seemed to justify a suspicion of its entire genuineness that I have concluded to defer sending it at least until after the receipt of further intelligence from America. It is not unlikely that some further notice of the report, after it shall have reached you in its full extent, may accompany the copy you expressed an intention to transmit when obtained.

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