[Enclosure G.], Tuesday, November 13

[Enclosure G.]

My Dear Mr. Marsh: I had another interview and long conversation with Cardinal Antonelli this morning, in reference to the arrest and escape of John H. Surratt. The cardinal gave me the reports of the various officers charged with the investigation of the facts in the case. They certainly show, on the surface, perfect good faith on the part of the Papal authorities, and an earnest desire to arrest the criminal, of whose guilt the cardinal expressed himself fully satisfied. He added that Surratt had, beyond doubt, made good his escape into the Italian territory, and was now, doubtless, at Naples. I write to give you this information, as it may aid your researches. I still think and hope we may catch the fugitive.

Very truly yours,