Letter

George F. Seward to Wm. M. Evarts, April 7, 1880

No. 161. Mr. Seward to Mr. Evarts.

No. 654.]

Sir: Recurring to my dispatch No. 643, in regard to the proposed tax on cargo-boats, I have now the honor to inform you that the subject was considered at a meeting of the diplomatic body held yesterday, and that the several officers present agreed to write to the Yamên, in terms of the note which I inclose herewith.

I have, &c.,

GEORGE F. SEWARD.
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