Gustavus Koerner to William H. Seward, July 2, 1864

Mr. Koerner to Mr. Seward.

Sir: I enclose you a copy of the diplomatic circular, dated June 24, 1864, directed by Mr. Pacheco to the diplomatic representatives of Spain. I presume that Mr. Tassara has placed you in possession of it ere this, as it was sent to him by last week’s packet, and some five or six days before it was published here. I consider it more satisfactory than his speech in the Senate, though it labors under the same want of logic. Prom the premises laid down by the minister, the inevitable conclusion would have been an instantaneous order to restore the islands of Chincha. * * * * * * *

I am, &c.,