Hendricks to William H. Seward, June 28, 1866

Mr. Hendricks to Mr. Seward

Sir: The Rev. John McMahon, the parish priest of Anderson, in the State of Indiana, was recently called to visit Canada on business connected with the estate of a deceased brother, and whilst there was arrested and lodged in the jail at Toronto, upon the charge of being connected with the Fenian invasion of that country, and he is now in the jail. I am satisfied by the information which I have that he was not in Canada upon any connection with the Fenian movement, but only upon proper business. I have the honor, therefore, to request that you will use the influence of your department with the authorities of Canada for the release of the reverend gentleman.

With great respect,