Ignacio Mejia, to Señor Don Matias Romero , Envoy Extraordinary and, February 4, 1866

Republic of Mexico–Colonel on official duty.

I enclose you copies of the correspondence which passed between the undersigned and the American authorities, referring to the goods confiscated by General Escobedo during his occupancy of Bagdad. By them you will perceive that disregarding their want of jurisdiction in the matter, they detain said goods, and even recommend they be returned to those who claim them. Said goods were the property of the traitors and General Escobedo, on confiscating them, only fulfilled his duty. I entered them, by order of General Escobedo, in the custom-house of Clarksville, and gave bond for twice the amount of their value. I hope that you will deem it proper, as they are national property, to take the necessary steps, so that said articles may be returned to us. I offer you the assurance of my respectful consideration.