MINOR, Consul General to William Hunter, May 9, 1865

Mr. Minor to Mr. Hunter

Sir: A steamer under Mexican colors, and named Margarita Quintero, Elornea master, arrived at Matanzas, from Vera Cruz, on the 29th ultimo, and sailed again on the 1st instant. I am informed that she is the property of Don Julian Zulueta and Captain Eugenio Vinas, both notorious slave traders, and was fitted out at Vera Cruz for the African traffic in slaves. She came to Matanzas for orders, bringing on board Don Teburcio Audia, a partner of Zulueta, being cleared for New York, but some doubts are entertained that she has gone to New York. Audia will be the supercargo on the African voyage. It is possible, however, that she has actually visited New York to complete her outfit. Bonds were given at the customhouse in Vera Cruz.

The above information has been obtained from a source which I consider reliable. Unfortunately it was communicated to me only last evening.

I have the honor to be, sir, with much respect, your obedient servant,