Mr. Judd to Mr. Seward, August 27, 1861

Mr. Judd to Mr.
Seward.

Sir: * * * * * * * * *

Since my written communication to Baron Von Schleinitz on the subject of
the maritime treaty, a copy of which was sent to the State Department in
my despatch No. 4, I have not heard from this government directly upon
the subject; but Baron Von Mohrenheim, of the Russian legation, informs
me that, in conversation with Baron Von Schleinitz, the latter expressed
the opinion that the object sought by the United States could be
attained by a simple adhesion on its part to the articles of the Paris
treaty, and that there was no necessity for a formal and separate
treaty. I also learned from Baron Von Mohrenheim that the Russian
government inclined to the same opinion. My conversations with the
members of the diplomatic corps here have convinced me that they are not
only thoroughly advised of the views and action of their own governments
in this matter, but that every step taken by any government interested
is promptly communicated, so that each representative is fully advised
of the condition of the question with all the governments, and that
there is concerted action, with England at the head.

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I have the honor to be, very respectfully, your obedient servant,