Perry to William H. Seward, February 25, 1865

Mr. Perry, United States chargé d’affaires, to Mr. Seward, Secretary of State.

Sir: I have the honor to transmit, inclosed, the translation of Mr. Benavides’s note to me of the 21st instant, in reply to mine of the 18th instant, which was forwarded as inclosure C of dispatch No. 168, of February 20. This note confirms the result announced to you in that dispatch. Last night in company I saw Mr. Benavides and inquired of him if this note was intended to be the end, or whether repairs on the Stonewall would ever be recommenced in this jurisdiction. Mr. Benavides said no, that this was the end of repairs on that ship, and that such was the meaning of his note.

With sentiments of the highest respect, sir, your obedient servant,