Rameau to Target, March 20, 1872

Mr. Rameau to Mr. Target.

Sir: The commander of this locality has just announced to me by his letter, No. 45, of this date, that in conducting to prison a person named Batraville, aîné, under accusation for political offenses, the said Batraville, while passing the store of Messrs. G. Jastram & Co., rushed therein.

I invite you to proceed immediately to the premises to demand the opening of the house by those who dwell therein, and to cause the accused, who has taken refuge there, to be seized. If this demand is refused you will then fulfill all the formalities required under such circumstances, and will act in such a manner as to have force remain on the side of law.

I salute you very cordially,