Scrymser to William H. Seward, March 14, 1868

Mr. Scrymser to Mr. Seward.

Sir: As projector and director of the International Ocean Telegraph Company, I am desirous of obtaining from the government of Brazil the necessary privileges as will allow the extension of the lines, via Cuba, connecting with the company I represent, to land on a convenient point on the coast of Brazil.

And I would be much pleased if Mr. Seward would authorize our minister in Brazil to present the application forwarded by the steamer of the 22d instant, and to instruct him to give such assistance as may be in his power towards effecting the accomplishment of the enterprise in view.

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