Thile to Mr. Wright, June 23, 1866

Mr. de Thile to Mr. Wright.

Sir: Francis Benndorf, in whose favor you interceded in your communication under date of 16th May, 1866, received in the fall of 1862 a simple permit, valuable for eight days, to go to Leipsic. Instead of returning at the expiration of this document, he went to America, whence he returned during the present year. His unauthorized absence having lasted only 3¼ years, he, according to the law of 31st December, 1842, retained his Prussian nationality. He should, therefore, fulfil his military obligations, and I regret exceedingly that I cannot obtain permission for him to leave the army.

I take this occasion to renew assurances, &c.