Letter
William H. Seward to James S. Pike, October 10, 1861
Mr. Seward to Mr. Pike.
No. 25.]
Department of State,
Washington, October 10, 1861.
Washington, October 10, 1861.
Sir: Your despatch of September 18 (No. 17) has been received.
The delay of the government of the Netherlands in disposing of the unpleasant questions which have arisen concerning the American pirates in the colonies of that country is a subject of deep concern; and you are instructed, if you find it necessary, to use such urgency as may be effectual to obtain the definitive decision of that government thereon so early that it may be considered by the President before the meeting of Congress in December next.
I am, sir, your obedient servant,
WILLIAM H. SEWARD.
James S. Pike, Esq., &c., &c., &c.
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