William H. Seward to Rufus King, November 26, 1866

Mr. Seward to Mr. King

Sir: Your despatch, No. 65, of the 2d instant, has been received. The course which you adopted with reference to John H. Surratt is approved. We await the identification of that person. A letter of credit in your favor for $——is herewith enclosed. For the expenses which may be incurred in the case of Surratt, you will draw on the Messrs. Barings for an amount not exceeding that sum. It is probable that a war vessel will be ordered to receive that person for transportation to this country.

I am, sir, your obedient servant,