William H. Seward to Robert H. Pruyn, November 7, 1864
[Extract.] Mr. Seward to Mr. Pruyn No. 84.] Department of State, Washington, November 7, 1864. Sir: Your despatches Nos. 49, 50, and 51, 53, dated August 10, and No. 54,…
Robert Hewson Pruyn was an American lawyer, militia general, diplomat, and politician from Albany, New York. He was most notable for his service as Speaker of the New York State Assembly, Adjutant General of New York, and United States Minister Resident to Japan.
[Extract.] Mr. Seward to Mr. Pruyn No. 84.] Department of State, Washington, November 7, 1864. Sir: Your despatches Nos. 49, 50, and 51, 53, dated August 10, and No. 54,…
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[No. 1.—Translation.] In order to arrange the difficulty caused by the hostile acts of Mori Daizen against the ships of various powers, an agreement was entered into by us with…