Mr. Hall to Mr. Seward

No. 64.]

Sir: I have received a note from the minister of foreign affairs, at La Paz, saying that this government must consult with the government of Peru and Chili before it can come to any determination with respect to the propositions contained in your despatch No. 47. I think it may safely be assumed that this government will readily agree to any arrangements that Peru and Chili may consent to.

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

ALLEN A. HALL.

Hon. William H. Seward, Secretary of State, Washington, D. C.