Mr. Campbell to Mr. Seward
Washington, D. C.,
May 23, 1866.
Sir: I have the honor to acknowledge receipt of
communication from F. W. Seward, esq., Acting Secretary of State,
transmitting my commission as envoy extraordinary and minister
plenipotentiary of the United States to the republic of Mexico, and to
inform the Department of State that I accept the same. I enclose
herewith the oath sent me, duly executed, &c.
I was born in the State of Ohio on the 9th day of August, 1811, and have
always resided in that State. My present residence is in the city of
Hamilton, Ohio.
I shall be ready to proceed to my mission on the first of July next, and
sooner if the department desire it.
I am, sir, very truly, yours, &c.,
Hon. William H. Seward, Secretary of State, Washington, D. C.
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Mr. Seward to Mr. Campbell
No. 1.]
Department of State,
Washington,
May 25, 1866.
Sir: The commission of envoy extraordinary
and minister plenipotentiary of the United States near the
government of the republic of Mexico having been accepted by you in
your letter of the 23d instant, I transmit herewith your printed
personal instructions in that character, a sealed letter accrediting
you to his Excellency Don Benito Juarez, the President of the United
Mexican States, the usual office copy of the same, and a special
passport for yourself and suite.
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You will please inform the department of the date of your departure
from your residence, of that of your arrival at the seat of the
government of the republic of Mexico, and of your entrance upon your
duties there.
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The department entertains the confidence that your intelligent and
zealous attention to the interests of the United States, now
confided to your care, will be eminently conducive to the harmony
and friendly relations existing between the governments of the two
countries.
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I am, sir, your obedient servant,
Lewis D. Campbell, Esq., &c., &c.,
Washington, D. C.
