Mr. Olney to Mr. Terrell.

No. 749.]

Sir: I have to acknowledge the receipt of your No. 719, of the 12th instant, and to approve your course in addressing to the minister for foreign affairs your appreciation of the gratifying conduct of the Turkish officers and soldiers in protecting American citizens and their property during the disturbances at Aintab on the 16th ultimo.

I am, etc.,

Richard Olney.