Mr. Hay to Mr. Leishman.

No. 153.]

Sir: I have to acknowledge the receipt of your dispatch, No. 143, of March 1 last, on the subject of the abduction of Miss Stone.

You will express the grateful appreciation of the Presidents and myself to the persons mentioned in your dispatch for their generous and valuable services in connection with the release of Miss Stone.

I am, etc.,

John Hay.