Acknowledging reception of missing de-
spatch in reference to case of Mr. Bunch,
and transmitting copy of note to Earl
Russell announcing revocation of Mr.
Bunch's exequatur; reasons therefor.
Sense entertained by President of action
of Lord Lyons.
Nov. 22 Transmitting copy of note of Earl Russell
in reference to intercepted bag of Mr
Bunch and to correspondence of British
subjects in southern States.
Position of law officers of Crown on Trent
question; serious aspect of affairs. Earl
Russell's reply in regard to revocation of
Mr. Bunch's exequatur; thinks reasons
insufficient. If necessary, communica-
tion will continue to be made with
authorities of insurgents, but will not
imply acknowledgment of their inde-
pendence. Conduct of Mr. Adams has
been such as to command esteem and
respect.
Mr. Adams replies, sustaining action of
United States government in reference
to Mr. Bunch. Acknowledgment of
friendly conduct of British government
towards himself.
Dec. 13 Approving action of Mr. Adams in reference
to Bunch case.
Will hear British government in reference