[Translation.]

Baron Moncheur to the Secretary of State.

Mr. Secretary of State: In continuation of the communication I had the honor to address to your excellency on March 26 last, respecting the proposed convention relative to collisions and assistance at sea, I am instructed to inform you that Brazil, the Dominican Republic, and Roumania have notified their adhesion to the draft.

I gladly embrace this opportunity, etc.,

Bn. Moncheur.