James Redpath, Esq.
INVITATION TO DINNER BY AMERICAN MERCHANTS IN PARIS.
Letter to the American Merchants at Paris, April 20, 1857.
The following correspondence, with its brief introduction, is copied from Galignani’s Messenger at Paris.
“Senator Sumner, of Massachusetts.—This distinguished American statesman and orator has been tendered a public dinner by the American merchants residing at Paris, in the following complimentary terms.
“Paris, April 28, 1857.
“Dear Sir,—The American merchants residing in Paris, desirous of expressing their high regard and admiration for your noble independence and distinguished services as a Senator of the United States, respectfully invite you to meet them at a public dinner, to be given at such a time during your sojourn in Paris as may be most convenient to yourself.