Private

San José, Costa Rica, February 8th 1865.

To

the President of the United States,

Mr. Abraham Lincoln.

Sir:

Relying upon the satisfaction, which, judging from numerous despatches to me, my administration of this Legation seems to have given you and the Hon. Secretary of State, I make bold to be you for my continuance in this office for your next term.

I am Sir, with the highest consideration your most obidient servant

C.N. Riotte

NARA, M650 Lincoln Administration