I shall have to tighten the reins a little.
_Wednesday, February 12th_ .-- * * * * Called on the Governor to have a talk with him on the subject of my deserters.

He took the ground that in the absence of treaty stipulations he could not deliver a fugitive unwilling to be returned.

Whilst I was with him the Tuscarora was announced by the telegraph.

This ship came in and anchored near us about 12 noon, disguised with her mainyards down, so as to resemble a merchant steamer.

I saw Captain Warden on shore also.