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Jewett writes to urge provision for the national debt through Colorado and other gold localities.
Jewett reports that the marshals of New York and Buffalo hold orders for his arrest and seeks advice from President Lincoln.
Jewett is about to leave for Europe and writes of European relations.
Bryant writes to Lincoln on behalf of Samuel J. Wood Esqre. of Peekskill, and is seeking reparation for Wood's loss at Graytown.
Seward writes to Lincoln with a request from the "Prince of Joinville."
In this letter to Abraham Lincoln, William Henry Seward acknowledges receipt of Lincoln's letters of December 8, which discuss Seward's nomination for…
In this letter to Abraham Lincoln, William Henry Seward acknowledges receipt of Lincoln's letters of December 8, which discuss Seward's nomination for…
In this letter to Abraham Lincoln, William Henry Seward acknowledges receipt of Lincoln's letters of December 8, which discuss Seward's nomination for…
In this brief letter to Abraham Lincoln, Seward indicates that should he be nominated and confirmed, he will accept the appointment of Secretary of…
In this brief letter to Abraham Lincoln, Seward indicates that should he be nominated and confirmed, he will accept the appointment of Secretary of…
Seward encourages Lincoln to omit several paragraphs from a draft of his inaugural address in order to lessen the chance of some states' immediate…
Seward writes to encourage Lincoln to attend the funeral of John Hitz, consul to Switzerland.
Seward forwards August Belmont's letters to President Lincoln and discusses the draft.
A letter from William Henry Seward to Abraham Lincoln where Seward tenders his resignation as Secretary of State.
A letter from William Henry Seward to Abraham Lincoln where Seward tenders his resignation as Secretary of State.
In this letter to Abraham Lincoln, Seward retracts his withdrawal from the role of Secretary of State.
In this letter to President Lincoln, McFarlane discusses his ideas of keeping France and Spain from claiming Mexico.
President Lincoln is invited to the funeral of Archbishop Hughes.
Starr wonders if President Lincoln will be attending the funeral of Archbishop Hughes.
Allen writes of past claims, terms of office, and the role of church and state.
In this letter from the 'Committee of Citizens' in New York, signees offer the support of New York's services during the course of the war. The letter…
Lincoln writes to Seward about Mrs. Handy.
Lincoln asks Seward to prepare a response from the State Department for the Minutes of the 25th Annual Session of the Synod of Pennsylvania, 1862.
In this note to Seward, Lincoln references a letter and Mrs. Walworth.
Lincoln asks Seward to assemble the cabinet that day, where General Grant will meet them.
Lincoln seeks the brief for the secretary of the territory of Nebraska.
Lincoln writes to Seward about Timothy C. Smith taking a consulship in Russia.
Lincoln directs Seward to see Governor Koerner, the new Minister to Spain.
Lincoln writes to Seward about the consul post to Cardiff.
Lincoln discusses the appointment possibilities of Theodore D. Edwards.
Lincoln writes to Seward about the appointment of the Consul to Paris.
Lincoln inquires about consular appointment for a friend of Mr. Blair of Pennsylvania.
Lincoln seeks "copies of the Instructions of the Sec. of the Navy, on the subject we have in hand."
A brief note from the president to Seward.
President Lincoln asks Seward to give William W. Richmond an interview for the Consul to Paris position.
Lincoln writes to Seward about Mr. Snow.
In this brief note to Seward, Lincoln directs that a successor to Gen. Twiggs should not be appointed.
Lincoln writes to Seward, suggesting but not dictating, certain ministers for certain foreign posts.
Lincoln writes to Seward with the request that Jacob. S. Haldeman be appointed minister resident of Sweden and Norway.
Lincoln writes to Seward, requesting that he give Mr. F. Hassaurek an interview.
Lincoln seeks Seward's opinion on provisioning Fort Sumter.
Lincoln makes notes about possible appointments.
In this brief note to Seward, Lincoln demands an audience with him.
Lincoln writes that he would like to see Thomas D. Jones, of Cincinnati, and John J. Piatt, of Washington, to have small consular appointments when…
Lincoln writes to Seward that "our Chicago detective has arrived" and has set up a meeting.
Lincoln requests that Seward invite all cabinet members to the meeting.
Lincoln sends word that the Maryland Committee men are to arrive.
Lincoln discusses circumstances around making E. Joy Morris the Minister to Constantinople.
A note from Lincoln about election returns from Illinois.
Seward passes along news on developments in the war.
Lincoln's note accompanies letters regarding James Mitchell and a possible post for his brother-in-law, G.F. Savitz.
Lincoln writes that he's heard from Mrs. Galez, who requests that Mr. Frederick Wippermann, now Consul at Galatz in Moldavia, be moved. He asks Seward…
Lincoln writes to Seward about diplomatic posts.
This brief note from Bates accompanies a draft of a proclamation that Bates wants Lincoln to review.
Bates writes to President Lincoln, seeking a consulship for Mr. Slade of Cleveland, Ohio.
Mr. von Reutz writes to Lincoln to seek a consulship.
In this note, Frederick Seward requests that President Lincoln accept his resignation as Assistant Secretary of State.
McClellan writes to Lincoln about reviewing a letter he has written to General Scott.
John Hay writes that the president is waiting for his carriage.
A brief note from the president to Seward.
Nicolay relays a brief message from the president.
Michael Durham and "sevrl other Irishmen" of Middletown (state unknown) offer themselves to the army in this brief note to Lincoln.
Wilkeson makes note of latest dispatch.
Edwards suffers ill health and requests a leave of absence from his consular duties.
This note will be introduced by "Sister Angela a Religeuse," who desires an audience with the president.
This note, signed by Thurlow Weed and George D. Morgan, accompanies a letter dated the same day.
Seward and Lincoln correspond about the appointment of Dr. Gray of Utica.
Seward forwards a note from Moses H. Grinnell to the president.
In this note, William Henry Seward requests that President Lincoln accept his resignation as Secretary of State.
Seward reports that he will "cheerfully" resume his post as Secretary of State.
Seward seeks guidance on a nomination.
Seward asks for the return of an enclosed document.
Seward makes an observation about a letter received.
Seward writes to set up a meeting for that afternoon.
Pardon for Cortland Van Rensselaer.
Seward discusses a circular to the governors which he intends to send about raising regiments.
Grant reports news from the Richmond newspaper about a writ of habeas corpus on the petition of Governor Foote.
Lincoln reports that there are no updates.
Lincoln tells Seward that he will soon join him in Fort Monroe.
Lincoln reports that all is quiet.
Lincoln updates Seward that there is "no news of consequence this morning."
Lincoln updates Seward on news of the war.
Stephens seeks safe passage in order to arrive in Washington and discuss terms for ending the war.
Haight writes to President Lincoln to "save Gordon for his young wifes sake."
Ghilardi sends regrets that he cannot meet with the president before departing for Mexico. He urges government assistance for Mexico.
