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Allen writes to President Lincoln about supply routes and encourages him to stop allowing provisions to the confederate army via this route.
Allen writes of past claims, terms of office, and the role of church and state.
Arce, a resident of Mexico, writes to the President about circumstances surrounding his legal problems.
Balch writes of all his perceived accomplishments and directs the attention of the president to his application for appointment as a government agent…
Ballard writes on behalf of the candidacy of S. P. Allen Esqr. of the City of Rochester, for the appointment of U. S. Marshall.
Banks writes to President Lincoln seeking the appointment to his staff of Colonel John S. Clark as an additional Aid de Camp.
Banks writes to the president about Dr. Zacharie.
Banks writes seeking the promotion of Captain John W. McClure, Quarter Masters Department, to the rank of Major.
Banks writes with updates from Texas and Mexico.
Barney writes to President Lincoln to make a case for a potential consulship for Hon. Caleb Lyon of New York.
This brief note from Bates accompanies a draft of a proclamation that Bates wants Lincoln to review.
Bates writes to President Lincoln about requests his office has received from those wishing to take an oath under the proclamation issued by Lincoln…
Bates writes to President Lincoln, seeking a consulship for Mr. Slade of Cleveland, Ohio.
Booth writes to President Lincoln of peace and discusses a pamphlet.
Boreman writes to President Lincoln and includes a copy of the Declaration of the People of Virginia.
Bryant writes to Lincoln on behalf of Samuel J. Wood Esqre. of Peekskill, and is seeking reparation for Wood's loss at Graytown.
Burt suggests two amendments which should be added to the constitution.
Caldwell writes to Lincoln that his sixteen year old son has run away and enlisted, and he seeks to have him released.
Cameron writes to Lincoln about legal matters.
Cantel writes to apply for the consulships of either Quebec, Erie, or Demerara.
Reverend Chambers writes to Lincoln with the preamble and resolutions that were adopted by the General Synod of the Reformed Protestant Dutch Church…
Chase writes of war updates as reported in the Richmond newspaper.
Chick writes of his support for the president.
Clark, an unsuccessful applicant for the consulship to Acapulco, now seeks the position in Tahiti.
Cleveland writes of the predicament of his son, a volunteer in the army, who is a "slave within your lines."
Cleveland continues with the plight of his soldier son.
Daily writes to the president about the appointment of Dr. Charles S. Henry for the position of Assistant Quartermaster U.S.A.
David Davis writes to the president with two suggestions for candidates for judgeships.
Denison seeks repayment for personal expenses incurred while working in England.
Dent writes on behalf of Mr. Walter Mitchell of Port Tobacco, Charles County Maryland, to be allowed to return home.
Disosway seeks justice for W. W. Disosway of the N. Y. Mounted Rifles, who he claims was unjustly killed by Patrick Boyle.
Downey requests that Lincoln include representation from the Pacific area in his cabinet.
In this letter to Lincoln, Duffee writes to introduce Louisa C. L. De Barres, the daughter of the late Hon. Lewis C. Levin.
Dunn writes to President Lincoln to apologize for a past interaction and to inform him of plans to furnish books for the army. He seeks the creation…
Michael Durham and "sevrl other Irishmen" of Middletown (state unknown) offer themselves to the army in this brief note to Lincoln.
Edwards writes to President Lincoln that he is a "knight of the Golden Circle," an organization that seeks to overthrow the government, and would like…
Edwards suffers ill health and requests a leave of absence from his consular duties.
Mrs. Ely writes to President Lincoln to seek information on the release of her husband, Alfred Ely, from prison in Richmond.
Evans writes of his support for the president's actions.
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…
This note will be introduced by "Sister Angela a Religeuse," who desires an audience with the president.
Fetherston writes to Lincoln again, on behalf of Mr. Patrick McIlroy who is seeking employment in the Navy Yard of Charlestown, Massachusetts.
Fetherston resends a letter that was mistakenly omitted in earlier correspondence.
Field writes in support of the appointment of Charles A. Peabody to the office of the Judge of the District Court for the Eastern District of…
Flanders writes on behalf of the friends of Jas Hitchins.
Fletcher requests to be reinstated in his position as Paymaster for the U.S. Army after being dismissed and arrested.
Forney reports on the majorities in Pennsylvania and predicts they will carry the state.
Frémont writes to President Lincoln with news from the U.S. Army's Western Department.
Frémont writes to President Lincoln with news from the U.S. Army's Western Department.
Friese writes to share his thoughts on race relations.
Translation of a letter from Garibaldi to President Lincoln.
Ghilardi announced his arrival in the United States and seeks an audience with the president.
Ghilardi sends regrets that he cannot meet with the president before departing for Mexico. He urges government assistance for Mexico.
Ghilardi sends regrets that he cannot meet with the president before departing for Mexico. He urges government assistance for Mexico.
Madame de Give is trying to reach her husband, Mr. Lamont de Give, Belgian Consul, who left for Atlanta 13 months earlier.
Grafton includes a clipping from a newspaper column that he wrote and assures the president that the people of Canada support his cause.
Grant gives an introduction to Mrs. Hulbert of Memphis.
Grant reports news from the Richmond newspaper about a writ of habeas corpus on the petition of Governor Foote.
Grinnell passes along news from the Times and reports of insults to the president by C.M. Clay.
Haight writes to President Lincoln to "save Gordon for his young wifes sake."
Hamilton writes to President Lincoln to share his thoughts on the war.
Haven writes with his thoughts on the war.
John Hay writes that the president is waiting for his carriage.
Heco's letter of resignation as Interpreter to the United States Consulate at Kanagawa.
Henderson writes to the president to share what is contemplated in Europe about the war.
Herman writes to the president on the prejudices that Jews have faced in military service.
Translation of second letter written by a "soldat citoyen," recommending his scheme of "forming before Spring a military Division composed of…
Hillhouse writes to Lincoln with a recommendation to promote Colonel James C. Rice, 44th New York Volunteers, to the rank of Brig General.
Holden wants one son sent to West Point and another to the Naval Academy.
Howard writes of Guglielmo Tocci and his intention to send the president pamphlets.
Hulbert writes to the president to "unfurl the banner of peace."
Hulbert writes to Seward, imploring him to pass her letter on to the president.
Hunt warns President Lincoln against possible concerns of conscripting men in Missouri.
Hunt writes to the president of local political activities in his congressional district.
Hurley is an applicant for a consulship and writes to Lincoln about the letters he receives, those which seek relief and liberty.
This company transports passengers from France and Germany to the United States and seeks Lincoln's assistance in stopping rumors that those newly…
Andrew Jackson of Albany writes to President Lincoln to disclose that although he voted for him, he regrets the policy thus far pursued by the…
Jewett is about to leave for Europe and writes of European relations.
Jewett reports that the marshals of New York and Buffalo hold orders for his arrest and seeks advice from President Lincoln.
Jewett writes to urge provision for the national debt through Colorado and other gold localities.
Johnson writes to President Lincoln of recent success in battle and the sentiment in Tennessee.
Jones writes to President Lincoln about how he is regarded in England.
George Wallace Jones writes to President Lincoln seeking information on why he was arrested.
Knowland writes of God and duty.
The Marquis de Lafayette welcomes Seward to France.
Lagan calls upon their past communication and implores the president for a government position in Baltimore.
Lathrop writes to express her thanks to the president and to bring an enclosed circular to his attention.
Leport writes to President Lincoln to seek help for his brother, Andrew R. Leport, who is a prisoner at Richmond.
Leslie is an inventor who informs President Lincoln of his new "instrument of war."
Lincoln reports that there are no updates.
In this longer letter to William Henry Seward, Abraham Lincoln writes of the rumors around the nomination and to affirm his hope that Seward will…
President Lincoln writes to Edwin Stanton about the "Rafael Repeater" gun and thinks it worthy of the attention of the Ordnance Bureau.
Lincoln makes notes about possible appointments.
Lincoln shares his present views on the war with Seward.
Pardon for Cortland Van Rensselaer.
Lincoln writes to Welles about new instructions given to naval commanders regarding neutral ports and neutral vessels.
Lincoln updates Seward that there is "no news of consequence this morning."
Lincoln updates Seward on news of the war.
Lincoln advises Raymond to seek a conference for peace with Jefferson Davis.
In this brief letter, Abraham Lincoln writes to William Henry Seward that he will nominate him to the Senate for confirmation as Secretary of State…
Lincoln discusses candidates for places in the cabinet.
Lincoln discusses when to arrive in Washington D.C., and who the heads of the War and Navy departments should be.
Lincoln discusses his hope that Mr. Gilmer will take a post within the cabinet.
Lincoln compliments Seward on a recent speech given, and discusses recent events.
In this brief note to Seward, Lincoln directs that a successor to Gen. Twiggs should not be appointed.
Lincoln responds to Seward's ask to withdraw as Secretary of State by asking him to reconsider the withdrawal.
In this brief note to Seward, Lincoln demands an audience with him.
In this brief letter, Lincoln requests the blank nominations of Mr. Judd and Mr. Kreismann.
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.
In this letter, Lincoln continues his discussion of diplomatic posts and who should serve them.
In this note to Seward, Lincoln references a letter and Mrs. Walworth.
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 writes to Seward that "our Chicago detective has arrived" and has set up a meeting.
Lincoln sends word that the Maryland Committee men are to arrive.
Lincoln discusses circumstances around making E. Joy Morris the Minister to Constantinople.
Lincoln writes to Seward about unfilled diplomatic posts.
President Lincoln asks Seward to give William W. Richmond an interview for the Consul to Paris position.
Lincoln discusses the appointment possibilities of Theodore D. Edwards.
Lincoln writes to Seward about the appointment of the Consul to Paris.
Lincoln writes to Seward to see if a position may be found for Zebina Eastman of Chicago, to serve a post in England where he will be influential.
Lincoln writes to Seward about the consul post to Cardiff.
Lincoln writes to Seward about diplomatic posts.
Lincoln's note accompanies letters regarding James Mitchell and a possible post for his brother-in-law, G.F. Savitz.
Lincoln inquires about consular appointment for a friend of Mr. Blair of Pennsylvania.
In this letter, Lincoln discusses James F. B. Marshall, of Massachusetts, as the Honolulu commissioner.
Lincoln directs Seward to see Governor Koerner, the new Minister to Spain.
Lincoln responds to Seward's request to resign as Secretary of State, requesting that he stay on and resume his duties.
Lincoln seeks "copies of the Instructions of the Sec. of the Navy, on the subject we have in hand."
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 reports that all is quiet.
Seward passes along news on developments in the war.
Lincoln reports the news that Elwood Evans, Secretary of Washington Territory, has gone over to the enemy.
Lincoln requests that Seward invite all cabinet members to the meeting.
Lincoln writes to Seward about Mr. Snow.
A brief note from the president to Seward.
Lincoln inquires after a conulship appointment for Foegelmeisy.
Lincoln refers to a letter from Mr. Davis and his own willingness to receive any agent who may be instrumental in securing peace.
Lincoln instructs Seward to proceed to Fortress-Monroe, Virginia, to meet with Stephens, Hunter, and Campbell, on the basis of his letter to F. P.…
Lincoln tells Seward that he will soon join him in Fort Monroe.