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Dixon writes of war strategies and international relations.
Lincoln asks Seward to assemble the cabinet that day, where General Grant will meet them.
Trowbridge follows up on his letter from three days earlier with another letter containing an article from a New York paper. He says this article,…
Howes writes to Seward in favor of organizing Black Regiments.
Trowbridge writes to Seward about his thoughts regarding the war and motivations of the South.
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.
Everett discusses his health and wonders about the need for an authentic semi-official bulletin telegraphed to New York daily.
Adams writes that his son, Charles, owes his appointment to Seward's kindness.
Tryon writes to Seward with suggested strategies for the war.
In this letter, Norton expresses his fears about possible outcomes of the war and urges Seward to impress upon Lincoln to immediately, as a military…
Wetmore sends a corrected copy of a resolution and news of pamphlets.
Tellkampf writes to Seward on his thoughts on the war and how the South's strategy is similar to Napoleon's.
Sanford writes with details of conversations and news from abroad.
Harvey writes of meeting American ship captains and their opinions on the war. He also discusses news from Europe.
Burroughs writes to Seward with his thoughts on the war and President Lincoln's strategies.
Ball writes to Seward that the president ought to emancipate every slave in the U.S.
Lincoln writes to Seward about Mrs. Handy.
A note from Lincoln about election returns from Illinois.
Howard seeks a conversation with Seward.
Hoffman requests an interview with President Johnson for the following day.
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…
Grant informs Seward that he has sent him a letter of which he retains no copy.
Grant updates that the proposed terms have been accepted and will proceed to Fort Monroe.
Lincoln tells Seward that he will soon join him in Fort Monroe.
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 inquires after a conulship appointment for Foegelmeisy.
A note that says the opposition to the upcoming election will be to abstain from voting.
A brief note from the president to Seward.
Lincoln writes to Seward about Mr. Snow.
Lincoln requests that Seward invite all cabinet members to the meeting.
Lincoln reports the news that Elwood Evans, Secretary of Washington Territory, has gone over to the enemy.
Seward passes along news on developments in the war.
Lincoln reports that all is quiet.
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…
Seward and Lincoln correspond about the appointment of Dr. Gray of Utica.
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.
Lincoln responds to Seward's request to resign as Secretary of State, requesting that he stay on and resume his duties.
Lincoln directs Seward to see Governor Koerner, the new Minister to Spain.
Nicolay relays a brief message from the president.
In this letter, Lincoln discusses James F. B. Marshall, of Massachusetts, as the Honolulu commissioner.
Seward seeks guidance on a nomination.
John Hay writes that the president is waiting for his carriage.
Lincoln inquires about consular appointment for a friend of Mr. Blair of Pennsylvania.
This note includes an inquiry about a passport to Virginia.
Seward writes to set up a meeting for that afternoon.
Lincoln's note accompanies letters regarding James Mitchell and a possible post for his brother-in-law, G.F. Savitz.
Lincoln writes to Seward about diplomatic posts.
Lincoln writes to Seward about the consul post to Cardiff.
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 appointment of the Consul to Paris.
Lincoln discusses the appointment possibilities of Theodore D. Edwards.
President Lincoln asks Seward to give William W. Richmond an interview for the Consul to Paris position.
Lincoln writes to Seward about unfilled diplomatic posts.
Mary Todd Lincoln writes to Seward with an apology to him and her opinion on a political appointment. She asks him to speak with President.
Lincoln discusses circumstances around making E. Joy Morris the Minister to Constantinople.
Lincoln sends word that the Maryland Committee men are to arrive.
Lincoln writes to Seward that "our Chicago detective has arrived" and has set up a meeting.
Lincoln writes to Seward about Timothy C. Smith taking a consulship in Russia.
Lincoln seeks the brief for the secretary of the territory of Nebraska.
In this note to Seward, Lincoln references a letter and Mrs. Walworth.
In this letter, Lincoln continues his discussion of diplomatic posts and who should serve them.
Lincoln seeks Seward's opinion on provisioning Fort Sumter.
Lincoln writes to Seward, requesting that he give Mr. F. Hassaurek an interview.
Lincoln writes to Seward with the request that Jacob. S. Haldeman be appointed minister resident of Sweden and Norway.
Lincoln writes to Seward, suggesting but not dictating, certain ministers for certain foreign posts.
In this brief letter, Lincoln requests the blank nominations of Mr. Judd and Mr. Kreismann.
In this brief note to Seward, Lincoln demands an audience with him.
Lincoln responds to Seward's ask to withdraw as Secretary of State by asking him to reconsider the withdrawal.
A draft of letter from William Henry Seward to Abraham Lincoln where Seward tenders his resignation as Secretary of State.
In this brief note to Seward, Lincoln directs that a successor to Gen. Twiggs should not be appointed.
Seward encourages Lincoln to omit several paragraphs from a draft of his inaugural address in order to lessen the chance of some states' immediate…
Lincoln compliments Seward on a recent speech given, and discusses recent events.
Lincoln discusses his hope that Mr. Gilmer will take a post within 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 candidates for places in the cabinet.
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, Abraham Lincoln writes to William Henry Seward that he will nominate him to the Senate for confirmation as Secretary of State…
The Marquis de Lafayette welcomes Seward to France.
Seward forwards a note from Moses H. Grinnell to the president.
Seward asks for the return of an enclosed document.
Lincoln updates Seward on news of the war.
Lincoln updates Seward that there is "no news of consequence this morning."
Hodges inquires after a visit from either Seward or Secretary Stanton.
Seward writes to Adams about an official decree regarding the end of slavery.
Motley writes to Seward in response to his question and with impressions from Europe.
Seward writes to encourage Lincoln to attend the funeral of John Hitz, consul to Switzerland.
This letter is to recommend Captain John. W. McClure, A. Q. M., for promotion to the rank of Major in the Quarter Masters Department.
McClure writes to Seward about his own promotion, hoping that Seward will bring it to the attention of the president.
Seward makes an observation about a letter received.
Seward writes to Lincoln with a request from the "Prince of Joinville."
Repetti writes concerning the organization of the proposed Corps d' Armee.
In this letter marked "confidential," Seward writes to Banks that if decisive action is required beyond the given funds, the funds will be found.
In this letter marked "confidential," Seward writes to Banks about Dr. Zacharie.
Barker writes to Seward about mislaid papers and the need of her husband for a position.
Seward reports that he will "cheerfully" resume his post as Secretary of State.
In this note, William Henry Seward requests that President Lincoln accept his resignation as Secretary of State.
Seward forwards August Belmont's letters to President Lincoln and discusses the draft.
Seward discusses a circular to the governors which he intends to send about raising regiments.
Lincoln shares his present views on the war with Seward.
Jewett seeks an answer on his proposed European visit.
Lincoln makes notes about possible appointments.
In this letter to Abraham Lincoln, Seward retracts his withdrawal from the role of Secretary of State.
A letter from William Henry Seward to Abraham Lincoln where Seward tenders his resignation as Secretary of State.
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 letter to Abraham Lincoln, William Henry Seward acknowledges receipt of Lincoln's letters of December 8, which discuss Seward's nomination for…
A letter from William Henry Seward to Abraham Lincoln where Seward tenders his resignation as Secretary of State.
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 longer letter to William Henry Seward, Abraham Lincoln writes of the rumors around the nomination and to affirm his hope that Seward will…
Lincoln reports that there are no updates.