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Adams writes that his son, Charles, owes his appointment to Seward's kindness.
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…
Ball writes to Seward that the president ought to emancipate every slave in the U.S.
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.
Barker writes to Seward about mislaid papers and the need of her husband for a position.
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.
Mrs. Benham writes to Weed, seeking his influence in getting her husband detached from the Sacramento, blockading off Wilmington, and moved closer to…
Bigelow encloses a letter from Lieutenant Hills and asks that a furlough may be obtained for him.
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.
This letter is to recommend Captain John. W. McClure, A. Q. M., for promotion to the rank of Major in the Quarter Masters Department.
Bryant writes to Lincoln on behalf of Samuel J. Wood Esqre. of Peekskill, and is seeking reparation for Wood's loss at Graytown.
Burroughs writes to Seward with his thoughts on the war and President Lincoln's strategies.
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.
Dixon writes of war strategies and international relations.
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.
Everett discusses his health and wonders about the need for an authentic semi-official bulletin telegraphed to New York daily.
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.
Fred Gilbert writes to the Archbishop seeking a favor for his brother-in-law, James S. Reynolds.
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.
Grant updates that the proposed terms have been accepted and will proceed to Fort Monroe.
Grant informs Seward that he has sent him a letter of which he retains no copy.
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.
Harvey writes of meeting American ship captains and their opinions on the war. He also discusses news from Europe.
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.
Hodges inquires after a visit from either Seward or Secretary Stanton.
Hoffman requests an interview with President Johnson for the following day.
Holden wants one son sent to West Point and another to the Naval Academy.
Howard seeks a conversation with Seward.
Howard writes of Guglielmo Tocci and his intention to send the president pamphlets.
Howes writes to Seward in favor of organizing Black Regiments.
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 seeks an answer on his proposed European visit.
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.
Lincoln writes about the "vexed" question and affirms his stance on not compromising on the issue of permitting the extension of slavery within the…
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.