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Downey requests that Lincoln include representation from the Pacific area in his cabinet.
Motley writes to Seward in response to his question and with impressions from Europe.
John McLeod sends a document on behalf of the General Synod of the Reformed Presbyterian Church in North America.
Sarell, an Englishman, seeks an audience with President Lincoln.
McClure writes to Seward about his own promotion, hoping that Seward will bring it to the attention of the president.
Forney reports on the majorities in Pennsylvania and predicts they will carry the state.
This letter is also signed by Elbridge Gerry Spaulding, William W. Mann, Henry W. Rogers, George R. Babcock. They recommend the "Stoddards Miniature…
Wright communicates about a mutual acquaintance, Dr. William Patton of New Haven, Connecticut.
Heco's letter of resignation as Interpreter to the United States Consulate at Kanagawa.
Knowland writes of God and duty.
Dent writes on behalf of Mr. Walter Mitchell of Port Tobacco, Charles County Maryland, to be allowed to return home.
Lathrop writes to express her thanks to the president and to bring an enclosed circular to his attention.
Hunt warns President Lincoln against possible concerns of conscripting men in Missouri.
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.
Flanders writes on behalf of the friends of Jas Hitchins.
Madame de Give is trying to reach her husband, Mr. Lamont de Give, Belgian Consul, who left for Atlanta 13 months earlier.
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.
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.
Grinnell passes along news from the Times and reports of insults to the president by C.M. Clay.
Taylor offers congratulations and thanks to the president on his success.
Mrs. Benham writes to Weed, seeking his influence in getting her husband detached from the Sacramento, blockading off Wilmington, and moved closer to…
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.
Holden wants one son sent to West Point and another to the Naval Academy.
Arce, a resident of Mexico, writes to the President about circumstances surrounding his legal problems.
Friese writes to share his thoughts on race relations.
Wellington seeks a position in the navy.
Wetmore sends a corrected copy of a resolution and news of pamphlets.
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…
Sykes writes on behalf of others in Norfolk to restore "civil government" to their city.
Burroughs writes to Seward with his thoughts on the war and President Lincoln's strategies.
Included in this letter is a translated copy of Resolutions passed by the Congregational Welsh Association of Pennsylvania.
Translation of second letter written by a "soldat citoyen," recommending his scheme of "forming before Spring a military Division composed of…
Chase writes of war updates as reported in the Richmond newspaper.
Daily writes to the president about the appointment of Dr. Charles S. Henry for the position of Assistant Quartermaster U.S.A.
Pellet writes of her brother, whom she lost in the war.
Pellet writes to the president to express her support and faith in him and God.
Cameron writes to Lincoln about legal matters.
North Carolina resident, Stephen D. Pool, writes to Abraham Lincoln, seeking an audience with him.
Reverend Chambers writes to Lincoln with the preamble and resolutions that were adopted by the General Synod of the Reformed Protestant Dutch Church…
In this letter addressed to Lincoln and his cabinet, the 'many citizens of Florida' want more troops deployed to defend the Union against the rebels.
The Marquis de Lafayette welcomes Seward to France.
This letter accompanies a proposition to purchase arms.
Hillhouse writes to Lincoln with a recommendation to promote Colonel James C. Rice, 44th New York Volunteers, to the rank of Brig General.
Grant gives an introduction to Mrs. Hulbert of Memphis.
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.
Hurley is an applicant for a consulship and writes to Lincoln about the letters he receives, those which seek relief and liberty.
Hunt writes to the president of local political activities in his congressional district.
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.
Jewett seeks an answer on his proposed European visit.
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.
Seward writes to Adams about an official decree regarding the end of slavery.
In this letter marked "confidential," Seward writes to Banks about Dr. Zacharie.
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 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.
Howard seeks a conversation with Seward.
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.
A note that says the opposition to the upcoming election will be to abstain from voting.
This note includes an inquiry about a passport to Virginia.
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.