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Flanders writes on behalf of the friends of Jas Hitchins.
Ghilardi sends regrets that he cannot meet with the president before departing for Mexico. He urges government assistance for Mexico.
Ghilardi announced his arrival in the United States and seeks an audience with the president.
Hunt warns President Lincoln against possible concerns of conscripting men in Missouri.
Lathrop writes to express her thanks to the president and to bring an enclosed circular to his attention.
Dent writes on behalf of Mr. Walter Mitchell of Port Tobacco, Charles County Maryland, to be allowed to return home.
Knowland writes of God and duty.
Heco's letter of resignation as Interpreter to the United States Consulate at Kanagawa.
Wright communicates about a mutual acquaintance, Dr. William Patton of New Haven, Connecticut.
This letter is also signed by Elbridge Gerry Spaulding, William W. Mann, Henry W. Rogers, George R. Babcock. They recommend the "Stoddards Miniature…
Forney reports on the majorities in Pennsylvania and predicts they will carry the state.
McClure writes to Seward about his own promotion, hoping that Seward will bring it to the attention of the president.
Sarell, an Englishman, seeks an audience with President Lincoln.
John McLeod sends a document on behalf of the General Synod of the Reformed Presbyterian Church in North America.
Motley writes to Seward in response to his question and with impressions from Europe.
Downey requests that Lincoln include representation from the Pacific area in his cabinet.
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.
Bigelow encloses a letter from Lieutenant Hills and asks that a furlough may be obtained for him.
McClernand writes to President Lincoln with updates from the army, including attacks on Arkanasas.
Tellkampf writes to Seward on his thoughts on the war and how the South's strategy is similar to Napoleon's.
Cantel writes to apply for the consulships of either Quebec, Erie, or Demerara.
Howard writes of Guglielmo Tocci and his intention to send the president pamphlets.
In this letter, Taylor proposes compensation to slave states for $200 per slave, and includes a list of figures for each state.
Henderson writes to the president to share what is contemplated in Europe about the war.
Caldwell writes to Lincoln that his sixteen year old son has run away and enlisted, and he seeks to have him released.
Harvey writes of meeting American ship captains and their opinions on the war. He also discusses news from Europe.
Cleveland continues with the plight of his soldier son.
Cleveland writes of the predicament of his son, a volunteer in the army, who is a "slave within your lines."
This letter is to recommend Captain John. W. McClure, A. Q. M., for promotion to the rank of Major in the Quarter Masters Department.
This company transports passengers from France and Germany to the United States and seeks Lincoln's assistance in stopping rumors that those newly…
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…
McDowell writes to Lincoln to recommend Davies Wilson Esq. for a position abroad.
Zacharie writes of news from New Orleans.
Lagan calls upon their past communication and implores the president for a government position in Baltimore.
Ballard writes on behalf of the candidacy of S. P. Allen Esqr. of the City of Rochester, for the appointment of U. S. Marshall.
Barney writes to President Lincoln to make a case for a potential consulship for Hon. Caleb Lyon of New York.
Leslie is an inventor who informs President Lincoln of his new "instrument of war."
Sanford writes with details of conversations and news from abroad.
Herman writes to the president on the prejudices that Jews have faced in military service.
Raymond writes to President Lincoln seeking the promotion of Charles G. Halpine.
Raymond discusses a memorandum and the potential damage it may do to Democrats.
Morse provides a lot of figures and ultimately doubts that the North can have a successful outcome.
Barker writes to Seward about mislaid papers and the need of her husband for a position.
Allen writes to President Lincoln about supply routes and encourages him to stop allowing provisions to the confederate army via this route.
Morgan writes to Lincoln, seeking a clerkship in Washington.
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…
Translation of a letter from Garibaldi to President Lincoln.
George Wallace Jones writes to President Lincoln seeking information on why he was arrested.
Patterson writes to Lincoln about the circumstances of William H. Knapp, who was convicted of defrauding the government while raising men for service.
Howes writes to Seward in favor of organizing Black Regiments.
Thomas writes of news from the front.
Ball writes to Seward that the president ought to emancipate every slave in the U.S.
McClellan is optimistic about the army's next moves.
Fred Gilbert writes to the Archbishop seeking a favor for his brother-in-law, James S. Reynolds.
Tryon writes to Seward with suggested strategies for the war.
In this letter to Lincoln, Duffee writes to introduce Louisa C. L. De Barres, the daughter of the late Hon. Lewis C. Levin.
Grafton includes a clipping from a newspaper column that he wrote and assures the president that the people of Canada support his cause.
Ludwigsdorff writes to President Lincoln seeking a charge in the U.S. Army and the ability to serve his adopted country.
Jones writes to President Lincoln about how he is regarded in England.
Evans writes of his support for the president's actions.
Webster writes to Frederick William Seward about recruiting efforts that he's witnessed.
Appeal to the president for government employment for laborers and mechanics of Baltimore.
Chick writes of his support for the president.
Booth writes to President Lincoln of peace and discusses a pamphlet.
Morgan writes to Lincoln with a recommendation to promote Colonel James C. Rice, 44th New York Volunteers, to the rank of Brig General.
In this letter, the Governor of New York informs Lincoln on the movement of several troops from New York, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island in support…
Yates writes of the public opinion in England on the war, abolitionism, and the United States.
Bates writes to President Lincoln about requests his office has received from those wishing to take an oath under the proclamation issued by Lincoln…
Everett discusses his health and wonders about the need for an authentic semi-official bulletin telegraphed to New York daily.
Porter writes to Lincoln about conflicting orders and seeks advice on which orders to follow.
David Davis writes to the president with two suggestions for candidates for judgeships.
Haven writes with his thoughts on the war.
Disosway seeks justice for W. W. Disosway of the N. Y. Mounted Rifles, who he claims was unjustly killed by Patrick Boyle.
Roselius recommends Charles A. Peabody for district judge of the state of Louisiana.
Denison seeks repayment for personal expenses incurred while working in England.
Adams writes that his son, Charles, owes his appointment to Seward's kindness.
Peabody writes to the president to recommend Captain John. W. McClure of the Quarter Masters Department for promotion.
Mrs. Ely writes to President Lincoln to seek information on the release of her husband, Alfred Ely, from prison in Richmond.
Leport writes to President Lincoln to seek help for his brother, Andrew R. Leport, who is a prisoner at Richmond.
Burt suggests two amendments which should be added to the constitution.
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,…
Trowbridge writes to Seward about his thoughts regarding the war and motivations of the South.
Owen writes to President Lincoln in reference to stolen papers connected to Lord Lyons.
Hamilton writes to President Lincoln to share his thoughts on the war.
Balch writes of all his perceived accomplishments and directs the attention of the president to his application for appointment as a government agent…
Fletcher requests to be reinstated in his position as Paymaster for the U.S. Army after being dismissed and arrested.
Mott writes to President Lincoln with suggestions of putting bounties out on the leaders of the rebellion.
Boreman writes to President Lincoln and includes a copy of the Declaration of the People of Virginia.
Johnson writes to President Lincoln of recent success in battle and the sentiment in Tennessee.
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…
Schultz write to President Lincoln about the "rebel pirate steamer Sumter."
Repetti writes concerning the organization of the proposed Corps d' Armee.
In this letter, Lincoln discusses James F. B. Marshall, of Massachusetts, as the Honolulu commissioner.
In this brief letter, Lincoln requests the blank nominations of Mr. Judd and Mr. Kreismann.
Lincoln responds to Seward's ask to withdraw as Secretary of State by asking him to reconsider the withdrawal.
In this letter, Lincoln continues his discussion of diplomatic posts and who should serve them.
Lincoln writes to Seward about unfilled diplomatic posts.
Lincoln shares his present views on the war with Seward.
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.
Lincoln discusses when to arrive in Washington D.C., and who the heads of the War and Navy departments should be.
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 reports the news that Elwood Evans, Secretary of Washington Territory, has gone over to the enemy.
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 letter, Abraham Lincoln writes to William Henry Seward that he will nominate him to the Senate for confirmation as Secretary of State…
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 discusses candidates for places in the cabinet.
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 responds to Seward's request to resign as Secretary of State, requesting that he stay on and resume his duties.
Lincoln discloses his suggestion on the topic of gradual emancipation with compensation.
Lincoln advises Raymond to seek a conference for peace with Jefferson Davis.
Lincoln writes to Welles about new instructions given to naval commanders regarding neutral ports and neutral vessels.
Lincoln refers to a letter from Mr. Davis and his own willingness to receive any agent who may be instrumental in securing peace.
President Lincoln writes to Edwin Stanton about the "Rafael Repeater" gun and thinks it worthy of the attention of the Ordnance Bureau.
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…
Clark, an unsuccessful applicant for the consulship to Acapulco, now seeks the position in Tahiti.
Hodges inquires after a visit from either Seward or Secretary Stanton.
Dixon writes of war strategies and international relations.
In this letter, a Belgian citizen soldier writes against conscription, recommending that Lincoln announce the abolishment of slavery.
Nevins petitions President Lincoln to be rewarded for his mechanical bread machine.
Grant updates that the proposed terms have been accepted and will proceed to Fort Monroe.
A draft of letter from William Henry Seward to Abraham Lincoln where Seward tenders his resignation as Secretary of State.