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Ghilardi sends regrets that he cannot meet with the president before departing for Mexico. He urges government assistance for Mexico.
Hoffman requests an interview with President Johnson for the following day.
Haight writes to President Lincoln to "save Gordon for his young wifes sake."
Stephens seeks safe passage in order to arrive in Washington and discuss terms for ending the war.
Lincoln updates Seward on news of the war.
Lincoln updates Seward that there is "no news of consequence this morning."
Lincoln reports that all is quiet.
Lincoln tells Seward that he will soon join him in Fort Monroe.
Lincoln reports that there are no updates.
Grant reports news from the Richmond newspaper about a writ of habeas corpus on the petition of Governor Foote.
Grant informs Seward that he has sent him a letter of which he retains no copy.
Seward discusses a circular to the governors which he intends to send about raising regiments.
Pardon for Cortland Van Rensselaer.
Seward writes to set up a meeting for that afternoon.
Seward makes an observation about a letter received.
Seward asks for the return of an enclosed document.
Seward seeks guidance on a nomination.
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 a note from Moses H. Grinnell to the president.
Seward and Lincoln correspond about the appointment of Dr. Gray of Utica.
This note, signed by Thurlow Weed and George D. Morgan, accompanies a letter dated the same day.
This note will be introduced by "Sister Angela a Religeuse," who desires an audience with the president.
Edwards suffers ill health and requests a leave of absence from his consular duties.
Wilkeson makes note of latest dispatch.
This note includes an inquiry about a passport to Virginia.
A note that says the opposition to the upcoming election will be to abstain from voting.
Michael Durham and "sevrl other Irishmen" of Middletown (state unknown) offer themselves to the army in this brief note to Lincoln.
Nicolay relays a brief message from the president.
A brief note from the president to Seward.
John Hay writes that the president is waiting for his carriage.
Howard seeks a conversation with Seward.
McClellan writes to Lincoln about reviewing a letter he has written to General Scott.
In this note, Frederick Seward requests that President Lincoln accept his resignation as Assistant Secretary of State.
Mr. von Reutz writes to Lincoln to seek a consulship.
Bates writes to President Lincoln, seeking a consulship for Mr. Slade of Cleveland, Ohio.
This brief note from Bates accompanies a draft of a proclamation that Bates wants Lincoln to review.
Lincoln writes to Seward about diplomatic posts.
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's note accompanies letters regarding James Mitchell and a possible post for his brother-in-law, G.F. Savitz.
Seward passes along news on developments in the war.
A note from Lincoln about election returns from Illinois.
Lincoln discusses circumstances around making E. Joy Morris the Minister to Constantinople.
Lincoln sends word that the Maryland Committee men are to arrive.
Lincoln requests that Seward invite all cabinet members to the meeting.
Lincoln writes to Seward that "our Chicago detective has arrived" and has set up a meeting.
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…
In this brief note to Seward, Lincoln demands an audience with him.
Lincoln makes notes about possible appointments.
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 note to Seward, Lincoln directs that a successor to Gen. Twiggs should not be appointed.
Lincoln writes to Seward about Mr. Snow.
President Lincoln asks Seward to give William W. Richmond an interview for the Consul to Paris position.
A brief note from the president to Seward.
Lincoln seeks "copies of the Instructions of the Sec. of the Navy, on the subject we have in hand."
Lincoln inquires about consular appointment for a friend of Mr. Blair of Pennsylvania.
Lincoln writes to Seward about the appointment of the Consul to Paris.
Lincoln discusses the appointment possibilities of Theodore D. Edwards.
Lincoln writes to Seward about the consul post to Cardiff.
Lincoln directs Seward to see Governor Koerner, the new Minister to Spain.
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.
Lincoln asks Seward to assemble the cabinet that day, where General Grant will meet them.
In this note to Seward, Lincoln references a letter and Mrs. Walworth.
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.
Lincoln writes to Seward about Mrs. Handy.
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…
Allen writes of past claims, terms of office, and the role of church and state.
Starr wonders if President Lincoln will be attending the funeral of Archbishop Hughes.
President Lincoln is invited to the funeral of Archbishop Hughes.
In this letter to President Lincoln, McFarlane discusses his ideas of keeping France and Spain from claiming Mexico.
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.
Seward writes to Adams about an official decree regarding the end of slavery.
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.
A letter from William Henry Seward to Abraham Lincoln where Seward tenders his resignation as Secretary of State.
Seward forwards August Belmont's letters to President Lincoln and discusses the draft.
Seward writes to encourage Lincoln to attend the funeral of John Hitz, consul to Switzerland.
Seward encourages Lincoln to omit several paragraphs from a draft of his inaugural address in order to lessen the chance of some states' immediate…
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…
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…
Seward writes to Lincoln with a request from the "Prince of Joinville."
Bryant writes to Lincoln on behalf of Samuel J. Wood Esqre. of Peekskill, and is seeking reparation for Wood's loss at Graytown.
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.
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.
Hulbert writes to Seward, imploring him to pass her letter on to the president.
Hulbert writes to the president to "unfurl the banner of peace."
Grant gives an introduction to Mrs. Hulbert of Memphis.
Hillhouse writes to Lincoln with a recommendation to promote Colonel James C. Rice, 44th New York Volunteers, to the rank of Brig General.
This letter accompanies a proposition to purchase arms.
The Marquis de Lafayette welcomes Seward to France.
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.
Reverend Chambers writes to Lincoln with the preamble and resolutions that were adopted by the General Synod of the Reformed Protestant Dutch Church…
North Carolina resident, Stephen D. Pool, writes to Abraham Lincoln, seeking an audience with him.
Cameron writes to Lincoln about legal matters.
Pellet writes to the president to express her support and faith in him and God.
Pellet writes of her brother, whom she lost in the war.
Daily writes to the president about the appointment of Dr. Charles S. Henry for the position of Assistant Quartermaster U.S.A.
Chase writes of war updates as reported in the Richmond newspaper.
Translation of second letter written by a "soldat citoyen," recommending his scheme of "forming before Spring a military Division composed of…
Included in this letter is a translated copy of Resolutions passed by the Congregational Welsh Association of Pennsylvania.
Burroughs writes to Seward with his thoughts on the war and President Lincoln's strategies.
Sykes writes on behalf of others in Norfolk to restore "civil government" to their city.
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.
Wellington seeks a position in the navy.
Friese writes to share his thoughts on race relations.
Arce, a resident of Mexico, writes to the President about circumstances surrounding his legal problems.
Holden wants one son sent to West Point and another to the Naval Academy.
Banks writes with updates from Texas and Mexico.
Banks writes seeking the promotion of Captain John W. McClure, Quarter Masters Department, to the rank of Major.
Banks writes to the president about Dr. Zacharie.
Banks writes to President Lincoln seeking the appointment to his staff of Colonel John S. Clark as an additional Aid de Camp.
Mrs. Benham writes to Weed, seeking his influence in getting her husband detached from the Sacramento, blockading off Wilmington, and moved closer to…
Taylor offers congratulations and thanks to the president on his success.
Grinnell passes along news from the Times and reports of insults to the president by C.M. Clay.
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.
Fetherston resends a letter that was mistakenly omitted in earlier correspondence.
Fetherston writes to Lincoln again, on behalf of Mr. Patrick McIlroy who is seeking employment in the Navy Yard of Charlestown, Massachusetts.
Madame de Give is trying to reach her husband, Mr. Lamont de Give, Belgian Consul, who left for Atlanta 13 months earlier.