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In this letter to Lincoln, Duffee writes to introduce Louisa C. L. De Barres, the daughter of the late Hon. Lewis C. Levin.
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."
Knowland writes of God and duty.
Taylor offers congratulations and thanks to the president on his success.
Wellington seeks a position in the navy.
Sykes writes on behalf of others in Norfolk to restore "civil government" to their city.
Lagan calls upon their past communication and implores the president for a government position in Baltimore.
Thomas writes of news from the front.
Pellet writes to the president to express her support and faith in him and God.
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.
Grant gives an introduction to Mrs. Hulbert of Memphis.
Forney reports on the majorities in Pennsylvania and predicts they will carry the state.
Hunt writes to the president of local political activities in his congressional district.
Pellet writes of her brother, whom she lost in the war.
This company transports passengers from France and Germany to the United States and seeks Lincoln's assistance in stopping rumors that those newly…
Sarell, an Englishman, seeks an audience with President Lincoln.
Banks writes with updates from Texas and Mexico.
Caldwell writes to Lincoln that his sixteen year old son has run away and enlisted, and he seeks to have him released.
Fletcher requests to be reinstated in his position as Paymaster for the U.S. Army after being dismissed and arrested.
Howard writes of Guglielmo Tocci and his intention to send the president pamphlets.
Arce, a resident of Mexico, writes to the President about circumstances surrounding his legal problems.
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.
Bates writes to President Lincoln about requests his office has received from those wishing to take an oath under the proclamation issued by Lincoln…
Burt suggests two amendments which should be added to the constitution.
Disosway seeks justice for W. W. Disosway of the N. Y. Mounted Rifles, who he claims was unjustly killed by Patrick Boyle.
Denison seeks repayment for personal expenses incurred while working in England.
Jewett writes to urge provision for the national debt through Colorado and other gold localities.
Seward writes to encourage Lincoln to attend the funeral of John Hitz, consul to Switzerland.
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."
Jewett reports that the marshals of New York and Buffalo hold orders for his arrest and seeks advice from President Lincoln.
Starr wonders if President Lincoln will be attending the funeral of Archbishop Hughes.
Hunt warns President Lincoln against possible concerns of conscripting men in Missouri.
Lincoln writes to Welles about new instructions given to naval commanders regarding neutral ports and neutral vessels.
Balch writes of all his perceived accomplishments and directs the attention of the president to his application for appointment as a government agent…
Evans writes of his support for the president's actions.
Reverend Chambers writes to Lincoln with the preamble and resolutions that were adopted by the General Synod of the Reformed Protestant Dutch Church…
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.
Peabody writes to the president to recommend Captain John. W. McClure of the Quarter Masters Department for promotion.
Banks writes seeking the promotion of Captain John W. McClure, Quarter Masters Department, to the rank of Major.
Chase writes of war updates as reported in the Richmond newspaper.
Yates writes of the public opinion in England on the war, abolitionism, and the United States.
Zacharie writes of news from New Orleans.
Seward makes an observation about a letter received.
Wilkeson makes note of latest dispatch.
Pardon for Cortland Van Rensselaer.
Seward writes to Lincoln with a request from the "Prince of Joinville."
Booth writes to President Lincoln of peace and discusses a pamphlet.
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.
Daily writes to the president about the appointment of Dr. Charles S. Henry for the position of Assistant Quartermaster U.S.A.
Fetherston resends a letter that was mistakenly omitted in earlier correspondence.
Banks writes to the president about Dr. Zacharie.
Barney writes to President Lincoln to make a case for a potential consulship for Hon. Caleb Lyon of New York.
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…
This note will be introduced by "Sister Angela a Religeuse," who desires an audience with the president.
Jones writes to President Lincoln about how he is regarded in England.
Heco's letter of resignation as Interpreter to the United States Consulate at Kanagawa.
Roselius recommends Charles A. Peabody for district judge of the state of Louisiana.
Barker writes to Seward about mislaid papers and the need of her husband for a position.
Fetherston writes to Lincoln again, on behalf of Mr. Patrick McIlroy who is seeking employment in the Navy Yard of Charlestown, Massachusetts.
Johnson writes to President Lincoln of recent success in battle and the sentiment in Tennessee.
Allen writes of past claims, terms of office, and the role of church and state.
Edwards suffers ill health and requests a leave of absence from his consular duties.
Banks writes to President Lincoln seeking the appointment to his staff of Colonel John S. Clark as an additional Aid de Camp.
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.
In this note, Frederick Seward requests that President Lincoln accept his resignation as Assistant Secretary of State.
Friese writes to share his thoughts on race relations.
Cameron writes to Lincoln about legal matters.
Morgan writes to Lincoln with a recommendation to promote Colonel James C. Rice, 44th New York Volunteers, to the rank of Brig General.
Hillhouse writes to Lincoln with a recommendation to promote Colonel James C. Rice, 44th New York Volunteers, to the rank of Brig General.
Lathrop writes to express her thanks to the president and to bring an enclosed circular to his attention.
Ballard writes on behalf of the candidacy of S. P. Allen Esqr. of the City of Rochester, for the appointment of U. S. Marshall.
Leslie is an inventor who informs President Lincoln of his new "instrument of war."
Jewett is about to leave for Europe and writes of European relations.
Haven writes with his thoughts on the war.
McClellan is optimistic about the army's next moves.
Holden wants one son sent to West Point and another to the Naval Academy.
Henderson writes to the president to share what is contemplated in Europe about the war.
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.
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.
Jewett seeks an answer on his proposed European visit.
Schultz write to President Lincoln about the "rebel pirate steamer Sumter."
Ghilardi announced his arrival in the United States and seeks an audience with the president.
Haight writes to President Lincoln to "save Gordon for his young wifes sake."
Translation of a letter from Garibaldi to President Lincoln.
George Wallace Jones writes to President Lincoln seeking information on why he was arrested.
Owen writes to President Lincoln in reference to stolen papers connected to Lord Lyons.
Dent writes on behalf of Mr. Walter Mitchell of Port Tobacco, Charles County Maryland, to be allowed to return home.
Translation of second letter written by a "soldat citoyen," recommending his scheme of "forming before Spring a military Division composed of…
This letter is also signed by Elbridge Gerry Spaulding, William W. Mann, Henry W. Rogers, George R. Babcock. They recommend the "Stoddards Miniature…
Leport writes to President Lincoln to seek help for his brother, Andrew R. Leport, who is a prisoner at Richmond.
Mrs. Ely writes to President Lincoln to seek information on the release of her husband, Alfred Ely, from prison in Richmond.
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.
Fred Gilbert writes to the Archbishop seeking a favor for his brother-in-law, James S. Reynolds.
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…
Mr. von Reutz writes to Lincoln to seek a consulship.
McClellan writes to Lincoln about reviewing a letter he has written to General Scott.
Hamilton writes to President Lincoln to share his thoughts on the war.
This brief note from Bates accompanies a draft of a proclamation that Bates wants Lincoln to review.
Hurley is an applicant for a consulship and writes to Lincoln about the letters he receives, those which seek relief and liberty.
Boreman writes to President Lincoln and includes a copy of the Declaration of the People of Virginia.
Mott writes to President Lincoln with suggestions of putting bounties out on the leaders of the rebellion.
Allen writes to President Lincoln about supply routes and encourages him to stop allowing provisions to the confederate army via this route.
Bryant writes to Lincoln on behalf of Samuel J. Wood Esqre. of Peekskill, and is seeking reparation for Wood's loss at Graytown.
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…
This note, signed by Thurlow Weed and George D. Morgan, accompanies a letter dated the same day.
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…
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…
Michael Durham and "sevrl other Irishmen" of Middletown (state unknown) offer themselves to the army in this brief note to Lincoln.
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.
Porter writes to Lincoln about conflicting orders and seeks advice on which orders to follow.
Lincoln makes notes about possible appointments.
North Carolina resident, Stephen D. Pool, writes to Abraham Lincoln, seeking an audience with him.
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.
Morgan writes to Lincoln, seeking a clerkship in Washington.
In this brief letter to Abraham Lincoln, Seward indicates that should he be nominated and confirmed, he will accept the appointment of Secretary of…