Abraham Lincoln actually said...

"I therefore recommend that seasonable provision be made to enable the Executive to carry this stipulation into effect."

"Ordered, That D.C. McCallum be, and he is hereby, appointed military director and superintendent of railroads in the United States"

"And to do and perform all acts and things that may be necessary or proper to be done for the safe and speedy transport aforesaid"

"With authority to enter upon, take possession of, hold, and use all railroads, engines, cars, locomotives, equipments, appendages, and appurtenances that may be required for the transport of troops, a..."