Letter to William H. Herndon
03/05/1864
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Let us strive to deserve, as far as mortals may, the continued favor of Almighty God.
Now, in order to determine all controversies in respect thereto and to avoid any delay in filling up the armies, it is o...
Induced by a dispatch from General Grant, I join you at Fort Monroe as soon as I come.
The expediency of any legislation upon the subject is submitted for your consideration.