Abraham Lincoln said...

To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow, and his orphan, is our duty.

I am considering, and shall not fail to act when satisfied that action will be proper.

The Department buildings will be illuminated on the night of Washington's birthday, in honor of the recent triumphs of t...

Fourth. That the naval forces at Charleston and their commander on that station be invited to participate in the ceremon...