Abraham Lincoln said...

The expediency of sanctioning the acceptance of the gift is submitted to your consideration.

He disclaims all right of the Executive to interfere in any way in the matter of canvassing or counting electoral votes.

Say to the gentlemen I will meet them personally at Fortress Monroe as soon as I can get there.

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