On the recordJune 30, 1862
I trust that they may be enrolled without delay, so as to bring this unnecessary and injurious civil war to a speedy and satisfactory conclusion.
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Jan 30, 1865
I transmit herewith a communication from the Secretary of War, covering papers bearing on the arrest and imprisonment of Colonel Richard T. Jacobs, lieutenant-governor of the State of Kentucky, and Colonel Frank Wolford, one of the Presidential electors of that State, requested by resolution of the Senate dated December 20, 1864.
Feb 12, 1865
the object of the war being to restore and maintain the blessings of peace and good government, I desire you to help, and not hinder, every advance in that direction.
Jan 4, 1865
The attention of the proper committee of the House has, I am informed, been already directed to the preparation of a bill for this purpose.
Feb 12, 1865
The expediency of any legislation on the subject is submitted for your consideration.
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