The Secretary of War shall assign to the said commissioners such aid and assistance as may be required for the performance of their duties, and make such just and reasonable allowances and compensation for the said commissioners and for the persons employed by them as he may deem proper.
Executive Order—Appointing Commissioners to Investigate the Military Division West of the Mississippi
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Let us strive to deserve, as far as mortals may, the continued favor of Almighty God.
Now, therefore, be it known that I, Abraham Lincoln, President of the United States, do issue this my proclamation, as required by said act, ordering and requiting all deserters to return to their proper posts;
Let nothing which is transpiring change, hinder, or delay your military movements or plans.
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