Engagements here, the nature of which is well understood, will prevent my taking part in the Memorial Day ceremonies at Gettysburg this year, attendance upon which, under other circumstances, would have afforded me an especial gratification.
Letter to the Gettysburg Committee on Memorial Day Exercises
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