October 12, 1861
I did not know that Foster had a consulship; and if he had, I am astonished that he declines it. Let the Sec of State take the whole case & do as he pleases with it. A. Lincoln
Oct. 12. 1861
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I did not know that Foster had a consulship; and if he had, I am astonished that he declines it. Let the Sec of State take the whole case & do as he pleases with it. A. Lincoln
Oct. 12. 1861