May 23, 1861
Mr. Lewis, besides the recommendation of Mr. Barney, within, is introduced to me by Mr. Elisha Whittlesey,2Open page who takes great interest in him. Let him be appointed as soon as he consistently can. A. LINCOLN
May 23, 1861
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Mr. Lewis, besides the recommendation of Mr. Barney, within, is introduced to me by Mr. Elisha Whittlesey,2Open page who takes great interest in him. Let him be appointed as soon as he consistently can. A. LINCOLN
May 23, 1861