Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln. Volume 4 [Mar. 5, 1860-Oct. 24, 1861].

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Title: Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln. Volume 4 [Mar. 5, 1860-Oct. 24, 1861].
Author: Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865.
Publication: New Brunswick, N.J.: Rutgers University Press; 1953.
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[1] ALS, NAuE. See Lincoln's memorandum concerning this appointment, c. April 1, Lincoln to Seward concerning the appointment of William W. Richmond, June 8, supra, and Lincoln's memorandum concerning the same, August 25, infra. Senator James F. Simmons of Rhode Island undoubtedly recommended William B. Richmond for the appointment, and through confusion of the names was listed as a supporter of William W. Richmond. Recommendations by Senator Andrew Johnson of Tennessee for both men are also involved in the confused cases. Lincoln was under the impression that William W. Richmond was claiming Senator Simmons' sponsorship under false pretenses.