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[1] AES, DNA FS RG 59, Appointments, Box 299. Lincoln's endorsement is written on an envelope addressed by Lincoln to ``Hon Sec. of State.'' Wisconsin Representative Andrew S. Sloan's candidate for a consulship is not listed as appointed to office.