Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln. Volume 5 [Oct. 24, 1861-Dec. 12, 1862].

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Title: Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln. Volume 5 [Oct. 24, 1861-Dec. 12, 1862].
Author: Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865.
Publication: New Brunswick, N.J.: Rutgers University Press; 1953.
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To Edward Bates1Jump to section

June 4, 1862

Let a pardon be issued in this case agreeably to the recommendation of the Secretary of War. A. LINCOLN

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[1] ES, DNA RG 204, U. S. Pardon Attorney, A 412. The endorsement is signed but not written by Lincoln, on a recommendation for remission of punishment of Private Thomas F. Kelley (Kelly) of the Fortieth New York Volunteers, found guilty of insubordination and sentenced to hard labor and dishonorable discharge.

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