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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July 18, 1862

I understand the young man mentioned within was forced [to] decline this appointment by reason of some injury or disease about the foot which has now recovered; and that he had the promise of a re-appointment on recovery, from Gen. Cameron. Under these circumstances, I shall be glad if a vacancy of 2nd. Lieutenancy can be found for him, especially as it is said he has been studying and preparing in reliance upon such promise. A. LINCOLN

July 18. 1862.