To Jesse K. Dubois1Jump to section
Springfield, Ills. Sep. 15. 3. PM 1862.
I now consider it safe to say that Gen. McClellan has gained a great victory over the great rebel army in Maryland between
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I now consider it safe to say that Gen. McClellan has gained a great victory over the great rebel army in Maryland between
Fredericktown and Hagerstown. He is now pursuing the flying foe. A. LINCOLN
[1] ALS, RPB. Governor Richard Yates replied at midnight: ``Your despatch to Col Dubois has filled our people with the wildest joy. Salutes are being fired & our citizens are relieved from a fearful state of suspense. We thank you for the welcome news.'' (DLC-RTL).