Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln. Volume 6 [Dec. 13, 1862-Nov. 3, 1863].

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Title: Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln. Volume 6 [Dec. 13, 1862-Nov. 3, 1863].
Author: Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865.
Publication: New Brunswick, N.J.: Rutgers University Press; 1953.
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Hon. Attorney General Executive Mansion,
Dear Sir: Washington, Feb. 16. 1863.

Nathan Darling, Captain of the Capitol Police, was fined forty dollars and charged with costs, for arresting two persons in the Lobby of the Gallery of the H.R. on the occasion of Reading Washington's Farewell Address Feb. 22. 1863. He supposing he was performing his official duty. The fine was imposed in the Criminal Court upon indictment. I have concluded to remit the fine, if considered lawful for me to do so. Please make out the proper paper, if you deem it within my power. Yours truly, A. LINCOLN