May 12, 1863
The within is presented with a very praiseworthy object, and is submitted to the War Department, asking the best attention that can be consistently given to it. A. LINCOLN
May 12. 1863.
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The within is presented with a very praiseworthy object, and is submitted to the War Department, asking the best attention that can be consistently given to it. A. LINCOLN
May 12. 1863.