Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln. Volume 7 [Nov. 5, 1863-Sept. 12, 1864].

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Title: Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln. Volume 7 [Nov. 5, 1863-Sept. 12, 1864].
Author: Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865.
Publication: New Brunswick, N.J.: Rutgers University Press; 1953.
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To L. J. Leberman1Jump to section

Executive Mansion,
My dear Sir: July 15, 1864

The suit of garments sent by you, on behalf of Messrs Rockhill & Wilson, came duly to hand; and for which you and they will please accept my thanks. Yours truly A. LINCOLN.

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[1] Stan. V. Henkels Catalog 1272, January 26, 1921, No. 308. According to the catalog description this is an autograph letter signed. On July 8, 1864, L. J. Leberman wrote Lincoln:

``Among the contributions to the clothing department at the Great Central Fair, for the benefit of the United States Sanitary Commission, there was presented by Messrs. Rockhill & Wilson of this City, an elegant suit of garments made to your measure.

``The fair Treasury having been fully compensated I am desired by the donors to forward the same to you.

``I am happy honored Sir, to be the medium of presentation. . . .''

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