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Ghilardi sends regrets that he cannot meet with the president before departing for Mexico. He urges government assistance for Mexico.
Haight writes to President Lincoln to "save Gordon for his young wifes sake."
Lincoln updates Seward on news of the war.
Lincoln updates Seward that there is "no news of consequence this morning."
Grant reports news from the Richmond newspaper about a writ of habeas corpus on the petition of Governor Foote.
Seward discusses a circular to the governors which he intends to send about raising regiments.
Pardon for Cortland Van Rensselaer.
Seward makes an observation about a letter received.
Seward asks for the return of an enclosed document.
Seward reports that he will "cheerfully" resume his post as Secretary of State.
In this note, William Henry Seward requests that President Lincoln accept his resignation as Secretary of State.
Seward forwards a note from Moses H. Grinnell to the president.
This note, signed by Thurlow Weed and George D. Morgan, accompanies a letter dated the same day.
This note will be introduced by "Sister Angela a Religeuse," who desires an audience with the president.
Edwards suffers ill health and requests a leave of absence from his consular duties.
Wilkeson makes note of latest dispatch.
Michael Durham and "sevrl other Irishmen" of Middletown (state unknown) offer themselves to the army in this brief note to Lincoln.
McClellan writes to Lincoln about reviewing a letter he has written to General Scott.
In this note, Frederick Seward requests that President Lincoln accept his resignation as Assistant Secretary of State.
Mr. von Reutz writes to Lincoln to seek a consulship.
This brief note from Bates accompanies a draft of a proclamation that Bates wants Lincoln to review.
Lincoln makes notes about possible appointments.
In this letter from the 'Committee of Citizens' in New York, signees offer the support of New York's services during the course of the war. The letter…
Allen writes of past claims, terms of office, and the role of church and state.
Starr wonders if President Lincoln will be attending the funeral of Archbishop Hughes.
President Lincoln is invited to the funeral of Archbishop Hughes.
In this letter to President Lincoln, McFarlane discusses his ideas of keeping France and Spain from claiming Mexico.
In this letter marked "confidential," Seward writes to Banks that if decisive action is required beyond the given funds, the funds will be found.
In this letter marked "confidential," Seward writes to Banks about Dr. Zacharie.
Seward writes to Adams about an official decree regarding the end of slavery.
Seward forwards August Belmont's letters to President Lincoln and discusses the draft.
Seward writes to encourage Lincoln to attend the funeral of John Hitz, consul to Switzerland.
In this brief letter to Abraham Lincoln, Seward indicates that should he be nominated and confirmed, he will accept the appointment of Secretary of…
Seward writes to Lincoln with a request from the "Prince of Joinville."
Bryant writes to Lincoln on behalf of Samuel J. Wood Esqre. of Peekskill, and is seeking reparation for Wood's loss at Graytown.
Jewett seeks an answer on his proposed European visit.
Jewett is about to leave for Europe and writes of European relations.
Jewett reports that the marshals of New York and Buffalo hold orders for his arrest and seeks advice from President Lincoln.
Jewett writes to urge provision for the national debt through Colorado and other gold localities.
Hunt writes to the president of local political activities in his congressional district.
Hurley is an applicant for a consulship and writes to Lincoln about the letters he receives, those which seek relief and liberty.
Hulbert writes to Seward, imploring him to pass her letter on to the president.
Hulbert writes to the president to "unfurl the banner of peace."
Grant gives an introduction to Mrs. Hulbert of Memphis.
Hillhouse writes to Lincoln with a recommendation to promote Colonel James C. Rice, 44th New York Volunteers, to the rank of Brig General.
In this letter addressed to Lincoln and his cabinet, the 'many citizens of Florida' want more troops deployed to defend the Union against the rebels.
Reverend Chambers writes to Lincoln with the preamble and resolutions that were adopted by the General Synod of the Reformed Protestant Dutch Church…
Cameron writes to Lincoln about legal matters.
Pellet writes to the president to express her support and faith in him and God.
Pellet writes of her brother, whom she lost in the war.
Daily writes to the president about the appointment of Dr. Charles S. Henry for the position of Assistant Quartermaster U.S.A.
Chase writes of war updates as reported in the Richmond newspaper.
Translation of second letter written by a "soldat citoyen," recommending his scheme of "forming before Spring a military Division composed of…
Included in this letter is a translated copy of Resolutions passed by the Congregational Welsh Association of Pennsylvania.
Burroughs writes to Seward with his thoughts on the war and President Lincoln's strategies.
Sykes writes on behalf of others in Norfolk to restore "civil government" to their city.
In this letter, Norton expresses his fears about possible outcomes of the war and urges Seward to impress upon Lincoln to immediately, as a military…
Wetmore sends a corrected copy of a resolution and news of pamphlets.
Wellington seeks a position in the navy.
Friese writes to share his thoughts on race relations.
Arce, a resident of Mexico, writes to the President about circumstances surrounding his legal problems.
Holden wants one son sent to West Point and another to the Naval Academy.
Banks writes with updates from Texas and Mexico.
Banks writes seeking the promotion of Captain John W. McClure, Quarter Masters Department, to the rank of Major.
Banks writes to the president about Dr. Zacharie.
Banks writes to President Lincoln seeking the appointment to his staff of Colonel John S. Clark as an additional Aid de Camp.
Taylor offers congratulations and thanks to the president on his success.
Grinnell passes along news from the Times and reports of insults to the president by C.M. Clay.
Fetherston resends a letter that was mistakenly omitted in earlier correspondence.
Fetherston writes to Lincoln again, on behalf of Mr. Patrick McIlroy who is seeking employment in the Navy Yard of Charlestown, Massachusetts.
Ghilardi sends regrets that he cannot meet with the president before departing for Mexico. He urges government assistance for Mexico.
Ghilardi announced his arrival in the United States and seeks an audience with the president.
Hunt warns President Lincoln against possible concerns of conscripting men in Missouri.
Lathrop writes to express her thanks to the president and to bring an enclosed circular to his attention.
Dent writes on behalf of Mr. Walter Mitchell of Port Tobacco, Charles County Maryland, to be allowed to return home.
Knowland writes of God and duty.
Heco's letter of resignation as Interpreter to the United States Consulate at Kanagawa.
This letter is also signed by Elbridge Gerry Spaulding, William W. Mann, Henry W. Rogers, George R. Babcock. They recommend the "Stoddards Miniature…
Forney reports on the majorities in Pennsylvania and predicts they will carry the state.
McClure writes to Seward about his own promotion, hoping that Seward will bring it to the attention of the president.
Sarell, an Englishman, seeks an audience with President Lincoln.
John McLeod sends a document on behalf of the General Synod of the Reformed Presbyterian Church in North America.
Motley writes to Seward in response to his question and with impressions from Europe.
Frémont writes to President Lincoln with news from the U.S. Army's Western Department.
Frémont writes to President Lincoln with news from the U.S. Army's Western Department.
Bigelow encloses a letter from Lieutenant Hills and asks that a furlough may be obtained for him.
McClernand writes to President Lincoln with updates from the army, including attacks on Arkanasas.
Tellkampf writes to Seward on his thoughts on the war and how the South's strategy is similar to Napoleon's.
Cantel writes to apply for the consulships of either Quebec, Erie, or Demerara.
Howard writes of Guglielmo Tocci and his intention to send the president pamphlets.
In this letter, Taylor proposes compensation to slave states for $200 per slave, and includes a list of figures for each state.
Henderson writes to the president to share what is contemplated in Europe about the war.
Caldwell writes to Lincoln that his sixteen year old son has run away and enlisted, and he seeks to have him released.
Harvey writes of meeting American ship captains and their opinions on the war. He also discusses news from Europe.
Cleveland continues with the plight of his soldier son.
Cleveland writes of the predicament of his son, a volunteer in the army, who is a "slave within your lines."
This letter is to recommend Captain John. W. McClure, A. Q. M., for promotion to the rank of Major in the Quarter Masters Department.
This company transports passengers from France and Germany to the United States and seeks Lincoln's assistance in stopping rumors that those newly…
Edwards writes to President Lincoln that he is a "knight of the Golden Circle," an organization that seeks to overthrow the government, and would like…
Zacharie writes of news from New Orleans.
Lagan calls upon their past communication and implores the president for a government position in Baltimore.
Ballard writes on behalf of the candidacy of S. P. Allen Esqr. of the City of Rochester, for the appointment of U. S. Marshall.
Barney writes to President Lincoln to make a case for a potential consulship for Hon. Caleb Lyon of New York.
Leslie is an inventor who informs President Lincoln of his new "instrument of war."
Sanford writes with details of conversations and news from abroad.
Herman writes to the president on the prejudices that Jews have faced in military service.
Raymond discusses a memorandum and the potential damage it may do to Democrats.
Morse provides a lot of figures and ultimately doubts that the North can have a successful outcome.
Barker writes to Seward about mislaid papers and the need of her husband for a position.
Allen writes to President Lincoln about supply routes and encourages him to stop allowing provisions to the confederate army via this route.
Translation of a letter from Garibaldi to President Lincoln.
George Wallace Jones writes to President Lincoln seeking information on why he was arrested.
Howes writes to Seward in favor of organizing Black Regiments.
Thomas writes of news from the front.
Ball writes to Seward that the president ought to emancipate every slave in the U.S.
McClellan is optimistic about the army's next moves.
Fred Gilbert writes to the Archbishop seeking a favor for his brother-in-law, James S. Reynolds.
Tryon writes to Seward with suggested strategies for the war.
In this letter to Lincoln, Duffee writes to introduce Louisa C. L. De Barres, the daughter of the late Hon. Lewis C. Levin.
Grafton includes a clipping from a newspaper column that he wrote and assures the president that the people of Canada support his cause.
Ludwigsdorff writes to President Lincoln seeking a charge in the U.S. Army and the ability to serve his adopted country.
Jones writes to President Lincoln about how he is regarded in England.
Evans writes of his support for the president's actions.
Webster writes to Frederick William Seward about recruiting efforts that he's witnessed.
Appeal to the president for government employment for laborers and mechanics of Baltimore.
Chick writes of his support for the president.
Booth writes to President Lincoln of peace and discusses a pamphlet.
Morgan writes to Lincoln with a recommendation to promote Colonel James C. Rice, 44th New York Volunteers, to the rank of Brig General.
In this letter, the Governor of New York informs Lincoln on the movement of several troops from New York, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island in support…
Yates writes of the public opinion in England on the war, abolitionism, and the United States.