The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VI (Chap. 1.140) lyrics
by Abraham Lincoln
Telegram To General S. R. Curtis. August 12, 1862.
Washington, D. C.
MAJOR-GENERAL CURTIS, St. Louis, Missouri:
Would the completion of the railroad some distance farther in the direction of Springfield, Mo., be of any military advantage to you? Please answer.
A. LINCOLN.