The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VI (Chap. 1.196) lyrics
by Abraham Lincoln
Telegram To General U. S. Grant.
Washington, D.C., October 8, 1862
MAJOR-GENERAL GRANT:
I congratulate you and all concerned in your recent battles and victories. How does it all sum up? I especially regret the death of General Hackleman, and am very anxious to know the condition of General Oglesby, who is an intimate personal friend.
A. LINCOLN.