The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VI (Chap. 1.199) lyrics
by Abraham Lincoln
Telegram To General Curtis.
Washington, D. C., October 12, 1862.
MAJOR-GENERAL CURTIS, Saint Louis, Missouri:
Would the completion of the railroad some distance further in the direction of Springfield, Mo., be of any military advantage to you? Please answer.
A. LINCOLN.