The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VI (Chap. 2.105) lyrics
by Abraham Lincoln
Telegram To General Schenck.
Executive Mansion, Washington, May 27, 1863.
MAJOR-GENERAL SCHENCK, Baltimore, Md.:
Let the execution of William B. Compton be respited or suspended till further order from me, holding him in safe custody meanwhile. On receiving this notify me.
A. LINCOLN.