The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VI (Chap. 2.159) lyrics
by Abraham Lincoln
Telegram To General Hooker.
War Department, Washington, D. C., June 27, 1863. 8a.M.
MAJOR-GENERAL HOOKER:
It did not come from the newspapers, nor did I believe it, but I wished to be entirely sure it was a falsehood.
A. LINCOLN.