The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VI (Chap. 2.254) lyrics
by Abraham Lincoln
Request To Suggest Name For A Baby
Telegram To C. M. Smith.
WASHINGTON, D. C., September 18, 1863.
C.M. SMITH, Esq., Springfield, Ill.:
Why not name him for the general you fancy most? This is my suggestion.
A. LINCOLN