The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VII (Chap. 2.34) lyrics
by Abraham Lincoln
Female Spy
Telegram To General Butler.
EXECUTIVE MANSION, WASHINGTON, February 26, 1864
MAJOR-GENERAL BUTLER, Fort. Monroe, Va.:
I cannot remember at whose request it was that I gave the pass to Mrs. Bulky. Of course detain her, if the evidence of her being a spy is strong against her.
A. LINCOLN.