Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 [Lincoln endorsement on letter concerning the remains of Captain W. G. Hewins]

GLC01195

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GLC#
GLC01195
Type
Documents
Date
18 May 1863
Author/Creator
Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865
Title
[Lincoln endorsement on letter concerning the remains of Captain W. G. Hewins]
Place Written
Washington, District of Columbia
Pagination
2 p. : Height: 26 cm, Width: 20 cm
Primary time period
Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861-1877
Sub-Era
The American Civil War

Lincoln note written on a letter by the Governor of Massachusetts, John A. Andrew, dated 13 May 1863 from Boston. The letter is addressed to "All Officers in Command, of the United States, or of Volunteers," asking that Mr. Gibbs, who is bringing home the remains of Captain W. G. Hewins, receive all proper courtesies while on his journey. Lincoln's signed note on the second page reads, "Secretary of War please see Mr. Gibbs, with this letter from Gov. Andrew." Also with an autograph note signed by Major General Joseph Hooker and dated 21 May 1863, to Colonel Ingalls requesting that he ask Captain Pearce if Captain Hewins remains have been received.

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