The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln as Reflected in His Briefer Letters and Speeches |
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... taken his seat in Congress , Lincoln wrote home to Billy Herndon , his young law partner , con- fessing mild stage fright in addressing the House and dis- cussing his aspirations to a second term . LETTER TO WILLIAM H. HERNDON ...
... taken his seat in Congress , Lincoln wrote home to Billy Herndon , his young law partner , con- fessing mild stage fright in addressing the House and dis- cussing his aspirations to a second term . LETTER TO WILLIAM H. HERNDON ...
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... taken aback , Chase wrote to Lincoln disclaiming any knowledge of the letter and saying , “ If there is any thing in my action or position , which in your judgment will prejudice the public interest under my charge , I beg you to say so ...
... taken aback , Chase wrote to Lincoln disclaiming any knowledge of the letter and saying , “ If there is any thing in my action or position , which in your judgment will prejudice the public interest under my charge , I beg you to say so ...
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... taken or has not taken , and to hold the government responsible for his acts . In no administration can there be perfect equality of action and uniform satisfaction rendered by all . But this government must be preserved in spite of the ...
... taken or has not taken , and to hold the government responsible for his acts . In no administration can there be perfect equality of action and uniform satisfaction rendered by all . But this government must be preserved in spite of the ...
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