The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln, as Reflected in His Briefer Letters and Speeches |
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Page 111
... less than two years ago ; yet through the latter half of the intervening period it was as intimate as the disparity of our ages and my en- grossing engagements would permit . To me he appeared to have no indulgences or pastimes ; and I ...
... less than two years ago ; yet through the latter half of the intervening period it was as intimate as the disparity of our ages and my en- grossing engagements would permit . To me he appeared to have no indulgences or pastimes ; and I ...
Page 157
... the free- dom of said persons . And I hereby enjoin upon the people so de- clared to be free to abstain from all violence , un- less in necessary self - defense ; and I recommend to them that , in all cases where allowed , they [ 157 ]
... the free- dom of said persons . And I hereby enjoin upon the people so de- clared to be free to abstain from all violence , un- less in necessary self - defense ; and I recommend to them that , in all cases where allowed , they [ 157 ]
Page 259
... less fundamental and astounding . Both read the same Bible , and pray to the same God ; and each invokes his aid against the other . It may seem strange that any men should dare to ask a just God's assistance in wringing their bread ...
... less fundamental and astounding . Both read the same Bible , and pray to the same God ; and each invokes his aid against the other . It may seem strange that any men should dare to ask a just God's assistance in wringing their bread ...
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