The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln: As Reflected in His Briefer Letters and SpeechesWorld Publishing Company, 1965 - 265 pages This is H. Jack Lang's original selection of Abraham Lincoln's most interesting speeches and letters, from his first public position as postmaster in Illinois to the highest political office in the land. We read his witty testimonials, sharp commentaries, clever social correspondence, astute handling of angry generals and cabinet officers, and above all, his wisdom in motivating political supporters and defusing challengers -- all of which show a sagacity in politics, an eloquence of simple rhetoric, and an invariable gentlemanliness rarely seen in public life today. Lincoln was the first of the "great communicator" presidents. His words are as much alive today as when he uttered them 150 years ago. - Back cover. |
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... consider to what extent confidence and honors are reposed in and conferred upon lawyers by the people , it appears improbable that their impres- sion of dishonesty is very distinct and vivid . Yet the impression is common , almost ...
... consider to what extent confidence and honors are reposed in and conferred upon lawyers by the people , it appears improbable that their impres- sion of dishonesty is very distinct and vivid . Yet the impression is common , almost ...
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... consider more fully the resolutions of the convention , denominated [ in ] the plat- form , and without any unnecessary or unreason- able delay respond to you , Mr. Chairman , in writ- ing , not doubting that the platform will be found ...
... consider more fully the resolutions of the convention , denominated [ in ] the plat- form , and without any unnecessary or unreason- able delay respond to you , Mr. Chairman , in writ- ing , not doubting that the platform will be found ...
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... I beg you will not consider this a prosecution or persecution of yourself . As you had learned that I was dissatisfied , I have thought it best to kindly tell you why . 66 wwwww without criticism for what was not done . [ 180 ]
... I beg you will not consider this a prosecution or persecution of yourself . As you had learned that I was dissatisfied , I have thought it best to kindly tell you why . 66 wwwww without criticism for what was not done . [ 180 ]
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POSTMASTER LAWYER REPRESENTATIVE OF | 1 |
To Judge Stephen T Logan | 25 |
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