The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VI (Chap. 1.260) lyrics
by Abraham Lincoln
Telegram To Governor Gamble.
War Department, December 27, 1862.
HIS EXCELLENCY GOVERNOR GAMBLE:
I do not wish to leave the country north of the Missouri to the care of the enrolled militia except upon the concurrent judgment of yourself and General Curtis. His I have not yet obtained. Confer with him, and I shall be glad to act when you and he agree.
A. LINCOLN