The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VI (Chap. 2.177) lyrics
by Abraham Lincoln
News Of Grant's Capture Of Vicksburg
Telegram To E. D. Smith.
WAR DEPARTMENT, WASHINGTON, D.C., July 8, 1863.
E. DELAFIELD SMITH, New York:
Your kind despatch in behalf of self and friends is gratefully received. Capture of Vicksburg confirmed by despatch from General Grant himself.
A. LINCOLN.