Abraham Lincoln — The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VII Chap. 2.35

To W. Jayne. Executive Mansion, Washington, February 26, 1864. HON. W. JAYNE. DEAR SIR—I dislike to make changes in office so long as they can be avoided. It multiplies my embarrassments immensely. I dislike two appointments when one will do. Send me the name of some man not the present marshal, and I will nominate him to be Provost-Marshal for Dakota. Yours truly, A. LINCOLN.