Abraham Lincoln — The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VII Chap. 2.76

Telegram To General Thomas. Executive Mansion, Washington, D. C., April 26, 1864. MAJOR-GENERAL THOMAS, Chattanooga, Term.: Suspend execution of death sentence of young Perry, of Wisconsin, condemned for sleeping on his post, till further orders, and forward record for examination. A. LINCOLN.