Abraham Lincoln — The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VII Chap. 2.96

Telegram To Christiana A. Sack. War Department Washington, D. C., May 21, 1864 CHRISTIANA A. SACK, Baltimore, Md.: I cannot postpone the execution of a convicted spy on a mere telegraphic despatch signed with a name I never heard before. General Wallace may give you a pass to see him if he chooses. A. LINCOLN.