Abraham Lincoln — The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VI Chap. 1.147

To G. P. Watson. Executive Mansion, Washington, D. C., August 21, 1862. GILLET F. WATSON, Williamsburg, Va.: Your telegram in regard to the lunatic asylum has been received. It is certainly a case of difficulty, but if you cannot remain, I cannot conceive who under my authority can. Remain as long as you safely can and provide as well as you can for the poor inmates of the institution. A. LINCOLN.