Abraham Lincoln — The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VI Chap. 2.112

Telegram To Governor Johnson. Washington, May 29, 1863. GOVERNOR ANDREW JOHNSON, Louisville, Ky.: General Burnside has been frequently informed lately that the division under General Getty cannot be spared. I am sorry to have to tell you this, but it is true, and cannot be helped. A. LINCOLN.