Title
Mary Lincoln to Benjamin B. French
Description
Mary Lincoln writes to B.B. French protesting the dismissal of Gibbs and praising the man's conduct and usefulness. Mary confesses that she "... cannot spare him from the conservatory." She states that her "...interest in retaining him is very strong, partly because of his kindness to my children"
Creator
Lincoln, Mary Todd
Publisher
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Date
1862-04-01
Format
pdf
Language
en
Identifier
300076
T1862.04.01
Has Version
Library of Congress, Papers of B.B. French
Transcription
118
Executive Mansion
April 1st
Major B.B. French
Dear Sir
I am exceedingly troubled, because of the dismissal of Gibbs: he has been so unoffending, industrious, and in every respect most acceptable to us. Indeed I cannot spare him from the conservatory. Be pleased to listen to my appeal in his behalf. My interest in retaining him is very strong partly because of his kindness to my children, and his popularity among the servants. The person whom you have appointed, is unfit for the duty.
With regard
Mrs. Lincoln
Status
Complete
Percent Completed
100
Weight
20
Original Format
paper and ink
1 p
21 x 13 cm