William H. Herndon to Johnson & Hall.

William H. Herndon to Johnson & Hall.

William H. Herndon corresponds with Messrs. Johnson & Hall sending regards to grandmother Lincoln and asking about Lincoln's copybook and a statement in it. Herndon became the first Lincoln collector, obtaining Lincoln's signature from his stepmother.

Herndon, William H.

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

1865-09-28

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Springfield Ills Sept 28th

Messr Johnson & Hall

My Dear Sirs -

I landed home some few days ago and have been busy ever since, or should have written to you long ago. I now give you my kindest and most sincere thanks for the kindness shown me, as well as the information you gave me. Please say this much for me to Mrs Moore and grand Mother Lincoln. Give them my best love and my prayers. The [word?] regards is too cold and I substitute the [illegible] and send my love to them.

I wish to ask of you one favor and it is this - 1st When did Mr Hall marry Miss Johnson - What year and where?

2nd - Please give me the Exact words used by Mr Lincoln in his Copy book when he says he will be a good boy but God knows when. Please Copy it Exactly in a letter and send to me here

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3dly - What is the name of the little town you pass through in going from your house to Charleston -

If you know anything I did not get in essence to Mr Lincoln's life please send it to me - please write it down in a letter and send to me here -

Your Friend

W H Herndon

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