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Abraham Lincoln ANS as President

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Abraham Lincoln ANS as President
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Abraham Lincoln autograph note signed as President dated 1 September 1863, regarding a disabled Civil War veteran. Note reads in full, ''I do not know the bearer, but he says he has served in the war, is disabled, and now wants employment - I shall be glad if he can get it. A. Lincoln / Sept. 1, 1863.'' The clearly-signed note dates exactly eight months after Lincoln ended slavery with his issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation and about two months before he delivered the Gettysburg Address. Inked on cardstock, note measures 3.25'' x 2''. Paper remnants from framing to verso. Toning, a few small stains, and a tiny circular hole punched near center of top edge. Overall very good condition. A 5'' x 7'' engraving from a Brady photograph is included for framing.