The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VII Chap. 2.145
Presentation Of A Cane
Executive Mansion, Washington, July 25, 1864.

WILLIAM O. SNIDER:

The cane you did me the honor to present through Governor Curtin was duly placed in my hand by him. Please accept my thanks; and, at the same time, pardon me for not having sooner found time to tender them. Your obedient servant,

A. LINCOLN.