Should Mary have received Abraham's salary?

[Donna McCreary]

I do not believe that Mary should have received Lincoln's salary. However, I do think she should have been given a pension in a much more timely fashion. Of course, I am looking at this through the eyes of a modern woman - not a 19th century male member of Congress. Yes, she was given a pension after years of congressional debate. And yes, the pension was increased. However, Mary died before she every received the pension increase.

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I guess y'all don't want to hear about MaryCare then.


Mary's plan to have government subsidize glove purchases so poor women could protect their delicate hands from the harsh duties of domestic life and also have a pair so as to be properly attired for social occasions.
An increase in demand for (cotton) gloves would also help the south rebuild their economy.

Gene, most of Mary's gloves were kid leather. But I do think she would have supported a movement to increase a demand for American cotton. When she first came to Washington, she wanted to start a campaign for women to have their gowns made from cotton.

And I love your theory. It brought a smile.