Lincoln in the Telegraph Office on April 14, 1865

[RJNorton]

(09-14-2016 04:12 AM)Anita Wrote:  As Bill stated, the Bates account should be moved to the myth column until more is revealed.

I agree, Anita. For me, the claim that Lincoln said he was going to invite Rathbone (during the morning of the 14th) continues to be the most important deciding factor. I just don't think Lincoln had anything to do with inviting Clara Harris and Henry Rathbone.