Things Lincoln never said

[Eva Elisabeth]

Could someone comment on the following quotes, please:

1. "Don't criticize them; they are just what we would be under similar circumstances"
(When/Where) Did Lincoln say this?

2. "The beetles wouldn't have much of a chance here." (to Col. J. G. Wilson about a
female singer's feet; D. H. Donald: "Lincoln", p.570)
It seems somewhat odd to me that Lincoln said so, is there any other source or
evidence?