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[RJNorton]

Some assassination books mention the Clara letter, and others don't. Here is an example of what one author says. This is from Roy Chamlee's Lincoln's Assassins: A Complete Account of Their Capture, Trial, and Punishment: (p. 378)

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"During the period of plotting in February 1865, Weichmann was being pursued by a girlfriend from New York named Clara. He exchanged letters with Clara, relating that his real interest was Anna Surratt. Clara responded that she hoped he had gained the heart he "seemed to court." Weichmann also wrote to Clara of his plans for an "appointment abroad." To this Clara expressed interest in knowing if perhaps Lou would be passing through Philadelphia or New York City. This trip, planned for July 1865, was a youthful boast, but the suggestion seemed strangely similar to John Surratt's frequently stated intent to leave the country.

Clara often included questions about Anna along with a clear indication of her own attraction to Weichmann. One letter ended, "reply please, especially about Miss S tt." Clara wanted to know if Louis was sure that Anna returned his interest. She sadly answered her own question, "I know and feel Miss S tt is worthy of you and they were all favorably disposed toward you I believe. Most sincerely, your friend Clara."