"Lincoln" legal mistake
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01-20-2014, 03:30 PM
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RE: "Lincoln" legal mistake
(01-20-2014 02:43 PM)RJNorton Wrote: David, I have always been a fan of Carpenter's book. I think it offers unique insights into Lincoln's actions and way of thinking. Not everyone agrees, but I think Mary Lincoln was most adamant about it. In a December 16, 1867, letter to Henry C. Deming, Mary wrote, "He (Carpenter) is a second edition of Mr. L.'s crazy drinking law partner, Herndon, endeavoring to write himself into notice, leaving truth, far, far, in the distance." Still I think the book is an invaluable resource and fascinating to read. Roger, I too am a fan of Carpenter's book. Could the rest of Mary's quote explain her dislike of Carpenter. " C. intruded frequently in Mr. L’s office when time was too precious to be idled. Of this fact, I am well aware.”10 I think she was jealous of Carpenter's access and time spent with Lincoln. |
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