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September surprise?

Democratic politician John Dix was a Union general during the Civil War and in 1868 was serving as American Minister to France. In early September he sent a letter to friend in New York City. Mr. Dix wanted to deny … Continue reading

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A. Lincoln – Micromanager

From The New-York Times March 16, 1861 (The New York Times Archive): WASHINGTON, Friday, March 15. THE PRESIDENT’S HEALTH. There is a good deal of anxiety in Republican circles concerning the President’s health, and the effect upon it of his … Continue reading

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