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Abraham Lincoln Autograph Endorsement Signed. One page of a bifolium, 8 x 10 inches; dated August 10, 1864. President Lincoln adds his endorsement to the verso of a request from Congressman Charles O'Neill of Pennsylvania, asking for a furlough for Lieutenant Robert Pennock King, Jr. of the 15th U. S. Infantry.Lincoln's endorsement reads, in full: "Sec. of War, please give Lieut King the leave of absence for thirty days as requested." Signed, "A. Lincoln." Additionally endorsed by Brigadier General James Allen Hardie, "Jas A Hardie."
On the recto, O'Neill's request reads, in full:
"Dear Sir, My friend Mr. Robert P. King, a very prominent citizen of Philadelphia, desires a leave of absence for his son Lieut R. P. King of the 15th U. S. Infantry, who has just left the Hospital at Lookout Mountain, after a very severe spell of sickness and is now on light duty near that locality. Mr. King is of opinion that 30 days at home would entirely restore the health of his son. I am sure there is no gentleman in this city who has been more active in securing men for the army and I hope this favor may be granted." Signed, "Charles O'Neill."
Robert Pennock King Sr. was a leading Philadelphia printer and businessman, co-founder of King & Baird, which became one of the city's largest printing firms. He was also deeply involved in wartime recruiting, serving as president of the Bounty Fund Commission and helping secure tens of thousands of men for Union service. His son, Robert Jr., received the furlough requested here and retired from active service on January 30, 1865.
Includes a letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA.
Condition: Lightly toned. Smoothed folds, with a few separations thereat, touching text but not Lincoln's endorsement. Small strip of tape from previous mounting adhered to top edge on verso. A few light, scattered stains. Small pencil annotation on verso.
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2026 February 26 Historical Manuscripts & Texana Signature® Auction #6328 (go to Auction Home page)
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