Abraham Lincoln recommendation of William Johnson, a colored boy, 1861-03-07. Creator: Abraham Lincoln. # 2949846

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Abraham Lincoln recommendation of William Johnson, a colored boy, 1861-03-07. Letter from US president on the employability of an African-American youth. 'Executive Mansion, March 7, 1861. Whom it may concern. William Johnson, a colored boy, and bearer of this, has been with me about twelve months, and has been, so far, as I believe, honest, faithful, sober, industrious, and handy as a servant. A. Lincoln'.

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