Papers Of Abraham Lincoln

George W. Rives to Abraham Lincoln, March 18491
Paris Illinois
March 1849–Dr[Dear] Sir
I take pleasure in introducing to you Mr. H. W. Martin Esq^r[Esquire] of EdgarHe is a Gentleman of high standing in my County– and desires to form some acquaintancies during his stay in the city connected with some business he is attending to. I hope you can give him some assistance with regard to his Visit to Washington City 2
Yours.
Verry. Respectfully.George. W. RivesToHon. A. Lincoln

1George W. Rives wrote and signed this letter.

2The exact nature of Henry W. Martin’s business in Washington, DC has not been determined.