Abraham Lincoln - The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VI (Chap. 2.180) lyrics

Telegram To J. K. Dubois. Washington, D.C., July 11,1863. 9 A.M. HON. J. K. DUBOIS, Springfield, Ill.: It is certain that, after three days' fighting at Gettysburg, Lee withdrew and made for the Potomac, that he found the river so swollen as to prevent his crossing; that he is still this side, near Hagerstown and Williamsport, preparing to defend himself; and that Meade is close upon him, and preparing to attack him, heavy skirmishing having occurred nearly all day yesterday. I am more than satisfied with what has happened north of the Potomac so far, and am anxious and hopeful for what is to come. A. LINCOLN. [Nothing came! Lee was allowed to escape again and the war went on for another two years. D.W.]