But he was not going into the war; and as he was not going himself, he did not feel like telling others to go.

He would simply leave it to each individual to do as he thought his duty called for.

After a few more remarks, and a story 'with a nib to it,' he bowed himself off the platform.
"About a year after this, Mr.Lincoln was seeking to be nominated as a candidate for Congress.

Finding the writing of letters (at his dictation) to influential men in the different counties and even precincts of the district somewhat burdensome, I suggested printing circulars.

He objected, on the ground that a printed letter would not have the same effect that a written one would; the latter had the appearance of personality, it was more flattering to the receiver, and would more certainly gain his assistance, or at least his good-will.