NEW CREEK, WEST
VIRGINIA, April 16, 1865.
DEAR MOTHER:— I am
as much shocked as I ever was by any calamity by the awful tragedy at
Washington. Still I can discover many topics of consolation. It is
fortunate that it did not occur before. We are fortunate in now having such
good men as Grant, Sherman, and Thomas commanding our armies, for
there is the power in this country. Mr. Lincoln's fame is safe. He is
the “Darling of History" evermore. To titles to
regard and remembrance which equal those of any man in
ancient or modern times growing out of the events and achievements of his
life, his tragic death now adds the crown of martyrdom.
Affectionately,
R.
MRS. SOPHIA HAYES.SOURCE: Charles Richard Williams, editor, Diary
and Letters of Rutherford Birchard Hayes, Volume 2, p. 578
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