No one of Lincoln's old acquaintances in this city ever heard of his conversion to Christianity by Dr. Smith or anyone else. It was never suggested nor thought of here until after his death.... I never saw him read a… — William Herndon Copy Share Image
Lincoln, speaking of his mother:] "God bless my mother; all that I am or ever hope to be I owe to her. — William Herndon Copy Share Image
No one of Lincoln's old acquaintances in this city ever heard of his conversion to Christianity by Dr. Smith or anyone else. It was… — William Herndon Copy Share Image
Lincoln, answering friends who advised him to seek protection against assassination: "If they kill me the next man will be just as bad for… — William Herndon Copy Share Image