After reading text of Buchanan's message, Lincoln is considerably mollified. N.Y. Herald, 11 December 1860.

Lincoln turns back "Illinois Staats-Anzeiger" to Theodore Canisius. Across back of May 30, 1859 contract he certifies that Canisius has fulfilled obligations, and therefore, for consideration, he conveys to him type, paper, and good will. Barton, Life of Lincoln, 1:423.