Lincoln postpones trip to Fortress Monroe, Va., because Mrs. Lincoln is unwell. Abraham Lincoln to Benjamin F. Butler, 11 April 1864, CW, 7:293-94.

Interviews L. H. Putnam, "a very intelligent colored man," and sends him to Sec. Stanton to discuss Negro forces. Abraham Lincoln to Edwin M. Stanton, 11 April 1864, CW, 7:295.

Endorses military pass issued to John Ehler, aged 10: "They say that by the destruction of a bridge this boy has been unable to pass on this. Might it not be renewed for the little fellow?" Endorsement Concerning John Ehler, 11 April 1864, CW, 7:294.