Letter
Thivollet, to The President . P. S.—The republicans of Lyons hope soon to send an honorary banner dedicated to the memory of Mr. Lincoln. Note .—The silk weavers of Lyons subsequently presented the United States government with the banner above referred to, woven without seam, and on which an inscription was splendidly embroidered in silver. THIVOLLET, May 30, 1865
Republicans Lyons, France, May 30, 1865. Citizen President: The republicans of Lyons were profoundly moved on hearing the news of the crime committed upon your illustrious predecessor, and a fraternal…