"Col. John B. Bachelder."


War Department, July 30, 1868.

"* * * It is one of the most truthful likenesses of the late President that I have seen. * * *

"Yours very truly,
"J. M. SCHOFIELD,
"Secretary of War.

"Col. John B. Bachelder."


"Navy Department, July 30, 1868.

"* * * I think it a correct and satisfactory likeness in all respects.

"GIDEON WELLES,
"Secretary of Navy.