“It is therefore not to be wondered at that Lincoln's single term in the House of Representatives at Washington added practically nothing to his reputation.Quote by John George NicolayTopics: Quotes about John George NicolayShare on:FacebookPinterestWhatsApp
The function of the politician, therefore, is one of continuous watchfulness and activity, and he...#John George Nicolay
The death of Mrs. Lincoln was a serious loss to her husband and children. Abraham's...#John George Nicolay
Very few men are fortunate enough to gain distinction during their first term in Congress.#John George Nicolay
The meetings of the legislature at Springfield then first brought together that splendid group of...#John George Nicolay
It may be assumed as an axiom that Providence has never gifted any political party...#John George Nicolay
It turned out in the long run that Lincoln's credit and the popular confidence that...#John George Nicolay
In the early West, law and politics were parallel roads to usefulness as well as...#John George Nicolay
Lincoln's stature and strength, his intelligence and ambition - in short, all the elements which...#John George Nicolay
