and prejudice of one man engendered by the war of 1861-'65, and which stands to-day as a reproach to the whole American people. We do not wish to stir up strife, but prefer that it be done quietly during this the centennial of the birth of Jefferson Davis.
Again we beg of you to keep the matter in mind.
Yours very respectfully,
President.
WAR DEPARTMENT.
Madam:
I beg to acknowledge receipt by reference from the White House of your letter of 21st instant, addressed to the President, with additional enclosures, urging restoration of the name of Jefferson Davis on the tablet or stone on "Cabin John Bridge."
Yours very respectfully,
Acting Secretary of War.
Mrs. W. J. Behan, President Confederated Southern Memorial Association, 1207 Jackson Avenue, New Orleans, La.
Mrs. W. J. Behan, New Orleans, La.:
My Dear Mrs. Behan,—I am confident that you will secure the replacing of the name of Jefferson Davis to "Cabin John Bridge," for you are moving wisely and gaining friends.
It seems to me that the present Secretary of War will be induced to quietly direct the restoration; and that if Mr. Carlin, acting on your behalf, will take up the matter with the assistance of a few others about the middle of January, he will succeed. I will write to some members of Congress from Georgia, and also to the Secretary of War, but would like to know about the time Mr. Carlin will renew his endeavors.
