Washington, May 9, 1865.
Dearest: — I am here looking on at the closing scenes. I wish you were here with me. I shall know in a few days how long I shall stay. If I am to remain long you must come here.
I now think it probable I shall stay in service just a month longer. If so, I will send for you. Otherwise, you will see me at home within a fortnight.
I could talk to you a great deal about things, but I don’t care to write them.
I am a very little bored by having my name mentioned for governor. The answer is simply, I have accepted another place, and that is reason enough for not looking further.
I send you Bishop Simpson’s excellent address on Lincoln. — The foolish talk about your husband was not paid for I assure you.
Affectionately ever,
R.
Mrs. Hayes.
