I hold, that in contemplation of universal law, and of the Constitution, the Union of these States is perpetual.

The President responded very impressively, saying that he was deeply sensible of his need of Divine assistance. He had sometime thought that perhaps he might be an instrument in God's hands of accomplishing a great work and he certainly was not unwilling to be. Perhaps, however, God's way of accomplishing the end which the memorialists have in view may be different from theirs.

I have always thought that all men should be free; but if any should be slaves, it should be first those who desire for themselves, and secondly those who desire it for others. Whenever I hear anyone arguing for slavery, I feel a strong impulse to see it tried on him personally.

Fondly do we hope, ferverently do we pray, that this mighty scourge of war may speedily pass away.

The matter of fees is important, far beyond the mere question of bread and butter involved. Properly attended to, fuller justice is done to both lawyer and client.

My experience has taught me that a man who has no vices has damned few virtues.

I remember my mother's prayers and they have always followed me. They have clung to me all my life.