It is not given to our weak intellects to understand the steps of Providence as they occur: we comprehend them only as we look back upon them in the far-distant past.

I will not move my army until I am absolutely ready.

By some strange operation of magic I seem to have become the power of the land.

I find myself in a new and strange position here: President, cabinet, Gen. Scott, and all deferring to me. By some strange operation of magic I seem to have become the power of the land.

Here is a paper with which, if I cannot whip Bobbie Lee, I will be willing to go home!

It is not given to our weak intellects to understand the steps of Providence as they occur: we comprehend them only as we look back upon them in the far-distant past.

As far as military necessity will permit, religiously respect the constitutional rights of all.