The President is no more than a well-meaning baboon. I went to the White House directly after tea, where I found "The Original Gorilla", about as intelligent as ever. What a specimen to be at the head of our affairs now.

The Union, which can alone insure internal peace, and external security to each State, Must and Shall be Preserved, cost what it may in time, treasure, and blood.

All quiet along the Potomac.

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

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.

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

The moment for action has arrived, and I know that I can trust in you to save our country.