Keep steady in the view of the great principles for which you contend. The safety of your homes and the lives of all you hold dear depend upon your courage and exertions. Let each man resolve to be victorious, and that the right of self government, liberty and peace shall find him a defender.

We have fought this fight as long, and as well as we know how. We have been defeated. For us as a Christian people, there is now but one course to pursue. We must accept the situation.

I did only what my duty demanded. I could have taken no other course without dishonor.

I tremble for my country when I hear of confidence expressed in me. I know too well my weakness, that our only hope is in God.

A man may manifest and communicate his joy, but he should conceal and smother his grief as much as possible.

Remember, we are all one country now. Dismiss from your mind all sectional feeling, and bring them up to be Americans.

Traveler is my only companion; I may also say my pleasure. He and I, whenever practicable, wander out in the mountains and enjoy sweet confidence.