Whitelaw Reid: “Why didn't you do it?" The question is important, and the reason ought to be understood.”

These Southern Rebels have their fate in their own keeping, and they are nursing their wrath to keep it warm.

I never saw hands more cheerful or contented than some managed on this last plan were.

The question about the slaves being self-supporting, is a question no longer.

But why should a sensible man deal with such folly?