In the mere financial or pecuniary view any member of Congress with the census tables and Treasury reports before him can readily see for himself how very soon the current expenditures of this war would purchase, at fair valuation, all the slaves in any named State.
Message to Congress Recommending Compensated Emancipation
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Fourth. That the naval forces at Charleston and their commander on that station be invited to participate in the ceremonies of the occasion.
The expediency of any legislation on the subject is submitted for your consideration.
Let us strive to deserve, as far as mortals may, the continued favor of Almighty God.
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