Special Message
01/23/1862
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Fourth. That the naval forces at Charleston and their commander on that station be invited to participate in the ceremon...
Whenever I hear anyone arguing for slavery, I feel a strong impulse to see it tried on him personally.
Second. That the flag, when raised, be saluted by one hundred guns from Fort Sumter and by a national salute from every ...
The expediency of any legislation upon the subject is submitted for your consideration.