On the recordMarch 5, 1862
The United States ought to cooperate with any State which may adopt gradual abolishment of slavery, giving to such State pecuniary aid.
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presidency.ucsb.eduThe United States ought to cooperate with any State which may adopt gradual abolishment of slavery, giving to such State pecuniary aid.
Message to Congress Recommending Compensated Emancipation
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