It had its origin in the profound conviction of the people, irrespective of party, creed or race, not only of this country, but of all civilized countries, that the name and fame of Washington should be perpetuated by the most imposing testimonial of a nation's gratitude to its hero, statesman and father.
Sherman reflects on the collective conviction of the people to honor Washington with a grand monument, transcending political and social divides.
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It was settled by this war that we have a country limited in its powers by the constitution of the United States fairly construed.
The Union already embraces discordant elements enough without adding others.
The events of the future are beyond the vision of mankind, but I hope our people will be content with internal growth, and avoid the complications of foreign acquisitions.
The life of a civilian is in what he says or writes, that of a soldier in what he does.
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