On the recordJanuary 7, 1861
I therefore appeal through you to the people of the country to declare in their might that the Union must and shall be preserved by all constitutional means.
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Feb 22, 1861
I have to state that all the information within my possession or power on these subjects was communicated to the House by the Secretary of the Treasury on the 21st instant, and was prepared under the resolution above referred to and a resolution of the same date addressed to himself.
Jan 29, 1861
The amendment does not seem necessary to secure any right either of the United States or of any American citizen claiming under them.
Feb 11, 1861
Governments may be, and doubtless often have been, wrong in going to war to enforce claims.
Jan 27, 1861
However strong may be my desire to enter into such an agreement, I am convinced that I do not possess the power.
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