On the recordFebruary 20, 1861
Before accepting this proposition I have thought it right to take the advice of the Senate.
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In the meantime, who can foretell what would be the sufferings and privations of the people during its existence?
I have long foreseen and often forewarned my countrymen of the now impending danger.
The power to carry on the business of the Government by means of a provisional appointment when a vacancy occurs is expressly given by the act of February 13, 1795.
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.