Lincoln Inaugural Address Highlighted in Paper
The inaugural address is discussed as a central topic of debate and reflection. The piece notes its calm tone and potential to ease rebellion while acknowledging it cannot settle all issues, reflecting mixed public reception and expectations about Lincoln’s policies and promises amid unrest.
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Cabinet of President Lincoln Named by Senate
The Cabinet confirmed includes Seward of New York as Secretary of State, Chase of Ohio as Secretary of Treasury, Cameron of Pennsylvania as Secretary of War, Welles of Connecticut as Secretary of the Navy, Blair of Maryland as Postmaster General, Caleb B. Smith of Indiana as Interior, and Ellsworth Bales of Missouri as Attorney General. Northern legislatures move to relieve hunger and cold with funds. New York City adds 15000, Wisconsin 5000, Illinois 5000, Pennsylvania 30000, and New York state 30000. War talk grows among Democrats. Stillwater guards resign as does Lt. Chapin of Milewaker Light Guards.
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Inaugural Address of the United States 1861
The speaker reassures Southern fears under a new Republican administration, affirms no intent to interfere with slavery where it exists, and urges oath fidelity to the Constitution. He outlines the Union’s permanence, vows to enforce laws while avoiding unnecessary force, and warns against secession, urging unity and constitutional obedience.
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Lincoln Defends Union and Constitutional Rights
In a March 4 speech, Lincoln argues majority rule, constitutional limits, and Union preservation amid secession pressures. He warns disunion breeds anarchy, urges patience, and calls citizens to uphold the Constitution while seeking peaceful amendment. The piece frames the national crisis, secession risks, and the duty to preserve the Union through lawful means.
Political and military dispatches from March eve to March 6
Reports from Wasmusatex and New Orleans describe Major Anderson’s condition and push for promotion, Lincoln’s travels to Wheatland, Seward’s confirmation, and cabinet mentions. Texas actions seize the revenue cutter Dodze, Fort Brown defense prep, and Twiggs arrival. The St. Louis Convention debates federal relation issues and secession, with financial questions raised over the War Department’s handling of $60 million and a missing sum amid accusations and defenses.
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