The Martyr's Monument: Being the Patriotism and Political Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln, as Exhibited in His Speeches, Messages, Orders, and Proclamations, from the Presidential Canvass of 1860 Until His Assassination, April 14, 1865 ... |
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... regard to this sub- ject . When Mr. Lincoln was nominated to the Senate of the United States , in 1858 , he made a speech , in the opening passage of which were these memorable words : " A house divided against itself cannot stand . I ...
... regard to this sub- ject . When Mr. Lincoln was nominated to the Senate of the United States , in 1858 , he made a speech , in the opening passage of which were these memorable words : " A house divided against itself cannot stand . I ...
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... regard to the views and feelings of all who were represented in the Convention , to the rights of all the States and Territories and people of the nation , to the inviolability of the Constitution , and the perpetual union , harmony ...
... regard to the views and feelings of all who were represented in the Convention , to the rights of all the States and Territories and people of the nation , to the inviolability of the Constitution , and the perpetual union , harmony ...
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... regard to particular measures . Upon more mature reflec- tion , however — and others will agree with me - that , when it is considered that these difficulties are without precedent , and never have been acted upon by any individual ...
... regard to particular measures . Upon more mature reflec- tion , however — and others will agree with me - that , when it is considered that these difficulties are without precedent , and never have been acted upon by any individual ...
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... regard to the difficulties that confront us at this time , and which you have seen fit to speak so becomingly and so justly , I can only say that I agree with the sentiments expressed . In my devotion to the Union I hope I am behind no ...
... regard to the difficulties that confront us at this time , and which you have seen fit to speak so becomingly and so justly , I can only say that I agree with the sentiments expressed . In my devotion to the Union I hope I am behind no ...
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... regard to the great work of which you speak , I will say that I bring to it a heart filled with love for my country , and an honest desire to do what is right . I am sure , however , that I have not the ability to do any thing unaided ...
... regard to the great work of which you speak , I will say that I bring to it a heart filled with love for my country , and an honest desire to do what is right . I am sure , however , that I have not the ability to do any thing unaided ...
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