Wednesday, December 19, 1860.Springfield, IL.
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Mississippian, "a live disunionist, wearing the emblem of secession,"
calls on Lincoln. When conversation turns to secession, Southerner
makes sullen remarks. Lincoln defines stand of his party and presents
copy of Lincoln-Douglas debates, autographed. Visitor is visibly
chastened.
N.Y. Herald, 24 December 1860. |