[163] the intent looks of the Senate, and particularly of Mr. King [president pro tem of the senate]. It was already dinner-time, but all were silent and attentive; and Hale [John P. Hale, of N. H.] tells me that Mr. Underwood of Kentucky, by his side, was in tears. From many leading Southern men I have received the strongest expressions of interest awakened in our cause, and a confession that they did not know before the strength of the argument on our side. Polk of Tennessee said to me, “If you should make that speech in Tennessee you would compel me to emancipate my niggers.” But enough of this. I have been tempted to it by the generosity of your letter. Thankfully and truly yours,
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