The Writings of Carl Schurz/To Mrs. Schurz, November 14th, 1860

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3440505Speeches, correspondence and political papers of Carl Schurz — To Mrs. Schurz, November 14thFrederic BancroftCarl Schurz and others

TO MRS. SCHURZ

Milwaukee, Nov. 14, 1860.^[1]

You have no idea how I am swamped with letters from office-seekers asking me to appeal to Lincoln in their behalf. I intend to have printed a circular answer to send to the unfortunates. The secession movements in the South are still continuing and it is not improbable that we shall have stormy times. The probability is, however, that the inevitable reaction, which even the South will feel before the inauguration of Lincoln, will check the disturbance. These are very momentous times. Every day may bring new decisions—but I long for rest. Rest and family! is inscribed on my banner.

I must make a speech to-morrow, but have not yet completed it. I still lack the stirring peroration, and though I am perfectly well, my mind is tired.

↑ Translated from the German.

[1] Translated from the German.

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