25/42 I would let them go their way in peace, for the sin of man-owning is ours--was ours--and we are to suffer for it soon or late--a nation's debts have to be paid, and some are paid in blood." The young fellow listened but had no comment ready, and indeed knew too little of the terrible questions for which time alone would have an answer to feel the full force of these awful texts. He did say, "I will read Mr.Lincoln's speeches. Uncle talks to me about Kansas and slavery and compromises, but it is sometimes too much for me." "Yes, he will not talk of these things to your aunt, and is not willing to talk to me. He thinks both of us are extremists. |