12/14 But some of them leave families behind. It is not right that these families should suffer because the fathers have devoted themselves to the sacred cause of liberty. When our soldiers go forth, enable them to feel that their wives and children shall not lack for the necessaries of life. The least that those who are privileged to stay at home can do is to tax their purses for this end." "Mr.Chairman," said Squire Haynes sarcastically, "I infer that the last speaker is intending to enlist." Mr.Frost's face flushed at this insinuation. I need enter into no defense before an audience to whom I am well known. |