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Edward L. Pierce, Memoir and letters of Charles Sumner: volume 2, Chapter 24: Slavery and the law of nations.—1842.—Age, 31. (search)
45, a most interesting note from Lord Palmerston, assigning reasons why the English Government cannot be a party to a convention with regard to the disposal of slaves driven on their islands. The notes of Lord Palmerston seem to me sound and elevating. The mind steps firmly and securely as it passes over them; while, as I read those from our Government, I feel as if the ground was caving under me. I also send you Vol. III. of Madison's Papers. On pp. 1429, 1430, you will see that Mr. Madison thought it wrong to admit in the Constitution the idea that there could be property in men. I hope you have seen some very excellent articles in the New York American on Mr. Webster's despatch. They are written with feeling and knowledge, and contain a great deal of apt criticism and powerful truth. Ever sincerely yours, Charles Sumner. To Jacob Harvey. Boston, March 17, 1842. my dear Sir,—Common Sense has done the work well. I subscribe most heartily to all your views, a