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William Schouler, A history of Massachusetts in the Civil War: Volume 1, Chapter 2: (search)
amuel M. Felton Mr. Lincoln's journey to Washington his escape from Assassination the Third Regiment speech of Ex-Governor Clifford the Fourth Regiment address of Governor Andrew departure for Fortress Monroe the Sixth Regiment departure forrly on the morning of the 16th. Its departure was witnessed by thousands of citizens. Addresses were made by ex-Governor John H. Clifford and the Mayor of the city. The following is an extract from Governor Clifford's speech:— You, New-BedfoGovernor Clifford's speech:— You, New-Bedford Guards,—guards of honor and safety to your fellow-citizens! We know, that, when brought to the test, you will be justified and approved. It was a severe trial to be summoned away in time of peace and prosperity; but it may be the discipline of e conclusion of this speech, an impressive prayer was made by Rev. Mr. Girdwood. An escort of citizens, headed by ex-Governor Clifford, conducted the company to the cars, which started for Boston amid the cheers of the assembled thousands. The Th<
William Schouler, A history of Massachusetts in the Civil War: Volume 1, Chapter 6: (search)
of the State House on crutches, on their return from distant hospitals, to show their honorable discharge papers, and tell in modest words of their toils and dangers. The Legislature met at the State House, on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 1862. Hon. John H. Clifford, of New Bedford, formerly Governor of the State, was chosen President of the Senate, and Stephen N. Gifford, clerk. On taking the chair, Mr. Clifford referred to the present state of the country, to the war which existed, and to the dutiMr. Clifford referred to the present state of the country, to the war which existed, and to the duties which were imposed upon the Legislature. They were then in a new and untried exigency of public affairs, and subject to the solemn and momentous responsibilities which attach themselves to every position of public trust. We should fail, I am sure, to reflect the prevailing sentiment of the people of Massachusetts, and show ourselves unworthy the generous confidence of our respective constituents, if we could permit a word of party strife to be uttered within these walls. Whatever may b
William Schouler, A history of Massachusetts in the Civil War: Volume 1, Chapter 11: (search)
that the men should be credited to the State in which they enlisted, unless it should be proved that they properly belonged elsewhere.. Governor Andrew and ex-Governor Clifford were appointed commissioners to take charge of the navy enlistment in Massachusetts; they were to decide all questions relating thereto, and, in case of dithat he had arranged in Washington with Secretary Stanton, that the naval credits due Massachusetts should be made under the supervision of himself and ex-Governor John H. Clifford. On his return home, the Governor addressed the following letter, dated July 11, to ex-Governor Clifford, New Bedford:— Among the purposes of myex-Governor Clifford, New Bedford:— Among the purposes of my visit last week to Washington, happily accomplished, was the adoption of a method ripened into a convenient order for the adjustment of the naval credits due to Massachusetts in compliance with a plan for ascertaining and awarding them, which I suggested to Mr. Stanton in person. The naval rendezvous for Massachusetts are in Bos