HomeMy WebLinkAbout2376 Resolution concerning the outbreak of the Civil War, no date but presumed 1861Whereas an Insurection exists in several
states of this Union, and the Insurgents have
trampled upon the laws, siezed the property
and insulted the Flag of the country by com-
mencing war upon the brave troops and loyal
citizens who rested under its folds,- and
are now threatening the Capital of the Country;
and whereas the President of the United
States in obedience to his oath of office and
the requirements of the laws, has called upon
the States to furnish certain quotas of troops
to sustain the Constitution and the laws, defend
the Capitol of the Country, and protect
the property and lives of our citizens;
Be it Resolved that it is the duty of all
good citizens to obey the call of the government
and flock to the standard of our Country
and thus preserve our glorious Constitution
under which we have enjoyed greater blessings
than has ever fallen to the lot any
other people.
And to show our devotion to our free institutions,
and our just appreciation of the
patriotism of the young men who are willing to
respond to thier country's call, it is
Voted that the sum of not exceeding $4,000 be appropriated
from any money in the Treasury,
to be expended under the discretion of
a Commitee of ten
for the purpose of clothing or otherwise
encouraging the gallant men who may enter
the service, and for the support of the
families of those who have families
dependent upon their labor, during the
period for which they are called into service.
Preamble, Reso-
lutions & Vote passed
April 30th 1861
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