9/21 "My own idea is that it is well to give the people what is already theirs. They feel that Texas belongs to them." "True," said the Tennesseean, hesitating; "a good strong blast about our martial spirit and the men of the Revolution--that is always good before an election or a convention. But now in my own case--" "Your own case is not under discussion, Jim. It is the case of the United States! I hold a brief for them, not for you or any other man!" "How do you stand in case war should be declared against Mexico ?" asked Mr.Polk. |