Yes, sir.
Q.The central idea of the South is a national idea, then?
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The central idea of the South is more a national idea now than it has been in this respect.
Q.I would use the word "leading" rather than "central" there--the leading idea?
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We, of course, claim that we want to manage the internal affairs of our States just as much as New York, or New Hampshire, or Massachusetts would want to manage theirs, but that it is necessary for us to have the guidance and protection of the Government: we want it just as much as either of those States.
Q.Have you traveled considerably through the North?
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I have.
Q.What portions of the North have you visited within the last few years?
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I have visited Philadelphia, New York, Boston, Hartford, and I might say a number of other points in the States of which they are the chief cities.
Q.While we are speaking of this matter of reciprocal feeling between the sections of country, as you have mentioned the attitude of the South, I should like to know from you, from your personal observation and knowledge, what you find to be that of the North toward the South?
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