I think, sir, that all compulsory operations should be put a stop to.

The ministers would talk to them, and the young men would enlist.

It is my opinion that it world be far better for the State agents to stay at home and the enlistments be made for the United States under the direction of General Sherman.
Up to this time I was present, and, on Mr.Stanton's intimating that he wanted to ask some questions affecting me, I withdrew, and then he put the twelfth and last question.
Twelfth Question.

State what is the feeling of the colored people toward General Sherman, and how far do they regard his sentiments and actions as friendly to their rights and interests, or otherwise.
Answer.

We looked upon General Sherman, prior to his arrival, as a man, in the providence of God, specially set apart to accomplish this work, and we unanimously felt inexpressible gratitude to him, looking upon him as a man who should be honored for the faithful performance of his duty.