Harper's Weekly, Vol 7, No. 315, Harper's Weekly, A Journal of Civilization, January 10, 1863
Harper's Weekly, Vol 7, No. 315, Harper's Weekly, A Journal of Civilization, January 10, 1863
From The Sun of New York (November 25, 1861) quoting the Frankfort Commonwealth:
Why should not the slaves of traitors in arms be confiscated for the use of the government? The Democrat will not deny that slaves are property, as clearly so as mules. Is it right and proper to confiscate a mule, and put it to hauling transportation? If it is, why is it not equally right and proper to cofiscate a slave for a driver of that mule? Both are property, and both are employed by the rebels in their attempt to destroy this government. We believe in 'fighting the devil with fire.' The rebels employ armed negroes, armed savages ...