Abraham Lincoln's cabinet . sit Mrs. Sun-BATT, unless he would pledge himself not toproclaim bis convictions of her charge was made the basis of the mostbitter criticisms upon his humanity. And ifthe charge had been true, these criticismswould have been just; for only a very badman would seek to interfere with the func-tions or convictions of the spiritual adviser ofthe condemned or dying. But the charge wasfalse—in all its length, breadth and enormityNot only was no such restriction imposed, butMr. Stanton gave a ready and cheerful assentto the request that the miserable woman
Abraham Lincoln's cabinet . sit Mrs. Sun-BATT, unless he would pledge himself not toproclaim bis convictions of her charge was made the basis of the mostbitter criticisms upon his humanity. And ifthe charge had been true, these criticismswould have been just; for only a very badman would seek to interfere with the func-tions or convictions of the spiritual adviser ofthe condemned or dying. But the charge wasfalse—in all its length, breadth and enormityNot only was no such restriction imposed, butMr. Stanton gave a ready and cheerful assentto the request that the miserable woman mighthave spiritual counsel in her last hours. Thestatement of Gen. Hardie, (himself a Catholic)which we publish, is full, clear and explicit,and furnishes a complete and triumphant vin-dication of the Secretary. But this will not shut the mouths of enemies. New accusations willfollow, so long as ho shall discharge his offi-cial duties with his accustomed promptness,fearlessness and independence. J WK i uiiT w. ? • j~4tabrahamlincolnsces1linc
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