"Couldn't see It in that Light."
A delegation of temperance men recently sought to influence Uncle Abe to take some stringent steps to suppress intemperance in our armies. Among other reasons urged, they said our armies were often beaten because of intemperance.
"Is that so?" said Undo Abe. "I've heard on all sides that the rebels drink more than our boys do, and I can't see why our boys, who drink less, are more liable to get whipped."
"But you know the corrupting influence of the army in regard to drinking habits," pursued the Committee.
"I've heard that, too," said Uncle Abe, "but I think they will do pretty well if I can keep them out of Washington!"
The Committee didn't carry their measure, by a jug full.