reproached by commissioners, [240];
opposes reinforcing Sumter, [245], [246];
authorized to inform Confederates that Lincoln will not act without warning, [245];
makes mistake in order concerning Powhatan, [248];
said to have led Lincoln to sign papers without understanding contents, [250];
made to feel subordination by Lincoln, [276];
submits thoughts for President's consideration, [276]-[278];
wishes foreign war, [277];
offers to direct the government, [277], [278];
reasons for his actions, [278];