proposals in, to compromise with South, 194;
led by Lincoln to oppose South on grounds of union, not slavery, 226-228;
irritated at inaction of Lincoln, 242;
effect of capture of Fort Sumter upon, 251, 252;
rushes to arms, 252;
compared with South infighting qualities, 253, 254;
responds to Lincoln's call for troops, 255;
military enthusiasm, 271, 272;
doubtful as to Lincoln's ability, 273-275;
wishes to crush South without delay, 299, 300;