San Francisco, California, February 25,1861.
My Dear Son:
We are all well, and almost as comfortable as we could desire, were it not for
the unhappy condition of our country. I confess I can only expect a general
disruption, for passion seems to rule. Yet, though hope has been so often
disappointed, a gleam breaks upon us from the efforts of the 4th of February
convention at Washington, leading us on to indulge in its illusions a little
longer.
A huge Union meeting was held here on the 22d. The day was a
perfect holiday for the whole population, who filled the streets, and in their
best dresses seemed to enjoy the beautiful weather. The resolutions adopted
testified to a devoted loyalty to the Union, declared against secession as a
right, and repudiated the idea of a Pacific republic as impossible. They
express fraternal feelings for all the States, and declare that their interest
and honor demand every exertion on their part to bring about harmony again. I
presume that the sentiments of these resolutions, which are those of the people
of this city, may be set down as those of the State, with the exception of a
small minority.
I send Hennie, Rosa, Mrs. Duncan, and grandpa's little pets,
best love.
Your affectionate
father,
A. S. Johnston.
SOURCE: William Preston Johnston, The Life of General Albert Sydney Johnston, p. 269
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