1To James Madison from Samuel Harrison, 14 September 1812 (Madison Papers)
and Welfare of my Country sacrificed to the Moloch of inexperience if not of inconsideration. With sentiments of the highest esteem and respect I remain Your most Obedient Servant
2To James Madison from Samuel Harrison, 23 November 1812 (Madison Papers)
When I view the desolation and destruction of War, when I behold the Multitudes of Blessings sacrificed to the Moloch of Inconsideration, and inexperience, I must lament, I cannot help but proclaim to your Excellency, “Destruction upon Destruction is cried, for the whole land is spoiled, suddenly are my Tents spoiled, and My Curtains as in...