Resolved, That in the present condition of the country, when the passions of the people are inflamed and their prejudices are excited, it is unwise and dangerous to attempt to alter or amend the Constitution of the United States; that ample power is contained within its limits as it now exists to protect the national life, and the exercise of power not warranted by its provisions would be to enter the field of revolution, and dangerous to the liberties of the people, tending to the establishment of military despotism and the final overthrow of free government in America.

Resolved, That any attempt by Congress to reduce States to the condition of Territories is as odious and as revolutionary in its character and tendency as secession itself.

Resolved, That it is the duty of the Government to listen to and consider any proposition for reconciliation that may be offered by the insurgents which does not involve the question of separation.

Resolved, That the thanks of the nation are due, and are hereby tendered, to the officers, soldiers, and seamen who have so gallantly borne our flag in this hour of peril to our country.