In order that the good old State of Maine may be able to send forward her quota of troops recently called for, with promptitude, it may, and probably will be necessary to order a draft upon the militia. And why not? If men are wanted at once, they must be furnished at once. This gigantic, infernal rebellion must be crushed. We have hardly begun to show our strength yet. To raise five regiments of one thousand each would hardly average ten men from each town, and Maine can stand several such drafts. No doubt the number required could be raised by voluntary enlistments, but it would take very much longer, and time is precious now.
The Portland Daily Press, Portland, ME