“There are nearly four an incredible number of slaves in the United States; and the query now presents itself to every free of charge born American citizen; what are we regarding them? The abolition party demand their immediate emancipation. Is it practicable, secure, or correct? What will be the results? What would be the result of turning loose upon ourselves four an incredible number of humans, to prowl about like wild beasts without restraint, or control, and commit depredations over the white inhabitants?” -Excerpted from “A Review of Uncle Tom’s Cabin,” by A. Woodward, M.D., 1853.