Benzamides of the formula ##STR1## wherein X is halogen, trifluoromethyl or C.sub.3-4 -alkyl and Y is hydrogen, halogen or nitro, and N-oxides thereof, prepared inter alia from N-(2-aminoethyl)-morpholine and an acid of the formula ##STR2## wherein X and Y are as hereinbefore set forth, are described. The end products are useful in the treatment of depressive conditions, that is, are useful as antidepressants.