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In February 1861, following the inauguration of Lincoln and the secession of seven states from the Union, a convention of 131 politicians from the remaining states met in Washington, D. C., at the Willard Hotel. They aimed to prevent civil war, and the secession of further states, by proposing an amendment to the Constitution that would protect the existence and practice of slavery, within certain parameters, by enshrining them in constitutional law. An amendment was eventually agreed and recommended to Congress, where it was not passed.
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Report of the Debates and Proceedings in the Secret Session of the Conference Convention
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Lucius E. Chittenden, Report of the Debates and Proceedings in the Secret Session of the Conference Convention for Proposing Amendments to the Constitution of the United States (New York: D. Appleton & Co., 1864).
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PROCEEDINGS OF THE CONFERENCE, Washington, D. C. ————— Monday, February 4th, 1861. Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
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Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order by Mr. Morehead, of Kentucky, Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Appoint John C. Wright as Temporary Chairman Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Morehead was unanimously adopted. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. WRIGHT was conducted to the Chair by Mr. Meredith, of Pennsylvania, and Mr. Chase, of Ohio, and proceeded to address the Conference as follows: My warmest thanks are due to you, Gentlemen, for the undeserved honor which you have conferred upon me,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Appoint Benjamin C. Howard as Temporary Secretary Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Roll of the States was then called over, and commissioners representing the following were found to be present: New Hampshire, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Admit Reporters Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SEDDON, of Virginia:—I hope this motion will not prevail. I do not see that any good can possibly come of giving publicity now, to our proceedings. On the contrary, in the present excited condition of the country, I can see how much harm might... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion was thereupon, by viva voce vote, decided in the negative. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Appoint a Committee on Rules and Organization Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Which motion was agreed to. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: Kentucky, Charles A. Wickliffe, Chairman; Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] New Hampshire, Amos Tuck; Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] Rhode Island, William W. Hoppin; Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] New Jersey, Joseph F. Randolph; Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] Pennsylvania, Thomas E. Franklin; Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] Delaware, George B. Rodney; Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] Maryland, John W. Crisfield; Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] Virginia, William C. Rives; Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] North Carolina, Thomas Ruffin; Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] Ohio, Reuben Hitchcock; Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Benjamin C. Howard, a commissioner from the State of Maryland, was unanimously appointed temporary Secretary. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn to 12:00 Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference then adjourned to meet at 12 o'clock m. to-morrow. Monday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: Kentucky, Charles A. Wickliffe, Chairman; Monday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] New Hampshire, Amos Tuck; Monday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] Rhode Island, William W. Hoppin; Monday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] New Jersey, Joseph F. Randolph; Monday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] Pennsylvania, Thomas E. Franklin; Monday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] Delaware, George B. Rodney; Monday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] Maryland, John W. Crisfield; Monday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] Virginia, William C. Rives; Monday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] North Carolina, Thomas Ruffin; Monday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] Ohio, Reuben Hitchcock; Monday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] Indiana, Godlove S. Orth. Monday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: Kentucky, Charles A. Wickliffe, Chairman; Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order by the Chairman pro tem., pursuant to adjournment, Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Read and Approve the Journal of 1861-02-04 Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
and the journal of the proceedings of the first day was read and approved. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Appoint a Committee on Credentials Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Franklin was adopted unanimously, Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
and the Chairman announced as such Committee Mr. Summers, of Virginia; Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Franklin, of Pennsylvania; Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Guthrie, of Kentucky; Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Morehead, of North Carolina, Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
and Mr. Smith, of Indiana. Tuesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
The motion of Mr. Franklin was adopted unanimously, and the Chairman announced as such Committee Mr. Summers, of Virginia; Tuesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
The motion of Mr. Franklin was adopted unanimously, and the Chairman announced as such Committee [...] Mr. Franklin, of Pennsylvania; Tuesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
The motion of Mr. Franklin was adopted unanimously, and the Chairman announced as such Committee [...] Mr. Guthrie, of Kentucky; Tuesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
The motion of Mr. Franklin was adopted unanimously, and the Chairman announced as such Committee [...] Mr. Morehead, of North Carolina, Tuesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
The motion of Mr. Franklin was adopted unanimously, and the Chairman announced as such Committee [...] and Mr. Smith, of Indiana. Tuesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
Report of the Committee on Rules and Organization Tuesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
Mr. WICKLIFFE, of Kentucky:—I rise at this time for the purpose of making the report of the Committee on Organization. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee on Rules and Organization Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion for a Division of the Question on the Report of the Committee on Rules and Organization Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Which was agreed to without objection. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Recommendation Relating to Officers of the Report of the Committee on Rules and Organization Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Appoint Ewing and Meredith to Conduct the President to the Chair Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The President pro tem. then appointed Mr. Ewing, of Ohio, and Mr. Meredith, of Pennsylvania, to conduct the President elect to the chair. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
It was then moved, and unanimously voted, that the part of the report relating to officers, be accepted, and the officers designated be appointed. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Recommendation Relating to Rules of the Report of the Committee on Rules and Organization Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Postpone the Section Concerning Rules of the Report of the Committee on Rules and Organization until Tomorrow Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Ewing was agreed to. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Open the Conference with Prayer Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The resolution offered by Mr. Wickliffe was adopted, Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The resolution offered by Mr. Wickliffe was adopted, and prayer was then offered by the Rev. Dr. P. D. Gurley, of Washington. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Communication from Messrs. Willard Placing the Hall in the Service of the Conference Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Communication from the Mayor and Common Council of the City of Washington Offering Police Officers Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Accept the Offers Put Forward in the Communications Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
President Tyler upon taking his seat proceeded to address the Convention as follows: Gentlemen, I fear you have committed a great error in appointing me to the honorable position you have assigned me. A long separation from all deliberative bodies has... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
It was moved, and agreed to, that these offers be severally accepted. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Enter the President's Address on the Journal Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Which motion was unanimously agreed to. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Communication from the Governor of the State of Iowa Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The communication was so referred, Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The communication was so referred, and on motion of Mr. Wright, of Ohio, the Conference adjourned. Tuesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Communication from the Governor of the State of Iowa Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference met at twelve o'clock, at noon, and was called to order by the President. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Read and Approve the Journal of 1861-02-05 Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journal of yesterday was read, and after amendment, was approved. Wednesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Report of the Committee on Credentials 1861-02-06 Wednesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials to make a report. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee on Credentials 1861-02-06 Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Authorize the Secretary to Employ Assistants Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Wickliffe was agreed to. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Recommit the Rules and Mr. Seddon's Amendment to the Committee on Rules and Organization Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Randolph was agreed to. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Ewing's Amendment to Allow the Committee to Sit During the Conference in the Resolution to Appoint a Committee to Report Provisions to Restore Harmony and Preserve the Union Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adopt the Recommendation on Rules Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Seddon's Amendment to Insert Provision That No Part of the Journal Be Published without Leave of the Conference in Committee Recommendation on Rules Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SEDDON: [...] It may be thought, that in offering this resolution, I am seeking a different end from the one I proposed yesterday, when I advocated the proposition of excluding reporters from our sessions, and insisted that our proceedings should... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Appoint a Committee to Report Provisions to Restore Harmony and Preserve the Union Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—It gives me pleasure to accept the modification proposed by the gentleman from Ohio. I should have incorporated it into my resolution. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The resolution as modified was then adopted by the Conference without a division. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—I will take this occasion to announce a committee to carry into effect the determination of the Conference relating to the obtaining of the services of clergymen to open the proceedings of the Conference daily with prayer. The Chair... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SEDDON:—It appears to me that the mode pointed out by the resolution introduced by the gentleman from Kentucky, is neither the one most appropriate nor expeditious for accomplishing the result desired. We are convened under the invitation of the... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—I will take this occasion to announce a committee to carry into effect the determination of the Conference relating to the obtaining of the services of clergymen to open the proceedings of the Conference daily with prayer. The Chair... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—I will take this occasion to announce a committee to carry into effect the determination of the Conference relating to the obtaining of the services of clergymen to open the proceedings of the Conference daily with prayer. The Chair... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Call on the President of the United States Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Which motion was unanimously agreed to. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Reconsider the Motion to Recommit Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: As the Convention proceeds to consider the rules section by section, a new blank amendment will be proposed onto the Report of the Committee... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Recommendation Relating to Rules of the Report of the Committee on Rules and Organization Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: Rule 1 was adopted.] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: Rule 2 was adopted.] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: Rule 3 was adopted.] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: Rule 4 was adopted.] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: Rule 5 was adopted.] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: Rule 6 was adopted.] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: Rule 7 was adopted.] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: Rule 8 was adopted.] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: Rule 9 was adopted.] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: Rule 10 was adopted.] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: Rule 11 was adopted.] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: Rule 12 was adopted.] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: Rule 13 was adopted.] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: Rule 14 was adopted.] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: Rule 15 was adopted.] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: Rule 16 was adopted.] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: Rule 17 was adopted.] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was thereupon reconsidered, and the following rules were severally read and adopted. [Editors' Note: Rule 18 was adopted.] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Rules Not Adopted by the Convention Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The remaining rules recommended were recommitted to the committee: Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn until 10:00 Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
After the adoption of the foregoing Rules, the Conference adjourned until 10 o'clock to-morrow morning. Wednesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
Rules Not Adopted by the Convention Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference convened, pursuant to the adjournment yesterday, at 10 o'clock a.m. It was called to order by President Tyler, Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
It was called to order by President Tyler, and prayer was offered by Rev. Dr. Pyne, of Washington. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Read and Approve the Journal of 1861-02-06 Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journal of yesterday was read, and after sundry amendments, was approved. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Messrs. J.H. Puleston, John Stryker, W.W. Hoppin, Jr., and —— Olcott, took their places as Assistant Secretaries. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Messrs. J.H. Puleston, John Stryker, W.W. Hoppin, Jr., and —— Olcott, took their places as Assistant Secretaries. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Messrs. J.H. Puleston, John Stryker, W.W. Hoppin, Jr., and —— Olcott, took their places as Assistant Secretaries. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Messrs. J.H. Puleston, John Stryker, W.W. Hoppin, Jr., and —— Olcott, took their places as Assistant Secretaries. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Communication from the President of the United States Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Call on the President at 11:00 Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Guthrie's motion was adopted unanimously. Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Report of the Committee on Credentials 1861-02-07 Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee on Credentials 1861-02-07 Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Which report was accepted, and the names of the Commissioners were entered upon the record. Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Clergy
The PRESIDENT:—I will take this occasion to announce a committee to carry into effect the determination of the Conference relating to the obtaining of the services of clergymen to open the proceedings of the Conference daily with prayer. The Chair... Wednesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Clergy
The PRESIDENT:—I will take this occasion to announce a committee to carry into effect the determination of the Conference relating to the obtaining of the services of clergymen to open the proceedings of the Conference daily with prayer. The Chair... Wednesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Clergy
The PRESIDENT:—I will take this occasion to announce a committee to carry into effect the determination of the Conference relating to the obtaining of the services of clergymen to open the proceedings of the Conference daily with prayer. The Chair... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—New Hampshire, Asa... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—New Hampshire, Asa... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—New Hampshire, Asa... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—New Hampshire, Asa... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—New Hampshire, Asa... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—New Hampshire, Asa... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—New Hampshire, Asa... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—New Hampshire, Asa... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—New Hampshire, Asa... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—New Hampshire, Asa... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—New Hampshire, Asa... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—New Hampshire, Asa... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—New Hampshire, Asa... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—New Hampshire, Asa... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—New Hampshire, Asa... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—New Hampshire, Asa Fowler; Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—[...] Vermont, Hiland Hall; Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—[...] Rhode Island... Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—[...] Connecticut,... Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—[...] New Jersey,... Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—[...] Pennsylvania,... Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—[...] Delaware,... Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—[...] North... Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—[...] Kentucky,... Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—[...] Ohio, Thomas Ewing; Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—[...] Indiana,... Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—[...] Illinois,... Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—[...] Iowa, James Harlan; Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—[...] Maryland,... Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
The PRESIDENT:—The respective delegations have recommended, and the Chair announces the names of the following gentlemen to compose the committee ordered to be raised under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie, which was adopted yesterday:—[...] Virginia,... Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—[...] We therefore recommend the following Rule: Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
Report of the Committee on Rules and Organization on the Secrecy Rule Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee on Rules and Organization on the Secrecy Rule Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SEDDON:—I do not desire to discuss the adoption of the rule under consideration any further than I have already. The Commissioners from the State of Virginia are appointed under resolutions which make it their duty to communicate from time to time... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The rule was adopted upon a count of the members voting. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
On motion, the Convention adjourned. After the adjournment, the Convention in a body called upon the President of the United States, when the several delegations were introduced by President Tyler, and the several Commissioners were presented by the... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Convention was called to order at 12 o'clock by President Tyler. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Prayer was offered by Rev. Dr. Butler. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Read and Approve the Journal of 1861-02-07 Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
After sundry amendments, the Journal was approved. Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Report of the Committee on Credentials 1861-02-08 Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee on Credentials 1861-02-08 Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Appoint Field, Doniphan, and Zollicoffer to the Committee to Report Provisions to Restore Harmony and Preserve the Union Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
On motion of the respective delegations the following gentlemen were added to the committee raised on the resolution of Mr. Guthrie: New York.—Mr. Field. Missouri.—Mr. Doniphan. Tennessee.—Mr. Zollicoffer. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
On motion of the respective delegations the following gentlemen were added to the committee raised on the resolution of Mr. Guthrie: New York.—Mr. Field. Missouri.—Mr. Doniphan. Tennessee.—Mr. Zollicoffer. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
On motion of the respective delegations the following gentlemen were added to the committee raised on the resolution of Mr. Guthrie: New York.—Mr. Field. Missouri.—Mr. Doniphan. Tennessee.—Mr. Zollicoffer. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
On motion of the respective delegations the following gentlemen were added to the committee raised on the resolution of Mr. Guthrie: New York.—Mr. Field. Missouri.—Mr. Doniphan. Tennessee.—Mr. Zollicoffer. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Grant the Committee Further Time to Make Their Report Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Grant the Committee until Next Monday to Make Their Report Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Authorize States to Appoint Delegates to the Committee on Resolutions on Arrival Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The several motions of Mr. Clay, with the alteration suggested by Mr. Seddon, were then agreed to without a division. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The several motions of Mr. Clay, with the alteration suggested by Mr. Seddon, were then agreed to without a division. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Issue Cards of Admission to Members and Officers of the Convention Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Which motion was adopted. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Convention then adjourned. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Convention was called to order by the President. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Prayer was offered by Rev. Dr. Bullock. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Read and Approve the Journal of 1861-02-08 Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journal was read, corrected, and approved. Saturday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Report of the Committee on Credentials 1861-02-09 Saturday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report [...] Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee on Credentials 1861-02-09 Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
[Editors' Note: The Report of the Committee on Credentials was implicitly adopted by the Convention.] Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Morrill, of Maine, and Mr. Crowninshield, of Massachusetts, were announced as members of the committee under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Morrill, of Maine, and Mr. Crowninshield, of Massachusetts, were announced as members of the committee under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolutions of Amos Tuck Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The resolutions of Mr. Tuck were read, ordered to be printed, and referred. (These resolutions will be found on a subsequent page.) Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Clay was agreed to. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Request the Secretary to Furnish the Members with a List of the Members and Officers of the Convention Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Which motion was adopted, Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Which motion was adopted, and the Convention adjourned. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Convention was called to order by the President. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Prayer was offered by Rev. Dr. Gurley. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Read and Approve the Journal of 1861-02-09 Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
After the reading and amendment of the Journal, Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Grant the Committee on Resolutions Further Time to Make a General Report Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
After the reading and amendment of the Journal, Mr. Guthrie, from the Committee on Resolutions, asked for further time to make a general report of the matters submitted to them, which was given; Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolutions of Connecticut Democratic Meeting Presented by James Clay Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Authorize Members to Present Resolutions Directly to the Committee on Resolutions Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion was agreed to, Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn until 12:00 on Wednesday Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion was agreed to, and on motion the Convention adjourned until Wednesday the 13th instant, at 12 o'clock m. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Convention was called to order by the President, Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Convention was called to order by the President, and prayer was offered by Rev. Dr. Edwards. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Read and Approve the Journal of 1861-02-11 Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journal, after sundry amendments, was approved. Wednesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
Resolutions of Amos Tuck Saturday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
Resolutions of Connecticut Democratic Meeting Presented by James Clay Saturday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
Report of the Committee on Resolutions on the Resolutions of the Democratic Party Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee on Resolutions on the Resolutions of the Democratic Party Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Grant the Committee on Resolutions until Friday to Make Their Full Report Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The request of Mr. Guthrie was acceded to. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion for Leave to Communicate to the Legislative Authorities of Virginia the State of Proceedings Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Grant Members Leave to Communicate to Their State Authorities the Proceedings of the Convention Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Frelinghuysen's Amendment to Insert Provision against Reporting What Has Transpired in the Committee before It Has Reported Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay Barringer's Resolution on the Table Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn until 12:00 on Friday Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Convention then adjourned to Friday at 12 o'clock. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Convention met in special session, pursuant to the call of the President. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The proceedings were opened with prayer by the Rev. Dr. Hall. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Letter from Crafts J. Wright Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
On the evening of February 13th, the members of the Conference were informed of the death of Hon. John C. Wright, of Ohio, who officiated as temporary chairman previous to the permanent organization. In view of the anxious desire of all the members to... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The President informed the Convention that the request of the Secretary had been complied with. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adopt the Resolutions Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question was taken, and the resolutions were unanimously adopted. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Service and Funeral Procession Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The body of Judge Wright was then brought into the hall, preceded by Rev. Dr. Hall, who read the impressive service of the Episcopal Church. A number of the members of the family, and of the friends of the deceased, were present during the... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Convention was called to order by President Tyler, Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Convention was called to order by President Tyler, and prayer was offered by Rev. Mr. Renner. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Read and Approve the Journals of 1861-02-13 and 1861-02-14 Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journals of the 13th and 14th were read and approved. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Communication from Horatio Stone Inviting the Members of the Convention to Visit His Studio Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution of the House of Representatives Authorising Admission of Convention Members to the Floor of the House Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Letter from J. E. Sands Offering the Use of Flags Used at the 1787 Constitutional Convention Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolutions to Honor the Death of John C. Wright Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Communication from Horatio G. Warner Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The communications were severally read and laid upon the table. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The communications were severally read and laid upon the table. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The communications were severally read and laid upon the table. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The communications were severally read and laid upon the table. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials to inform the Convention that the committee has received satisfactory evidence of the appointment by the Executive of Ohio of C.P. Wolcott, as a delegate to this Convention, in the place of... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay the Resolutions to Admit Reporters on the Table Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. ORTH:—I suppose this motion cuts off debate. I should much have preferred to discuss the resolutions. I hope the motion will not prevail. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion to lay on the table passed in the affirmative by a viva voce vote. Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
Mr. GUTHRIE:—[...] In their behalf I have now the honor to submit, for the consideration of the Conference, the following: Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
Mr. BALDWIN:—[...] As one member of the minority, I have drawn up a report embodying my own views and perhaps those of some of my colleagues, which I now present for the consideration of the Conference: Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Baldwin's Minority Report Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolutions to Admit Reporters to the Convention Floor Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—I do not wish to prolong this discussion myself, nor to cause it to be prolonged by others. I am sure that if we permit our debates to be reported, we shall never reach a conclusion which will in the slightest degree benefit the country.... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. COALTER:—It is proper that I should say a word in relation to the position of Missouri in this Conference. It is expressly referred to in the resolution under which we hold our appointment, passed by the Senate and House of Representatives. It is... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Wickliffe's Preamble and Resolution Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Chase was agreed to. The resolutions as printed will be found in the appendix. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Establish the Order of Business Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The Chair understands that the gentleman from Massachusetts has correctly pointed out the manner of proceeding. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn until 12:00 Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
On motion of Mr. Hackleman, the Conference then adjourned until 12 o'clock to-morrow. Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FIELD:—I do not concur in the conclusions to which the majority of the committee have arrived. I may say that I wholly dissent from them. I have not deemed it necessary to make a separate report. At a suitable time I shall endeavor to make known to... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Grant Seddon Leave to Read His Report and Proposals of Amendment Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
No objection being made, Mr. Seddon proceeded to read the following: Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Print the Reports and Make them Special Order of the Conference Tomorrow Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Wickliffe was agreed to. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order by the President at 12 o'clock m. Saturday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
Mr. Baldwin's Minority Report Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Print All the State Resolutions Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Prayer was offered by Rev. Dr. Sunderland. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Read and Approve the Journal of 1861-02-15 Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journal was read by the Assistant Secretary, Mr. Puleston, and, being corrected, was approved. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Communication from W. C. Jewett Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SEDDON:—Let it be laid on the table without reading. The PRESIDENT:—That disposition will be made of it. Saturday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—I am instructed, by the Committee on Rules and Organization, to propose an amendment to the Eleventh Rule which has been adopted. Saturday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
Resolution to Amend the Eleventh Rule to Allow Appeals from the Decision of the Chair Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Amend the Eleventh Rule to Allow Appeals from the Decision of the Chair Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
On the passage of this resolution a division was called for, and upon a count by the Secretaries, the President declared it adopted. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Only Allow Members to Speak for Thirty Minutes Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Davis' Amendment to Replace 'Thirty' with 'Ten' in the Resolution to Only Allow Members to Speak for Thirty Minutes Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay the Resolution to Limit Speaking Time on the Table Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Several gentlemen here interposed and appealed to Mr. Hitchcock to withdraw his motion, as it would cut off all debate upon the merits of the resolution. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Hitchcock accordingly withdrew it. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SEDDON:—We have one rule already which prohibits any member from speaking more than twice upon any question without special leave, and a member cannot speak a second time until every other, who desires to speak, has spoken. This was the rule, I... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the Resolution to Limit Speaking Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion to postpone was unanimously agreed to. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Move the Hour of Meeting to 10:00 Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Amend the Motion by Inserting 11:00 Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. EWING:—I think we had better let the hour of meeting remain where our rules leave it. We shall find our labors severe enough if we commence at twelve o'clock. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CRISFIELD:—I will accept the amendment of my colleague. Let the time of meeting be eleven o'clock. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Crisfield as amended was agreed to without a division. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay the Amendment on the Table Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
On motion of Mr. Chase, the amendment was laid upon the table. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The chair was taken, at the request of the President, by Mr. Alexander, of New Jersey. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Appoint a Steographer Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Kentucky Resolutions Recommending a Call for a Convention of the United States Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay Baldwin's Report on the Table Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. LOGAN:—I would ask Mr. Guthrie to withdraw his motion. If the motion were adopted it would prevent discussion. It was expected that we were to discuss the subject to-day. It is not of much consequence which report is first acted upon. They are all... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Guthrie withdrew the motion to lay on the table. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Morehead, of Kentucky, took the chair. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. JOHNSON:—It is true there are different constructions which may be placed on the report. I think if it had been understood to apply to future territory, it could not have received the support of a majority of the committee. Mr. Crittenden's... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Appoint a Stenographer Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay the Resolution to Appoint a Stenographer on the Table Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CHITTENDEN:—Let the vote be taken by States. The vote was so taken, and the following States voted in the affirmative: Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, Missouri, Virginia, and... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion for Unanimous Consent to Introduce a Proposition Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. RANDOLPH:—Is the gentleman's motion in order? Mr. EWING:—I object to the reading. Mr. CLAY:—Certainly; I object also. Mr. TUCK:—I will acquiesce with a single word. I certainly hoped no curt objection would be made to the reading of any... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—I hold it the gentleman's undoubted right to read the paper if he chooses. Mr. TUCK:—Very well. He commenced reading when he was interrupted by Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—I hope Mr. Tuck will withdraw this paper. If the Convention agrees to any result, I shall favor its submission to the people with an address. I will pledge myself to suggest the gentleman's name as one of a committee to prepare the... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CURTIS:—I am a member of the present Congress; I have faithfully attended its deliberations, and have anxiously watched its course. Mr. Guthrie will find that there are other and different objections to the line of policy he proposes, to which he... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Recommit the Proposals of Amendment to the Committee on Resolutions Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Johnson's Amendment to Insert 'Present' in Section 1 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Johnson then moved an adjournment, which was carried on a division, and the Convention adjourned at two o'clock and fifty minutes. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Convention was opened with prayer by Rev. P. D. Gurley. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Read and Approve the Journal of 1861-02-16 Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journal of yesterday was read and approved. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—I object to printing this paper. If that course is taken, every member may offer his disquisitions on the Constitution, and they will be printed at our expense. Mr. TUCK:—Unanimous consent was given that it be read, laid on the table, and... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CHITTENDEN:—I have no desire to occupy time in debating this resolution, much less to waste it in a fruitless attempt to oppose what seems to be the settled purpose of a majority of this Convention. But if this body will consider the purpose which... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Tuck's Public Address Recommending a Call for a Convention for the Proposing of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Division of the Question Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The question will be on the motion to lay it on the table. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay Tuck's Proposal on the Table Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. TUCK:—Are we not entitled to have the question taken on the motion to print? I supposed all these questions would be taken in a spirit of conciliation. But if not, I will withdraw the motion to lay on the table, and move that the paper be printed. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Print Tuck's Proposal Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. MOREHEAD, of Kentucky:—I came here in a spirit of conciliation, and I shall act in that spirit. Let us all do so. I disagree entirely with Mr. Tuck and his proposition, but I am in favor of receiving every proposition that is offered, of printing... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The President then put the motion upon printing the address, and it was carried upon a division. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Allow the President to Call any Member to Preside in Order to Speak Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Guthrie offered the following resolution, which was adopted unanimously: Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Proposal of Amendment to the Constitution to Divide the Territory of the United States into Convenient Portions Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The proposition of Mr. Meredith was laid on the table without objection. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Print the Journal up to and Including 1861-02-18 Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Amend the Motion to Have the Journal Printed from Day to Day During the Session Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The amendment and the motion were adopted without objection. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Alexander, of New Jersey, took the chair. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Reid's Amendment to Insert 'Future' after 'Present' in Johnson's Amendment to Section 1 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Recommit the Proposals of Amendment to the Committee on Resolutions Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. COALTER:—Shall we adjourn over simply for this? That will use up another day. Mr. GUTHRIE:—I hope it will not be recommitted. We can settle the question here in a moment. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The vote will now be taken. [Editors' Note: By calling for a vote on Mr. Reid's amendment the President implicitly rejects Mr. Turner's motion to recommit.] Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Record the Names of Members Voting Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The call is not in order. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question was then taken on the amendment of Mr. Reid, and resulted as follows: Ayes—New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, Missouri, and Virginia—8. Nays—Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The question now recurs on the motion of the gentleman from Maryland. Mr. JOHNSON:—I trust that I shall not trespass upon the time of the Conference, but the subject now before it is one of great importance, and it involves the... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT finding it necessary to leave the Conference, now called Mr. Alexander to the chair. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Several members objected to the motion, declaring it not in order. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion was thereupon withdrawn. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn until 19:00 Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. ROMAN:—Is not my motion first in order? The PRESIDENT:—The question is on the motion of the gentleman from Vermont. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. EWING:—This will render a division of the question necessary. The gentleman had better withdraw his amendment for the time. Mr. REID:—I am instructed by the Legislature of North Carolina to offer it, and I think best to do so in this regular... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CLEVELAND:—I did not mean to stir up anybody. I want to settle these unhappy points of difference here. I want to settle them to-day, now, this very hour. Suppose we do not settle them! Does not border war follow? does not civil war come? I speak... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion to adjourn was put and carried. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order by the President at eleven o'clock. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The proceedings were opened with prayer. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Read and Approve the Journal of 1861-02-18 Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Recommit the Majority and Minority Reports to the Committee on Resolutions Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The question recurs upon the amendment offered by the gentleman from Maryland, to insert the word "present" before the word territories, in the first line and the fifth line of the propositions of the amendment to the Constitution... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journal was read by Assistant Secretary Puleston, and, after sundry amendments, was approved. Tuesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Report of the Committee on Credentials 1861-02-19 Tuesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Mr. SUMMERS:—The Committee on Credentials have received and considered the credentials of Mr. Francis Granger, of New York, appointed to fill a vacancy in the delegation from that State, occasioned by the resignation of Mr. Addison Gardiner. They are... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—I ask now that the resolution limiting the time to be occupied by each member in debate be taken up. I have become satisfied that unless we place some restrictions, in this respect, upon the discussions, we shall occupy much more time... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay the Whole Subject on the Table Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion to lay on the table was negatived by the following vote:—ayes, 48; nays, 54. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion for a Division of the Question Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—So many motions have been made that it is somewhat difficult to decide, by the rules of Parliamentary law, which is in order. I will divide the questions as follows: 1st. Will the Conference hold two sessions daily? 2d. Shall the... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Hold Two Sessions Daily Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Close Debate at 12:00 on Thursday Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Limit Members to Ten Minutes in Debate Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Crisfield's Amendment to Strike Out the Last Clause in the Resolution to Set Two Sessions Daily Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. STOCKTON:—If the Conference felt as I do, it would at once establish such peremptory orders as would bring a speedy termination to this whole business. Upon what, let me ask gentlemen, does the salvation of the Union depend at this moment? What is... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. NOYES:—This news is indeed cheering. It is an additional evidence of the depth to which love for our country has struck into the hearts of its people—another inducement to make us agree—another reason why we should not be led off upon false... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Hold Two Sessions Daily and Vote Next Thursday Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. JOHNSON, of Missouri:—I hope the questions will be decided affirmatively. Mr. CHASE:—It appears to me that we can arrange this whole subject without serious difficulty. If Mr. Wickliffe will adhere to his resolution, and the other proposals are... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Communication from Missouri Announcing the Election of Union Delegates Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The gentleman is undoubtedly correct in his statement of the question, but the discussion of the general subject has been permitted to go on without objection by the Convention, and I do not think it would be right to stop it now. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Meet at 10:00 Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Meet at 10:30 Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Several motions were made by different members, and much confusion arose, which was suppressed. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The President put the motion to adjourn, and declared it not carried. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Meet at 19:00 Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
This motion did not prevail Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
This motion did not prevail, and the question was taken upon Mr. Dodge's motion, which was adopted, and the Conference then adjourned. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
This motion did not prevail, and the question was taken upon Mr. Dodge's motion, which was adopted, and the Conference then adjourned. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Browne's Amendment to Strike Out the Last Clause in the Resolution to Set Two Sessions Daily Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order by President Tyler at ten o'clock, Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order by President Tyler at ten o'clock, and after prayer by the Rev. Dr. Sampson, Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SEDDON:—I said the position of Virginia was unchanged. She considers this a Government of love and not of force. She thinks there should be no force or coercion used toward any sovereign State acting in its collective capacity. She does not propose... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion was lost by a viva voce vote. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion for Unanimous Consent to Withdraw Wickliffe's Resolution Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Make the Whole Subject Special Order for 10:00 Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Morehead was carried. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Meet at 19:00 Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Meet at 20:00 Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—[...] Mr. President, my heart is full! I cannot approach the great issues with which we are dealing with becoming coolness and deliberation! Sir, I love this Union. The man does not live who entertains a higher respect for this Government... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Give Notice of Two Amendments to Section 2 of the Majority Report Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Ruffin gave notice, that at the proper time he wished to offer two amendments to the second section of the propositions reported by the committee.* [Chittenden's Note:] *Mr. Ruffin stated the substance of the amendments he proposed in a voice so... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Read and Approve the Journal of 1861-02-19 Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order by President Tyler at ten o'clock, and after prayer by the Rev. Dr. Sampson, the Journal of yesterday was read and approved. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. HARRIS:—I desire to call the attention of the Conference to the fact, that the time has not yet arrived when the Conference, by its rules, should commence business. The rule is, that the daily session shall commence at eleven o'clock. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Harris' Proposed Preamble and Resolutions Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Print and Lay Harris' Resolutions on the Table Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The resolutions were laid upon the table and ordered to be printed, and are as follows: Whereas, The Federal Constitution and the laws made in pursuance thereof, are the supreme law of the land, and should command the willing obedience of all good... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. RANDOLPH:—I must now insist upon having my resolution, offered yesterday, considered. Congress is about adjourning, and, if we do not close our labors to-day, we cannot have our propositions acted upon under the rules of the Senate and House of... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
A vote by States was then taken, and resulted as follows: Ayes.—Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New York, New Hampshire, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Vermont—12. Noes.—Delaware, Kentucky, Missouri, New Jersey, North... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay the Whole Subject on the Table Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Clay prevailed by the following vote. Ayes.—Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts. New York, Vermont, Virginia, and New Hampshire—10. Noes.—Delaware, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio,... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Field's Amendment to Insert His Three Propositions in the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FIELD:— [...] In what I have now to say, I shall not confine myself to a discussion of these propositions, but availing myself of the latitude of debate hitherto allowed to gentlemen who have addressed the Conference in favor of the report of the... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The chair was here taken by Mr. Alexander. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. TUCK:— [...] The people of this country, North and South alike, obey the laws of interest and morality. There is no disposition at the North to destroy slavery. Let these accusations and criminations be heard no more. What I am about to say may... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn until 10:00 Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
On motion of Mr. Cleveland the Conference adjourned to ten o'clock to-morrow. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order by the President, at ten o'clock and fifteen minutes a.m., Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. McCURDY:—There is really but one question that ought to engage the attention of this Conference. All others may be settled in half an hour. This question is a great one, and assumes a variety of forms. I wish to vote upon it understandingly, and I... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order by the President, at ten o'clock and fifteen minutes a.m., and prayer was offered by Rev. Dr. Stockton. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Read and Approve the Journal of 1861-02-20 Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journal of yesterday was read and approved. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolutions to Adjourn to Meet in Washington in April Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Print and Lay Chase's Resolutions on the Table Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The resolutions were read, and the motion of Mr. Chase concurred in. The resolutions are as follow:— Resolved, That it is inexpedient to proceed to final action on the grave and important matters involved in the resolutions of the State of Virginia,... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. EWING:—I wish to state here that I do not concur in these resolutions. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Cease Debate on the Report of the Committee Tomorrow Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Limit Each Speaker to Five Minutes of Debate on an Amendment Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Prevent a Motion to Strike Out from Being Divided Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CHITTENDEN:—I shall not debate these resolutions. As I am engaged in taking notes of the discussion, I cannot enter into a contest for the floor, and I would not if I could. My State has not occupied a moment of time on the general subject, nor are... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Goodrich's Amendment to Replace 'Tomorrow' with 'Saturday' in Resolution to Cease Debate on the Report of the Committee Tomorrow Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Wickliffe's Amendment to Replace 'Ten' with 'One' in Resolution to Cease Debate on the Report of the Committee Tomorrow Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—I will make the proposition as acceptable as possible. I will insert one o'clock instead of ten. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Exclamations were heard from several members of, "Let us agree," and the question being taken on the first resolution as amended, it was adopted. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Backus' Amendment to Replace 'Five' with 'Ten' Throughout the Resolution to Limit Each Speaker to Five Minutes of Debate Upon an Amendment Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. NOYES:—Is this resolution designed to exclude all discussion upon an amendment, except by the member moving it and the committee? Mr. WICKLIFFE:—No! Such is not the intention. Any one can speak five minutes. I rely on our sense of propriety not to... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The amendment of Mr. Backus was decided in the negative by a vote viva voce. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The resolution was then adopted, together with the resolution relating to motions to strike out and insert. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The resolution was then adopted, together with the resolution relating to motions to strike out and insert. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Hold an Evening Session Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. RANDOLPH:—There is force in the remark of the gentleman from Vermont. No State should be cut off. I suggest that the States whose delegates have not addressed the Conference, should have the preference. Mr. JOHNSON, of Missouri:—I represent a... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CHASE:—I hope the Conference will not hold night sessions. Our day sessions are protracted and very laborious. I agree with Commodore Stockton, that night sessions are dangerous. Mr. MOREHEAD, of Kentucky:—I do not agree with Mr. Chase. I have... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
A vote by the States was called for, which resulted as follows: Ayes:—Delaware, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, and Virginia—13. Noes:—Connecticut,... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Wilmot's Amendment to Insert Provision for Compensation to Citizens who Suffer Violence in the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Print and Lay Wilmot's Amendment to the Proposals on the Table Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Wilmot was agreed to, and the amendment is as follows: "And Congress shall further provide by law, that the United States shall make full compensation to a citizen of any State, who in any other State shall suffer, by reason of... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Have the Yeas and Nays Entered on the Journal when Requested Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—I hope the gentleman will waive the first part of the resolution. I think it is the best way not to disclose our divisions any farther than is indispensably necessary. Mr. CHASE:—I copied the rule verbatim from the one adopted by the... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question was taken on the resolution offered by Mr. Chase, and it was rejected Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Coalter's Amendment to Increase the Term of Future Presidents to Six Years and Limit Them to One Term in the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Print and Lay Coalter's Amendment on the Table Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The above motion to lay on the table and print was agreed to. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Print and Lay Bronson's Amendment on the Table Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Bronson's motion was agreed to. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The order of the day is called for, and the gentleman from New York has the floor. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SMITH:—At the adjournment yesterday, I had proceeded to state two or three grounds upon which I think the proposals of amendment to the Constitution reported by the majority of the committee would be unacceptable to the North, and I had also stated... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Bronson objected, raising the question of order. He claimed that the Conference, by adopting the resolutions of Mr. Randolph, had fixed the limits of the sessions, from 10 o'clock a.m., to 4 o'clock p.m. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Bronson's Amendment to Insert Provision to Remove Congress' Power to Legislate in Respect to Enslaved People in the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Howard was not concurred in. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. LOOMIS:—I feel that this is an important crisis in the affairs of the country. Perhaps it is the most important that ever occurred in American history. The first Convention of thirteen scattered States was earnestly engaged in protecting the... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion was adopted, and the Conference adjourned to meet at half-past seven o'clock this evening. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order at half-past seven o'clock, Mr. Alexander in the chair. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order at half-past seven o'clock, Mr. Alexander in the chair. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CHITTENDEN: I feel gratified by the kindness which has given me an opportunity of making a few observations to the Conference, and I shall not abuse it. The delegates from Vermont have acted throughout the session under great embarrassment. We... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn until 10:00 Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Pollock obtained the floor, and at twelve o'clock the Conference adjourned to ten o'clock to-morrow. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order by President Tyler, at 10 o'clock a.m., Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order by President Tyler, at 10 o'clock a.m., and prayer was offered by Rev. Dr. Sunderland. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Read and Approve the Journal of 1861-02-21 Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journal of yesterday was read, corrected, and approved. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Appoint a Committee on Expenses Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion was adopted, and the President appointed Mr. Johnson, of Maryland, Mr. Pollock, and Mr. Granger as such committee. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion was adopted, and the President appointed Mr. Johnson, of Maryland, Mr. Pollock, and Mr. Granger as such committee. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion was adopted, and the President appointed Mr. Johnson, of Maryland, Mr. Pollock, and Mr. Granger as such committee. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion was adopted, and the President appointed Mr. Johnson, of Maryland, Mr. Pollock, and Mr. Granger as such committee. Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Expenses
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—It will be necessary that some plan be adopted to defray the expenses of the Conference, and of printing the Journal. I move the appointment, by the President, of a committee of three to take those subjects into consideration. The... Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Expenses
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—It will be necessary that some plan be adopted to defray the expenses of the Conference, and of printing the Journal. I move the appointment, by the President, of a committee of three to take those subjects into consideration. The... Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Expenses
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—It will be necessary that some plan be adopted to defray the expenses of the Conference, and of printing the Journal. I move the appointment, by the President, of a committee of three to take those subjects into consideration. The... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Postpone Voting on the Question until February 25th Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay the Resolution to Postpone Voting on the Question on the Table Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Hitchcock's Amendments to Replace Articles 3 and 7 in the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was taken by States, with the following result: Ayes.—Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, and Virginia—10. Noes.—Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine,... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. TURNER:—I see the resolution does not meet with favor. I will withdraw it. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Print and Lay Hitchcock's Amendment on the Table Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion was agreed to, and the amendment read as follows: Strike out Section 3, and insert the three following: Sec. 3. Congress shall have no power to regulate, abolish, or control within any State the relations established or recognized by the... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Second Resolution to Postpone Voting on the Question until February 25th Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay the Whole Subject on the Table Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote upon Mr. Wickliffe's motion was called by States, and resulted as follows: Ayes.—Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Rhode Island, Tennessee, and Virginia—9. Noes.—Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine,... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Amend the Resolution Limiting Debate on Amendments Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CHASE:—I do not wish to seem unreasonable. As my resolution meets with objection, I will withdraw it in favor of the one adopted by my colleague. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CHASE:—[...] I wish to appeal to this Conference in the name of peace, not to press this vote to-day. We have been discussing general questions. There has been little or no discussion touching the merits of the proposed amendments to the... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—Have gentlemen calculated how many hours this will take? It will amount to a total defeat of all action. We could not get through by the middle of next month. Mr. EWING:—I favor the resolution. All should have a fair chance. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Houston's Amendment to Give Each Delegate Ten Minutes in the Resolution to Amend the Resolution Limiting Debate on Amendments Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. WILMOT:—I object to that very strenuously. Many delegations are divided. I hope the resolution will pass as it is. Mr. HACKLEMAN:—I approve of the rule as it now stands. Practically, it gives ten minutes. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay the Resolution to Amend on the Table Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. HOUSTON:—I will withdraw my motion, at the instance of the gentlemen around me. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CHASE:—The question is upon the adoption of the resolution offered by Mr. Backus. I have accepted it in place of the one offered by myself. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion to lay the resolution of Mr. Backus on the table was lost by the following vote—the vote by States being requested by Mr. Chase: Ayes.—Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island,... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—I presume we all desire to know the result of our labors. I regret to see so much feeling manifested. Perhaps some of us had better take the benefit of the prayers of the church on Sunday. Some of us wish to get our propositions to... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
At this point there were loud calls of "question," and the President put the question to vote, viva voce. The PRESIDENT:—I think the Noes clearly have it. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. BARRINGER:—Is this resolution intended to give the right of reply? If so, we shall have a half-hour speech upon every amendment. Mr. BACKUS:—If any member wishes to divide his time, he can do so; but he can only occupy ten minutes in all. We are... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes.—Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Vermont—11. Noes.—Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina,... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Hall's Amendment to Prohibit Slaves being Brought into Washington to be Sold in the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Hall offered the following, which was read, laid on the table, and ordered to be printed Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The Conference will proceed to the order of the day, and Mr. Pollock has the floor: Mr. POLLOCK:—Brevity is always a virtue. I intend to practice that virtue now. I would not make a single observation, if I did not feel that by keeping... Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Report of the Committee on Credentials 1861-02-22 Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Mr. SUMMERS:—The Committee on Credentials have examined the case of Mr. J.C. Stone, who is commissioned as a delegate from Kansas, and are of opinion that he is duly accredited. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee on Credentials 1861-02-22 Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FIELD:—I understand that he was appointed by Mr. Beebe, the Secretary of the Territorial Government. Mr. CLAY:—There is a provision in the Kansas Act authorizing the Secretary to perform all the duties of the Governor in his absence. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. BROCKENBROUGH:—I represent an old and honored Commonwealth. I speak, remembering the maxing that "a soft answer turneth away wrath." But I should disregard my duty if I did not reply to what was said a few days ago, in arraignment—in unfair and... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Debate to Cease on the Proposals of the Committee on Resolutions Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The hour of one o'clock having arrived, the President announced that under the resolutions adopted by the Conference, general debate must cease, and the Conference would proceed to vote upon the report of the General Committee, and various amendments... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FIELD:—I rise to a question of privilege. What was done by the Conference with the credentials of the gentleman from Kansas? The SECRETARY:—The practice heretofore has been, to consider a gentleman a member, when the Committee on Credentials... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Reconsider the Report of the Committee on Credentials Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FIELD:—I have a serious objection to the admission of the gentleman from Kansas. He holds the commission of the Secretary of the Territory alone, from a man who has never been appointed Governor. It is very irregular. It looks as though the... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay the Whole Subject on the Table Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FIELD:—I ask for a vote by States. The PRESIDENT:—It is somewhat difficult to decide what motion has precedence. What was the motion of the gentleman from New York? Mr. FIELD:—I moved a reconsideration of the action of the Convention admitting... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question was taken upon the motion of Mr. Morehead, with the following result: Ayes.—Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee and Virginia—10. Noes.—Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana,... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CLAY:—I would ask, as a matter of courtesy, not to say of common decency, that Mr. Stone may be permitted to state how and why he came here. Mr. STONE, of Kansas:—I understand that I was appointed by the Secretary of Kansas, who was at the time... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Read the Fourth Rule Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The fourth Rule was read by the Secretary, as follows: 4th Rule.—A member shall not speak oftener than twice, without special leave, upon the same question; and not a second time, before every other who has been silent shall have been heard, if he... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution that Stone's Credentials be Recommitted to the Committee on Credentials Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I wish the Committee on Credentials to stand right with the Conference. We accepted the commission of the Acting Governor as prima facia correct. Mr. VANDEVER:—I wish to offer a resolution. Mr. GUTHRIE:—All resolutions are out of... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Grant Iowa Permission to Vote on the Motion to Lay the Subject of the Admission of the Delegate From Kasas on the Table Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Much discussion here ensued on the subject of the admission of the delegate from Kansas, which was participated in by Messrs. Stockton, Cleveland, Coalter, and others, when Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. STONE observed that he had no desire to force himself into the Conference, and until the question was settled he thought it proper to withdraw. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion was granted, and Iowa being called, voted No; and the vote stood: Ayes, 10; Noes, 10. And so the motion was lost. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The resolution offered by Mr. Field was adopted without a division. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States as Considered by the Convention Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Section 1 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—I hope now the Conference will proceed in the regular way, and that the majority report will be first perfected so far as amendments are concerned, and that then it may be adopted. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Seddon's Amendment to Insert 'Including the Cherokee Grant' in Section 1 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Backus' Amendment to Replace 'Including' with 'Excluding' in Seddon's Amendment to Section 1 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. RUFFIN:—I think the gentleman does not understand the effect of his amendment. Mr. BACKUS:—I do not think we ought to regard the Cherokee grant at all. Mr. FRANKLIN:—I think both the amendments important. Mr. SEDDON:—We must recognize the... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was taken upon the motion of Mr. Backus, and resulted as follows: Ayes.—Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Vermont—11. Noes.—Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri,... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The question is now upon the amendment offered by the gentleman from Virginia, as amended by the Conference. Mr. GUTHRIE:—I hope the amendment will not be adopted. It is not necessary to the sense of the article. It is cumulative in its... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was taken by States, on the adoption of the amendment proposed by Mr. Seddon, as amended, with the following result: Ayes.—Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, Ohio, and... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Franklin's Substitute for Section 1 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Fowler's Amendment to Insert 'or Facilitate' in Section 1 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Reid's Amendment to Insert Clarification that 'Involuntary Servitude' will be Recognised South of the Line in Section 1 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. REID:—[...] I have not expressed my views at large upon the subject of the committee's report. I have earnestly wished to settle the perplexing questions which now distract the country. I do not rise to make a speech. I have not come here to exact... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote, on the request of Mr. Chittenden, was taken by States, and resulted as follows:— Ayes.—Virginia, North Carolina, and Missouri—3. Noes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey,... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. BARRINGER:—I wish to make a suggestion in relation to Mr. Franklin's substitute. I think it is not in order. The Conference has already determined to perfect the committee's report, before substitutes are to be considered. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Curtis' Amendment to Replace the Specifics of Law South of the Line with 'But this Restriction Shall not Apply to Territory South of said Line' in Franklin's Amendment to Section 1 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CURTIS:—[...] My proposition is offered in good faith, and to show that Iowa is disposed to compromise. I do not say that this is as far as she will go. I have inserted the very words used by our fathers. They prohibited slavery north and tolerated... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn until 10:00 Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Pending the consideration of the amendment offered by Mr. Curtis, on motion of Mr. James, the Conference adjourned to ten o'clock to-morrow morning. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order at ten o'clock a.m., by President Tyler, Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order at ten o'clock a.m., by President Tyler, and its proceedings commenced with prayer from Rev. Dr. Butler. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Read and Approve the Journal of 1861-02-22 Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journal of yesterday, in part, was read. The Secretary stated that he had not found time to complete it. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Rescind the Resolution Made to Limit Debate Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
A vote by States was asked by several members. Mr. SEDDON:—I wish to call the attention of the Conference to this subject for a moment. I hope the present rule will not be changed. The debate up to yesterday was upon general questions. We have not yet... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. ALEXANDER:—I will withdraw my motion. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution for Members To Recommend Their Respective States and Constituencies Abide in the Union Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay Venever's Resolution on the Table Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. BUTLER:—I want the resolution read again. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Vote by States Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The resolution was read, and the vote being taken by States, resulted as follows: Ayes.—Rhode Island, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Missouri, and Ohio—11. Noes.—Maine, New Hampshire,... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The Conference will now proceed to the consideration of the order of the day. The question is upon the amendment offered by the gentleman from Iowa, to the substitute for the first section of the report of the committee, offered by the... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Baldwin's Amendment to Insert His Minority Report in the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The gentleman from Connecticut is not in order. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Allow Wool to Record His Dissent in Writing Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. VANDEVER:—I hope the question will be taken upon my resolution at the present time. All the questions we have been discussing are, in my judgment, secondary to another which ought to be first decided. Is this Conference true to the Union—true under... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was then taken by States, upon the amendment offered by Mr. Curtis, to the substitute proposed by Mr. Franklin, for the first article of the section reported by the General Committee, with the following result: Ayes.—Maine, Vermont,... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
This resolution was agreed to without a division. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Franklin's Amendment to Insert Verbal Amendments in his Substitute for Section 1 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FRANKLIN:— [...] These amendments I adopt, and wish them to be treated as incorporated into my substitute. The PRESIDENT:—Such will be assumed as the pleasure of the Conference, as no objection is made. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—I am content, on the part of the committee, that the substitute offered by the gentleman from Pennsylvania should be adopted in the place of the first section of the article reported by the committee. It amounts to the same thing, and is... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Frelinghuysen's Unknown Amendment to Franklin's Amendment to Section 1 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. PALMER:—Does not the gentleman's amendment involve an Hibernicism? I think if we are to adopt the report of the committee, the Franklin amendment admits of no improvement. It had better stand as it is. If we undertake to change it we shall all get to sea. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN:—I withdraw my proposition. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question upon the adoption of Mr. Fowler's amendment resulted as follows: Ayes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, Indiana, Illinois, and Iowa—10. Noes.—New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland,... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Groesbeck's Amendment to Insert 'by Congress or the Territorial Legislature' in Franklin's Amendment to Section 1 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FRANKLIN:—I think the suggestion a very proper one. I will accept the amendment. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. WILMOT:—I only wish to understand where we are. Have we disposed of the word "facilitate"? The PRESIDENT:—That amendment was not adopted. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Wilmot's Amendment to Insert 'Legal' in Franklin's Amendment to Section 1 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was taken upon the adoption of the amendment, and resulted as follows: Ayes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Indiana, Illinois, and Iowa—9. Noes.—Rhode Island, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware,... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Goodrich's Amendment to Insert 'Not Embraced by the Cherokee Treaty' in Franklin's Amendment to Section 1 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. JAMES:—It was moved yesterday to insert the words, "or facilitate" after the words "hinder or prevent," in that part of Mr. Franklin's amendment which negatives the right to pass laws. What was done with that? Mr. FOWLER:—Nothing. I moved it, and... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. EWING:—I have looked into this subject, and I do not think the proposition would be improved by the amendment. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GOODRICH:—Then I will withdraw it for the present. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—I hope the vote on the main question will now be taken. It is evident that the sense of the majority is against accepting amendments. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Renew Goodrich's Amendment and Vote by States Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote upon the amendment offered by Mr. Goodrich was taken, with the following result: Ayes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Iowa—11. Noes.—Rhode Island, New Jersey,... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Turner's Amendment to Insert 'or Encourage' in Franklin's Amendment to Section 1 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—We have already decided this question. In every practical sense the words are synonymous. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was taken upon the amendment offered by Mr. Turner, and resulted as follows: Ayes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, Indiana, Illinois, and Iowa—10. Noes.—New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware,... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—I ask the Conference now to let us have a vote. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Exempt the President from the Ten Minute Rule Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Palmer was agreed to without a division. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
President TYLER:—I am very grateful for the compliment which the Conference extends to me in the vote which has just passed. I will not abuse its kindness. The amendment which is offered may, at first sight, appear to be extraordinary; but I wish to... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
President TYLER: [...] As the amendment may be divided into two parts—one relating to appointments to office, and the other to the public domain—I would ask that the vote may be taken upon each proposition separately. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Seddon's Amendment to Insert a Paragraph Concerning Appointments to Office in Franklin's Amendment to Section 1 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Seddon's Amendment to Insert a Paragraph Concerning Public Domain in Franklin's Amendment to Section 1 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was then taken upon the first portion of the amendment proposed by Mr. Seddon, with the following result: Ayes.—Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Kentucky, and Missouri—5. Noes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut,... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. JOHNSON:—I cannot concur in the vote just given by Maryland. I desire to have my dissent recorded. Mr. CRISFIELD:—I dissent, also, from the vote of Maryland. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. RUFFIN:—That raises again every question we have been discussing. The word, as used in the substitute, only refers to the status in fact. Mr. GUTHRIE:—This brings up all our old troubles. Let us reject it. Mr. RANDOLPH:—I wish to understand this... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
President TYLER:—The last part of the amendment will be considered as withdrawn. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
McCurdy's Amendment to Insert Provision that Involuntary Servitude Not be Carried into any Territory in Franklin's Amendment to Section 1 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—I hope we shall reject all such amendments. I consider this simply procrastination. Mr. JOHNSON, of Missouri:—I wish to raise a point, a question of order. This conflicts directly with the sense of the substitute proposed. We ought not to... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was taken upon the amendment proposed by Mr. McCurdy, with the following result: Ayes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, and Iowa—7. Noes.—Rhode Island, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland,... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Propose a New Substitute Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The question is now upon the adoption of a substitute—that offered by the gentleman from Pennsylvania—to the first section of the article reported by the committee. I do not think any other substitute is in order at the present time. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. EWING:—I do not think any delay is necessary. We can let them vote on Monday. Mr. SUMMERS:—I only wish to say a word of explanation in behalf of the Committee on Credentials. The delay in the case of Kansas is not the fault of that committee. The... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was taken on the motion to adjourn, with the following result: Ayes.—Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, and Indiana—5. Noes.—New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The question will now be taken upon the substitute of the gentleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. Franklin), offered for the first section of the article reported by the committee. Which vote being taken, resulted as follows: Ayes.—Maine, New... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Seddon's Amendment to Insert a Paragraph Concerning Appointments to Office and Public Domain in Franklin's Amendment to Section 1 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FIELD:—There seems to be a misapprehension as to the proper time for offering substitutes for the whole report of the committee. I shall act upon the understanding that the proper time to offer them will be when we have gone through with the report... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Request the President of the Convention Call on the President-Elect of the United States and Inform him the Members Wish to Wait Upon Him Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Logan was agreed to unanimously. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn until 19:30 Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion was agreed to, and the Conference adjourned. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order by the President, at half-past seven o'clock. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Visit the President-Elect at Nine O'Clock Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—I have addressed a note to the President-elect, announcing the desire of the Conference to offer their respects to him in a body, at seven and one-half o'clock this evening, or at such other time as would be agreeable to him. I have... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference then proceeded to the order of the day, being the consideration of the second article of the section reported by the committee. [Editors' Note: This text implies that the Conference have concluded debate on the first article.] Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Section 2 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Guthrie's Amendment to Reword Section 2 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Saturday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Report of the Committee on Credentials 1861-02-23 Saturday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Mr. SUMMERS:—I would ask to interrupt the order of business for a moment, in order to make a report from the Committee on Credentials, in the Kansas case. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee on Credentials 1861-02-23 Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The Secretary will make the entry, as no objection is made. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Summer's Substitute for Section 2 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—The gentleman from Virginia desires to try his motion. For the present, I will withdraw mine. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I will accept the amendment, and treat it as a part of my substitute. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote upon the adoption of the substitute proposed by Mr. Summers resulted as follows: Ayes.—Rhode Island, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Missouri—9. Noes.—Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts,... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Appoint a Committee of Three to Make Arrangements for Introductions to the President-Elect Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Wickliffe was agreed to, and the President appointed Messrs. Wickliffe, Field, and Chase, as the committee. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Wickliffe was agreed to, and the President appointed Messrs. Wickliffe, Field, and Chase, as the committee. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Wickliffe was agreed to, and the President appointed Messrs. Wickliffe, Field, and Chase, as the committee. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Wickliffe was agreed to, and the President appointed Messrs. Wickliffe, Field, and Chase, as the committee. Saturday February 1861Committee: Committee on Introductions with the President-Elect
The motion of Mr. Wickliffe was agreed to, and the President appointed Messrs. Wickliffe, Field, and Chase, as the committee. Saturday February 1861Committee: Committee on Introductions with the President-Elect
The motion of Mr. Wickliffe was agreed to, and the President appointed Messrs. Wickliffe, Field, and Chase, as the committee. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FIELD:—I have only a word to say on this subject. There are very grave objections to this classification of sections. I will not repeat them here. I supposed the sense of the Conference had been expressed against it. But I wish to inquire why this... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Johnson's Amendment to Insert 'Except by Discovers, and for Naval and Commercial Depots and Transit Routes' in Summer's Substitute for Section 2 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Saturday February 1861Committee: Committee on Introductions with the President-Elect
The motion of Mr. Wickliffe was agreed to, and the President appointed Messrs. Wickliffe, Field, and Chase, as the committee. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Reconsider the Vote on Summers' Substitute for Article 2 Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn until 10:00 on Monday Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
For the purpose of waiting on the President, on motion of Mr. Ewing, the Conference adjourned until the 25th inst., at ten o'clock a.m. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Convention was called to order at ten o'clock, pursuant to adjournment, by President Tyler, Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. BROCKENBROUGH:—I feel a deep solicitude in this subject. We are here for the purpose of settling a great difficulty. Instead of settling it, we shall add to it by placing these unnecessary obstructions in the way of acquiring territory in future.... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Convention was called to order at ten o'clock, pursuant to adjournment, by President Tyler, and prayer was offered by Rev. Dr. Smith. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Read and Approve the Journal of 1861-02-23 Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journal of Saturday was read. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Record Indiana's Vote against Curtis' Amendment Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference granted the leave asked, and the vote of Indiana was accordingly entered upon the Journal. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolutions from the Democrats of Pennsylvania Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. POLLOCK:—The policy of the Conference from the beginning has been not to receive or consider resolutions of a partisan character. That decision was made on one of the early days of our session, upon a series of resolutions adopted by a convention... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Enter the Resolutions on the Journal and Lay Them on the Table Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Clay was agreed to, and the resolutions were laid on the table. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Brockenbrough's Unknown Amendment to Section 2 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Postpone the Motion to Reconsider the Vote on Summers' Substitute Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I will not withhold my consent to the postponement. But I hope the members of this Conference will consider my amendment, and give it their attention when it comes up again. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of Article 2 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—Such will be taken as the pleasure of the Conference. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Guthrie's Amendment to Strike Out 'by land, sea, or river' in Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Guthrie's motion was adopted without a division. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Guthrie's Amendment to Insert 'by sea or river' in Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Which motion was also agreed to without a division. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Hitchcock's Amendment to Replace Section 3 with Provision to Prevent Congress Gaining Power to Regulate Laws Concerning Slavery in the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Hitchcock's Amendment to Insert a New Section 4 Protecting Slavery in the District of Columbia in the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Hitchcock's Amendment to Insert a New Section 5 to Protect Provisions for the Return of Enslaved People to Slave States and Limit Taxation on Enslaved People in the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
James' Amendment to Reword Hitchcock's Amendment to Replace Section 3 with Provision to Prevent Congress Gaining Power to Regulate Laws Concerning Slavery in of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CHASE:—This amendment would be limited in its application to the States. Congress would still have power in this respect over Territories. Mr. GUTHRIE:—The report of the committee has been agreed upon after much discussion, and printed. We all... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote upon the amendment offered by Mr. James resulted as follows: Ayes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, and Indiana—7. Noes.—Rhode Island, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Fowler's Unknown Amendment to Hitchcock's Amendment to Section 3 with Provision to Prevent Congress Gaining Power to Regulate Laws Concerning Slavery in of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—I have already decided that the substitute is open to amendment. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Appeal from the Decision of the Chair Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—I will state the ground of my decision. It is true, as claimed by the gentleman from New Jersey, that if the propositions of Mr. Hitchcock are rejected these amendments may be moved to the sections reported by the committee. If, on the... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
A somewhat confused debate here arose, when Mr. Randolph withdrew his appeal from the decision of the chair. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Baldwin's Amendment to Strike Out the Part of the Section Concerning Taxation in Hitchcock's New Section 5 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. HITCHCOCK:—I supposed the Conference would understand my purpose. It was to substitute my three sections for the third section of the committee's report. I did not suppose this series of amendments would be offered. For the present, I will withdraw... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. HITCHCOCK:—I supposed the Conference would understand my purpose. It was to substitute my three sections for the third section of the committee's report. I did not suppose this series of amendments would be offered. For the present, I will withdraw... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. HITCHCOCK:—I supposed the Conference would understand my purpose. It was to substitute my three sections for the third section of the committee's report. I did not suppose this series of amendments would be offered. For the present, I will withdraw... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. HARRIS:—The gentleman forgets that if we once adopt them, they are no longer subject to amendment. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. BRONSON:—I wish to make a suggestion. I don't know but Parliamentarians would call it a point of order. Now let us go on and decide whether we will, or will not, adopt the third section as reported by the committee. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Seddon's Amendment to Insert 'or obstruct, hinder, prevent, or abolish' in Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SEDDON:—[...] By the section as reported by the committee, Congress is prohibited from controlling or abolishing slavery in any State or Territory. This amendment which I propose will prevent any action in relation to it—in aid of it, or otherwise.... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay Seddon's Amendment on the Table Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—[...] The question is upon the motion of the gentleman from Virginia to amend the third section of the article reported by the committee. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—[...] The question is upon the motion of the gentleman from Virginia to amend the third section of the article reported by the committee. [Editors' Note: This decision does not recognize, and thus implicitly drops, Mr Wood's motion to... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote upon the amendment proposed by Mr. Seddon resulted as follows: Ayes.—Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Missouri—6. Noes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Seddon's Amendment to Replace 'City of Washington' with 'District of Columbia' in Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Seddon was agreed to without a division. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—I do not see why this privilege of bringing their slaves into the District should be limited to members of Congress. Mr. GUTHRIE:—It is not. The expression is "representatives and others." Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Seddon's Amendment to Insert 'and Virginia' in Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The amendment proposed by Mr. Seddon was rejected by the following vote: Ayes.—Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Missouri—5. Noes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Seddon's Amendment to Insert Provision That Enslaved People Transported by Sea Be Protected by the Federal Government as Property in Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—The committee did not require the assent of Virginia, because no part of the present District came from Virginia. We thought it unnecessary. Mr. DENT:—Maryland and Virginia originally joined in the cession of the District to the United... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—I would inquire of the gentleman from Virginia whether it has not already been decided that this species of property is as much entitled to Federal protection as any other. I refer to the "Creole" case. The British Government made... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote upon Mr. Seddon's amendment resulted as follows: Ayes.—Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Missouri—4. Noes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Seddon's Amendment to Insert Provision to Protect the Rights of Transit for Slave Owners through Territory That Does Not Recognise Slavery in Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SEDDON:—[...] I only wish to say in reference to this amendment that it secures a right specifically referred to in the resolutions of Virginia under which this Conference is called. On that account I feel bound to offer it, but I will not occupy... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The amendment proposed by Mr. Seddon was rejected by the following vote: Ayes.—Virginia, North Carolina, Kentucky, and Missouri—4. Noes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Seddon's Amendment to Include the Terms "Master" and "Slave" in Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—What I have already said applies with equal force to this amendment. I will not repeat my objections. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The amendment offered by Mr. Seddon was rejected by the following vote: Ayes.—Virginia, North Carolina, and Missouri—3. Noes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Hall's Amendment to Insert Provision Prohibiting Bringing Enslaved People into the District of Columbia for the Purpose of Being Sold in Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Ames' Amendment to Replace Hall's Amendment by Inserting 'for personal service only' in Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—We have no intention of reviving the slave-trade in the District. I have no more to say. Mr. DODGE:—I hope this section will not be left in doubt. When I first read it I said to myself, "This thing will never do; it will bring the... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. AMES:—Will the gentleman from Vermont accept my amendment? Mr. HALL:—No. I cannot accept it. I offer the amendment in good faith, for I believe it necessary. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. MOREHEAD, of North Carolina:—Cannot we avoid the verbiage of the amendment? Mr. EWING:—I shall vote against the amendment of the gentleman from Vermont, so that I can vote for that proposed by Mr. Ames. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote upon Mr. Hall's amendment being taken by States, resulted as follows: Ayes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, and Kansas—11. Noes.—Rhode Island, New Jersey, Pennsylvania,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
McCurdy's Amendment to Insert Provision Preventing the Sale of Enslaved People in Free States in Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. HALL, of Vermont:—[...] It is well known that much of the agitation upon the question of slavery has formerly arisen from the existence of the slave-trade in the District of Columbia. Since the prohibition of 1850, the public mind has been much... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—I insist there is not the slightest necessity for this amendment. I hope gentlemen will stop interposing these useless propositions; they confound the sense of the article, and we are guarding against questions which by no possibility can arise. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was then taken on the amendment of Mr. McCurdy, and resulted as follows: Ayes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, and Kansas—11. Noes.—Rhode Island, New Jersey, Pennsylvania,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. HOWARD:—I would ask the gentleman from Connecticut if he ever knew or heard of a case where a slave was sold in a free State? Mr. McCURDY:—I do not intend to argue that question; but as I am appealed to, although the proviso is adopted, I will... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Reid's Amendment to Exclude Black People from Citizenship and Suffrage in Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—This is worse than ever, and it comes from the South too. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. REID:—I will withdraw it then. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion for the Previous Question Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Objections and cries of "No, no," were made by several members. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—I will withdraw the motion. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Reconsider McCurdy's Amendment to Article 3 Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was reconsidered without a division, Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was reconsidered without a division, and the immediate consideration of the question passed. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Renew Hitchcock's Substitute for the Third Section Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FIELD:—I thought when the motion to reconsider the vote upon Mr. McCurdy's amendment was agreed to, it was understood that the consideration of the whole section was to be passed for the present. My vote upon that amendment was given deliberately,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay Hitchcock's Substitute on the Table Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SMITH:—I rise to a question of order. I think the question now should be on Mr. McCurdy's amendment. I ask for information. I do not quite see how that amendment can be informally passed over without at the same time passing the consideration of... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Browne to lay the motion of Mr. Hitchcock on the table, was agreed to without a division. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Baldwin's Amendment to Strike Out 'Nor Shall Congress have Power to Authorize any Higher Rate of Taxation on Persons Bound to Labor than on Land' in Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—The first statutes passed by Congress on this subject recognized the right to tax slaves. This implied the right to hold slaves. This recognition of the right of taxation was made in express terms. The gentleman has forgotten the history... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was taken by States on the amendment proposed by Mr. Baldwin, with the following result: Ayes.—Maine, Massachusetts, and Connecticut—3. Noes.—New Hampshire, Vermont, New York, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Rhode Island, New Jersey,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Fowler's Amendment to Strike Out 'without the consent of Maryland' in Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FOWLER:—[...] I can see no necessity for requiring the consent of Maryland to the abolition of slavery in the District. There is no more reason for it than for requiring the consent of Maine, or any other State. By the cession of the District to... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FOWLER:—I did not suppose my motion would meet with such serious objections. If they exist I will withdraw it. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Bates' Amendment to Replace 'Bound' with 'Held' and Insert 'or Service' throughout Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The amendments proposed by Mr. Bates were adopted without a division. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Carruther's Amendment to Insert 'Involuntary' in Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. EWING:—I had rather leave out the word "involuntary;" it would look better. As the section now stands, both voluntary and involuntary service are included. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CARRUTHERS:—By the insertion of the words "service" in Mr. Bates' amendment, one portion of my purpose is accomplished. I will withdraw my motion. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GROESBECK:—I would ask if it is now in order to move a substitute for the whole section. I have one which meets my wishes, and which, I think, will meet the views of, and be acceptable to, the Conference. Mr. CRISFIELD:—I do not think it is in... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Groesbeck's Substitute for Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. ROMAN:—Has not the gentleman entirely left out the provision relative to bringing slaves into the District of Columbia? Mr. GROESBECK:—I have, because I believe it entirely unnecessary. Cannot the South take a proposition that is fair? A slave... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Groesbeck's Amendment to Prevent Congress from Abolishing Slavery without Compensation in His Substitute for Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. DODGE:—I wish to support the proposition of Mr. Groesbeck; and let me say one thing farther: our words should be plain and simple; we should use language which common men can understand, and which does not require to be construed by lawyers. Above... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GROESBECK:—I am willing to amend Section 4 of the substitute I offer, by denying to Congress the power to abolish the relation without making compensation, and the section may be thus considered. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Consider McCurdy's Amendment to Section 3 Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT (Mr. Alexander in the chair):—The motion of the gentleman from Connecticut is out of order. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Crisfield's Amendment to Insert 'or Impair' in Groesbeck's Substitute for Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GROESBECK:—I think the amendment improves it. I will accept it. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Renew McCurdy's Amendment to Section 3 Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Reconsider the Vote on Hall's Amendment Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FIELD:—I oppose the motion. The amendment is both proper and necessary. It can certainly do no harm to the South; and if the South wishes to be fair, it will not object to it. Mr. CHITTENDEN:—I oppose the reconsideration of the vote adopting Mr.... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FOWLER:—I will withdraw my motion. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN:—I certainly wish some one would renew the motion to reconsider the vote upon Mr. Hall's amendment. I do not like to do it myself, but I think if that amendment were reconsidered, we would fix upon some terms that would be... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. AMES:—I do not see the necessity for adopting Mr. McCurdy's proposition. I think it amounts to nothing. It is simply a prohibition in the Constitution against the exercise of a right which no one wishes to exercise. I oppose it because it is... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Appeal from the Decision of the Chair Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Chase appealed from the decision of the Chair, and upon the appeal the decision was sustained. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FIELD:—I understand this decision cuts off both the amendments offered by Mr. Hall and Mr. McCurdy; that compels us to vote against the proposition of Mr. Groesbeck. Mr. CHITTENDEN:—The amendment offered by my colleague, Mr. Hall, has been... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was then taken upon Mr. Groesbeck's amendment, and resulted as follows: Ayes.—New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Ohio, and Indiana—7. Noes.—Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Maryland,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—I feel that my mission here is ended, and that I may as well withdraw from the Conference. I seem to be unable to impress gentlemen with the necessity of accomplishing any thing. The report of the committee is not satisfactory to the... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Renew McCurdy's Amendment to Section 3 Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Pollock's Amendment to Insert 'but not for traffic or sale' in Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. McCurdy's amendment was rejected by the following vote: Ayes.—Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Indiana, and Iowa—7. Noes.—New Hampshire, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Pollock's amendment was then adopted without a division. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Vandever's Amendment to Insert Provision that Nothing in the Section Prevent States from Prohibiting the Introduction of Slavery or Slaves through it's Limits in Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote upon Mr. Vandever's amendment resulted as follows: Ayes.—Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Indiana, and Iowa—7. Noes.—New Hampshire, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Pennsylvania. Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Allow Clay to Introduce the Crittenden Amendment as a Substitute for the Committee's Report Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The consent of the Conference was not given to Mr. Clay's proposition. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. EWING:—If the laws of New York will permit the sale of slaves within the limits of that State, then we should prohibit the sale in the Constitution as proposed; but so long as that State has power to pass a law prohibiting it, there is no necessity... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. TUCK:—I am in favor of the amendment proposed by the gentleman from Pennsylvania. It is not proper or best to encumber these propositions with amendments that are not necessary. Mr. LOGAN:—Every State has the right to regulate transit within its... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FIELD:—This does not cover Mr. McCurdy's proposition at all. Is there any secret purpose here to bring into the Constitution a provision which will permit the sale of slaves in free States? If there is not, why not say plainly that the States shall... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Groesbeck's Amendment to Exclude the Right of Transit from Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Ruffin's Amendment to Replace 'without its consent' with 'against its dissent' in Groesbeck's Amendment to Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GROESBECK:—I will accept the amendment. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The amendment of Mr. Groesbeck was agreed to by the following vote: Ayes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Ohio—10. Noes.—Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion for an Evening Session Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote upon Mr. Granger's motion was taken by States, and resulted as follows: Ayes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, and Kansas—13. Noes.—Rhode Island, New... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
On motion of Mr. Chase the Conference adjourned. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order at half-past seven o'clock, Mr. Alexander in the chair. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Appoint a Committee of Two to Arrange for the Printing of the Journal Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Smith was adopted, Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Smith was adopted, and the President appointed as such committee, Mr. Smith, of New York, Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Smith was adopted, and the President appointed as such committee, Mr. Smith, of New York, and Mr. Howard, of Maryland. Monday February 1861Committee: Committee on Printing the Journal
Mr. SMITH, of New York:—I move that a committee of two be appointed by the President to arrange for the printing of the Journal. The motion of Mr. Smith was adopted, and the President appointed as such committee, Mr. Smith, of New York, and Mr.... Monday February 1861Committee: Committee on Printing the Journal
Mr. SMITH, of New York:—I move that a committee of two be appointed by the President to arrange for the printing of the Journal. The motion of Mr. Smith was adopted, and the President appointed as such committee, Mr. Smith, of New York, and Mr.... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Hitchcock's Amendment to Strike Out 'or Territory of the United States' in Section 3 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—I have the same objection to this as to other amendments. It may not be important, but I do not want to commence by adopting amendments at all. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question was taken upon the amendment proposed by Mr. Hitchcock, and was agreed to by the following vote: Ayes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, and Kansas—10. Noes.—Rhode Island,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I now desire to call up for consideration the amendment proposed by myself on the evening of the 23d instant. The state of the case is this: Mr. Johnson, of Maryland, moved an amendment to my proposition, which was accepted; my amendment... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The amendment of Mr. Summers was adopted by the following vote: Ayes.—New Hampshire, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Missouri, and Ohio—12. Noes.—Maine, Massachusetts,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—No further amendment being offered to the second and third sections, the Conference will proceed to the consideration of the fourth section of the report, or any amendments proposed to that section. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—No further amendment being offered to the second and third sections, the Conference will proceed to the consideration of the fourth section of the report, or any amendments proposed to that section. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Section 4 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
None being proposed, the Conference proceeded to the fifth section. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Section 5 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Seddon's Amendment to Strike Out Section 5 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—I think it very important to retain this section; it can, certainly, do no harm. We all agree, North and South, that the foreign slave-trade should not be revived. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The amendment offered by Mr. Seddon was rejected by the following vote: Ayes.—Virginia, North Carolina, Kentucky, and Missouri—4. Noes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Bradford's Amendment to Insert 'by Citizens of the United States' in Section 5 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CROWNINSHIELD:—I object to this amendment. It would nullify the operation of the section entirely. There are in the United States thousands of persons who are not citizens, but who, under such a provision of the Constitution, would revive the... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. BRADFORD:—I do not desire to embarrass the action of the Conference, and I will withdraw the amendment. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
James' Amendment to Strike Out 'from places beyond the limits thereof' in Section 5 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The amendment of Mr. James was agreed to by the following vote: Ayes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, and... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Reconsider the Vote on James' Amendment Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. BACKUS:—I am against this reconsideration. So far as I am concerned, I do not propose, in this Conference, to recognize the secession of the States at all. I deny the legal power of a State to withdraw itself from the Union without the consent of... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. MOREHEAD:—This is a matter which requires some reflection, and, on the whole, I am inclined, for the present, to withdraw my proposition. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Seddon's Amendment to Replace 'are forever prohibited' with 'The Congress shall have power to prohibit' in Section 5 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference refused to agree to the amendment of Mr. Seddon by the following vote: Ayes.—Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Missouri—5. Noes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Morehead's Amendment to Insert a Provision that it shall be 'the duty of Congress to pass laws to prevent the importation of slaves' in Section 5 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. MOREHEAD:—I accept the amendment of Mr. Wickliffe, and should have inserted it myself had it occurred to me. My proposition as it now stands, covers both the points here made; it declares the entire prohibition of the slave-trade, and it makes it... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The amendment offered by Mr. Morehead was agreed to by the following vote: Ayes.—Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois—11. Noes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. ALLEN:—This would be a most effectual way of reviving the slave-trade. It would remove the constitutional prohibition, and permit Congress to prohibit or permit it, as that body may choose. Would that ever hereafter be considered a crime which... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Wickliffe's Amendment to Insert 'or coolies, or persons held to service or labor' in Morehead's Amendment to Section 5 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Crowninshield's Amendment to Strike Out Section 5 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Crowninshield was rejected by the following vote: Ayes.—Massachusetts, Virginia, and Tennessee—3. Noes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, North... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The Conference will now proceed to the consideration of the sixth section. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Section 6 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
No amendment being offered thereto, the Conference proceeded to the seventh section. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Section 7 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Logan's Amendment to Insert 'free white' in Turner's Substitute for Section 7 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The amendment offered by Mr. Logan was adopted by the following vote: Ayes.—New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Indiana, and Illinois—10. Noes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. TURNER:—I suppose the purpose of my colleague has been attained. If there is a delegation willing to make such a distinction in the Constitution, they will, of course, support the amendment as it is now amended. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was then taken upon the amendment, as amended, with the following result: Ayes.—None. Noes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference refused to adjourn, by the following vote: Ayes.—Maine, Connecticut, New York, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, and Kansas—7. Noes.—New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The question recurs upon the amendment of the gentleman from Pennsylvania. The vote upon the question of agreeing to the motion of Mr. Wilmot, resulted as follows: Ayes.—Maine, New York, Indiana, Vermont, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Turner's Substitute for Section 7 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Wilmot's Amendment to Insert a Provision that Citizens Be Compensated if Injured by Mob or Riot in Another State in Section 7 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—I am opposed to this amendment upon the general principles I have so often stated. I oppose it for another reason. I am not in favor of an amendment which encourages mobs and riots at the North, and I will not consent to one which, like... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. HACKLEMAN:—If such a proposition were to come from a free State, the mover would be charged with attempting to destroy all hope that the committee's report could be adopted by the people. However, if the friends of the report are willing to adopt... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question being taken on the amendment of Mr. Barringer, resulted as follows: Ayes.—Virginia, North Carolina, and Kansas—3. Noes.—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—I repeat my objection to all these amendments. If our work here is to have any efficacy, we must adhere to the report. Why bring in another bone of contention? Mr. ORTH:—Will you not extend the same protection to free citizens which you... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question was taken on the motion of Mr. Frelinghuysen, with the following result: Ayes.—Connecticut, Delaware, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, New Hampshire, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Barringer's Amendment to Insert a Provision That the Cost of Compensation Be Taken from the 'county, city, or town in which such arrest shall have been prevented, or rescue made' in Section 7 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Frelinghuysen's Amendment to Insert a Privileges and Immunities Clause in Section 7 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Ames' Amendment to Replace 'Force' with 'Violence or Intimidation' in Section 7 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion was agreed to without objection. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Orth's Amendment to Insert 'And such fugitives, after such payment, shall then be discharged from such service' in Section 7 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was then taken upon the amendment proposed by Mr. Orth, with the following result: Ayes.—Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Kansas—10. Noes.—Connecticut, Delaware, Kentucky,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Clay's Amendment to Insert a New Section 8 in Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United State as Considered by the Convention Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. BRONSON:—The gentleman from Kentucky is entirely mistaken in his statement of the decisions of the northern courts or northern governors. The decisions are uniform so far as I know, that where the offence charged is either a crime at common law, or... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was taken upon Mr. Clay's amendment, and resulted as follows: Ayes.—Kentucky, Missouri, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia—5. Noes.—Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, New York,... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. ROMAN:—I have not hitherto addressed the Conference, but I should do myself injustice if I remained silent any longer. I came here in good faith, encouraged with the hope that this Conference would do something which would indicate a purpose to... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
And on motion, at two o'clock a.m., the Conference adjourned. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference, pursuant to adjournment, was called to order at eleven o'clock. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Prayer was offered by Rev. Dr. Gurley. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Omit the Reading of the Journal Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The President informed the Conference that in consequence of the length of the Journal of yesterday, the Secretary had not been able to write it out, and that it would be necessary to omit the reading thereof this morning. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Reconsider Orth's Amendment Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question was then taken upon Mr. McCurdy's motion, and resulted as follows: Ayes.—Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, Ohio, Vermont and Kansas—11. Noes.—Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Orth's Amendment to Reword His Amendment to Read 'after the master has been paid therefor' in Section 7 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. ORTH:—I understand there is some difference of opinion between members of the Conference as to the effect of the phraseology of my amendment. I will change that phraseology, and make the amendment read as follows: "And such fugitive, after the... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was then taken upon the amendment as amended, and resulted as follows: Ayes.—Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, New Hampshire, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. BRONSON:—The motion to reconsider is not necessary. Connecticut can record her vote as she wishes to have it stand. It will not change the result. The PRESIDENT:—I think the motion is in order, if made by Connecticut. Mr. BATTELL:—I will move to... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The question now recurs upon the amendment offered by Mr. Orth. On this amendment the vote will be taken by States. Mr. WHITE:—I consider this amendment as entirely unnecessary. The result which it seeks to attain is only the... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Morehead's Amendment to Insert 'and the negro when thus emancipated shall not be permitted to leave the State in which the emancipation takes place' in Orth's Amendment to Section 7 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Backus' Amendment to Substitute 'and the acceptance of such payment shall preclude the owner from further claim to said fugitive' in Orth's Amendment to Section 7 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay Bronson's Amendment on the Table Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Guthrie prevailed without a division. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay Field's Amendment on the Table Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FIELD:—This motion is debatable. Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN:—I submit that the motion of the gentleman from New York is not an amendment; that it is an addition, and may be laid on the table without affecting the remainder of the report. Mr. BRONSON:—We... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Ewing prevailed by the following vote: Ayes, 11; Noes, 10.* Messrs. Meredith, Wilmot, and Chase dissented from the votes of their respective States. [Chittenden's Note:] *I relied upon the Journal for the individual list of the... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Field's Amendment to Insert Provision that the Union Be Indissoluble in Section 7 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. MOREHEAD, of Kentucky:—I am opposed to this amendment upon every ground. I would rather see some direct scheme of emancipation adopted and inserted in the Constitution. Adopt this amendment, and the result is inevitable. It would amount to... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FIELD:—I now offer it distinctly as an amendment to the 7th section, to avoid the quibbling by which a direct vote was avoided before. It may as well be understood that other than slave States have certain rights upon this floor, and that those... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—In the opinion of the Chair it is not in order. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Field's Amendment to Insert 'The Union of the States, under the Constitution, is indissoluble' in Section 7 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—I hope this amendment will be adopted. As a Southern man, I declare that it is acceptable to me. Let us adopt it, and end the matter. [Cries of "Agreed."] Mr. JOHNSON, of Missouri:—I have a very serious objection to putting any bid in the... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Field's Amendment to Insert a New Section 8 Affirming the Indissolubility of the Union in the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—Is it necessary to put this into the Constitution? Does not the gentleman think the Constitution prohibits secession now? If so, let him offer a resolution to that effect, and I will vote for it. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—That is entirely a matter of opinion. The Chair cannot rule out an amendment on that ground. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FIELD:—If gentlemen will give us a square vote on my proposition, I will not debate it. Mr. GUTHRIE:—I believe every word that is stated in that proposition. It is all in the Constitution now; but the South thinks differently, and this is one of... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FIELD:—I desire to obtain a clear vote upon this question, and not have it pass off upon any technical points. I will withdraw my amendment, Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Field's Amendment to Substitute Provision That No State May Withdraw from the Union Without Consent for Section 7 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Goodrich's Amendment to Substitute Provision That No State May Secede from the Union for Field's Amendment to Section 7 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. MOREHEAD, of North Carolina:—There is no objection on my part against the gentleman from New York taking any course he pleases, and as much time as he likes; but I should regret extremely to have this amendment adopted, and to have the Constitution... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—I think the amendment of Mr. Goodrich is not in order. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Field's Amendment to Reword His Substitute for Section 7 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FIELD:—As suggested by a friend, I will modify my motion, and state it in this way, which certainly will avoid all these objections: "It is declared to be the true intent and meaning of the present Constitution, that the Union of the States under... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. COALTER:—Does the gentleman mean this as a substitute for the entire report of the committee, for all that we have hitherto done? Mr. FIELD:—Certainly not. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Buckner's Amendment to Insert Provision That the Section Shall Not Be Construed to Give the Federal Government Power to Pursue War against a State in Field's Amendment to Section 7 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay Field's Second Amendment on the Table Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CRISFIELD:—I shall vote against this amendment. I believe the Constitution is endowed with sufficient authority to accomplish its own preservation, and to carry into execution its own laws; and, believing so, I deny the right of secession, but the... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN:—I hope the gentleman from New York will withdraw his resolution. The view of this Convention is against secession, and we all know that the Union of the States under the Constitution is indissoluble. We know just as well that it is... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—I do not think the point of order is well taken. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Bronson's Substitute for Field's Amendment to Section 7 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Vandever's Amendment to Insert a Section Concerning Navigation of the Mississippi River in the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay Vandever's Amendment on the Table Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Crisfield prevailed by the following vote: Ayes.—Delaware, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, New Hampshire, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Vermont, and Virginia—14. Noes.—Connecticut,... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Consider Baldwin's Substitute Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Consider Seddon's Substitute for the Majority Report Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. TUCK:—I also have a substitute to offer. I shall not discuss it. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. WILMOT:—I desire to ask whether this proposition is in order. Mr. BROCKENBROUGH:—I insist that it is. I assert the existence of certain rights, and I want these rights protected under the Constitution. Rights without remedies are anomalies of... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The Chair is inclined to rule this amendment as not in order. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Take the Vote on Section 1 of the Majority Report Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. KING:—Like my colleague, I have taken but little part in the discussions in this Conference. I cannot be justly charged with having occupied time unnecessarily, as I have spoken on but one occasion, and then very briefly. I would not speak now if I... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question upon agreeing to the amendment of Mr. Buckner was then taken by States, with the following result: Ayes.—Delaware, Maryland, Missouri, North Carolina, and Virginia—5. Noes.—Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, New... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. BRONSON:—My motion is now in order as an amendment. I insist that the question should be taken upon its adoption. Mr. WICKLIFFE:—Does the gentleman propose to put this into the Constitution? If the gentleman wishes to publish it as his speech, I... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question on the adoption of Mr. Bronson's motion was taken viva voce, and the amendment was rejected. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The question now recurs on the amendment offered by the gentleman from New York—Mr. Field. Mr. RIVES:—I hope the Conference will pardon me for saying a few words upon this motion. I feel so sensibly the gravity of the consequences... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was taken upon the amendment proposed by Mr. Field, and resulted as follows: Ayes.—Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Kansas—10. Noes.—Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—I now submit that we ought to take the vote on the substitute proposed by the gentleman from Connecticut. I trust we are through with speeches, and hope we shall now get to some result. We may as well vote upon all these propositions... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Somes' Amendment to Insert a Section Concerning Freedom Of Speech in the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay Somes' Amendment on the Table Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SOMES:—Is not that motion debatable? The PRESIDENT:—It is not debatable. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion to lay the amendment offered by Mr. Somes upon the table, prevailed by the following vote: Ayes.—Delaware, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Virginia, and... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—I hope now that we may be permitted to take the vote at once upon the report of the majority. Mr. REID:—Before this vote is taken, I deem it my duty to myself and my State to make a remark. I came here disposed to agree upon terms that... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Brockenbrough's Amendment to Insert a Clause Protecting the Rights of the Slave States in Section 1 of the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—I think this motion is out of order, and the question will be taken on the motion of the gentleman from Kentucky for the adoption of the first section, which the Secretary will now read. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Section 1 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States [Final] Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was taken in the midst of much partially suppressed excitement, and the announcement of the vote of different States occasioned many sharp remarks of dissent or approval. After the vote was announced, for some minutes no motion was made, and... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion to reconsider was then adopted by a vote of 14 ayes to 5 noes, Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion to reconsider was then adopted by a vote of 14 ayes to 5 noes, and the Conference adjourned to seven o'clock and thirty minutes this evening. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order pursuant to adjournment by the President. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn until 10:00 Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion to adjourn was agreed to; ayes 17, noes 3, and the Conference adjourned. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference assembled pursuant to adjournment, and was called to order by President Tyler. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Prayer was offered by Rev. Dr. Gurley. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Section 4 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States [Final] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. RUFFIN:—Before the final vote is taken, I wish to say a word by way of explanation. My colleague says he cannot vote for the report of the committee because he does not approve the whole of it. I do not like the first article, but the report as a... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn until 19:30 Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Section 5 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States [Final] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Vote on the Sections as a Whole Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adopt Section 1 Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Section 2 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States [Final] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Section 3 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States [Final] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—It is the opinion of the Chair that this motion is not in order. Each section, when once approved by a majority of votes, stands as the order of the Conference. These sections have been severally taken up, amended, and adopted, and no... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Appeal from the Decision of the Chair Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The question is, Shall the decision of the Chair stand as the order of the Conference? Mr. CHASE:—As I have no wish except to secure a fair vote, and the opinion of the Chair may be technically correct, I will withdraw my appeal. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution That No State of This Union Has Any Constitutional Right to Secede Therefrom Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay Franklin's Resolution on the Table Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Coalter's Amendment to Replace Franklin's Resolution with Provision That the Term of the President Be Six Years Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Section 6 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States [Final] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Section 7 of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States [Final] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The amendment of Mr. Coalter was rejected by a viva voce vote. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Seddon's Substitution of His Additional Amendments for Franklin's Resolution Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Lay Seddon's Amendment on the Table Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question was taken on the motion to lay the amendment on the table, and resulted in an affirmative vote. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Postpone Franklin's Resolution Indefinitely Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question was taken on Mr. Ruffin's motion, with the following result:— Ayes.—Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Rhode Island, Tennessee, and Virginia—10. Noes.—Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine,... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adopt the Preamble and Present the Document to the Senate and House of Representatives Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
This motion was agreed to. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Remove Injunction of Secrecy Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Preamble of Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States [Final] Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Barringer was agreed to by a viva voce vote. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Print Johnson's Resolution in the Journal Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Leave was granted to Mr. Johnson as requested, and his resolution was as follows: Resolved, That while the adoption, by the States of South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas, of ordinances declaring the dissolution... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution Expressing Hope that the Seceded States Return whilst Acknowledging That the Union Should Not Be Maintained By Force Wednesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Expenses
Report of the Committee on Finance on the Expenses of the Conference Wednesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Expenses
Mr. POLLOCK:—The Committee on Finance have made an examination of the expenses which have been incurred for printing, stationery, &c., by the Conference. It has been, already stated that the expense of printing the Journal is met by the city of... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee on Finance on the Expenses of the Conference Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Adopt the Report of the Committee on Finances Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
And the resolution was unanimously adopted. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
And the resolution was unanimously adopted. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Letter from the Willards Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Thank Messrs Willard Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
And the resolution, which was unanimously adopted, was as follows: Resolved, That the thanks of this Convention are justly due, and are hereby given, to the Messrs. Willard, for the liberal and generous tender, free of charge, of the use of the Hall... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Thank the Mayor and the Council of the City of Washington Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Dodge offered the following resolution, and that, too, was unanimously agreed to: Resolved, That the thanks of this Convention are justly due and hereby given to the Mayor and Council of the city of Washington, for their kindness and liberality to... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Thank the Clergymen of the City Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
On motion of Mr. Randolph, the thanks of the Conference were tendered to the clergymen of the city for their services during the Conference. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Thank the Secretary and His Assistants Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The thanks of the Conference were also presented to the Secretary and his assistants. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Thank the President of the Convention Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The resolution being seconded by Mr. Hackleman, it was unanimously adopted; Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Adjourn and Meet Informally until 15:00 Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn sine Die Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report, that the committee have examined the credentials of the following gentlemen, and find them duly accredited as members of this body: New York.—William E. Dodge. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report, that the committee have examined the credentials of the following gentlemen, and find them duly accredited as members of this body: [...] Tennessee.—Samuel Milligan, Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report, that the committee have examined the credentials of the following gentlemen, and find them duly accredited as members of this body: [...] Tennessee.— [...] Josiah M. Anderson, Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report, that the committee have examined the credentials of the following gentlemen, and find them duly accredited as members of this body: [...] Tennessee.— [...] Robert L. Carruthers Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report, that the committee have examined the credentials of the following gentlemen, and find them duly accredited as members of this body: [...] Tennessee.— [...] Thomas Martin Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report, that the committee have examined the credentials of the following gentlemen, and find them duly accredited as members of this body: [...] Tennessee.— [...] Isaac R. Hawkins Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report, that the committee have examined the credentials of the following gentlemen, and find them duly accredited as members of this body: [...] Tennessee.— [...] R.J. McKinney Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report, that the committee have examined the credentials of the following gentlemen, and find them duly accredited as members of this body: [...] Tennessee. [...] Alvin Cullom Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report, that the committee have examined the credentials of the following gentlemen, and find them duly accredited as members of this body: [...] Tennessee.— [...] William P. Hickerson Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report, that the committee have examined the credentials of the following gentlemen, and find them duly accredited as members of this body: [...] Tennessee.— [...] George W. Jones Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report, that the committee have examined the credentials of the following gentlemen, and find them duly accredited as members of this body: [...] Tennessee.— [...] F.K. Zollicoffer Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report, that the committee have examined the credentials of the following gentlemen, and find them duly accredited as members of this body: [...] Tennessee.— [...] William H. Stephens Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The resolution being seconded by Mr. Hackleman, it was unanimously adopted; whereupon President Tyler addressed the Conference as follows: "Gentlemen of the Conference: "The labors of this Convention are drawing to a close. Before we separate never... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report, that the committee have examined the credentials of the following gentlemen, and find them duly accredited as members of this body: [...] Tennessee.— [...] A.W.O. Totten. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report, that the committee have examined the credentials of the following gentlemen, and find them duly accredited as members of this body: [...] Illinois.—John Wood Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report, that the committee have examined the credentials of the following gentlemen, and find them duly accredited as members of this body: [...] Illinois.— [...] Stephen T. Logan Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report, that the committee have examined the credentials of the following gentlemen, and find them duly accredited as members of this body: [...] Illinois.— [...] John M. Palmer Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report, that the committee have examined the credentials of the following gentlemen, and find them duly accredited as members of this body: [...] Illinois.— [...] Burton C. Cook Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am instructed by the Committee on Credentials further to report, that the committee have examined the credentials of the following gentlemen, and find them duly accredited as members of this body: [...] Illinois.— [...] Thomas J. Turner. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: New York.—David Dudley Field Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: New York.— [...] William Curtis Noyes Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: New York.— [...] James S. Wadsworth Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: New York.— [...] Erastus Corning Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: New York.— [...] Amaziah B. James Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: New York.— [...] James C. Smith Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: New York.— [...] Addison Gardner Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: New York.— [...] Greene C. Bronson Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: New York.— [...] John A. King Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: New York.— [...] John E. Wool. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: [...] Massachusetts.—John Z. Goodrich Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: [...] Massachusetts.— [...] John M. Forbes Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: [...] Massachusetts.— [...] Richard P. Waters Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: [...] Massachusetts.— [...] Theophilus P. Chandler Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: [...] Massachusetts.— [...] Francis B. Crowninshield Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: [...] Massachusetts.— [...] George S. Boutwell Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: [...] Massachusetts.— [...] Charles Allen. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: [...] Missouri.—John D. Coalter Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: [...] Missouri.— [...] Alexander W. Doniphan Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: [...] Missouri.— [...] Waldo P. Johnson Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: [...] Missouri.— [...] Aylett H. Buckner Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report that they find the following gentlemen duly accredited as members of the Convention: [...] Missouri.— [...] Harrison Hough. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report as members of this Convention the names of the following gentlemen from the State of Maine:—William P. Fessenden Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report as members of this Convention the names of the following gentlemen from the State of Maine:— [...] Lot M. Morrill Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report as members of this Convention the names of the following gentlemen from the State of Maine:— [...] Daniel E. Somes Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report as members of this Convention the names of the following gentlemen from the State of Maine:— [...] John J. Perry Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report as members of this Convention the names of the following gentlemen from the State of Maine:— [...] Ezra B. French Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report as members of this Convention the names of the following gentlemen from the State of Maine:— [...] Freeman H. Morse Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report as members of this Convention the names of the following gentlemen from the State of Maine:— [...] Stephen Coburn Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I am directed by the Committee on Credentials to report as members of this Convention the names of the following gentlemen from the State of Maine:— [...] Stephen C. Foster. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—The Committee on Credentials have received and considered the credentials of Mr. Francis Granger, of New York, appointed to fill a vacancy in the delegation from that State, occasioned by the resignation of Mr. Addison Gardiner. They are... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—The Committee on Credentials have received and considered the credentials of Mr. Francis Granger, of New York, appointed to fill a vacancy in the delegation from that State, occasioned by the resignation of Mr. Addison Gardiner. They are... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—The Committee on Credentials have examined the case of Mr. J.C. Stone, who is commissioned as a delegate from Kansas, and are of opinion that he is duly accredited. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I would ask to interrupt the order of business for a moment, in order to make a report from the Committee on Credentials, in the Kansas case. The defect adverted to in the case of Mr. Stone, has been supplied to the satisfaction of the... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I would ask to interrupt the order of business for a moment, in order to make a report from the Committee on Credentials, in the Kansas case. The defect adverted to in the case of Mr. Stone, has been supplied to the satisfaction of the... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I would ask to interrupt the order of business for a moment, in order to make a report from the Committee on Credentials, in the Kansas case. The defect adverted to in the case of Mr. Stone, has been supplied to the satisfaction of the... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SUMMERS:—I would ask to interrupt the order of business for a moment, in order to make a report from the Committee on Credentials, in the Kansas case. The defect adverted to in the case of Mr. Stone, has been supplied to the satisfaction of the... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Commissioners representing a number of the States, assembled at Willard's Hall, in the City of Washington, D.C., on the fourth day of February, A.D. 1861, at 12 o'clock m., Monday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Resolutions of Rhode Island Tuesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Resolutions of New Jersey Tuesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Resolutions of Pennsylvania Tuesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Resolutions of Delaware Tuesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Resolutions of Kentucky Tuesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Resolutions of Ohio Tuesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Resolutions of Indiana Tuesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Resolutions of New York Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Resolutions of Tennessee Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Resolution of Illinois Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Resolutions of Massachusetts Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
Resolutions of Missouri Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Rules of the Conference Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Chase's Amendment to Insert 'The Yeas and Nays of the Delegates from Each State, on any Question, Shall be Entered on the Journal when it is Desired by any Delegate' in Rule 1 Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Strike Out Rule 9 of the Printed Rule List Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. FIELD:—I rise to debate that motion. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—Then I withdraw it. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Dent's Amendment to Insert a New Rule That Dissenting Members May Have Their Dissent Entered on the Journal Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CHASE:—I suggest whether it would not be better to call the yeas and nays, on the motion of any Commissioner. I have heretofore introduced a resolution to that effect, which, with the gentleman's permission, I will now call up. Mr. DENT:—I won't insist. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question was taken on the resolution offered by Mr. Chase, and it was rejected, and the additional rule proposed by Mr. Dent was adopted. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Bronson's Amendment to Insert Provision That No Member Be Allowed to Speak More than Three Minutes on Any Proposition in the Rules Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Ellis' Amendment to Insert 'Each Section and Each Distinct Proposition Shall be Voted on Separately' in the Rules Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—I think this motion is out of order, Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Preamble and Resolutions Adopted by the General Assembly of the State of Virginia on 19 January 1861 Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The motion of Mr. Morehead was unanimously adopted. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Benjamin C. Howard, a commissioner from the State of Maryland, was unanimously appointed temporary Secretary. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The following gentlemen were then appointed such Committee on Rules and Organization: [...] Indiana, Godlove S. Orth. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journal of yesterday was read, and after amendment, was approved. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adopt the Recommendation on Officers Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
It was then moved, and unanimously voted, that the part of the report relating to officers, be accepted, and the officers designated be appointed. Tuesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
Seddon's Amendment to Insert Provision That No Part of the Journal Be Published without Leave of the Conference in Committee Recommendation on Rules Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journal of yesterday was read, and after sundry amendments, was approved. Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
Resolution to Procure Stationery and Provide for Printing Costs Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—[...] The Committee on Rules have therefore requested me to report the following resolution: Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Resolution to Procure Stationery and Provide for Printing Costs Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The resolution of Mr. Wickliffe was agreed to. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
After sundry amendments, the Journal was approved. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journal was read, corrected, and approved. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
After the reading and amendment of the Journal, Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journal, after sundry amendments, was approved. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journal was read by Assistant Secretary Puleston, and, after sundry amendments, was approved. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journal of yesterday was read, corrected, and approved. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Conference was called to order at half-past seven o'clock, Mr. Alexander in the chair. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn until Monday Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SEDDON:—I object to an adjournment until Monday. We can meet here to-morrow and do any business which may come before us. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The several motions of Mr. Clay, with the alteration suggested by Mr. Seddon, were then agreed to without a division. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. HITCHCOCK:—I would like to understand whether we all construe the rule referring to the secrecy of our transactions alike. I am told that different constructions are placed upon it by different members, and would suggest the propriety of the... Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
Mr. Morrill, of Maine, and Mr. Crowninshield, of Massachusetts, were announced as members of the committee under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie. Saturday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
Mr. Morrill, of Maine, and Mr. Crowninshield, of Massachusetts, were announced as members of the committee under the resolution of Mr. Guthrie. Saturday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
On motion of the respective delegations the following gentlemen were added to the committee raised on the resolution of Mr. Guthrie: New York.—Mr. Field. Missouri.—Mr. Doniphan. Tennessee.—Mr. Zollicoffer. Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
On motion of the respective delegations the following gentlemen were added to the committee raised on the resolution of Mr. Guthrie: New York.—Mr. Field. Missouri.—Mr. Doniphan. Tennessee.—Mr. Zollicoffer. Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
On motion of the respective delegations the following gentlemen were added to the committee raised on the resolution of Mr. Guthrie: New York.—Mr. Field. Missouri.—Mr. Doniphan. Tennessee.—Mr. Zollicoffer. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—I take this opportunity to announce to the Convention that the Door-keeper of the House of Representatives has transmitted to the Chair cards admitting members of this body on to the floor of the House. These cards will be delivered by... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SEDDON:—The passage of this resolution is all I ask. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Charles A. Wickliffe, of Kentucky, moved the adoption of the resolutions, and said: Mr. President, I rise to tender my most cordial sanction and second to the resolutions which have just been read. Mr. Wright and myself entered the councils of... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Publish Proceedings and Close the Special Session Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The proceedings upon the death of Judge Wright were, by the Conference, ordered to be published, and the special session closed. Thursday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
Mr. Seddon's Substitute of the Chittenden Resolutions as Modified by Virginia for the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
Mr. BALDWIN:—[...] As one member of the minority, I have drawn up a report embodying my own views and perhaps those of some of my colleagues, which I now present for the consideration of the Conference: Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
Mr. SEDDON:—The report presented by the majority, I think, is a wide departure from the course we should have adopted. Virginia has prepared and presented a plan, and has invited this Conference to consider it. I think we ought to take up her... Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
Mr. Baldwin's Substitute for the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
Mr. Seddon's Minority Report Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
Mr. SEDDON:—The report presented by the majority, I think, is a wide departure from the course we should have adopted. Virginia has prepared and presented a plan, and has invited this Conference to consider it. I think we ought to take up her... Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
Mr. Seddon's Further Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution Friday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
Mr. SEDDON:—The report presented by the majority, I think, is a wide departure from the course we should have adopted. Virginia has prepared and presented a plan, and has invited this Conference to consider it. I think we ought to take up her... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Seddon's Minority Report Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Seddon's Substitute of the Chittenden Resolutions as Modified by Virginia for the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Seddon's Further Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Baldwin's Substitute for the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Journal was read by the Assistant Secretary, Mr. Puleston, and, being corrected, was approved. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Accept Baldwin's Substitute in Place of the Committee Report Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion for Leave to Introduce a Resolution Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question was taken, and upon a division the leave to introduce it was refused. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. BALDWIN continued:—Now, what are we asked to do by the majority of the committee? It is not to unite with Kentucky or to accede to her wishes for a convention of the States, under the Constitution, but to thwart the wishes of Kentucky, and to... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The amendment and the motion were adopted without objection. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee on Credentials 1861-02-23 Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
No objection was made, and Mr. Granger's name was added to the list of delegates from New York. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. MOREHEAD, of North Carolina:—The gentleman cannot do that, as several motions are involved. I object to his proposal to withdraw the resolution. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. BALDWIN:—I rise for the purpose of supporting my motion to substitute the report presented by myself for that presented by the majority of the committee. As I was about to remark, when the resolution just disposed of was introduced, I will consent... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—I think the question should first be taken on the motion to strike out the last clause in the resolution. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The Conference, previous to its adjournment yesterday, adopted the motion of Mr. Dodge, fixing this hour for the commencement of the present session. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. DAVIS:—I move to amend the resolution by inserting ten minutes instead of thirty minutes. Mr. FIELD:—Is it seriously contemplated now, after gentlemen upon one side have spoken two or three times, and at great length—after the questions involved... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—As I stated yesterday, I now wish to call up my resolutions relating to the termination of the debate, and to have a vote taken upon them. [Editors' Note: When the Convention voted to lay the whole subject on the table, it is not clear... Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—It is subject, at any time, to a motion to lay on the table. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. RANDOLPH:—That is my motion. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—I think the Conference has a right to pass upon the credentials. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—I think this is a privileged question. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Appeal from the Decision of the President Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—I think the resolution of the gentleman from Iowa is in order now. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. GUTHRIE:—I will now renew my proposition, and ask a vote upon it by States. Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Vote by States Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote upon the substitute offered by Mr. Guthrie, for the section of the article reported by the committee, resulted as follows: Ayes.—New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Tennessee, Kentucky, and... Saturday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The Secretary read the report as follows: Section 1. In all the present territory of the United States, not embraced within the limits of the Cherokee treaty grant, north of a line from east to west on the parallel of 36° 30´ north latitude,... Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SMITH, of New York:—I would inquire whether any action has been taken under the order of the Conference for the printing of the Journal from day to day. It is very important that we have these Journals, that we may know exactly what has been done.... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Vote by States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. BALDWIN:—Which motion is in order—mine or that of the gentleman from Virginia? The PRESIDENT:—The gentleman from Ohio having withdrawn his amendment, the proposal of the gentleman from Connecticut is no longer before the Conference. Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Vote by States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Vote by States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Vote by States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CHASE:—There is, certainly, a misunderstanding as to the effect of the vote laying the amendment offered by Mr. Hitchcock upon the table: it was offered as a substitute to the third section; if it did not carry the whole section to the table, then... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Although it may not be strictly in order, yet, as a part of my plan, I wish to bring forward a substitute which I shall offer to the seventh section of the committee's article, which, if adopted, should be numbered SECTION 9. Congress shall provide by... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SEDDON:—[...] I shall not detain the Conference for five minutes in the discussion of this amendment. I wish, however, to have the words "master and slave" somewhere inserted in this article, in plain English language, so that the dangerous... Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Vote by States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Vote by States Monday February 1861Committee: The Convention
It was read as follows: Whereas unhappy differences exist, which have alienated from each other portions of the people of the United States, to such an extent as seriously to disturb the peace of the nation and impair the regular and efficient action... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. BALDWIN:—I move that my substitute be taken up, and ask that it may be read. It was read as follows: Whereas unhappy differences exist, which have alienated from each other portions of the people of the United States, to such an extent as... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote was then taken by States on the substitute proposed by Mr. Baldwin, and the substitute was rejected by the following vote: Ayes.—Connecticut, Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, and Vermont—8. Noes.—Delaware,... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. SEDDON:—The substitute which I propose embodies the Crittenden resolutions, with the modifications suggested by Virginia. These are principally confined to the first section, which is made to apply to our future as well as our present territory. I... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Vote by States Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question on agreeing to said amendment resulted in the following vote: Ayes.—Kentucky, Missouri, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia—5. Noes.—Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, New... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Record the Vote of Kansas in the Negative Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—Leave will be given unless objection is made. [Editors' Note: No objection was made.] Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. CHASE:—I have not thought it best to occupy much of the time of the Convention in discussing the propositions presented for its decision. I have indeed been impressed with an idea that a decision upon these propositions just now may be... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question on agreeing to said amendment resulted in the following vote: Ayes.—Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, and Vermont—9. Noes.—Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, North... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The substitute offered by Mr. Seddon was rejected by the following vote: Ayes.—Kentucky, Missouri, North Carolina, and Virginia—4. Noes.—Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, New Hampshire,... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question on agreeing to said section resulted as follows—Indiana declining to vote: Ayes.—Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Tennessee—8. Noes.—Connecticut, Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts,... Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
[Editors' Note: No objection was made.] Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote upon said section resulted as follows: Ayes.—Delaware, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Tennessee—9. Noes.—Connecticut, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, North Carolina, New Hampshire, Vermont, and... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote on the adoption of section two was taken, and resulted as follows: Ayes.—Delaware, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, and Virginia—11. Noes.—Connecticut, Illinois, Iowa, Maine,... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question on the adoption of said section resulted in the following vote: Ayes.—Delaware, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, and Virginia—12. Noes.—Connecticut, Indiana,... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Tuck's Substitute Resolutions for the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Wilmot's Amendment Embracing an Unconditional Proposition for the Call of a Convention in the Proposals of Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. BRONSON:—This has been voted down already. Mr. WICKLIFFE:—What changes do you gentlemen from Pennsylvania and Ohio wish to make in the report of the committee? Would you adopt that report in a General Convention? Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The Chair rules that the amendment offered by the gentleman from Pennsylvania is not in order. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Enter Dissents Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question on the adoption of said section resulted in the following vote: Ayes.—Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Vermont, and... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote on the adoption of this section resulted as follows: Ayes.—Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, New Hampshire, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Vermont, and... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote on the adoption of this section stood as follows: Ayes.—Delaware, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, and Kansas—11. Noes.—Connecticut, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, North... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The vote on the adoption of this section was as follows: Ayes.—Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, and Kansas—12. Noes.—Connecticut, Iowa, Maine, Missouri, North... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Vote by States Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question was taken by States, Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The question was taken by States, and resulted as follows: Ayes.—Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, and Virginia—9. Noes.—Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, New... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. Browne moved that the Conference adjourn without day, and his motion was adopted by the following vote: Ayes.—Delaware, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, Ohio, Rhode Island, Tennessee, and Vermont—9. Noes.—Connecticut, Indiana, Missouri,... Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Vote by States Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
A vote by States was then taken, Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Vote by States Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Motion to Vote by States Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
The PRESIDENT:—The vote will be taken by States. Friday February 1861Committee: The Convention
And the Conference adjourned without day. Wednesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Rules and Organization
And the Conference adjourned without day. Wednesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Credentials
And the Conference adjourned without day. Wednesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Clergy
And the Conference adjourned without day. Wednesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Resolutions
And the Conference adjourned without day. Wednesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Expenses
And the Conference adjourned without day. Wednesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Introductions with the President-Elect
And the Conference adjourned without day. Wednesday February 1861Committee: Committee on Printing the Journal
And the Conference adjourned without day. Wednesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
It was then moved, and unanimously voted, that the part of the report relating to officers, be accepted, and the officers designated be appointed. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
It was then moved, and unanimously voted, that the part of the report relating to officers, be accepted, and the officers designated be appointed. Tuesday February 1861Committee: The Convention
P.S.—J. Henry Puleston will act for me in my absence. Thursday February 1861Committee: The Convention
Mr. TUCK:—I hold in my hand a substitute which I propose to offer for the report of the committee. I know all the delegates have made up their minds how to vote, and what to vote for. Argument now will amount to but little. But I submit this as... Tuesday February 1861