The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1846-12-31
LATEST INTELLIGENCE.
TWENTY-NINTa CONGRESS.
SECOND SESSION.
WAsHINoror, Dec. 30.

WAsBINoror, Dec. 80.
On motion Of Mr. HuSrIsoroS, the reading Of the
journal was dispensed with.
Mr. JOHNSON, OF Louisiana, announced in appropriate
terms the decsase OF his colleague, Mr.. Barrow Mr.
in his eulogy, paid just tribute to the high chsrsctsr
exalted worth and many virtues of the departed concu
ding his remarksb by moving the usual resolutions
Mr.. BENTON seconded the resolutions and in fssling
and impressive manner, bore testimony to the noble
heart and manly virtues which adorned the decsssed
Mr.. BREEsE followed in a feeling manner endorsing
the justice Of the eulogums which had been passed BY
the gentlemen who preceded him, tie character II
Mr. Barrow and then gave way for
Mr.. HANrEoAN, whose solemn and touching eloquencs
sntranced the hearts Of all present
Mr.. CRrrENDEN to add testimony to ell that had
been said, but was ovspowersd with emotion and sst
down
The resolutions were sdcpted in silsncs-and the -
nate adjourned.
House OF Representatives.
communication was presented from the Secretary
of the Treasury in reply to resolution Of Mr. Rahbun
asking information relative to wsighs gusgsrs, &c.
which was not read.
personal explanation made by Mr.. srAax.
wrArxER Yesterday. in his remarks. he had not said
that he considered Colonel Baker irresponsible He
sidered him responsible because he had received In a
yelling fees Colonel and for mileage msmbsr Of
Congress, some $27oo
Mr.. HARALsos, from the Militsry Committee, report
ed back the resolution offered by Mr. Baker relative 10
clothing for the army ded that the clothing shall
be delivered by the ouartsrsmaster. II was passed.
personal explanation was made by Mr.. BAxER who
quoted presidents to show his right to occupy ssst
and address the House. He desired only that clothing
should be furnished the army and was Indifferent BY
what agent.
Mr.. SCIENCE offered resolution OF enquiry ~ to The
right Of Mr. Baker to occupy seat in the House while
holding commission from governm emit u . Colonel In
the army.
Mr. BAKER had objection to the resolution. but did
not wish his name dragged before the country. He
should leave for the seat Of and took
leave Of the House The resolution was Withdrawn.
message was received from the Senate relative to
the death Of Senator Barrow.
Mr.. MohsE, Of Louisiana, made an eloquent and i'm
prsssivs address "Nons" he said, ever combined IN
more enviable FORM those noble qualities which make
men love them, than Alexander Barrow. He was with
him when he diedwhsn for the last time he pressed his
cold hand his words wers 81 shall soc Louisiana
more" His last moments passed tender and heart
renlipg illusions to his wife and family. No man had
ever reasonable expectations Of long and brilliant
career"
The customary resolutions were adopted, and the
House adjourned until tomorrow
WARRINGTON, Dec. 20.
The Southern mail has arrived, but brings nothing
south of Montgomery, Alabama. Our grain market 10
| fnsetivs. The Pittsburgh telegraph works well.
The Van Ness closed to-day. Eleven jurors CON
ssntsd give verdict against the plaintiff rs Conner
in accordance with the instructions Of the Court.
One dsmurred and was withdrawn by consent Of coun
eel. Tho verdict was rendered by IL.
The case goes 10 the Supreme Court