Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1847-01-07

men, nor how money coulu DC ProCuicu' iS
knew there was enough Of both IN the country
The sentiment of the American people, and OF
the American army. was for short and sudden
war. The army indeed painted to go forward,
and would, if properly seconded and encouraged
conouer an early peace. He knew that his state
wouid furnish three thousand additional volun
,eers if they were called. And more men were
ready in Pennsylvania.
But what was designed should be done now.
If the volunteers were TO have their pay lncroas-
ed to more than 81 month"; this was the tune,
and they prefer present aid to future provision,
(alludinr TO the design to give them lands.) Some
of the volunteers and his own regiment was a.
mong the number had been without pay for six
months The volunteers were charged enorm-
ously, also for the necessarles OF life. Ten cents
had been paid for pound of poor bread, twenty
cents for sugar, fifty cents for cheese, &C &C
lie cared not whether the war cost twenty mil
lions of dollars or one hundred millions. we
are to carry on the war, and he would imPlore
Congress to vote all the money and men thal
were asked.
do not. said Mr. Baker, address my remarks
more TO one party than 10 another. L know the
Whips too well. apd have known them too long,
TO question their patriotism. 1t had been proved
and wac leyond debate; but let neither Wings
Democrats ue drawn off by other questions
than the existence of the war. Let bank men
and anti. bank men, distribution men and anti
distribution men, Sub-Treasury men and anti
Sub-Treasury men, 40 men and 81 - Here
Mr.. Baker paused, and there was n roar of laugh
ter in the hall Mr.. Baker continued;
" oh breathe not its name
Let it sleep in its shOme'
The party aspect of the question was again re-
sumed, and handsome alluslon made to the Wings
who had sent their sons in foreign land, to fight
the battles of the country upon the field OF bat
tie: the only political contest was who should
be foremost in the fight. This was the substace
ofthe speech, and before closing, Mr. Baker said
he held in his hand resolution, drawn up by
the Secretary of War, and at his own instance
by which the Secretary was required to fur
nish the volunteers clothing, as the soldiers of
the regular army are supplied deductng the
same from their pay. This has not been done
and great have been the sufierlngs among the
volunteers in consequence.
The committee at once disposed Of the sub
ject under consideration, by agreeing to all the
proposed references of the Presidents Message,
and then the committee rose and the resolution
of the Secretary of War, as moved by Mr.. Ba-
ker, was unanimously agreed to.
TUESDAY, Dec. 90
SENATE. On Mr. Mangums motion, the Sem
ate adjourned before the reading Of the journals,
on the announcement of the decease of Mr. Bar
row, u. >. senator from LOUISIANA,
HOUSE. On motion of Mr. Starkweather the
joint resolution offered by COL Baker, and pass
ed yesterday, was reconsidered by vote of 81
TO 81, and referred to the Military Committee.
Mr. HARRISON, from the Military Committee, re-
ported bill TO raise ten additional regiments for
the regular army, to serve five years, or during
the war; also two JOINT resolutions for refunding
to the several States the expenses incurred in
mastering troops, and for the subsistence of vol
unteers until mustered into service. Also bill
to increase the efficiency of the regiments of the
regular Army, and to provide for disabled SOL
diers. Sundry private bills were submitted and
bill authorizing the erection of lighthouses.
MIR c. J. Ingerso offered resolution for the
printing OF 5000 extra copies OF the documents
of 25h June, on Mexican affairs.
Mr. Hamln offered joint resolution closing
the Refectories in the basement of the Capitol,
unless the propretors suspend entirely the sale
OF intoxicating drinks Ad4n,s1 ror the settle
ment of the claims Of New Hampshire. A me-
mortal was presented from nine thousand mem
bers of the yearly meeting of Friends Of New
England, in opposition to the war. After a de-
bate, the motion to print was laid on the table,
by vote of II 10 60.
"WEDNESDAY, Dec. 80
SENATE. Mr. Johnson of Louisiana, announc-
ed, in appropriate terms, the death of his lament
ed colleague, Hon. Alexander Barrow, paying a
lust tribute to his high character and many vr-
tues, and concluding with moving the usual res
olutions.
MIR Benton seconded the resolution, and in a
feeling and impressive manner bore testimoy 10
the noble heart and manly virtues Of the deceas-
ed.
Mr. Breese also bore testimony TO the justice
of the eulogiums which had been PISSED upon the
deceased, and was followed by
Mr. flanagan, whose solemn eloquence touch
ed the hearts of all present.
Mr. Crttenden rose to add his testimony to
what had been said, but was overpowered by his
emotions and sat down.
The resolutions were adopted in silence, and
then the Senate adjourned.
HOUSE,. Mr.. Starkweather explained his re-
marks made yesterday. Had not said that he re-
garded Col. Baker Irresponsible On the con-
trary he considered him responsible. because he
had received in travelling fees as Colonel and
mileage as member of the House, &C., some
$1,000.
Mr. HARRISON, from the Military Committee, re-
ported back the resolution of Mr. Baker, relative
to clothing, so amended as to provide that the
clothing be delivered TO Quartermasters. Pass
ed.
Mr. Baker made personal explanation res
pectlng his course, and quoted presidents show
ing his right to occupy his seat He only want
ed clothing furnished to the men-was indiffer-
ent by what agent.
Mr. Shenck offered resolution inquiring into
the right OF Mr. Baker to occupy a seat in the
House, while holding a commission from the
Government as Colonel.
Mr. Baker had no objection to the resolution
but he did not wish his name dragged before the
country. lie should leave tomorrow, and would
now take leave of the House.
The resolution Of Mr. Shenck was withdrawn
A message was received from the Senate re-
lating TO the death of Senator Barrow.
Mr Morse, or La., nade an eloquent and in
pressiye address. No man, he said, ever com
bincd in a more amiable form those noble quail
ties which make men love them than ALExAN
AMBER BARRow. lie was with him when he
died, when for the last time he pressed his cold
hand. His last words were" | shall meyer sec
Louisiana more" His last moments were pass
ed in tender and heart-rending illusions to his
wife and family. No imam ever had more reason
able expectations of long and brilliant career
The customary Resolutions were adopted, af
ter which the House adjourned ill tomorrow.
THURSDAY, Dec. 81.
y Both Houses Of Congress assembled at noon
70 pay their last tribute Of respect to Senate
Burrows. The coffin was placed in the area il
front of the Secretary's DESK in the Senate
Chamber. The President ofthe United States
the members of the Cabinet, heads of Bureaus
&c. assembled with the Senate.