The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1848-01-01

Of the special order of the day, viz:-the resolu-
ton OF the Mr.. w. A. Richardson, Of Illinois,
proposing that the prosecution Of the war in
Mexico be continued.
Mr.. STEVENS, Of Georgia, offered substitute,
proposing that the troops Of the United States
Army be withdrawn from Mexico; and that ne
gotiations on the subject Of indemnity, such as
had been suggested by Mr.. Clay, in his late
speech, al Lexington, be opened with Mexico.
Ths substitute was warmly debated by Messrs.
Bolts, ofVa., Toombs, Of Ca, and other speak
ers,
Mr.. Boris spoke at length in support of the
resolution which had been proposed as a substi-
tute and urged with much earnestness sgainst the
war, which he declares to be unjust and uncall-
cd fOr-and that II was such war as had been
provoked by American aggression being brought
about by the authorized acts of President Polk.
In the course of his remarks, Mr.. B. took oc-
casion TO denounce with much severity the
course pursued by the President in relation to
the prosecution Of the war, which he severely
scrutinized and condemned.
Mr. Bolts unfinchingly maintained:
LIST. To adhere to the national integrity, obey
the Constitution, and resist Executive encroaeh-
ments.
2. That territory acquired by Congress is in
violation of the Constitution, and in conflict
with the genius and spirit Of our instutions-
5. That the war with Mexico was not brought
on by Mexico.
4. But was brought on by the unauthorized
act Of the Executive in ordering our Army 10
Mexican territory.
5. That We have no right to claim indemnity
for the expenses Of war brought on by the ILL
advised and unprovoked acts Of our public func-
tionaries.
6. That the honor of the nation does not re-
quire the exaction of territory from Mexico,
to which have no claim, and yielding 10
Great Britain territory, the title to which
declared to be clear and unquestionable.
Z. That to exact territory from Mexico would
devolve upon us the necessity Of making sim
liar demand in all future wars which would in
volve us in interminable difficulties.
3. That no more territory can be annexed TO
the United States by virtue Of the war without
involving the agitation Of domestic difficulties,
Ibegetting sectional anImosites and weakening
the ties that connect US together.
9. That il conquered territory be not the oD-
ject Of the war, We can perceive no good reason
for continuing our troops in the heart Of the
enemy's country, by which their lives are ex-
posed and our resources uselessly expended.
10. That conquering nation has nothing TO
lapprehend from anexhibition Of msgnanimity to
defeated foe.
III. That the withdrawal Of our troops under
preliminary arrangements, offers the only hope
Of speedy and lasting peace.
IL. That our institutions, founded upon the
rights of man, rePudiate the doctrine that "might
makes right"
Is. That il, upon the restoration Of peace, it
shall be found that We need a harbor on the Pa
ci6c, We are able and ought to be willing to
purchase it.
IL. That if il shall be determined by the
representatives Of the people that this war shall
be further prosecuted, it will then become the
duty Of men Of all parties to furnish all need
ful supplies to carry on the war with vigor and
effect.
Mr.. Thompson, of Indiana, in the course Of
the debate, proposed that negotiations should be
entered into with Mexico, In relation to Upper
California, Monterey, the bay Of San Francisco,
and that final measures should be adopted, with
a view to determine and mark out the bound
ries between Mexico and the United States
such boundaries as would secure full indemnity
the United States, by the acquisition of terri
tory, and that would remain permanent boun-
dairy between the two countries.
Mr.. TooMBs, of Georgia, was oppose to al
territorial acquisitions or conquest, Of any Por-
ton Of Mexico. He argued that the movement
Of the American army, directed by the Presi-
dent, resulted in producing the war, and after
some further discussion, the whole subject was
laid over.
RIVERS AND HAkBORs
Mr.. WENrwoRrH offered a resolution, declar-
ing that Congress was invested with power to
improve harbors, open rivers, &C., &C., for the
purpose Of facilitating commerce and adding to
the offences of the country. The resolution
passed after some debate. Ayes $50, Noes 81.
A bill was introduced by Mr.. ROBERT SMITH
for the completion of the Cumberland road
through Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Missouri.
The death of Gen. Hamer having been an
uouIced in a message from the House, Mr.. Al
len, responded to the resolutions in an apProPri-
ate and touching eulOgy upon the many good
qualities Of the gallant deceased, and moved
the customary resolutions, which were adopted
The Presidents Message was referred, in de-
tail, to appropriate committees. Mr.. Clingne-
an, of n. c., offered an amendment, and made
a long speech upon it. A part of that speech
we give in tO-day's paper. The rest we have
put by to notice if we can find room time tC
co 50.
Dec -.
Senate.--Mr. Dix, Of New York, introduc eC
bill to repeal the act Of March, 1887, concern
ing pilots Also, bill relating TO testimony
read twice and referred
Bills were introduced directing the Secretary
Of the Navy to purchase the patent right to tbs
nautical ventilator; and to divide Ark ansas into
two judicial districts.
On motion of Mr.. Dayton, a resolution wa,
adopted directing the judiciary committee to en-.
quire what further legislation is necessary &c
carry into effect the treaty with France, in re.
ation to the mutual surrender Of fugitives from
justice.
House-The journal Of Yesterdays proceed
ings having been read,
Mr.. Schenck addressed the Speaker, and said
that he had risen to u question of privilege
T whereupon he offered a resolution that when
, the House should adjourn to-day, il would ad-
journ over to Monday next. The resolution
. was promptly adopted.
The Speaker, as the first business in order un-
T der the rules, called for petitions, commencing
, with the Territory of Wisconsin.
N Mr.. Jonathan ID. Morris, of Ohio, now rose
, and read eulogy on the death Of his predeces-
, sor, Brigadier General Thomas l.. Hamer, who
was eectedts this Congress, but subsequently died
in Mexico, while in the military service of his
country. Mr.. Morris submitted the customary
, resolutions of mourning, which were adopted
And then the House adjourned over to Mon
day.
Dec %
The death Of Mr.. Fairchid was announced, and
no business done.
Mr.. Hale presented a memorial Of the yearly
Meeting of Friends in Indiana, praying Con-
gress to legislate so as to put an end to the wal
and abolish slavery.
1 Mr.. Hale said that as this petition referred to
the subject Of slavery generally, he supposed u
might be considered to embrace the subject OF
the abolition Of Slavery in the District OF CO.
lumbia, and as such TO come within the usual
course adopted by the Senate oflaying the cues
ton OF reception upon the table. As that Gus