Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1853-1862, 1860-01-29

Thirty -sixth Congress-First session.
WASHINGTON, Jan. 27.-HoUsE-Mr Adrian caused
to be read paragraph from the New York Tribune,
in which it was said that Messrs B. F. Blair, Riggs
Adrian Briggs, and Davis, OF lnd were elected with
the aid Of the Republican votes with the under
standing that they would assist the Republicans in
the organization Of the House
Mr.. Adrian would not engage in personal con-
trOyersy with an editor He had great respect for
r. Greedy, and considered that he had been misin-
formed by some evil disposed party. There was
not particle of truth in the Tribune's statements
He had made no such pledge, and was underno such
obligations as were implied in that statement, but
nevertheless he could imagine contingency when
the interests of the country and his own sense Of
duty might compel him to unite with the Repubi-
cans in efiecting an organization
Mr.. Davis, of Ind, and Mr.. Riggs also denied the
truth Of the Tribunes allegation and on motion of
Mr.. Maynard the House proceeded to vote for Spea-
ker, amid much excitement.
The South Americans voted for Smith, Of North
Carolina. Various Democrats, now seeing there
was prospect Of an election changed their votes
to him. Some made brief explanations to the eff
feet that they wanted to promote harmony. In the
contest there was frequent applause, and marked
attention was paid on all sides. Morris of Pa Nil
ward, Nixon, Scranter and Wood, who had voted
heretofore for sherman now voted for Smith. Be
fore the vote announced, there was a change in
the current Of feeling.
Mr.. John COchrane rose to give his reasons WHY
he could not vote for Smith. Several gentlemen
endeavored to deprive him Of the floor by raising
points of order on him. In conclusion Mr. Coch-
rane changed his vote to Mr.. Mlson He could
vote for none buta Democrat Other explanations
were male by Democrats for change of their
votes for Mr.. Smith
Mr.. McOlernand said as 1t was now in the power
of the Democratic party proper 20 elect Smith, he
changed his vote for him, and expressed his hope
fa1Nf aFHN
him their support
Mr.. BocOck made short speech. He was al
ways willing to unite On any sound man and voted
for him. Other Democratic changes were made to
Smith, accompanied with occasional remarks. some
saying they desired to give peace to the country
and strike blow at the rrepressble conflict pre-
ferring a national Wing to sectional Republican.
Mr.. Norris Of Illinois, said if his vote would elect
Smith he would not give it.
Other EXPLANATIONS were favorable to changing
for Smith. Interest was expressed JhrOughOu ut the
proceedings. More short speeches were made.
Mr., Cobb made humorous speech by way of ex-
hOrtation to his dissenting political friends 20 come
up to the support of Smith He called attention to
the fact that men of all parties voted for HIM If
gentlemen did not avail themselves Of the present
they would never come near electing
nominee who was opposed to the Republicans.
Mr.. Ruftn as the only man standing aloOf from
the Southern phslanx voted, after explanation for
Smith, saying he had been encouraged by his North
arn Democratic colleagues to do so.
Other explanations followed.
Messrs. English and Niback voted for Smith as the
contest was narrowed down between a Republican
and an American
Mr.. Norris, H., wanted Mr.. Smith to say for him
self whether he repudiated the doctrines Of the
Know Nothings. Several Democrats said they had
heard this TACT from his own lips.
Mr.. Burnett thought they ought to let patriotism
be above party at this crisis.
Mr.. Norris wanted Mr.. Smith to answer the cues
ion.
Mr.. Clemens and others objected to Mr.. Smith
Mr. Smith wanted a man to go into the chair I'M
rammelled, as a fair and honest man.
Other votes were changed to Smith, and were
5reeted with applause
Mr.. MOrris-Tll finally came over to Mr.. Smith, !
'eing satisfied that he was noe a Know Nothing |
Tremendous applause followed) Several other
Democrats changed to Smith, among them John |
jOchrane, who had learned that Mr.. Smith never |
vas member Of a Know Nothing lodge but that /
e was an Old-Line Wing, and representative of |
ational principles. applause fCllowed) The in /
crest increased. As the House neared an election 4
lr. Barr changed his vote to Smith, Mr.. Sherman |
Oted for Corwin when Mr.. Judzns changed from 4
NTH TO sherman thus preventing, for the time. an
lection. Mr.. Scranton withdrew his vate for Smith
nd put COrwin in nomination.
Cries of too late" Much sensation.
Nessrs Vallandigham and Cox changed to
ninth. Two more votes were now understood 10 4
e required to elect Smith. Intense interest was
Manifested
Mr. Norris. of Pennsylvania, understanding that
ne Republicans would present Mr. Corwin with
rev his name from Smith, and voted for Corwin
Kisses from the galleries, and cries Of announce
ne vote"
Mr.. Nixon changed from Smith to Pennington.
Ius removing the result further of.
Ma. Keitt commenced making speech
Mr.. Dunn thought Mr.. Keitt's remarks were de-
pnpI delay opdnu 20
] Democrats
Mr.. Keitt proceeded to express the inconsistency
those who voted for and then changed against
r. Smith.
The result was finally announced Whole num-
ar OF votes. 22S; necessary 20 a choice s. Smith
North Carolina, ll2; sherman, LOG Curwin. 4
altering 6.
lir. Stevens moved that the House adjourn to
onday' Carried by six majority. Adjourned.
During our visit to Lowell we were shown
rough the Laboratory Of our celebrated country
an DIR. ). G. AVER. Scarcely could we have be-
wed what IS seen there without proof beyond dis
lting.
They consume barrel of solid Pills. about So
W doses and barrels Of Cherry Peetoral 10000 !
'ses der diem TO what an inconceivable amount
human suffering does this point! 10000 doses q
W Flfty millions Of doses a year! What acres and
ousands OF acres of sick beds does this spread be-
re the imagination. And what synpathies and wool
Nv NV al VI tllis IS taken the but.
as, much OF it Is This cherry Drop, and this SUI
req Flil are to be the companion Of pain and an
-lsh ana SINKING sOrrOw-the Inheritance of our
other I've bequeathed to the whole family of man |
ere the infant darling has been touched too early
the blight that wither halt our race. Its little
ngs are affected and only watching and waiting
al tell winch way its breath shall turn. This red
op on It's table IS the talisman on which its life
al hang. There the blossom of the world Just
Istlng into wOmanhOOd is stricken also Alice
ms most assiduous care sks not. she is still fad
: away. The wan messenger comes nearer and
aIcr every week. This little indictment
all 60 there. their last, perhaps their only hope
lie strong man has planted it in his vitals this same
'ease This red drop by his side is helping him
'esue with the inexorable enemy; the wife Of his
SON. and the cherubs of his heart are waiting in |
x sorrow and fear lest the rod on which they lean
this world. be broken.
U Doctor! Spare no skill nor cost nor toll to give
perlshing sick the best that human art can give
ltCeSt0e (Ieras) NeioS !
oPAIDNG,s PRErRED GLUE-We have examined t
IA micaliy prepared glue specially designed for
pairing furniture, picture frames shell work etc. I
lhout the trouble of'callng in the cabinet maker
progressed repairer. reliable article Of this
"a mas long been an unsuppIied want of the house
ID and If Mr.. Spaldng has succeeded in discover \
the way to make reliable prepared glue that v
Il remain soluble, and umnjured by time and tenn q
,ature. and that will supply a cheap, ever-ready,
l suInclent means for repairing household wares,
ne seems to have done he is a lucky man, and
L be sure Of the hearty gratitude Of all good
lse-keepers. Millions Of dollars will be saved
the preservation and expense o. reporting furni-