Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1860-02-14
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TIEIRTY-sIxTH CONGRESS.
SENATE.


MONDAY, Feb. Is.
SENATE.
The Senate met al one o'clock No prelim.
mary business of moment was transacted.
Mr.. HAUN, in conformity to the practice of
the Senate, had the melancholy duty to an
nounce the death of David c. Broderick, late
senator from California who died in San
Francisco, Sept Is. He fell in a conflict en-
gendered by bitter political contest. He was
born in Washington a little over forty years
before the time of his death. His father was
stone cutter, but a respected artizan and citi
zen. He moved early in life to New York
where his father soon died. His mother and
brother soon followed, and David was left alone.
lie rose to distinguished position in New
York. lie went to California, an early pion
Ger, where he gained popularity, and was elect
ed to the State Senate, and to the presidency
of that body. He had, with laudabe energy,
carved out his own fortune. Mr.. Haun paid
eloquent tribute to his memory.
Mr.. CRITTENDEN followed. He spoke of Mr..
Broderick's personal characteristics, his bold
ness, frankness, honesty, and many fine quail
tiles May he rest in peace.
Mr.. SEWARD re. erred to the expansion OF
the country to the Pacific Mr.. Broderck was
the organizer of American Society IN Cailior-
MIA. He possessed neither birth, education,
fortune, nor any other prestige to advance his
ambition. When he (Sewardl heard OF his
DEATH he experienced more than ordinary sOr
row. He regretted that he had been prema-
turey cut off in life of usefulness and eulo-
gized him as friend and an honest servant
Mr.. FOSTER made some brief alluson to the
manner Of his death, with the view of consid-
ering what action was necessary on the part
of the Senate. He delivered a homiy against
duelllng as crime at common law The
question was, should the Senate pay tribute to
yi1O hnc Na-ilf ID
OF the laws of God and man? For one, what
ever respect he might have for the deceased,
he could not vote for resolutions of respect
Mr.. Foster, in behalf of Mr.. Wade, who was
detained from his seat by indisposition, pro-
nounced brief eulogy on the deceased, in
which he lauded him as an honest and incor-
ruptible man, &c
Mr.. TooMBs said he found the deceased
honest, bold, and truthful, and one of the best
specimens of self made Americans He trust
Ell INN as faithful and honest adversary.
He fell in an honorable contest, in defence of
his honor. He could not have died more
noby. Mr.. Toombs gave his hearty concur
ence to the resolutions.
The several resolutions were adopted, and
the Senate adjourned
HOUSE.
Mr.. Wright was appointed member of
the Committee on the District of Columbia
MIR. Pryor was excused from serving on the
same Committee.
Mr.. SHERMAN's motion to proceed to the
election of a printer was adopted, with the
promise that the House retain the right to
modify existing laws on the subject of print
ing as it may deem proper, the printer receiv-
ing the appointment or election, to do so on the
condition herein set forth. A Committee of
seven was appointed to examine into the law
al IN tn fNr Tho -
sentatives, the prices paid, &C., whose duty
shall be to report thereon, with the least pos
sible delay, such improvement as they may
deem advisable.
Mr.. FLORENCE placed in nomination Mr.. A.
j. Glossbrenner, saying that gentleman was
practical printer, and, if elected, would have
the entire confidence of the House and coun-
try.
Mr.. PETIT nominated John D. Defrees,
also practical printer.
The House then proceeded to vote:
Whole number of votes, 1873
Necessary to choice, 80
DEGREES, (Rep.) SO
GLossBRENNER, (Dem.) 80
GALES & SEAToN, (Whig) 2
Scattering,
The House voted again:
Whole number of votes, 1873
Necessary to choice, 80
DEGREES. (Rep.) 80
GLossBRENNER, (Dem.) 80
GALES & SEAToN, fWhigl 2
Scattering, 2
Further proceedings were interrupted by
message from the Senate, announcing the
death of Mr.. Broderick.
Mr.. BURCH delivered brief eulogy, saying,
in conclusion, that Mr.. Brodericks memory
will long be cherished by the people of Cali
fornia.
Mr u,ey,~ royo +bo ovontf,,I and ron,ont;o
history of his deceased friend, believing his
career would serve as glorious precedent for
the poor and humble who have only the wealth
of intellect to command. They were school
boys together Mr.. IL. said, in the course of
his eulogy, that Mr. Broderck won the admir-.
alton of his friends and the respect of his enc
mics, by energy of character, integrity, and f.
deity to his friends. Mr.. Broderick had no
superior.
Mr.. HICKMAN spoke of Mr.. Broderick as
Gods instrument for mighty purposes. Those
who thought him less than philosopher never
knew him. His every nerve was eXerted to
dignity labor. 1t might be said there was but
Broderck to walk the earth. He raised
poverty into rank, proving the legitimacy Of
its blood. His fame would be as enduring as
the records of public virtue.
Mr.. STOUT paid tribute of respect to his
friend.
as democrat without being a demagogue,
who loved the people but never betrayed them
Men forgot they were Democrats or Repub-
cans, and called themselves "Broderick men,"
Scornful of corruption and tyranny, he was
elevated in the grandeur and purity of his pub
lie and private life.
Mr., NORRIS of Illinois, spoke of Mr. B.
raising himself to eminence by his own energy
of character What had he done that he
should die by the hand of violence? If he
had been less independent, he would have been
living today. He was moral hero, and alike
scorned the smiles and corruptions of power.
No senator, i'll as short time, ever acquired
so widespread fame. When the roll of Cali
torna statesmen shall be called on the judg-
ment day, and Brodenck is inquired for, more
than one voice will reach the ear of Jehovah,
saying :-"Am my brothers keeper 2"
Mr.. SIcKLEs said there were very warm
feelings Of attachment for Mr.. Broderick by
many citizens of New York. among whom his
youth and manhood were passed. He spoke
of Mr. BIS noble traits of character, and called
him the founder OF the Democratic party in
California.
Resolutions of respect were adopted, and
the House adjourned.
From Washington.
WASHINGTON, Feb. l3.-Mr. Grosbrenner