The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1860-02-02
MIR. Stevens moved that the House adioured till
Monday. Carried by majority.

ASHINGroN, JAM 3O-
HousE.-Mr. Sherman rose amid profound silence
Tie said throughout this prolonged contest he had
been supported by large plurality of his friends
They till now had adhered to him with fidelity
and devotion which he respected and which he be
ileved had received the applause of their constitu-
ents They had stood here undismaved amid
threats OF dsunion and Reorganization, conscious
OF the rectitude of their intentions, firm in their
alteration OF the constitution and the obedience to
all laws. They had been silent, firm and manly. |
On the other hand they have seen their ancient and
national adversaries broken into fragments. thew
have seen some of hem combined by written apree
ments to prevent majority of the house from nre.
scribins rules for the organization of this body
they have heard others proclaim that if Repub
lican be elected President of the United States.
they would tear down this fair fabric and break I'm
the Unonof these States, and now thew have seen
Their ancient adversary broken, dispersed and dis
organized, unite in supporting gentlemen in open
and avowed hostility to their organization. I
should regret extremely, and believe it would be
national calamity to have any one who is a sup
porter, directly orindrecty, of this administration
or who owed its allegiance or favor or affection. &C.
cupy any position at thi. house. should regard it
as public calamity to have the power of this house
directly indirectly und n the control of this adj
ministratior, and it would be, it seems to me, "a
tai mistake. fatal policy, to trust the power of
this house in the hands under the control of gen
temen who have proclaimed that in anv event. and
that uEder any circumstances, they would dissolve
the Union of these States regard it as the high
est duty to submerge personal feelings, and that
every man should sacrifice all private feelings, and
interests, for the good ofhis country. proclaim
ed here few days ago, and I have always stood
upon the position that. whenever any of my friends
or associates could combine a greater number of
votes than could, would retire from the same
and give him the honor, if there is any honor in
the position occupy. believe that the time has
now arrived; believe greater concentration can
be made on another gentleman than upon myself
Of those ontsde of the Republican organization,
therefore, respectfully withdraw my name as a
candidates and in doing so, Mr.. Clerk, allow me to
return my heartfelt thanks all my political friends
who have stood by me in this contest, especially to
those with whom l am not connected By party ties,
but by the higher ties of mutual sympathy, respect
and affection. Sir, if had one more favor to ask
Of them, it would be, that in an unbroken column
with an unfalterng front, and unwavering step,
every man of them wheel into the line and cast
his vote in favor of any gentleman belonging to
our organization who can command a majority of
this House, and who can be elected Speaker of this
House.
The House proceeded to vote when the name of
Mr. Larabee was called He sent up a private let
ter written by distinguished German citizens of
Wisconsin. in which the writer said he had convers
ed with various of bis constituents who advis-
ed him to vote for any South American to smoke
out the Black Republicans. This reading was re-
ceived with laughter and cries of good.
The name of the writer was called by Mr.. Pot
ter, among others.
Mr. Larabee said it private letter, but he
would allow his colleague to see the name if he
would call at his room.
The result of the vote was announced amid
breathIess attention. Whole number of votes ;
234; necessary to choice, / Is Pennington, lis;
Smith; ll3; scattering 6.
Mr.. Winslow moved that the House proceed to
another vote.
Mr.. Sherman evidently not having heard Mr.
Winslow claimed his right to the floor. This seem
ingly to be accorded him he made motion similar
to that of Mr. Winslow. (Laughter.)
The House again voted. Whole number of votes
232; necessary to choice III; Pennington receiv-
ed lis; Smith 1l3; Davis, of Ind, 2; Allen / b.
cockl.
The aggregate vote was lessened by Messrs
Pennington and Smith, of n. c., not voting.
Mr.. Wnslow moved that the House adjourn
The Republican side demanded the ayes and
nays.
Mr.. Clemens wanted to know whether the Dem
Ocrat side intended resorting to parliamen tary
tactics and prevent election.
Mr.. Houston did not understand that any one or
that side wished to do so.
The House refused to adjourn-lOS against ~;
and again voted
When the name of Mr.. Riggs was called, he said
he had been informed that his vote for Mr.. Pen
nington would effect his election, therefore,
string to identify himself with the Republican par
ty, he cast it i'm that direction. Applause the
Republican side, and Kisses from the galleries
The ballot resulted as follows: Necessary to
choice. III; Pennington. lis; Smith, 49, scatter
ing, 5. a' lea
Before the result was announced Mr.. Brigg
made personal explanation, saying he would nov
vote for Mr.. Smith, according to his party pledge
bat he anticipated that the time would come wher
he could vote for Mr.. Pennington. applause OF
Republican side.) He accused those who voted 70
Smith and then changed for Pennington, guilty o
infamous conduct.
Mr.. Briggs withdrew his vote for Pennington.
Mr.. Morris. of Pa, and Mr.. Vallandigham, re
piled to the charge made by Mr.. Briggs
Adjourned
WASHINGTON, Jan. 81.
HoUE.-The galleries of the House are as dense
ly crowded as yesterday. The excitement, to day
is intense, nor is the floor encountered with as man
unprvifedged persons
, Mr.. Wilson, in a speech, seconded the nomina
ton of Mr.. McClernand. A spirited debate fol