The national Republican., 1861-12-05

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another Sup eme Court, in pursuance u the provi
lions OF the Constitution, which in the opinion Of
Consres Will meet the requirements Of the Consti
tuition
RESOLUTIONS AGREED TO-
On motion by Mr.. CLARK,
Resolped, That the marshal OF the District Of
Columbia be directed to report Immediately to
fined in the jail in the city Of Washington, with
the causes OF their commitment, and the names
of the magistrates by whom committed, and
the length Of their Imprisonment, and the names
of the persons who made the first arrest.
On motion by Mr.. WILSON,
Resolved That all laws now in force within
the District Of Columbia relating to the arrest
of persons as fugitives from service or labor,
together with all other laws concerning per
sons Of color within the District OF Columbia.
bo referred to the Committee on the District Of
Columbia, and that the, committee be iurther
instructed to consider the expediency Of abol.
shing slavery In the District, with oompensa.
ton to the loyal holders Of slaves. ....
The Senate adjourned alta late hour, the chief
portion of the time having been consumed in
debating joint resolution touching the oondi-
ton Of colored persons committed to the jail Of
this District. ..' r.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
Mr.. VAN WYCK, tf New York, from T. 9
self CT committee on contracts, submitted .
resolution, asking that the committee be al
lowed to tit during the session of the House,
and report from time to time. Agreed to.
Mr.. UPTON introduced bill providing for
the restoration Of the county Of Alexandria,
Virginia, to the District of Columbia. Re.
ferrpd to the Committee on the District Of Co
lumbia, and ordered to be printed
THE SLAVES IN Tue WASHINGTON JAIL.
Mr.. HUTCHINS, of Indiana, offered the fol-
lowing;
Whereas, 1t is reported that there are con.
SnsS M rs psrsons who are IN not oSassd
with crime, but who are supposed to be slaves:
therefore
Resoloed. That the Committee on the District
truth Of the report, and by what authority said
persons are held and confined, and who are the
owners Of said persons, and what legislation, If
any is Necessary to relieve them from 0onine'
Also, a bill relative to the conHscation Of
slaves held by rebels. Laid over.
Mr.. PENDLETON, Of Ohio. offered q resolu-
ton that the Committee on Military Affairs be
instructed to inquire what change, II any, Ia
necessary in the laws providing for the pay
ment of soldiers who are held as prisoners.
Adopted.
EXCHANGE OF PRISONERS.
Mr.. cox of Ohio, submitted the follow
ing:
Whereas, the exchange Of prisoners in the
present war for the Union has already been
practiced indirectly, and AS such exchange
would not only increase the enlistment and
vigor of our army, but subsefye thehighest In.
terests Of humanity and as such exchange does
not involve the recognition OF the rebels as Il
government: therefore
Resolped, That the President OF the United
States be requested to inaugurate systematic
measures for the exchange OF prisoners In the
present war.
Referred to the Military Committee.
Mr.. RICHARDSON, Of illinois, thought this
was a question that required some dcliberation
aud moved its reference to the Committee on
Military Affairs. Agreed to.
Mr.. HOLMAN, OF Indiana offered the fol-
lowing:
Whereas this House, on the 22d day OF July
last, by An almost unanimous vote, adopted the
following resolution, submitted by the Hon. }.
S' he %oase Representatives of
the Congress Of he United Siates, That the pres
ent dsplorabls civil war has been forced upon
the country by the disuniOnists OF the Southern
Government, and in arms around the Capitol.
That in this national emergency, Congress-,
banishing all feeling Of moro passion or resent.
ment will recollect only its duty to the whole
country; that this war 10 not waged, upon our
part, in any spirit Of oppression, nor for any
purpose Of conquest or suhjugstion, nor pur-
pose of overthrOuing or interfefing with the
rights or established institutions of the States.
but to defend and maintain the supremacy of
| the Constitution, and to preserve the Union
with all its dignities, equalities, and rights Of
| the several States uDimpaired; and that MS soon
rs these objects are accomplished the war ought
| to cease" 'r
And whereas, since that time no event has
occurred to change the policy OF the Govern
| ment; therefore
Resolued, That the principles above expressed
| are solemnly reafRrmed by this House.
Ordered to lie over until Tuesday next.
Mr.. DUNN, Of Indiana, submitted the follow
ing resolution:
Resolped, That the Committee on Foreign
Affairs be instructed to inquire into and report
whether y Is praetcaole ana esped.Sns 20 .nS o1;
Of citizenship In any part OF mis- continent, or
on the adjacent islands south OF the United
States, for the benefit Of such free persons OF
African descent as may choose to migrate there.
to from the United States, or when such eml.
grants may form themselves into independent
colonies under such protection rs may secure
them from foreign molestauon.
Adopted.
Mr.. LOvEJOY, Of Illinois, reported bill
making 1t q penal offence Tor any officer or
) private of the army or navy to capture or re.
tian, or aid In the capture or return, of fugitive
slaves. Postponed until Tuesday, and made
special order.
Mr.. WATTS, of New Mexico, submitted a
preamble and resolution requesting the Secre-
tary of War to report to the House what meas
ures have been taken to enforce and punish
D such officers, now on parole. as were guilty OF
, treason In the surrender Of Fort Fillmore, New
Mexico, In July 18, 1861. Adopted.
Mr.. CONWAY, Of Oregon, offered pream-
bic and resQution In reference to the beligerent
: character acquired by the States now In rebel
8 lion. Laid over until Tuesday next
Mr.. SHIEL, of Oregon, presented a memorial
from the Legislative Assembly of Oregon, and
the petitions of Daniel Harry and others, rela-
: tive to the Oregon city claim in the State of
Oregon, now on ile. Referred to the Com
d mittes on Private Land Claim. Granted.
MIR. ELIOT, OF Massachusetts, Introduced a
J.. bill to prohibit the African "coolie trade" by
!. American citizens in American vessels; re-
| ferred.
Mr. HUTCHINS endeavored to introduce q
lin 90 ahoI;oh alo In tha natrint IF