Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1863-01-17
CONGRESSIONAL.


SENATE.
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16.
Mr. Foster offered resolution directing the
committee on Finance to inquire into the eXpe-
diency Of making an appropriation for the pur-
pose OF encouraging emigration from Europe to
the United States. He said there we're about
O million men withdrawn from peaceful pursuits
and there were great many persons in Europe
inSlustEie-s- and frugal, Who would come to this
country if they had the means. It seemed to
him that under the present circumstances this
was matter ofnationaI concern. The resolution
was adopted
Senator Wilson offered resolution directing
the Secretary Of War TO inform the Senate wheth-
er the limitation on the act authorizing the tata
Of Missouri to raise 1000 men for local defense
had been exceeded, and if so, by what authority
such excess has been allowed. He said il was
reported that great number of men had been
raised IN excess OF the act at great expense
Adopted.
Rice offered resolution directing the Military
Committee TO inquire into and report upon the
practcability Of widening and deepening the Fox
and Wisconsin rivers, to increase their naviga-
ton. Adopted.
instructions from the Postoffice Department con-
cerning the transportation Of certain newspapers
through the mails, which was adopted.
Fessenden called up the bill making apprnpri-
ations for deficiencies IN the civil service of the
Government, which was passed.
Henderson called up the bill providing for Pc
cuniary aid to the State Of Missouri to emanei-
pate the slaves.
Henderson proceeded to address the Senate
in favor Of the bill. He argued at length in favor
Of the constitutonality Of the measure, laiming
there was power under the Constitution to pass
thiE measure almost the same as for removing
the Indians from the States.
On motion Of Wilson, the bill was postponed,
and the bill for the consoli iation Of regiments
taken up. After discussion, it was postponed.
Wilson offered to read a letter from General
Meigs relating to remark made in the Senate
concerning his loyalty The letter went on to
say that If charges were made the authority
ought to be given Objection being made, VIII
son proposed to withdra the letter. He .hought
it might contain has y expressions.
On motion Of Mr.. Fessenden the Senate went
into executive session and adjourned till Mon
HOUSE.
The House considered the bill reported last
June from the Committee on the Whole, with
the amendments authorizing the enhancement of
the Mississippi and Michigan Canal, for the pas
sage Of gunboats, munitions of war, &c. Also,
the enlargement Of the Erie and OsWego Canal,
for similar purposes.
Mr.. HOlmans moved to table the subject Dis
agreed to, by 42 against 90.
Mr.. Stevens moved that the House go into
committee on the bill, providing ways and
means for the -upport Of the Government.
The Speaker, IN reply TO question Of Mr..
Was ashburne, said if Mr.. Stevens motion would
prevail, the Canal bill would remain on the table
with other unfinished business.
Mr.. Washburne demanded the yeas and nays
on the motion TO go into Committee ofthe Whole.
The motion was agreed to by "a against 81.
The consideration OF the Finance Bill was re-
sumed. Mr.. Hooper said that the hill was uot
satisfactory to the Secretary who believed that
some Of its provisions were inexpedient and
would cause serious difficulties in The Depart
ment
Roscoe Conk ing asked the direct question
whether the Secretary would he able to carry on
his Department under this bill
Mr.. Hooper said in his opinion he would not
he had. after consultation with the Seer etary,
prepared n amendment tn the bull which was
read to-day, TO borrow S900.OOO 600 an issue
bonds payable after twenty years, with not eX-
ceedng six per cent. interest. Interest and prin-
cIpsl payable in coin, or treasury notes pay arle
in three yearSaFith interest not exceeding six
per cent payah'e in lawful money or U s. iegal
tender notes The whole amount Of bonds, ready
notes and treasury notes not 70 exceen the sum
Of $500, 100000 talsO authorizes the deposit Of
coin, for which receipts are to he issued in sums
of moi less than seO to be receivable Il the Gus
tom Houses and for payment Of interest on the
public debt.
After con siderable debate, and without coming
to conclusion, the House adjourned till Mon
day next.