The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1881-09-29

It was agreed that 1t WAS An urgent necessity to
havo . president Of the senate a. soon as
possible in order that the country might not be
left without an executive head in case OF the
death OF the president of the United States.
What the Democrats might do was not con-
sidored as bearing upon the question, since II
thore was to be struggle over an election
it would come just the same il the senate did
not convene until the constitutional time in
December It was thought that the indications
pointed to an intention on tho part Of the DEM
ocrats to exercise their powor and elect tho
presiding: officer.
EXTRA SESSION OF THE SENATE.
It was decided, therefore, to Call tho session
of the senate for October or thereabouts In
order to secure the attendance Of the full sen
ate the fact was recognized that the call must
be issued at once. The president, therefore,
will probably not delay longer than tomorrow
before issuing the proclamation summonine
tho senators in special SESSION at the time H.
dictated.
NOT ACCEPTED
WASHINGTON, Sept 23.-When the resigna-
tions of tho cabinet were presented the presi-
dent said he didn't accept rendered resigna-
tons and would esteem it . personal
favor il they would continue in
the discharge Of their duties
The condition OF the public mind. in view OF
warranted him in asking indulgence
at their hands. Secretary Blaine
assured the president that he conid depend
on them to use their best efforts to tranquil
ize tho country and aid him in the perform
ance of his duties in the present try
ing circumstances 1t is understood,
however,, THAT tho designations have not
been formally declined or accepted. but the
cabinet will simply continue to dischal go their
duties until more suitable time for the do
risiOu of their retiratiOn.
THE BULLET.
WASHINGTON, Sept 22.-The bullet cut from
President Garfield's boily at the autopsy was
given DR.. Bliss, who inundated handed il
over to Private Secretary Brown. who careful
ly wrapped it in q sealed package anu Will
preserve it until such time rs it may be needed
| in evidence at the trial of Guiteau. The frac-
tured verteDrD Is now in the hands OF scien-
titic gentleman, who is preparing it for exhibi-
ton at the National medical museum in this
| city.
ARTIIURS FIRST PROCLAMATION.
A DAY OF FASTING AND PRAYER.
WASHINGTON, Sept 22-The following proc
lamation has been issued by President Arthur:
Whereas, In his inscrutabe wisdom it has pleased
God to remove from the illustrious head of the
nation. James A. Garfield. late president OF the
United States, anil
Whereas, It is fitting that the deep grief which
fills all hearts should manifest itself with one &C.
COru 10 turOu6 CI lutuuo UT1Ce, 8IlU We SuOulu
| bow before the Almighty God. and seek from him
that consolation in affection and that sanctif-
cation OF loss which he is willing to vouchsafo
Now, therefore. in obedience to sacred duty. and
in accordance with tho desire of the people, J.
Chester A. Arthur, president Of the United States
Of America, do hereby appoint Monday next the
26th day Of September. on which day tht
remains of our honored and beloved dead
| will be consigned to their last resting place o.,
earth. to be observed throughout the United State:
| as day OF humiliation and mourang. and
| earnestly recommend assemble
that day in their respective places Of divine
ship. there to render alike their tribute of
| full submission to the will of Almighty God. and OF
| reverence and love for the memory and character
| of our late chief magistrate.
| In witness whereof have hereunto set my hand
and SEAL and caused the seal Of the United States
10 be affixed. Done ut tho city Of Washington
| the 22d day of September, in tho year OF on,
| Lord. eighteen hundred and eighty one, and Of
the independence Of tho United States the one
hundred and sixth
iSigncl] CHESTER A. ARTHUR.
By the President:
! JAMES G. BLAINE, Secretary of State.