Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-03


Babcock as chairman of the committee
without doubt the smallest man, phys
ically, in the House, was warmly con-
graduated at having succeeded to one
OF the most important Of the chair
manphips.
The biennial lottery for seats was
conducted after the usual fashion. AS
has been the custom for years, Repre-
sentative Bingham Of Philadelphia,
father Of the House." was allowed to
retain his old seat, directly in front Of
the Speakers desk. John Sharp Will
liams. the minority leader, was also
given the privilege Of choosing his
seat on the Democratic side. Both he
and Speaker Cannon were given ova-
tons when they made their appearance
in the chamber, but the occupants OF
the galleries did not confine their ap-
plause to these two noted characters,
many others coming in for recogni-
ton.
Those members who had expected
that the Presidents message would be
read, were disappointed. The fact that
the Senate adjourned Immediately af-
ter converting. out Of respect to the
memory Of Senator'S Pettus and Nor
gan of Alabama, who died during the
recess. precluded the presentation OF
on each of you individually; and or
your integrity, wisdom and cnnserva.
tism. the people are relying as well Is
on mine. l have q right 10 expect your
corporation because such cooperation
will be YOUR duty, ! hope also that as
we go on. may have il because Of NY
efforts to merit your confidence and
good will.
II am now ready for the oatr."
Deafening applause greeted the Speaker
as he concluded. The oath was then adj.
ministered by Bingham Of Pennsylvania
and in turn the Speaker administered to
the members.
The Republican and Democratic caucus
appointments of House officials then were
presented with the result that the nomi.
rees Of the Republicans were elected and
qualified.
The Speaker named Payne, n. Y, Taw.
ney. MINI, and Williams. Miss. as COM
rIitteenlen to advise the President that
the House was in session.
The first fight Of the session was in.
augurated by Williams. who protested
against the adoption of n resolution max
ing the rules OF the last House the gov
erning rules Of the present House. VII.
lians declared that he thought there was
entirely too much power concentrated ir
the hands Of the Speaker
+ TO tie surprise of those present anC
the delight Of the Democrats. Copper
Rep, Wis. expressed his approval Of
what Williams had said.
Cooper insisted that the power given the
Speaker was both un-Republican and ur.
Democratic.
DeArmond of Missouri arose.
How much time does tire gentleman
want?" inquired Dalzell
II want recognition in my own right as
member of this House." said Dear.
mord
Speaker Cannon declared that Dalzel
had the floor and DeArmond reluctantly
received at Dalzell's hands 20 minutes
time to attack the rules.
Now was the time to change the rules
he said. so that members "as coward.
and cravens" need not go back to Their
homes and defend themselves upon the
miserable pretext that these rules had
controlled them and they could do moth.
ing else.
After some discussion Williams forced
the years and nays on Dalzclrs motion
for the previous question.
The previous question was ordered. ~
to lac. whereupon Williams again forced
the yeas and noes on the passage of til,
resolution.
By vote Of 1877 to 100 the resolution
was adopted and the rules in the las
the present Congress.
Until otherwise decided the Hous,
agreed to meet each day at noon
The drawing Of seats then began, tn,
House by unanimous consent allowins
Bingham, Pa, PAYNE. N. Y. Keifer, Ohio
Williams. Miss. and Sherwood. Ohio. t.
select their own seats.
The selection Of seats being compiet
| ed. Underwood announced the death
Of Senators Morgan and Pettus an,
resolutions of respect to their inemor
were adopted.
Jones OF Virginia announced til
death Of Rep. Slemp and Mr. Roden
berg. Ills. that of George ". Smit,
| OF Illinois.
committee to attend the funeral Q
the late Mr.. Smith was appointed b
the Chair and then. on motion of Rod
enberg, Ills. out of respect to tn
memory Of senators and representa-
tives who died during the recess. TIL
House adjourned until noon tomorrow
THE BROWNSVILLE CASE.