Life and public services of John Quincy Adams, sixth President of the United States, with the eulogy delivered before the Legislature of New York

by William H. Seward

CHAPTER XII.

Mr. Adams takes his seat in Congress—His Position and Habits as a Member—
His Independence of Party—His Eulogy on the Death of ex-President James
Madison—His advocacy of the Right of Petition, and Opposition to Slavery—
Insurrection in Texas—Mr. Adams makes known its ulterior object.