CHAPTER XV.—The Basis of Representation in the Senate.
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The Joint Resolution goes to the Senate —
Counter-proposition by Mr. Sumner — He Speaks Five Hours —
Mr. Henderson's Amendment — Mr. Fessenden — Mr. Henry S.
Lane — Mr. Johnson — Mr. Henderson — Mr. Clark's
Historical Statements — Fred. Douglass' Memorial — Mr.
Williams — Mr. Hendricks — Mr. Chandler's "blood-letting
Letter" — Proposition of Mr. Yates — His Speech — Mr.
Buckalew against New England — Mr. Pomeroy — Mr. Sumner's
second Speech — Mr. Doolittle — Mr. Morrill — Mr.
Fessenden meets Objections — Final Vote — The Amendment
defeated.