” 5—The President requires Mr. Stanton, Sec. of War, to resign. He refuses, when the President suspends him and appoints Gen. Grant.
” 23—Grand ovation to Admiral Farragut, by Russian officers at Cronstadt.
Sept. 17—The National Cemetery at Antietam dedicated.
Dec. 4—The Patrons of Husbandry, or Farmers’ Grange, organized, in Washington.
” 7—A resolution in the House of Representatives to impeach President Johnson fails by three votes.
1868.
Jan. 1—Fifth Emancipation Anniversary celebrated by the colored people in various places.
” 6—Censure of the President by Congress for removing Gen. Sheridan from command of the 5th Military District.
Feb. 7—The resignation of U. S. Minister to England, Hon. C. F. Adams, announced.
” 19—Senate refuse his seat to P. F. Thomas, of Maryland, on account of disloyalty.