fails to obtain commissionership in Land Office, [81];
declines governorship of Oregon, [81].
Candidate for Senate.
Accepts compromise although recognizing its futility, [92];
favors Scott in 1852, [93];
answers Douglas's defense of Nebraska bill, [95];
escapes connection with Abolitionists, [95];
renews attack upon Douglas, [96];
candidate for Senate, [96];
leads in first ballots, [96];