United States, June 23, 1797.
Ordered, That it lie for consideration.
Saturday, July 1.
James Gunn, from the State of Georgia, attended.
Wednesday, July 5.
The Vice President obtained leave of absence for the remainder of the session.
Thursday, July 6.
The Vice President being absent, the Senate proceeded to the choice of a President pro tempore, as the constitution provides, and the Hon. William Bradford was duly elected.
Friday, July 7.
A message from the House of Representatives informed the Senate that the House have passed a resolution, that the President of the Senate, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, be authorized to close the present session, by adjourning their respective Houses on Monday, the 10th day of this month; in which they desire the concurrence of the Senate.