Thanks to the Speaker, and Adjournment.
On motion of Mr. Gregg, it was resolved unanimously, that the thanks of this House be presented to Nathaniel Macon, in testimony of their approbation of his conduct in the discharge of the arduous and important duties assigned to him whilst in the Chair: Whereupon,
Mr. Speaker made his acknowledgments to the House, in manner following:
“Gentlemen: It has been my constant endeavor to perform faithfully the promise made to you two years ago, to discharge the trust reposed in me with industry and fidelity. For the resolution which you have this minute passed, I earnestly beg of you to accept my sincere thanks; permit me also to assure you, that it will be always remembered with gratitude. I wish you safe home, and a happy meeting with your friends.”
Mr. Varnum, from the committee appointed on the part of this House, jointly with the committee appointed on the part of the Senate, to wait on the President of the United States, and notify him of the proposed recess of Congress, reported that the committee had performed that service, and that the President signified to them he had no farther communication to make during the present session.
Ordered, That a message he sent to the Senate to inform them that this House, having completed the business before them, are now about to adjourn without day; and that the Clerk of this House do go with the said message. The Clerk accordingly went with the said message; and, being returned, Mr. Speaker adjourned the House sine die.
TENTH CONGRESS.—FIRST SESSION.
BEGUN AT THE CITY OF WASHINGTON, OCTOBER 26, 1807