Monday, February 17

Friday, February 14.

The bill authorizing and directing the settlement of the accounts of Major General Lafayette was read the second time, and, after debate, it was ordered to lie for consideration and inquiry.

The petition of Michael Schmyser, agent for Conrad Laub and others, petitioners against the election of Albert Gallatin to be a Senator of the United States, was presented and read, praying to be heard by counsel.

Ordered, That the prayer of the petition be granted.

The consideration of the report of the committee on the petition of Conrad Laub and others, respecting the election of Mr. Gallatin to be a Senator of the United States, was resumed, and after progress, it was ordered that the consideration thereof be postponed until Wednesday next.