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ate action, and whether such action was likely to be had so soon after the ceremonies incident to inauguration. Mr. Foote knew of no reason why the gravity of members should be disturbed by the incidents of the day. He had no doubt that the ceremonies would be of a grave and dignified character. Mr. Conrad, of Va., would inquire of the gentleman from Tennessee whether he had received any intimation from the President that suggestions would be made which render it important for this House to convene earlier than Monday, with a view to their consideration. Mr. Foote said the condition of public affairs required the attention of Congress. The scriptural injunction was, "What thou doest, do quickly." Mr. Currin was of the opinion that the circumstances surrounding the members after the inaugural would preclude anything like deliberate action. Mr.Smith, of Virginia, was rather surprised at the course of the remarks. The proposition of the gentleman from Tennessee