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Tuesday, April 11, 1848.+-

Washington, DC.

Palfrey of Massachusetts moves to add to yesterday's resolution prefix: "Resolved, That no despotism is more effective than that which exists under the semblance of popular institutions." Debate on slavery ensues. Motion is finally tabled, Lincoln voting aye. Lincoln votes to repeal part of West Point appropriation act which provides board of visitors and allows them $2,000 expenses.Globe.