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January 26, 1848

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Wednesday, January 26, 1848.
 Washington, DC.

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Lincoln votes aye on motion to end debate on President's message. It passes 104-95. Journal.

Palfrey of Massachusetts delivers antislavery speech. Remarks by Henley of Indiana precipitate argument regarding President's alleged partiality to Democrats in army appointments. Henley defends Polk and attacks Whigs' evident intention to nominate "military chieftain," for President. Globe. 

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         <p> Palfrey of Massachusetts delivers antislavery speech. Remarks by Henley of
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            army appointments. Henley defends Polk and attacks Whigs' evident intention to nominate
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