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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1893
Page
4
Mr White of California announced the death of his late colleague Mr Stanford and requested a day be set for memorial remarks. He moved that the Senate adjourn, a motion agreed to, with adjournment at 12:30 until tomorrow.
The senate convened for organization then adjourned in respect to the late Senator Stanford. The session paused to observe a period of mourning and tribute as ministers, colleagues, and staff reflected on the service and legacy of Senator Stanford.
The 19th century Senate session includes oathings and the appointment of Cox as Secretary of the Senate. It reviews multiple US mint laws detailing coinage standards for gold and silver, refining charges, and legal tender status from 1792 to 1890, noting no free coinage since organization and no charge for converting standard gold bullion since 1875.
A historical explainer outlines the Sherman Act of 1890 as passed by the Fifty first Congress and signed on July 14 1890. It details Section 1 Treasury purchase of silver bullion Section 2 legal tender notes redeemable in gold and silver and the parity policy, plus notes reissue rules with value tied to Treasury silver holdings.
The journal notes activity in Michigan prima facie elections as Mr. Grosvenor of Ohio reports the death of his colleague Mr. Enochs. The House adjourned in respect until tomorrow. The President’s message was ready but delayed by Senate adjournment as Mr. Pruden prepared to deliver it.
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