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Annexation debate and votes in the House on Texas statehood
January 24 1845 proceedings show Dromgoole and Barnard speaking for and against annexation. John Quincy Adams defends human rights and owners consent, while members argue origins of the Texas claim and slave implications. On January 25 Adams clarifies stance. committee votes align with Brown’s and Ingersoll’s plans to admit Texas with slavery determined by future states.
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