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Logan's Army Bill, which when I wrote last I felt sure would not pass the house, has, by dropping the Indian question been rushed thro' at an astounding rate. Assurances are given however that this does not indicated the true position of the House upon the measure, but that the dead-lock in opinion on some important points, and the press of business in the House, decided the latter body to get the who matter off their hands as they did, knowing it would come up again. The Senate seems to act, as usual, with more ease than caution. It appears likely now, that Wilson's bill, to which I do not object at all, will pass the Senate without material amendment, and that the Pay Section is sure to become law, but as to the rest of the bill, it is probable it will be overhauled in a committee of conference and What shape it will thereby take none can tell. | Logan's Army Bill, which when I wrote last I felt sure would not pass the house, has, by dropping the Indian question been rushed thro' at an astounding rate. Assurances are given however that this does not indicated the true position of the House upon the measure, but that the dead-lock in opinion on some important points, and the press of business in the House, decided the latter body to get the who matter off their hands as they did, knowing it would come up again. The Senate seems to act, as usual, with more ease than caution. It appears likely now, that Wilson's bill, to which I do not object at all, will pass the Senate without material amendment, and that the Pay Section is sure to become law, but as to the rest of the bill, it is probable it will be overhauled in a committee of conference and What shape it will thereby take none can tell. Gen'l. Slocum has been the only real friend the Army has had in the House Committee. What induced Colfax [strike] Blaine to make that up as he did I do not see. Gen'l. Logan has got Sherman after him, and many smaller ones. | ||
Have you yet received a copy of the Indian Report for 1869. Mr. Colyer sent me one and I find it very interesting. The Sub. Committee of the Commission and your friend Satumi pay you handsome compliments, well deserved, I know. | |||
I am exceedingly pleased with the talk at Fort Sill. By the way, is it true that Satanta is dead? | |||
Latest revision as of 20:05, 8 May 2019
Logan's Army Bill, which when I wrote last I felt sure would not pass the house, has, by dropping the Indian question been rushed thro' at an astounding rate. Assurances are given however that this does not indicated the true position of the House upon the measure, but that the dead-lock in opinion on some important points, and the press of business in the House, decided the latter body to get the who matter off their hands as they did, knowing it would come up again. The Senate seems to act, as usual, with more ease than caution. It appears likely now, that Wilson's bill, to which I do not object at all, will pass the Senate without material amendment, and that the Pay Section is sure to become law, but as to the rest of the bill, it is probable it will be overhauled in a committee of conference and What shape it will thereby take none can tell. Gen'l. Slocum has been the only real friend the Army has had in the House Committee. What induced Colfax [strike] Blaine to make that up as he did I do not see. Gen'l. Logan has got Sherman after him, and many smaller ones.
Have you yet received a copy of the Indian Report for 1869. Mr. Colyer sent me one and I find it very interesting. The Sub. Committee of the Commission and your friend Satumi pay you handsome compliments, well deserved, I know.
I am exceedingly pleased with the talk at Fort Sill. By the way, is it true that Satanta is dead?