28/107 He was soon removed to the apartment of the Speaker, where he remained surrounded by afflicted friends till the weary clay resigned its immortal spirit. 'This is the end of earth!' Brief but emphatic words. They were among the last uttered by the dying Christian." When Mr.Davis had concluded his remarks, Mr.Benton, of Missouri, delivered a most beautiful eulogy on the character of Mr.Adams. He said:-- "Mr.President: The voice of his native State has been heard through one of the Senators of Massachusetts, announcing the death of her aged and most distinguished son. The voice of the other Senator, (Mr.Webster,) is not heard, nor is his presence seen. |