It is necessary for the sake of our general character." Here is an instance of that true political instinct which made of him "the ideal party leader." His advice was followed, and all the members were reelected but one, who declined.

Mr.
Gallatin returned to his seat in the Assembly on February 14, and retained it until March 12, when he asked and obtained leave of absence.
He does not appear to have taken further part in the session.

The subjects, personal to himself, which occupied his attention during the summer will be touched upon elsewhere.
The pitiful business of the trial of the western prisoners needs only brief mention.

In May Gallatin was summoned before the grand jury as a witness on the part of the government.

The inquiry was finished May 12, and twenty-two bills were found for treason.