His mind possessed many of the qualities which distinguished Mr.Lincoln.

In fairness, lucidness, fullness of statement, the two had a striking resemblance.

Valentine B.Horton was a valuable member on all questions of finance and business; and on the issues touching slavery James M.Ashley followed the radical example of Mr.Giddings.

Among the Democrats, George H.
Pendleton, Clement L.Vallandigham, and Samuel S.Cox were especially conspicuous.

Mr.Pendleton was regarded as the leader of the Democratic side of the House by a large section of his party, and his assignment to the Committee of Ways and Means by the Speaker was intended as a recognition of that fact.