In the Senate of the United States. March 27, 1889. -- Special Session. -- Submitted and referred to the Committee on Privileges and Elections. February 10, 1890. -- Reported by Mr. Evarts without amendment. Resolution: resolved, that it is competent for the Senate to elect a President pro-tempore, who shall hold the office during the pleasure of the Senate and until another is elected, and shall execute the duties thereof when the Vice-President is absent. [electronic resource]

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