112th Congress, 2nd Session
September 14, 1891
John Hyman died in his home in Washington, D.C., from a stroke on this date.
January 29, 1901
On this date, George White of North Carolina, the lone African-American Member of the 56th Congress (1899–1901), gave his final address on the House Floor.
Sign up for monthly e-mail updates on House art and history.
Privacy Policy >>
House LegislationHave students search the highlight dates and locate reference to any legislative document (bill, resolution, speech, etc.). Ask students to track down the document at a local depository library. Students should research the historical background of the document and make a brief presentation which includes reading all or portions of the document aloud. To locate a nearby federal depository library go to http://catalog.gpo.gov.
Get More Tips & Resources >>