Chapter XIV

Mr. Adams' firmness in discharge of duty—His exertions in behalf of the Amistad Slaves—His connection with the Smithsonian Bequest—Tour through Canada and New York—His reception at Buffalo—Visits Niagara Falls—Attends worship with the Tuscarora Indians—His reception at Rochester—at Auburn—at Albany—at Pittsfield—Visits Cincinnati— Assists in laying the Corner Stone of an Observatory.