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Senate roll call 510 · 51st Congress · Mar 2, 1891

To amend S. 3738, by authorizing the postmaster general to enter into contracts with american citizens, for the carrying of mails on american ships between u. S

On Mar 2, 1891, the Senate voted 37–33 (S 3738). Result: passed. By party: Republicans 35–10, Democrats 3–27. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 13 members voted against their own party.

During the 51st Congress (1889–1890), Benjamin Harrison was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes
37
No
33
Did not vote
16
Date
Mar 2, 1891

By party

  • Democrats3 yes · 27 no · 8 didn’t vote
  • Republicans35 yes · 10 no · 8 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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Capitol Receipts, “To amend S. 3738, by authorizing the…: Senate Vote, Mar 2, 1891,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/51-S-510/to-amend-s-3738-by-authorizing-the-postmaster-general (accessed 2026-10-15).

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