8th Mississippi LegislatureThe 8th Mississippi Legislature met from January 3, 1825 to February 4, 1825 in Jackson, Mississippi.SenateIn August 1824, elections were held for some of the Senate districts. Lieutenant governor Gerard C. Brandon served ex officio as the President of the Senate. Due to his absence on January 3, Bartley C. Barry was elected Senate President pro tempore for that day. Non-senator William H. Chaille was elected Secretary of the Senate. The Senate adjourned on February 1, 1825.HouseCowles Mead was elected Speaker of the House. Non-representatives Peter A. Van Dorn and Dillard Collins were elected Clerk and Door-keeper respectively. The House adjourned on February 4, 1825.