§ Sir W. Raeasked the Lord Advocate whether he had received information that the people of Glasgow intended on the day fixed for 159 the coronation to make a display of physical strength with the view of awing the House of Peers and inducing them to pass the Reform Bill?
The Lord Advocatesaid, he understood that a procession was to take place in Glasgow, but not for the purpose stated by the hon. and learned Member. The local authorities would take measures to prevent any disturbance.
Mr. Humesaid, that there was no cause for alarm in the present case. He was sure the people would commit no illegal acts, and that they had no idea of intimidating the Legislature. He hoped Ministers would not attempt to interfere to prevent a display of public feeling on a subject of such general interest as the Reform Bill.