HC Deb 30 June 1884 vol 289 c1769

Order read, for resuming Adjourned Debate on Second Reading [23rd June.]

Motion made, and Question proposed, "That the Bill be now read a second time."—(Mr. Tomlinson.)

THE SOLICITOR GENERAL (Sir FARRER HERSCHELL)

expressed a hope that the hon. Member would postpone the second reading, as the Government were in communication with others in reference to it.

MR. TOMLINSON

said, it had already stood over for some time; but at the request of the hon. and learned Gentleman he would not object to a further postponement.

Debate further adjourned till Thursday.

Notice taken, that 40 Members were not present; House counted, and 40 Members not being present,

House adjourned at half after One o'clock.