HC Deb 02 August 1888 vol 329 c1366

Order for Committee read.

Motion made, and Question proposed, "That Mr. Speaker do now leave the Chair."—(Mr. Johnston.)

MR. BIGGAR (Cavan, W.)

objected.

MR. JOHNSTON (Belfast, S.)

said, in consequence of the continued opposition of the hon. Member for West Cavan, he would move the discharge of the Order.

Motion made, and Question proposed, "That the Order for Committee be discharged."—(Mr. Johnston.)

MR. CHANCE (Kilkenny, S.)

said, his name was on the back of the Bill. It would be matter for regret if a Bill that had the support of Members of such opposite political opinions should be withdrawn while an opportunity remained of converting its useful provisions into law. He appealed to the hon. Gentleman to withdraw his Motion, and not give up the attempt until every hope was exhausted.

MR. JOHNSTON

said, he had waited night after night, and had been persistently met with objection by the hon. Member for West Cavan. He adhered to his Motion.

Question put, and agreed to.

Order discharged; Bill withdrawn.