§ Order for Second Reading read.
§ Objection being taken,
§ THE SECRETARY FOR SCOTLAND (Sir G. TREVELYAN, Glasgow, Bridgeton)hoped the objection would not be persisted in. The Bill was desired by the large burghs in Scotland, and it was supported by both sides of the House.
§ MR. RENSHAW (Renfrew, W.)hoped the objection would be withdrawn. The Bill had been promoted to get rid of a serious difficulty, and was much desired by the burghs of Scotland.
§ MR. W. JOHNSTON (Belfast, S.)As the Secretary for Scotland has found salvation in Home Rule, I object.
§ Second Reading deferred till Thursday.