HC Deb 18 July 1904 vol 138 c287
MR. JOHN ELLIS (Nottinghamshire, Rushcliffe)

I beg to ask the First Lord of the Treasury whether he can now say definitely when the Colonial Office Vote will be taken.

MR. A. J. BALFOUR

I am afraid I am not in a position to give the hon. Gentleman a definite answer. I rather think, from rumours which have reached me, that he suspects me of some sinister intention to postpone this Vote unduly.

MR. JOHN ELLIS

I have no such idea.

MR. A. J. BALFOUR

I can assure him I am anxious to consult the convenience of hon. Members.

MR. WINSTON CHURCHILL (Oldham)

Take it on Thursday, then.