m. Never attempt to place too many amendments to a motion. (Two are allowable; that is, an amendment to an amendment.) It is usually much better to offer a substitute motion.
n. A motion may not be put to a vote of the meeting until it has been seconded or supported by some member other than the one making the motion.
o. In case of tie votes the president or presiding officer decides the motion.
p. A motion to adjourn the meeting is in order at any time.
In addition to these simple rules which may serve for the beginning of the club’s activities, each club library should contain a modern work on parliamentary practice.
DUTIES OF THE OFFICERS
The President
1. Calls the meetings to order.
2. Announces the order of business.
3. Puts all questions and motions.