Carlton arose from his seat in an apologetic manner.
"I am sorry to say that I have not yet secured the data I wanted."
Hudson, who was still standing, sneered at his adversary:
"Probably," he said, "it is because there is no such data!"
"Gentlemen, you will please refrain from indulging in personalities," warned the Speaker. "The question before the House is on the motion of the gentleman from Illinois. All in favor will please say 'Aye.'"
A roar of "Ayes" came from the members of the House.
The echo had scarcely died out when a voice from the corner could be heard:
"I move that the House do now adjourn."
"The members have heard the motion," said the Speaker. "All in favor of adjournment will please say 'Aye.'"
There was a roar of "Ayes."