Aslaksen.

Since my fellow citizens repose this trust in me, I cannot refuse——

[Applause and cheers. Aslaksen ascends the platform.

Billing.

[Writing.] So—“Mr. Aslaksen was elected by acclamation——”

Aslaksen.

And now, as I have been called to the chair, I take the liberty of saying a few brief words. I am a quiet, peace-loving man; I am in favour of discreet moderation, and of—and of moderate discretion. Every one who knows me, knows that.

Many Voices.

Yes, yes, Aslaksen!

Aslaksen.