It was here Prince Arthur interfered. Amid angry interruption he asked Members opposite to "consider whether it is possible decently to introduce subjects of acute political discussion in the present circumstances." Lively talk followed, showing that the bitterness of Home Rule controversy is not dead or even sleeping.
What might have developed into discreditable scene of the kind deprecated by Prince Arthur was averted by interposition Of the Premier. In gravest tone, "with all the solemnity I can command," he besought the House to bring the discussion to a close.
Appeal irresistible. House turned to disposal of remaining business, remaining at work till half-an-hour after midnight.
Business done.—Adjourned till Wednesday in next week.
OUR VILLAGE INFORMATION BUREAU.
Postmaster (to lady who has handed in a telegram in French to a friend in Switzerland). "We ain't allowed to accept foreign telegrams, Miss. There's a war on—on the Continent."