Then came critical moment, awaited with keen interest by House. The roll signed, it is duty of Clerk to conduct new Member to Speaker and introduce him by name.
"Mr. Asquith!" the Clerk announced.
THE GREAT EAST AFRICAN PROTECTOR.
"Come under de ole umbrella,
Come along, piccaninnies, do;
Hark to Uncle Lulu a-callin',
Room for all ob you!"—Coon Song.
(Mr. Harcourt.)
With half start of surprise Speaker regarded newcomer; thought he recognised him as he stood at the Table. All doubt now removed. Yes, it was Asquith. With genial smile and friendly grip of the hand he welcomed the new Member. Delighted Ministerialists cheered again at this happy conclusion of the episode.