THE HOME RULE BILL.
DEBATE IN THE HOUSE OF LORDS. Vmm a—maatilott—Slastrlo TWesrapß—OopyngßS. London, September 6. The House of Lords was packed today in anticipation of a debate on the Home Bule Bill, and presented a brilliant scene. Many ladies were , present. Intense interest was taken 1 in the proceedings, many Peers being in attendance who had nob put in an appearance for years. Several Ministers ; and a large number of M.P.'s also were present. 1 Earl Spencer moved the second reading, contending that the Bill maintained the supremacy of the Imperial ■ Parliament and protected minorities. * He implored the House to pass the | measure. The Duke of Devonshire recalled . Earl Spencer's old opinions in favour i of the Union and the protection of landlords. He taunted the Goyern- | ment with playing fast and loose with i their promises. > The Duke of Norfolk, Earl Cow per, ' and the Marquis of Zetland opposed I the BUI. . [ Lord Brassey gave a cold support r to it. " '
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Press, Volume L, Issue 8581, 7 September 1893, Page 5
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163THE HOME RULE BILL. Press, Volume L, Issue 8581, 7 September 1893, Page 5
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