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Feilding Star, 29 June 1893, Page 2

House of Representatives. Wellington, June 29. Sir Robert Stout took his seat. Mr W. C. Smith gave notice to move that the totalisator be abolished. Leave of absence on account of ill health was granted to Sir George Grey. - The Premier wade feeling reference to the death of Sir W. Fox. '., The Hon. Mr Cadman made an explanation in connection with the recent libel case and intimated that he had resigned his portfolio of Native Minister. The Premier, Mr Rees, Sir R. Stout, and Mr Scobie MacKenzie took part in the discussion. General regret was expressed at the Minister's resignation. Mr Willis moved the Address-in-Reply in a good speech, and was followed by Mr Earnshaw as seconder. Both gentlemen approved of the Governmdttt'fljMVllfty. 1 -w^ Mr Rolleston followed and criticised the Address adversely. Messrs Seddon and'Duthie ah o spoke at considerable length, when the debate was adjourned, and the House rose at 12.10 a.m. June 28. The House met at 2.30, when Mr McLean resumed the debate on the Address-in-Reply to the Governor's speech. Mr Fisher in a lengthy speech vigorously condemned the Government and all their works. They had heard » great deal about the prosperity of the colony, but he wonld ask how a country coiild be prosperous whilst its exports were decreasing, and the cry ot the' unemployed was heard on all sides. ' In reply to a question, the Colonial Treasurer said the Financial Statement would be brought down early next week. The House rose at 10 p.m.