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 before the public, as standing for the presidency of this' League; and while I have been told that it won't do for me to say anything, I can't wait any longer.

"My name is mentioned here in connection with the presidency. I understand it was brought before this meeting. Who is the man who presented it? Whoever he was, he had no authority from me to do it. I never knew he intended to do it. I regret his having done it if he did not have some intimation that it might be carried to a vote.

"I am not seeking the office, and I don't ask you to vote for me; but I do ask you to get it out of the way in any way you please; vote it eight to nothing, seven to one, or five to three against me, or any way; but, gentlemen, I feel that I am entitled to have it settled, and settled to-day.

"Mr. Chairman, I won't detain you any longer. I would ask that a vote on the presidency of the League be taken now. I thank you, Mr, Chairman, for your kindness."