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Rh German or English languages: Any member may demand an explanation of the subject that has been debated or read, which the President shall give, or request any member qualified to make the explanation.

XIII.

The President or presiding officer shall have the nomination of all committees for transacting any business, subject to the approbation of the Society.

XIV.

No motion shall be debated, or put, unless the same be seconded. When a motion is seconded it shall be stated by the President before debate; and every such motion shall be reduced to writing if the President or any five members shall desire it.

XV.

After a motion is stated by the President, it shall be deemed in possession of the Society, but may be withdrawn at any time before decision or amendment.

XVI.

A motion to adjourn shall be always in order, and shall be decided without debate.

XVII.

Petitions, Memorials, and other papers addressed to the Society, shall be read by the President or Secretary.