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§ 165 words “to an overtaxed peasantry, to bad government and.”

Mr. Lessenden (rising): I second the motion.

The Chairman: It is moved and seconded to amend the resolution by striking out the words “to an overtaxed peasantry, to bad government and,” so that the resolution, if amended, will be: Resolved, That the French revolution was due to the revolutionary spirit of the times. Are you ready for the question?

Mr. Hansell (obtaining the floor): I move to amend the amendment by striking out the words “to bad government and.”

Mr. Harding (rising): I second the motion.

The Chairman: It is moved and seconded to amend the amendment by striking out the words “to bad government and.” So that the question on the amendment, if amended, will be on striking out the words “to an overtaxed peasantry.” Are you ready for the question? As many as are in favor