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102 order, which he can do in preference to other members. In referring to himself he should always use his official title, thus: “The Chair decides so and so,” not “I decide, etc.” When a member has the floor, the Chairman cannot interrupt him so long as he does not transgress any of the rules of the assembly, excepting as provided in § 2.

He is entitled to vote when the vote is by ballot, and in all other cases where the vote would change the result. Thus, in a case where a two-thirds vote is necessary, and his vote thrown with the minority would prevent the adoption of the question, he can cast his vote; so, also, he can vote with the minority when it will produce a tie vote and thus cause the motion to fail. Whenever a motion is made referring especially to the Chairman, the maker of the motion should put it to vote.

The Chairman can, if it is necessary to vacate the chair, appoint a Chairman pro tem.,