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132 [repeating the amendment]. The chair ruled the amendment not germane and therefore out of order. From this decision Mr. C appeals. The question is, "Shall the decision of the chair stand as the judgment of the assembly?"

[The chairman states the reasons for his decision and then assigns the floor to Mr. C. When the debate is finished, no member speaking more than once, the chairman may further explain his position, replying to any adverse argument before putting the question.] The question is, "Shall the decision of the chair stand as the judgment of the assembly?" As many as are of the affirmative opinion [or, Those in the affirmative] say Aye. Those of a contrary opinion [or, Those in the negative] say No. The ayes have it and the decision of the chair stands as the judgment of the assembly [or is sustained]. The question is on the resolution, "Resolved, That ill-nourished children in our public schools should be furnished with a hot luncheon."

I move the previous question. [Seconded, stated, put, and adopted by a two-thirds vote: question put on resolution and adopted.]

I move the adoption of the following resolution, "Resolved, That we make application to our Mayor to have our streets oiled." [Seconded and stated.]

[rising without obtaining the floor]. Mr.