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The Cairo Bulletin
Cairo, Alexander County County, Illinois
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On May 6 in Washington, few House members stayed for the end of a debate on the tariff free list bill, highlighted by former Speaker Cannon's opposition speech. Amendments and vote planned for Monday.
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Only a Few Remained to Hear Close of Debate on Free List Bill Ex-Speaker Cannon Spoke
Washington, May 6.—A handful of faithful members of the house witnessed the termination today of a memorable debate on the tariff free list bill which will probably be voted upon Monday.
Few of the speeches, however, received much attention. Former Speaker Cannon had a good audience when he spoke against the bill.
Monday the measure will be subjected to attempt at amendment but the Democratic leadership hope to secure a final vote on its passage before adjournment that day.
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Washington
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May 6
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debate terminated; vote expected monday with possible amendments
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A handful of faithful members of the house witnessed the termination today of a memorable debate on the tariff free list bill which will probably be voted upon Monday. Few of the speeches received much attention. Former Speaker Cannon had a good audience when he spoke against the bill. Monday the measure will be subjected to attempt at amendment but the Democratic leadership hope to secure a final vote on its passage before adjournment that day.