26 JULY 1890, Page 2

The discussion on the behaviour of the postmen came off

in the House of Commons on Wednesday, when Mr. Raikes was virtually supported by Mr. Shaw-Lefevre ; and even Mr. Labouchere, to the surprise of the House, justified Mr. Raikes in refusing to deal with the paid agent of the Union, who was not himself a servant of the Post Office. Mr. Pickersgill's amendment for the reduction of the Postmaster-General's salary by £100 was ultimately rejected in a rather thin House by a majority of 84 (195 to 111). Mr. Raikes spoke with great moderation, and appeared desirous to restore as many of the dismissed men as he could consistently with the safety of the service.