6 JULY 1929, Page 6

In the Upper House the address in reply to the

Speech was moved by Lord Russell and seconded by Lord De La Warr. The party leaders, Lord Salisbury, Lord Beauchamp, and Lord Panuoor, after reference to the King's recovery, paid homage in turn to Lord Rosebery as a statesman, orator, and ornament of their House. Lord Parmoor assured Lord Beauchamp that the Govern- ment was opposed to Safeguarding Duties, which would not be renewed by them if they expired, but he showed that he was aware of the horror with which manufacturers naturally regard sudden fiscal changes or vacillations. The House of Commons discussed the Gracious Speech in a good temper. Mr. Snell moved the address in a speech which touched the House by its personal appeal. Mr. C. H. Wilson seconded. Mr. Baldwin showed his general intention by using words which the Spectator can adopt, "We intend to assist His Majesty's Govern- ment being carried on, but, of course, it means a certain amount of self-control on both sides." The Prime Minister did not elucidate much of his intentions, but it was interesting to learn that the conversations between the chief naval Powers are to be regarded as a direct contribution to the work of the League of Nations Preparatory Commission on Disarmament.