9 JUNE 1883, Page 2

Mr. Bass, one of the Liberals who gave no vote

on the Affirmation Bill, and who is now beginning to feel the need. of repose, has since resigned his seat for Derby, and Mr. Alderman Roe has been selected by the Derby Liberals as his successor. Mr. Alderman Roe expresses full confidence in the Government, and declares himself in favour of the Affirmation Bill,—a striking comment on Mr. Bass's conduct in withholding his vote. A Conservative opposition was talked of, but it is now thought more probable that Mr. Alderman Roe will be returned unopposed. This is significant enough, for in Derby Evangelical opinion runs high.