1904-08-17 2 1 0 REPS 4265 0 House of Representatives 1904-08-17 Mr. Speakertook the chair at 2.30 p.m., and read prayers. 4265 bill Assent reported. 4265 motion 4265 F4R Bland ALP Treasurer 1 0 WATSON, John Christian Mr WATSON .- I desire to intimate to the House that, following on the vote which was given on Friday last, I waited upon His Excellency the Governor-General, and offered certain advice, upon which His Excellency did not see fit to act. I then tendered the resignations of myself and colleagues, which His Excellency was pleased to accept, contingent upon our retaining office until the appointment of our successors. As I understand that a new Administration is in process of formation, I now move - That the House do now adjourn. Question resolved in the affirmative. 4265 14:33:00 House adjourned at 2.33 p.m.