without it, it seems as if the passage of the Dingley Bill may be the best
thing for the country.

The bill is called "An Act to provide revenue for the Government, and
encourage the industries of the United States."

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The Powers have not sent any further word to Greece.

They have been waiting to hear what France has to say.

As we told you last week, the people of France were not willing to take
part in any severe measures against Greece; the Government was quite
willing, but dared not make any promises without the consent of the
Chamber of Deputies (the French Congress).

The Powers decided to wait until the Prime Minister had had time to ask
the Chamber of Deputies if it was willing to support the Government.

At the last meeting the Minister put the question to the Chamber--saying
that the Government had decided that the proper course for France would be
to remain in the concert of the Powers, and insist that Greece withdraw
her troops from Crete.

Much discussion followed the Minister's speech. It had been expected that
the Chamber of Deputies would refuse, and insist upon a change in the
Government. To the surprise of everybody, a vote was passed, approving the
policy of the Government, and agreeing to uphold it.