two hours it was adopted by a vote of 185 to 115.

The Conference had done its work so well, and had arranged the changes
in the bill in such a manner, that the House made little objection to
them.

The measure now goes to the Senate, where it has to be readopted; but,
as the changes made by the Conference were so very slight, no doubt is
felt that it will be passed without delay.

Unless something very unforeseen occurs, it will be in the hands of the
President before the week is out, and the Dingley Bill will then become
a law.

There is general rejoicing that the long and tedious discussion is over,
and that Congress will be able to adjourn before many days have passed.

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An interesting story comes from Paris about the new X-rays.

According to the account which reaches us, an apparatus has been
prepared by which the Custom House officers can examine the baggage and
ascertain whether there are any dutiable articles concealed in it,
without going through all the trouble of unpacking and searching.

It is said that cigars can be easily counted by this new process, which
promises to be a great success.

The method of using it is very simple.