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Mr. Scales (obtaining the floor): I move to amend by inserting the words “as tests for promotion” after the word examination.

Mr. Brandon (rising): I second the motion.

The Chairman: It is moved and seconded to amend the resolution by inserting the words “as tests for promotion” after the word examination, so that the resolution, if amended, will be, Resolved, That school examinations as tests for promotion should be abolished. Are you ready for the question?

Mr. Harding (obtaining the floor): I move to amend the amendment by adding the words “are injurious to children and.”

Mr. Clancy (rising): I second the motion.

The Chairman: It is moved and seconded to amend the amendment by adding the words “are injurious to children and,” so that the question on the amendment, if amended will be on inserting the words “as tests for promotion are injurious to chil-