A special session was called soon after President Taft's inauguration, and the Payne Bill, which it was claimed aimed to decrease duties and increase the revenue, passed the House by a vote of 217 to 161. The Finance Committee of the Senate, to which the bill was referred when it reached the Senate, instead of reporting it, reported a substitute measure-the Aldrich Bill.
"History of the United States, Volume 6 (of 6)"
E. Benjamin Andrews
The phrase of Irish Freedom in noticing the inauguration of the Volunteers probably gives the view of most of the younger generation: "In this welcome departure from our endless talk we touch reality at last."
"The Evolution of Sinn Fein"
Robert Mitchell Henry
The presence of some one of its members is sought at ceremonies of all kinds, whether it be the opening of a new building, the inauguration of a charity, or an anniversary celebration at a university.
"The Government of England (Vol. I)"
A. Lawrence Lowell