In the midst of the general confusion only one thing seemed feasible if governmental anarchy were to be avoided, namely, the prorogation of Mac-Mahon's authority, as a rampart against rising democracy and a permanent republic.
"A History of the Third French Republic"
C. H. C. Wright
Although a prorogation is made by the Crown, and adjournment by the House itself, practically both are virtually in the hands of the ministry to-day, and the really important difference between them is that a prorogation terminates all unfinished business, while an adjournment does not.
"The Government of England (Vol. I)"
A. Lawrence Lowell
These expire upon prorogation, but it sometimes happens that without being formally revived they continue to be observed as a part of customary practice of the House.
"The Government of England (Vol. I)"
A. Lawrence Lowell