But every member had an indefinite right to move the adjournment of the debate, and on each such motion every member could speak again.

The debate was carried all through that week.

It was resumed on Monday, 31st.

The declaration of Redmond's election was fixed for Tuesday, February 1st, in New Ross--there being no contest.

A telegram summoned him to come instantly after the declaration to London.
He took the train at noon, travelled to Dublin and crossed the Channel.
At Holyhead about midnight another telegram told him that the debate was still proceeding.