And so they've got an autumn session, have they?
That's always a very stupid thing to do, unless they want money." "But there is a money bill which must be passed.

That's Mr.Daubeny's excuse." "Ah, if they've a money bill of course it's all right.

So you're in Parliament again ?" "I'm sorry to say I'm not." Then Lady Laura explained to her father, probably for the third or fourth time, exactly what was their guest's position.

"Oh, a scrutiny.

We didn't use to have any scrutinies at Loughton, did we?
Ah, me; well, everything seems to be going to the dogs.