July 23, 1917
Mr. SHEPPARD. I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the consideration of the joint resolution ( S. J. Res. 17) proposing an amendment for nation-wide prohibition to the Constitution of the United States, with a view to ascertaining whether a date can be agreed upon for a vote.
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1\fr. LODGE. The Senator from Pennsylvania [Mr. PENIWSE] is very much interested in the measure. I do not see him in the Chamber. I think it would be well if the Senator from Texas would withhold it until his return.
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~Ir. SHEPPARD. I shall withhold the request for the present.
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The PRESIDENT pro tempore. The morning business has closed.
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