London, 29th June, Inthe French Chamber M. Combes, the Premier, secured a majority of only sixteen in favour of the rejection of the application of female teaching orders for authorisation, which he made a question of confidence.
The speech of M. Waldeck-Rousseau, the late Premier, in which he criticised the legislation of the present Government, on the score of its expense and the irregularity in its enforcement, has created a deep impression, being regarded as weakening the prestige of the Government.—Exclusive service.
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