This being the general feeling in Ireland at This Fearful Crisis, I conjure his Majesty's Government and this House to conciliate that country, if they value the connexion.

He thought a Fearful Crisis had arrived, notwithstanding the noble Earl, in the enjoyment of civic hospitality, and in the indulgence of his predilection for Lord Mayor's feasts, might conceal it from himself.

prelate (Dr. Healy), of Carlow, who bore honest and just testimony to the efforts of those who, in This Fearful Crisis, had administered to the wants of the people.

I am quite certain that for a considerable period there must be great depression in that branch of manufacture; and I hope the public will not be led away by the notion that any slight diminution of distress which may be felt at the present time can be relied on as being permanent, but that they will be prepared, if necessary, for continued exertions to carry this large and important population through the Fearful Crisis.

The hope given that your Committee will help them in This Fearful Crisis will gladden many a foodless home to-night.

Ireland has passed through a Fearful Crisis since that legislation was attempted; and though I do not by any means despair of my country—I should have a very poor opinion of the Irishman who did—still no one can deny that the condition of that country is such as to demand the serious attention of Parliament and the care and consideration of the Government.