November 20, 1867
CONTESTED ELECTIONS
The following elections were contested by petitions presented in the Commons yesterday:
- François Godin (Liberal, Joliette)
- John Abbott (Conservative, Argenteuil)
- Pierre Gendron (Conservative, Bagot)
- Simon Cimon (Conservative, Charlevoix)
- Hon. George-Étienne Cartier (Conservative, Montreal East)
- Moise Fortier (Liberal, Yamaska)
- Félix Geoffrion (Liberal, Verchères)
- Bartholomew Pouliot (Conservative, L’Islet)
- Hon. Antoine A. Dorion (Liberal, Hochelaga)
- Anselme Paquet (Liberal, Berthier)
- Pierre Huot (Liberal, Québec East)
In addition, Hon. Jean-Charles Chapais (Agriculture) has protested the handling of the election in Kamouraska and claimed the seat for himself.
PARLIAMENTARY PROCEEDINGS
On a motion by the prime minister, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays will be set aside for Government Business, after which other business may be considered. Mondays and Wednesdays are designated for the consideration of private members’ business, after which Government Business may be considered.
The prime minister has also indicated that the first session of Parliament will be divided into two parts. The first part, in which it is currently engaged, will continue until just before Christmas. The second part will commence in late January or early February.
INTRODUCTION OF BILLS
Sir John A. Macdonald in his role as Attorney General introduced An Act respecting the Statutes of Canada.
Hon. Hector Langevin (Secretary of State for Canada) introduced a bill respecting the organization of his department.
PARLIAMENTARY INDEMNITIES
Following a lengthy debate, the members of Parliament have decided that they shall be issued an indemnity of six dollars per day to a maximum of $600 per session. Members will also be allowed a mileage allowance of ten cents per mile from the member’s place of residence to Ottawa as measured along the nearest mail route. These rates apply to senators as well.
The Speakers of the Senate and House of Commons will be paid an annual salary of $3,200 each.