One Step Too Many.

The Australians are said to be a rather solemn people.but circumstancea amuse them in spite of themselves. The recent electtons in Victoria supplied several laughable incidents. A candidate for a Melbourne constituency in a burst of eloquence, asked the question: "What is it that has made England what she is- mighty, revered, feared and respected?" "Oireland!" was the prompt and unexpected reply, in a fine brogue, from the rear of the hall. Another Melbourne candidate, after laying down a somewhat advanced program, exclaimed: "Yes, gentlemen, and I will go one step further," saying which he stepped over the edge of the rostrum in short-slghted enthusiasm, and feil among the reporters beneath.