Whether the representations made to either of these friends were the result of national prejudice, or proceeded from a baser motive, it is scarce worth while to inquire.

A separation ensued.

Mr.Reilly adopted the resolution of his friend Mr.Mitchel.

Mr.M'Gee adhered to Mr.Duffy; and a new career and distinct fortunes opened to the enterprise of the four men, whose united efforts elevated the popularity of the _Nation_ to a height never before enjoyed by an Irish journal.
The early differences between the two great journalists suggested to Mr.
Duffy, and to others, the necessity of drawing up a programme for the guidance of the Confederation.

A committee was appointed, consisting of several members, including all the leading advocates of both the policy of Mr.Duffy and that of Mr.Mitchel.The report was principally the production of Mr.Duffy.It was in part modified by others; but Mr.
Mitchel, who objected to its principle, refused to take any part in its modification.