HC Deb 20 February 1885 vol 294 c912
SIR HENRY TYLER

asked the Secretary of State for War, Whether any measures have been or are being taken to provide steamers suitable for military operations for traffic between Berber and Khartoum?

THE MARQUESS OF HARTINGTON

Yes, Sir; Lord Wolseley has stated what he will require, and measures are being taken to comply with his request.