§ MR. GILHOOLY (Cork Co., W.)I beg to ask the Secretary to the Admiralty whether his attention has been directed to the action of Thomas Goggin and John Regan, who have prevented the wreck of H.M.S. Apollo off the coast of Crookhaven; and whether these men will be compensated for their heroic action in this matter?
SIR U. KAY-SHUTTLEWORTHThe two fishermen named in the hon. Gentleman's question have addressed a letter to the Admiralty which will at once be referred to Admiral Dale for his remarks. In the meantime, the House will be glad to learn that the Admiral has sent a telegram to the following effect to the Admiralty:— 310
Apollo was making land to ascertain position, and was not at any time in danger. Land was seen before boats were met with. Newspaper report exaggerated.A Report has also been received from the Captain of the Apollo giving more fully the facts on which this telegram is based.