HC Deb 15 May 1893 vol 12 c898
MR. FLYNN (Cork, N.E.)

I beg to ask the Secretary of State for War if the case of Michael O'Keefe, formerly of A Troop, Madras Horse Artillery (now in the refuge for aged poor established at Montenotte, Cork, by the Little Sisters of the Poor), has been brought under the notice of the War Office; is he aware that this man fought through the Indian Mutiny, took part in several engagements, and received a medal and clasp for distinguished services in the field; and whether, in view of these services and his advanced age, he will entertain his claim to a moderate pension?

*THE SECRETARY OF STATE FOR WAR (Mr. CAMPBELL - BANNERMAN,) Stirling, &c.

Michael O'Keefe's service was entirely under the Honourable East India Company. I regret that he did not servo long enough to be qualified for a special pension.

MR. FLYNN

Is there any special machinery for inquiry into these cases?

MR. CAMPBELL-BANNERMAN

Yes, Sir; the Chelsea Commissioners are most trustworthy, and discharge the duty most efficiently.