HC Deb 18 June 1896 vol 41 cc1340-1
MR. SAMUEL SMITH

May I ask the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether there is any truth in the report that British Guiana has been invaded by the Venezuelans?

MR. J. CHAMBERLAIN

If the hon. Gentleman desires any details, he must give notice of his Question. As a matter of fact, we have had a telegram stating that some Venezuelan soldiers, I believe, have crossed the boundary and have interfered with the proceedings of a body of English officials who are surveying a route.