§ MR. LONSDALEI beg to ask the Chief Secretary to the Lord-Lieutenant of Ireland whether it has been brought to his notice that at a meeting of the Drumraney, South Westmeath, branch of the United Irish League, on Sunday, 23rd June, three farmers were compelled to apologise publicly for having assisted a man who had purchased an evicted farm; whether he is aware that the chairman, who is a county councillor, informed one of the farmers that this was his last chance of forgiveness; and what action he proposes to take with reference to the intimidation practised by the United Irish League.
§ MR. BIRRELLI am aware that a statement to the effect mentioned in the Question has appeared in the newspapers. The meeting at which these proceedings are said to have taken place was held within doors, and the police have no evidence as to what occurred at the meeting.