§ Mr. JOYCEasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland whether he had heard any account of an affray between police and people at Cappamore, county Limerick, yesterday; whether the police officer in charge ordered his men to fix bayonets and charge the crowd; whether several persons were stabbed, one very seriously; and whether he would make full inquiries?
§ Mr. BIRRELLNo, Sir; I have not heard anything about it, but I will endeavour to ascertain whether the facts are as alleged by the hon. Member.
§ Mr. JOYCEWill the right hon. Gentleman immediately telegraph to Ireland and ask for an account of the matter?
§ Mr. BIRRELLYes; that is the course I intend to take.