HC Deb 02 June 1913 vol 53 cc558-9
1. Mr. BARNES

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs if he will make representations to the Chilian authorities respecting the continued imprisonment of William Waddell, at San Garves, notwithstanding his acquittal on charges brought against him; and if he will demand his release?

The UNDER-SECRETARY of STATE for FOREIGN AFFAIRS (Mr. Acland)

On learning of Waddell's imprisonment His Majesty Chargé d' Affaires at Santiago at once asked for an inquiry into the circumstances and for the prisoner's release and passage home. Waddell was released on 7th May, and embarked at Coronel on the 21st on board the "Oriana" for England.