§ 3. Mr. STEWARTasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs if he can supply any details as to the reported piracy and destination of the steamer "Tai On"; did any British subjects lose their lives owing to the piracy; if so, how many; and was the cargo either in whole or in part British-owned or of British manufactured goods?
§ Sir E. GREYI have at present no information beyond what has appeared in the papers.
§ Mr. STANIERIs the right hon. Gentleman making inquiries?
§ Sir E. GREYCases of piracy are, unfortunately, very frequent in these waters. I expect to receive fuller information in due course, either from Hong Kong, through the Colonial Office, or from Sir J. N. Jordon at Peking.