§ 39. Sir JOHN JARDINEasked the Under-Secretary of State for War whether, in order to deal with such things as poisonous gases, poisonous wells, and new explosives, any commissions in the Army have been given to persons skilled in analysis and other chemical arts, as distinguished from those who have medical qualifications; and whether Fellows of the Institute of Chemistry are eligible for such commissions?
§ Mr. TENNANTArrangements have been made to employ on such duties, both as officers and non-commissioned officers, a number of persons having these qualifications. Fellows of the Institute of Chemistry are eligible for commissions for this purpose.