HC Deb 31 December 1916 vol 88 c1622
69. Captain GANZONI

asked the Home Secretary whether he is aware that a leaflet entitled "Why must the War go on?" written by the hon. Member for Stirling Burghs, and published by the Union of Democratic Control, has been distributed from house to house in the city of York; and whether he intends to take any action in consequence of the statements and imputations contained therein?

Sir G. CAVE

My attention has been drawn to this leaflet, and it is receiving my consideration.

Mr. PONSONBY

Before the right hon. Gentleman answers, may I ask whether he is aware that this leaflet was submitted to the Censor before publication?

Sir G. CAVE

No, Sir, I am not aware of it. My attention has been called to this leaflet. I will consider it.

Mr. BUTCHER

In view of the pestilential character of this leaflet, will you take steps to prosecute the hon. Member?

Mr. PRINGLE

Are we to understand that a leaflet which is passed by the Censor is of a pestilential character?

Mr. GOLDSTONE

Are there pro-Germans in the Censor's office?