§ Mr. LEIF JONES (by Private Notice)asked whether the telegrams signed 3346 "Captain Guest, 12, Downing Street," stating that he was desired by the Prime Minister, Mr. Bonar Law, and Mr. Barnes to invite the recipients to attend a joint meeting of their supporters at the Central Hall, Westminster, on Saturday morning were sent out under the heading "O.H.M.S.," whether these telegrams were charged against public funds, and what sum of money was expended for this purpose?
Captain GUEST (Joint Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasury)Telegrams were sent out as stated, but there will be no expenditure out of public funds.
§ Mr. JONESMay I ask, then, how this sum will be repaid to the Public Accounts, and where we shall find the entry in regard to it?