§ 68. Brigadier-General CROFTasked the Secretary of State for War whether a vessel laden with munitions for North Russia was at any time lost with all hands; and, if so, whether this mystery has been cleared up?
§ Mr. CHURCHILLI am informed that the ss. "Adventure" left Newcastle-on-Tyne for Archangel and Murmansk on 24th December, 1018, loaded with ammunition and general stores. The vessel has not since been heard of, and is presumed to be a total loss. This is the only case of which I have information.
§ Brigadier-General CROFTIs there any indication that there was any foul play in connection with this disaster?
§ Mr. CHURCHILLNo, I have heard nothing of the sort.