§ 6. Mr. JELLETTasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland whether the cattle of 573 Lieutenant Henry Roe, late South Irish Horse, who served throughout the War, have been recently five times driven off his farm at Rathmore, Queen's County, in such a manner as to render them unsaleable; and whether he will afford this gentleman military protection for his stock so as to prevent his being compelled to give up his farm?
§ The CHIEF SECRETARY for IRELAND (Mr. Macpherson)The facts are generally as stated. Seven persons have been sentenced to three months' imprisonment for taking part in one of the raids. The police force in the district has been strengthened, and every protection will be afforded to this gentleman.
§ 7. Mr. JELLETTasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland whether the cattle of Mr. Peter Roe, auctioneer, Borris-in-Ossory, Queen's County, have been recently several times driven off his farm in Curraghmore, Queen's County; whether he has been and is being prevented from doing his business as an auctioneer by a system of organised and open intimidation; and what steps he proposes to take to put a stop to this system of persecution?
§ Mr. MACPHERSONThe cattle of this gentleman were on two occasions recently driven off his farm, and twelve persons were sentenced to three months' imprisonment in connection therewith. On the 10th inst. Mr. Roe was prevented by an organised crowd, with bands, from holding an auction, and the question of proceedings being taken is under consideration. An extra force of police has been transferred to the district for the protection of this gentleman's farm and property, and to afford him any protection necessary.