§ 77. Lord H. CAVENDISH-BENTINCKasked the Chief Secretary whether he has received a report on the destruction by Crown Forces near Skibbereen on 9th March of four houses belonging to persons named Connolly, O'Sullivan, M'Carthy, and Driscoll; whether this was an official reprisal, and, if so, for what offence; and on what principle these houses were selected?
§ Mr. HENRYThis place is in the martial law area. I have therefore called for a report from the Commander-in-Chief with reference to this matter. I shall be glad if the Noble Lord will repeat the question, of which I only received notice on Saturday, one day next week.