§ 9. Mr. DAYasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies the number of tribesmen at present detained at the Sinarango Prison Camp, Malaita, awaiting trial for the murders that occurred last October; and when it is proposed to try these prisoners?
§ The SECRETARY of STATE for the COLONIES (Mr. Amery)I am informed that 191 natives were arrested, but I am not aware how many of these are detained at Sinarango. The trials were expected to open at the end of March.
§ Mr. AMERYNo, Sir; I have heard there was dysentery in the camp, and I have telegraphed for information.