§ 42. Mr. G. Straussasked the Secretary of State for War whether he can give any particulars as to the extent of the typhus epidemic in Naples.
§ Sir J. GriggThe typhus epidemic in Naples is confined to the civilian population, among whom the incidence has steadily increased since the summer. Control of the epidemic is in the hands of the Deputy Chief Civil Affairs Officer and the United States Typhus Commission. Mass disinfestation and the inoculation of key personnel have been organised.