HC Deb 12 November 1917 vol 99 c56W
Mr. KING

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether the wool clip in South Africa has been commandeered or bought for Imperial purposes; and, if so, what price has been paid?

Mr. HEWINS

His Majesty's Government have purchased a portion of this season's South African wool clip on the same terms as the wool clips of Australia and New Zealand.