§ Mr. GOULDasked the President of the Board of Trade whether any boots or shoes are being imported into this country in an unfinished state; and, if so, what is the country of origin?
§ Mr. W. R. SMITHImports of boots and shoes in an unfinished state are not separately recorded by the Customs authorities, and I regret, therefore, that I am unable to furnish my hon. Friend with the information he desires.