§ Mr. WATSON RUTHERFORDasked the Postmaster-General whether he is aware that a telegraphist at Liverpool has had his increment withheld since 7th May last on the alleged ground of telegraphist's cramp; and that the officer concerned has not been allowed to make any statement, and is unable to obtain any information on the subject; and whether he will cause inquiry to be made with a view to more sympathetic treatment of an officer alleged to be suffering from a disease of occupation?
§ Mr. SYDNEY BUXTONThe telegraphist in question has submitted a memorial to me in the matter, and I have it now under consideration.