§ Mr. DONNELLYasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland whether his attention has been called to the case of Mr. Brian O'Rourke, of Inniskeen, county Monaghan, who was taken from his home by armed forces of the Crown on Saturday, 23rd October, at 11 p.m.; whether Mr. O'Rourke has since that date been imprisoned in Belfast gaol without trial; and whether he is aware that Mr. O'Rourke is engaged extensively as corn merchant and miller, and also in the Belleek pottery trade, and that during his confinement in prison his business is being seriously interfered with; whether he will state on what charge this gentleman has been arrested; and will he take steps to order his release or see that he is brought to an early trial?
§ Sir H. GREENWOODMr. O'Rourke was arrested on the 23rd October. I understand that his occupation is that of a millowner and general merchant. After investigation of the case, it was decided not to take further proceedings, and Mr. O'Rourke was released on the 11th instant.