§ Colonel HOWARD-BURYasked the Under-Secretary of State for the Colonies whether, in view of the desirability of establishing a better atmosphere in Palestine, he will take steps to see that the death penalty will not be inflicted on any Jews or Arabs who have been sentenced to death on account of the riots in Palestine during last August?
§ Dr. SHIELSThe prerogative in this matter is vested in the High Commissioner, who may be relied upon to be guided in his action by all proper consideration.