§ Sir R. Rankinasked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Admiralty whether it is proposed that during the World's Fair, to be held at New York this summer, a courtesy visit should be paid by British naval vessels; and, if so, whether he can give any particulars?
§ Mr. ShakespeareAn invitation to the World's Fair at New York has been received, and I hope that it will be possible to arrange for visits to be paid by several of His Majesty's ships. I am afraid that I cannot give 'my hon. Friend any further particulars at present.