HC Deb 26 November 1946 vol 430 cc261-2W
Sir W. Smithers

asked the Secretary of State for War how many wrist watches were contained in a consignment received in Hong Kong early in May for distribution to the Forces through N.A.A.F.I./ E.F.I.; what was their value; and what happened to them after they arrived at the Kowloon Docks.

Mr. Bellenger

A total of 374 watches were received in Hong Kong during May, valued at 34,160 dollars, that is £12,135. All but nine were sold to units. The nine were stolen from the warehouse.