Murder of MR. Whitten, Assam.

Oral Answers to Questions — India. – in the House of Commons am ar 28 Gorffennaf 1924.

Danfonwch hysbysiad imi am ddadleuon fel hyn

Photo of Colonel Charles Yate Colonel Charles Yate , Melton

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asked the Under-Secretary of State for India if he can now give the particulars regarding the murder of Mr. Whitten by coolies on a tea estate in Assam; whether he is aware that this murder was the result of the preaching of agitators; and how much longer the Government responsible for law and order is going to tolerate this preaching?

Photo of Mr Robert Richards Mr Robert Richards , Wrecsam

The further Report promised, after investigation, has not yet been received.

Photo of Colonel Charles Yate Colonel Charles Yate , Melton

Was not this murder the result of the preaching of agitation, and how long are the Government of India going to tolerate this agitation?

Photo of Mr Robert Richards Mr Robert Richards , Wrecsam

We have asked for a Report.

Photo of Viscount  Turnour Viscount Turnour , Horsham and Worthing

Has the hon. Gentleman asked for a statement from the local Governor as to the state of public order?

Photo of Mr Robert Richards Mr Robert Richards , Wrecsam

We have asked for a Report of the whole affair.

Photo of Mr John Jones Mr John Jones , West Ham Silvertown

Are all the agitators going to be sent to the scaffold at the request of hon. Members opposite?