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Official Report 30 April 1914

Steamship "Tai On" (Reported Piracy).

3. Mr. STEWART asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs if he can supply any details as to the reported piracy and destination of the steamer "Tai On"; did any British subjects lose their lives owing to the piracy; if so, how many; and was the cargo either in whole or in part British-owned or manufactured goods?

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Sir E. GREY: I have at present no in- formation beyond what has appeared in the papers.

Mr. STANIER: Is the right hon. Gen- tleman making inquiries t

Sir E. GREY: Cases of piracy are, un- fortunately, very frequent in these waters. I expect to receive fuller information in due course, either from Hong Kong, through the Colonial Office, or from Sir J. N. Jordon at Peking.

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