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25.
Sir W. Smithers
asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies, if he will give the latest information about the outbreak of bubonic plague in Palestine.
Mr. Creech Jones
From the start of this outbreak on 26th June, up to 15th July, 15 cases were treated, only one of which was fatal. Heavy and widespread infection amongst the rat population is reported, but energetic measures have been taken, and no new cases have been notified since 8th July.