asked the Minister for Defence if he has received applications from or on behalf of Mrs. M.A. Nolan, of 8, New Road, Chapelizod, widow of Volunteer John Nolan, No. 144, Railway Maintenance Corps, who was attached to Griffith Barracks, and who was shot dead whilst in uniform by armed men, on 15th March, 1923, for a pension under the Army Pensions Act, 1923; and whether, in view of the fact that there is a family of five, he will have consideration of this claim expedited?
CEISTEANNA—QUESTIONS. ORAL ANSWERS. - DUBLIN ARMY PENSION CLAIM.
PEADAR UA DUBHGHAILL
Mr. O'HIGGINS (for Minister for Defence)
I am aware of the circumstances in which Private Nolan met his death. A claim for compensation has been received, and will be disposed of very shortly.