asked the Minister for Defence if he is aware that Corporal John Cribben, Army No. 3144, Annascaul Outpost, who was shot dead on active service about twelve months ago, was the sole support of his aged father in Rathangan, Co. Kildare, and whether he will favourably consider the granting of a pension or gratuity in this case.
CEISTEANNA—QUESTIONS. ORAL ANSWERS. - ANNASCAUL OUTPOST FATALITY.
It appears that Mr. Cribben was to some extent dependent on his deceased son. The necessary procedure in connection with the claim for gratuity is now practically completed, and the case will be settled at an early date.