Geographical Notes

Abstract

AT the meeting of the Royal Geographical Society on Monday night Sir Henry Rawlinson read the following telegram, forwarded by the Eastern Telegraph Company from Zanzibar, with regard to the movements of Mr. Joseph Thomson:— “Thomson reached Dgare na Erobi, in Masai country, long. 37°, lat. 3.5, on May 5. Was compelled to flee during night to evade what could only have been a disastrous fight, through troubles raised by Fischer's caravan in front. Got safely back to Taveta, where he camped his men, and has come down to Mombasa with small party in seven marches to replenish his groods, which has become necessary in consequence of his retreat from Masai and prolonged detention at Taveta. Returns in a few days to Taveta to proceed by Arusha, probably in company of another caravan. Is in good health. Details by post.”