FROM FAFA TO SAY 283 two hundred of Amadu's warriors are still prisoners in the hands of the Tuareg chief Unfortunately, however, after the Sinder affair, the chief of Say succeeded in reconciling the enemies, and, as we ha\c seen, the truce between them was brought about at the expense of the French.

The sth of April was Easter Sunday, and Father Hacquart celebrated mass as we slipped easily down stream through charming scenery, preceded by Hugo in his canoe acting as guide. We passed several big villages belonging to the chiefs under Amadu, and anchored opposite Saga.

To-morrow we should pass Dunga where Amadu himself lived, and I determined that our boats should look their best, so I had everything put ship-shape on board. Our masts, which had been lowered, as they gave too much purchase to the wind, were raised again, and from them