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not allow the Foolah carriers to move their loads

from the west bank. Our own men soon reme-

died the evil, much to the temporary annoyance

of the prince, who, on seeing us encamp, ex-

pressed his regret at having doubted us. Our

situation was now become truly alarming 5 a

scarcity of provisions had existed for some

days, and on the 3d the men had none at all

and as the prince could not be prevailed upon

to allow our moving from the Panjetta, until

the king's sanction could be obtained, Captain

Campbell determined on sending Lieutenant

Stokoe, with presents to him and two of his

principal chiefs, requesting permission to pass

through the country without any further delay.