Digitized by the Internet Archive in 2018 with funding from Duke University Libraries https://archive.org/details/copiesofallcorre01cape CAPE OF GOOD HOPE. COPIES OF ALL HAVING REFERENCE TO THE RECENT REBELLION. |jrinte& bg #rbtr of % Potts* of ^sscmblg. 1881. q968.7045 C239 C783 1881 CArE TOWN : SAUL SOLOMON & CO., STEAM FEINTING OFFICE, ST. GEORGE’S-STREET, 1881. [A. 35 —’81.]' ■ ' ' ' ' ' ■ L 1 „ n f Assembly. P,i i vament.. House -r -ill mrr^snond'- 1 !i Comes - ,_ .j....... rP f P rence a n H fp'[parani= havino to the recent rebellion . SCHEDULE OF CONTENTS. Serial No. Date. From whom. To whom. Page. 1 2nd Aug., 1880 Secretary for Native Affairs i Chief Magistrate, EAGriqua- land 1 2 3rd 33 33 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 1 3 Gth 33 33 Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land 2 4 7 th 33 33 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 2 5 9 th 33 33 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 2 6 24th 33 33 Under Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land 3 7 10 th 33 33 Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Secretary for Native Affairs 3 8 24 th 33 33 Under Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 5 9 11th 33 33 Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Secretary for Native Affairs 5 10 11th 33 33 Ditto ditto Under Secretary for Native Affairs G 11 17 th 33 33 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs G 12 28th 33 33 Under Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land 7 13 17th 33 33 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 8 14 18th 33 33 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 8 . 15 10th Sept., 33 Under Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land 10 1G 19 th Ang., 33 Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Secretary for Native Affairs 10 17 28th 33 33 Under Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 12 . 18 23rd 33 33 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 12 19 31st 33 33 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 14 20 4th Sept., 33 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 1G 21 4 th 33 33 Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land 1G 22 5th 33 33 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 17 23 | 5 th 33 33 Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land 17 24 Gth 33 33 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 17 25 8 th 33 33 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 18 2G 8 th 33 33 Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Under Secretary for Native Affairs 18 27 22nd 33 33 Under Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 22 28 13th 33 33 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 22 29 j 14 th 33 33 Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Under Secretary for Native Affairs 23 [A. 35—’81.] 1 it’ ) 10- A IV Serial Xo. Date. From whom. To whom. Page. 30 25th Sept., 1880 Under Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Tcmbuland 23 31 16th yy yy Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 24 32 17 th yy yy Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land 24 33 10 th yy yy Civil Commissioner and Accountant, Transkei* Under Secretary for Native Affairs 25 34 20th yy yy Ditto ditto Secretary for Native Affairs 25 35 23rd yy yy Under Secretary for Native Affairs Civil Commissioner and Ac¬ countant, Transkei* 26 36 20 th yy yy Secretary for Native Affairs Ditto ditto 26 37 20th yy yy Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 26 38 21st yy yy Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 27 39 22nd yy yy Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land 36 40 23rd yy yy Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 36 41 27th yy yy Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Under Secretary for Native Affairs 36 42 14th Oct., „ Under Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 37 43 27th Sept., „ Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 38 44 29 th yy yy Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land 38 45 28th yy yy Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 38 46 28th yy yy Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 38 47 29th yy yy Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 39 48 29th yy yy Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 39 49 29th yy yy Under Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land 40 50 30 th yy yy Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Secretary for Native Affairs 40 51 30th yy yy Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 41 52 1st Oct., „ Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Ditto ditto 42 53 2nd yy yy Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 42 54 2nd yy yy Under Secretary for Native Affairs Civil Commissioner and Ac¬ countant, Transkei* 43 55 3rd yy yy Chief Magistrate, E. Griqna- Innrl Secretary for Native Affairs 43 56 4 th yy yy Hope, Resident Magistrate, Qumbu Ditto ditto 44 57 4 th yy yy Secretary for Native Affairs Resident Magistrate, Kokstad 44 b 58 4 th | yy yy ResidentMagistrate,Kokstad Secretary for Native Affairs 44 59 4th yy yf Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 44 60 4 th yy yy Secretary for Native Affairs Resident Magistrate, Kokstad 45 * Acting for Chief Magistrate, absent on leave. V Serial No. Date. From whom. To whom. Page. 61 4th Oct., 1880 Resident Magistrate, Mount Frere Secretary for Native Affairs 45 62 4th „ „ Hope, Resident Magistrate, Qumbu Ditto ditto 46 63 4 til yy yy Civil Commissioner and Accountant, Transkei* Under Secretary for Native Affairs 46 64 4th „ „ Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 46 65 4th „ „ Chief Magistrate, Tembn- land Secretary for Native Affairs 46 66 5th „ Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 47 67 5th „ „ Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 47 68 5th „ „ Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Secretary for Native Affairs 47 69 5tll yy yy Hope, Resident Magistrate, Qumbu Ditto ditto 48 70 5 th ,, „ Secretary for Native Affairs Hope, Resident Magistrate, Qumbu 48 71 5th „ „ ResidentMagistrate,Kokstad Secretary for Native Affairs 48 72 6 th „ „ Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Ditto ditto 49 73 oth ,, „ Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Under Secretary for Native Affairs 49 74 18th „ „ Under Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 50 75 Gth „ „ Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 50 76 6th „ „ Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 50 77 6 th „ „ Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqna- land Secretary for Native Affairs 51 78 6th „ „ Chief Magistrate, E. Griqna- land 51 79 7 th „ Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land 51 80 7th „ Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 52 81 8 th „ „ Chief Magistrate,E.Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 52 82 7 th „ Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 53 83 8th „ „ Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Ditto ditto 53 84 8th „ „ Thomson, Resident Magis¬ trate, Gatberg (Maclear) Ditto ditto 53 85 9th „ „ Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Ditto ditto 54 86 9 th „ „ Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 54 87 88 9th „ „ 10 th ,, ,, Secretary for Native Affairs Ditto ditto Chief Magistrate, Tembuland Civil Commissioner and Ac¬ countant, Transkei* 54 54 89 11th „ Civil Commissioner and Accountant, Transkei* Secretary for Native Affairs 55 90 11th „ Thomson, Resident Magis¬ trate, Maclear Ditto ditto 55 91 10th „ „ Secretary for Native Affairs Thomson, Resident Magis¬ trate, Maclear 55 A 2 Acting for Chief Magistrate, Tracekei, absent on leave. VI Serial No. Date. From whom. To whom. Page. 92 10 th Oct., 1880 Secretary for Native Affairs Welsh, Resident Magistrate, Tsolo Secretary for Native Affairs 56 93 12th 99 99 Welsh, Resident Magistrate, Tsolo 56 94 9th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Ditto ditto 56 95 10th 99 99 Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land 57 96 10 th 99 99 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 57 97 10th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 57 98 11th >9 99 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 58 99 12th 99 99 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 58 100 12th 99 99 Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land 59 101 12th 99 99 Hope, Resident Magistrate, Qumbu Secretary for Native Affairs 59 102 12th 99 99 Secretary for Native Affairs Hope, Resident Magistrate, Qumbu 59 103 12th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 60 104 13th 99 99 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 60 105 13th 99 99 Secretary for Native Affairs Civil Commissioner and Ac¬ countant, Transkei* 60 106 14 th 99 99 Civil Commissioner and Accountant, Transkei* Secretary for Native Affairs 61 107 12th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Under Secretary for Native Affairs 61 108 12th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 62 109 13 th 99 99 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 04 110 13th 99 99 Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land 64 111 14th 99 99 Ditto ditto Welsh, Resident Magistrate, Tsolo 05 112 14th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 65 113 14th 99 99 Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land 65 114 15 th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 66 115 15 th 99 99 Hope, Resident Magistrate, Qumbu Ditto ditto 66 116 15th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Ditto ditto 67 117 15tli 99 99 Secretary for Native Affairs Hope, Resident Magistrate, Qumbu 67 118 14th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Secretary for Native Affairs 67 119 16th 99 99 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 68 120 16th 99 99 Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 68 121 23rd 99 99 Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Secretary for Native Affairs 68 122 15 th 99 99 Hope, Resident Magistrate, Qumbu Ditto ditto 69 * Acting for Chief Magistrate, Transkei, absent on leave. Vll Seri a No. Date. From whom. To whom. Page. 123 15 th Oct., 1880 Hope, Resident Magistrate, Qumbu Secretary for Native Affairs G9 123 J 15th 99 99 Secretary for Native Affairs Hope, Resident Magistrate, Qumbu 70 124 lGth 99 99 Hope, Resident Magistrate, Qumbu Secretary for Native Affairs 70 125 15th 97 99 Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua¬ land 70 12G 16th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Secretary for Native Affairs 71 127 15th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, Transkei Ditto ditto 71 128 15 th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Ditto ditto 71 129 18th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Ditto ditto 72 130 18 th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, Transkei Ditto ditto 72 131 ID th 99 99 Hope, Resident Magistrate, Qumbu Ditto ditto 72 132 19th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land " Ditto ditto 73 133 19th 99 99 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 73 134 19 th 99 99 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 82 135 29th 99 99 Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua¬ land 84 13G 10th Nov., 1880 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 84 137 19 th Oct., 1880 Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Secretary for Native Affairs 85 138 20 th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Ditto ditto 87 139 1 22nd 99 99 Resident Magistrate,Maclear (East Griqualand) Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua¬ land Ditto ditto 88 140 1 23rd 99 99 Ditto ditto 88 141 1 23rd 99 99 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 88 142 23rd 99 99 Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua¬ land 89 143 24th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Secretary for Native Affairs 89 144 ; 24th 99 99 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 90 1 145 24th 99 99 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 90 I 140 24th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, Transkei Ditto ditto 90 ! , ! g 147 24th 99 99 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 90 I 148 24th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Ditto ditto 91 ] 149 24th 99 •9 Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 92 | 150 24th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Secretary for Native Affahs 92 I 151 24th 99 99 Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 92 Li 25 th 99 99 Chief Magistrate, Ternbu- land Secretary for Native Affairs 93 Vlll Serial; No. Date. From whom. To whom. Page. 153 20th Oct., 1880 Chief Magistrate, Transkei Secretary for Native Affairs 98 154 25 th 33 33 Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Butter- worth 93 155 25 th 33 33 Ditto ditto Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 94 156 25 th 33 33 Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Secretary for Native Affairs 94 157 25th 33 33 Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 94 158 25 th 33 33 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 94 159 25 th 33 33 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 95 160 25 th 33 33 Chief Magistrate, Tembu- lancl Secretary for Native Affairs 95 161 25 th 33 33 Secretary for Native Affair’s Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 95 162 25th 33 33 Ditto ditto Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land 96 163 26 th 33 33 Ditto ditto Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 106 164 26th 33 33 Chief Magistrate, Transkei Secretary for Native Affairs 107 165 27th 33 33 Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 108 166 27 th 33 33 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 108 167 27th 33 33 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 108 168 27 th 33 33 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 109 169 27th 33 33 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 109 170 27th 33 33 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 109 171 28th 33 33 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 110 172 27 th 33 33 Ditto ditto Chief Magistrate, Transkei 110 173 27th 33 33 Chief Magistrate, Transkei Secretary for Native Affairs no 174 28th 33 33 Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 111 175 28 th 33 33 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 111 176 28th 33 33 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 111 177 28th 33 33 Chief Magistrate, Tembu- land Secretary for Native Affairs 111 178 28 th 33 33 Secretary for Native Affair's Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land 112 179 28th 33 33 Ditto ditto Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 112 180 28th 33 33 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 112 181 28th 33 33 Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 113 182 28th 33 33 Chief Magistrate, Tcmbrr- land Secretaiy for Native Affairs 113 183 28 th 33 33 Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- land Ditto ditto 114 IX Serial No. Date. From whom. To whom. Page. 184 28th Oct., 1880 Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 114 185 28th yy Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- Secretary for Native Affairs 115 land 180 1 20th yy Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- 115 1 land 187 28th )> yy Chief Magistrate, Tembu- Secretary for Native Affairs 116 land 188 28 th )> yy Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 116 180 28th )> yy Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 116 100 20th )) yy Chief Magistrate, Transkei Ditto ditto 116 101 20 th )> yy Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Transkei 117 102 31st yy Chief Magistrate, Transkei Secretary for Native Affair’s 117 103 20th yy Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- Ditto ditto 117 land 104 30 th >> Chief Magistrate, Tembu- Ditto ditto 131 land 105 30th >> yy Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 132 100 30th yy yy Chief Magistrate, E. Griqua- Ditto ditto 132 land 107 30th yy yy Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 133 108 30th yy yy Chief Magistrate, Transkei Ditto ditto 133 100 30th yy yy Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Transkei 133 200 30th yy yy Chief Magistrate, Tembu- Secretary for Native Affairs 134 land 201 31st yy yy Secretary for Native Affairs Chief Magistrate, Tembuland 134 202 31st yy yy Chief Magistrate, Tembu- Secretary for Native Affairs 135 land 203 31st yy yy Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 135 204 31st yy yy Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 135 205 31st yy yy Ditto ditto Ditto ditto 136 CAPE OF GOOD HOPE. Copies of all Correspondence and Telegrams having reference to the recent Rebellion. |]nnfeb bn (Drbcv of tbe Douse of ^ssembln. 1881. Return, in part, in compliance with a Resolution of the Honourable House of Assembly, adopted on the 5th April, 1881, as follows :—“ For Copies of ail Correspondence and Telegrams having reference to the recent Rebellion, and anticipating it, in the Transkei and Griqualand East, between the Government, the Commandant- General, Major Elliot, Messrs. Brownlee, Welsh, Thomson, the late Mr. Hope, and Capt. Blyth ; also between the Commandant-General, Major Elliot, Capt Blyth and Mr. Brownlee, during the months of August, September, and October last.” [ No. 1. ] Copy.] Telegram from Secretary Native Affairs to Hon. C. Brownlee, Ivokstad. In view of possible removal of Cape Mounted Rifles from Ivokstad, and your requiring force for active service, would like to know what number of men, Burghers or Volunteers. You can depend on Europeans and Griquas lor duty if required, no doubt ; but if men are wanted in Basutoland many with you will be taken, and it is well to know before¬ hand how they will be replaced, and wish you to inform me. Nothing changed in matteis in Basutoland. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. 2nd September, 1880. [ No. 2. ] Copy of Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. 1 would not under any circumstances raise more than fifty European Volunteers in this district, though I have an offer from Natal ; might raise one hundred and fifty Griquas, but should not like to trust them in emergency, Removal of Cape Mounted Rifles would necessitate abandon¬ ment of Xesibe country. This would tempt Pondos to attack Xesibe. In case it becomes imperatively necessary to remove Cape Mounted Rifles, [A. 35—’81.] n Straclian should be made Commandant. Griquas and Natives would serve under him, and his being in the field would strengthen us. I do not think at the most we could spare more than one hundred Cape Mounted Rifles, for if resistance is general in Basutoland, we will require all our force to keep matters quiet here. 3rd August, 1880. [ No. 3. 1 Copy.] Telegram from Secretary Native Affairs to Hon. C. Brownlee, Kokstad. Am in communication with the Commandant-General regarding Grant- If at liberty will send him up, if not you will have to go on without him- These things are best settled while fresh. Basuto matters remain much the same, a mass meeting- is to be held at Thaba Bosigo to-morrow, when the situation will be discussed by all the chiefs and people of the tribes. The decision will be anxiously looked for as being important. Letsea has ordered and enforced the restoration of cattle taken by his son Bereng f'rom loyal people. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. 6th August, 1880. [ No. 4. ] Copy of Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. Matters still quiet. Basutoland matters anxiously watched, native rumours that loyal people have been murdered and their property taken, and Government unable to give redress, that magistrates have fled and rebellion spreading. Am as far as possible endeavouring to counteract these erroneous rumours, and have made generally known information received from you. I think the mass meeting to be held to-day will do good, and that the people will generally declare against action of rebels ; this wouldremove anxiety on this side. 7th August, 1880. Copy.—No. 301.] [ No. 5. ] Office of the Chief Magistrate, Kokstadt, 9th August, 1880. The Honourable the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sir, — In consequence of the present disturbed state of matters in Basutoland, which may at any time necessitate the employment of extra messengers and express riders, 1 have authorised the magistrate at Mata- tiele to take on three more men, mounted,—one to be stationed at the Umzimvubu Drift, to carry expresses between Matatiele and Kokstad, I have also directed Mr. Thomson to take on four more mounted men, two to be stationed at Mount Fletcher, about 70 miles from the seat of magistracy, one to be stationed midway between Mount Fletcher and 3 Mr. Thomson’s magistracy, and another to be stationed at the magistracy. I am not aware what the charges for these mounted men will be, as they will be employed for special service at a time when grass has no nourishment in it, and when corn to feed the horses can bo obtained only at most extravagant prices; it is therefore to be expected that the rates charged will bo higher than usual, but the magistrates will endeavour to obtain the service at as low rates as possible. I have the honour to request that you will be good enough to sanction wbat I have ordered, as a temporary measure, and until matters return to their normal state in Basutoland. I have. Ac., C. BROWNLEE, Chief Magistrate. [ No. 0. ] Copy.—No. 2 | 1221.] Office of the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, 24th August, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Griqualand West. Sir, —In reply to your letter, No. 301, of the 9th instant, intimating that you had authorized the employment of seven extra express riders, three on the establishment of Resident Magistrate, Matatiele, and the re¬ maining four on that of the Resident Magistrate, Gatberg, and requesting the sanction of Government for this additional service, I am directed to acquaint you that Government approves of the appointment, temporarily, of these messengers, during the disturbed state of affairs in Basutoland. (Signed) H. E. R. BRIGHT, Under Secretary Native Affairs. [ No. 7. ] No. 18c.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of Tembuland, Umtata, 10th August, 1880. The Hon. the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sir,—I have the honour herewith to transmit for your information, copy of a statement made before Mr. C. F. Blakeway, the Resident Magis¬ trate, Emquanduli (Mqanduli?). 'The main features of this statement are almost identical with those contained in a message sent to me a few days ago by Gangelizwe. That chief is to be at this office on the 14th instant, when I will endeavour to elicit a statement from him. Several natives who were visiting friends in this district, have gone back to the Colony, in consequence of having heard that their friends residing there had determined to resist the Location and Cattle Branding Acts. I have, Ac., (Signed) H. G. ELLIOT, Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. b 2 4 [Annexuke in No. 7.] Copv.J Copy of Statement made by Detective sent from Mqanduli, on 26th July, 1880. Appeared who stated :—I am a native of this district. In accordance with instructions I received, I started from Mqanduli in search of the escaped convict Malawana, and on other matters. I passed as an ordinary Kafir with only a blanket. I did not find Malawana, but I received information that he had been in Pali’s country, and that he lives at Paku’s Kraal. I engaged two men to accompany me, and went to his kraal, which we reached at night ; he was not there. I enquired from some Gcalekas about Kreli, and told them I had heard be was in the Cwabe forest. They asked me if Government had pardoned him, I said, yes. They then told me he was in Nquiliso’s country, at a place called Mtweni, near the sea, and that Sigcawn (Kreli’s son) had been seen at Gwadiso’s kraal. I further heard that Nquiliso wants to fight G wadi so, because he has not sent him the tee usually paid at death of all male Kafirs, and that a tiger tail had been sent by Nquiliso to Gwadiso’s Kraal and left there, indicating thereby that he intended attacking him. Gwadiso sent eight cattle to Nquiliso, but they were returned, and twelve messengers sent with them to tell Gwadiso that these were nothing, and that if he did not send them all he (Nquiliso) would take them himself. Gwadiso gave orders to his people to burn these twelve messengers, but his councillors advised him not to. At the headman, Sigcawn’s, Kraal, I heard from two of Holomisa’s men that a large meeting had been called by Gangelizwe, who himself had been called by the Rev. P. Hargraves to Clarkebury. The only three chiefs who attended were, Gangelizwe, Holomisa, and Sidiki. Mr. Hargraves informed Gangelizwe that he had sent for him to tell him he was going to England and would like to take Gangelizwe’s son with him, and further that he wanted to send a minister and a teacher to Gangelizwe’s kraal. Gangelizwe did not answer, but asked for news. Mr. Hargraves replied that he could only tell him that there was going to be a big war between all the natives in the country and the whites. That the Fingoes would also be against the whites, because the Government had branded the cattle and they don’t like it. That the Basutos had already commenced to fight. The people who told me were present at the meeting, and I know their names ; one is Tom and the other Jonas, both under headman Holomisa. Mr. Hargraves further said, that Her Majesty Queen Victoria would not send her soldiers to help the Colonists, as they were always ill-treating the natives ; and that she had not ordered them to take their guns. He then told them that Tembuland was to be annexed to the Colony. Gangelizwe then told Plargraves that he should have come to his kraal, when Gangelizwe would call a big meeting of all the headmen. I have since heard that a full meeting of all the Tembu chiefs, from the sea to Queen's Town, will be held at Ngangelizwe’s great place, either to-morrow or on Wednesday, about allowing Gangelizwe’s son to go to England and a teacher and minister to his kraal. I also heard that the Tembus said they are very glad there is going to be a great war between the whites and blacks, and also that Victoria won’t send any of her soldiers to help the colonists; and I further beard that the Pondos were dissatisfied about their boundary, and that if the Government burnt the houses along the boundary, they (the Pondos) would fight, and that the Tembus would not assist the Government against the Pondos, 5 I am of opinion that, if either the Ponclos, Basutos, or Fingoes fight, the Tembus will join;—they must join. J have heard that the Tembus will not agree to Gangelizwe’s son going away. (Signed) --- Witnesses : (Signed) Jo. W. Nesbitt, ,, Wm. Johannes. Before me this 9th day of August 1880. (Signed) Certified a true Copy : (Signed) L. S. H. Tainton. C. F. BLAKEWAY, Resident Magistrate. [ No. 8. ] Copy.—No. 2 | 119a.] Office of the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, Cape of Good Hope, 24th August, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. Sir, — I am directed to acknowledge the lcceipt of your letter No. 18c, dated 10th instant, transmitting a copy of a statement made by a native detective on the 26th ultimo, before the Resident Magistrate, Mqanduli, and to request that you will be good enough to forward a copy to Mr. Hargraves for his information. The Government being unable to realize that any such foolish repre¬ sentation could have been made by that gentleman, will not bo surprised if no reply is made. I have, &c., (Signed) H. E. R. BRIGHT, Under Secretary for Native Affairs. [ No. 9. ] Copy of Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. August 11th. Messengers are passing through Transkeian territory, stating that colonial natives have decided to resist Location and Cattle Branding Acts. Fingoes on this side the Kei are reported to be particularly active in this matter. Natives visiting in this district have been recalled by their friends in Colony. 11th August, 1880. 6 [ No. 10. ] Copy.—No. 459 | 80.] Office of the Chief Magistrate Tembuland, Umtata, 11th August, 1880. The Under Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sik,— In reporting' on the state of affairs during the past month in this territory, 1 have the honour to inform you that beyond what has already been communicated to you. I am not in receipt of any news of sufficient importance to transmit, with the exception of those contained in Mr. Levey’s letter, No. 309, dated the '2nd instant, copy of which is attached for your information. I have, &c., (Signed) Id. G. ELLIOT, Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. [ Annexure in No. 10. ] Copy.—No. 309.] Office of the Resident Magistrate of Southey ville, August 2nd, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. Sir, —In reporting upon the state of my district during the palp month, I have the honour to state that the disturbance in Basutoland has had no visible effect upon the chiefs and people up to the present. For some time past, I have noticed a mysterious manner with the chiefs for which I could not account ; until last week when I observed from the published proceedings in Parliament, that a petition had been presented to the House of Assembly b}^ four chiefs of this district. Why this matter should have been kept so secret from me 1 am at a loss .to tell, unless it was I he knowledge that I could have exposed the worthlessness of some of them. The common people as a whole are giving me every satisfaction, and I find that the influence of the chiefs over them is cn the decline. £1,050 10s. has been paid in hut-tax during the past month, and this has been done cheerfully, notwithstanding the serious drought that prevails. I am sorry to have to report that the canteens in the Colony, on the immediate border of this dist rict, are a source of much mischief, and I should feel deeply thankful if the Government would make such represen¬ tations to the Licensing Boards of Queen’s Town and Glen Grey, as would cause these evils to be removed. I have, &c., (Signed) CHARLES J. LEVEY, A true Copy: Resident Magistrate. (Signed) L. H. Tainton. Copy.—No. 326. [ No. 11. ] Office of the Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, Fast Griqualand, 17th August, 1880. if he Hon’hie the Secretary for Native Affairs. Sir, — I have the honour to report f >r your information, that from various sources it has been brought to my notice, that very strong sympathy exists between the Basutos on this side of the Drakensberg with those in Basutoland. 7 The information which I have recently received from you by wire has been of a reassuring nature, and I have made this information as widely known as possible, and no doubt this has exercised a beneficial influence on the better disposed among the natives, who see that any resistance to the Government can only bring ruin upon them, but unfortunately the great bulk of the population is much more likely to be influenced by popular excitement than by calm reason. The rumours now in circulation are so identical with those reported by me on the 9th April, in letter No. 132, that a simple reference to that letter would show a correct representation of what is now passing. The reports at present current, and generally believed, are that Letsie and the sons of Molappo are now yielding to the rebel party, who are rapidly gaining strength and moving about the country in large armed bands, and seizing the cattle of those who have surrendered their arms, and that all the traders and some of the magistrates have had to abandon the country; that last week a deputation from Basutoland went to Umqikela to report to him what had taken place, and to solicit his co-operation ; that the . asutos on this side of the mountain generally sympathize with Letsie, as their paramount chief, saying that his cause is theirs ; that he is fighting for the rights of his people, and that all Basutos should support him ; and an absurb rumour, which at one time was in circulation among the frontier tribes, to the effect that after disarmament, Government intend to take the land and the children of the natives, is also being circulated here. From the information received from you, it appears that only a small section of the Basutos is disaffected, but I fear the Government has taken too sanguine a view of the matter. I believe.that the affections and con¬ fidence of the whole Basuto nation has been estranged from Government, and that those who have surrendered their arms are just as much em¬ bittered against Government as the Fiugoes and natives on the frontier, who have surrendered their arms, or as those Basutos who are now in resistance to us, the only difference between them being that one class has determined to resist at all hazards, while the other class considers it better to submit than to subject themselves to ruin and destruction. Judging from other information received from you, I should imagine that resistance in Basutoland will be but partial ; if so, we may escape trouble on this side, and there will be no general rising here, and the only way in which trouble will manifest itself will be by men going from this side to join the Basutos in Basutoland; but if resistance, as the natives apprehend, should become general in Basutoland, we may have a rising- on this side, and which can only be prevented by the utmost caution and tact, and as stated in my letter of 9th April already referred to, if there should be a rising we can depend only on the small clans of Lebenya, Zibi, the Lepiyani’s, and Jojo, and Makaula. I have, &c., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE. Copy.—No. 2 [ No. 12. ] 1230. J Office of the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, Cape of Good Hope, 28th August, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand. S IR , —1 am directed to acknowledge the receipt of your letter, No. 32G of the 17th inst., and to express to you the thanks of Government for 8 your full and able report of the state of the natives in the territory under your jurisdiction, and more especially of those Basutos living on your side of the Drakensberg. In the event of any lighting unfortunately arising out of the Basuto¬ land disturbance, I am desired by Mr. Secretary AylifF to remind you how entirely dependent on your own resources you will have to be, looking so very largely, as you must, for the peace of East Griqualand, to the tribes mentioned in your letter of the 9th April last as being loyal to Government and to your own people. I am to add that Government relies on your keeping both yourself and it fully informed as to all that passes, and of the state of feeling existing among all the natives under your control. (Signed) H. E. R. BRIGHT, Under Secretary for Native Affairs. [ No. 13. ] Copy of Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. Native reports from Basutoland exciting, and to the effect that rebel party is gaining ground ; that large armed parties go through country attacking and plundering lo}'als, and Letsie and Jonathan giving way. Strong sympathy by Basutos on this side, who expect a general rising of Basutos ; should this be, most Basutos on this side likely to join other tribes ; earnestly watching course of events, but I think are not likely to move unless a general Using takes place in Basutoland. 17th August, 1S80. Copy.—No. 330.] [ No. 14. 1 Chief Magistrate’s Office, Kokstad, 18th August, 1880. The Hon’blo the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sir, —I have the honour to forward herewith copy of a letter No. 117 of the 30th July, 1880, received from the Resident Magistrate, Tsolo, regarding the state of affairs among the natives in his district up to the present date. I have, &c., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE, Chief Magistrate. [Annexure in No. 14.] Copy.—No. 117.J Resident Magistrate’s Office, Tsolo, 30th July, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand. Sir,—I have the honour to submit the following report on the state of matters in this district, to date. 9 On the 20th May last “Umditshwa” obtained a pass to proceed to Seyoyo’s for the purpose, as he alleged, of “talking ” an old dowry case. Before he had started on his journey, I was informed that he intended o-oing on to Umquikela’s. I therefore, in conjunction with Mr. Hope, the Resident Magistrate of Qumbu, took steps to have “ Umditshwa ” followed and watched. This was done by two policemen of Mr. Hope, who were proceeding to Pondoland East on duty, and their report on their return contained little or no information beyond the fact that “ Umditshwa ” had been at Umqikela’s great kraal. During “ Umditshwa’s ” visit to Pondoland some vague rumours appear to have reached the Government, to the effect that he had gone there without my knowledge. This, as the above will show, was incorrect, at least to a certain extent. u Umditshwa 1 returned on the 23rd June, and reported his arrival a day or two afterwards, and personally reported himself at this office a week after his return from Pondoland. He firmly and openly informed me that he had been to Umqikela, alleging as his reason for going there that the defendant in the case he went to Siyoyo’s about was"living near Umqikela’s. That this statement was put forth merely to conceal his real reason for going to Umqikela’s, I have not the least doubt, and I, moreover, believe that Umditshwa’s visit to Umqikela was of a political nature, but whether friendly or otherwise towards the Government 1 am unable to say, nor do I think any one in authority is likely ever to know. I am informed that there was, at the time of Umditshwa’s visit to Umqikela, a large gathering of chiefs and people in consequence of one of Umqikela’s daughters attaining her majority. Umditshwa returned with twenty head of cattle, ten of which he received from Umqikela and a like number from Siyoyo as gifts. I informed Umditshwa that I was surprised he had not told me of his intention to visit Umqikela, that be had merely asked, and obtained a pass to go to Siyoyo’s. He replied that I must have misunderstood him. This I denied, and the subject then dropped. During Umditshwa’s absence, my police were resisted and assaulted when in the execution of their duty in a very rugged portion of this dis¬ trict. The matter was fully reported to you in my letter of 25th June last, No. 93. Immediately after Umditshwa’s return I took occasion to mention the matter to him, and he at once undertook to have the men engaged in the affray brought before me. Four of them have been brought forward, and there are yet another four to be handed in. The matter of the Pondo kraals being built in this district, and the owners being warned by me to leave, has attracted a good deal of attention, and some excitement has been caused in consequence of the Pondos threat¬ ening to offer armed resistance in the event of my attempting to remove the kraals in question. That this threat on the part of the Pondos is believed in by the Pondomise is undoubted, inasmuch as a number of them residing along the border have fallen back with their stock. As soon as I heard this, I requested Umditshwa to inform the people that I wished them to return with their stock to their respective villages at once, and to report me should the Pondos in any way molest them. With regard to the case which the Pondo chief Nquiliso wished to bring against Umditshwa, as the chief of a man of the “Meotwe Clan” named Linaliti, whom Nquiliso charges with having seduced one of his daughters, Umditshwa informed me on Tuesday last, that notwithstanding your having told Nquiliso’s messengers that the accused was a murderer, and had taken refuge in Pondoland for more than two years, and that consequently neither the Government nor Umditshwa was liable for the man’s misdeeds in Pondoland. Nquiliso’s messengers 10 returned dissatisfied, and said the “ Greybeards have to come and “ talk ’ this case. 1 explained your decision in the matter to Umditshawa, and cautioned him against paying* any fine or making any compromise in the matter, inasmuch as Xquiiiso had your answer, which settled the question. To-day the headman Sam informed me that, a day or two since, four messengers from Nquiliso arrived at Umditshwa’s about this case ; that they were still there, but that lie had not heard what answer Umditsliwa had given them. I have, &c., (Signed) ALEX. R. WELSH, Resident Magistrate. [ No. 15. ] Copy. - No. 2 | 1288.] Office of the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, Cape of Good Hope, 10th September, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand. Sir.—I have the honour to acknowledge the receipt of your letter, No. 330, dated the 18th ultimo, 1880, forwarding a copy of a letter, dated 30th July last, No. 117, from the Resident Magistrate, Tsolo, regarding the state of affairs in his district ; and with reference to the boundary therein alluded to, I am directed to remind you that the matter is, as you are aware under the consideration of Government, which is awaiting the settle- ment of the question by yourself, Major Elliot, and Captain Grant. I have, &c., (Signed) H. E, IE BRIGHT, U. S. N. A. [ No. 10. ] Confidential.—N >. 20c.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of Tembuland, Umtata, 19th August, 1880. The Hon’ble the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sir,— In forwarding the enclosed copies of reports, Annexures A and B, furnished me by Messrs. Gumming and Levey, I have the honour to remark that the proposed plan of action, as stated in Mr. Cumming’s, is similar to that decided upon two years ago when there was a talk of forcibly disarming the emigrant 'Lembus. I have, &c,, (Signed) H. G. ELLIOT, Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. 11 [ Annexure x4 in No. 10. ] Copy.—No. 325.J Resident Magistrate’s Office, Southeyville, August 9th, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. Sir, —Since I forwarded my monthly report, I have the honour to inform you that I have been confidentially informed that if the Basuto dis¬ turbance becomes extended, and if the Government meet ' with any reverses, a considerable number of Tembu chiefs will rise up against us. The probability of a rebillion is discussed principally with the Amaguates under “ Stokvve.” My opinion is, that by for the greater part of the com¬ mon people in this district are loyal. I have, &c A true Cop3 r : (Signed) (Signed) CHARLES J. LEVEY, Resident Magisirate. Robert PL Warrene. [Annexure B in No. 16.] Copy.—Private.] Office of the Resident Magistrate, Xalanga, 9th August, 1880, My Dear Major Elliot,— Some time ago I mentioned in a note to Sweeney, for your information, that sundry meetings had taken place between Dalasile and some of the emigrant Tembu chiefs. I have now found out what was the result of th^so meetings. Dalasile, Umditdiwa, Umhlonhlo, Gecelo, Stokwe and Mantanzima, have entered into a combi¬ nation to rebel as soon as the Rondos break out. Dalasile, who appears to be the leading spirit in the whole affair, proposed that when the time came they should move over “bag and baggage” to Pondoland. This proposition has been agreed to by the other chiefs. The women and the cattle will be sent, over under a strong escort, and are to keep close under the Sourberg range of mountains. In the meantime a strong force under the leadership of Dalasile will, while the above part of the programme is being carried out, attack you at the Umtata in order to create a diversion, and thereby give time for the women and live-stock to be placed in safety. This is their plan, but whether it will be carried out time alone will shew. Dalasile, my informant says, has had three interviews with Gangelizwe, who at length has yielded, and his given bis consent to the Tembus making attempt to throw off our rule. What part Gangelizwe himself was to play my informant could not tell me. * Believe me, &c., A true Copy : (Signed) (Signed) Robt. E. Warrene. W. G. GUMMING. 12 [ No. 17. ] Copy.—No. 2 | 1234.] Office of the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, Cape of Good Hope, 28th August, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. Sir, —In acknowledging the receipt of your letter, No. 20c of the 19th instant, forwarding copies of reports furnished to you b} 7 Messrs. Cumming and Levey, of the state of their respective districts, and of the rumours that abound therein, relating to the disaffected state of the natives generally, I am directed to acquaint you that Government will be glad to receive from you at ail times any information you may be able to impart bearing on these important matters. I am further to add that any course you may recommend as desirable to be adopted for providing for any emergency that may arise, will, on your submitting it, receive the most careful and immediate attention of Government. I have, &c., (Signed) H. E. K. BRIGHT, Under Secretary Native Affairs. r No. 18. ] Copy.—No. 335.] Chief Magistrate’s Office, Kokstad, 23rd August, 1880. The Hon. the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, Sir, —Enclosed I have the honour to forward for your information, Minutes of Meeting, held by Mr. Thomson, at Mount Fletcher, for the purpose of communicating to the natives of his district the information I had obtained by wire from you in reference to matters in Basutoland. The tone of what was said at the meeting is satisfactory, but under any circumstances it wguld be so. The natives at such meetings obtain correct views of the action and intentions of Government, but the ex¬ pressions of loyalty at such meetings, while in some cases they express the true sentiments of the speaker, cannot always be regarded as expres¬ sing a correct view of the feelings of the people, and this was actually exemplified last year in the case of Lehana, during the Morosi rebellion. I have, &c., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE, Chief Magistrate. [ Annexure A in No. 18. ] Copy.-132 | 80.] Magistrate’s Office, Maclear, 18th August, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand. Sir, —I have the honour to forward for the information of the Govern¬ ment, a report of a meeting I held with the people at Mount Fletcher, and in doing so, 1 would beg to remark, that the tone and bearing of the 13 different speakers, when addressing the meeting*, was temperate, and I saw no reasons to donbt their expressions of confidence in, and loyalty to, Government. I have, &c., (Signed) JOHN R. THOMSON, Resident Magistrate^ Copy.] [Annexuee B in No. 18.] Meeting* held at Mount Fletcher, to give news to the Chiefs about the state of affairs in Basutoland, on the 5th August, 1880. The magistrate gave the general news. Mapheleba. It may be through fear that the Basutos do what ihey are doing,—Government must protect Letsie, the gun is carried about to protect cattle, and the young men arc alarmed to hear of the taking away of their guns. Africa.—We thank the advice which the magistrate has given to his children. Raise.—The peace we enjoy, Tekonyela obtained for us from the Government. The Bathlokwas have served and fought under the Govern¬ ment many years in Zululand ; the Bathlokwas, under Hlubi have fought for Government. September.—There is only one child of Moshesh, Letsie, who was placed by him under the Government. David Moiloa.—The Basutos gave themselves under the Government : the law of the English Government is to protect its subject. In my young* days, I was informed of the slaves, and how they were freed by the English Government, and though we are not clear as to the aim cf the guns being taken; but what the Government have done already for the tribes is enough to show the good wish of the Government to the tribes. Lehana.— I will second Mapheleba; it is a good thing that what each man says is put down in writing*. The old men say we must give up our guns ; it is because they cannot use them any longer like us. Report says the Basutos are right and must keep their guns, and report says that Lehana has also joined the Basutos. I am not aware whether the people who purchased firearms at the Diamond Fields or at the Government roads, give these guns to the chiefs in reaching their homes. But if they did, Letsie would have had no difficulty in giving them up ; but the gun is the property of the owner. Morosi was mislead by his sons, and is dead with them ; the same with Sandilli and Sekukuni, and I have with mine own eyes seen thousands of guns in Zululand given up by a lot of men who mislead Cetywayo. I have been warned by a worthy friend, that in case any demand is made for guns, I was to give mine up ; the Government is protecting us ; Hlubi is a very great man for having served the Government. Stefans.—In the Basutoland news we are very much troubled, as we are all one with the Basutos. I wish the thing may come to a peaceable termination. In the case of Masupha and Lerothodi there is great blind¬ ness. If Letsie dies the Basuto tribe, we consider ourselves also dead. Masupha has already failed against the loyals. Zibi.—We are thankful for the news of to-day, as we have them from the right man ; and I have no doubt everybody must be so, these news we hear are from young people; but Letsie, an old man, fears the Government. 14 Zibi is become known under Government rule ; the money with which I purchased my gain was given to me by Prince Alfred. Sliawo.—'l'he Magistrates’ news are like milk, but the children are making-trouble ; a little time ago, Doda, son of Morosi, brought death to his father and tribe, to-day Masuplia and Lerotliodi are getting their father Letsie into trouble; still we trust to the Queen. Now what David remarked about the slaves, the question is what will be done after the guns have b.en taken ; we find the slaves free men, and living in a good manner. The Queen ought to punish those who do wrong- ; Letsie ought to be pro¬ tected by the Queen. Chief Lebenya.—I have very little to say ; I do not quite understand the Basutoland news now. In the days of Moshesh there were many chiefs under him, and yet his word was law and obeyed by all. We still look to Government to fulfil certain promises made to us by Sir H. Barkly. I thank the magistrate for the news. I think we will have peace. I have just asked Abner about the many guns in the office. He told me they have been surrendered by the Baputis, the same Baputis who had promised to stand by Morosi to the last. Samuel.—The news that matters are quieting a little in Basutoland makes me feel happy. Chief Leduywanes.—We are thankful for the news : the magistrate told us we must listen to the news he gives us, and now we have true news. Heris.—We have heard all the news anc! words of the men to day. All the men blame the young people. 1 do not think the young people can do anything without the old men. Can children do great things? Others think they must have orders from the old men. The Magistrate.—I have no orders from the Government for thi s meeting, but I have spoken as a father to his children. I am very hap py to-day and my heart is glad. I feel with you all as Lebenya and Stefans and all have said ; they are our blood, with friends in Basutoland, and I feel grieved that the Basutos have done so foolishly there as to oppose the Government at Maseru. [ Wo. 19. ] Co2)y.~-No. 346.1 Chief Magistrate’s Office, Kokstad, 31st August, 1880. The Hon’ble the Secretary for Native Affairs. Sir, —Enclosed I have the honour to forward for your information, a confidential statement made before Mr. Liefeldt, Magistrate at Matatiele, from which it will be seen that the sympathies of the Basutos, South of the Drakensberg, as I have repeatedly reported, are with the Basutos in Basutoland, and any rising there is likely to affect us seriously on this side. Beside the statement furnished by Mr. Liefeldt, 1 may report that in Pcndoland rumours are in circulation that we have already in Basutoland met with most serious disasters; that the magistrates have been expelled, and that the rebels are paramount. These rumours are greatly unsettling the minds of the people ; and those who arc on the side of Government are fearful lest they should suffer the same fate as the Basutos who, in obedience to the orders of Govern¬ ment, surrendered their arms. It appears, however, from your telegram received to-day, that matters in Basutoland are assuming a more pacific aspect than they have for some time past been in ; and if the difficulty is tided over without a resort to 15 arms there will be no rising on this side, and though matters are critic and the people in this division generally sympathise with the B asuto I think there will be no resistance to authority here unless some scrio disaster should occur to our arms in Basutoland, for it is generall v know that Letsie and the sons of Molappo are opposed to the lawless pro ceeding of Masupha and Lerothodi. This knowledge will restrain the lawless on this side, I think, from making any open demonstration against us, though matters may be very much altered should Letsie and the sons of Molappo make common cause with the rebels, which course they are reported to be drifting into. I have, &c., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE, Chief Magistrate. [Annexure in No. 19.] Copy.] Confidential Statement made by a Headman at Matatiele on the 28th August, 1880. Some few days ago my wife went to Matatiele to purchase a dress, and called on the Chief Makwai, and on my wife informing Makwai that she had come to purchase a dress, he told her in confidence that it would not be long before the Basutos would give up wearing European clothing. On my wife informing me of this, I suspected that matters were not as they ought to be, and T made it my duty to find out secretly the meaning of this. From enquiries I made, I have ascertained the following :— That when the Disarmament Act was proclaimed in Basutoland, and on Lerothodi and Masupha refusing to give up their arms, saying they would rather go to war against the Government, Makwai called a meeting of the principal men in his Location, and at that meeting it was decided that messengers be sent to Letsie to say that Makwai and his tribe would support Letsie in resisting disarmament, and that Makwai’s tribe quite approved of the action taken by Lerothodi and Masupha. To this message Letsie replied that he suspected Makwai was not sincere in what he said, aud that his object in doing so must be to get Letsie into trouble with the Government, and that Makwai would then support the Government, and claim the Chieftainship of the Basuto nation. That if Makwai was sincere in what he said, he must either come himself or send his son, Sikaki, with some of the principal men in his location, to repeat the message. Makwai consented to send Sikaki, and the message he tells to Letsie is, that Makwai is willing to support Letsie in resisting disarmament, but he is afraid of commencing rebellion here, as he is sur¬ rounded by men who will remain loyal to Government, and if Letsie will send an army to Qaclias Nek on the Drakensberg to cover Makwai’s retreat, Makwai and the whole of his tribe and stock will then leave Matatiele in a body to join Letsie. I was not aware that Sikaki had already obtained a pass until 1 came to the office this morning. It is very probable that if Sikaki finds that the majority of Basutos wish for war, arrangements will be made for sending an army to meet Makwai’s tribe, and on their leaving the district it is not improbable that they will eat up the cattle of the Mapeana, near the Drakensberg, and get into the fastnesses of the mountains where they hope to def} r pursuit. 16 L No. 20. ] September 4, 1880. From Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Seen telegram, which orders all effective Cape Mounted Rifle¬ men and officers from this Division, without leaving a guard lor Magazine, ft. is necessary at once to replace Cape Mounted Rifle¬ men ; a military officer of experience indispensably requisite to organize and take command. If Major Grant could remain for the pur¬ pose, it would be enormous assistance to me ; no other officer of experience in the Division. I make this request simply because I deem it indis- pensably necessary. I have wired to Strachan to bring up hundred men without delay to garrison Fort Donald and guard Magazine here. Do not yet know what to do about taking up Matatiele, where greatest sympathy with rebels exists. In Pondoland, as was the case during Zulu war, Rondos are again beginning to encroach. The day before yesterday, col¬ lision between Pondos and Bacas took place, in which two Pondos were killed ; have not yet received details. The withdrawal under present circumstances from positions we occupy, unless adequately filled up, is likely to be atterded with serious consequences. Will you wire to Macintosh, who had offered service, to proceed to occupy Matatiele ? Pending this, I will endeavour to get some men from Strachan to send there ; but, this open to objection, the alternative is to raise men from the loyal clans. This would at once arouse suspicion amongst Makwai’s people, who are b}^ far the largest tribe. Intend at once to appoint Strachan Commandant of Natives, if he will now accept that position ; he would have taken the appointment when I recommended him on retire¬ ment from service ; he is a host in himseif. Handed in at Kokstad 10 a.m. 4fch September, 1880. [ No. 21. ] Copy of Telegram from Secretary Native Affairs to Hon. C. Brownlee, Kokstad. Have sent for approval of Grant staying with you. Approve of men under Strachan if they are Griquas and Europeans, but think employment of natives just now would be wrong. As you want them only for guarding magazine, a smaller number would be sufficient for a time, the half being ready for service when required. Austen and Hook report that Basutos are tampering with other native tribes, and have sent to Zibi asking him to join, and have told him that they have sent to Umhlonhlo and Pondos. Report that Makwai has sent his cattle over the mountains to Basutos. You may enquire about this and inform Government. Colonial Secretary says that Cape Mounted Riflemen will go into Basutoland next week to be stationed at the Magistracies, where they will be placed to protect loyal j^eople against rebels. He begins to think that Masupha will not submit, but that he is striving for power. What men do you propose placing under Macintosh ? If Matatiele people themselves he will be sent there, if not, you must say what he is to take for approval. Don’t understand how Bacas and Pondos have come into rebellion. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. 17 [ No. 22. ] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. I require one hundred men to replace Cape Mounted Riflemen at Fort Donald, on borders of Pondoland. Picked, men from Strachan. expect him here to-day. Will consult with him and Grant about raising Europeans and Griquas for garrison here and at Matatiele. I reported tampering of Basutos, April ninth, and August seventeenth. Austen and Hook confirm reports. Liefeldt reports that Basutos have sent cattle to summer grazing on Drakensberg, where grass is green, though still very dry, on low ground. He suspected that this might be in contemplation of further move, and is watching. Some families, with Griffith’s sanction, moved into Basutoland with stock about a month since. This may have given rise to the report about Makwai’s cattle. Macintosh offered, about a month since, to serve with Indian Contingent, who served under him in Zulu war. Sent offer to you. Colonial Secretary thanked and said would call on Macintosh if required. Address D’Urban. Bacas and Pondos came into collision about a case of horse theft. Pondos again beginning, as in July before last, to encroach and carry things with a high hand. 5th September, 1880. [No. 23.'] Copy of Telegram from Secretary Native Affairs to Hon. C. Brownlee, Kokstad. You don’t say what Strachan’s men are if natives ; of any tribe, think it unwise to employ them yet, and will communicate with Government before approval. Can’t see why men in and about Kokstad should not be called out to do duty of guarding Magazine, or that you require so many as 100, half the number should be sufficient, and fifty for Read’s border. Liefeldt should be able to provide for his district by his own men. Moving bodies of armed men about from one part to another has disturbing effecg and you should guard against it ; and so far the need for it is not clear to Government. (Signed) W. AYL1FF. 5th September, 1880, [ No. 24. ] 6th September, 1880. Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. One hundred of Strachan’s natives, picked men, who garrisoned Fort Donald until C.M.R. relieved them, will be here to-night. On your instructions I countermanded one hundred. The occupation of Read’s border by Strachan’s men will shew the Pondos and others that they have not the spmpathy and support of all natives. This would strengthen our hands. It would be a mistake at present to send less than 100 to occupy post vacated by C.M.R. It would shew weakness, and might not have any good effect on Pondos. In case 1 can obtain, what pay can I offer Europeans, should abe got for service and garrison duty. Will pro¬ ceed to Matatiele as soon as possible and arrange with Liefeldt for me to take up Matatiele, 100 will be required. Read just in, reports very [A. 35—81.] ' c 18 unsettled on his border, urges one hundred men be stationed at Fort Donald and fifty at his residency. This can have no bad effect, as it is simply replacing men who have been withdrawn. Macintosh’s services should be secured, but not the Indians he commands. Kokstad. [ No. 25. ] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstadt, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape r lown. Regret that Grant cannot be spared to remain in command here. He had not left his regiment, and moves to-day for Basutoland. My request for his stay was my own act without consulting him. Have 100 of Strachan’s men ; am sending 75 to Read, remainder to be kept here for garrison duty. Think it necessary I should go to Matatiele, take Strachan with me. Have made all necessary arrangements to start to-morrow unless you countermand. Think of raising fifty men for Liefeldt from his own district. 8th September, 1880 No. 506 | 80.] [ No. 26. j Office of the Chief Magistrate of Tembuland, Umtata, 8th Sept., 1880. The Under Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. ■' ir,—I have the honour to acknowledge the receipt of your letter No. 2 | 1234, of the 28th ultimo, and in reply to inform you that it will be my earnest endeavour to keep Government well informed on all points of interest in connection with this territory. With reference to the concluding paragraph of your letter, viz., “ I am further to add that any course you may recommend as desirable to be adopted for providing for any emer¬ gency that may arise will, on your submitting it, receive the most careful and immediate attention of Government,” I beg herewith to transmit for your information copies of correspondence, Ac. (Annexures A to G) between myself and the Colonial Commissary of Ordnance upon the subject of the establishment of an arms and ammunition depot in this district. You will observe that I was opposed to adopting the system in vogue in the Transkei, viz., establishing several depots throughout the territory, but subsequently recommended the establishing one at this place (Umtata), where I consider jjerfect security can be afforded. It will be seen by telegram from Mr. Wells, that Colonel Clarke objected to this course, because I was unable to give an accurate return of European residents in the territory, capable of bearing arms. The Native police of the territory are still unarmed, and should the Colonial Forces now under orders march from this, the total armed force remaining in Tembuland will, I am informed, be seven men. At present I do not consider there is any necessity for an armed force in this district, but I think it as well at all times to be prepared for any sudden emergency that may arise. I have, &c., (Signed) H. G. ELLIOT, C-M., Tembuland. 19 [ Annexure A in No. 26. ] Copy.—No. 6]4 | 80.J Colonial Ordnance Office, King William’s Town, 19th May, 1880. Major Elliot, C.M G- , Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. Sir, —I am directed by the Commandant-General of Colonial Forces, &C., 8 iC . o O 0 0 0 0 0 * 1 . 2 . 9 O. 4. In the Transkei, Captain Blyth is to have three or four sub-depots for the storage of a quantity of arms, with fifty rounds of ammunition for each, and at Ibeka a central magazine is to be built where the reserve of arms and ammunition will be maintained. If you think some such plan advisable in the case of Tembuland, please let me know, and I will submit the matter for approval, as in the case of the Transkci. I have, <£e., (Signed) WM. II. WELLS. ( Annexuri- 13 in No. 26.] Copy.—No. 489u.J Office of the Chief Magistrate of Tembuland, Umtatn, 25th May, 1880. The Colonial Commissary of Ordnance, King William’s Town. Sir, — I have the honour to. acknowledge the receipt ol your le ter No 614 | 80 of the 19th instant, and in reply to inform you 1. There are no Government arms or ammunition in this territory excepting those stored in the magazine at this place, which were originally sent up with a view to arming the Tembus in the event of hostilities with the Pondos. 2. All arms surrendered in this territory were removed to Queen’s Town, it then being considered unsafe to retain them in the country. 3. I have no provision whatever tor the safe keeping of arms and ammunition in this territory excepting the magazine at Umtata. 4. I think it undesirable that any quantity of arms and ammunition should be kept in this territory, excepting in the magazine betore men¬ tioned, which 1 consider the only safe depot in the district. But I consider it expedient that the native police of this district should be armed, and for this pui pose wilt be glad to receive 100 stand of short sniders and fifty rounds of ammunition per gun (5,000). These, if supplied, will be in the charge of the several magistrates throughout the territory of Tembuland. If it is the intention of Government to maintain a native militia force in this territory (a step which l have not recommended) arms and ammu¬ nition will of course be required for their use. (Signed) II. G. ELLIOT, Sec., &c. c 2 20 [ Annexure C in No. 26. j Copy.— No. 14c. J Office of the Chief Magistrate ot Tembuland, Umtata, 27th July, 1880. Colonel Commanding of Ordnance, King William’s Town. Sir,— With reference to your telegram of to-day’s date, in reply to mine of the 26th inst., informing me that the Commandant-General desires to be informed “ what are the number of Europeans able to bear arms who would be available at CTmtata? He considers four or five hundrea vague number, and the demand for arms should be based on I he know 11 number of white men, probably some of them well armed already.” I beg to state that my telegram was in continuation of your letter No. 614 | 80, in which } t ou asked, if the Government arms in your possession, not counting those in store at Umtata which should be looked upon as a reserve, are sufficient to meet any emergency likely to arise (and subse¬ quent correspondence on this subject), and in which you further said that “in the Transkei Captain Blytli is to have three or four sub-depots for the storage of a quantity of arms, with fifty rounds of ammunition for each, and at Ibeka a central magazine is to be built where the reserve of arms and ammunition will be maintained. If you think some such plan advisable in the case of Tembuland, please let me know and I will submit the matter for approval as in the case the Transkei. I was and am still opposed to the establishment of such depot excepting where the most thorough protection can be afforded. Umtata I consider the only post in this territory suppling these conditions. My telegram to you was intended to take the form of a recommen¬ dation, not that of a requisition tor arms, &c., which can rarely be fully complied with, and therefore considered it better in my telegram to you to state quantities vaguely. 1 estimate the European population of Umtata, capable of bearing arms to be about one hundred, that of the territory committed to my charge to be about five hundred. No doubt many of the European residents of this territory are armed, but their arms being of a most incongruous class, and their stock of ammu¬ nition very limited, the holders would soon be rendered unavailable for either offensive or defensive service. My estimate of the white male adults in this District capable of bearing arms must be considered as “ vague,” no European census having as yet been taken. In conclusion, 1 beg to state that if Government considers it unne¬ cessary or inexpedient to establish an arms and ammuniton depot in this territory, I have no desire to press the matter further upon its notice. I have, Ac., (Signed) H. G. ELLIOT, &c., &c. [Annexure D in No. 26.] Copy.—No. 741 | 80.] Colonial Ordnance Office, King William’s Town. 22nd June, 1880. Major Elliot, C.M.G., CAT., Tembuland. Sir, —With reference to yours of the 25th ultimo, No. 489 b, I have the honour to intimate that your suggestion to have 100 short sniders and 21 rounds of snider ball cartridge for tho equipment of native police in your territory has been approved, I shall have them got ready as soon as possible. Do you require cartridge belts for use with these arms ; if so please send mo W ord whether you wish to have infantry belts with pouches or loop belts. I have, &c., (Signed) WM. H. WELLS, &c., Ac. [Annexure E in No. 2G.] Copy.—No. SOG | 80 ] Colonial Ordnance Office, King William’s Town, Gth July, 1880. Major Elliot, C.M.G., Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. Sir, —In reply to yours of the 1st instant, No 392 — 80, I have the honour to inform you that the Commandant-General has approved of the issue of 100 bandoliers with the rifles for the use of the native police in your district. There is great pressure upon this department to re-arm the C.M.R. and other forces engaged during the late disturbances, so that I cannot at once have the rifles got ready, but they shall be supplied as early as possible. I have, Ac., (Signed) WM. II. WELLS. [Annexure F in No. 2G.] Copy.— Confidential.] Telegram from Col. Com. Ordnance, King William’s Town, to Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. 2Gth July, 1880. The Commandant-General desires to be informed what are the num¬ bers of Europeans able to bear arms, who would he available at Umtata; he considers four or five hundred a vague number, and the demand for arms should be based on the known number of white men, probably some of them are well armed already. [Annexure G in No. 2G.] Copy.—Confidential.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Umtata, to Wells, Col. Comdt., Ordnance, King William’s Town. 2Gth July, 1880. Referring to your letter No. 80G | 80, of the Gth July, and previous correspondence on same subject, I wish to suggest, as the magazine accommodation is now increased, that four or live hundred stand of short sniders, together with good supply of ammunition, be forwarded to me for the purpose of arming the European population, should occasion require. As the white men here are all mounted, long sniders would bo in¬ convenient. [ No. 27. ] Copy.-No. 2 | 1338.) Office of the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, 22nd September, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Tcmbuland. Sir, — 1 am directed to acknowledge the receipt ot your letter of the 8th instant, No. 50G | 80, forwarding copies of correspondence between yourself and the Colonial Commissary of Ordnance, upon the subject of the establishment of an arms and ammunition depot in your district ; and in reply to acquaint you that every facility will be afforded you for supplying yourself with whatever arms may be necessary for the protection of life and property in your district, and any recommendation you may submit will have the careful consideration of Government. 1 have, Ac., (Signed) R. E. R. BRIGHT, Under Secretary for Native Affairs. Copy—Telegram.] [ No. 28. ] Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. I 13th September, 1880. Returned last night from Matatiele; found considerable excitement there in consequence of exaggerated reports from Basutoland. Had a large and satisfactory meeting ; explained aesion and desire of Govern¬ ment, that no warlike repressive more intended against Basutos, but simply the support of Letsie, the sons of Molappo, and all natives against the attacks of Masupha. Explained intention of Disarmament Act, con¬ cerning which most exaggerated reports were circulated, also branding- regulations. Believe that effects of meeting will be most beneficial. Took Strachan with me, who made most affecting address, also leading Griquas and leading natives from other tribes. Thomson present with leading men from his district. Great indignation expressed by whites, who were largety represented, at action of Masupha against Tokonga, properly Dankunya, who was attacked and property taken from him. This has caused strong feeling against Masupha. Feeling of sympathy with rebels was very strong, but 1 trust that meeting has caused a change for the better. All quiet. 23 [ No. 29. ] Copy.—No. 514 | 80.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of Tembuland, Umtata, 14th September, 1880. The Under Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sir, —In forwarding the enclosed copjr of a report received from the Resident Magistrate, Southeyville, 1 have the honour to call your attention to the mischief which appears to be done to the natives in Mr. Levey’s district by the canteens on the Colonial border. I have, &c., (Signed) H. G. ELLIOT, Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. [Annexure in No. 29.] Copy.] Office of the Resident Magistrate, Southeyville, 6th September, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. Sir, —1 have the honour to report for your information, that during the past month I have noticed that some of the chiefs of this district are sulky and indirectly obstructive, and I believe that this conduct is owing to the fact that they see that their power is gradually on the decline. The people, ;is a whole, I am glad to state appear loyal and contented. The Chiefs Matanzima, Stokwe, and Siqungati, with a few of their followers, still neglect to receive their gun money. Ol the sum of £1,503 16s. 6d. a balance of £300 5s. is still in my hands. I regret to report that the canteens in the Colony, on the border of my district, are ruining the people with brandy. There is a great scarcity of food throughout the district, and unless early rains fall poverty and crime will increase. I have, &c., (Signed) C. J. LEVEY. P.S.—£1,701 has been paid as hut tax revenue during the past two months. (Signed) C. J. L. A true Copy : (Signed) Robt. E. Warrene. [ No. 30. ] Copy.—2 j 1357.] Office of the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, 25th September, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. Sir, —With reference to your letter No. 514 | 80, dated 14th instant,, enclosing a copy of a report by Mr. Levy, the Resident Magistrate,. Southeyville, on the state of his district during the past month, in which ho u again points out the mischief caused to the natives by the canteens in the Colony on the immediate border of his Magistracy. I am directed to request that you will be good enough to inform Mr. Levey that on receipt of his report for July, the Resident Magistrates of Queen’s Town and Glen Grey were communicated with, and instructed to bring this matter to the serious notice of the Licensing Boards of their respective districts. A copy of the reply to my letter on this subject by the Civil Commissioner, Queen’s Town, is herewith enclosed, for your and Mr. Levey’s information. (Signed) Id. E. R. BRIGHT. [No. 31. 1 Copy.—T elegram.] Chief Magistrate, Kolcstad, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. 16th September, 1880. Liefeldt should raise two hundred men from the various tribes in his district to guard passes ; feeling among Basutos divided, old men sympathising with Letsie and desire peace—young men on side of rebels and ready for mischief; a little force may keep : them if our success con¬ tinue in Basutoland, it may not be necessary to keep the men long under arms, but it is possible matters may become worse, and then I will require a larger force. Please give me your views on this. Straclian is with me, and is willing to leave his business for a while to take command, his as¬ sistance is invaluable ; and he should, while out on command, receive three pounds per diem. May I telegraph ior McIntosh to come here as Captain ? he is a good officer and has had experience. Can you obtain five hundred stand of arms for me with ammunition from Nalal Government, [ No. 32. ] Copy of Telegram from Secretary for Native Affairs to Hon. C. Brownlee, Kokstad, 17th September, 1180. You must be careful of your expenditure, and not ask for men you do not feel that there is immediate use for. If the force you ask for at Matatiele is required at once it must be had, but would prefer your raising 100 and have the other 100 in readiness if required. Strachan’s influence and service are of great value, and if he will take charge of the forces with you it will be beneficial, but you will have to direct what movement is necessary, you being accountable to Government, Avhicli hopes you will use caution in not causing unnecessary excitement in moving bands of armed men about the country. Have sent to enquire about guns at Natal. What number have you in store, and ammunition? (Signed) W. AYLIFF. 25 Copy.—No. 334 ] [ No. 33.1 Office of the Chief Magistrate of the Transkei, 10th September, 1880. The Under Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sir,—I have the honour to submit, for the consideration of Government, the enclosed letter from the Resident Magistrate at Nqamakwe, in which he reports that serious thefts are occurring in the portion of his district which is contiguous to Tembuland. 1 have written to Mr. Gladwin, requesting him to furnish any sugges¬ tions he may have to make, with a view to the repression of the incursions of armed natives, who doubtless make their appearance without passes or any other authority whatever,, I have, &c., (Signed) R. L. HARRIES, pro Chief Magistrate, Transkei (absent on leave.) [ Annexure in No. 33. ] Copy.—No. 220.] Office of the Resident Magistrate of Nqamakwe, 3rd September, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Transkei. Sir, — I have the honour to report for the inlormation of Government, that two of my headmen, J. Maganisa and J. Adam, are at this office to¬ day, and report that several serious thefts have occurred in their locations, the thieves being, it is supposed, Tembus, because they are armed with assegais. J. Maganisa further states that two men were discovered driving away about 200 sheep from a man in his location, and made their escape on being surprised. They further state that their condition is so defenceless that thieves are taking advantage of that and becoming bold to rob them. 1 have further to report that four girls have come into this district for protection from “ Ngangelizwe,” who has revived the custom of u Upundlo,” 1 have, &c , (Signed) . T. P. GLADWIN, Resident Magistrate. [ No. 34. ] Copy-] Telegram from Harries, Lutterworth, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. 20th September, 1880. Referring to my letter No. 334 of 10th instant, on subject of armed thieves, presumed to be Tembus, committing robberies in Nqamakwe district, Mr. Gradwin urges that a small detachment of militia be sent for re¬ pression of these depredations. Has also suggested as alternative that headmen be allowed to carry arms. J do not think militia can well be spared, and would suggest that Mr. Gladwin be permitted to engage a few men as temporary constables for the special purpose. All otherwise quiet. (Handed in at Butterworth, 10T5 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 12*22 p.m.) 26 | No. 35. ] Copy. -No. 2 j 1340.J Office of tlie Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, 23rd September, 1880. The Chief Clerk and Accountant, Nthlambe, Transkei. Sir —In acknowledging the receipt of your letter No. 334, of the 10th instant, enclosing a report from the Resident Magistrate Nqamakwe, in which he states that serious stock thefts are of frequent occurrence in the portion of his district bordering on Tcmbuland, I am directed to acquaint you that copy of this correspondence has been referred to Major Elliot, the Chief Magistrate of that territory, with the request that he will give the matter his early attention. I am further desired to inform } r ou that if the state of things com¬ plained of by Mr. Gladwin continues, one of two courses will have to be adopted for its prevention, either a number of natives of known respecta¬ bility and good character will have to receive permits to carry arms, or a portion of the Transkeian Militia will have to be stationed in the district where these thefts prevail, and Government will be glad to hear, in the event of there being any necessity for either, which of these two plans you would recommend. As regards the girls referred to in the concluding paragraph of Mr. Gladwin’s letter, I am to add that; they of course must be protected, and any cases of violence should at once be repoited both to Major Elliot, and this office. (Signed) H. E. If. BRIGHT, Under Secretary for Native Affairs. [ No, 36. ] Copy.] Telegram from Secretary Native Affairs to Chief Magistrate, Buttenvorth, 20th September, 1880, Licences to ca ry arms may be given to say six men in each village upon the border where the thefts are being committed. This will, it appears, be a better method of preventing thefts than the proposal for the removal of militia, or of increasing the constabulary force. In the absence of having their own weapons, they may have guns from those you have in store. The licence to be held during pleasure of Government, (Signed) W. AYLIFF. [ No. 37. ] Copy—No. 361.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, Kokstad, 20th September, 1880. The Honourable the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sir, —Enclosed I have the honour to forward, for the consideration of Government, a memorial from the principal and leading inhabitants of this division, praying that the Cape Mounted Rifles should not be removed from Kokstad. I have, Ac., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE, C.M. 27 Copy.] Kokstad, Griqualand East, 6th September, 1880. To the Honourable C. Brownlee, Kokstad. Honourable Sir, —We, the undersigned, landed proprietors, house¬ holders, merchants, tradesmen, and inhabitants of Kokstad, Griqualand East, do hear with feelings of regret that it is the intention of the Colonial Government to withdraw the Cape Mounted Riflemen at present quartered in this town ; and as we, your memorialists, consider it unwise, in the present disturbed state of Basutoland, with the probability of a rising in Pondoland, that families and property should be left, entirely unprotected, and taking into consideration the services rendered by the Cape Mounted Riflemen stationed here in 1878, your memorialists respectfully beg, that as the representative of our Colonial Government in this district, you will forward this our humble petition to the Colonial Government, praying that the Cape Mounted Riflemen may not bo withdrawn from this town. By so doing, we, your memorialists, will continue to enjoy the feeling of security which has long existed. Signed, this 6th day of September, 1880, (Signed) C. Id. CALDECOTT, THOMAS TAYLOR, JOHN WILDREDGE, FRANCK & Co., A. GUYER KUNNAN, GRAZEBROOK, WILLIAM & Co., GEORGE A. E. ANGELL, (And 35 others.) Copy.— No. 363.] [ No. 38. ] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, 21st September, 1880. The Hon. the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sir, — I have the honour to forward for your information, Minutes of a Meeting held by me on the lltli September, at Matatiele. I have, &c., C. BROWNLEE, Ciiief Magistrate. [Annexure in No. 38.] Present:—Hon. C. Brownlee, C.M., ,, D. Strachan, late Magistrate, Umzimkulu. „ I. R. Thomson, Magistrate, Gatberg. „ J. T. Wvlde, Magistrate, Kokstad, „ M. W. Liefeldt, Magistrate, Matatiele, „ Dr. R. K. Guild, District Surgeon, with chiefs and headmen from Umzimkulu, Kokstad, Gatberg, and Matatiele, and about 500 people. Mr. Abner Molefe, Sesutu Interpreter. Chief Magistrate :—I am pleased to see so many present at this meet- in.-. In consequence of the drought and scarcity of food I had directed the a I tendance only of the headmen and leading people; nevertheless I am pleased that, so many of the young men have also attended the meeting. 1 am here to-day on a most important matter, and as I was unable to pro¬ ceed to Gatberg, I have directed the attendance here of Mr. Thomson and the headmen of their district. 1 thank them for attending punctually, What 1 wish to speak to you about is the state of matters in Basutoland, which are nowin a serious position. Many rumours are now in circulation among you : some of these are false and misleading, and you must be careful wliat } 7 ou receive. 1 need not now repeat what I told you last year about the Zulu war and Morosi rebellion. I would only remark that the present troubles in Basutoland arise out of the Zulu war and Morosi rebellion. The first duty of a Government is to secure the happiness and welfare of its subjects, and this the Colonial Government is striving to do. You have heard of the many wars which have taken place with the Amaxosa : after a war had broken out and much blood had been shed, the Kafirs proposed submission and asked for peace, which was granted ; they were permitted to re-occupy their country and to retain their arms, but after a few years of rest, trusting to their arms, they again went into war. This happened so frequently that Government at last determined once and for ever to take such steps as would effectually stop war, and this was to disarm the natives on the frontier, and to make them compensation for their arms. This was an act of mercy to the natives, who were going to destruc¬ tion in consequence of trusting to their guns. 1 find that there is an absurd : mnour in circulation among you, to the effect that it was the intention of Government, after disarming the natives, to take away their wives and children, to make soldiers of the men and to take possession of their wives and children. Now look at the tribes who have been disarmed, and see if there is any foundation for this foolish and mischievous report : the people are living on "heir locations in peace and comfort. Disarmament is not a matter which the Government adopted from choice, but from necessity. Last year, while our hands were full with the Zulu troubles, Morosi resisted the authority of Government ; he was deaf to remonstrance, he resisted the mediation and advice of Letsie, and trusted to his guns in opposition to the Government,—you know the con¬ sequence. The Government seeing the evil brought on the Basutos by the possession of guns, the Prime Minister went to Maseru to speak to the Basutos on this matter. After much talk and many remonstrances, Letsie nd Molappo yielded to the order of the Government : they saw the good that would arise from disarmament, and the evils that would be avoided. Many of Molappo’s people gave up their guns, and Letsie alse gave up some of his guns, and the Hlubis, under Ndgunanya, also gave up their guns, but Masupha and Lerothodi set themselves against the Government and Letsie, and Masupha said they would fight rather than give up their uns—though Government had never intended to take the guns by force, jjut trusted to the loyalty and obedience of the Basutos to give up the uns. Masupha and Lerothodi have also attacked Ndunganya and those Basutos who have obeyed Government, and have killed some of them and taken many cattle from them. Letsie and the sons of Molappo are doing all in their power to maintain order, and to obrain the restitution of the cattle taken by Masupha and Lerothodi. Masupha refuses to yield compliance, and is said to be fortifying him¬ self on Thaba Bosigo, Lerothodi is said to have seen the error of his ways, 29 and to be giving up the cattle captured by liiny and to be begging of the Government to deal mercifully with them. The Government never intended an invasion of Basutoland, neither do they intend this now, but have sent up the Cape Mounted Ililles to Basutoland to protect and support those who have obeyed the orders of the Government. Should Masupha unfortunately induce his people to go into rebellion, it is as plain that they are going to ruin as it was when 1 spoke to you of Cetywayo and RJorosi, when they were in arms with the Government. I told you what would be the end with them. A few days since I received intelligence from Basutoland to the effect that Lerothodi had sent messen¬ gers to Makwai to ask for his co-operation, and that Makwai had received Lerothodi’s proposal with favour. It was further stated that a number of Makwai’s cattle had already been sent into Basutoland, preparatory to the owners following and joining the rebels. I have made inquiries on this matter from Mr. Liefeldt, who replied th it he was not aware that the cattle had been sent to the mountains with any evil intent, but that it was usual at this time ot the year and during droughts to send cattle to the mountains. I am glad to see Zibi here, as he also is spoken of; it is said that he also has received messengers from Basutoland, this is the first, time that any evil has been spoken of Zibi. I told you that Molappo’s people had given up 600 guns at the begin¬ ning, and I should have informed you that recently they gave up 1,000 more, but as they now require these guns for self-defence the guns have been restored to them, and the Cape Mounted Rifles are in Basutoland to help them. T now wish to hear what you have to say. I have brought Mr. Strachan with me, he has had great experience, and knows you all. The Magistrate of Gatberg is also here, and the Magistrate from Kokstad, also the District Surgeon, and some influential Griquas and headmen, in order that all may hear what is said. AVI latever Masupha and Lerothodi may do, you have nothing to do with them. Another question 1 wish to explain to you is the Cattle Brand¬ ing Act, which is in force in some parts of the Colony, and some people are dissatisfied, and strange rumours are being circulated even here abour, it. That Act has been passed for the purpose of putting down theft; if a man’s cattle are branded they are as much his property as they were before they were branded. Every location has its own particular brand, and an inspector, who can detect stolen stock at once ; theft used to be carried on on a large scale, 400 or 800 slice]) would be stolen in one night, now it is impossible to secrete any stolen stock in any location ; it is merely made for putting down and preventing the crime of theft. As 1 have now spoken about the Basutoland affairs and the Cattle Branding Act, I now conclude, and will listen to what other people have to say. Jonas Makwai :—This is very important news which the Chief Magis¬ trate has just told us, but most is what we have heard before : the greatest is that Makwai is in league with the rebel Basutos, and that his cattle have been sent into Basutoland, this can't come from Basutoland ; does Mr. Liefeldt say so? He must know if such is the case, Makwai is always being accused of being with the rebels, and has been accused to day. " I therefore say this is very important news. 1 don’t know why people always pick him out as being a rebel from amongst so many. When we came here it was said we had come to invade the country, that was a long time ago, and we have not done so yet. Makwai has not sent his catfle away, if he wished to fly ho would have gone with his cattle : as to the other news, you always speak the truth, we have also heard all other news and do not believe it. The 30 Magistrate asked me, and I said I did not believe it. The stories about Makwai cannot be proved, and time will prove that they are false. Jafia of Npalniana’s :—Gentlemen who have called us together on this matter, 1 want to ask why so much is said about Makwai, lie has been a long time in this country. I cannot imagine who spreads such false reports about him ; how can the Chief Magistrate believe such reports when he (Makwai) lives amongst so many people who would hear of it? We have heard the news from Basutoland. Mr. Liefeldt has told the truth when he says the cattle have gone in the usual way to the mountain ; we do not deny that they have gone there to graze. II a man is sorrowful he will express his feelings ; that is all I have to say. Zibi, Chief, from Maclean :—I am a wizard that has been accused before many eyes, and seen by the Chief Magistrate ; if he cares to kill a man he can do so, and the killed man will rise no more. If 1 am doubted I am willing to be bound at once and take the pun¬ ishment which I deserve ; this is the first time anything has ever been said of Zibi : I have my keeper, and I look to him for news and instructions ; the keeper was placed over me by Government, I was called here by him and I have come willingly. I do not believe the rumours going about re Basutoland. I wait until my keeper tells me the nows. I have not had communication with the Basutos ; if any person knows to the contrary let him say so, I will take my punishment as I have said before ; the message from Basutoland has not come yet and must still be on the road. Donald Strachan :—I have come here, although I am no longer in the service ; the Chief Magistrate asked me to accompany him out here, and I willingly came. Although out of the service I still take a great interest in public matters ; when matters of importance are discussed it is my duty to come and take part. I do not believe what has been said about Zibi and Makwai, it is false ; why I say if. is false, is because I know the people and this country ; I will not dispute it, but the children will always report things as having come from the other side ; when Zibi came from Her- schel into this country, on his arrival he and Lehana were bad friends, and now they shake hands ; Zibi has always been loyal and true to Govern¬ ment, and lives peaceably in his location given to him by Government, with his people, so I can’t believe he would turn on Government after he has benefited so much. His name is now mixed up in the Basutoland affairs ; he is of Langa- labalele’s family, if he wanted to turn against Government he would have done so when his relation was at war. I think it is not right to say such things ; there are many people who would say evil things to the discredit of Zibi and Makwai; even if it is so they need not fear, he (Makkwai) is of the great famity of the Basutos, nevertheless we are sorry for what is taking place over there ; many men under Makwai wish to go over there, as reports say, and those that don’t like him say that Makwai is now in a fix, why must he remain so? When Makwai came he fled from Basutoland, he had been in the Colony, and on his return Moshesh placed him on the Free State border at Mabuluka, alias Bimpiesberg (where he learnt to speak Dutch), and he lived there until the 1865 war, when he was driven out by the Boers, all his big people were tired of war at lash and they came over here and asked Adam Kok for a place to rest from war, so that I think that those persons would not like to return to war. I therefore say it is lies we hear about them. I think they are thinking of the last rumour they heaid. There are no chiefs in this country, only Government who mles the whole, and they won’t stand nonsense, and they will treat every man according to his actions ; you are many here and all look one to the other, Lipeana looks to Makwai, and each one sees the other’s faults. 31 So I say there are people here who will go to Basutoland to help there, if there are such men who can be led into a trap ; they can't fight hero ; they will have to leave this country and go over the mountains, lots of people are looking for land. I hope that if any people go to Basuto¬ land the loyals will catch them. Adam Kok and Government have done a great deal for these people. Government has given the land for locations to you, only they, I can tell you, gave you the land and Chief .Magistrate, who is the representative of Government, if you listen to what lie tells you, yon will do well. Some of you ask your Magistrates for land, anyone who obeys the laws, and does as he is told, will perhaps got land with a tide to it. I said this in the presence of flm Chief Magistrate, so you can all hear this and be satisfied. When you live in your own country be industrious and take no notice of what is said ai d dene in other countries, and mix your¬ selves in matters which do not concern you. Government will not only give chiefs land, the poor man who is industrious wi 1 a’ 1 so get land. It gave me extreme pleasure to be present to hear the Chief Magis¬ trate address you. If anyone stumbles it is his own fault, as he has been fairly warned. In the Morosi rebellion you were all warned ; you know you are Govern¬ ment people. Just as Moshesh when he felt the hardships of war he came under British iule, now he is dead, his children are still under Government; you got so at your own request on the same understanding. Adam Kok and Moshesh should be thanked by you for what they did before death ; they foresaw your circumstances and thought you would injure one another. I cannot see why Makwai and Zibi should mix in the Basuto matter. I am glad I am here to see you all, because I understand the matter ; when rumouis are abmt there are people who would rather precipitate matters ; if such rumours get about it is from such people. The young men mu t, remember what I have said to-day. If young men from Makwai’s or Bamotlakwana’s say we are going to do so and so, we must not s iy it is their chiefs who are instigating them. The best, thing Makwai and other chiefs can do is to stop any false reports being circulated, and come to their Magistrate for news ; when a disturbance arises if must be stopped during its infancy. The chiefs must be careful, and when false reports get about to stop them. You know liars will tell lies if only to get up a tumult You remember the Nongouse cattle killing was only got up to precipitate a war with the Europeans, they killed all their cattle, and were starving in conse¬ quence of their folly 7 '; as with your (Moteketeke) spiritualists such people do more harm than good, and are mere deceivers. The rebels in Basutoland call the loyal people rebels (Matikita), so I advise you not to listen to false reports. You would be surprised to hear what extraordinary things people who are inclined for war say, and spread reports to try and get other people to join them. You are aware ot the Griqua rebellion, the Zulu, and other wars, they have all been beaten. 1 can tell you of a man of Adam Kok’s who went to a beer drinking at Makaula’s, and saw his men ; when the Griqua and Baca war broke out, that man thought Makaula’s the strongest side and joined it, and was driven with them into Uinhlonhlo’s country. So you must not believe the loud talkers, as you all know that what Government commences it carries out. You sec when a man makes a mistake it is verv difficult for him to rectify it, like Lerothodi, he is afraid now of being caught and punished. Government is a great power, and can’t be disobeyed by such men, and always tries and finds out every little thing concerned in a matter of importance, and is sorry when it sees a man commit himself, but that man must be punished. 32 This you know, that if your child does wrong-you chastise him, as you do not want him to set a bad example. Masupha and Lerothodi have committed themselves and can’t get out of it, they will have to fly into the mountains, then you will remember me. Ramotlakwnna :—You people hear what the Chief Magistrate has told you about the disarmament, and the branding; you also heard that it is said to be news from Basutoland, and what is said of Makwai, the affairs over there are bad, they startle their Resident Magistrates and say they are told they will be made soldiers when disarmed. This report has been of long standing, as the Chief Magistrate has said, he came out here because he heard Masupha is going to tight. I pray the Chief Magistrate and Resident Magistrate won’t forget to advise us. 1 know we are but children and must bo advised. Makwai and Zibi are startled because they lu-ar they arc suspected of being in league with the Basutos, it will also be said that I intend to join the rebellion. Mr. Strachan has already said we cannot agree, and always dispute about lands ; if a case goes before Makwai between our people, and they are not satisfied by his judgment, it is taken to the Resident Magistrate for investigation. I say we can’t be startled when we hear about Makwai and Zibi, we have people, if their people go some of ours will also go. I was accused of rebellion at the time of the Griquu rebellion ; my young men went to the young Griquas and joined the rebellion. I am thankful for the news we have heard ; the people say we chiefs will be sent to Robbcn Island. Manzuzella :—Can anyone deny what Ramotakwana has just said? The chiefs have been warned to-day. Your Magistrates advise you, but you persist in spreading false reports. Zibi’s name is mentioned as being- one of the rebels. I am certain that all Hlub> chiefs know nothing of this matter. How can Zibi join Masupha who killed his brother Ndunganya? Makwai says people from here say he is a rebel. 1 know that this is the case. Jonas said some days ago that the Hlubis and Baihakwana were spreading false reports about Makwai, in order to get his ground ; he said he had been told so by the magistrate. I am certain the Hlubis have not joined in the false news. Over our beer pots we encourage each other to spread false reports, and we try to make others believe what we do not believe ourselves. Last meeting your people said the gun law was an unjust one, and why do you deny what you were talking about amongst yourselves in public? Majulibn, of Gatberg 1 thank the Chief Magistrate for coming here to-day to warn his children not to fall into the grief which must follow the action taken by Masupha and Lerothodi. Pointing your guns at your chief can only bring grief and destruction on the tribe or people who obey men like Masupha. It is only natural that Makwai should be suspected of joining his relations. The young men in his location no doubt say they will join Masupha, and Makwai gets the credit of having said so. The disarmament is a very sore point with the Basutos, but why should they oppose it? as we are under Government and must obey its laws, even if we don’t like them ; the Government knows best what is good for us. J. R. Thomson, Resident Magistrate, Gatberg :—I have only a few words to say. I wondered to-day to hear the Chief Magistrate mention the name of Zibi with some of the rebels. Why J am surprised is because 1 have been his Magistrate for five years and during those five years I have always found him a most loyal man. 1 heard of him before I came up here, and before the Kafir war. lie then said he trusted in Govern¬ ment only. 1 have been located by Government, and from that time to the present I have never found him different. I don’t believe anything .that, has been said against Zibi. Mr. 1Strachan. who knows Zibi, spoke better for him than I can. I will 33 say nothing about the others in my district; there are many rumours about Zibi, if I told him false news he would believe them. I don’t believe what has been said about him. Chief Magistrate :—What I said about Makwai and Zibi I was not finding fault w itli them, if so, I would punish them, there are many secret messengers come from Basutoland to Makwai. I don’t kno w what messages they brought. I don’t believe anything about Zibi; he won’t support the Basutos, although I know that Makwai has had secret communication from Basutoland. I know Zibi has not. Makwai may have sent over in good faith with the intention of doing good ; for instance, his son Likake was to have gone over to Basutoland, and afterwards withdrew : he came to the Resident Magistrate and heard the news before he started, and did not think it necessary after having heard the news. I also sent them news not to deceive you, but to keep ou informed of what is going on The report about the cattle is not true’ ^he Basutoland people say the cattle were sent away. Mpiti went over for gotod before affairs in Basutoland got complicated ; no one knows otherwise. Mataudela of Matatiele :—I am glad to hear the news, as we are the children of the Government, and are glad to hear the news of the country. The news about Makwai and Zibi is a scandal ; when the natives were independent, a man who ran away from his country without cause was looked upon as a rebel. Lehana of Maclear :—We arc glad our Magistrate told us to come here to this meeting ; we chiefs were told to come, we slept before a fire was lit ; Ave were glad to hear the news ; we sent during the night to others to come because we were ordered to come, we have come to hear the news. The Chief Magistrate has told us good news about Government ; we are glad to hear the news about disarmament, in reply to Manzuzella, Mapiliba and Ramotakwana, through Letsie who is loyal: Our Resident Magistrate told us so ; you are inclined to support Masupha & Co., when we were taken out of Basutoland we were disarmed, and afterwards our arms were returned to us. Will you do as Manzuzella said is talked of over the beer pots. When we were taken by Government we disarmed and afterwards got our arms back ; three headmen have spoken the truth, you came from Basutoland, you know the guns were Adam Kok’s when the country was taken from the Pondos and given to Government, the inhabitants became subjects ; you Mapiliba say the children do as they like is true, I am the son of Likouzella, I was disarmed, listen to the Chief Magistrate who is a great power, who tells us good advice and guides us, we don’t like hide dresses now, I like the Government and am glad to hear the news. Lebenya of Maclear :—I have only to thank the Chief Magistrate for the news he has told us, and to reply to Lehana about our arrival here : when we came from Herschel on account of the country being too small, Adam Kok came irom the Free State because he could not agree with the Boers, we were driven out of Basutoland by war. I am surprised at Makwai, if I was a child of yours and did not like you, I would leave and he ought to do likewise, if he does not like Govern¬ ment we are one, the news about him is a lie, a person who is guilty is never surprised when his crime is brought home. Makwai is surprised, he can’t be guilty, the news is really good, but about Makwai is false. Nare of Zibis : —Glad to hear the news, and want to say a few words about disarmament; my brother is in Basutoland and surrendered his arms, he has been eaten up by the Basutos, and he has escaped to Wepener, others have fled to Herschel. We have been persecuted by the Basutos ; we Hlubis can be trusted and time will prove. Lupuido of Matatiele Glad for the news ; do not tire of us, we have got no home, we are scattered and are despised, because we Fingoes agreed to be disarmed when called upon to do so, and are looked upon as fools, [A. 35—’81.1 d 34 we must obey Government, we Fingoes are made by Government, we gave our guns up and do not complain, because we are subjects and must obey. People who think they are dependent on their guns are mistaken. I am disappointed about Zibi, lie can’t, however, do anything without my knowing about it. Mr. IStrachan spoke truth, it’s all lies what has been said of Zibi, the Basutos say we are rebels and love the Europeans. Makwai came here for peace, he did not come by right of conquest, he was tired of war in Basuto¬ land, and came here for rest: he is an old man and would be mad if he joined the rebels in a different country. Langalabalele had war with Government about guns, we did not join him, where is he now ? The chiefs will be caught if disloyal, and the people scattered ; we hear people say they want to fight. Langalabalele was captured and Morosi killed, his people have all returned to their allegiance. The chiefs are misled, our Resident Magistrate tells us all the news (Dawat) of Matatiele. Thanks to the Chief Magistrate for the news ; we don’t sleep easily any more, we are uneas}^ about Basutoland affairs, the Chief Magistrate told us old news, Government is said to castrate, but it is all a lie, and Government demanded the guns, tvliy don’t they obey and give them ? They know best, we are made by Government, we did not agree with Adam Mace, who would not obey Government. About Basutoland Government must wait and give Letsie a chance of getting his children back to their senses, if they do obey, the whole matter will be cleared up without war ; we came from Basutoland where we were killed like sheep, even without guilt, we ■were like the Hlubi’s persecuted and despised, and are loyal now, time will prove Letsie’s loyaltjy we have nothing to do with the Basutos, we have no chiefs, if the Basutos fight and conquer, who will be chief? They will then pay off old scores among themselves. Philip Moshesh of Maclear :—I am glad to see the Chief Magistrate here to-day, and have only to reply to Dawat’s speech, we came here not to scandalize others. If the Basutos fight with the Government, it will be bad form if people who have promised their support back out. Makwai and Lebenya are Basutos, and must obey their tribal superiors. Mr. Strachan has told all the news, we won’t disarm, we went to the railway works with the knowedge and consent of Government and got our guns, how is it that Government want to get our arms? When chiefs see that they have committed themselves, they must cave in and obey Government, must try and get the affair in Basutoland about disarmament quashed. Austen of Matatielo :—I am but a boy, and have only (o say that the best plan is to obey the laws of the Government ; we have been told the news of the country to-day, and are thankful. During the Morosi war we were ordered to go out and we did so ; while the Zulu war was going on, wo were told the news about it while at Zacha’s Nek. The Government does everything for the best. Chief Magistrate :—One thing Philip Moshesh did not understand. Dawat gave a brief sketch of the circumstances of the people on their arrival while under Adam Kok, who handed them, as well as others, over to Government, before his death. Adam Mace rebelled. Moshesh gave the Basutos over to Government before his death, who cannot now refuse to obey Government, and follow their chiefs in preference to Government, who did not authorise the Basutos to purchase arms at the Diamond Fields, that was a private undertaking. Morosi got guns at the Diamond Fields, and they got him into trouble. Govern¬ ment would have left the Basutos guns, only they were afraid they would get them into trouble. You cannot say the Government supplied the guns. 35 Falk of Mpafulana’s :—We cry about the Bssutos’ misfortunes, and a great many talk about it. Tho Chief Magistrate has given us good advice, we won’t rebel, but still we sympathise with our relations in Basutoland. Letsie is loyal but his people have rebelled ; we don’t intend wrong, if our friends come to us it can’t be expected for us to give them up. I have relations at Masupha’s. People who have not relations in Basutoland are glad at their downfall. Kutwana :—I don’t believe false reports and only look to the Magis¬ trate ior news, false or true ; we cry about our friend’s misfortunes at being left alone ; the Chief and Resident Magistrate do not take notice of our sorrow ; we are sorry for our friends and will always sympathize with them. Mlay of Musis :—I agree with P. Moshesh’s statement, we have got relations in Basutoland and naturally sympathize with them about the disarmament question. M. W. Liefeldt, Resident Magistrate, Matatiele :—Chiefs and people of Matatiele, I called you here about a fortnight ago. You all know what I said to you then, and I need not repeat it again to-day. I told you then that I was afraid some of you might be misled if you listen to people who go amongst you spreading false reports, calculated to cause disaffection. I then ordered you to bring before me for punish¬ ment any man whom you found spreading false reports; you have not done so, but on the contrary 3-011 encourage these men, and some of ) r ou have admitted that when you meet over your beer-pots the subject of conversation is the disturbed state of Basutoland, and that you S) r mpathize with 3 T our friends and relations in Basutoland. Your expressions to the Chief Magistrate to-da) r are ot loyalty^, and that you will remain quiet and obedient to the Government, but I doubt very much the truth of the statement made b}^ some of )mu, as I am aware that some of you have been in secret communication with the chiefs in Basutoland, and that those communications have been done in secret, and }'ou were under the impression that I know nothing of this. This is not as it ought to be; probably I may be wrong in doubting the loyalty of some of you, but I am very anxious that none of my people should be misled and come to destruction. I would rather that what you do, do openty, and if y r ou have any grievances state them openly, but do not act in secret, as such actions will cause doubt as to your loyalty. You have nothing to do with the Basutos over the mountains. Your duty is to obey the words of Government. I am here not as a spy, but as your adviser, and J will always be glad to report favourably of your actions, but you must place me in a position to do so by your actions, and not by mouth words only. Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand :—’Tis finished, I will only say a few words now in conclusion, and must speak plainly and will do so freely : if you want to go to Basutoland do so in the day, get a pass and go openly, but if any one goes secretly, or joins in the rebellion, he will not be allow¬ ed to return. I don’t say Mpiti went out of this country with evil intentions ; many people who are lo) r al are with Letsie. These are words of Lebe^m at a meeting with Morosi, “ Speak your inmost feeling to Government, the law must be obeyed.” Letsie and Molappo have obej'ed the law, and others have disobeyed. They have tried to get the rebellious party' back to their senses. Don’t listen to false reports from Basutoland, you belong to Griqualand. Lerothodi now secs his faults, and is penitent. His father Letsie has got the majority on his side now, and I trust the affairs in Basuto¬ land will soon be settled without recourse to arms. Here endeth the meeting with three cheers to the Queen. d 2 36 [ No. 39. ] Copy of Telegram from Secretary Native Affairs to Hon. Bro wnlee Kokstad. 22 nd September, 1880. Natal cannot supply guns ; have asked Commandant-General to attend to your wants, you will apply to him for this. The Tembus under Tyali at Telle have joined rebels, the}?- attacked Austen who drove them off, killing several; Basutos from over Orange River also attacked him with same result. Volunteers from this. Bay, and Graham’s Town assembling for front. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. [ No. 40. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. 23rd September, 1880. Considerable excitement at Matatiele ; believe that we have sustained reverse, otherwise all quiet. Report from Pondoland represents that if a general rising in Basutoland, Umhlonhlo will join. This may be merely conjecture—think it may be necessary for me to proceed to Matatiele next week. Is there any possibility of our getting a company of soldiers from Natal simply to garrison Kokstad ; even on the distinct understanding that they are not to take the field, their presence here will have a wonderfully good effect on surrounding tribes. [ No. 41. ] Copy.—No. 525 | 80.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of Tembuland, Umtata, 27th September, 1880. The Under Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sir,— In reply to your letter No. 2 j 1194 of the 24th ultimo, I have the honour herewith to transmit copy of a letter from the Rev. P. Hargreaves, refuting the statement made by a detective in the Mqanduli district, which was transmitted to you in my letter No. 18c of the 10th ultimo. I have, &c., (Signed) H. G. ELLIOT, Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. Copy.] [ Annexure in No. 41. j Clarkebury, 15th September, 1880. Sir,—I have the honour to acknowledge the receipt of your letter, dated the9th instant, enclosing copy of a statement made by a certain 37 detective before C. J. Blakeway, Esq., Magistrate, Mqanduli, and request¬ ing; me to report on the same for information of Government. As the mention of my name by the detective has led to this act of courtesy, I shall confine my remarks to those matters within my knowledge, and with which my name has been so strangely mixed. The Chief Gangelizwo was called to Clarkebury in order to be informed of several things connected with the Wesleyan Mission in Tembuland, and which had been subjects of several conversations at a meeting of Wesleyan ministers held at Clarkebury in June last. Gangelizwe thought the matter important, and decided to refer them to the chief counsellors at the “ Great Placesomeone then enquired if it was true the Basutos had commenced war. I answered in the affirmative, and expressed my regret that they had taken up arms against the Government, as by so doing their destruction as a tribe was certain and complete. I urged on the chief the duty of keeping his people out of the trouble, and advocated his falling in with the new state of things by calling around him men who have some stake in the country. Gangelizwe slept in the mission station, and I met him for a short time in the morning, and again urged him to keep clear of the “ war talk.” The supposed disloyalty of the Fingoes, the refusal of aid by “ Queen Victoria,” and the annexation of Tembuland, were never mentioned. I never believed in the disloyalty of the Fingoes. My knowledge of them leads me to the opposite opinion. The statement of the detective that the Tembus “ will join ” in the war is without foundation. The Tembus do not like war, and the rumours that are floating about are distasteful to the great body of them. I have, &c., A true Copy : (Signed) R. E. Warrene. (Signed) P. HARGREAVES. [ No. 42. J Copy.—No. 2 j 1431.] Office of the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, Cape of Good Hope, 14th October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. Sir,—I am directed to acknowledge the receipt of your letter, No. 525 | 80, of the 27th ultimo, transmitting copy of a letter from the Rev. P. Hargraves, of Clarkebury, dated'15th ultimo, refuting a statement made by a detective in the Mqanduli district, forwarded under cover of your com¬ munication No. 18c., of the 10th August, 1880. I have, &c., (Signed) H. E. R. BRIGHT, Under Secretary for Native Affairs. 38 [ No. 43. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. 27th September, 1880. .Please ascertain from Hook and Austen whether the message sent by the rebels, as written in your telegram, was to Zibi, the Hlubi chief, or to Sibi, the Basuto chief. I am desirous of obtaining this information as soon as possible, as there are doubts as to Sibi, the Basuto’s, loyalty, but none of Zibi, the Hlubi chief. [ No. 44. 1 Copy.] Telegram from Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Chief Magistrate, Kokstad. 29th September, 1880. It was Austen, who was informed that messengers had been sent by Tyali to the Fingo Chief Zibi, in Gatberg District, to ask him to join in a general rebellion. But it is possible that the rumours arose from the con¬ fusion of the name of Zibi with that of Tibi, the Basuto chief. (Signed) H. E. R. BRIGHT. | No. 45. ] Copy.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs. Much excitement among Basutosin Matatiele District, much sympathy with rebels. Pondos reported to have sent Xobo to Basutoland. Xobo a renegade Christian and great rogue. Umhlonhlo reported to be inclined to join the Basutos. Umditshwa doubtful. I consider it necessary to pro¬ ceed to Matatiele to-morrow to see what is going on there. All is quiet in other parts at present. I do not apprehend any rising, but imagine any assistance to Busutos would be by young men leaving this division and going over mountain. Received 28th September, 1880. [ No. 46. ] Copy.—No. 376.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, 28th September, 1880. The Hon. the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sir, —As I have repeatedly reported to you, very strong sympathy exists between the Basutos on this side of the Drakensberg with those in Basutoland. 30 At present the older and more reasonable men desire to submit to Government, and to let matters in Basutoland t dee their course without in any way committing themselves to what may take place in Basutoland; but as in all cases of popular excitement the younger and more unreasoning class appear desirous of casting in their lot with what by the natives is regarded as a patriotic course and a maintenance of native rights. Umhlonhlo and Umditslnva are said also to sympathise with the Basutos, and prepared to make common cause with them, but on this point I have no well authenticated information. Ever since the disarmament of the Basutos has been announced, it is said that messengers between the Pondos and Basutos h ive been frequent, and at the present time Xobo, a resident of the Rode, a Xesibe by birth, a Pondo by adoption, at one time a professor of Christianity, and now a renegade heathen, is said to be away to Basutoland as an emissary from the Pondos, between whom and the Basutos there is the best understand¬ ing. The most exaggerated reports are in circulation among the natives in this division regarding the position of matters in Basutoland. We are reported to have sustained disasters and reverses, and, it is said, that the rebel chiefs are sending round two delegates to the various chiefs, one being an orator and man of position, while the other is a sorcerer; and that should the orator fail in his eloquence, the power of the sorcerer is brought into requisition, and that he smites with death or disease any who are opposed to the popular causes, and that Molappo was the first victim to the sorcerer’s power. In this division, where the strongest sympathy exists with the Basutos, we are in the unfortunate position ol having no single European f ;r defence purposes ; if we had two or three hundred Europeans, as in case of the Morosi rebellion, to guard the passes across the Drakensberg, I think that confidence would be given to the wavering and that all trouble from this side would be averted. I have, Ac., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE. P.S.—I have this day applied for five hundred stand of arms from Commandant-General, with ammunition. (Initialed) C. B. [No. 47.] Copy.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs. Have appointed Strachan at £3 3s. a day, a Captain Tonnesen and Sub-Lieutenant Cranny in charge at Fort Donald at 25s. and 11s. respec¬ tively, and Lieutenant Catherine in charge at Kokstad at 15s. Does this arrangement meet with your approval? Received 29th September, 1880. [No. 48.] Copy.]; Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs* Matters not improving at Matatiele. Basutos moving cattle acres, mountains, and attack threatened on Liefeldt. Strachan, Hawthorn, and s 40 proceed to Mntatiele to-morrow. Hhibis staunch, and we maybe able to raise a defence corps of them, though I am authorised to raise only 100 men; this small number may provoke attack rather than be any means of safety. Have applied f >r arms and ammunition from Commandant-General, can obtain only muzzlc-loadei s. Received 29th September, 188<\ [No. 49. : Copy.] Telegram, from Under Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Chief Magistrate, Ko! stud. 29th September, 1880. Your telegram in re your proposed visit to Matatiele with Strachan and Hawthorn is approved, but you are mistaken in thinking you have only authority to raise one hundred men. Yon may raise two hundred (see previous telegram) whenever they are required Muzzle-loaders being the only guns available they should be procured by you as soon as possible. Your having appointed Strachan at three guineas a day, Captain Tonnesen at twenty-five shillings, and Sub-Lieutenant Cranny at eleven shillings, and Lieutenant Catherine at fifteen shillings a day, is approved by Government. Grant with three hundred men has gone from Aliwal North to the relief of Surmon at Mohalie’s Hoek. (Signed) Ii. E. R. BRIGHT. [ No. 50. ] Copy of Telegram, No. 6209, from the Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, to the Secretaiy for Native Affairs, Cape Town. September 30th, 1880. Report from Levey, dated 28th instant, has just reached me by express. Levey reports considerable disquiet in his district, Stokwe, the mov¬ ing spirit. He evidently anticipates a rising, and recommends that fifty Snider rifles, 20,000 Snider cartridges, twenty-five pounds of powder, lead and caps be supplied him secretly from Queen’s Town; also that Civil Com¬ missioner of that place be instructed to assist him with volunteers in case of need. I cannot consider matters in the Southey ville District so immi¬ nent as Levey appears to think, but will transmit copy of his report by post leaving to-morrow. Levey very recently reported to me that all the men of his district had surrendered their arms. In this case they could.not be very formidable. All other districts reported quiet. 41 [ No. 51. ] Copy.—No. 539 j 80.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of Tembuland, Umtata, 30fh September, 1880. The Hon’ble the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sir, —Pursuant to my telegram of this day’s date, I have the honour to transmit copy of a report from the Resident Magistrate, Southeyville relative to the political state of his district. I am aware thatStoclcwe and, several other chiefs of that district are turbulent and discontented men, who would readily rebel against the authority of Government if they saw any chance of success ; but I cannot think a mere minority such as these men represent would be mad enough to commit themselves whilst all other districts in this territory are quiet, which is reported to be the case at present. However, should they do so, it would not be necessary to seek assistance from outside the territory. I have, &c., (Signed) H. G. ELLIOT, Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. [Annexure to No. 51.) Copy.—No. 388.] Office of the Resident Magistrate, Southeyville, 28tli September, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Tembulaud. Sir, —I have the honour to report, for the information of the Govern¬ ment, that considerable uneasiness exists in this district. I have been informed, from various trustworthy sources, that the majority of the chiefs in Tembuland are determined to rebel, and I believe there is truth in the reports. I believe, however, that a great number of the people in this district would, in the event of a rebellion, remain loyal. Basuto messengers are reported to have been through the district. I have just heard that Stockwe Mhlela has held a meeting for the purpose of submitting to his people a proposal for the expulsion of the Christian natives from his location. 1 believe that the chiefs Stockwe and Siqungati are at the present prepared for rebellion. Neither Siqungati, Stockwe, nor Matanzima have yet accepted com¬ pensation for arms surrendered by them. I think the real cause of their dissatisfaction is the fear that their chieftainship is being destroyed. Bisatt, Sandili, Dondastre, and other notorious characters, are at present with Stockwe. Some loyal men have already asked me what they are to do with their cattle and other property, as they believe that war is inevitable. I may add that matters have only assumed this serious aspect within the past few days. It is possible that the disaffection may pass over, but it would be well to be prepared. As a precautionary measure I beg to suggest that the Civil Commis¬ sioner, Queen’s Town, should be authorised to supply me with, say fifty Snider rifles, 20,000 rounds of Snider ammunition, twenty-five pounds of gunpowder, and a supply of lead and caps for single and double-barrelled guns. 42 It would also be well it he were instructed to support me with volun¬ teers in case of an emergency arising*. 'Hie ammunition and guns might be brought, here quietl} 7 . If you think it advisable, please telegraph instructions to me through the C. 0., Queen’s Town, to be forwarded here by express. Since the above was written, Maukagi (the headman of the school people in Stockwe’s Location) has reported to me that Stockwe sent an order to the Christians on Friday last to remove from his location. The people requested to be allowed till Wednesday (to-morrow) to consider the matter. Maukagi held a private meeting of the school people, and states that Stockwe is prepared and anxious for war, and that his plan is to attack the school people when they least expect it. I think, however, that no open demonstration should be made at pre¬ sent, as it would perhaps precipitate what might pass over. I have, &c, (Signed) C. J. LEVEY, Resident Magistrate. A true Copy : (Signed) Robt. Warrene. [ No. 52. 1 Copy.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand, Matatiele, via Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Strachan, Hawthorn, and myself arrived at Matatiele evening of the 30th. I find matters are as bad as they can be short of open rebellion, which may break out at any moment. Exaggerated reports of Basuto success have been received here from Basutoland, and it is said Letsie has urged them to make common cause with Lerothodi. Messengers from Pondoland have also been here, and Basutos expect support from Fondos. I directed Liefeldt to raise a hundred men in equal proportions from the different clans. The Hlubis, who are about one-fifth the population of the district, joined willingly, and are the only men that can be depended upon but very few Basutos have joined. Thev openly refuse to enrol them¬ selves as a guard here lest their actions should be misconstrued into taking up arms against their countrymen, which they are determined not to do. It will be a matter of utmost importance to have an European corps to give confidence to the loyal natives and to the country generally. Alarm among Europeans setting in, and goods being sent away for safety. Under these circumstances I have authorised Strachan to organise a force of 100 additional men in Thompson’s district. I may send you another telegram to-morrow. Have telegraphed this to the Commandant-General. Received 1st October, 1880. [No. 53.] Copy.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand, Matatiele, via Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs. Nothing to add to telegram of last night. Matters remain unchanged. Am seeing some of the principal headmen, in whom, I believe, reliance can 43 be placed. From them I gather that even their own sons cannot be trusted, and that amongst the young men the feeling of sympathy with the Basutos is universal. From Makwai’s clan, from which 25 men were expected, only five boys were sent and unarmed. These I have ordered back. This clearly shows the feeling of the tribe, though I believe Makwai wished to furnish the men required. Amongst the Sepianas, Sibi, whose loyalty I relied on at the outset, appears to have cast in his lot entirely with the Basutos. I believe that our presence here, and explaining matters, may counteract much of the evils caused by emissaries from Basutoland. As I believe my presence is reqi ired here, I intend remaining until Monday morning. Strachan’s appointment has given great satisfaction to loyal natives, and I trust will to some extent establish confidence. Received 20th October, 1880. | No. 54. j Copy of Telegram from Bright, Under Secretary for Native Affairs, to Harries, Butterworth. Capt. Blyth sailed yesterday, Friday, for Port Elizabeth. Please let nothing further be done in re-issue of arms to natives on Tembu border until Captain Blyth returns to Transkei. As regards destitute natives it is now thought better to employ them at East London, rather than at Cape Town. They will be paid two shillings a day without rations. But this also had better await Capt. Blyba’s return, as it may be found best to make up large road parties and employ these people in the Transkei. (M;»ed) H. E. R. BRIGHT. 2nd October, 1880. [ No. 55. 1 Copy.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Matatiele, 2nd October, 1880, 8 p.m. Large meeting with the people in the neighbourhood to-day. Basutos turned out armed and made war-like demonstrations in sight of the Residency. They openly state they have cast in their lot with their countrymen in Basutoland. An attack threatened upon the Residency to- nighl ; only one hundred men to defend it. The majority of them are very indifferently armed to resist any attack. Have called out an additional hundred men, which will give three hundred badly armed natives to resist any force which may be brought against this place. With four hundred well armed natives and one hundred well armed Europeans, T believe that any resistance would be averted. I cannot raise more than three hundred natives in Matatiele district without exposing the loyal peo- f le to attacks. Have ordered hundred more natives from Umzimkulu. f possible we should have one or two companies of regulars in Kokstad. Such a force may possibly prevent the spread of the rebellion and gain the wavering to our side. Our present defenceless position induces all to believe that they can have matters their own way. Received 7 p.m., 3rd October, 1880. 44 [ No. 56. ] (■opy of Telegram, No. A. 15 | 80, from Hope, Qumbu, to Secretary for Native Affairs. 4th October, 1880, elsli is lieie and says Umhlonhlo sent word on Friday to Umitshwa that matters at Matatiele were unsettled, and asking him what he would do if Government, demanded their arms. Copy.] [ No. 57. 1 Telegram from Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Resident Magistrate, Kokstad. 4th October, 1880. Get any men you can in and about your district and communicate with Mr. Brownlee. There should be no difficulty in your raising 100 mounted men in a very short time and going to his relief; every day it is delayed will increase the difficulty, and the responsibility of acting promptly rests with you. Call out any you can get, and move them at once. Let me know what yon hear T Mr. Brownlee. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. Copy.] [ No. 58. ] Telegram from Resident Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Since dispatch of Mr. Brownlee’s telegram of this morning, have heard nothing from him, but Von Meyer, a trader at the (Jmzimvubu Drift, reports that Europeans from Matatiele have come there, who state that the Basutos are in open rebellion, armed and guarding approaches to Moteri’s Kop, intercepting and questioning messengers ; that communication with Brownlee, Strachan, and Hawthorn is cut off, and that relief is wanted. Received 4th October, 1880, 9 a.m. r No. 59. ] Copy of Telegram from Resident Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Note just received from Mr. Brownlee from Moteri’s Kop. They are in great fix ; only 100 badly armed men. From all accounts attack by 2,000 Basutos is now pending and expected every moment. Whole of Makwai’s tribe against us. Mounted men scouring the country the whole day. Cattle removed to mountains. Horses kept knee-haltered at kraals ready for action. Mr. Brownlee does not think it safe to leave 45 Kopje for Kokstad, with the small number of meu. He has no escort. Have sent about twenty-five men, three of whom Europeans wit ammu¬ nition to Umzimvubu Drift, where I hear, they have arrived. Am getting up natives from Umzimkulu and withdrawing men from Fort Donald, asking Blenkins to replace with men from his district, Mr. Brownlee having called upon him for 100men. Will try to get European volunteers to accompany natives, and with this force will endeavour to communicate with Mr. Brownlee and relieve him. Communication is only carried on by native cunning. We should have European force of some kind up here without delay. At Mr. Brownlee’s request I have telegraphed to the Lieutenant-Governor, Natal, entreating him to send one or two companies of regulars to Kokstad. Mr. Brownlee requires an experienced military officer to organise matters here and undertake military operations, as requested in a previous telegram of his to you. Do not expect to raise more than twenty-five European volunteers here for this emergency. Received 4th October, 1880, 11 a.m. [ No. 60. | Copy.] Telegram from Secretary for Native Affairs to Wylde, Resident Magistrate, Kokstad 4th October, 1880. Men are being raised in Natal who will probably be sent to Kokstad. You must at once send to the Natal Government, withdrawing the appli¬ cation for soldiers, as this Government does not sanction the application ; say that it was made without its knowledge. Order out any men you can and hurry them off to Mr. Brownlee ; see they go under a good man. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. [ No. 61. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Resident Magistrate, Mount Frere, to Under Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. 4th October, 1880. Chief Magistrate with 100 men at Matatiele. Note just received dated third, wished contents wired in case communication with Kokstad was intercepted. Armed bands of all directions about Matatiele, attack threat¬ ened on night of second, said will be delayed until Wednesday, had only 100 men badly armed and badly supplied with ammunition, am to request R.M., Kokstad, to enrol men and organize Europeans, to hurry on Umzim¬ kulu men to Matatiele with those now in Kokstad. Hope’s men from this will hurry up, not. likely in time. 46 Copy.] [ No. 62. ] Telegram from Resident Magistrate, Qumbu, to Secretary for Native Affair, Capes Town. Have sent the following to Elliot, as Brownlee is off line of wire :— “ Just heard from Blenkins, at Mount Frere, that Brownlee is hemmed in at Matatiele with a hundred men, all badly armed and with very little ammunition. Attack to be made on Matatiele on Wednesday ; am sending to ask Umhlonhlo to support me in relieving Brownlee. Can’t rely on him, no time to lose. Can you send a force to-morrow with some spare ammunition as I have none. I want to take as many men as I can to relieve the chief. Blenkins reports collision between Bacas and Pondos imminent.” Handed in at Qumbu, 7 p.m., 4th October, 1880. Received at Cape Town, 7*46 p.m., 4th October, 1880. [ No. 63. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Harries, Chief Clerk to Chief Magistrate, Butterworth, to Under Secretary for Native Affairs. 4th October, 1880. I?e Arms to Fingoes tn Tembu border. Gladwin reports that he has done nothing except inform three headmen living on border, and has told them each to select six men to be granted licences during pleasure, One headman, Mangamisa, had brought his list and was being granted licences. Gladwin says he has made no public announcement and has been very guarded in the matter. [No. 64.] Copy.—Telegram.] Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Major Elliot, C.M.G., Umtata. 4th October, 1880. What supply of guns and ammunition have you in store? Brownlee requires some, and think of sending some of yours to be replaced by others now on the way for him from King William’s Town. Time is a considera¬ tion, and should like to send yours on at once. Can you arrange for send- any you have on at once. Reply for instructions. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. Copy.] Telegram [ No. 65. ] From Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. In store here, under charge of C.M.R., long sniders, 45 ; trcop car¬ bines, 34 ; M. U, Enfields, 4 5 shot guns, 3 ; revolvers, 4 ; ammunition 47 chests, 2 ; Snider cartridges, 51,025 ; powder, 98 lbs. ; lead, bars, 128 ; caps, 129 boxes ; bullets, 3,900; ammunition boxes, 81 ; small ditto, 29. A wagon could probably be procured for the purpose of conveying stores to Kokstad, but would probably be at high price. Handed in at Umtata, 5-24 p.m., 4th October, 1880. Received at Cape Town, 5*35 p.m., 4th October, I860. [ i\o. 66.] Copy.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. In continuation of yesterday’s telegram. I don’t consider it would be judicious to let guns and ammunition cross Umtata without European escort. This territory as you are aware has been denuded of troops. Handed in at Umtata, 1045 a.m. Received at Cape Town. 1L26 a.m., 5tli October, 1880. [No. 67 ] Copy. —Telegram.] Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Major 1‘Uiot, C.M.G., Umtata. 5th October, 1880. Your statement of supply of arms not satisfactory. Government thinks that you should have a supply in store. 500 have left King William’s Town for Kokstad. If you think fit to send on what you have in store to Brownlee, do so, and detain from the supply on the way up. Say what you think necessary for use with you, and I will try and send it to you. Baker is coming to Kokstad fiom Natal with 200 mounted men. Am attend¬ ing to Levy’s application for guns, and if necessary can be sent. Nothing from Basutoland. Brownlee has left Matatiele. (Signed) W. AY LIFE. [ No. 68. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, to Secretary lor Native Affairs, Cape Town. 5th October, 1880. I recommend that from three to live hundred stand of arms (carbines if possible) according to how many be spared, with ammunition at the rate of two hundred rounds per stand, be forwarded and stored in the magazine here, to be distributed or used as I may direct ; letter to this effect by post. The above recommended reserve is in addition to the one hundred sniders and ammunition already authorised for arming the native police force. 48 [No. 69- | Copy.—No. A. 20 j 8.] Telegram from Hope, Qumbu, to Secretary for Native Affairs. 5th October, 1880. Sent following the Chief Magistrate, Kokstad :—‘‘Umhlonhlo received my message last night at twelve, called people together, and agreed to turn out with me, with as many men as I require to assist you at Matatiele. Have just sent to say you are safe now, but he must hold himself in readi¬ ness at any time, as he may bo called upon. I think as a matter of policy you should call for a draft of his men.'’ [ No. 70. ] Copy.] Telegram from the Secretary for Native Affairs to Hope, Resident Magistrate, Qumbu. 5th October, 1880. Your action with Umhlonhlo very satisfactory, and hope you may keep him in same mind till his men are required, as possibly they may be when Basutos have to be dealt with, of which you will be informed. Captain Baker is raising two hundred men in Natal for Kokstad, and hope soon to hear they are on way there. Mobali’s Hoek is relieved, loss of nine killed and wounded. Colonel Clarke has now 3,000 Europeans ready for service in short time, and will do some work. (Signed) WM. AYLIFF. [ No. 71. ] Copy.] Telegram from Resident Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs. I am glad to report that Mr. Brownlee and Strachan, with Hawthorn and party, after making a great detour, arrived last night at the Umzim- vubu Drift (Von Meyer’s). They were met by armed Basutos, who engaged them, but were driven off. The messenger stated that Basutos are collecting in numbers about the drift. Mr. Liefeldt, who remained at Moiterie’s Kop, was to have abandoned his post yesterday, and go amongst the Hlubis to organise some men for the defence of those on our side. Farm lands are being burnt and stock driven away from Europeans on all sides. About twenty-five good men (Europeans), well-armed and mounted, were sent off by me last evening, with a strong native contingent (ninety-six), also armed and mounted, to relieve Mr. Brownlee. It is extremely difficult to get European volunteers here for field work. Horses are much wanted. Sixty stand of arms now in magazine. Am engaged in calling (cut) Griquas and Bacas who have arms. The town in great excitement. A defence com¬ mittee appointed, and laager, &c., to be formed. Any available European force obtainable should be sent here at once. Handed in at Kokstad, 8T5 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 9'45 a.m., 5th October, 1880. 49 , r No. 72. ] Copy.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Returned this afternoon. Felt compelled to abandon Matatiele. Had one hundred natives enrolled, half of whom I and other natives believed were traitors. Avoided 1,000 men, sent to intercept me, by taking a cir¬ cuitous route. Strachan at Umzimvubu Drift with fifty Europeans and one hundred natives. Hope to reinforce him to-morrow by hundred more. Every Basuto is against us. Those who wished to stand on our side have been overawed by threats and confiscation of property, and have joined the rebels, who saw no white man to check them. Am thankful for Baker and his two hundred men, I trust this may be a turning point in our affairs. At present all is gloomy, and a prospect of long protracted hostilities. Many, if not most, of the Griquas are said to be doubtful, and the Lepiyanis, on whom I depended, have joined the rebels. Handed in at Kokstad 5 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 6T7 p.m., 5th October, 1880. [No. 73.] Copy.—No. 54G | 80.] Office of the Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, Umtata, 5th October, 1880. The Under Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sir,— In reply to your letter, N 0 . 2 | 1,338, of the 22nd ultimo, I have the honour to renew the recommendations I made to the Colonial Com¬ missary of Ordnance (copies of which were forwarded to you under cover of my letter No. 506 | 80, of the 8th ultimo), with a view to my being placed in a position to meet any emergency that may arise. These were to the effect that I should be supplied with 100 short Snider rifles, 5,000 cartridges with ammunition belts, for the purpose or arming the native police in this territory. And further that from 3 to 500 Snider rifles (short if possible), according to what number the Government could spare, should bo sent up with a good supply of ammunition, and stored in the magazine at this place. There is plenty of accommodation in the magazine, but as you are aware, owing to the removal of the Cape Mounted Rifles, no guard can be placed on it. 1 think, however, that arms, &c., would be perfectly safe in it. Mr. W. E. Stanford is of opinion that “in the event of offensive action being taken against the Tembus under Tyali and other rebels, it would be necessary to have patrols along the south side of the Drakensberg, that is from Barkly Pass to the point joining the Gatberg district, for the purpose of preventing the rebels either breaking through or plundering the natives on this side.” Should the present rebellion extend, I think patrolling would be attended with good results. I have, &c., (Signed) H. G. ELLIOT, Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. P.S.—Since writing the above, a deputation, representing the white community of Umtata, waited upon me, and requested that I would move the Government to establish a depot of arms and ammunition at this place. (Initialed) H. G. E. E [A. 35—’81.] 50 [ No. 74. ] Copy.—No. 2 | 1444.] Office of the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, Cape of Good Hope, 18th October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. Sik,—I n acknowledging the receipt of your letter No. 546 | 80, dated the 5th instant, requesting a supply of arms and ammunition, &c., for the purpose of arming the native police in your territory, and for a reserve to be placed in store, in case of emergency ; also recommending that patrols be placed along the south side of the Drakensberg, I am directed in reply to the above quoted letter, and with reference to previous correspondence on the same subject, to inform you that the Government has been pleased to carry out all these recommendations. I have, &c., ^Signed) H. E. R. BRIGHT, Under Secretary for Native Affairs r Wo. 75. ] Copy.] Telegram from Under Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, Umtata. 6th October, 1880. In re your telegram asking for arms, what you request will be done, and five hundred stand of arms, which are now on their way to Kokstad, will be detained at Umtata instead, and Mr. Brownlee will be supplied with other arms via D’Urban, Natal. (Signed) H. E. R. BRIGHT. [ No. 76. ] Copy.—No. A. 27 | 80.] From Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs. I left Strachan yesterday encamped at Umzimvubu Drift with 100 natives from Umzimkulu and about 50 Europeans. Have just received express saying he cannot hold position, and is falling back on Kokstad. Should the Griquas remain faithful, we may hold our own here, but the European element is so weak that there is every likelihood that the natives now disposed to stand by us may fall away. 1 am exceedingly anxious for every Magistrate in this Division, for, should the tribes with whom they (are ?) rise in rebellion, I see no possibility for their escape. I have asked the Natal Government for a couple of companies of regulars, if even for a few days. Their presence here would confirm the wavering, and give confi¬ dence while we stand on the defensive here. We are eneavouring to fortify the church, but the buildings here are so straggling that the place will be very difficult to hold. Send me a good officer and another to take charge of commissariat. Handed in at Kokstad, 8T5 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 1046 a.m., 6th October, 1880. 51 L No. 77. 1 Copy.] Telegram from Secretary ior Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Hon. C. Brownlee, Kokstad. Gtli October, 1880. Your next step is to get men you can rely upon ready for service when Baker arrives. He is being hurried on, and will take the command of your forces when he arrives. The guns you asked for have been sent from King William’s Town. Elliot objects to sending them on to you, except under care of an escort of Europeans. This cannot well be done, and he will keep them at Umtata ; others being sent via Natal, to be brought on under Baker’s escort ; no time will bo lost in this. Southey has relieved Sunnon, losing a few men. Colonel Clarke will shortly have 3,000 Europeans in the field, and will be able to act on the offensive. I am glad that you have got so well out of } 7 our difficulty. Your best plan now is to keep quiet till Baker arrives, and only act on the defensive ; by that time you will know more of what the Griqua feeling is, and whether they can be trusted. Being good shots, it would be a valuable force if re¬ liable. Use every means for keeping them straight. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. [ No. 78. ] Enclosure No. A. 28 | 80.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Wired to Colonial Secretary, Maritzburg, pointing out our critical state, begging that one or two companies of infantry be sent here for a few days till we receive reinforcements. This would help to keep matters quiet, and would be of immense assistance to us, and might bo our salvation. Reply was : Any application for reinforcements must come from the authorities at Cape Town. Baker will not be prepared to move for 10 days, it may be 20, and if more (time ?) will elapse before he reaches this it ma} 7 be too late. Would, therefore, urge on you to apply for help. Handed in at Kokstad, 12. Received at Cape Town, 12'4G p.m., Gtli October, 1880. [ No. 79. J Copy.—Telegram.] Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Hon. C. Brownlee, Kokstad. 7th October, 1880. Baker’s first hundred men will leave Natal on Saturday, with instruc¬ tions to hasten on without transport ; this will bring them to you sooner than any military force could be there. Guns have been ordered for you by first ship ; but if any delay may arise, the Natal Government have been asked to assist with any they may have in store and Bakei’s men to bring them on. You may get information on these matters from Baker, who has had instructions given him, and to hurry on to you. Unfortunate 52 that all Griquas are not reliable, as had hoped that they would be a useful force in case ot need, and yet think that if attacked at Kokstad that they will light for their homes and property. With the inhabitants of the places and the force already enrolled, you ought to be able to hold your own tiil Baker arrives, and hope he will hurry on. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. [ No. 80. 1 Copy.—Telegram.] Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Major Elliot, Umtata. 7th October, 1880. Brownlee will be supplied with arms by way of Natal, and you may detain those sent from King William’s Town. If there is any means of sending those you have to him, do so, even getting them on to Hope or Welsh would be useful, and likely to be more so than in your own store. Nothing from Basutoland. Colonel Clarke moving up with forces. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. [ No. 81. ] Copy.—No. A. 36 | 80.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary Native Affairs. Patrol, 100 men, went last night to Umzimvubu Drift. Reports 500 Basutos in occupation of building. Pondos said to be massing on border, with view of attacking Jojo and Makaula. Hostile attitude is to force them to declare against us, as Pondos cannot well co-operate with Basutos while the two tribes are on our side. Matters not improving. Baker wires that he will have 75 men ready to start about to-morrow. They will be six days en route , and when they arrive should, with such men as are here, take offensive, that confidence may be restored. At present Basutos des¬ troying country without check. My conviction still unchanged that Imperial troops necessary for a short while for garrison duty ; this alone will save country. Liefeldt, who left Matatiele to rally Hlubis, came in last night, found the Hlubis threatened on all sides, and in utter pauic, with no plan for resistance. Liefeldt, after several engagements with the Basutos, succeeded in getting Hlubis together. Basutos are said to be massing for attack on us. The 500 at Umzimvubu advance of army. We have sent a little ammunition of our small stock to Hlubis ; have promised more and arms as soon as supply arrives. Umhlonhlo has offered services to Hope ; have authorized him to get 200 men for Basuto border, thereby may do good. Never trusted Umhlonhlo : if he will commit himself openly to our side, our gain will be immense. Have heard that Hlubis and Makaulas have had overtures from Basutos to cease attacks if they will join Basutos. Mrs. De Vries, daughter of Mrs. Kok, on secret visit to Pondoland for political purposes. Mrs. Kok said to have received letter from Makwai. Handed in at Kokstad, 12‘0 Received at Cape Town, 3M7 p.m., 8th October, 1880. 53 [No. 82.] Copy.—A. 31 j 80.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Regret Mr. Sprigg’s peremptory refusal to obtain assistance from Imperial troops. I wish them to be here only until we can receive reinforce¬ ments. Their presence would give confidence, and might prevent spread of disaffection. Has Mr. Sprigg seen my Reports of 9th April, 27th July, and 17th August last? What I then stated is being literally fulfilled. The upper part of this territory, so far as the Natal border, has been over¬ run by Basutos. Makaulaand Umhlonhlo still appear to be friendly. Pondos have already made two or three attacks on the Xesibes, and are massing on their border to make a final attack on Jojo. Lodewyk Kok was arrest¬ ed yesterd. r iy whilst on his way to join Basuto rebels. Many of the Griquas doubtful, and unless immediate assistance is obtained, every tribe may purchase peace with a strong party by joining them against us. I think if Mr. Sprigg understood our critical position, he would no longer refuse to call Imperial troops to our aid. Every hour is of the utmost importance. We may soon not be able to communicate with you, as the wire could be cut at any time. Please authorise me immediately to purchase arms and ammunition in Natal before we are cut off. Kokstad. 1 anded in at Kokstad, 8 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 10*44 a.m., 7th October, 1880. [ No. 83 ] Copy.—N.A.O. No. A 35 | 80.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Much uneasiness felt by those having large interests at stake in this territory. Could not Government make arrangements with Webster's Agency to have a short press telegram sent, say tri-weekly, for the infor¬ mation of those interested? I think this would have a quieting effect, as reports now circulated throughout the country are of a very false and alarming character. Fact could not be so mischievous as fiction. Handed in at Umtata 12*45 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 1*50 p.m., 8th October, 1880, [ No. 84. ] Copy.—No. A. 34 | 80.] Telegram fixm Thomson, Resident Magistrate, Gatberg, to Secretary Native Affairs. 8th October, 1880. Very badly supplied with arms and ammunition, and no prospect of receiving supply through from Kokstad to this. Would suggest that 400 or 500 stand with ammunition be sent me from Dordrecht, under escort of 150 or 200 Europea's. Will hold our position if supplied, otherwise doubtful. Road open and safe between this and Dordrecht. 54 [ No. 85. ] C opy.—T elegram. ] Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, to Secretary for Native A (fairs, Cape Town. 9th October, 1880. Levey still reports a little restlessness on the part of Lignugati and Stockwe. Reports from all other parts of this territory perfectly satis¬ factory. Fine rains now falling. Natives will soon be too busy ploughing and planting to think of anything else. [ No. 86. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. 9th October, 1880. Have forwarded to Hope 46 long Sniders, 4 muzzle-loading Enfields> 200 rounds Snider ball, 46 powder, 100 bullets, 28 bars leads, 29 boxes caps ; and to Blenkins 3 boxes Snider ball, 3 boxes ctps, 22 powder. These latter were requisitioned for by Resident Magistrate, Mount Frere, and were sent per mail cart. [ No. 87. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Major Flliot., Umtata. 9th October, 1880. Hope you may soon have your supply of arms to take place of those sent to Hope and Blenkins. Brownlee reports restlessness on Pondo border, while Oxland says that all is quiet. Keep me informed of the con¬ dition of your portion of the Pondo tribe. Levey will have guns sent to him from Queen’s Town, though there does not seem to be anything to excite fears of his fellows doing anything stupid. The rain falling will give them work to do, and divert their attention from war and fighting. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. [ No. 88. ] Copy.] Telegram from Secretary for Native Affairs, Magistrate, Butterworth. Cape Town, to Chief 10th October, 1880. Wagon on way to Umtata with guns and ammunition. If about, you hurry it on, and if oxen bad, change them for fresh ones. Report number of guns and supply of ammunition you have in store at your Magistracy. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. 55 L No. 89. ] Copy.—A 49 | 80.] Telegram from Harris, Butterworth, to Under Secretary for Native Affairs Cape Town. 11th October, 1880. Your telegram re wagon with guns just received ; will immediately attend to and forwarded it as speedily as possible. Six hundred Sniders here, seventy-five thousand rounds of ammmrtion at Ibeka, one hundred Sniders at Blythswood, and ammunition ; but these are requested to be sent to King William’s Town, and boxes, &c., now ready for their transfer, but they have not actually left. Handed in at Butterworth, 8 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 8'45 a.m. [ No. 90. ] Copy.—No. A 43 | 80.] Telegram from Thomson, Resident Magistrate, Gatberg, to Secretary for Native Affairs. 11th October, 1880. Matters in a most critical state. Large portion of B isutos in district in revolt. Expect an attack on Residency, Sunday or Monday. Most ably sup¬ ported by Hope, who, with Umhlonhlo, is near Paardeberg in flank of Bathlokwa, Lindingwana. Give extract of note to me this morning, “Matters are very critical, indeed, more so than I thought. The worst may happen before the month is over if we do not get some European troops. Is no use blinding (blinking?) matters. We must urge Government to send Europeans.” My two clerks, Cumming and Abner, at Mount Fletcher, on Libenya’s ; communication cut off. Hope is trying to open it with them. Would again urge European force, with arms and ammunition, be sent from Dordrecht. [ No. 91. ] Copy.—Telegram. | Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Thomson, Resident Magistrate Gatberg, via Qumbu. 10th October, 1880. Forces are being sent into the district as fast as can be done, and the Government hopes that these, assisted by the people of the divisions affected by the rebellion, will soon bring it to an issue. You must use all the force you have at your command to protect the place and people around you, and think your people are equal to this duty. Guns and ammunition are on way to Umtata, and a supply of these will be sent you. Hope will render you great assistance, and will send to Welsh to do what he can with his people. Can’t you get the Slang River people to help? If so, get them. (Signed) W. AY LIFE. 56 [ No. 92. 1 Copy.] Telegram, from Secretary Native Affairs to Welsh. Resident Magistrate, Tsolo. iOtli October, 1880. What is the position of affairs with your people, and can you depend on them for defence in case being required ? Hope, as you know, has gone out with Umhlonlilo and people. You should be able to do something of the kind with Umditshwa, as the Basutos in Gatberg have not declared for the rebel cause. Render Thomson all the assistance you can. Guns will be forwarded to him from Umtata as soon as they arrive there, and you will have to see about forwarding them to him. Report fully. f No. 93. ] Copy.—A. 51 j 80.] Telegram from Welsh, Tsolo, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Your telegram received. Had called meeting for to-day. Umditshwa came with only a few men ; weather unfavourable. Postponed meeting till Wednesday, when I shall be able to judge as to what dependence can be placed on Umditshwa. I think, however, he is all right. Returned from Thomson’s last night ; promised him support. Hope got to Thomson’s last night with Umhlonlilo, Lehana, and Lindingwana ; latter has hundred and fifty men with him. Meeting there to-day. Hope thinks crisis over for the present, but strongly urges European support, as unless loyal natives are supported they must go with the stream. Will forward guns and ammu¬ nition to Thomson, as soon as they reach this. Handed in at Queen’s Town, 10 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 1056 a.m., 12 th October, 1880. [ No. 94. ] Copy.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. 9tli October, 1880. Though my request for Imperial troops has been distinctly refused by Colonial Secretary, I deem it my duty to renew application. We are to have seventy-five mounted men from Natal in three or four days, and seventy-five more some days later. These men hurriedly raised and un¬ disciplined will not materially alter aspect of affairs. They will not enable us to take the offensive, measures in which alone our safety lies. With two hundred Imperial troops to garrison this place, several offensive operations could be undertaken even with the assistance of Baker. Hope has heroically gone out alone with a treacherous devil. Liefeldt with his clerk is endeavouring to give confidence to a panic-stricken crowd, and shew they are not absolutely abandoned by us. Thomson, without arms and ammunition, is trying to rally the few who still stay on our side. Read and Blenkins are staying with friendly tribes, who will remain so as long as they can. Welsh, with his large family, without any aid, is with Umditshwa, who is quite uncertain, and Hawthorn is here, assisting to organize a confused rabble. For myself, I feel no anxiety. We can defend ourselves here 5 it 57 is for others I plead ; delay may compel those who still stand by us to join the rebels. The loss of valuable lives cannot be repaired, and the cost to Government to subdue those, who may be on our side, will bo immense. For these reasons it is my duty to protest against the action of Government in refusing us the aid which Natal Government appears to be ready to grant, and would add that delay may bring twenty thousand men against us. This fact I fear has been overlooked by Government. [ -No. 95. ] Copy.—Telegram.1 Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Hon. C. Brownlee, Chief Magistrate, Kokstad. 10 th October, 1880. As already informed, Imperial troops cannot be obtained. Instead of these, 200 European cavalry are being sent you. This is a more useful force. Keep quiet till they arrive, when offensive operations can be com¬ menced. Be cautious about sending out small parties. Inform carefully as to the strength that you can rely upon when these movements begin. We contemplate sending up Von Linsingen as Commandant of Griqualand East, and he may take 100 men with him from East London. Mafetong has again been attacked by a very large force, with little damage to our force. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. [No. 96.] Copy.—Telegram.] Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Hon. C. Brownlee, Chief Magistrate, Kokstad. 10th October, 1880. Think you should not risk any offensive movement, and best await the further arrangement of Government with reference to your people. Pro¬ tection must be given to the people, of whatever class, who are loyal, and the Hlubis, if possible, might be moved into or near Kokstad. Your guns are being sent off from East- London, and hope Baker’s first batch of men may now be with you. Oxland reports things satisfactory on his border, and hope your information incorrect. Elliot has sent guns to Hope and Blenkins, and hope to get some to Thomson, though not by Dordrecht. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. [ No. 97. ] Copy.—No. A. 44 | 80, N. A. O.] Telegram from Chief .Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs Cape Town. We have had rain and cold for last four days. Position remains unchanged. Patrols and scouting parties sent, out every day. Basutos still at Umzimvubu. Few Hlubis yesterday, to save themselves, went over to rebels. Liefeldt among them, endeavouring by his presence to 58 restore confidence. Hope with Umhlonhlo on Basuto border too weak to advance, but able to hold their own. Hope’s move most important. Thomson says he can hold his own with supply of arms. Party from Umzimkulu proceeding to attack rebel camp at head ot Umzimkulu. Patrol just leaving this to scour, and, if possible, co-operate. Matters unchanged on Pondo border. Handed in at Koksrad, 6 p.m. Peceived at Cape Town, 7'52 p.m., 10th October, 1880. [ No. 98. ] Copy.—No. A. 47 j 80, N. A. 0.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs. 11 th October, 1880. Have now 500 natives enrolled from Umzimkulu District, 200 Griquas, and about 150 Europeans, and when arms and reinforcements arrive, may send 500 into the field. These men may be joined by 200 Hlubis. As soon as we can move, confidence will be established among the various tribes who are unarmed and panic-stricken, and there may be defection from the Basuto ranks. Umqikela and the main body of Pondos quiet. The only trouble at present is with Diko, Tshcbsa, and Bob’. Diko has made several raids lately on Xesibes and driven a number from kraals Xesibi cattle in mountains, and will resist any further encroachments. Hope and Thomson calling for assistance. This we can give them as soon ns arms arrive. Suspicion existed against some leading Griquas. The arrest of Lodewyk Kok has deprived them of a head. They are now coming into Kokstad with their families and stock. Hitherto the Basutos in hopes of gaining (them) over, have not molested them. Sidoi appears to be straight. Von Linsingen will be an excellent Commander; his rashness will be counterbalanced by Strachan’s coolness of judgment. Handed in at Kokstad, 12 noon. Received at Cape Town, P40 p.m. [ No. 99. ] Copy.—A. 50 | 80.. N. A. 0.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Nothing to report ; matters improving. Have wired to stop more natives from Umzimkulu. Basutos still in force in strong posit-on at Umzimvubu. Usher, with 150 men, tried to bring on action. Basutos behind walls, buildings, and stores, remained in possession. Usher wisely did not attack. Am reinforcing him, and he is to form camp between this and Umzimvubu. Pondo matters very quiet. Handed in at Kokstad, 10T0 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 1002 a.m., 12th October, 1880. 59 [ No. 100. ] Copy.] Telegram from Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, to ChiefMagistrate, Kokstad. 12 tli October, 1880. By the telegrams received, it now appears that the people under you, who have declared in favour of order, are so numerous that it will be unnecessary to send other forces than those already on the way to Kok¬ stad. A supply of guns and ammunition for your own use have been sent from East London, and W'll by this have been landed at D’Urban, and will be forwarded as quickly as possible for your use at Kokstad. Major Elliot has also a supply of guns and ammunition, a portion of which he will be instructed to forward for the use of the men under Thomson, who will, on arrival of these, be in a position to act on the offensive as well as in defence of his district. Hope, as you are aware, is out with Umhlonhlo’s men, and these appear to be thoroughly reliable, and can be used in the maintenance of order. Welsh is hopeful that Umditshwa will be on the side of order, and can be relied on. Zibi, Lin- dingwana, and Lehana loo, have been strong in their professions of loyalty, and your own telegrams speak confidently of the people in Kokstad, and of the loyalty of Sidoi, with whom Strachan has such great influence. Oxland’s last report on Pondo matters is of a quieting nature, and altogether it seems that matters are greatly improved, and that with the forces available and those shortly to arrive, you should be able to restore and maintain order in the parts affected by the rebellion. As soon as Major Baker arrives with his force, you will be in a position to take whatever active measures you consider necessary to suppress the rebellion in the Matatiele District, and to restore confidence to the inhabitants generally of Griqualand East. (Signed) 11. E. P. BRIGHT. [ No. 101. ] Copy.—No. A. 53 j 80, N. A. O.l Telegram from Hope, Resident Magistrate, Qumbu, Gatberg, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Monday.—Satisfactory meeting. Umhlonldo swore loyalty in public Lindingwana, Lehana, all chiefs and people, followed. We told them they must defend themselves with their own arms if attacked at present, but Government will help them if they stand firm. We leave Europeans to restore entire confidence. Aggressive (sic) can’t be made with these natives. Any Basutoland news ? Rivers full. Can’t go to Tina yet. Handed in at Qumbu, 12 noon. Received at Cape Town, 1 p.m., 12th October, 1880. L No. 102. j Copy.—Telegram. J Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Hope, Resident Magistrate, Qumbu. 12 th October, 1880. Glad to hear of the improved state of feeling in the people about you. With yours and W elsh’s people safe there need be no fear of a movement 60 upon the rebels, and the sooner they are attacked in force the better. What I should object to is using only a small force and risking defeat. Baker’s men, with the others that Brownlee can now command, should sweep them out of the country, and peace be at once restored. Brownlee has the authority necessary for maintaining order, and hope he will use it; he has lorce equal to any work to be done. Clarke awaiting men’s arrival, expects hot work from large force of enemy. Tell Umhlonhlo that I am glad to find that he is on the side of order aud is proving himself a wise man. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. [ No. 103. ] Copy.—No. A. 55 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. 12 th October, 1880. Hope is at Thomson’s. Has 600 men with him. He is not certain o some of them ; wishes lor a few Europeans to give confidence. I canno help him. Is there any possibility of your sending any ? Handed in at Kokstad, 5’0. Beceived at Cape Town, 5’35 p.m. [ No. 104. ] Copy—No. A. 59 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. Hope returns to Qumbu to-day. Has left men of Umhlonhlo on Basuto border. Has detached some Basutos from rebels, wishes for Europeans to assist him. Have authorised him to engage any who may volunteer. Umhlonhlo volunteers to attack Basutos on condition of obtaining captured stock of rebels. His action with Hope invaluable to us ; other tribes will be influenced by him. We should deal liberally with him. The emergency requires our consenting to the proposal, and the thanks of Government should be sent to Hope and Umhlonhlo. Handed in at Kokstad, 7‘0 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 8'0 p.m., 13th October, 1880.J [ No. 105. J C o]3y.—T elegram.] Secretary for Native Affairs to Chief Magistrate, Butterworth. 12th October, 1880. It is important that the guns and ammunition should go on as soon as possible to Elliot. If you do not hear of the wagon with those from King William’s Town, you must send on a supply from yours, and detain those 61 on way. See to this, as important movements depend on this.. See to the condition of the oxen, and it poor and jaded, employ others, with orders to hurry. Nothing from Basutoland. The Commandant-General awaiting Ins fresh men, who are moving up quickly. ’ ° (Signed) W. AYLIFF. [ t No. 106. ] Copy.] Telegram from Harris, Butterworth, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. 14th October, 1880. No tidings of wagon with guns for Umtata. I have secured a wagon and oxen, and am sending guns from Nthlambi, and ammunition from Ibeka, with all possible dispatch. Handed in at Butterworth. Received at Cape Town 12'26 p.m. [ No. 107. ] Copy.—No. 555 | 80.j Office of the Chief Magistrate of Tembuland, Umtata, 12th October, 1880. The Under Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sir, —Herewith I have the honour to transmit copies of reports from the Resident Magistrates of Engcobo and Southeyville. All other districts in this territory are reported quiet. I have. &c., (Signed) H. T. ELLIOT, Chief Magistrate. Tembuland. [ Annexuee in No. 107. ] Copy.—No. 407.] Office of the Resident Magistrate, Sourhcyvillo, 5th October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. Sir, —I have the honour to report for the information of the Govern¬ ment, that since forwarding my letter of the 28th ultimo, I have heard numerous statements confirming my opinion that there is something seriously wrong politically, particularly with the Chiefs Stockwe and Sigungati. The first-named has withdrawn his order to remove the school people from his location. The latter hell an armed meeting last week and slaughtered an ox. The real object of the meeting I have been unable to discover. Sigungati has been telling his people that the Govern¬ ment intend sending patrols into the country to seize the guns that were hidden and arrest him. Having heard this, and knowing that he was trying to get up excitement, I sent to him to say I had heard these stories, and wished to 62 inform him that they were false. lie sent me a curt reply, and wished to know who told me ? 1 may state that Stockwe lias not been, and that Sigungati has given up a a ei\ tew guns. I quite believe, however, that if any of these chiefs rebelled, the mass ol the people would be on the side of Government, and the rebellion might be put down by the people of my district if the loyal people know that I have arms and ammunition. The loyal people are quite disarmed. Darala is, as usual, firm in his loyalty. I have, &c., (Signed) A true Copy : (Signed) Robert E. Waetene. CHARLES J. LEVEY, Resident Magistrate. Copy.—No. 351.] [ Annexuee in No. 107. ] Office of the Resident Magistrate, Engcobo, Gth October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Umtata. Sir,—1 have the honour to report that no change in the state of affairs since my last report is observable. There is no doubt all are inten ly watching movements in Basutoland, and much depends upon the issue of events there ; but as legards these people, still more depends upon the attitude of Gangelizwe. Except under his leadership, the Tembus, as a nation, will not in my opinion rebel. I have. Ac., (Signed) A true Copy : (Signed) Robert E. Wareene. W. E. STANFORD, Resident Magistrate. Copy.] [ No. 108. ] Office of the Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, 12th October, 1880. The Honourable the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sir, —Enclosed I have the honour to forward you reports of a patrol under Captain Usher. The weather for the last week has been exceedingly wet and cold, nevertheless the men employed on patrol duty, which has been constant, have endured the hardships and discomforts without a murmur. Captain Usher acted wisely in not attempting to attack the strong position held by the Basutos. I have, &c., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE, Chief Magistrate. 63 [ Annexure in No. 108. ] Copy.] Umzimvubu, lltli October, 1880. To Commandant Wylde, Commanding European Volunteers, Kokstad. Sir, — 1 have the honour to inform you that I have this day patrolled to the Umzimvubu .Drift as ordered, and find that the enemy are in such strong force that it is utterly useless to attempt anything with force under my command. In patrolling the country, the Griquas, who were on our left, report seeing about fifty spies, which seems to prove that our movements have been well watched since our departure from Kokstad. They also report that the enemy have burnt Van Dyk’s house to-day. I find that there are spies on all the kopjes round the Umzimvubu. On nearing the drift I observed spies on a small kopje near the drift, and about 150 men assembled at Mahauliskop Drift, about three miles up the river. On account of being seen at such a distance the enemy crossed the drift and assembled in great force on all the ridges, numbering, I should say, about 500 men. We patrolled to within 1,200 yards of the enemy, when I found it would be losing men to attack them, I therefore returned and took up a position on a strong ridge about 1,500 yards off them, and awaited the attack ; they finding our position was rather too good retired again across the drift. The enemy skirmished out in good style, and were well generalled in every way, and tried their best to draw us on to the kopje close to the drift where they had a strong force assembled ; fortunately we saw the 150 men coming from Mahauli’s Kopje to attack on our right flank, and then we saw the trap that had been laid for us. I have, &c., (Signed) H. USHER, Captain commanding Usher’s Rangers. P.S.—Unless immediate steps are taken, all the farmers’ houses will be burnt in the neighbourhood. (Signed) H. USHER. Copy.] [ Annexure in No. 108. ] Head-quarters Office, Abalondolozi Regiment, Kokstad, 12th October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand. Sir, — I have the honour to enclose herewith, copy of a report of I lie 11th instant, from Captain Usher, who proceeded in the direction of the Umzimvubu with a view to patrolling the country in that direction. From it you will observe that the enemy are in force in a strong position, and with our present weak strength and insufficient arms, I consider he is quite justified in acting as he has done. I have directed him not to return to Kokstad, but to form camp in the neighbourhood of Umzimvubu, and by patrolling and scouting to check any advance upon Kokstad, and to delay any attack until we are reinforced and can make all secure here. I have ordered Captain Tonnesen and Lieutenant Sigengan with one hun¬ dred well armed natives, be reinforce Usher. I would draw your 64 attention to the valuable services rendered by Captain Usher and the European volunteers, who in very inclement, weather, before any organi¬ zation could take place, and with no equipage, have now done several very irksome patrols. I have, &c., (Signed) D. STRACHAN, Commandant Commanding. [ No. 109. ] Copy.—A. 56 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Just received intelligence that small camp of forty men on Vinyani ’ near Umzimvubu, are pressed by Basutos ; three Europeans and Griquas in it; natives around temporizing and not assisting camp ; aid solicited, am unable to grant it but am arranging an advance to cover position. Have telegraphed to Blenkins to send 100 Bacas to rescue. News from Upper Zimkulu that Walker and Garner had to retire before Basutos ; thirty-eight footmen from Natal side missing, but believe have crossed over to Natal side. Arms not yet arrived at Durban but expect 500 from Natal Govern¬ ment in two days, with ammunition and the arrival of Baker’s Horse. We have men enough to cope with the Basutos on this side of mountain but have no force to meet Pondos should they rise. Frontier Pondos, evidently with concurrence of Umquikela, pushing Xesibes, who have had to fall back. Continuation of this action may lead to open rupture at any moment. vVe have nothing to meet such emergency. Thomson and Hope urgently require assistance of Europeans to maintain order and give confidence to their people. Can you help them from Dordrecht or Queen’s Town. We must not attach too much importance to favourable indications ; our true position can only be known after we have commenced active operations. Handed in at Kokstad, 12*0 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 1*45 p.m., 13th October, 1880. | No. 110. ] Copy.] Telegram from Secretary for Native Affairs to Brownlee, Chief Magistrate, Kokstad. 13th October, 1880. Am afraid small parties of your men moving about, will get into trouble, and encourage the rebels. Don’t allow this, rather hold on till arrival and muster of larger forces. Have sent to Barkly men to try and send party to Thomson, if only for few days. They were last heard of at the head of Telle, and if about there, can soon get to his help. Rebels attacked Maseru at night and set fire to some of the buildings about the camp ; left rive dead. Colonel Clarke appears waiting for his forces. Hear nothing of Welsh and his people. Hope Umditshwa is right. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. 65 [ No. 111. ] Copy.] Telegram from Welsh, Resident Magistrate, Tsolo, to. Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Good representative meeting to-day, though Umditshwa not present, reported ill. Three of his sons and chief councillors present. Hope and T gave news. Hope delivered message from Umhlonhlo to Umditshwa, to the effect that they should now sink minor differences, and stand shoulder to shoulder as Government men. Umhlonhlo’s specila messenger, Makaubunga, endorsed what Hope said. Councillors thanked, but said they could say nothing as chief not present. Owing to Umditshwa’s absence did not call upon Pondomise to furnish contingent for active service, though from tone of meeting think there will be no difficulty. Handed in at Qumbu at 12 p.m. Received in Cape Town at 2’39 p.m., 14th October, 1880. [ No. 112. ] Copy.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Strachan left for Umzimvubu this morning with sixty Baker’s men, smart looking fellows and well mounted, fifty other Europeans, and five hundred natives, to menace rebels’ camp. Very wet and cold, and rivers swollen. Garner in Umzimkulupatrolling and driving out Basuto marauders. Welsh had satisfactory meeting with his people, who are quiet. Liefeldt rallying Hlubis. Nothing fresh from Pondoland. Arms from Natal Govern¬ ment delayed by wet. Please hurry on Von Linsingen if mounted men sent from East London should go to Thomson via Umtata. Where is Fuller? Good commissariat officer urgently required. Matters unchanged. Handed in at Kokstad at 3 p.m. Received in Cape Town at 4*26 p.m., 14th October, 1880. [ No. 113. ] Copy.] Telegram from Secretary uf Native Affairs to Hon. C. Brownlee, Kokstad. 14th October, 1880. Resolution of House of Assembly debars captors of stock from retain¬ ing them. There can therefore be no order given antagonistic to that resolution, but you are at liberty to enter into an arrangement with Umhlonhlo whereby, in return for the services of his men in the field, he will be paid not in money but by one-half of the cattle captured by him, the other half to go to the Government. If you think, on grave considera¬ tion, that the half is not sufficient, you may enter into the best arrangement you can. The services of Umhlonhlo ought not to be lost just now. Am pushing on your guns for Thomson as fast as can be, and hope that your supply via Natal may soon be to hand for placing in hands of men [A. 35—’81.] f 66 ■who know how to use them. You may tell Umhlonhlo that the Govern¬ ment appreciates fully the value of the services he is rendering-just now, and accepts it as proof of fidelity. Hope is doing- well, and has evidently got complete control over a man who but for this would as likely have been against you. Clarke has evidently to make preparations for a big- fight on entering- Mafeteng, and it seems that a large force is concentrated there to oppose him. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. L No. 114. ] Copy.—A. 96 j 80, N.A.O. Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. Have wired to Hope regarding your decision on Umhlonhlo’s proposal, and thought with a little tact might induce him to yield to your proposal. Hope wires strongly against it, and proposes in addition that 2s. per diem should be paid to mounted men. Will wire again to ask Hope to endeavour to obtain modified terms of your proposal, and trust he will succeed, but Umhlonhlo’s action so important in influencing- others we should not (sic) if better terms cannot be (sic) be obtained. Liefeldt writes gloomily, country devastated and grain taken by Basutos. Am trying to send pack oxen with grain. He says disaffection is spreading. Straclian’s advance will inspire confidence. Have had almost continuous rain for ten days ; hard on men without tents or firewood. Arms delayed by wet. Nothing new. Handed in at Kokstad, 3 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 4*20 p.m., 15th October, 1880. [ No. 115. ] Copy.—Tele gram.] Hope, Qumbu, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. If resolution re capture is enforced here, you may baulk Umhlonhlo. I have worked hard and risked my life to prevent general rising- ef Bathlokwa, and probably many others, and succeeded so far — why stop me for the sake of a few cattle, when you have no other means of saving life and property here, than those I have provided ; the situation is still so critical, that although we have gained ten days a feather might turn the scale. I must have authority to enrol black volunteers at 2s. per diem per mounted man, since white ones are not forthcoming, and will make best terms for you re cattle that I can claim as a chief, a large share, which you may have. Reply urgently requested ; if Umhlonhlo withdraw now, cannot answer for consequences. Handed in at Qumbu at 10 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 11*8 a.m., October 15th, 1880. 67 [ No. 116. 1 Copy.—Telegram.] Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Capo Town. Have directed Hope to make best terms lie can with Umhlonhlo ; wo must secure him ; if teims are opposed to resolution of House, I will bear the blame. Strachan had brush with rebels yesterday afternoon, but could not get at them as Umzimvubu is impassable. One of Baker’s men wounded and horse shot. Strachan will try to cross to-day, but with the increased rains, think this is not possible. Rebels in large iron-roofed house, strong and well fortified.. Our men weary with delay and discom¬ fort, anxious to go forward. Rondos unsettled, say they have nothing to do with Basutos, will not join them. Do not wish to fight against Gov¬ ernment, but are determined to expel Xesibis, many of whom are alread}^ driven from their kraals and their grain taken. Have directed Read, if possible, to prevent collision, and stand simply on defensive, as it will not do to have Pondo difficulty on our hands till we have driven rebels over mountain. If Pondos attack us, and we have to. deal with them alone, they will be quietly disposed of, as much disunion prevails among them. We have now about twelve hundred men enrolled here, including three hundred and sixty Griquas, who appear now to be thoroughly with us; expense is large, but large expenditure in beginning will be great saving in the end. Handed in at Kokstadt 12 p.m. Received at Cape Town 1245 p.m., October loth, 1880. [ No. 117. ] Copy.—T el egra m.] Secretary for Native Affairs to H. Hope, Resident Magistrate, Qumbu. 15th October, 1880. Have given Brownlee authority to deal with Umhlonhlo as he thinks the circumstances of the country will justify; get your authority from Brownlee for volunteers and pay ; he will deal with your men as he is doing with his own. We realize fully the value of the service that you are rendering with Umhlonhlo, and how necessary too it is to keep him on our side, and have given Brownlee all the power he can require. Oxland reports unsettled state with Pondos under ITmqikelaand Nquiliso, and that likely that Gwadiso. Kreli, and Umditshwa, will combine in attack on Qwileso. If true, this will embarass Umhlonhlo and prevent him going out; you will enquire. (Signed) W. AYL1FF. [ No. 118. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Chief Magistrate, Umtata, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. In the event of Hope going into the field, he wishes to have the assis¬ tance of Messrs. Henman and Warrene. I have no objection to this, provided I have your athorifcy to engage temporary substitutes ; both these gentlemen have had some experience with colonial forces. Handed in at Umtata, DO p.m. Received at Cape Town, 2'46 p.m., October 14th, 1880. f2 68 [ No. 119. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Elliot, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. In re your telegram just received. 1 had filled Warrene’s place previous to receipt. Stanford proposes to enrol Europeans at Slangriver and district. If guns now on way here, go on to Thomson, it will leave Umtata entirely without if there should be fighting between Nquiliso’s people and others. I think there ought to be a force to guard Umtata river, otherwise enemy might follow. Edye has applied for one hundred and fifty guns with ammunition for use of Europeans at St. John’s, and traders in Pondoland, who might fall back for protection. I think a less number would meet all probable requirements ; have not yet had answer from Nquiliso in re reported contemplated attack on him. All quiet on this border. Handed in at Umtata, 2-35 p.m. Received at Capo Town. 3’0 p.m., October 16th, 1880. [ No. 120. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Secretary for Native Affairs to Major Elliot, Umtata. 16th October, 1880. If you can employ Heathcole during absence of your clerks temporarily do so. Nesbitt from Barkly, has been ordered to patrol down to Thomson’s with the force ho has in the field, at the pass above the source of the Telle. Where does Stanford propose getting the Europeans from ? Inform me of this and you will have reply. Supply of guns sent to Levey will serve Stanford, and those on way to you should go part to Thomson. [ No. 121. ] Copy.—No. 92 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, to Secretary for Native Affairs. Referring to my telegram of the 16th, and your reply thereto, Stanford, by express this morning, impresses the advisability ot enrolling Europeans without delay, as things are looking worse in his district. He is having- wall erected for protection of court-house. Kreli reported to be again in¬ triguing. Natives impute intentions of treachery on part of Umhlonhlo. Thomson advises, in telegram just received, that supplies of guns and ammunition, for his and Welsh’s districts, should be sent via Dordrecht or Barkly, he having received reliable intimation that natives will attempt seizure. Two hundred guns and ammunition for Butter worth went for¬ ward to Hope Thursday, under escort of twenty men Transkeian Militia. Stanford is entirely without arms, as is this place. Nothing has been heard of five hundred guns, reported to be en route for Umtata from King- William’s Town. Handed in at Umtata 11T2 p.m. Received at Cape Town 2'34 p in., 23rd Ociober, 1880. 69 I - No. 122. ] Telegram from Hope, Resident Magistrate, Qumbu, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. I beg of yon to meet me at wire any time you appoint. Handed in at Qumbu 11*20 a.m. Received in Cape Town, 12*29 p.m. 15th October, 1880. [No. 123. ] Copy.] Telegraphic Conversation between the Secretary for Native Affairs and Resident Magistrate, Qumbu. 5 p.m., 15th October, 1880. Secretary for Native Affairs :—What can I do for you ? Resident Magistrate, Qumbu.—Many thanks for your coming. 1 have asked you to come in order that I may quite (know?) mv position, and also put you in possession of facis as they are here. There being no European force in field or available in any short time, it is most, essential that we should haveauth rity here when once wo take an active part in quelling the spread of the rebellion on this side of the Drakensberg, that we should be able to go straight ahead, knowing that we will be backed up by Govern¬ ment. Improbable that (as it may seem?) Umhlonhlo’s influence amongst tribes extends from Bashee° to his military reputation, 0 and the action he has taken has surprised all and checked a great many. All this I will explain afterwards to your satisfaction. Oxland has not got the whole of the combinations. Kreli and Rigau are not unanimous in modus operanai. I don’t think Umditsliwa is in it with them at present; he will take his cue from Umhlonhlo, circum¬ stances having arisen to modify the previous animosity between them. Moni’s feebleness has hitherto prevented any active demonstration on part of the Gcalekas ; the poverty of the Bomvanas having also prevented them from being in a position to do much ; but the inclination is there. Pondos, both east and west, would like to take advantage of excitement to further their own individual ends. Bacas are staunch, but have little confidence in their own powers, and are suspicious of Umhlonhlo, whose reputation you are aware of. Hlubis are scared and some of them uncertain. Umhlonhlo’s action has had the result you know of, but he urges upon me that, unless the Government asserts itself by placing a strong European force in the country, a reaction is likely to set in, even after the Basutos at Matatiele have been polished off. Blenkins is here, and agrees with me, that no large force of Bacas can be taken out of the district while there is any risk of Pondos invading them. Umhlonhlo, reckless as usual, would rush with the majority of his people wherever he saw a chance of a fight or loot. I hesitate, therefore, to raise the war spirit to too high a pressure until I know that, at any rate, suffi¬ cient Europeans can be placed in this division to garrison the several Residencies ; as, if once the flood-gates are opened, the stream may turn in any direction ; but in order to prevent a oooling down of Umhlonhlo, and the possible reaction upon the neighbouring tribes, I must take him into the lield at any price, much against my inclination. Mr. Brownlee's * Breaks in the telegram. 70 operations must, of necessity, be independent of mine, and vice versa, until we effect a junction. Therefore, as 1 believe that what I have said, is the actual state of the case, 1 trust that Government will believe that the safest and most economical plan will be to allow me, with Mr. Brownlee’s consent, to make the best arrangements in my power when the right time comes to move.— (Wire interrupted). [ No. 123a. ] Copy—T elegram.] Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Resident Magistrate, Qumbu. 15th October, 1880. With the country in the condition reported by Oxland and confirmed by you, it would be imprudent to attempt taking all Umhlonhlo’s men into the lield, but it is desirable that whatever force goes with you Umlilonhlo himself should accompany it, as you know European force is ordered down from Barkly to Thomson, where they will be in a short time. Mr. Brownlee has been instructed to use whatever authority he considers necessary in getting out forces for the suppression of the rebellion, and you may apply to him for any instructions necessary for your guidance. You will find it best in the interests of all to keep in constant communication with Mr. Brownlee, and as much as possible work under his direction. This will prevent any confusion, and facilitate simultaneous action. This is impor¬ tant. Elliot has instructions to hurry up the guns and ammunition which are on the way from Butterworth and Ibeka. Glad yon do not think the combination of native tribes feared by Oxland is so formidable. I agree generally with you in your views relative to the people about you, and think great prudence needful in all your movements. Report fully to Government on all matters as they happen. [ No. 124. ] Copy.—No. A. 74 | SO. N.A.O.] Telegram from Hope, Qumbu, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Wire broken before I finished yesterday. Am acting in all matters under direct instructions from my superior officer, Mr. Brownlee, doing all I can to assist him, and always will ; had no wish to do otherwise. Had wire not broken you would have seen this at end of message. Handed in at Qumbu at 8T5 a.m., 16th October, 1380. Received at Cape Town, 8'42 a.m. [ No. 125. ] c°py-'J Telegram from Secretary for Native Affairs to Hon. Brownlee, Kokstad. 15th October, 1880. Not sending Von Linsingen, the Commandant-General thinking it undesirable, Baker and Strachan being there. Know nothing of Fuller, but suppose he will go to you from King William’s Town. Men from Barkly have been ordered down to Thomson, and hope they will move 71 down shortly, guns being hurried on from Buttenvorth for Thomson. Elliot will forward them. Oxland reports things unsettled, and fears that Nqikela, Kreli, Seyoyo, Umditshwa, and Gwadiso are combining against Umquiliso, but nothing positive. Glad you think well of Natal men, and that you appear more hopeful. Nothing fresh from Basutoland. Clarke awaiting his forces before attacking. (Signed) W. AVLIFF. [ No. 126. ] Copy.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Am sorry you are not sending Von Linsingen. He would make an excellent commander, and all would serve willingly under him. Let us have him if you can. Please hurry Fuller up. He is very much required. Handed in at Kokstad, 12 p.m. Received in Cape Town, 12 32 p.m., 16th October, 1880. [ No. 127. J Copy.—No. A 72 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Harries (Chief Clerk and Accountant to Chief Magistrate, Transkei), Buttenvorth, to Under Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Friday morning.—Guns and ammunition ready. Escort waiting. A good wagon hired yesterday, but not here, though expected. Roads very bad after rains. People ploughing. Oxen for relay difficult to obtain, and fear I cannot get second wagon. Will send as many guns, Ac., as wagon will carry and do my best. No loose powder anywhere. Will telegraph to Idutywa for Resident Magistrate to help wagon. All well and quiet. Handed in at Butterworth, 5T0 p.m. Received in Cape Town, 7 33 p.m., 15th October, 1880. [ No. 128. ] Copy.—A 70 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Walter Stanford reports, in confidential just received, that Tyali is sending women and children into this district. This he considers implies that the men if pressed will do the same also ; that he hears disaffected men in Levey’s district have arranged to join Tyali’s people in the vicinity of Maxonga’s Hoek, which as you are aware is a very rugged country. Stanford proposes to enrol and arm Europeans to patrol this side of the mountain, communicating with Thomson’s people, and combining if neces¬ sary to prevent enemy making a lodgment. I think this a good sugges- tion. If this is approved arms and ammunition could be supplied Stanford when those en route reach me. Pangelle, who occupies Maxonga’s Hook, the chief who was deprived of his pension some time back, is the only chief in Stanford’s district of those present at recent meeting at Slang River, who declared unhesitatingly his determination to stand by Govern¬ ment. Handed in at Umtata, 3-30 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 4 - 40 p.m., 15th October, 1880. [ No. 129. ] Copy.—A 78 | 80, N.A.O.J Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Report from Strachan who took fortified position of rebels at Umzim- vubu Drift. Rebels gone to Matatiele where they occupy very strong- position. Strachan unable to follow up success ; doing all possible to hurry on arms. When Matatiele is taken rebels will easily be driven over mountain, when all will be straight on this side and we will have to guard only against marauders, and expense greatly reduced, keeping only best men for action over mountain and few for patrols, guard and keeping open communication. Handed in at Kokstad, 12 noon. Received at Cape Town, 12-46 p.m., 18th October, 1880. [ No. 130. ] Copy.—No. A. 80 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Butterworth, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Supply of rifles and ammunition have been sent on to Umtata, all that can possibly be spared. Wagon with arms for Umtata not heard of. Very desirable that a supply of rifles, also loose powder and lead, be sent here at once. District defenceless without arms. All perfectly quiet in district. Fine rains. Natives ploughing largely. Handed in at Butterworth, 3 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 5 - 20 p.m., 18th October, 1880. Copy.—No. 83.] [ No. 131. ] Telegram from Hope, Qumbu, to Secretary for Native Affairs. Have all along been warned that Umhlonhlo meant treachery. Got letter this morning from Rev. Stephen Adonis, that meeting had been all along intended, and on a certain day carried out. Umhlonhlo sent this morning to say he will meet me to-morrow on road to Rutter’s with about 500. I take up all from this side, and we are to march against rebels. 73 Davis, Herman, and Warrene, though I offered to relieve them from risk, resolved to go. All depends upon this one throw, but the game must now be played out to the. end. Muhlenbeck and 60 men from Barkly at Thomson’s to-day. “ Fondo-Umditshwa ” bother I think shelved for the present. Davis, &c., go willingly and pluckily. Handed in at Qumbu, 12*3 p.m., 19th October, 188). [ No, 132. ] Copy.—No. A. 84 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. Pondo matters are doubtful Army has been ordered to Umquikela’s to be charmed, their destination not known. It may be as Oxland imagines, to attack Nquiliso, but I think it more likely to attack Xesibis. Pondos oponly avow their determination to expel Xesibis. When Strachau has made iiis next move and expelled Basutos from strong position at Matatiele, we may detach 200 men to protect Read, and assist to repel invasion. We have now no lack of men I have had to turn a number back; including Hope’s men we have now nearly three thousand under arms. When the rebels are cleared out from this side, our force can be greatly reduced, and only the most efficient men retained to work over the mountain. The great expenditure is causing me much anxiety, but it has restored confidence and stopped spread of rebellion; expect to-day first instalment of arms from Natal Government, they will be hurried on io Strachan who will advance on receipt of them; after Matatiele, there is no position, I think, which rebels will hold on this side^of mountain. Baker not up yet; if we had Von Linsingen, Strachan could be detached to Pondo border, where he could exercise great influence, politically as well as in military capacity. It is important to keep Pondos quiet till wc have settled with rebels. Handed in at Kokstad, 12’0 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 1*45 p.m., 19th October, 1880. [ No. 133. ] Copy—No. 385.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, Kokstad, 19th October, 1880. The Hon. the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sir,—E nclosed I have the honour to forward for your perusal a portion of the correspondence (annexed A to K) which has passed in reference to our movements here, and as I have from day to day, by wire, kept you informed of the progress of events, I have little to add to my last week’s report. Our prospects to all appearances are greatly improved, and the crisis appears now to have passed over, and that on this side we will have only the rebels to contend against; but a few days back it was impossible to say, who might have been opposed to us, and even now we are unable to speak with any certainty, till the various chiefs have been committed to a certain course, and until this has taken place, any unforeseen or even trivial circumstance may change the whole aspect of affairs. 74 The great difficulty against ■which we have had to contend has been the want of arms and ammunition, which has compelled us to stand almost on the defensive, but seeing the importance of an offensive move, I directed Mr. Strachan with his badly armed men to advance on the Umzimvubu Drift, which he did, and drove the rebels from their position, but is unable to follow up his advantage. This evening we are receiving the first instalment of arms, which left Maritzburg about ten days since, for which I had to send carriers, as the wagons, in consequence of the heavy rains, would not have arrived here for four days longer. The arms sent from East London left Camperdown yesterday, and may be here in ten days time, but I am sending on what have now arrived, and what we expect during the night together with the rocket tube and apparatus and the nine-pounder gun and in a weeks time; after Commandant Strachan receives these arms, I believe the rebels will be cleared out of this side of the mountains. Including 500 men that Hope purposes to take from Umhlonhlo’s, and 250 that Liefeldt has raised from among the disorganised and panic-stricken Hlubis, our force is now about 3,000 men, but of this force there are only eighty Europeans in the field ; and about 800 of these men are what Mr. Garner raised in the Umzimkulu district, to stop the marauding of the rebels, who had devastated the upper portion of this division from the Umzimkulu to the borders of Natal. The expense for pay and feeding this large force is heavy, but it is better that at the outset we should have a large force in the field, and at once restore order, than to have a small force which might be regarded as a sign of weakness, and take two or three months to accomplish a work which might have been done in one. In my report of April lasr, I believed that the Lepiyanis would stand by us, the Headmen Ramalilazwana, Siti, and Marthinus, did all in their power to keep their people loyal, but without effect, and now stand almost alone. 1 also believed that Lebenya’s tribe would be on our side ; they have gone over to the rebels, and Lebenya has probably not more than 100 men standing by him on the side of the Government. Sympathy with the Basutos has been general among the various tribes, and had it not been for the immense influence of Mr. Strachan, who was followed into the field by almost every able-bodied man in the Umzimkulu District, our position now would be most critical, and many who are now on our side, would either from inclination or from necessity, have been on the other. Mr. Hope’s action also in going out with Umhlonhlo, an impulsive and uncertain man, cannot be too highly spoken of, for in this move Mr. Hope incurred most serious risks. Umhlonhlo, though he has openly declared for us, is not yet committed, as he has thus far taken no action against the rebels; still I am disposed to trust him. Nothing can be said for or against Umditchwa, he remains passive, and will be influenced by the course taken by Umhlonhlo, and by our action in the next few days. Makaula and Jojo remain faithful, and nothing but the direct necessity would induce them to change their course. Some of the Hlubis, in order to save their lives and property, have gone over to the rebels, and more w T ould have followed but for Mr. Strachan’s advance to the Umzimvubu ; and with the further advance which he will be able to make in about three days, I think we need apprehend no further defection, and our large force can then be reduced to any extent the Government may think fit; and as far as we on this side are concerned it would be necessary only to keep up a force of about 500 men, to patrol the country and keep it clear of Basuto marauders till peace is restored. In Pondoland, to all appearances, matters are quiet; the Pondo chiefs say ihey have nothing to do with the Basutos, but have their own quarrel 75 with the Government; that they do not desire to take up arms against Government, but are determined to have possession of the land which Government took from them, and expel the Xesibes from it ; and about fourteen days since took the first step in firs direction by expelling a number of Xesibes from their kraals, and carrying off all their grain. Um- quikela publicly expresses his disapproval of these aggressions, but it is said that privately he approves of them, at any rate ho has taken no steps to prevent them, and has never punished the aggressors. I heard to-day from apparently a good authority, that the Pondos had been ordered to Umquikela’s to be charmed, but whether the charming was for the purpose of sending the army against Nquiliso or against the Xesibes is not known. A report has been in circulation that the Xesibes have recently made some aggressions on the Pondos. I have endeavoured to trace this, and have instructed Mr. Read to make inquiry into the matter, but he has not been able to obtain any information, though he has sent to Diko, on whose people the aggression has said to have been made. I have, Ac., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE, Chief Magistrate. [ Annexure A in No. 133. J Copy.] 16th October, 1880. My dear Mr. Brownlee, —1 am sending a force to-night to attack Kashuli and remain here to protect the drift. 1 will not move into Matatielo until the guns arrive, as it would be folly moving with a lot of unarmed men. Hope and Blenkins should begin moving up; and we can open communication with them and others, and make a general move at the same time. Yours truly, (Signed) D. STRACHAN. [ Annexure B in No. 133. ] Copy.—1,521).] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, 16th October, 1880. Commandant Strachan, Umzimvubu. Sir,— I have the honour to acknowledge your note ot this date, apply¬ ing for ammunition, and informing me of your proposed movements, in which 1 entirely concur. If you occupy the drift and dislodge the rebels, this, with want of arms and ammunition, and without supplies, is all that you can at present do. I approve of your proposal to send a force to attack Kashuli, as such a force would co-operate with Messrs. Walker and Garner, to whom 1, this morning, wired to advance and attack Kashuli's camp. 1 will wire your movements to them, and will also wire to Blenkins and Hope to send off a message to Liefeldt. I am sending you off live or six boxes of ammunition in my own cart, and will dispatch the remainder as speedily as possible by any conveyance that may be obtained. (Signed) C. BROWNLEE. 76 f Annexure C in No. 133. ] Copy.] Yon Meyer’s Drift, Sunday morning, 17th October, 1880. Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand. Sir, —I have the honour to furnish you with the following details of the engagement reported to you yesterday. In the morning I allowed a party of Europeans with a few natives to cross the river for the purpose of planting a flag at Yon Meyer’s, at the same time stationing a covering- party on the hills this side, overlooking the river. After planting the flag the party divided, some going in the direction of Van Bossinger’s, the others to Van der Yalt’s farm, the former place the rebels had vacated, and gone to the ridge overlooking Cedarville ; a few of the rebels advanced to meet our men but were driven back, at the latter place the rebels were in strong force with their horses grazing- in the veldt; they, however, lost no time in saddlinguo, and made an attempt to cut off our men, but our men on the left., seeing this, directed their fire to them, causing them to swerve, and make an attempt to sweep round the hill at the river below VonMeyer’s, but a party of the Abalondolozi, stationed on the hill this side, by well-sustained volleys, drove them back. A large party of mounted rebels then poured down upon our men about Von Bossinger’s, but they retired quietly, firing- all the way. During all this time we were busily employed in ferrying our men across the river, ten at a time, and when we were sufficiently strong, the Abalondolozi men charged the ridge about Yon Bossinger’s, where the rebels had remained mounted, and drove them from ridge to ridge on to the flats, the party at Van der Yalt’s doing the same. The rebels then formed up on the flats, about a mile and a half from us, and remained watching ; after about an hour, they went off in the direction of Sibis. We were unable to attack them on the flats as we had no mounted men, whereas the rebels were well mounted. The rebels apparently did not expect an attack from us, for they had at the last ridge overlooking Cedarville, slaughtered and half skinned a number of cattle, which were taken possession of by our men, and cooked at the fires prepared by the rebels, who had taken quantities of wood, timber, &e., from Yon Meyer’s. We only found one dead body, but several of the rebels were seen to reel in the saddle and fall, their horses galloping- about rider¬ less, and there is no doubt that many men as well as hoses were wounded. Our forces have occupied the high hills and ridges across the river. The attack was done on foot, as we did not care to cross the horses ; the rebels are very well mounted, and firing at long ranges. I have applied for the cannon, and would also wish that the rocket apparatus may be sent out. In making this application I have fully taken into consideration the safety of Kokstad, which I believe to be undoubted. I have, &c., (Signed) D. STRACHAN, Commandant Commanding Forces. Copy.—1531. j [ Annexure D in No. 133. ! Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, 18th October, 1880. Commandant Steachan, Umzimvubu. Sir,—I have the honour, with thanks, to acknowledge the report of yesterday’s date, giving an account of your engagement with the rebels on 77 the 16th inst., which resulted in their being driven from the advance post, which had been abandoned by ns, and the mere holding of which by them gave them great power and influence among the adjoining tribes. The effect, therefore, of their being driven back will have great influence in giving confidence to those who saw no prospect of help, and who, to pur¬ chase present safety, comtemplated joining the rebels. Already your advance to the Umzimvubu has inspired confidence ; and yesterday I received a report from Mr. Liefeldt, couched in the most cheerful terms; for up to this time Mr. Liefeldt has written in the most gloomy terms re¬ porting the spread of disaffection among the tribes. This has now happily ceased ; and Mr. Liefeldt was advancing to your flank with two hundred and fifty men, and I trust by this time has opened up communication with you. With reference to the gun and rocket apparatus, I may state that we are unable to send them, as it would be necessary to send a strong guard with them, which we are unable to furnish, as amongst the Europeans we have only forty guns ; we can, therefore, not weaken the garrison by de¬ taching any of them. The Griquas are wholly unarmed, and we are sending fifty of them and fifty of the JNative Contingent to bring up guns from Quick’s, when they arrive there. Heard by wire from Mr. Balston, received last night. It appears that the arms were then only at Exopo, whither he had sent carriers to bring on guns. In the meanwhile we will make every necessary arrange¬ ment for transport, and getting such men as we can who can work the guns and rocket apparatus, for which you should send an escort. The delay in sending the guns will not delay your advance, as with your badly armed men and want of supplies, 1 do not think that the delay in sending the guns will delay your movements. I attach the utmost importance to your advancing and taking possession of Matatiele, this would effectually cover the Hlubis, and would in addition have the moral effect of our not only recovering what we had lost, but taking the first strong position of the rebels. This would complete the confidence which now already sets in, in consequence of your advance ; but desirable as the effect is, I do not see that you can make a further advance under preseut circumstances. As I told you when we parted at Kokstad, I had thai confidence in your judg¬ ment and ability, and with the assurance that you would be the best judge of what should be done, I would not hamper you with instructions ; at he same time I should be glad if you would have the goodness to furnish me from time to time with the plans of your operations, which at present I can only conjecture. I presume that when you advance you will leave a sufficient number of men at the drift to keep open communication, and to cover that part of the country from raids by the rebels from the mountains. (Signed) C. BROWNLEE. Copy.l [ Annexure E in No. 133. ~] Heights overlooking Von Meyer’s, This side Umzimvubu Drift, Friday afternoon, loth October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand. Sir, — I have the honuor to report that about two o’clock this afternoon, whilst off-saddled at Klopper’s farm, a report was brought to me from Captain Liefeldt, who had gone along the ridge leading down to the Umzim¬ vubu, that the rebels were in strong foicc at Von Meyer’s. I at once 78 ordered all forces to saddle up, and we went to join Captain Liefeldt, who. was with James’s and Sidoi’s men, we found that firing had already com¬ menced across the river, and the rebels were leaving Von Meyer’s. We advanced to the river, and opened fire on the rebels, who were occupying A on Bossinger’s houses, which appear to be well fortified, and the ridges around the place afford excellent cover ; the rebels returned the lire rapidly and are well armed with breech-loaders. The river is bank high ; an attempt was made to cross in the boat, but on its becoming swamped, wo had to give it up; attempting to cross at the drift also failed, and we returned upon the kopje where, we will encamp for the night. During the firing, Trooper Cherry, of Baker’s Horse, struck over the right eye by a spent bullet, and a horse of one of Sidoi’s men killed. There still appears to be a number of rebels occupying Von Bossinger’s house, and an attempt will be made to cross our forces in the morning. I have, &c., (Signed) D. STRACHAN, Commandant Commanding Forces. [ Annexurr F in No. 133. ] Copy.—1,523—Memo.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, 15th October, 1880. Commandant Strachan. Mr. Mnsterman has just come in with a message from Messrs. Garner and Walker, reporting capture of eight hundred cattle and horses from rebel Basutos, and asking for instructions. I thanked Messrs. Garner and Walker for service rendered, as this will have a beneficial influence on the aspect of affairs. 1 wish Messrs. Garner and Walker to consult together, and, if they are strong enough, to attack Kasbuli’s camp. This is a matter for their own decision, and they are to use every discretion to avoid disaster, and should they not think themselves strong enough, the best service they can perform is to patrol the country, to maintain and keep open communication with this side. With regard to the captured stock, the slaughter cattle may be sent to this for supply of meat tor the division ; cattle will bo taken over at a valuation. The Colonial Government have now established the rule that captured cattle shall not be appropriated to the captors, but are to be sold, and portions of the proceeds to be distributed to all men who take the field. As I understand from Mr. Masterman, that Mr. Walker wishes to be relieved of responsibility, the cattle may be handed over to Mr. Garner to be disposed of, b} 7 sale, without delay, Mr. Garner being responsible to Government for the proceeds. In conclusion, I would express my regret that Mr. Walker feels con¬ strained to return home, as he was the first man thought of for a command by Commandant Strachan, when the rebellion broke out, and I trust that he will yet be enabled to give the country his services. I have, &c., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE, Chief Magistrate. 79 [Annexure G in No. 133.] Copy.—No. 1517.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, 14th October, 1880. M. W. Liefeldt, Magistrate, Lupendi’s. Sir,—I have to thank yon for your note of yesterday’s date, in which you write rather gloomily. Keep up your spirits, and cheer up your men, who have now seen the worst. Commandant Strachan has moved out towards the drift with GOO men, and will either keep the rebels there so well employed in defending them¬ selves as to prevent any attack on you, or he may disperse them altogether. Thomson is at Mount Fletcher, organising the people there. Hope and Umhloiihlo have been out, and left a number of men about Rutter’s, and will return immediately to take active measures against the rebels. Maclean is moving from Palmietfontein towards Matatiele ; Blenkins is send¬ ing some men to your support, and if you will only hold hard for two or three days you will be able to make an advance. Buy whatever you may require in the way of supplies for feeding the men with you. From the Umzimkulu, Garner reports that he has swept the country, and is beating the rebels back, and is now working his way towards Kokstad. Thomson is in the worst position of all, aslie is at Mount Fletcher, with many rebels around him, and with few loyals, but I trust he will soon be supported by Europeans from the Colony, or strengthened by Hope, who has been ap¬ pointed Commandant by me. Wishing you every success in your work. (Signed) C. BROWNLEE. Copy.] [ Annexure H in No. 133. ] Office of the Resident Magistrate with Ludidi, Matatiele, 13th October, 1880. Hon. C. Brownlee, Esq., Chief Magistrate, Kokstad. Dear Mr Brownlee. —Thanks for your letter, but you overestimate the little I am doing, which is only my duty. The situation here is a little changed. I enrolled 200 men yesterday, and have them at three camps, and to-day am starting to enrol others and put a camp in the rear of our cattle, as disaffection is spreading rapidly in the Moonyane, and it is not improbable that we will in a day or two be attacked from all sides. The Hlubis are in excellent spirits, but the poor wretches are starving ; we cannot get mealies, and ihe cattle are down opposite Mtengwane, and we are trying to live on one head per day, between two hundred, but I will have two per diem as soon as I can purchase more. We can get no grain at any price, the rebels have removed all that was in Lupendi’s Location, and the little in Ludidi’s has been eaten by this time by poor refugees. There are still a large number of men, women, and children missino-, and I believe they must have been captured by the rebels. I have written to Mount Fletcher, but have not yet received any reply ; the rivers here are very full, and if the enemy are the same, they can cut us up at their leisure. We must make offensive movements soon, the longer we delay the worse it will be for us. We are now on the mountain near Lupendi’s, but if rebels force us, we will be obliged to fallback into Baca country, but this will be a bad move to the Bacas, as we will bring war into this country, and eat all their food. 80 Lockett of Moenyane will send you latest news from that part. Please send me some caps per return of bearer, T am very short of them. Again thanking you for what you have done. With kind regards to all, Yours very truly, (Signed) M. W. L1EFELDT, Resident Magistrate, Matatiele. [ Annexuee I in No. 133 ] Copy. | Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, 13th October, 1880. Dear Mr. Lockett,—I have received your letter, reporting what you are doing in the Moenyane. We are being reinforced by irregular forces from Natal, and in a few days we will be able to make a forward move. Things are looking much brighter now, and you will, I am sure, be able to hold your own, and all will go well. I have sent to Mr. Blenkins at Mount Frere to reinforce you with one hundred Bacas, and they will be hurried up immediately ; and with them, I am certain, you will be able to hold your own until the forward move is made, which will put you all in com¬ parative safety. Umhlonhlo has openly declared his loyalty, and Mr. Hope, the Magis¬ trate, is with him and six hundred natives on the Basuto flank. As regards commissariat arrangements, you can obtain whatever is absolutely necessaiy for provisioning the men you have. Keep up your spirits and everything will be safe when the forward move is made. (Signed) C. BROWNLEE. [ Annexure J in No. 133. 1 Copy.] Moenyane, Tuesday afternoon. Charles Brownlee, Esquire, Kokstad. Sir, —At the request of a number of Government supporters, here present, I write to ask your adcice and, if possible, your assistance. I wrote to Mr. Liefeldt til's morning, but hear he has changed his quarters, and that it is probable my messenger will not reach him; the men, therefore, insist upon my lading the case before your Honour. I will state it as briefly as possible, for the messenger has saddled up. Thinking to concentrate here, we tried yesterday afternoon to bring food from Mr. Nelson’s store. We could only command some trek oxen, and the wagon was obliged to outspan for the night close to the settlement of a man called Joubert ; this man is a brother-in-law of G. Gagloss, who joined the Basutos last week. This morning the Basutos carried off the wagon and also took every¬ thing from Mr. Nelson’s store ; we shall consequently very soon be short of actual necessaries. We are without arms and ammunition, but shall stay where we are until we have your Honour’s instructions, though as the Basutos are in force close by, we shall be lucky if we get over the night in safety. The men (about forty) are all staunch for the Government. The Bacas gave but lukewarm help this morning, when we tried to 81 retake our provisions ; in answer to the Basutos enquiry, they even avowed themselves to he on the rebel side. I nevertheless think that they'will side with the Government, if the Government shows any disposition to help themselves. The constant cry among- the people is that the Government are doing nothing. The position here should be a good one if we could keep it, being close to the Pondos, so that news could be sent should they break out; being so near to the Baca boundary should make it also a little safer for the cattle, &c. Anything you may suggest for our own benefit or for that of the Government shall be, if possible, carried out. The bearer, Adonis Herman, will explain matters more fully than I have time to spare to do. We shall anxiously await his return. I have, &c., (Signed) HERBERT LOCKETT. P.S.—I wrote to Mr. Liefeldt, asking what arrangements could be made about retaining these people. The duty (guards, piquets, &c.) is dis¬ charged regularly enough under Goscha, whom the men themselves appointed at my suggestion. Mr. Nelson, notwithstanding his loss, could arrange for food in the neighbourhood, but for such outlay lie would of course like some guarantee that the cost would eventually be borne by Government. After making this application to Mr. Liefeldt I should not make it to your Honour, but there is a great doubt, in the state of the surrounding country, about my messenger reaching Mr. Liefeldt. (Signed) Id. LOCKETT. [ Annexure K in No. 133. ] Copy.—No. 151G.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, 14th October, 1880. H. Lockett, Moenyane. Sir, —I have the honour to acknowledge the receipt of your letter to the Chief Magistrate, dated 13th instant. His instructions to you yesterday will have enabled you to purchase actual necessaries for the people. Mr. Liefeldt will be advancing shortly. Commandant Strachan has 700 men ready to operate ; Mr. Hope is out with ITmhlonhlo and 200 men, and Captain Maclean has been directed to come over with his Herschel contingent, and so make a rear movement. Thus, as you will see, things are beginning to look brighter. The Rev. Bezuidenhout has b«en allowed by the enemy to come to Kokstad, and is here. The Chief Magistrate thinks you cannot do better than hold together as long as possible till your help arrives ; keep the people as cheerful as you can. (Signed) C. BRISLEY. Commandant Griqua Contingent. | A. 35—81.1 G Copy.] 82 [ No. 134. ] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, Kohstad, 19th October, 1880. The Hon’ble the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sir, —Enclosed I have the honour to forward for confirmation of Government, the enclosed list of appointments made by me to the force now in the field and at Kokstad. We have now in various parts—including 500 men to be taken into the field bjf Mr. Hope—3,000 men, of whom 200 only are Europeans, of whom at present only 80 are in the field, including fifty of Baker’s Horse under Capt. Vetch. In about three weeks we will be able greatly to reduce this force, as by that time I trust all the rebels will be driven over to Drakensberg. As many of the best men as Government deemed necessary, could then be retained to pursue the rebels into their fastnesses, and to co-operate with the forces now in Basutoland, and to patrol this country to keep it free from marauders ; but at the present time and until we have taken decided action and gained substantial advantages over the rebels, I do not think we can reduce our force. I have, &c., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE, Chief Magistrate. [ Annexure in No. 134. ] GRIQUA CONTINGENT. List of Officers and Non-commissioned Officers. Commandant G. C. Brisley, 7th October, 1880. Sub-Commandant C. P. Watermeyer, 9th October, 1880. Captain W. Taylor, 7th October, 1880. Lieutenant and Paymaster J. Williams, lOtli October, 1880. Lieutenant and Adjutant J. Fortuin, 7th October, 1880. Lieutenants : Jan Jood, 7th October, 1880 5 Jan Bergover, 7th October, 1880. Sergeants : Piet Bezuidenliout, Philip Comer, Jafta Davids, Louw Pretorius, Hendrik Bezuidenhout, Piet Pienaar, Samson Marais, Nicholas van der Westhuis, H. Seymour. Strength of Corps. 1 st—Receiving pay .263 2 nd—Not on pay list . 6 3rd—Total under Arms. 43 (Signed) G. C. BRISLEY, Commandant Griqua Contingent. Orderly Room, Kokstad, 10 th October, 1880. 83 [ Annexure in No. 134. ] KOKSTAD VOLUNTEERS. Appointments for Confirmation. Commandant: J. T. Wylde, 4tli October, 1880. Captains: H. Watkinson, 5th October, 1880; and H. Usher, 4th October, 1880. Lieutenants : B. Uys, 5th October, 1880 ; T. Taylor, 6 th October, 1880 ; N. Von Meyer, 7th October, 1880 ; and T. J. Freeman, 4th October, 1880. Sergeant-Major : AddendorfF, 5th October, 1880 ; McKenzie (Usher’s) ; 9 th October. Sergeants : L. Tyrrell, 5th October ; W. van Straaten, 5th October ; G. Gass (Farrier), 6 th October; R. Inman, 4th October; J. Paterson, 4th October ; Combear, 6 th October ; H. Stirling, 5th October. Corporals : E. Kelly, 5th October ; W. G. Griffin, 6 th October ; R. Mitchell, 7 th October ; A. Taylor, 4th October; J. Garbutt, 5th October; G. Frank, 6 th October ; J. Sharp, 6 th October ; J. Watson, 9th October. Staff: Commandant: J. T. Wylde. Paymaster and Quartermaster : A. C. Russell, rank and pay of Captain, from 5th October. Lieutenant and Adjutant: E. B. H. McNicholas, 4th October. Commissary : G. H. Fowle, V. Sampson, E. Barker. Assistant Surgeon Lieutenant : F. M. Bowman, 4tli October. (Signed) J. T. WYLDE, Commandant. [ Annexure in No. 134. ] APPOINTMENTS. European Volunteer Corps. Lieutenant Von Meyer, to be 1st Lieutenant, vice B. Uys, transferred to Transport Department. Sergeant-Major AddendorfF to be 2nd Lieutenant, vice Von Meyer, promoted. Sergeant Van Straaten to be 3rd Lieutenant, vice Taylor, resigned. The above appointments to date from 15th October, 1880. Sergeants.—Foot: T. Sharp, V. Dold, W. Escoll. Sergeants.—Mounted : A. van Zyl, A. Taylor, W. Asworth. Corporals.—Foot: C. Kell, J. Sweet, J. Naymear. Corporals.—Mounted : W. E. S. Plamilton, C. Mathews. The above appointments to date from 16th October, 1880. (Signed) J. T. WYLDE, Commandant. (Signed) E. B. H. McNICHOLAS, Acting Adjutant, E. V. Corps. g 2 84 [ Annexure in No. 134. 1 List of appointments in the Abalondolozi Regiment of mounted natives as approved and published in Regimental Orders, to 12th October, 1880 :— Commandant: D. Strachan, 5th September, 1880. Sub-Commandant : G. W. Hawthorn, 23rd September, 1880. Captains : J. C. Garner, 5th October, 1880; Arentz Tonneson, 12tli September, 1880 ; D. J. H. Catherine, 5th September, 1880; S. B. Liefeldt, 7th October ; LI. C. Sloley, 9tli October ; H. B. Whyte, 5tli October ; A. G. Kensman, 10th October. Lieutenants : D. Barker, 1st October ; H. L. Hornsby, 8th October ; E. B. H. McNicholas, 9th October ; F. Ashington, 9th October ; G. R. Scott, 5th October • D. H. Cranny, 5th October ; M. Mei, 10 th October. Paymaster and Quartermaster : St. V. Erskme, 5th September. Sub-Lieutenant : Jan Sigengaan, 5th October. Lieutenant: John Garbutt, 12th October, vice E. B. H. McNicholas, resigned. (Signed) < H. C. SLOLEY, Captain and Adjutant Abalondolozi Regiment. Head-quarter Office, Kokstad, 12th October, 1880. [ No. 135. J Copy.—No. 2 | 1479.] Office of the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, 29th October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Griqualand East, Kokstad. Sir, —I am directed to acknowledge the receipt of your letter, No. 384 of 19th October, 1880, and to inform you that, at present, the force therein alluded to should not be reduced. I have, &c., (Signed) H. E. R. BRIGHT, Under Secretary for Native Affairs. | No. 136. ] Copy.—A. 497.] Office of the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, 10 th November, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Griqualand East. Sir, —In further acknowledgment of your letter No. 384, dated 19th ultimo, forwarding for confirmation of Government, a list of appointments made by you to the force now in the field and at Kokstad, I am directed to inform you that His Excellency the Adminstrator, with the advice of the Executive Council, has been pleased to approve of the appointments in question. I have, &c., (Signed) H. E. R. BRIGHT, Under Secretary for Native Affairs. 85 [ No. 137. ] Copy.—No. 572 | 80. Office of the Chief Magistrate of Tembuland, 19th October, 1880. The Hon. the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sir, —Herewith I have the honour to enclose, for your information) copies of reports from the Resident Magistrates of Southeyville and Eng- cobo, on the state of their respective districts. The substance of the lat¬ ter (a confidential communication) was conveyed to you in my telegram of the 15th instant, a copy of which I beg to attach for reference. I have, &c., (Signed) H. G. ELLIOT, Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. [ Annexure A in No. 137. J Copy.—No. 417.] Office of the Resident Magistrate of Southeyville, 5th October, 1880. Yhe Chief Magistrate, Tembuland. Sir, — I have the honour to report, for your information, that since my letter of the 5th instant no active measures have been adopted by either Stole we or Siqungati. I have made very particular inquiries, and have ascertained the fact that the larger part of the people in my district are ignorant of the inten¬ tions of those chiefs who are inclined to be rebellious. I believe that Stockwe and Siqungati think they have some powerful backeas ; and they may any day suddenly break out. From the loyal expression of the best of the people trorn many parts of my district, 1 feel confident that, now the Government have so promptly supplied me with arms and ammunition, any rebellion which might take place could be put down without exterior aid. Stockwe is either about to start, or is on his way to visit Dalasile. I have informed Mr. Stanford of this. The seasonable rains which have just fallen will, I trust, considerably improve matters. I have, &c., (Signed) CHARLES J. LEVEY, Resident Magistrate. P. S.—Since writing the above two young men of Siqungati’s have been arrested at the Cambalala (about three miles from Southeyville) with a double-barrelled gun, eight assegais, a powder-horn and a pouch in their possession. They stated that they had been sent by Yengiwe, one of Siqungati’s chief councillors, to the Bolotwa for the arms. I mention this to show the state of feeling. I have, &c;, (Signed) CHARLES J. LEVEY, Resident Magistrate. Certified a true Copy : (Signed) C. E. Higgin. 86 L Annexure B in No. 137. ] Copy.—No. 370, Confidential. ] Office of the Resident Magistrate of Engcobo, 14th. October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Umtata. Sir, —I have the honour to report that I held a meeting yesterday at the Slang River, of the people in the upper part of this district. The meeting was well attended by chiefs and people, and the Slang River farmers, Dutch and native (Maxonga’s Hoek), were also present. I informed the people of the latest news from Basutoland and the Barkly district, and also of the rebellion in Griqualand East, and warned them against being misled b} r false reports, purposel}' circulated by the enemy. As there is likely to be fighting in the Gatberg district, which, as you are aware, borders upon mine, I advised them to keep a good watch along the boundary ; and, as I saw by copy of a telegram from the Honourable the Secretary for Native Affairs to Mr. Thomson, that he might endeavour to get assistance from Slang River, I directed that, in case any appeal for help be made by him, Mr. Morris should call together as many volun¬ teers tor such service from Europeans and natives to proceed to Gatberg. In reply, the chiefs thanked me for the news, and expressed their loyalty to Government. In particular, the Chief Pangeli stated his readi¬ ness to turn his men out when called upon, and I have pleasure in bringing his conduct to your notice. It was reported to me that women and children from Tyali’s location are coming into this district fast. In a former letter I remarked that when pressed, Tyali’s people might break this way, and under ordinary rules of Kafir warfare the fact of the women being sent into Tembuland shows an intention on the part of the men to follow. I am also advised that there is an understanding between Tyali and the Emigrant Tembu disaffected chiefs, and that both sections may fall back into this district, the rugged nature of Maxonga’s Hoek and other parts affording them good fighting ground. Under these circumstances, and in consideration of movements likely to take place so near to my border, I am of opinion that the time has come for an armed force of Europeans to be raised in this district to assist Mr. Thomson and the loyals, if pressed by the Basutos, to keep the Barkly Pass and Maxonga’s Hoek Pass clear of rebels from Tyali’s country, and also to support and encourage loyal people who might otherwise be led into rebellion, if either Tyali or any chiefs from Emigrant Tembuland retire in this direction. I beg also to request that a supply of arms and ammunition be for¬ warded to me as soon as possible. I have, &c., (Signed) W. E. STANFORD, Resident Magistrate. Certified true Copy : (Signed) C. E. Higgin. 87 [ Annexure C in No. 137. ] Copy.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, Urntata, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. 15th October, 1880. Walter Stanford reports in confidential just received, that Tyali is sending women and children into his district: this, he considers, implies that the men if pressed will do the same—also that he hears disaffected men in Levey’s district have arranged to join Tyali’s people in the vicinity of Maxonga’s Hoek, which, as you are aware, is a very rugged country. Stanford proposes to enrol and arm Europeans to patrol this side of the mountain, communicating with Thomson’s people and combining, if necessary, to prevent enemy making a lodgment. I think this is a good suggestion. If this is approved, arms and ammunition could be supplied Stanford when those en route reach me. Pangeli, who occupies Maxonga’s Hoek, the chief who was deprived of his pension some time back, is the oaly one in Stanford's district of those present at recent meeting at u Leary-runs,” who declared unhesitatingly his determination to stand by Government. Certified a true Copy : (Signed) C. E. Higgin. [ No. 138. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town I fear a little misapprehension has arisen on my telegram regarding the three thousand men under arms. Many are armed only with assegais, or worst description of guns. Strachan has six hundred of these with him, and eighty Europeans, with whom he has dislodged rebels from Umzim- vubu Drift. We have three hundred natives and three hundred Griquas here waiting to be armed to take the field, also one hundred and fifty Euro¬ peans in the same position. Garner, whom I ordered to patrol the upper Umzimkulu and keep the rebels in check, was followed by 800 men. These worked across country as far as Strachan’s camp three days since, and will be retained by Strachan till he has cleared out the rebels from Matatiele. Liefeldt has just raised 250 and Hope expects to start to¬ morrow with 500. These make up the three thousand. These men have not been up from the beginning, we had then onty 100 natives. Men have been constantly employed on patrols and picquets during most inclement weather, and but for want of arms the work of expelling the rebels from this side would now be far advanced. Guns from Natal Government arrived at daylight this morning and are now on their way to Strachan. He will advance as soon as he receives them. Arms from King William’s Town are now at Camperdown, and may be here in about eight or ten days, as roads are heavy. I regret that there has been occasion for the large expenditure. I think the emergency has justified it, and our large expen¬ diture at the outset will be an incalculable saving in the end. The fore¬ going will form ihe subject of a special report by next post. It is true that I know nothing for certain about the Pondos, and hope with you that my fears regarding them will not be realized. The last information is that Umquikela has sent his war doctor to charm Bekameva’s and Somtseli’s people and that Madekeliza has had his people charmed. Handed in at Kokstad, 12 , 0 p.m. Received at Cape Town. 1*35 p.m., 20th October, 1880. 88 [ No. 139. ] Copy.—No. A. 89 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Resident. Magistrate, Maclear, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Even in spite of Umlilonhlo’s profession of loyalty and support to Government, have grave reasons from reliable information, than (?) an extended plot is contemplated to first obtain a supply of arms and ammuni¬ tion and then turn against us. Sent to call Joel and Lidingwana to attend the office to-day, neither have come. Joel, last night, sent his son to some Fingo kraals, warning them to declare for Government or otherwise, and that the Basutos were united and prepared to Jail on the whites and their jriends. My informant this morning, when at Joel’s kraal, saw messages from Umhlonhlo, Gangelizwe, Umditshwa and Pangella, and was told by Joel that their plans were arranged, and a concerted move to be made by them all, but would depend upon meeting of Hope and Umhlonhlo yesterday (Wednesday). Have every information that all watching this meeting. Can only again urge upon the Government the gravity of position here, as wired to you. Captain Mulilenbeck with sixty Barkly men is here, but no supply of arms or ammunition, beyond what is carried by them. Urge in the strong¬ est terms a large supply of each be sent us via Dordrecht or Barkly. Cannot move forward with my Fingoes unless we are supplied. Handed in at Qumbu, 3 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 4'29 p.m., 22nd October, 1880. [ No. 140. ] Copy.—No. A 91 j 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Acting Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs. Commandant Strachan reports, under date yesterday, that drove rebels from Moteri’s Koppie, where they were in force. Rebels, on approach of our troops, burnt the Residency and offices and retreated towards Drakensberg. Were followed by Baker’s Horse and other mounted men under Vetch, who pursued until night-fall. Enemy lost six killed, several horses wounded, and a few prisoners also taken, also a small number of cattle. No casulties our side. Handed in at Kokstad, 5 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 6'26 p.m., 23rcl October, 1880. [ No. 141. ] Copy.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. I have just received report from Strachan that he has taken possession of Matatiele without resistance. The experience Basutos had of few foot- 89 men he was able to put across Umzimvubu, on 16th, did not encourage them to attempt to hold stronger position. Not yet known whether rebels have another position on this side of mountain. Strachan sending out strong patrols in every direction; he is to reduce number of his men as speeddy as possible, and retain only most efficient men for work over mountains, where rebels are likely to make a stand. Hope is out with Umhlonhlo and five hundred men, and is hopeful, though treachery is expected from all quarters. No other news. I go immediately to meet Governor of Natal at Harding ; will return to-morrow. Wylde Acting Chief Magistrate. Rebels said to be congregating at Moteri’s Kop. If so, no doubt Strachan will dislodge them to-day or to-morrow. Handed in at Kokstad, 10 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 1U40 a.m., 23rd October, 1880. [ No. 142. j Copy.] Telegram from Secretary for Native Affairs to Hon. C. Brownlee, Chief Magistrate, Kokstad. 23rd October, 1880. Account of Strachan’s patrol satisfactory. You need not act in reducing his force until informed. The chief thing now is to crush out the rebellion on your side, and let this be pushed vigorously. Colonel Clarke approves fully of your action, and the Government thinks that when this is done, a forward movement of a large force over the mountains will have a good effect upon the rebels opposing Colonel Clarke. The work on your side, however, must be complete before this is done. Am urging on supply of guns to Thomson ; this seems the only point not fully provided for, and will see to it. The Government objects entirely to your communicating in any public matter direct with the Governor of Natal, and if your mission to meet him at Harding is of this kind, you will please abandon it, and any recommendation you may wish to relating to Natal must be made through the Government only. If this reaches Kokstad after Mr. Brownlee has left for Harding, it must be sent by express after him, that he may early know the contents. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. [ No. 143. J Copy.—No. A. 93 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs. Sunday, 7 a.m.—Rev. Adonis just brought in an express from Welsh, reporting murder of Hope and all Europeans by Umhlonhlo. It is to be feared nearly all Europeans in that district will share Hayes (Hope’s ?) fate. Forces sufficient to overrun the country should at once be sent. No tribe can be trusted, and this may be looked on as a general signal lor rising. Welsh urgently calls for aid, but I have not a man to send. Com¬ munication between this and Cape Town better be kept open all day. Handed in at Umtata, 7 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 8‘20 a.m., 24th October, 1880. 90 [ No. 144. J Copy.—A 96 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, to Secretary for Native Affairs. The 200 rifles and ammunition you refer to fell into Umhlonhlo’s hands yesterday. What about the 500 supposed to be dispatched some time ago from King William’s Town, and now urgently required here. I am sending express tc Oxland as you desire, but consider it will not reach Kokstad'in time to be of service to Brownlee. Shops in Umditshwa’s district being looted by Pondomise. Handed in at Umtata, 4‘23 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 5*42 p.m., 24th October, 1880. L No. 145. ] Copy.—No. A 97 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, to Secretary for Native Affairs. News received the shops in Welsh’s district are being looted. IJm- ditshwa has attacked Fingoes in that district. Fighting going on about eighteen miles from this. Handed in at Umtata, 4‘23 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 6 - 54 p.m., 24th October, 1880. r No. 146. "j Copy.—No. A. 99 j 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Transkei, to Secretary tor Native Affairs. Would recommend that six extra policemen be engaged at each Magistracy at 2s. 6d. per diem, also that the Transkei Militia be raised to 110 men. Forty at present stationed at Kentani, to be raised to fifty. Fifty to be at Fort Bowker. Also that each headman as Field-cornet should have a gun issued to him. This will be most politie and wise, and all above measures will stop thieving that is common and will secure peace and safety of district. Have written about this. Would recommend that I be authorised to carry out these plans forthwith. October 23rd* Handed in at Butterworth, 4 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 7*25 p.m., 24th October, 1880. L No. 147. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Chief Magistrate, Transkei, Butterworth, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Most disastrous news received from Chief Magistrate, Umtata. Send orders for arms and ammunition to be sent on here at once. We have none. Force of Europeans should be pushed on here and to Umtata immediately. Elliot says general rising imminent. All at present quiet here, but no doubt juncture most grave and serious, and demands instant action. Handed in at Butterworth, 4’0 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 7-30 p.m., 24th October, 1880. 91 L No. 148. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Have called a meeting to enrol volunteers at eleven, but am still with¬ out arms and ammunition in spite of all efforts to get them. Have instructed Magistrates not to weaken European forces likely to be raised by attempting to hold Magistracies against superior forces. As yet no rising in this district, but it is well known Dalasiii and many other tribes will go with Umhlonhlo and Umditshwa. I advise steamer being sent express from East London to warn Brownlee, via Natal; telegraphic communication between here and Kokstad being interrupted. Herewith statement of Rev. Adonis re treachery on part of Umhlonhlo. 24th October. The Rev. Stephen Adonis, bearer of express from the Resident Magis" trate, Tsolo, appears at nine a.m., and states, interpreted by Jonas Nisiko : —“ I reside at Sulenkama, a mission station near the great place of Umhlonhlo. The camp (Mr. Hope’s) was pitched at the main road between Umhlonhlo’s place and the mission station, last Wednesday morning. They were waiting for Umhlonhlo to get his men together; men were collected on Thursday and Friday. I was in the camp on Wednesday and Thursday. When I was going to the camp on Friday about mid-day, I was told that all the men had not been collected. I went on and reached the camp that night (Friday). Umhlonhlo and his councillors kept at the camp. Yesterday morning the men (Umhlonhlo’s) flocked to the camp. About 12 o’clock I started for the camp. I saw two men who beckoned me ; as soon as I got to them they threw me off my horse. One man threatened to strike me with a kerrie, but was prevented from doing so by the other man. The other man told me to go home, and that Mr. Hope was killed, and two Europeans with him. He said that Mr. Davis was a prisoner, but not killed. The two Europeans killed with Mr. Hope, 1 heard, were from Umtata, Henman and Warrene. (?) When I got home two of my station men arrived and said the same thing about Mr. Hope and the two Euro¬ peans killed. When the two men left camp Mr. Hope’s police were being pursued, the two men also told me that the guns and ammunition had not been distributed, but were taken from the wagons. Heard from the two men that Umhlonhlo’s men began a dance, which was supposed to be loyal, the Magistrate and the Europeans looking on. They were dancing in a semicircle, as is the custom. The warriors of the tribe made feints at stubbing, and on one of the occasions Mr. Hope and the Europeans were killed. Shortly after I saw Umhlonhlo’s men taking my cattle and sheep. My wife and children begged me to take a horse and make my escape. I put a rein into the horse’s mouth and rode. 1 was not pursued, but the natives were rushing into the mission. One man accompanied me to Mr. Welsh’s, and told him what had happened. He asked me to come on here, and 1 asked for a letter which I received, and brought on here. I heard that Umditshwa and his people were going to Qumbu on Thursday to meet Umhlonhlo. They returned on hearing that Umhlonhlo was at the mission. Umditshwa then sent six men to the camp. According to report, Umhlonhlo sent word to Umquikela that if Umquikela would fight against Government, he would do so also. I am of opinion that Umditshwa will fight too. My wife and children were left at the mission station, and I don’t know what treatment they are receiving. Mr. Welsh thought of defending the gaol at Tsolo.” Handed in at Umtata, 9‘40 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 10'30 a.m., 24th October, 1880. 02 r. No. 149. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Secretary Native Affairs to Major Elliot, Umtata. 24th October, 1880. Send by any means you can to Welsh to get out to Thomson as soon as he can get away. Force of Europeans will be ordered to you at once from King William’s Town. Make such arrangements, as you deem necessary for defence and protection of yourself and people. Advise W. Stanford and Morris as to what they should do. Better leave than be shut in aud lives risked. Treacherous action of Umhlonhlo new feature in native action, and none must now be trusted ; use every means for guarding against surprise, (Signed) W. AYLIFF. [ No. 150. J Copy.—Telegram.] Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Have advised Stanford and all other Magistrates not to risk being shut in or cut off. Will send to Welsh, if possible, but fear it will be very difficult. Qumbu telegraph station, &c., in hands of Umhlonhlo, who holds Davis for his own purposes. I am enrolling European volunteers at this place, which must be held at all costs. Please send authority for placing volunteers at same rate of pay, &c., as. those enrolled in Colony. It is stated that Umhlonhlo will move towards Kokstad, and attack from this side. I do not propose placing arms and ammunition in the hands of a single native in this territory at present. I am informed that Gangelizwe is to be the Bush playing the part of Moni during the Gcaleka war, and is now being enacted by Letsie. I give credence to this statement. A. Standford has good reliable men at great place who keep us well informed. Dalasili has informed Gangelizwe that he intends to join the rebels. He and Umditshwa are to go together. Umditshwa is now sending to recall all his people from this district. Handed in at Umtata, IP38 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 12‘15 p.m., 24th October, 1880. [ No. 151. ] Copy .—Telegram.] Secretary for Native Affairs to Chief Magistrate, Umtata. 24th October, 1880. Your fears of Umlilonhlo’s going over to Kokstad important, and Brownlee should, if possible, know it. The line being interrupted the only sure means of communicating with him is, I think, through Pondoland by Oxland. Send to him at once by this way, so that he may know what to guard against. Inquire about the guns and ammunition that Blyth has forwarded to you, and get them in your charge as soon as you can. You must organise your Europeans in the way you think best for the defence of your place, and the rate of pay may be that of the Colony. Brownlee 93 has a large force at his disposal, and if informed of his danger will he able to provide for himself. The last I heard of him was that he was leaving for Harding to meet Sir George P. Colley, and he may he there. Oxland should know this, and send to both places. Men are being ordered off to you with all speed from King William’s Town. (Sigued) W. AYLIFF. [ No. 152. 1 Copy.—No. A 101 | 80, N.A.O. Telegram from Chiel Magistrate, Tembuland, to Secretary for Native Affairs. Enemy six miles fromUmtata. We are moving into laager as quickly as possible. White’s shop across Drift looted. Handed in at Umtata, 6 a.m. Received at Cape Town, G'45 a.m., 25th October, 1880. [ No. 153. ] Copy.] Telegram from the Secretary for Native Affairs to Captain Blyth, Butterworth. 25th October, 1880. European force being raised in King William’s Town with all speed, and Trill be sent on at once with supply of arms and ammunition for your wants, and for support of Elliot, about whom we feel great anxiety. You may carry out the arrangements you propose, and the mode of defensive arrangement of your district is left to your judgment. If you can in any way assist in hastening on the guns do so. Get your militia to its full strength, and whatever arms you get well distributed. Position very critical. Government doing all to provide for wants of places. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. [ No. 154. ] Copy.—No. A 107 j 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Butterworth, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Have taken steps to increase Transkei Militia ; one hundred men at Butterworth, one hundred Ibeka, hundred and fifty at Idutywa. Will send fifty men from Ibeka to Fort Bowker. This will steady the whole district and reassure natives. As far as I can see Fingoes are loyal and can be depended upon. Directly I can get arms can assist Elliot. News from him this morning is better. W T ill do everything possible to keep all things in order. Position no doubt critical. Handed in at Butterworth 5’3 p.m. Received at Cape Town 7‘44 p.m., 25th October, 1880. 94 ] No. 155. ] Copy.—No. A 103 | 80.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs. Received your telegram of this day’s date. All traders, stores on the other side of Umtata, about a mile from here, have been looted. First shot fired to-day. Sweeney with some volunteers went out and scattered the looters. Handed in at Umtata, 12‘25 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 2-24 p.m., 25th October, 1880. [ No. 156. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Secretary for Native Affairs to Major Elliot, Umtata. 25th October, 1880. Every effort being made to send men and arms to Butterworth and on to you ; send a statement of your strength in men and arms. I suppose that Bourne and his Cape Mounted Riflemen are with you, if distant from you, could he not join you and so give greater strength. Any buildings he may have to abandon are of no account. Hope that Umditshwa and Gangelizwe and Qwileso will protect their own border, and they should be told that Government expects them to do the duty they owe to it. (Signed) W. AYL1FF. [ No. 157. ] Copy.—Telegram.—A 104 | 80, N.A.O.] Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs. Bourne sick, but doing his best. I have appointed him temporary staff-officer with me, Cape Mounted Rifle force here, one sergeant sick ; for duty, one sergeant, one corporal, four privates ; about sixty guns, principally private property. Estimated number Europeans, including Cape Mounted Riflemen, 120. Many more may enrol during the day. No Resident Magistrates have come in. Have cautioned all not to hold posts if it entails risk. Rumoured Rev. Hartman murdered and station burnt ; do not credit it. Handed in at Umtata, 1T0 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 2‘42 p.m., 25th October, 1880. [ No. 158. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. I think Nqwiliso is loyal; have advised him to turn out his whole force to protect his own border, which means threatening Umhlonhlo’s and 95 Umditshwa’s flank and rear. I have also sent to Gangelizwe, informing him that is his duty to protect the Umtata boundary. Small parties of loyal natives flocking in from Pondomiseland, but all unarmed. Have determined to defend this position by occupying and defending several stone and brick buildings, and think good account will be given; but time should not be lost in sending up men and war supplies. Hope to be able to send Administrator’s telegram through to-day. Could not be done sooner, as Pondomise have spread, into Pondoland marauding. A number of Umtata farmers stampeded for Colony last night ; all shops on opposite side ot river looted to-day and cattle swept off. Handed in at Umtata, 8’30 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 9’37 a.m., 25th October, 1880. [ No. 159. ] Copy.—Telegram No. A 105 | 80, N.A.O.] Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, to Secretary for Native Affairs. Messengers just arrived with most solemn assurances of loyalty from Nquiliso. I replied, “ Protect your border, Government expects you to do this.” I think Nquiliso is sincere. Gangelizwe is on his way here to offer assistance. 1 shall send him to protect boundary above Umtata. Am sending Administrator’s telegram and others, by Nquiliso’s messenger. Handed in at Umtata, IT3 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 2*5 p.m., 25th October, 1880. [ No. 160. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Secretary for Native Affairs to Major Elliot, Umtata. 25th October, 1880. With the treacherous action of Umhonhlo in mind, you cannot be too careful how you place yourself in the hands of any of the chiefs about you. Better content yourself with holding your own till men arrive to run risk of using up supply of ammunition by attacking enemy. If Nquileso and Gangelizwe are loyal they will prove it by keeping the enemy away from their borders, and they will, one would think, do this for their own sake. Have sent to Thomson to help Welsh away from Tsolo to Gatberg. Have heard from Queen’s Town, that Levey is hardly the fit person for the place he is in, and think of sending another there. (Signed) W. AYL1FF. [ No. 161. ] Copy.—No. A 106 | 80.] Telegram from Elliot, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. A native reports Welsh and five other Europeans killed at Tsolo; this is believed, but wants confirmation. Scouts (report ? ) enemy falling back towards Qumbu. Handed in at Umtata, 3*50 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 4*46 p.m., 25th October, 1880. 96 Copy.- 688.] [ No. 162. ] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, Kokstad, 25tli October. 'I'lic Honourable the Secretary for Native Affairs, Capo Town. Sir,— Enclosed I have the honour to forward for your information, correspondence in reference to movements connected with the Basuto rebellion. We have, as you will see by the enclosed letters, made considerable advances, and are driving the Basuto rebels over the moun¬ tains, but to write or boast of success, while our Magistrates are being murdered in cold blood, is a solemn mockery. The position of matters, as I had time after time represented to you, is becoming fearfully and literally verified. We have estranged the feelings of every native, from the Zambezi to the Fish river : a few still stand by us, not from feelings of loyalty or affection, but simply because they believe it to be their interest to do so ; and were it not for these natives we would now have been wiped out of this division, and we have now brought upon ourselves a work of greater magnitude than ever South Africa has witnessed, and even the most sanguine cannot see any prospect of its satisfactory settlement. We have neither men nor resources finally to subdue and punish those who are in arms against us, and I fear that we will simply in the end have to yield from sheer exhaustion. I trust that in the foregoing- remarks, I have not overstepped the bounds of the respect due to you as my superior, but as I have written strongly against the policy which has now landed us in this disastrous rebellion, and which 1 have repeatedly foretold, I think you will bear with me, when, under the heavy strain and strong excitement of the last three weeks, I speak strongly. Hope, who went out with his life in his hand, with a c ‘ treacherous devil,” in the hope of detaching him from the rebellion, has fallen a victim to his devotion to his duty, determined to stand to the position he had taken though warned by many of treachery. I am unable now to write more of this sad tragedy; it is too much for me now. With Hope fell two other promising young officers, namely, Warrene and Henman, who had volunteered to go with him from Umtata. From intelligence just received, it appears that Welsh was yesterday to have been murdered at his post. Whether this has taken place or not I am unable to learn, and as communication by wire and post is now cut off with this side, you may perhaps hear details from Elliot, if he is not already shot, as I have heard he is to be, for the Tembus are said to be implicated in the treachery of Umditshwa and Umhlonhlo. This may be only a false report ; 1 trust it may be so, though I fear that there is too much truth in it. I have, &c., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE, Chief Magistrate. [ Annexure A in No. 162. ] Copy.—No. 1559.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, 25th October, 1880. To Commandant Strachan, Matatiele. Sir, — I have the honour to inform you that by wire last night, I received the sad intelligence of the murder by Hmhlonhlo of Messrs. Hope, Henman and Warrene, who had gone out with Umhlonhlo at his 97 own invitation, for the avowed purpose of taking action against the Basuto rebels. It is also said that the rebellion has spread to the Tam- bookies, but with what truth I am at present unable to say. The intelligence now conveyed to you will as a necessity materially change your plan of operation, for our first care will now have to be to support those who stand exposed to attack from Umhlonhlo. It had been arranged to send the remainder of your men at Kokstad to Fort Donald to-day; but we have thought it best to send them to Mount Frere to support Makaulo, together with some arms here, which have not yet been distributed. We will send a further supply as soon as the King William’s Town arms arrive. I understand that Nomtsheketshe is with Mr. Liefeldt. This is entirely opposed to my wish and instructions to Nomtshckotshe, and also to Mr. Blenkins. I directed Nomtsheketshe to remain at his post to watch events, and to act only in support of any men who might be attacked, whether Bacas, Hlubis or Xesibis. Nomtsheketshe and Mabeline, who accompanied him, are at once to return and place themselves under Mr. Blenkin’s orders. I think it would be wise for you to send down to detain Liefeldt with all the men under his command, and, if possible, a few Europeans and Griquas, in order that they may support the Hlubis and Zibi, who are likely to be the first to be attacked by Umhlonhlo. Our telegraphic communication has been cut beyond the Tina. We are, therefore, unable to communicate with the Colony, nor is it likely, except by runners, that our communication will soon be opened. 1 should, therefore, be glad if you could establish communication with the Colony through Gatbcrg, though even this road appears closed. I enclose copies of the telegrams received by me for your infor¬ mation. (Signed) C. BROWNLEE. [ Annexure B in No. 162. ] Copy.—1556.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, 24th October, 1880. Commandant Strachan, Head-quarter Camp, Matatiele. Sir, — I have the honour, in the absence of Mr. Brownlee, who pro¬ ceeded to Harding yesterday, to forward to you herewith a copy of a telegram received just now from the Magistrate at Mount Frere. “News just in ; Umhlonhlo broken out. Two men, escaped in the dark from Lina, just arrived ; one European killed at the drift. Great excitement ; cattle flying in all directions. Rumours that Mr. Hope is killed.” I asked Leary, the clerk there, some questions per wire, and he replied— “ Information from residents of that district and from Europeans who saw one Thomson killed at Tina Drift, he is now here. He thinks Umhlonhlo has had arms given him ; it is thought wire is cut, but can’t say positively ; too dark to see what they did.” In the present feature of the case, the greatest dispatch will be used in conveying this news to you, and as Mr. Brownlee will be here to-day, I shall on his return immediately make him acquainted with this further trouble. I have, &c., (Signed) J. T. WYLDE, Acting Chief Magistrate. [A. 35—’81.] ii 98 Copy.] [ Annexure C in No. 102. ] Leary, Mount Frere, to Chief Magistrate, Kokstad. 24tli October, 1880. News just in. Umlilonhlo broken out. Two men escaped in the dark from TiDa, just arrived. One European killed at the drift. Great excite¬ ment ; cattle flying in all directions. Rumours that Mr. Hope is killed. [ Annexure D in No. 162. ] Copy.] Head-quarter Camp, Gcatchas Nek, 24th October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Kokstad. Sir, —I have the honour to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the 21st instant, permitting an issue of grain to the horses of the column ; and with reference thereto, I beg to state that I have been able to purchase from Mr. William Taylor a quantity of grain, consisting of upwards of 200 bags of mealies, at present lying at Matatiele. For these I have made arrangements with Mr. Taylor, by which the corn is to be purchased at the present market price in Kokstad, by which the cost of delay and transport from Kokstad will be avoided. Since the dispatch of my last letter, I have moved forward with the head-quarters, wagons, and cannon, to this kraal, conveniently situated on the approach to Gatchas Nek, and am keeping the neighbourhood well scoured by strong parties. A patrol of the Griqua contingent yesterday sent into camp under escort a party of 40 Basutos, about 400 head of cattle, and a large flock of sheep and goats. A few other small captures of stock have been made. Three wagons have also been taken by Sidoi’s men. Late yesterday (four troops?) under Sub-Commandant Hawthorn and Captain Vetch were suddenly fired upon by about 70 of the enemy, whom they dispersed, killing two men and a horse, without any casualties on our side. Some of our natives are already sickening from the effects of an exclusively meat diet, and I would be glad if a supply of mealie meal were sent by the com¬ missariat with the least possible delay, the supply to be continued regularly. I have, &c., A true Copy.—(Sgd.) C. W. H. 25th October, 1880. (Signed) D. STRACHAN, Commanding Field Forces. [ Annexure E in No. 162. ] Copy.—No. 1543.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, 22nd October, 1880. To Commandant Strachan, Matatiele. Sir, —I have the honour to inform you that I have appointed Dr. Heath as P. M. O, in your Division, with the usual pay and allowances attached to such appointment, which I will ascertain, in order that you may be enabled to include Dr, Heath in your pay sheet. I have, &c,, (Signed) C. BROWNLEE. 99 [ Annexure F in No. 162. ] Copy.] Head-quarter Column, Matatiele, Wednesday, 22nd October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand. Sir, —1 have the honour to report that yesterday I left Cedarville Drift with the forces under my command, and the same evening encamped at the pans near the port entering Matatiele. On our approach, a large body of natives were seen making off in the direction of Matatiele, from some kraals in the neighbourhood. This morning about 11 a.m., we reached this place, having seen more of the enemy en route ; on our road we were joined by the chief Sibi and some of his men, who profess loyalty to Government. The stores here have been entirely looted, but a store of 200 bags of mealies remains untouched, so in respect to mealies we shall not be short, but as regards slaughter cattle we are entirely run out, and I would wish them to be forwarded as soon as possible. The missionary here, the Rev. Maryoff, we found here, and he has been unmolested by the rebels, as also his stock. Ramatholwana is also, I believe, loyal, though all his men have deserted him. I shall not move beyond this to-night, but send out a strong patrol to the kopjie where it is said the rebels are. I have, &c., (Signed) D. STRACHAN, Commandant Field Forces. [Annexure G in No. 162.) Copy.—No. 1552.] Office of the Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand, 23rd October, 1880. To Commandant Straciian, Matatiele. Sir, —I have the honour to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the 22nd instant, intimating the flight of rebel Basutos from Matatiele, and your occupation of that station, and your intention to send out patrol in pursuit of the enemy towards Moteri’s Kop. While thanking you for this communication, I must again state that all steps which you consider it necessary to take, with a view to the repression of the rebellion, will meet with my cordial approval, for you are aware that I place the gieatest confi¬ dence in you personally. Owing to the heavy expenditure which the public is now being put to by the advance of so large a force against the rebels, I would suggest that when you deem it necessary, owing to inefficiency or other cause, to decrease the strength of your command, you will unhesitatingly order back any of the men who you consider may no longer be required, in order that their services may be dispensed with, I am pleased to learn of Sibi’s and Rathlaqwana’s professions of loyalty, and of the former having joined your column, but beyond the political influence which their surrender may impart, Sibi having brought no followers with him, but little importance is to be gained by his sub¬ mission ; the arrangements to be made with regard to Sibi’s treatment and care I leave entirely in your own control. With reference to my letter to you of yesterday’s date, informing you that I had appointed Dr. Tili Heath surgeon to the force under your com¬ mand, I have the honour to state that I directed Dr. Heath to leave this at 6 a.m. this morning, urging him to lose no time, as I asked him to join your column with the least possible delay, anticipating that if you had 2 H 100 been engaged with the enemy, his services would be requisite. This officer neglected to proceed at the hour appointed, and this omission to do so has caused me no little displeasure. If Dr. Heath in any way commits himself, or further neglects to comply with instructions given him, I trust you will immediately take steps to enforce compliance, or that you sum¬ marily suspend him from duty. In communicating this to you, I wish Dr. Heath to be informed of my remarks, and I would at the same time add that should it be found necessary to relieve him from duty, the two horses, saddle, bridle, pack- saddle, carbine, medicines, and other Government articles in his possession, should be forthwith recovered from him. I have, &c., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE. Chief Magistrate. [ Annexure H in No. 162. ] Copy.—No. 1548.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, 22nd October, 1880. Commandant Strachan, Head-quarter Camp, Matatiele. Sir, —I beg to forward herewith, for your information, copies of tele¬ grams received by me from Secretary for Native Affairs, and the Resident Magistrate, Gatberg, relative to the relief of Mafeteng in Basutoland and affairs within our territory, respectively. In continuation with my communication to you of even date (being in reference to the appointment of Dr. Tili Heath as surgeon to the forces). I beg to suggest the propriety of discontinuing the services of either Messrs. Bowman or Griffin, both of whom are at present attached, as assistant surgeons, to our forces ; the question as to which of the latter is best fitted for the post, I must leave in your hands. 1 have, &c., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE. Copy.] [ Annexure I in No. 162. ] From Commandant of Field Forces, East Griqualand. Head-quarter Camp, Matatiele, 22nd October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Griqualand. Sir, — I have the honour to report that having been informed by my scouts that a large body of rebels were in possession of Moteri’s Koppie, I ordered a patrol of 300 men, composed of detachments of Baker’s Horse, Usher’s Rangers, Kokstad Mounted Volunteers, Griqua and Native Con¬ tingents, under the command of Captain Vetch, “Baker’s Horse,” to proceed to the Koppie and dislodge the enemy. On arriving at the Kenegha, Captain Vetch divided his forces, and making a detour, advanced wilii the main body on to the Koppie via St. Paul’s Mission Station. The rebels, immediately on observing this movement, fired the whole of the building of the Magistracy and residence of Mr. Liefeldt, and retreated before our troops, not contesting the possession of the ground. 101 Captain Vetch, having secured the position by leaving a sufficiently strong party on the koppie, pursued at a gallop in the direction of the Drakensberg. The rebels made several attempts to rally and face our men (who had broken the iroops) but were unable to make an)'- serious resistance. The enemy lost about six killed, and several horses were shot; and Captain Vetch having pursued them into the slopes of the Drakensberg, recalled his men at nightfall. Some small captures of stock were made and a few prisoners taken, but by my orders no kraals were burnt. The whole of the country from Matatiele to the Drakensberg is strewed with blankets, clothing, saddlery and provisions, looted from the stores by the rebels. Captain Vetch with a portion of the patrol occupies the Koppie to-night; and a strong party are under orders to proceed from this camp at three a.m. to-morrow to occupy Sikaki and Pedella’s kraals. It is also my intention to move with the whole of my men to-morrow to Moteri’s Koppie, from which place I shall, upon developing my plans, inform you of any further movements, and of my intentions with regard to the disposal of the force under Mr. Liefeldt, who joined me this afternoon with about 300 Hlubis, and Nomtsheketshe with about 200 of the Bacas. In order to clear the country on my right flank of marauding bodies of rebels, I would suggest that a party of not less than fifty of the Griqua Contingent, now in Kokstad, be employed in patrolling the country between Katuyli’s location and the source of the Indowana. These men should be under the command of an active European officer acquainted with the district, or failing this an intelligent Griqua, the selection of whom might be safely entrusted to Commandant Brisley. The country between Matatiele and Kokstad is no v so completely denuded of rebels that I would propose that reduction of the Native and Griqua portion of the Kokstad garrison ; a troop of the former might perhaps advantageously be stationed at Fort Donald. 1 have sent spies out to ascertain the position and streugth of the rebels under Katuyli, who are said to be on this side of the Drakensberg in Serna’s Hoek, and the dispersion of whom will dispense with the necessity of maintaining a party at Cedarville Drift. It is also my intention to enquire as to what extent disaffection has spread among the people of Martinus, Lebenya, and the Fingo Chief Zibi, having been informed that almost all of these natives are implicated in the present disturbancess. Musi and all his people have removed with their stock into the Drakensberg. I have, Ac., (Signed) D. STRACHAN, Commanding Field Forces, East Griqualand. [ Annexuee J in No. 162. ] Copy.—No. 104.] Resident Magistrate's Office, Qumbu, 14th October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand. Sir, — I have the honour to report for the information of Government, that upon the 4th instant I was informed by Mr. Blenkins, Resident Magistrate of Mount Frere, of your being hemmed in by the rebel Basutos at Matatiele, and l at once sent to Umhlonhlo, asking for 200 men to go to 102 your relief. My messenger reached him at midnight. Umhlonhlo appeared considerably startled at my message, but resolved to respond to the call, and sent there and then to Humiad and several of his principal advisers nearest him. By daybreak he had collected them, and told my messenger to return at once and tell me “ He was in mourning for the death of his chief wife, and should not appear in public for some time, but that this was a case of emergency, and therefore he had resolved to turn out the required number of men at once, to go to the rescue of ‘ Charles,’ the father of them all, but that as an attack was expected the next day but one following, we must make haste, and I had better bring up as many men as I could get together from here, as 200 might not be enough.” Before this reply came, I had received the satisfactory intelligence that you had got safely away, and sent to tell Umhlonhlo so, but before any second messenger could reach him, some of his councillors came with another confirming the answer sent me in the morning. When Umhlonhlo heard of your escape, he sent a most hearty message of congratulation, expressing on behalf of himself and people their profound belief in and regard for you, and their pleasure at your safety being secured, and during that and the following day numerous messages were delivered from various parts of the district to the same effect. Judging from this that the chief and tribe were sincere in their ex¬ pressions of joy, as there had been no time for any concerted action, I resolved (when I heard of the critical state of matters in the Gfatberg dis¬ trict) to make another call upon them, and left here on the morning of the 7th instant to request Umhlonhlo to come with me to assist in restoring order and confidence up there. When I got to his village at noon he was alone, and when I had stated my errand, I saw that Umhlonhlo was perplexed, and knowing as I do the extent to which he has been intriguing with the surrounding tribes, I was not surprised at this ; after some considerable time, during which I had used many arguments to show him his duty, but had carefully abstained from holding out any promises or offering any bribe, I rode away telling him that I believed the Bathlokwa near Paardeberg (Lindingwana’s people) were already up in arms and ripe lor mischief, and I must endeavour to restore order without his assistance. He came forward in his impulsive way, seized my hand and said, “ Go on, I will follow, and where you die I will die ” (a native figure of speech as I preferred to believe at the time.) He caught up to me at dusk with three men ; he was riding a very miserable horse, and he said he had not had time to get another, and I had to lend him one of mine, as his fell with him, from inability to carry him. We reached Mr. Butter’s late at night, and during the night Umhlonhlo’s men came trooping in, and by daylight there were nearly 300. Several armed parties had been seen hovering round on the hills for two days, and next morning I ordered Umhlonhlo to send out and ascertain what it all meant. During the day I was in possession of such information as led me to believe that an attack upon Rutter’s had been intended that very day, but our presence had averted it. I next told Umhlonhlo to send for Lehana, from Mount Fletcher, and Lindingwana. The former came at once, unarmed, with seven men ; the latter came with four hundred, all armed. The heavy rains falling all this time, made it difficult to get runners about the country as quickly as I wished, and it was Sunday morning before I got all prepared for putting the test question to the Bathlokwa. However, in spite of the rain, they all mustered at 10 a.m. on Sunday, and I asked them, point blank, if they intended rebellion or not. 103 They tried to fence the question, but Umhlonhlo (who seemed in earnest) spoke a few straightforward, pithy sentences (very unlike his usual rambling speeches), declaring his own loyalty, and his determination to support the Government, and they swore allegiance, only wondered why they had been called by me, and not by their own Magistrate. I said I was there by the request of their Magistrate, who could not leave home, and we must now go up to see him (for I heard from Mr. Thomson that Joel was threatening an attack upon his residence). The Bathlokwa protested against riding in the rain, but Umhlonhlo backed me well, and we started, I think, pretty evenly matched in numbers. Next day very much the same scene was enacted at Mr. Thomson’s, and Joel was sent for. He very sulkily gave in his allegiance, and grudgingly furnished men to fill up the number required to protect trading stations and guard mountain passes, as well as the Residency. ft was decided to split up these people into small detachments, placing a percentage of Joel’s, Lindingwana’s, Umhlonhlo’s Fiugoes, and Bastards, all mixed, at various places, the object being to prevent them taking any active steps against us, as we should at once suspect them if any of them withdrew their men ; it being, I believe, a fixed rule amongst natives that each section of any tribe must only fight under its recognised chief. This being arranged, and as Mr. Thomson’s clerk, R. F. Cumming, had fled to Barkly (anyone who had courage to breast the Drakensberg in such weather, should not I think have made a precipitate flight from an imaginary danger), it was agreed that Mr. Welsh should be asked to send his clerk to Gatberg, to enable Mr. Thomson to proceed to Mount Fletcher, to restore confidence and offer an asylum for any loyal Basutos who wished to come out from the rebels in Lebenya’s Location and Lehana’s, and Lindingwana with a strong escort were to go with Mr. Thomson, a body guard of Umhlonhlo’s men being in immediate attendance upon him, and being responsible for his safety, so long as he did not go past Mount Fletcher. Umhlonhlo having requested leave to go out in force against the rebels, I consented, subject to approval of Government, and also said I should recommend that all loot he could capture, should be his to distribute as he chose, and wishing to attend a meeting yesterday at Tsolo, I left on Tuesday for that place. Umhlonhlo sent his regular messenger to Umditshwa to say that he, “ Umhlonhlo, had always been loyal to Government, as he was this day ; he openly went under Government’s protection, and whatever tribal disputes there might be, he wished to bury them all, and invited Umditshwa to meet him and myself with Mr. Welsh in order to arrange that the Pondomise irom both sides of the Tsitsa should proceed together against the enemies of Government.” Umditshwa not being present at the meeting, no answer was given to this. Umhlonhlo is now organising his tribe, and doctoring them, and will have a strong force ready in a few days, but these continual rains will retard my movements to a great extent. As the Western Pondos have shown a disposition to take advantage of any excitement to steal stock from this and Tsolo District, I shall not remove any of the people along the border, but will tell them to hold themselves in readiness to turn out in any direction I may have to order them to. I have letters from numerous quarters, warning me that I was plunging- blindfold into a trap laid for me by Umhlonhlo, and even my own police, and those of other Magistrates round about me, are of the same opinion. 104 This being the case, I shall be rather amused if Umhlonhlo, true to his reputation, disappoints everybody’s expectations. If he does not, I shall, no doubt, have convincing proof that everybody is right. My own opinion is that, as in a game of cards, having led a king of trumps, if anyone in the game holds the ace, I lose the trick *, if not, my king wins. I have, &c., &c., (Signed) H. HOPE, Resident Magistrate. [Annexuee K in No. 162.] Copy.—No. 1561.] Office of the Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand, 23rd October, 1880. Hamilton Hope, Esq., R.M., Qumbu. Sir, —I have the honour to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the 14th instant, communicating the steps you took in organising forces to operate in my relief from Moteri’s Kop, and the manner in which you had dealt with Umhlonhlo and other chiefs in the neighbourhood, with a view to test their loyalty and desire to assist the Government in repression of the rebel Basutos in the Matatiele District, and pointing out, notwith¬ standing information which you had received to the contrary, you had led Umhlonhlo and others to believe you placed reliance upon- their protesta¬ tions of loyalty, and had called upon them to furnish such numbers of men as you had deemed it necessary to requisition, with the object of supporting Mr. Thomson and proceeding against the Basuto rebels. You have already been informed of my approval of the arrangements made by you in this direction, and it only remains for me to add that personally I feel that your action is deserving of the highest praise, as amidst a native population, whose chiefs’ subtlety and infidelity has most plainly been manifested on previous occasions, you have, at imminent risk to your personal safety, called upon him and his followers to accompany you on a march against the Basutos, with whom it may be, as you have through various channels been apprised, he is in intrigue. But referring to this feature, I cannot hide the fact that your own discernment and know¬ ledge of native character during your lengthy public service, will sufficiently have prompted you to gauge the amount of confidence to be put upon Umhlonhlo, and the value of his support, or otherwise, that he would be likely to supply ; at the same time, I have made the Government aware of my views of this matter, and I feel confident that your services will receive the thanks which they so deservedly merit. The vacation of Messrs. Cumming and Molife of the offices which they held under Government will form the subject of enquiry in the usual manner at some future date. I have, &c., &c., (Signed) A true copy. — C. W. H. C. BROWNLEE, Chief Magistrate, Kokstad. 105 Copy.—No. 181 | 80.J [ Annexure L in No. 162. ] Magistrate’s Office, Maclear, 15th October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand, Kokstach Sir, — I have the honour to submit for your information, a report from Messrs. Cumming and Molife upon duties. I directed them to proceed on to Lebenya’s Location and, if possible, assist in your relief from Mr. Liefeldt’s Residency. Also the return to Mount Fletcher, and subsequent escape they made to Barkly. I have, Ac., Ac., (Signed) JOHN R. THOMSON, Resident Magistrate. [ Annexure M in No. 162. ] Copy.—No, 182 | 80.] Resident Magistrate’s Office, Maclear, 15th October, 1880. Sir, —With reference to matters in connection with proceedings, and which ultimately led to our leaving Mount Fletcher, we have the honour to report that on the morning of the 6th instant, Lehana turned up with a fair number of his men, according to the instructions; as also two youno* men, who were clad in clothing plundered from the shops, also being the bearers of a message to Lehana from Padella (Makwai’s brother), o( his having already cleared the country at Matatiele of those who called them - selves Government people. Several of Lehana's men turned back from Mount Fletcher. Zibi’s brother met us with about forty men, but when passing Siwana Station more than half of his men had to return to Zibi’s, as an alarm had been given that the rebels were about crossing below the Kinera, in the direction of Zibi’s. We reached Lehana’s Kraal in the evening, when he told us that all his people had deserted him and joined the rebels, and he could only trust to about eighty men, and which lie could call his own. On the 7th we proceeded to Pabellong, accompanied by Lehana and Lebenya. We also learned there that the report was Mr. Brownlee had made his escape, and Mr. Liefeldt had to fly to Lupenda’s. At Pabellong we enquired as to the meaning of the cattle being driven towards the mountains, and put the question as to the cause of the disturbance on the border of the district. Lebenya said he was himself surprised at what was going (on ?), and could give no explanation. But Stephans, the Evangelist at Pabellong, gave a long report of the state of the affairs, and to the sacking of the shops along the main road from Ongeluk’s Nek, and said the shops at the school had been sacked by William Setele’s order. We found there were many men present who were rebels. We left, and proceeded to Mapilliba’s and petty headmen in Lebenya’s Location, noticing that the rebels were turning in the direction ofMagahla’s. We reached Mapilliba’s, and off-sadclled at Fontain’s shop, which we found also sacked. We received no satisfactory answer from Mapilliba for the plunder of the shop. While there we received a report from Lehana that Umhlonhlo and Lushutu had attacked some loyal Pondomise, capturing some cattle and killing one man and wounding another, and that Umhlonhlo had proceeded 106 to Mr. Rutter’s shop, where Dingwana was to meet him. Another messenger from Zibi came to say that Leshutu was demanding the cattle which had fled through to his location from the said Pondomise ; the same messenger also reported that Shawo and Filimone, petty headmen under Lebenya, had sent to Zibi requesting his permission to plunder the shop in his Location. Here the aspect of affairs changed, and we found ourselves placed in a ghastly position, and Lehaua advised us to return to Mount Fletcher ; and that night Shawo’s son informed Mr. Molife that he had also put in his lot with the rebels, and that the rebellion had long been arranged amongst the chiefs. We returned to Mount Fletcher with Lehaua. The greater part of his men now were affected b}^ the prevailing spirit, and showed no respect to us as Government men, nor would they take any notice of our orders. After reaching Mount Fletcher, we had a consultation with Lehana, as we were cut off from the Residency, according to the report from Lehana ; therefore deemed it necessary to reach it by some other route. We also learned that two policemen in charge of some prisoners were compelled to let them go before reaching Mr. Rutter’s, and had fled to Zibi’s. On mentioning to Lehana that it was advisable to leave, he objected, and then retired. With reference to the Europeans who were at Mount Fletcher, we sent a man to take them from the shop to a spot where they were to await us ; but on reaching the spot, some of them had already left, and we were ODly accompanied by those who had waited. Thus under the above circumstances we left. We have, &c., &c., (Signed) ROBERT F. GUMMING. (Signed) ABNER MOLIFE. P.S.—Mr. Molife was strongly advised by his friends that we were to quit Mount Fletcher that night. He and others prevailed on Mr. Gumming. (Signed) A. M. [ Annexure N in No. 162. ] Copy.] Leary, Mount Frere, to Chief Magistrate, Kokstad. 24th October, 1880. A loyal Pondomise, who has just come through, states Mr. Welsh was also to have been killed yesterday. All shops looted in Tsolo District. This murdering of Magistrates was a preconcerted arrangement. A slight skirmish took place between our people and Pondomise at Empenda this morning. Pondomise driven across, with loss of two horses and forty goats. Have told headmen on Tina side to be careful and not attack, simply to resist. Copy.] [ No. 163. ] Chief Magistrate, Umtata, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. Complete text of letter received from Davies, Hope’s clerk :—“ It is my sad and painful duty to write and tell you that Hope, Henman, and 107 Warrene are brutally murdered by Umhlonhlo and people. I was only saved by Umhlonhlo himself, though on point of being tilled. This happened last Saturday, at 10 a.m., at meeting Hope held at Suluikama, twenty miles from here, and on main road to Thomson’s District. It is a frightful tragedy. There were upwards of seven hundred men present. All our wagons, eveiy thing on them, taken, with four hundred guns, twenty- seven thousand rounds ammunition, the office dwelling-house sacked, telegraph wire cut and instrument smashed, three traders murdered, shops looted. We are at Shawbury ; seventeen Europeans, without women and children. Traders mamed Usher, Thomson, and Martin killed. Umhlonhlo ordered missionaries and traders not to be killed, but his treachery is deep, and we cannot trust him. His army, about one thousand men, massed at Qumbu, and he, Umquikela, Nqwiliso, Basutos, Kreli, Gangelizwe, Stock Tyali, in rebellion. This Umhlonhlo told me personally, and that all magistrates are to be killed, but no traders or missionaries. The Bacas, so far as I can gather, on our side, and to-day, took some of Umhlonhlo’s horses. We are in great trouble, completely hemmed in, though Umhlonhlo guarantees our safety. Communications with Brownlee cut off. Have no means of letting him know. Welsh and clerk hemmed in by Umditshwa. Thomson is at Rutter’s with thirty Barkly men Hope, though warned, never thought such tragedy would happen. Please warn all Europeans not to pass through these parts. Let. Government know state of affairs here soon as possible. Am afraid, should insufficient force be sent up here, we will all have our throats cut. We are wholly in Umhlonhlo’s power. Trouble great. Please strongly urge the Government that if force does come here, it be strong enough to carry the day; if not, will all be murdered.” Handed in at Umtata 5'35 pan. Received at Cape Town, 6*50 p.m., 26th October, 1880. [ No. 164. ] Copy.] Telegram from Secretary Native Affairs to Blyth, C.M.G., Buttenvorth. 26th October, 1880. Captain Giles leaves with gun and 100 men, to be followed to-morrow by another lot ; these will take supply of guns for you. The men go on to Elliot, and will await movement of burghers, who will move on in force from Queen’s Town and Dordrecht, operating from these directions upon Pondomise. Two thousand are called out, and as Colonel Clai ke does not require more men mounted, assume this force will nearly all go in this direction. Civil Commissioner, Dordrecht, reports Thomson shut in twenty-five miles from his seat, forty men, and supply of ammunition short; had gone to meet Hope. Austen and Civil Commissioner, Wodeliouse, have been instructed to send him relief; has fortified his position. (Signed) W. AYL1FF. 108 [ No. 165. J Copy.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Umtata, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. 27th October, 1880. I have just received following by a native messenger, dated St. Paul’s Mission, 26tli instant, evening :— ci I will be glad if this information will reach your office. Messrs. Welsh (Magistrate of ’Tsolo), Gumming, and Rev. Cameron, with Mr. R. Stewart, and others—ten souls in all of white people—and four native police, are still alive. They shut themselves in the prison on Sunday, the 24th, for being persuaded by the Pondomise wanted to kill them. From Sunday morning Umditshwa tried to stop his people, those who want to kill the Magistrate, till next morning. Yesterday Umditshwa went to ask Mr. Welsh to come out. He promised that he would not kill him. He said he don’t like to kill any white man as Umhlonhlo. I will go with you till you cross the Umtata, and leave you there. No one who will kill you, so Umditshwa said. But the Magistrate refused, saying, ‘ I am afraid ; do what you like ; I will not come out ; I will die in this prison.’ Nov/, in this present moment, are still in the prison. Umditshwa stopped his people, and told them not to touch the Magistrate ; he don’t like to shed blood, only Umhlonhlo. We expected him every night to come out to kill this Magistrate. Only these ten souls, besides children—Mr. Welsh’s and Learey’s families. Horse, cattle, office, houses, captured and burnt down. Besides, sir, here are three mission schools belonging to Rev. B. Key. These are loyals, but we do not show them that we are Government people, because we are surrounded. We are not in one place, because as soon as we come together they will see that we are enemies, but we keep ourselves rebels by our talks amongst them only, to save our souls. These missions are St. Paul’s, Kxokonga, Umbongotwuna, St. Augustine. We are exactly Government people. Please save all Magistrates and us from danger ; also we are without arms. Ask the bearer, William ; he will explain more fully. This application is from me and the mission men.” [ No 166. ] Copy.—No. A 126 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Umtata, Tembuland, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. Qumbelo, Nqwiliso’s brother, has given information that Nqwiliso takes his army against Umditshwa to-night 5 also that troops from Kokstad are at Tshuogwane to-night t and intend to attack Umhlonhlo to-morrow morning. Handed in at Umtata, 3‘5 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 4'53 p.m., 27th October, 1880. [ No. 167. ] Copy.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Umtata, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. William Goss, trader near Wilili’s, managed to come through las night. He was concealed at a kraal a day and night. He reports eleven 109 Europeans, including Welsh and family, also five natives, shut up in gaol. Have some provisions ; fair supply of ammunition. If a force, consisting of not less than from 400 to 500 Blytb’s Fingoes, and from 200 to 300 Europeans, are sent at once, they may yet be saved, as this force could cut their way in and out. The constant strain on the few armed and willing hands is telling upon them. Reports day and night most conflicting. Handed in at Umtata 6‘55 a.m. Received here at Gape Town, 7-34 a.m., 27tli October, 1880. [ No. 168. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. Have heard that Walter Stanford and Major Boyes are at Clarkebury. Under circumstances, would suggest that Robert Stanford should be sent to Soutlieyville temporarily; that is, if you consider it safe, and send an official to Emigrant Tembuland. Slang River farmers have all left. Morris is now at Dordrecht. Pity these men not enrolled, as they would have been useful. Handed in at Umtata, 9*35 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 10*29 a.m., 27th October, 1880. [ No. 169. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Chief Magistrate, Umtata, Tembuland, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. Gangelizwe visited me yesterday, accompanied by Umbandi and about eighteen of his Fingoes. He was cringing in his assurance of loyalty to the Government and affection fo myself, but so drunk that I could make nothing of him. I subsequently heard the Halas had refused to accompany him, being opposed to his visit, and that he himself is opposed to war, but all minor chiefs for it. Macdonald’s, of Centuli, near old Cicera, office, sacked last night by Umdikizwe’s men. JNquiliso, with large body of men on other side Umtata, professing to be devoted loyally to Government, but has not turned Pondomise over his border. He has just applied t) me for force to assist them to do so. I need hardly say I refused. All well here at present. Handed in at Umtata, 11*0 a.m, Received at Cape Town, 11*51 a.m., 27th October, 1880. [ No. 170. ] Copy.—Telegram.—No. A 121 | 80, N.A.O,] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, to Secretary for Native Affairs. Reported that Umhlonhlo and Umditshwa have effected a junction about ten miles from this. Nquiliso has been hovering about all day with 110 very large force, making no effort to dislodge enemy, but is in evident communication with them. Tembu chief Mdukiswa in open rebellion. Communication will probably be cut off to-night. Handed at Umtata, 2 - 35 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 3’28 p.m., 27th October, 1880. [ No. 171. ] Copy.—A 138 j 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Elliot, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Umquiliso’s and Umditshwa’s forces are about five miles from this, and about two from each other. Messengers constantly passing between them. I sent to Nqwiliso to push on to Tsolo at once. His reply was :—“My men came out with sjamboks, my men are sitting at home ; I did not know they were wanted to fight.” I have sent my reply. Handed in at Umtata, 3T0 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 5*4 p.m., 28th October, 1880. [ No. 172. ] Copy.—No. A 120 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Butterworth, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. All quiet here, but Fingoes anxious and sore at being left in such a defenceless state. Elliot reports that Pondomise are trying to effect junction with Gwatis. This would raise the immigrant Tembus, and our position would be serious. Steps I have taken to increase militia, and other means have done much good and re-assured district. 25 Europeans should be stationed at Ibeka, where fort and ammunition are. Rumours of all kinds prevalent. State of affairs generally unsettled. More arms wanted here; the two hundred rifles now on way only replace those sent on, and which fell into Pondomise hands. Cannot be left so defencless, and must exercise sole control in this district at present junc¬ ture. Forward movement of Burghers will do good. Handed in at Butterworth, 3 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 4*55 p.m., 27th October, 1880. [ No. 173. J Copy.] Telegram from Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Captain Blyth, Butterworth. 27th October, 1880. Captain Giles is hurrying on, and hoj)e in day or so will reach you. You will then know better than we do now w r hat the Tembus really contem¬ plate doing. Elliot does not appear very hopeful of them. Loose gun¬ powder is being sent to you for the use of any of the muzzle-loaders you Ill may have in store surrendered by the Fiugoes. How many of these have you? Welsh and Thomson in very unfortunate position, and force being hurried on for their relief. Neither Gangelizwe or Nquiliso seem to know what they are doing ; and hope that wiser counsels will prevail. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. [ No. 174. ] Copy.—A 127 | 80, S.N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs- All well. Nquiliso is attacking Umditshwa from Pondoland side. Handed in at Umtata, 6 a.m. Received at Cape Town, G*30 a.m., 28th October, 1880. [ No. 175. ] Copy.—No. A 128 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, to Secretary for Native Affairs. Following just received from Welsh, with signet ring :—“Dear Elliot, send help for God’s sake! I am surrounded and looted. (Signed) A. Welsh, Tsolo, 26th instant.” Where is Giles ? Handed in at Umtata, 9*(8?) 45 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 9 - 55 a.m., 28th October, 1880. [ No. 176. ] Copy.—A 129 | 80, N.A.O.J Telegram from Elliot, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. It is important that a force should be pushed forward for relief of Tsolo as quickly as possible. This, of course, can’t be done till Giles arrives. Some smart fellows here, and good shots who know the country, are anxious to go on this service. I suppose Bourne will command here 5 he is, I believe senior. Handed in at Umtata, 9’45 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 10-3 a.m., 28th October, 1880. [No. 177.] Copy.] Telegram from Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Captain Blyth, Butterworth. 28th October, 1880. Assume that you have word from Elliot about Nquiliso’s and Kokstad forces movements : these will have a very important effect upon Tcmbus ; much depends upon success of these movements, and speedy action of 112 Captain Giles, who should now he near to you with his force and your guns. Will attend to your idea of men at Ibeka ; but the relief of Elliot, M elsh, and Thomson, are the first consideration just now. Ayliff with Herschel Fingoes, and Nesbitt with European force, are moving* upon Gatberg, and will it is hoped be there very shortly^", if not already. Assist Giles in any way you can to get on rapidly ; don’t wait for orders. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. [ No. 178. ] Copy.—No. 137 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Just heard that Welsh was to be murdered yesterdajq as already pointed out to you. He is helpless, there appears no possibility for the escape of his clerk or himself. Thomson may soon share the same fite ; am directing Strachan to leave Basutos and do all in his power if not too late to rescue Welsh and Thomson. Handed in at Kokstad, 12*30 p.m., 25th October, 1880. Handed in at East London, 12*30 p.m. Received Cape Town, 5*23 p.m., 28th October, 1880. [ No. 179. ] Copy.—No. A 132 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Umtata, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. Have told Welsh to hold on to the last, that relief is at hand. Nquiliso’s service is half hearted, and am not sure but that it is by arrangement to save himself in the end. Handed in at Umtata, 2*15 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 2*48 p.m., 28th October, 1880. j_ No. 180. ] Copy.-No. 133 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. The following just received from "Welsh, Tsolo, dated this morning, four-fifteen a.m. :—Umditshwa’s people have looted this place, and I am occupying the prisons with the Stewarts, Learys, and Cameron, and four Europeans and five of my police. To-morrow Umditshwa intends escort¬ ing us out, but as I dread treachery I shall stick to my prison and die hard if it comes to that. Do try to send me an escort of or (sic) fifty men to aid me holding on till relief arrives. Don’t lose an hour else you may be too late. Please wire substance of above to S. N. A., and forward enclosed private telegram to Solomon. Send help, if possible, without it we must all perish, as 1 have but little ammunition.^ 113 Thursday morning, 4T5 a.m. Coke’s letters to Cameron just to hand, do not delay an hour in sending aid, 50 men could come safely. I think all well yet and will try to hold out till relief come. Handed in at Umtata, 2 # 45 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 3T0 p.m., 28th October, 1880. L No. 181. ] Copy.—No. A 136 | 80, N.A.O.J Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, to Secretary Native Affairs. Following received from Rev. Davis, dated Shawbury, 27th October :— 1 take it for granted that you have all heard of the murder of Messrs. Hope, Warrene, and Henman, and that Mr. Welsh and many others are shut up in the Tsolo gaol. Thomson the mason, Gf. Usher, and Martin, killed. The last from Mr. Thomson, the Magistrate, is that the Basutos cannot manage to get at him (he), and the 30 volunteers have entrenched themselves. The same is said of Rutter and 30 volunteers. We hear that Strachan is at Mount Frere with his volunteers. There is to be a combined movement against the Amabaca of Umqikelo’s, Umhlonhlo’s and Makwai’s people on Friday, unless something unforeseen prevents. We have the following Europeans here who have been allowed by the chief to take refuge in the Mission here :—Wilson, Brunette, Wood, Ryder, Goss, McGlasan, Thomson, Beningfield, Sill, Cusens, Sharpley, Bradley, Collins, my brother, Webb and Gunkell. Yesterday I applied to Umhlonhlo to be allowed to bury Mr. Hope and others, but was refused permission. About three hundred sniders with 26,000 rounds of ammunition, besides box powder, bullets, lead, have fallen into Umhlonhlo’s hands. For obvious reasons I will not sign my name. Mr. Griffin will know my handwriting. Would recommend that for the future all sniders under transport should have the needles taken out so as to render them useless should they fall into the enemy’s hands. Handed in at Umtata, 3'50 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 4’40 p.m., 28th October, 1880. [ No. 182. ] Copy.—Telegram.] Secretary Native Affairs to Major Elliot, Umtata. 28th October, 1880. Men are moving down from Barkly to Gatberg, and will, it is hoped, co-operate with Kokstad force in relief of Tsolo and Thomson, If you can send to Welsh, do so, and let him know what is doing ; it will encourage him to know what efforts are being made for his help. Giles you know left King William’s Town on Tuesday, and should be at or near Butterworth to-night. Blyth will assist in every way, and will let you know what he is doing. You will have to rely upon your judgment and better knowledge than we possess as to the strength of force necessary for help of Welsh. We can’t know what effect Nqwiliso’s action has upon affairs about you. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. [A. 35—’'81.1 i 114 [ No. 183. ] C opy. —Telegra m. ] Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Capo Town. Heard last night by wire from Mount Frere that Hope, Henman and Warrene were murdered by Umhlonhlo. Secured hundred and fifty sniders and quantity of ammunition. Said that Tembus will also rise, we cannot say how far this will spread. Have the most serious apprehension for the safety of Welsh and Thomson ; we are at present unable to help them. Expect Baker up to-morrow or next day, and arms from King William’s Town in about five days. Makaula and Jojo still staunch and sending hundred natives and arms to Matatiele, and have directed Strachan to de¬ tach men to assist Zibi and the tribes nearest to Umhlonhlo, and who are likely to be first attacked. We have now on hand a much larger and more difficult matter than we had before, and how we are to find men and means to meet the work I do not see. At present we are holding our own simply through the friendly natives. All the rebel Basutos on this side, we find, have cleared out of the country in a few days. We have now a much more formidable force to contend against, and it is not yet certain how many more may rise, for our policy has united them all under one common grievance. Strachan, thus far, has been our stand-by. Europeans are what we now require : Natives are already asking where is our white army ? Before Umhlonhlo’s treachery we had enough men, arms were our only need. We will now require one thousand Europeans to finish this work, and the sooner they come the better. Wire is cut and no chance of repairing. Handed in at Kokstad, 12*30 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 3*37 p.m. ; Kokstad 25th, East London 28th, 3*5 p.m., Cape Town 28th October, 1880. [ No. 184. ] Copy.] Telegram from Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Major Elliot, Umtata. 28th October, 1880. Have heard from Brownlee, dated 25tli. He says, I am expecting Baker to-morrow, that is 26th. He does not say anything about the force reported to you from there to attack Umhlonhlo, but that he is sending natives to strengthen Zibi and the loyal natives who will likely be attacked by Um¬ hlonhlo. These will, I hope, relieve Thomson ; but how Welsh is to be re¬ lieved before Giles arrives I don’t know. Nesbitt was to have moved over to Gatberg with Europeans, and Ayliff with 100 Fingoes, but do not hear where they are ; hope we may hear shortly. Burghers are being called out, 3,500. Fear Nquiliso is playing a double game, and will be little use to you. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. 115 [ No. 185. ] Copy.—No. A 134 | 80, N.A.O.l Telegram from the Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary, Native Affairs. October 2Gth. Following latest from Mount Frere :—Reported all male Europeans in Umditshwa’s and some in Gatberg districts killed. Reported Rev. Davis lias communicated with Umtata. Hope’s horse and gun sent to Umqikela. Handed in at Kokstad, 26th October. Received at Cape Town, via East London, 28t,h inst., 3*18 p.m. L No. 186. ] Copy.] Telegram from Secretary for Native Affairs to C. Brownlee, Chief Magis¬ trate, Kokstad. 29 th October, 1880. Am glad that you have sent Strachan to Thomson’s and perhaps Welsh’s relief; only fear the threatened attack upon the Bacas may prevent this. Rev. Davis sends out from Shawbury to say that this was con¬ templated on the 29th by Umqikela, Umhlonhlo, Makvvai and others. Welsh sends out to say that he is well, but hopes that relief is coming soon. Davis says that Thomson says that he can keep rebels off, and that he is well. This can’t last long, and can only hope that Strachan will be able to help him. Suppose that Baker will go with Strachan, as other force of 300 Europeans is being raised for you in Natal, and will soon be on the way. Stanford has had to abandon his place, as has Gumming, and are falling back upon Dordrecht, and Levey reports threatened attack upon himself by Emigrant Tembus ; none can say now where it will end. Elliot called upon Nquiliso to attempt the relief of Welsh, but replied that his men had not brought out guns, only sjamboks, not knowing they were to fight. Giles leaves Butterworth to-day, and is followed by other forces in a day or so. Nesbitt is at Barkly with 150 men, but cannot attempt the relief of Gatberg with such a force, nor would it be wise to do so. Men are sent to Queen's Town to strengthen the position, which now is a critical one. Three thousand Burghers are called out. The ballotting takes place to-day, and they will be ordered to the front as soon as can be. This all takes time, and the enemy is encouraged by absence of opposition. Colonists realise gravity of things, and are hearty in support. Tembus are very uncertain, but it appears that through fear Gangelizwe is holding back, and is producing this effect upon people. You may, it seems, leave the pursuit of rebels, and turn all your attention to matters this way, es¬ pecially in supporting Makaula, who should be assisted at any price. With the supply of arms and your forces, it appears that Strachan and Baker may be very well employed in this direction. Col. Clarke appears to be getting on well, and is establishing his camp before moving upon the Basutes, and thinks of attacking Moletsane next. Just now it seems that we are in a more difficult position than he is, and it will require all our force and energy to deal with it. The loss of the wire is very serious. Austen and Maclean have cleared the Tembus out of the Telle, and are quiet now for a time. Got your telegram of the 25th, and will be glad of further report of your doings. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. i 2 116 [ No. 187. 1 Copy.—Telegram.] Chief Magistrate, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Bormoana’s people broken out ; looting shops and sweeping all cattle away. Handed in at Umtata, 7TO p.m. Received in Cape Town, 8’50 p.m., 28th October, 1880. [ No. 138. ] Copy.—A 140 | 80, N.A.O.J Telegram from Elliot, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Stanford wires from Indwe that Engcobo and Xalanga have all got out safely. Handed in at Umtata at 8*45 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 8*58 pan., 28th October, 1880. [ No. 189. ] Copy.—JSlo. A 148 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Elliot, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Nqwiliso’s reply to my last message was that he would turn out his men to-day and march to-morrow morning early to bring out Welsh and party. The Rev. Morris, who has rendered me valuable service with six picked men, two wagons with extra spans of oxen, each European tak¬ ing spare horse, accompanying Nqwiliso. I don’t think any serious opposition will be offered. The Pondomise on Umhlonhlo’s side are now likely moving eastward to meet forces from Natal. I can rely upon the courage and discretion of the men I am send¬ ing ; they will leave with instructions how to act under all probable obstructions or difficulties. Gangelizwe has just arrived with his children, and placed himself under my protection, stating that he can no longer restrain some of his people, and therefore declines to hold himself respon¬ sible for their actions. I have sent the children to school, and promised protection to Gangelizwe. It is not a general rising of the whole Tembu tribe. Handed in at Umtata, 11*45 a.m. Received at Cape Town, P40 p.m., 29th October, 1880. [ No. 190. ] Copy.—No. A 147 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Butter worth, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Elliot reports all Tembus have risen ; raids will be at once made on our border. Arms not yet arrived; am raising natives fast, but stopped for 117 arms. More must at once be sent. Giles has been stopped by Elliot at Iduty wa. European force must be placed here to act with natives, who are most anxious at their unarmed position; will do all I possibly can, but arms and Europeans must be sent. Handed in at Butterworth, 12*10 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 1*52 p.m., 29th October, 1880. [ No. 191. ] Copy. —Telegram.] Secretary for Native Affairs to Captain Blyth, Butterworth. 29th October, 1880. Detention of Giles at Butterworth satisfactory, and he will give you protection. Storekeeper, King V/illiam’s Town, reports 400 Snider rifles at Ibeka ; hope you are making use of these, and any others you can lay hands upon. You have not said how many guns you have now. Large European forces are being pushed to the front as quickly as possible, and hope they will soon be to the front, Will do all I can in way of getting your arms. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. [ No. 192.] Copy.—No. A 157 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Butterworth, Transkei, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Your telegram received. King reports Levey has left; the other Magistrates in Tembuland also left ; the whole of Tembuland risen. I have already stated to various authorities that I have 600 smooth bores kept by me when Fingoes were disarmed. Until to-day no ammunition for these, only small supply. The (200 rifles sent only replace those now in hands of Pondomise sent from here by Government. Fingoes feel sore and anxious at the promises of Government not being carried out when they were disarmed. Tembus would be treated same way, and feel faith has been broken. I am doing all 1 can to restore contidence. I am in communication with Commissioner of Crown Lands. Copies of all telegrams to him will be sent you. 1 go to Ugawekwe to-day. Position serious and grave. Handed in at Butterworth, 9*30 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 9*40 a.m., 31st October, 1880. Copy.— 389. j [ No. 193. J Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, Kokstad, 29th October, 1880. The Honourable the Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Sir,—E nclosed I have the honour to forward for your information, correspondence to date regarding our position. 118 From the enclosed you will find that though Commandant Strachan has done good service, and was pursuing the rebels across the Orange River, that the successful operations have been counterbalanced by the treachery of Umhlonhlo and Umditshwa. The telegraph line having been cut beyond Mount Frere, we have been unable to obtain any reliable information regarding the position of Messrs. Welsh and Thomson. The first report was that Mr. Welsh, with every male European in his district, had been murdered. Subsequently came a report that he had cut his way out to fJmtata, and this afternoon that he and his family, together with other European families, were shut up in the gaol at Tsolo, where they were endeavouring to defend them¬ selves. Should this be so, unless aid comes from the Umtata, I fear the worst will be over before 1 can afford relief. Regarding Mr. Thomson, reports are equally conflicting: the first report was, that ho had been attacked for two days at Rutter’s trading station, that he had repulsed the attack on both days, and that he had been relieved ; but the last report states that he is still besieged at Rutter’s, about 30 miles from the Gatberg Residency. You will see from the reports what I am endeavouring to do to send relief. Reports from Pondoland are also contradictory and perplexing. Umhlonhlo has sent Mr. Hope’s gun and horse to Umqikela. It is reported that Umqikela directed Umhlonhlo’s messenger to say he dis¬ approved of Umhlonhlo’s action, and would have nothing to do with him, and that Umhlonhlo would have to account to Government for his action. Nevertheless it is said that Umqikela has retained the horse and gun ; this makes his action doubtful and suspicious ; but had he at once sent back the horse and gun, there would have been no reason, to suspect him. Whatever Umqikela’s intentions may be, I apprehend that within a few days there will be a collision between the Xesibes and border Pondo clans, and if so, the matter is likely to spread through the whole of Eastern Pondoland. Three days since the Pondos made a raid on Xesibe kraals, drove off the owners, while mounted Pondos protected their women, while carrying off the Xesibe grain ; and about the same time, large bands of armed men showed themselves on the Xesibe border from Bekameva’s clan, saying they were in pursuit of cattle stolen from Bckameva, but could shew no traces to the Xesibes of the cattle alleged to have been stolen. I have sent 150 of Mr. Strachan’s men to Mount Frere, with arms and ammunition to Makaula’s people, and to reinforce them against Umditshwa and Umhlonhlo, and 125 of Colonel Baker’s men left this afternoon with the same object. Makaula, thus reinforced, would be able to repel every attack of the Pondomise, and being on the flank of the Eastern Pondos, his being thus strengthened may be the means of keeping ihe Pondos quiet. As soon as Baker’s men reach Mount Frere, Makaula will be able to take offensive action against the Pondomise ; and as I have directed Strachan to discontinue his pursuit of the Basuto rebels, and turn his attention to the Pondomise, I think they will be soon scattered and broken up, though relief may come too late for Welsh and Thomson. I have directed Mr. Read in the strongest terms to prevent, by all means in his power, any collision with the Pondos ; this, in fact, has been my constant direction to him ever since I assumed office here, and thus far, under the most irritating circumstances, the Xesibes have implicitly obeyed the orders given to them. I have, &c., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE, Chief Magistrate. 119 f Annexure in No. 193. ] Copy.—1574.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, 29th October, 1880. To Commandant Liefeldt, Ludidi’s. Sir, —From information received yesterday by wire, it appeared that Mr. Welsh had made his escape from Tsolo, and had got to Umtata, but from intelligence received to-day, it appears that he and his family, together with one or two other European families, have taken shelter in the gaol, where they are defending themselves. It is also reported that Mr. Thomson a<- Rutter’s had repelled several attacks of the rebels, and that he had been relieved ; but from information received to-day it appears that he is still shut up at Rutter’s. Immediately on receipt of this I wish you, if possible, to obtain information of the position of Messrs. Welsh and Thomson, and if they are shut up as stated, to take such measures as are in your power for their relief. Commandant Strachan has received orders to retire from the Orange River, to assist you in crushing Umhlonhlo and Umditshwa, and to assist in relieving Messrs. Welsh and Thomson, and a force will move from Mount Frere for the same purpose ; but as both these forces are far removed from the position where aid is so vitally needed, I depend on you to do all in your power to organize relief (without ?) a moment’s delay. I have to inform you that, in accomplishing this important work, you have the fullest authority to incur any needful expenditure. I have, Ac., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE, Chief Magistrate. [ Annexure in No. 193. ] Copy.] Head-quarter Column, Nquatsha’s Nek, 28th October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Kokstad. Sir,—I have the honour to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of yesterday’s date, and to inform you that, prior to the arrival of your communication, I had dispatched a second patrol in the direction of Katyuli’s Location. This patrol I recalled immediately on hearing of your wishes with regard to a return of my column to Matatiele, but they have not yet arrived in camp. A portion of my first and main patrol to the Orange River has returned, but with so many jaded and knocked-up horses, that it would be utterly impossible to make any further movements with them, until they have had forty-eight hours’ rest. Several of the men, boili Europeans and natives, have left their horses on the road, either dead or unfit to travel further. Mr. Gamer and Sidoi’s men, with a portion of the Kokstad Volunteers, are still at Nquatshu’s caves, which are occupied by the rebels. A report has at this moment been received, stating that the patrol at Katyuli’s have been fired upon while retiring in obedience to my recall. 1 have, etc., (Signed) D. STRACHAN, Commandant Field Forces. 120 l Annexure in No. 193. ] Copy.] My dear Mr. Brownlee, —If the Government cannot put more men in the field, the sooner we abandon the country the better. These men have done wonders in the last few days, and now expected to march at once to relief of other districts in an opposite direction and a long* distance off; why can the Griquas, Xesibis, Bacas, and Hlubis not bo armed and patrol their own district. And as the Government seems to expect from us what is impossible for such a force, I would wish to be relieved at once, and some one appointed who will carry out these orders. Yours truly, (Signed) D. STRACHAN. [ Annexuri in No. 193. J Copy.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Gnqualand, 29t"h October, 1880. My dear Strachan, —I can 'fully sympathise with you in your dis¬ appointment at being recalled from your successful and satisfactory work, especially after all the hardships and privations that you and your men have undergone, without tents or shelter, and with defective commissariat arrangements. I should gladly have employed Hlubis, Griquas, Xesibis and others, as proposed, in the work which is now so imperative ; but these people are unarmed, and for garrisoning Kokstad I have at present only the half armed Griquas and a few Europeans. Every available stand of arms I have sent you, together with a supply of ammunition. I have sent 150 men to Mount Erere with a few arms and a little ammunition, and to the badly armed Xesbis, who are threatened by a Pondo invasion, 1 am sending 75 muzzle-loaders with a little ammuni¬ tion ; and you know how badly armed Liefeldt’s men are, while your men, who are better armed, and in every way more reliable than Liefeldt’s, are at present our main stay. You have marked out a course of action for yourself that has succeeded wonderfully well, and naturally you feel disappointed at being stopped be¬ fore finally and fully accomplishing your work ; and I can assure you it was with great reluctance that I felt necessitated to interfere in your plans, and above all, 1 felt great sorrow that the dire necessity had arisen ; but after all you have, at great discomfort and loss to your private affairs, come out to put down the rebellion, and the question simply is, where is your presence, or where are your men, most required ? Welsh with his wife and children, by a telegram just received, are shut up in the gaol with other Europeans with their families. We are doing all in our power to relieve them from this side. Thomson has fortified himself at Rutter’s, where he is shut up, and we have not been able to learn how it is with his family and other Europeans at Gatberg. Our first work is to crush Umditshwa and Umhlonhlo, and to relieve them who have been shut up ; when this has been done we will have plain sailing, and then Griquas, Xesibis, and others can be employed wherever they are required. I am very sorry that you speak of retiring from the work ; but if I know you, I think you are not the man to be deterred by difficulties, or to leave half finished what you have undertaken to do. You know how strongly I have urged the Government to send us aid, and how frequently I have pointed out the magnitude of the work, into which we 121 were helplessly drifting. The Government at that time did not see the danger to which we were exposed ; but are now fully alive to the position, and are sending up reinforcements to Basutoland and to Umtata, as well as 250 more Europeans to this, under Captain von Linsingen. It is said that Nquiliso has declared for the Government, and that Gangelizwe is on the same side ; but with all the treachery and duplicity we have seen we can rely on no protestations till parties are fully com¬ mitted ; still affairs look more hopeful than they have ; we appear now to have come to the worst, and may hope that we have come to the turning- point. We wish to relieve those who are shut up with their families, and if by your overworked men, you can bring us round the corner, the satis¬ faction to you will be the same as if you had accomplished this, and according to your own programme which has now unfortunately to be abandoned ; and I am sure in thinking the matter over, you will see that what I have now detailed is the best course, and the only proper one to be adopted under present circumstances; I am sending off an express to Liefeldt to tell him of the position of affairs, and to do all he possibly can in giving relief. Yours truly, (Signed) C. BROWNLEE. [ Annexure in No. 193. ] Copy.—No. 1573.] Office of Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand, 29th October, 1880. Sir,—W ith reference to your letter of yesterday’s date, I have the honour to state that nothing more could possibly have been done than has been accomplished by you. Matters are, however, so critical in the Pondomise country, that relief must at once be sent them. Welsh is said to have taken refuge in his gaol with his family and a few other Europeans, while Thomson is reported to be still at Rutter’s. It is imperatively necessaiy for you to dispatch as many of your men as have horses still able to work, to the assistance of Messrs. Welsh and Thomson, detaining with you such as are unable to proceed ; these men, together with the Illubis, should be able to raise the siege at Rutter’s and relieve Mr. Thomson. Baker’s men are leaving this to-day for Mount Frere, and will endeavour to relieve Mr. Welsh ; but as it will take five days for them to reach their destination, I depend more on you for the relief of Mr. Welsh than on the force now leaving this ; for matters now on the Pondo border are so unsettled and unsatisfactory that we may require all the men now being sent to Mount Frere to simply hold that position. I greatly regret to have to recall you from the successful work in which you are now engaged ; but, as defensive operations must be com¬ pleted before we can undertake offensive operations, 1 am necessitated to give the present order. I have applied to the Natal Government for more arms, but cannot get them. I have, therefore, asked the Cape Government to send one thousand stand. More reinforcements in men are coming up by Umtata, and we are to have 250 more by sea, and I trust that in a few days more Umditshwa and Umhlonhlo will be so far settled, that we will be able to give our undivided attention to the Basutos. 1 have, &c., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE. 122 [ Annexuee in No. 193. ] Copy.—No. 1751.] Office of the Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand, 29th October, 1880. Colonel Baker, Commanding East Griqualand. Sir, — In accordance with the arrangements made, and the conclusions arrived at yesterday and the day before, I have the honour to request that you will forward to Mount Erere all the ava lable men of your regiment now in Kolcstad. The officer sent in charge will take command in the Mount Frere District, and in regard to movements to be made, is to consult with the Magistrate of the district, who will communicate wilh Captain Parminter, all information coming under his notice, political as well as what may relate to the movements of the rebels. Captain Parminter, on his arrival at Mount Frere, will find Captain Kinsman with 150 natives, also a few Europeans, and in case of attack on Makaula, or in case of a threatened attack, Captain Parminter should, through the Magistrate, call on Makaula to bring up his men, 200 of whom should always remain under the orders of Captain Parminter, at Mount Frere, or at such other points as may appear most necessary, and while so stationed and not out on active service, they are to be rationed and re¬ ceive sixpence per diem, as they will then be simply doing duty for their own protection ; but as soon as they are called on to move out of their division for the purpose of attacking rebels or any other hostile force, their pay will be the same as that now given to the Umzimkulu men, who have left their homes to take part in the general defence of the country. Judging from the appearance of your men and horses, I feel quite con¬ fident that, should the opportunity be given them, Natal will have just cause to be proved of her sons, who have so willingly and promptly come forward to fight the battles of the Cape Colony. In conclusion, I may state that there are conflicting and unsatisfactory rumours from Pondoland. Umqikela himself, from all accounts, is very averse to any open rupture with us, but some of the border clans, specially Diko, may at any time involve the whole Pondo people in hostilities against us. I trust that Captain Parminter, stationed at Mount Frere, with a re¬ spectable force, will enable him, not only to deal with the rebels, but that it will have the effect of keeping the Pondos quiet. Mr. Read, the Msgistrate, with Jojo, through whose people Captain Parminter will pass, has, for some time past, apprehended an attack from the Pondos. Should an attack unfortunately take jolace before Captain Parminter has passed through, he must support Mr. Read, though I think there is not much likelihood of such a contingency arising. I have, Ac., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE. [ Annexure in No. 193. ] Copy.—No. 180.] Resident Magistrate’s Office, Mount Ayliff, 27th October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Griqualand East. Sir. —Within the last day or two, 1 have come to the conclusion that the Pondos do not intend to remain neutral, notwithstanding all the pro¬ fessions they have made. They are simply putting us off our guard. 123 The Xesibes are loyal to a man, but they are very badly armed. I have about 20 Europeans in the district, but only one or two have guns. I would therefore request that when the guns arrive from Natal that you will be good enough to send me 150 guns and as much ammunition as you can conveniently spare. I have just heard that a fight took place yesterday between Tshang- wana’s people and Mbali’s people, and that firing has been heard this morn¬ ing in the same direction. I have, &c., (Signed) W. H. READ, Resident Magistrate. ( Annexure in No. 193. ] Copy.—1570.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, 28th October, 1880. To the Resident Magistrate, Mr. Ayliff. Sir, —With reference to your letter of yesterday’s date, I have the honour to inform you that I have thought that the best way of supporting you at present at my disposal is to strengthen Makaula, h r the purposo of breaking up the powers of Umditshwa and Umhlonhlo, where the first attach is likely to be made. To-morrow a force of 120 of Baker’s men will pass by Mount Ayliff on their way to Mount Frere, and in case of need they will stay and support you. The day before yesterday I sent off 100 mounted Bacas with arms and ammunition for Mount Frere, and to-day 1 have sent fifty more, and with these reinforcements the Bacas will be able to withstand, or even finally to disperse, the Pondomiso. Mr. Strachan with his force is at present pursuing the rebels across the Orange River. I have given him instructions at once to fall back and support the Gatberg District and I may, if you still consider yourself in danger, detach a portion of his men to your support. 1 have seventy-five stands of arms here ready for you, and expected to have had men here from Mount Ayliff for arms and ammunition ; please send them on at once. You may enrol Europeans at the terms stated by you, namely, for footmen 4s. 6d., and horsemen 7s. Gd., with rations not to exceed 2s. Reinforcements are being hurried up to Umtata from the Colony, and in another week our prospect will be quite changed. Air. Thomson was shut up at Rutter’s, and repelled two strong attacks upon him, and it is said he has now been relieved, and there is also a report that Umhlonhlo has been shot, but this report requires confirmation. I think that the force which will pass you to-morrow, en route to Mount Frere, will have a pacifying effect upon Dike. I have, Ac., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE, Chief Ma gistrate. 124 [ Annexure in No. 193. ] Copy.] The Commandant Fiogo Levies of Matatiele, 26tli October, 1880. Hon. C. Brownlee, East Griqu aland. My dear Mr. Brownlee, —I trust 1 am doing the proper thing by remaining with Strachan and working the rebels out. I have a force of 550 of my own men and 100 of Nomtsheketshe’s, and I must for the pre¬ sent leave my late district to shift for itself, as most of Lupuida’s huts, and all Mayahla’s, were burnt by the rebels. I have sent their women and children into Umsi’s Location, where they can pick up some corn, for Mangugela and his men lost almost all they possessed. I. have been so occupied that I really have not had time to send my accounts of rations for my men before I joined Strachan. As, no doubt, you have already heard about our movements I will not repeat them.—In haste, Yours very truly, (Signed) M. W. LIEFELDT. P.S.—Austen is invaluable to me, the more work he gets the more he wants ; I do not know how I could have got on without him. [ Annexure in No. 193. ] Copy.] Head-quarter Camp, Nquatshu’s Nek, 27th October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, Griqualand East. Sir, — I have the honour to report that since the dispatch of my last letter, I have sent all the sheep and goats captured to Matatiele. No report has yet reached me of the operations of the party under Sub- Commandant Hawthorn, beyond the statement of two natives, who have returned from the Orange River, and report the capture of large flocks of sheep and small stock, the larger cattle and the rebels themselves having effected a crossing before the last rains. The river is at present impass¬ able, two of our men who attempted to cross it, having been drowned. Our patrol is, however, following the rebels down the bed of the river, and have shot ten and wounded several others, among whom are two of the Vinyana Griquas. Lepiana, father of Ramahlaywana, has surrendered to us, and is coming into camp. The paramount chief of the Maputis, Masahama, is here with us, and has, with his people, declared himsell loyal, and seems anxious to assist us. I have acquainted Mr. Liefeldt with the purport of your last letter, and instructed him to render every assistance in his power to Mr. Thomson and the people at Rutter’s store. I will send further particulars on the return of the patrol. I have, Ac., (Signed) D. STRACHAN, Commanding Field Forces. 125 Copy.] Head-quarter Column, Nquashu’s Hoek, 26th October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand. Sir. —I have the honour so inform you with reference to ihe chiel Umdyeketje, that he arrived here a few days ago and was extremely anxious to be be allowed to take part in the operations against the rebels. Immediately on the receipt of the news of the critical state of affairs in the neighbourhood of Mount Frere, I ordered Umdyeketje to return thither ; and have no doubt that the success of the operations during his stay with the column will have a good effect on the minds of the people. I have, &c., (Signed) D. STRACHAN, Commanding Field Forces. Copy.] [ Annexure in No. 193, ] Head-quarter Camp, Nquatsha’s Nek, 26th October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand. Sir, —I have the honour to inform you that since the dispatch of my last letter to you, I have been delayed in the execution of any general offensive operations against the rebels, by the severity of the weather, a violent storm and incessant rain having subjected the troops and horses to great hardships. My patrols have, however, been active, a party under command of Captain Usher capturing two wagons, and several horses, cattle, and sheep ; a few Basutos have been captured and several shot. Having been infermed of the presence of large bodies of the enemy and numbers of cattle on the Orange River, at N’qaslia’s kraal, have this morning dispatched the majority of my mounted men under Sub- Commandant Hawthorne in that direction, to prevent the stock being taken across the river. On receipt of the news confirming the rumour of Mr. Hope’s death, and the rebellion of Umhlonhlo, and the natives in that district, I have ordered Mr. Liefeldt to proceed with his Levies to Lebenya’s kraal, giving him instructions to make arrangements for securing the defence of that part of the country, and empowering him to enroll loyal natives and Europeans. I have also instructed him, if practicable, to form a chain of laagers on stations between Lebenya’s and Mount Frere. The Chief Ramotholqwana has surrendered in person. I have also ordered the Chief Nomtyeketye to return to his place at Mount Frere with all his men. I have, &c., (Signed) D. STRACH AN, Commanding Field Forces. 126 [ Annexure in No. 193. j Copy. —No. 1568.] Office of the Chief Magis'rr.to oi Mast Griqualand, 2 7tli October, 1880. Commandant Straciian, Head-quarter Column, Matatiele. Sir,—I have the honour to acknowledge the receipt of your report cf yesterday’s date, in which you detail the satisfictory operations of the last two days. It appears that upon receiving my letter of instructions of yesterday’s date, informing you of the then aspect of affairs, and directing you to fall back on Matatiele, you had already taken measures for sending men against the rebels at the Orange River, which, under the circumstances, appeared to have been your best course, but as Umhlonhlo and Umditshwa have now united against the Government, and are likely to carry every¬ thing before them, and destroy or force (into?) rebellion the tribes now standing on our side, I have the honour to direct that you will at once fall back on Matatiele, and send support to Mr. Liefeldt, who, with the small and badly-armed force under him, cannot cope with the rebels, or render assistance to those who are still on our side, and will be quite unable to carry out your instructions. I wish you, therefore, with the least possible delay, to reinforce Mr. Liefeklt with as many men as you can spare, simply keeping as many in the meanwhile as to secure your position, as well as at Umzimvubu Drift, Colonel Baker arrived here last night with 125 men ; their destination at present uncertain. In the meanwhile I intend to detain them here as a reserve, their operations to be decided by what may turn up ; for we are yet uncertain what the next move of the rebels may be, and what action the Rondos may take. The day before yesterday I sent off 100 men of the Bacas, under Captain Kinsman, with arms to reinforce Makaula. They reached their destination to-day. It is my intention to send fifty more footmen to Mount Frere under Captain Dawkins, as soon as our arms from the Cape Colonial Government arrives, which, I think, will be to-day ; it is, however, quite possible that I may delacli ihis relief to Mr. Road. Our position at present is the first. You must occupy a position in which you may be able to repel any advance of rebel Basutos coming from the mountains ; but from the experience they have had of your men, I think it doubtful that they will again attempt to face them. Second, to support Liefeldt, and to endeavour to render assistance to Mr. Thomson, in case he is shut up at Rutter’s, or besieged. These appear to me to be the chief points for you to attend to with the least possible delay. It is possible that we may require some further assistance from you in case Makaula is overpowered, or that the Pondos fall on Jojo; one or two hundred men may turn the scale either way, but with Colonel Baker’s men here just now, and the assistance we are sending Makaula, I think that if you give assistance to those who are now open to attack from Umhlonhlo and Umditshwa, you will be doing all that is necessary. As the wire has been cut, we have not heard anything of what the Tembus are doing. I am induced to believe that they are still passive ; if so, you will be able to send ample support to Liefeldt, otherwise the remaining tribes must either fall back under your protection or be sacrificed. I have, &c., A true Copy : (Signed) C. BROWNLEE. Edward Barker, Chief Clerk to Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand. 127 [ Annexure in No. 193. ] Copy.—No. 1G9.] Resident Magistrate’s Office, Mcunt Ayftff, Gtli October, 1880. The Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand. Sir,—I have the honour to state for your information, that on the 4th inst., a Xesibe named Ngxwe, lost some sheep, the spoor of which, he traced towards the Pondos. On arriving at the Nquasliu, the men who were tracing the spoor, called to some Pondo lads, who were herding cattle and asked them to tell the men on the Pondo side, to come and take over the spoor ; upon this the Pondos raised the war cry, turned out armed, fired on the Xesibes, and took possession of six or seven kraals, and carried off everything they could lay hands on. On the same afternoon the Xesibes at the u Emceba” were drinking beer at “Umdandala’s” kraal, when a force of Pondos came down on them unawares; being unarmed the Xesibes had to give way before the rondos, who wont to Umyeyi’s and Umdandala’s kraals and carried oft everything they could find. Yesterday imformation was brought here that a large force of armed Pondos were in the vicinity of this place. I sent scouts to asc rtain whether the report was correct, and on their return they confirmed it. A large force also collected near u Nobengela’s ” kraal at the c ‘ Nquashu,” and another went along the ridge from the Nquasliu to the Emceba where they again attacked the Xesibes. I have not the particulars of this attack, and am therefore not at present in a position to give any further information in connection with it. Knowing the state of the Matatiele District, 1 have given strict orders to all the headmen bordering on Dika’s people, in every way to avoid fighting, if possible, for the present, as their border is too great for them to protect without support. If possible, I would feel obliged if you would send me 300 of the Umzimkulu men, 100 to garrison Fort Donald, 100 Mount Ayliff, and another 100 entrenched at the “Emceba : ” with this assistance, and the Xesibe acting as scouts, I think I will be able for the present to secure the border. You are aware that the safety ol Kokstad greatly depends on the securing of our border, and as the Xesibe are not strong enough to hold it against the Pondos, who can throw very long odds into the field ; and I must therefore have support, and that as early as possible. If I am placed in position to show a good front by securing the three points mentioned, I think that it will check the war spirit at present manifested by the Amance. I have, &c., (Signed) W. H. READ, U.M. [ Annexure in No. 193. ] Copy.—1565.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, 26th October, 1880. R. M., Mount Ayliff Sir, —The report of the murder of Messrs. Hope, Warren, and Hen¬ man has been confirmed, and by wire this morning from Mr. Leary I learn that all male Europeans have been murdered in the Tsolo District, some in the Gatberg District. 128 It is also reported, and apparently witli true result, that Umhlonhlo lias sent Mr. Hope’s horse and gun to Umqikela; if this be so, it proves Umqikela’s complicity in the late events. You may at once double the number of men you have ordered out, and while they are simply doing duty in the way of watching events they cannot receive pay, but you are authorized to purchase grain for their supply, and you may also occa¬ sionally supply them with meat. I wish you to use every precaution'in ascertaining the Pondos’ move¬ ments, by stationing men night and day in such positions as may give the earliest notice ot any Pondo advance. I will as soon as possible send you a supply of arms and ammunition, and will, if possible, send a tew men to reinforce you, but at the present time have not a single available man. If you will at once send some men I will give them a supply of our damaged cartridges and some percussion caps. I have, <£c., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE, C.M. [ Annexure in No. 193. ] Copy.] From Commandant Liefeldt, Fingo Levies, Lupuida’s Camp, to Hon. C. Brownlee, Chief Magistrate. TJmsi’s Location, Lupuida’s Camp, The Tower, 22ud October, 1880. Sir, —I have the honour to report that on my centre column moving from Rolweni, to take up position upon the Matatiele range above Umsi’s Location, they were attacked by a large number of rebels, but on the left column (Lupuida’s) coming to the support of the centre, the rebels were driven back as far as the mountain overlooking Magahla’s Location. Casualities on our side three killed and two missing, and one horse shot ; loss of enemy not yet known. I have also to report that on my leaving the right column, Moenyane, yesterday morning for this place, and on reaching Van der Merwe’s farm, I found large bodies of rebels on the mountain overlooking Matatiele station ; this portion of the enemy, however, did not make an attack. A patrol from this camp on reaching the Kenigha Drift (Curt and Barker) near Mafsibiba’s, was fired at by men of Lebenya’s ; the patrol returned fire. No casualities. The small supplies of ammunition I had is almost exhausted ; I can therefore act on the defensive only. I must again urge that a supply of snider and ammunition be sent me. I am within six miles of the rebels in Lebenya’s Location, and only twelve miles from Matatiele and Moteri’s Kop, and if attacked and forced to retreat, my force would disperse, and I fear would not rally again. Overtures have been repeatedly made to some of my men by the rebels ; they have, however, hitherto rejected all advances, and I feel confident, that if they were better armed and had sufficient ammunition, they would remain staunch to the end. I have, &c., (Signed) M. W. LIEFELDT, Commandant Fingo Levies. P.S.—Since writing the foregoing I have received orders to join the main column at Matatiele. Start at once. (Signed) M. W. LIEFELDT. 129 [ Annexure in No. 193. ] Copy.] Resident Magistrate’s Office, Maclear, 20th October, 1880. M. W. Liefeldt, Esquire. My dear Mr. Liefeldt, —Glad to hear from you, but as you will see, I am still here. I should have gone to Mount Fletcher before this, but matters are taking such a queer turn, that my presence there would be of no earthly use until our supplies are up and some concerted move is made. Hope was to move to-morrow with Umhlonhlo and 1,000 men, but by express last night, I hear that there may be some hitch, I expect 60 of the Barkly Volunteers here to-day, and will theD be in a better position to make some decided move. I am much afraid that Umhlonhlo is not to be relied upon, at all events that is the impression amongst my people, and my presence here is stopping a panic. I would suggest to you not to move on too fast, but keep up your communication with Zibi on the one side and Strachan on the other. The Bathlokwas and Joel’s people are not to be trusted, and are ready to fall on this part of the district. Please com¬ municate with the Chief Magistrate, and tell him I will not move for Mount Frere at the present.—In haste, Yours very sincerely, (Signed) JOHN R. THOMSON, Commanding Natives. Copy.] [ Annexure in No. 193. J Lupuida’s Camp, the Tower, 22nd October, 1880. J. R. Thomson, Esquire, Resident Magistrate, Maclear. Sir, —I have the honour to ackkowledge your letter of the 20th, which I forwarded to the Chief Magistrate, and regret to hear that you think matters in your district so unsatisfactory. I removed Eralvveni (Ludidis) to this camp, being assured that I would be supported by yours and Com¬ mandant Hope’s forces, and that we should have taken the offensive before this. I am now only about twelve miles from Matatiele and Moteri’s Kop ; and, although not receiving reinforcements, arms and ammunition from your side, 1 will remain here at all hazards. I have, &c., (Signed) M. W. LIEFELDT, Commandant Fingo Levies. [ Annexure in No. 193. ] Copy.—No. 1,563.] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, 26th October, 1880. Commandant Strachan, Head-quarter Column. Sir,—I have the honour to state for your information, that the intelligence of Mr. Hope’s death has been confirmed, with the further intelligence that every white male in the Tsolo District has been murdered. |A. 35—81.1 k 130 This I imagine refers only to the isolated traders. Now that Umditshwa and Umhlouhlo have openly joined, and as it is yet not known here what tribe ? will join, you should at once abandon your advanced position at Nquatsha’s Nek, and form a strong camp at or near Matatiele, so as to be able effectually to resist any attack which may be 'made on you, or to support any of the , who may be attacked from below. In the telegraphic report received this morning from Mount Frere, it appears that Mr. Hope’s horse and gun have been taken to Umqikela. Should this be so, and there appears to be no reason to doubt the correctness of the information, it shows Umqikela’s complicity in what has taken place, and what we may expect from the Pondos. I have, &c., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE, Chief Magistrate. [ Annexure in No. 193. ] Copy.—No. 170.] Office of the Resident Magistrate of Mount Ayliff, 6 th October, 1880. To the Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand. Sir, —I have the honour to request that y ou supply me as early as possible with all the Snider rifles and Snider ammunition you can spare. There are about twenty able-bodied Europeans in this district, who would be able to render good service if properly armed. (Signed) A true Copy : Edward Barker, Chief Clerk to Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand. W. H. READ, Resident Magistrate.' [ Annexure in No. 193. ] Copy*] Office of the Chief Magistrate of East Griqualand, 22nd October, 1880. My dear Read, —You may well imagine my feelings at receiving the telegram from Mr. Sprigg, which I now enclose. I still think that the concessions we are making will in no wise settle the boundary question. I should be glad to have it settled even with considerable compromise on our side, for as Sir H. Bulwer and Sir G. Wolsely have written very strongly on this matter to the Imperial Government, our Government is exceedingly anxious to have the matter amicably settled, even at the expense of considerable sacrifice to our people ; but as I do not think that the Pondos will accept even this compromise, there is still a hope that the Xesibes may in the end have secured to them all that they held when we took them over. In the meanwhile we must do all in our power to reconcile them to the Nqwashu boundary. Strachan is advancing to-day on Matatiele, and when he has dislodged the rebels there, I trust our prospects will be brightened. 131 General Clarke relieved Mafeteng the day before yesterday, after a very hard fight, thirty-seven of our men killed, principally yeomen, and three hundred of the enemy said to have been killed ; they fought well. Have you heard anything of the Pondos being doctored, I have heard this from two different sources. Yours truly, (Signed) C. BROWNLEE. Copy.—No. 1542.] [ Annexure in No. 193. ] Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, East Griqualand. W. H. Read, Esquire, Resident Magistrate, Mount Ayliff. Sir, —Enclosed I have the honour to furnish for your information, copy of telegram received from Government, regarding the Xesibes, and my answer thereto. I have the honour to request that you will continue, as you have hitherto succeeded in doing under the most difficult circumstances, to pre¬ vent the Xesibes from making any reprisals on the Pondos, and that you will point out to Jojo that the Government is most desirous to have an amicable adjustment of the boundary between Xesibes and Pondos ; and if this can be brought about by mutual and friendly adjustment, even though the Xesibes should, in the case under consideration, have to relin¬ quish some of their land, matters in the end would be much more pleasant and satisfactors for the Xesibes than if we dictated a line which the Pondos would not recognise, and which might be the occasion of endless disputes, irritations and reprisals. The Xesibes have thus far acted in a most satis¬ factory and praiseworthy manner, and I trust they will now see what the Government is doing is in the interest of peace, for it is better that the Xesibes should surrender a small portion of land, rather than by retain¬ ing it to be kept in constant irritation and excitement. 1 trust to you doing all in your power to reconcile the Xesibes to what is now proposed to be done. You and I have done all in our power to secure what we regarded as the rights of the Xesibes ; but now the Government has taken a view opposed to ours and decided accordingly, it is our duty to exert every effort to give satisfactory effect to the decision of the Government. I have, &c., (Signed) C. BROWNLEE, Chief Magistrate. [ No. 194. ] Copy.—No. A 150 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, to Secretary for Native Affairs■ All well here. Relief expedition starts immediately Handed in at Umtata, G‘20 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 6’31 a.m., 30th October, 1880. 132 [ No, 195. ] Copy.—No. A 151 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. An expedition has started from here to endeavour to relieve and bring out "Welsh and others, now shut in at Tsolo. The expedition is under the charge of the Rev. J. S. Morris, who is accompanied by Alexander K. Granville, John J. Vice, Charles Loder, Reuben James Cowie, Thomas William Matthews, Joseph Vice. I request that the names of these gentlemen may be published as early as possible in the colonial newspapers. Nquiliso has promised to take his entire force into Tsolo, and render every assistance in his power. The expedition is accompanied by two wagons (extra spans of oxen). My orders to the party are that they are not to fire a shot except in last extremity. Communication will be kept open between this and the relief expedition. Wagons moved out at seven and Europeans followed at 8’30. Handed in at Umtata, 8*40 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 9'31 a.m., 30th October, 1880. [ No. 196. 1 No. A 152 | 80, N.A.O.] Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary for Native Affairs. Following from Mount Frere :—Thomson with 300 men {sic) were proceeding to Zibi’s, attacked by Lindingwana; got into Rutter’s house, and fortified it. Umhlonhlo sent up men to reinforce Lindingwana. Combined attack failed. Umhlonhlo then sent up to Lehana and Zibi to support; they refused, Lehana declaring he would not support Basutos. This is a native report; take it for what it is worth. By native report, it appears that Welsh has fought his way to Umtata ; but it is reported that Start, missionary with Umditshwa, has been killed. Twelve Europeans have escaped to Shawbury w.th families, viz., Wilson, Brunette, Wood, Bradley, Webber, Samuale {sic), Ryder, Goss, Thomson, Collins, Sharpley, A. E. Davis. All the tribes are said to be rising against Government. Strachan is sending strong patrol across Drakensberg. Have directed him to retire on Matatie'e, and send support to Thomson. Sent 100 armed men to support Makaula. Baker arrived last night with 125 men. Am keeping him in reserve till I see where his services are most required; this may be in a few hours. Combined attack by Umditshwa and Umhlonlilo on Makaula expected to morrow. Nothing new from Pondoland. All quiet, though indications not satisfactory. Have applied for more arms from Natal, but cannot get them. Xesibes threatened by Pondos ; say they have never obtained protection from Government, and in a worse position now than they were (in) independent, when they could defend themselves. Now their arms are hid, and if no protection is given by Government, they must purchase it from the Pondos. Altogether our prospects now are worse than they have been since the beginning of the rebellion. Kokstad, 27th, 12'50, via East London. Received at Cape Town, 30tli October, 1880, 1.2 , 42 p.m. 133 [ No. 197. ] No. A 153 | 80, N.A.O.] From Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Secretary Native Affairs, Cape Town. Heard yesterday that Thomson was shut up and had two days’ fight¬ ing. Managed to beat back attacking force. Strachan had cleared rebels out of Matatiele district ; was pursuing them to Orange River. Have directed him to fall back on Matatiele, and send as many men as possible to support Thomson. Umditshwa and Umhlonhlo are now first to be dealt with. We cannot advance and leave them in our rear. Read very anxious to have (sic) not yet been able to send him any aid. Indications from Pondoland not satisfactory, though Oxland, who has just arrived, says that up to Tuesday night all was quiet and to all appearances satis¬ factory. Hope it may continue so ; but we must not rely on satisfactory indications. Have sent hundred men to support Blenkins. Am sending fifty more with arms to-day. Baker’s men will leave for same destination to-morrow ; hundred and twenty men only waiting for baggage. When Strachan falls back and supports Thomson, and Baker’s men support Blenkins and Makaula, I imagine we will be able effectually to deal with Umditshwa and Umhlonhlo, and if Pondos have not then committed them¬ selves, believe they will then remain neutral. Have not been able to hear from Elliot ; position taken by his people important factor for good or evil to us. All our men, Europeans and natives, in good spirits, and think will not disappoint us when tried ; first instalment of Cape arms arrived last night. Baker’s men and horses quite equal to first troops sent. We want three or four times as many ; we require to have large force of Europeans ; this alone will inspire confidence and stop the spread of opposition. Applied to the Natal Government for five hundred more stand of arms 5 they cannot be furnished ; can you supply them or even one thousand. Kokstad, 28tli, 1030, via East London. Received at Cape Town, 30th October, 1880, 1*24 p.m. [ No. 198. ] Copy.—A 154 | 80, N.A.O.J Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Butterworth, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. 30tli October, 1880. Every effort must be made to send more arms and European force. Fingoes sore and anxious at their disarmed and defenceless state. Tembus all risen on border and trying to induce Fingoes to join them ; am doing- all I can and sending to (the?) (sic) militia to border. Will goto Nqamakwe to-morrow ; the two hundred sniders have arrived, now being issued. Want more. No time must be lost. Giles on to Umtata. Shall stop other European force for service here. Handed in at Butterworth, 12 30 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 1*45 p.m. [ No. 199. ] Copy.] Telegram from Secretary for Native Affairs to Captain Blytli, Butterworth. Am doing all possible to send you arms, and hope soon to have a further supply on way for you 5 realize fully gravity of your position. 134 Europeans on way to you in addition to those mounted ; footmen enrolled here and landed on the 29th at East London will go to you. Levey reports on 29th no attack upon him, and that many of the Tembu chiefs opposed to war. Darala has sent his son to bo with Levey, and at a meeting it was decided that no attack upon him be made. Brownlee says that Straclian has returned from following rebels, and with Baker lias gone to strengthen Blenkins aud assist Thomson. He has had 1,500 stand of arms sent him, and says he requires ! ,000 more ; but does not say wliat for. I wish you would say how many men you now have armed. Strange to be obliged to say that I cannot get reply from you on this. Hope the supply of loose powder lias come to hand as well as the sniders. Anxious to hear result of attempt to relieve Welsh. (Signed) W. AYLIFF. 30th October, 1880. [ No. 200. ] Copy.—No. A 156 [ 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Lower rembuland quiet. The Hala Chiefs compelling restoration of all stock stolen. All now struggling to show loyalty. I do not believe any of Hala Chiefs will now fight against Government, seeing that Gangelizwe is here and determined to remain under my protection. What has already been done in Bomvanaland has been induced by hunger. No serious outbreak is reported. Roads from Idutywa to this clear. Supplies of provisions for merchants and traders here on road have returned to Colony. So far as I am at present able to state, not more than fourteen days’ provisions in Umtata. Supplies should be dispatched, without delay, for use of inhabitants as well as of troops coming up. Umtata, 4‘40 p.m. Cape Town, 5T5 p.m., 30th October, 1880. [ No. 201. ] Copy.] Telegram from Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town, to Major Elliot, Umtata. 31st October, 1880. Stanford and Gumming are at Dordrecht, and are ready, if ordered, to go through to Umtata, their men being in good spirits. Don’t think this wise at present, but can be used when offensive movement entered upon. Considerable force leaving Queen’s Town for Levey and Driver either to bring them out or to defend them. Driver reports plunder of loyal people by rebels. Nothing of Thomson since telegram from Brownlee of 28th, in which he says that Strachan and Baker have gone to strengthen Makaula and assist Thomson. Baker should have 250 Europeans with him. Mr. Laing in King William’s Town, and will attend to your request for supplies. Your women and children should be sent out as opportunity offers. Keep O. C. in King William’s Town informed of all your move¬ ments; and any instructions needed of military kind will come from him. Anxious to know result of relief of Welsh. (Signed) W. AY LI 135 [ No. 202. ] Copy.—No. A 158 | 80, N.A.O.J Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Umtata, Tembuland, to Secretary for Native Affairs. All well here. Relief expedition camped at forest beyond Gongululu last night. Hope to reach f J solo and bring Welsh out to-day. Result of expedition will probably not be known here before to-morrow. Provisions and supplies should now be pushed ujd with all possible dispatch. This will probably bo a base to operate from when offensive has commenced. Present supply of food only sufficient for families for a short time. Road batween King William’s Town and this quite safe. Natives report Thom¬ son successfully attacked by Basutos from Gatberg District, who are now pushing on to attack Welsh ; but this requires confirmation. Handed in at Umtata, 7'40 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 10T2 a.m., 31st October, 1880. [ No. 203. ] Copy.—No. A 159 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Umtata, Tembuland, to Secretary for Native Affairs. Following received from Welsh, dated Saturday, 7T5 p.m. :—“ We are all well and anxiously looking out for your party.” Handed in at Umtata, 10T2 a.m. Received at Cape Town, 10'40 a.m., 31st October, 1880. [ No. 204. ] Copy.—No. A 164 | 80, N.A.O.J Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. The following prisoners escaped from Shawbury last night and have arrived here: Cusens, Goss, Brunette, Thomson, Sell, Sharpley, Ryder, and too tired to make statement to-day. Goss saw Thomson, Resident Magistrate, on Thursday ; he was then well supplied with ammunition and had fifty Europeans. Lehana had joined them; he was surrounded by Basutos who were threatening attack. Umhlonklo fortifying his great place, where he states he will resist io the last, and not be taken alive 5 ? Handed in at Umtata, 4‘7 p.m. Received at Cape Town, GTS p.m. 13G [ No. 205. ] Copy.—No. 1G5 | 80, N.A.O.] Telegram from Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, Umtata, to Secretary for Native Affairs, Cape Town. Express from Rev. Chubb, Tshungwana, dated the 29th, states all well to that date ; force expected to be at Mount Frere on Monday first proximo, about one thousand men. Mount Frere forces want to know when I advance from this, in order that they may co-operate from this side, not only to make success more sure, but to prevent the enemy getting into disaffected parts and spreading rebellion ; you know how utterly mpossible it is to spare at present a single man from this very small iforce of inhabitants now here. Handed in at Umtata, 4*4 p.m. Received at Cape Town, 6T9 p.m. SCHEDULE Of all Correspondence between the Brigadier-General and Major Elliot, Captain Blyth and Mr. Brownlee, during the months of August, September, and October, 1880, respecting the Transkei and East Griqualand I\ebellion. A.—Telegram from Brigadier-General to Chief Magistrate, Umtata, dated 4th August, 18 80. Telegrams from Officer Commanding Line of Communication and Base to ( hie Magistrate, Umtata, dated 25th, 28tli and 29th October, 1880. Telegrams from Chief Magistrate, Umtata, to Officer Commanding Line of Communication and Base, dated 25th, 28th, 29th, 30th, 30th, 30th and 31st October, 1880. B.—Telegram from the Brigadier-General to the Chief Magistrate, Transkei, dated 4th August, 1880. Telegrams from Officer Commanding Line of Communication and Base to Chief Magistrate, Transkei, dated 26th, 27th, 27th, 27th, 27th, 29th, 31st and 31 st October, 1880. Tegrams from Chief Magistrate, Transkei, to Officer Commanding Line of Communication and Base, dated 27th, 27th, 27th, 29th, 29th and 30th October, 1880. C.—Telegrams from the Brigadier-General to Chief Magistrate, Ivokstad, datel 2nd and 4th August, 1st, 3rd, 9th and 12th October, 1880. Telegrams from Chief Magistrate, Ivokstad, to Brigadier-General, dated 1st August, 28th and 29th September, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 11th, 14tli and 18th October, 1880. No written correspondence. J. M. GRANT, Major, Officer Commanding Line of Communication and Base. King William’s Town, 20th April, 1880. 138 [ A 1 From Commandant-General, King William’s Town, to Chief Magistrate> Umtata. August fourth.—You are informed in accordance with instructions received from Government, that one officer and forty non-commissioned officers and men will be removed from Umtata. Orders will bo sent to officer commanding. Copy.] Officer Commanding Line of Communication and Base, King William’s Town, to Chief Magistrate, Umtata. Two-fifth October.—How many rifles have you at Umtata, and how much supplies ? How many men have you, and what supplies ? Major Bourne reports that he expects to be attacked at once. A force of volunteers will be dispatched as soon as possible. Will you please telegraph any news connected with military matters direct to me. Are there any boats on the Basliee, or is the river fordable ? FRED. WHITHAM, For Officer Commanding Line of Communication and Base. Copy.] From Chief Magistrate, Tembuland, Umtata, to Officer Commanding Lines of Communication and Base, King William’s Town. 25th October, 1880. Have about sixty rifles including private ones; about twenty thousand rounds ammunition ; about one hundred and thirty men all told. All stores on opposite side of river within a mile of this ha ye been looted. First shot fired to-day. Sweeney with some volunteers went out and drove back the looters. Copy.] From Officer Commanding Lines of Communication and Base, King William’s Town, to Chief Magistrate, Umtata. Two-eight October.—Giles is hurrying on as quickly as possible. Landrey with about seventy men starts to-day. Colonial Secretary wires that force has been sent from Dordrecht to relieve Welsh. FRED. WHITHAM, For Officer Commanding Lines of Communication and Base. Copy.] From Chief Magistrate, Umtata, to Officer Commanding, King William’s Town. 28th October, 1880, Bomvana’s people broken out, looting shops and sweeping cattle away. 139 Copy.] From Officer Commanding Lines of Communication and Base, King William’s Town, to Chief Magistrate, Umtata. Two-nine October.—Be good enough to communicate state of affairs daily to this office. The most alarming reports are in circulation here. C. E. LE M. C. From Chief Magistrate, Umtata, to Officer Commanding, King William’s Town. 29th October, 1880. Affairs improving. Gangelizwe and son under my protection ; this will have good effect cis far as Tembus are concerned. Copy.] From Chief Magistrate, Umtata, to Officer Commanding, King William’s Town. 30th October, 1880. Lower Tembuland quiet, the Hala Chiefs compelling restoration of all stock stolen ; all now struggling to shew loyalty. Do not believe any Hala chiefs will now fight against Government ; seeing that Gangelizwe is here and determined to remain under my protection : what has already been done in Bomvanaland has been induced by hunger. No severe outbreak is reported ; road from Idutywa to this clear. Supplies of pro¬ visions for merchants and traders here on road have returned to the Colony. So far as I am at present able to state, not more than fourteen days’ provisions are in Umtata ; supplies should be dispatched without delay for use of inhabitants as well as troops coming up. Copy.] From Major Elliot, Umtata, to Officer Commanding Forces, King William’s Town. 30th October. All well here ; relief expedition starts immediately. Please show this to Civil Commissioner. From Chief Magistrate, Umtata, to Officer Commanding, King William’s Town. 30th October, 1880. An expedition has started from here to endeavour to relieve and bring out Welsh and others, now shut in at Tsolo ; the expedition is under the charge of the Rev. J. S. Morris, who is accompanied by Alexander K. Graves, John J. Vice, Charles Loda, Ruben, James Cowie, Thomas M. Matthews, Joseph Vice. I request that the names of these gentlemen may be published as early as possible in the Colonial newspapers. Nquiliso has promised to take his entire force into Tsolo, and render every assistance in his power. The expedition is accompanied by two wagons (extra spans 140 of oxen). My orders to the party are that they are not to lire a shot except in the last extremity. Communication will be kept open between this and the relief expedition. Wagons moved out at seven, and Europeans followed at eight-thirty. Copy.] From Chief Magistrate, Tembulnnd, Umtata, to Officer Commanding, King William’s Town. 31st October, 1880. Welsh and party relieved ; are now, Monday, seven a.m., at Gungulu, twelve miles from here, and will come on as soon as they have had refreshments. L B ] From Commandant-General, King William’s Town, to Chief Magistrate, Ibeka. August fourth.—You are informed that in accordance with instruc¬ tions received from Government, one officer and thirty non-commissioned officers and men will be removed from Ibeka. Orders will be sent to Officer Commanding. Copy.] Cfficer Commanding Lines of Communication and Base, King William’s Town, to Captain Blyth, Lutterworth, Transkei. October two-six.—A force, consisting of forty-five Cape Field Artillery, one gun, twenty Cape Mounted Rifles, twenty-five King William’s Town Rifle Volunteers, all mounted, start to-day for Umtata. Force will push on as quickly as possible. About one hundred more mounted men will start not later than Thursday morning. Copy.] Officer Commanding Lines of Communication and Base, King William’s Town, to Chief Magistrate, Butterworth, Transkei. Two-seventh October.— Can you make provision for protection of boat on Bashee river ? Please reply. FRED. WH1THAM, For Officer Commanding Lines of Communication and Base. Copy.] Chief Magistrate, Butterworth, to Officer Commanding Lines of Communica¬ tion and Base, King William’s Town. 27th October.—Can make provision for protection of boat on Bashee river. Have taken steps at once. Road beyond that reported by Elliot to be unsafe for small EurojDean force, if not strongly supported by natives. Tembu rising seems imminent; position grave. 141 Copy.] Captain Blytli, Butterworth, to Officer Commanding Ijines of Communication and Base, King William’s Town. 27tli October, 1880. Thanks for telegram; this force can move on as quickly as possible to Umtata, but very important that 25 Europeans be stationed at Ibeka Fort, where reserve of ammunition is. More Sniders wanted in district. Copy.] Officer Commanding Lines of Communication and Base, King William’s Town, to Chief Magistrate, Butterworth, Transkei. 27th October, 1880. Your telegram received. Force of Europeans will, as soon as possible, be posted at Ibeka. On Friday one hundred rifles will be forwarded under escort. Captain Giles left Komgha this afternoon ; if possible, send Fingoes to help to hurry on wagons, and if necessary take charge of them. Have heard that an army is in sight of Umtata. C. E. LE M. C. Copy.] Officer Commanding Lines of Communication and Base to Civil Commis¬ sioner, Butterworth. 27th October, 1880. Tell Giles we have received better news from Umtata, and that he had better stick to his wagons, but move as quickly as possible. Everything left to his own discretion. C. E. LE M. C. Copy.] Chief Magistrate, Butterworth, to Officer Commanding Lines of Communi¬ cation and Base, King William’s Town. 27 th October, 1880. Will send on men to Ivei to meet wagons ; all quite here, but arms urgently needed. Fingoes alarmed at their defenceless state. Tembu rising imminent. Commissariat stores also should be sent to Ibeka with Commanding Officer. Copy.] Officer Commanding Lines of Communication and Base, King William's Town, to C. C. (C. M. ?) Idntywa. 29th October, 1880. Please give Giles following telegram :—Bourne at Umtata says, Nquiliso is not to be trusted, and also that Bomvanas have risen. You must move in as quickly as possible, engaging any extra transport horses or mules if necessary. You will doubtless hear all news, and must use your own discretion. A. G. W. 142 Copy.] Chief Magistrate, Butter worth, to Colonel Wavell, King William’s Town. 29th October, 1880. Can I detain Giles and European force to make patrol on Fingo and Tembu border? Ternbus made inroad last night ; no force to repel them. This patrol will give confidence and give us time to collect men as soon as arms arrive. Copy.] Chief Magistrate, Butterworth, to Colonel Wavell, King William’s Town. 29th October, 1880. Elliot reports that all Ternbus have risen ; Giles not to go no until he hears further. It will be well to detain him at Idutywa for present, and if Umtata is not pressed Ternbus will make raid on our border at once. Our arms not arrived ; almost defenceless ; will require support of Europeans to act with the Fingoes. Am raising men rapidly, but stopped for arms ; more urgently needed. This district was totally disarmed a year ago. Copy.] From Officer Commanding Lines of Communication and Base, King William’s Town, to Chief Magistrate, Butterworth. October two-nine. Your arms and ammunition must surely arrive to-night or to-morrow, as they left here on Monday. If you are still without arms, you are authorized to retain Giles until they arrive, he must then push on unless ordered to the contrary. I gather from your telegram that Elliot had telegraphed you to retain Giles. Please inform me what steps you have taken in the matter, and keep me informed of what is going on. Captain Landrey, with sixty or seventy men, should be at Butterworth Monday night. C. E. LE M. C. Copy.] From Chief Magistrate, Butterworth, to Officer Commanding Lines of Communication and Base, King William’s Town. 30th October, 1880. Wagons just arrived with two hundred sniders and ammunition, which will be opened to-morrow early. Giles leaves at once for Umtata. Send more arms and ammunition, am raising men fast, shall be all right if I only had arms. Want small European force at Ibeka, and others to act with the Fingoes : this district was completely disarmed a year ago, and the few arms we now have not near enough. Midnight. Copy.] From Officer Commanding Lines of Communication and Base, King William’s Town, to Chief Magistrate, Butterworth. October three-one. Landrey with seventy-two men at Korngha ; ordered him to push on to Butterworth ; till further orders he can ii necessary operate with you. He might garrison with a few men Ibeka. C. E. LE M. C. 143 Copy.] From Officer Commanding Lines of Communication and Base, King William’s Town, to Chief Magistrate, Butterworth. October three-one. Provisions urgently required at Umtata. Sixty days for two hundred and seventy men at Ibeka, with assistance of Landrey’s men 5 could you not send on these provisions to Umtata. C. E. LE M. C. [ C ] From Commandant-General, King William’s Town, to Chief Magistrate East Griqualand, Kokstad. August second.—Colonial Secretary informs me he has been confer¬ ring with Secretary for Native Affairs, who says there is no necessity for maintaining so large a force of Cape Mounted Riflemen beyond the Kei, principally as regards Griqualand East. Will you inform me of the very smallest number of men you consider necessary for the safety of your district. Colonial Secretary speaks of moving two hundred and fifty ; but this would denude you of men almost entirely. As I have told Colonial Secretary that in your messages to me of eighth July, you could not recommend any diminution of force. Could you not raise volunteers to garrison Kokstad. From Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Commandant-General, King William’s Town. 3rd August, 1880. The very most men we could spare is one hundred ; two hundred would necessitate the abandonment of Fort Donald and Moteri’s, the first I think would lead to troubles with the Pondos, who are pretty quiet just now. I could not raise more than fifty European volunteers, and if Cape Mounted Riflemen are removed, would have to depend on natives ; this would be unsafe in case of a rising in Basutoland. From Commandant-General, King William’s Town, to Chief Magistrate, Kokstad. August fourth.—You are informed that in accordance with instructions received from Government, one hundred and thirty non-commissioned officers and men are about to be removed from the stations in East Griqua¬ land. Colonel Carrington has been desired to consult with you as to the posts from which these men should be taken. From Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Commandant-General, King William’s Town. 28th September, 1880. Have been directed by Government to apply to you for arms. Can you supply me with five hundred stand with ammunition, via Durban, to 144 care of Rand el Bros., consigned to Strachan and Co. If you intimate to me the dispatch, I will arrange for transport; things quiet yet in this division, but strong sympathy with Basutos ; any disaster in Basutoland may greatly alter position of affairs here. From Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Commandant-General, King William’s Town. 30th September, 1880. One hundred and fifty of Umzimkulu arms issued to men already called out for Kokstad and Pondo border, the remainder kept in reserve at Umzimkulu ; portion of the ammunition is coming up to Kokstad. Send five hundred breech-loaders, if possible ; may long sniders here be reduced to carbine size ? From Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand, Matatiele, Kokstad, to Com¬ mandant-General, King William’s Town. 1st October, 1880. Strachan, Hawthorn, and myself arrived at Matatiele evening of 30th* I find matters are as bad as they can be, short of open rebellion, which may break out at any moment. Exaggerated reports of Basuto success have been received here from Basutoland ; and it is said Letsea has urged them to make common cause with Lerothodi. Messengers from Pondoland also been here, and Basutos expect support from Pondos. I directed Liefeldt to raise 100 men, in equal proportions, from the different clans ; the Hlubis, who are about one-fifth of the population of the district, joined willingly, and are the only men that can be depended upon. But very few Basutos have joined; they openly refuse to enrol themselves as a guard here, lest their actions should be misconstrued into taking up arms against their own countrymen, which they are determined not to do. It will be a matter of utmost importance to have a European corps, to give confidence to the loyal natives and to the country generally. Alarm among Europeans set in, and goods being sent away for safety. Under these circumstances, I have authorised Commandant Strachan to organise a force of 100 additional men in Thompson’s district. I may send you another telegram to-morrow. From Commandant-General, King William’s Town, to Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand, Kokstad. 1st October. Your message received. You are authorised to take any steps you consider necessary under existing circumstances; and I presume the 100 men you refer to at close of your telegram are Europeans. We have here called out everyone we can get, except a few volunteers and the burghers. Affairs are somewhat critical in Basutoland, but the Basutos have achieved no success. Have yon reported state of affairs direct to Government ? 145 From Chief Magistrate, East Griqualand, to Commandant-General, King William’s Town. 2nd October, 1880. Nothing to add to telegram of last night ; matters remain unchanged. Am seeing some of the principal headmen, on whom 1 believe reliance can be placed : from them I gather that even their own sons cannot be trusted, and that among the young men the feeling of sympathy with the Basutos is universal. From Makwai’s clan, from which twenty-five men were expected, only five boys were sent, and unarmed ; these 1 have ordered back. This clearly shows the feeling of the tribes, though I believe Makwai wished to furnish the men required. Among the Sepias, Sibi, upon whose loyalty 1 relied at the outset, appears to have cast in his lot with the Basutos. 1 believe that our presence here, and explaining matters, may counteract much of the evils caused by emissaries from Basutos. As I believe my presence is required here, I intend remaining until Monday morning. Strachan’s appointment has given great satisfaction to loyal natives, and I trust will to some extent establish confidence. From Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Commandant-General, King William’s Town. 3rd October, 1880. Large meeting with the people in the neighbourhood to-day. Basutos turned out armed and made warlike demonstrations in sight of the Residency. They openly state that they have cast in their lot with their countrymen in Basutoland. An attack threatened upon the Residency to¬ night ; only 100 men to defend it, the majority of them are veiy indifferently armed to resist any attack ; have called out an additional 100 men which will give 300 badly armed natives to resist any force which maybe brought against this place. With 400 well armed natives and 100 Europeans, I believe that any resistance would be averted. 1 cannot raise more than 300 natives in Matatiele district without exposing the loyal people to attacks. Have ordered a hundred more natives from Umzimkulu. If possible we should have one or two companies of regulars in Kokstad ; such a force may possibly prevent the spread of rebellion and gain the wavering to our side. Our present defenceless position induces all to believe that they can have matters their own way. Matatiele, 2nd October, 1880.—Imperatively necessary that the nine-pounder cannon should remain in Kokstad ; pending your approval I have ordered it to be detained. From Brigadier-General, Commanding Colonial Forces, to Chief Magistrate, Kokstad. October third.—Confidential.—Last night 1 wired Colonial Secretary as to state of affairs in East Griqualand, and to-day have recommended that European forces be sent there, but I have no men to send, unless men are raised for the purpose. Leave for Basutoland to-morrow morning. Have directed arms to be sent to Kokstad as rapidly as possible, and you can keep the nine-pounder. I think I told you that I would not move the Cape Mounted Rifles from East Griqualand without a positive order from Government, which was given. This is confidential between ourselves, but I do not wish you to think that I did not realise your position. [A. 35—’81.1 n 146 From Brigadier-General, Commanding Colonial Forces, Rouxville, to Chief Magistrate, East Gnqualand. 9th October. I regret that, owing to my proceeding to Basutoland, it may have appeared to yon that T have not paid special attention to affairs in East Griqnaland ; but all the arms, Ac., you asked for have by this time been forwarded to Natal, and will, I hope, not be long on the road. The Native Contingent, intended for Leribe, has been diverted to Kokstad, and the first troop will probably reach you in the course of next week. I have sent the best commanding officer I have, and he will keep the force supplied from Natal. The Basutos, though in large numbers, have failed to make any impression on the Mafeteng garrison, and I hope to be there in a few days with a considerable force. The Mohale’s Hoek Contingent was successfully relieved, with considerable loss of the natives, and Malehang, one of their principal men, was killed. Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Brigadier-General, Commanding Forces, Rouxville. 11 tli October, 1880. Thanks for telegram awd all you have done for us. We are quite safe, and when arms arrive will advance and secure those who, seeing no aid, may seek security by joining rebels. Copy.J Brigadier-General Commanding Colonial Forces, Camp near Wepener, to Chief Magistrate, Kokstad. October 12th.—I regret to hear that Ordnance storekeeper has been detected selling ammunition to natives ; if convicted no punishment is too bad for him. Maclean, with the Herschel Contingent, leaves Palmietfontein to-morrow to sweep the country up to Matatiele, and returns to Palmiet via the Quthing River and Morosi’s Mounlain. All disloyals in Herschel district have been disarmed, and rebels are now supposed to have gone to the Quthing district. His appearance in rear of Matatiele should have a good effect. Colonial Secretary writes to me that with Baker’s force as a nucleus he does not suppose there will be any difficulty in raising a native contingent sufficient to deal with the rebels about Matatiele. Anns and ammunition have been sent to you. C. M. C. Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Brigadier-General, near Wepener. 14th October, 1880. Thanks ; we have plenty natives willing ; require Europeans to give confidence; when advance is made and success obtained matters will improve, and we will see who is on our side. Umhlonhlo has declared for us, thus far giving confidence to some who were uncertain and saw no possibility of 147 aid from ns. Basutos and Baputis joining’ rebels. Will give Ordnance storekeeper full benefit of law when I try him ; try him on two charges. Maclean’s move will be of great advantage to us. Sixty Baker’s men arrived yesterday morning, heavy marching in wet. Well mounted, smart looking felloAvs, cheerful and ready for work ; have left this morning with 000 natives to attack rebel camp. Chief Magistrate, Kokstad, to Brigadier-General, Wepener. 18th October, 1880. Strachan day before yesterday dislodged rebels from their advanced camp, which they had fortified ; rebels now occupying stronger position at Matatiele. Column will advance to attack when arms arrive, which may be in three days. This move has assured the wavering; we will have no further defections on this side Basutoland. Rebels will soon be driven over mountain, and we will be able, if necessary, to detach 600 men to work on that shle.