UP" THE SHARI TO GULFEI 



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their eastern origin more distinct than the latter. This may 

 be accounted for by the fact that the Shuas migrated earher 



BENISETT ARABS 



and, setthng in a country where they have been less exposed 

 to attacks, have grown richer and therefore have inter- 

 married more with their neighbours, the Kanuri. The 

 Benisetts are a pastoral people, possessing plenty of cattle, 



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