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not allow the Foolah carriers to move their loads 
from the west bank. Our own men soon reme- 
died the evil, much to the temporary annoyance 
of the prince, who, on seeing us encamp, ex- 
pressed his regret at having doubted us. Our 
situation was now become truly alarming ; a 
scarcity of provisions had existed for some 
days, and on the 3d the men had none at all : 
and as the prince could not be prevailed upon 
to allow our moving from the Panjetta, until 
the king's sanction could be obtained. Captain 
Campbell determined on sending Lieutenant 
Stokoe, with presents to him and two of his 
principal chiefs, requesting permission to pass 
through the country without any further delay. 
