This was to be regretted, but it was unavoidable.

I was well aware of the strenuous efforts the gallant Commander had made to relieve the beleaguered garrison, and I knew if co-operation had been possible it would have been effected.
We encamped at Momund on the 30th, whence I sent the following telegram to Simla: 'My force arrived here to-day; we march to Kandahar to-morrow.
General Primrose heliographs that a letter from Ayub's camp brings information that the mother of the late Heir-Apparent, Abdulla Jan, with other ladies, has been sent to Zamindawar.

Arrival of the young Musa Jan in Ayub's camp is confirmed.

Hashim Khan is also there.

The position is being strengthened, especially on the Pir Paimal side, where two guns have been placed with two regiments.