exactly.
A number of cabalistic figures were drawn by Halfani, and it is believed that by these Nsama's whereabouts may be ascertained; they are probably remains of the secret arts which prevailed among Arabs before Mahomet appeared.

These Suaheli Arabs appear to have come down the coast before that Prophet was born.
_3rd July, 1867._--Kasonso's people are expected.

All the captives that were taken are to be returned, and a quantity of cloth given to Nsama in addition: so far all seems right.

The new moon will appear to-night.

The Arabs count from one appearance to the next, not, as we do, from its conjunction with the sun to the next.
_4th July, 1867._--Katawanya came from near Liemba to join the peacemakers.