THE WARIN EGYPT.
[Reuter's Agency]. HEALTH OP THE BRITISH TROOPS. ARABI STRONGLY POSTED. ARREST OF A PRESSMAN. FEVER IN THE REBEL CAMP. Alexandria, August 15. The British troops now serving in this country are in good health and have not been affected by the climate. A reconnaissance of Arabi’s present position was made yesterday, and it proves that it is one of considerable military strength in consequence of extensive earthworks by which it is defended.
(Pee Cable to Press Association)
[Special to Melbourne “ Argus.”] London, August 14, 5.55 a.m. Arabi has reinforced his detachments at Ismailia and other parts along the Canal.
August 15, 6 a.m, A correspondent of a French news, paper has been arrested in Alexandria.
An outbreak of fever is said to have occurred in Arabi’s camp.
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South Canterbury Times, Issue 2930, 16 August 1882, Page 2
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130THE WARIN EGYPT. South Canterbury Times, Issue 2930, 16 August 1882, Page 2
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