EGYPT.
Alexandria, August 17. It has transpired that the object of the intended advance of the British troops from Aboukir, instead of from Ramleh is that an assault should be made on the enemy's flank in order to divert an attack from the front. Landing 1 Troops. A great portion of the British expeditionary force has now arrived here, and it is expected that the remainder will be landed in a few days. London, August 16. Sir Garnet's Manifesto. Sir Garnet Wolseley has issued a manifesto, inviting the co-operation of the native chiefs in restoring order. Sir Garnet Wolseley's manifesto guarantees respect of religion and property to all peaceful inhabitants, and states that the British troops will buy all the supplies required. A battalion of Arabi's troops have made overtures for surrender. Railway material is being sent to Suez to relay the old Cairo line. The Sultan has definitely abandoned Arabi. The Bedouins hare been routed near Mandara, losing five men.
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Thames Star, Volume XIII, Issue 4254, 19 August 1882, Page 2
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161EGYPT. Thames Star, Volume XIII, Issue 4254, 19 August 1882, Page 2
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