13th.—The regiment marched from Vaalkop at 3.30 a.m., ascended very steep pass, and then across rough country by a small bridle path to Barberton. C Squadron, under Major H. J. Scobell, supported by A, under Major W. C. Middleton, were sent forward to cut the line north of the town, which was done with the assistance of a Farrier Cpl. of the 1st Life Guards (attached) with his tools. Several wagons and prisoners were taken, including the Landrost of Barberton with £14,000. In the town was captured 44 engines and rolling-stock to the value of several hundred thousand pounds, besides large quantities of stores, etc. The prisoners were released, consisting of 23 officers and 59 N.C.O.'s and men. No casualties. Bivouacked on outskirts of town.
Sept. 14th.—The regiment paraded at 8.30 a.m. before the Courthouse for the ceremony of hoisting the Union Jack.
16th.—Regimental transport arrived.
21st.—Lieut. A. Lawson appointed A.D.C. to General Gordon.
22nd.—Lieut. Hon. R. H. A. Lindsay, and 2nd Lieut. G. Middleton invalided to England.
24th.—The regiment under Major H. J. Scobell marched at 6 a.m. for reconnaissance. No enemy.
25th.—Farewell Order by Col. Hon. W. P. Alexander:—
Col. Alexander desires to announce to the regiment that he relinquishes command of the Greys on his retirement to half-pay. He thanks all ranks for the support they have always given to him, and for their admirable conduct during the recent campaign. He wishes to say that his one thought has been, while maintaining the discipline and efficiency of the regiment, to make what all good regiments should be, a happy home to all those serving in it.
30th.—London Gazette.—2nd Lieut. W. Long to be Lieut., vice T. Connolly, killed in action.
Capt. C. B. Bulkeley-Johnson has been granted the Fourth Class Medjidieh decoration in recognition of services in connection with the recent military operations in the Soudan.