London, 25 November, 1889.
Stanley, Zanzibar. My wife and I thankfully rejoice to learn of your safety and success, and anxiously await further information. Accept our most hearty congratulations. We are longing to see you. Offer our kindest sympathy to Emin Pacha and all your companions. All the Company’s officers have been instructed to do everything they can to meet your wishes.
(Sir William) Mackinnon (Bart.).
From the Emin Pasha Relief Committee and the Directors of the Imperial British East African Company to H. M. Stanley, Esq., and Emin Pasha—
21 November, 1889.
Most cordial hearty congratulations.