Aden, 24 November, 1889.
Stanley, Zanzibar. Myself and George Mackenzie hope to organise proper reception for you, which I consider both fitting and necessary.
Col. Euan-Smith.
Aden, 24 November, 1889.
Heartiest welcome and sincerest congratulations on your safe return. I hope to come and meet you at Bagamoyo if you do not reach there before 5th December. I only reach Zanzibar 2nd from England. Of course you will stay with us on arrival. My wife joins me in heartiest good wishes.
George S. Mackenzie.
Stanley. Heartiest congratulations yourself and Emin. Am bearer of several letters from friends. It is absolutely necessary must remain Mombasa four days. Must proceed with all haste, greet you as special representative Relief Committee.
G. S. Mackenzie, Aden.