[106] This man belonged not to Mveli's, but another, tribe. He was subsequently tried and convicted by the Magistrate on the evidence of three witnesses.
[107] Act No. 36, 1903, secs. 69, 71. It will be observed the force was to be distinct from the Active Militia or Reserves, but only by reason of being a standing body.
[108] "Rules on the subject of Martial Law." Colonial Regulations, vide Colonial Office Circular, 26th May, 1867.
[109] The latter contingency did not arise. The presence of troops, however, had the effect of interrupting public business during April and May at Nkandhla, May, at Umsinga, and July, at Mapumulo, magistracies.
[110] A, B and C troops were left to guard the Pondo border.
[111] This officer's services were:—Mashonaland, 1897 (medal and clasp). South African War, 1899-1902. Engaged in—Relief of Ladysmith, including action at Colenso; operations of 17th to 24th January, 1900, and action at Spion Kop; operations of 5th to 7th February, 1900, and action at Vaal Krantz; operations on Tugela Heights, and action at Pieters Hill; operations in Natal, March to June, 1900, including action at Laing's Nek; operations in the Transvaal, east of Pretoria, July to October, 1900.
In command 2nd Imperial Light Horse, November, 1900, to May, 1902. Engaged in—Operations in the Transvaal and Orange River Colony, 30th November, 1900, to 31st May, 1902; operations on the Zululand Frontier of Natal, September and October, 1901.
Despatches, London Gazette, 8th February and 16th April, 1901, and 29th July, 1902. Queen's medal with five clasps. King's medal with two clasps. Awarded C.B.; C.M.G.
The Official Army List, 1911. War Office. Wyman & Sons, Ltd., Fetter Lane, London E.C.
[112] Vide, p. 149 note.