Major Henderson described the hunting in India, especially the tiger-hunting on elephants, to which he was very partial; and Alexander soon discovered that he was talking to one who was passionately fond of the sport.

After a long conversation they parted, mutually pleased with each other.

A day or two afterward, Mr.Swinton, who had been talking about their intended journey with Alexander, said to him:-- "You must not be surprised at the off-hand and unceremonious way we have in the colonies.

People meeting abroad, even Englishmen occasionally, throw aside much ceremony.

I mention this, because Major Henderson intends to call this afternoon, and propose joining our party into the interior.