There were vague
rumours that Rumania and Greece had finally joined in; many seized upon
these statements as being true, and one found little oases of rejoicings
amongst the almost universal pessimism. We ourselves doubted the
reports. Sir Ralph's ox carts--in an interview with Churchin--dwindled
down to a possible two; but Jan got a letter in the evening saying that
there were ten country carts for the next morning. Six were for us and
four for the "Stobarts," and that we were to take the Indian tents with
us.
We went back to the tents early to get a good start next day. Rogerson
and Willett were sorting their clothes. Hamilton had decided, as he
could not walk, to go back to Vrntze with the Red Cross stores which
Paget was sending to the hospital. As we were turning in, Dr. Holmes
arrived. He had not got the seat in the motor, but was going next day.
Later two mud-bespattered figures came in. They were West and Mawson.
We questioned them eagerly, and although they were worn out they
answered all they could.
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