The Wahabi forces, now at Taif, are concluding the preparations for a general attack on Mecca, according to information received here today. It is stated that the Indian Moslem leage is supporting the Wahabis.
Emir Abdullah, ruler of Trans-Jordania, is expected here today to confer with Samuel concerning the sending of a Trans-Jordanian army to help King Hussein in his defense against the Wahabis.
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