In 1900 he was sent by Cambridge University to Macedonia to make studies in the folklore of that region. Sympathetic to the Greek cause, he stayed in Thessaloniki for some time, before visiting Serres, Sidirokastro, Drama and Meleniko.
In 1900 he was dispatched by Cambridge University to Macedonia to investigate local customs and traditions, showing solidarity with the Greek cause. He spent time in Thessaloniki before exploring other areas such as Serres, Sidirokastro, Drama, and Meleniko.