THE FRIEND OF CHINA AND Hongkong GAZETTE
Howqua was the guardian and comptroller of
NOTICE.
J. BENNETT.
Hongkong, September, 11th, 1843.
the Kong-soo fund, and the organ of communica- THE Undersigned has just arrived from Canton with tion between the Government and the Foreign Merchants. Ho possessed vast power and influ- riosities, Silks Satins &c. &c, the above may be view a splendid assortment of Furniture and Chinese cu- ence among his countrymen, was a large landeded at the Show Rooms. proprietor, and had founded and endowed a tem- ||: ale to Buddha in the suburbs of Canton. It was supposed that the refusal of Howqua's prayer to retire into private life, was owing to the late and the claims which the Government might have on his services at such a crisis, we believe the truth was, that besides the undeniable influence Howqua possessed, yet his notorious wealth and
War
success was the cause
of his detention. The local Mandarins, and perhaps also some at Pekin, were well aware that Howqua was made of squ zable materials and as long as he occupied his onerous post, they could often test his qualities in that respect
As a Merchant we believe the deceased could be favorably contrasted with the most eminent that Europe has produced. It seems alolost incredible, but not less true, that to the last, he directed his vast And complicated trade, which almost encircled the globe-alone. His knowledge, and even familiarity with mercantile details connected with the trade of Foreign ports was truly tonishing, sound judg. ment, true prudence, wary circumspection, and a wise economy, were distinguishing traits of his mercantile character.
FOR SALE
SHEATHING Copper 16 a 32 oz
apply to Victoria, Hongkong, 4th September
Nails,
NOTICE.
120
NOTICE Goods and Merchandise, of all descrip
and Secure granite Godowns Situated on the Queen' tions received and carefully Stored in spacious dry.
Road, below the premises of Mears, Gibb, Livingston – & Co. at Victoria, Hong Kong, upon moderate terms.
Apply upon the premises to
F. H. TIEDEMAN. Goods are received and sold on Commission
Victoria, 10th August 1843.
GIBB, LIVINGSTON ✩ Co. F. H. TIEDEMAN advertises for Sale-
4th September, 1843.
FOR SALE.
AT the Godowns of C. W. BOWRA, Ship's Stores
of all descriptions.
No. 13, Queen's Road.
ELIGIBLE INVESTMENTS.
TO be disposed of, at moderate prices, two large and
Convenient Bungalows, well supal
Med with Offices and out houses, situate in one of the most health of the lawn, and commanding a fine view of the They are well calculated for families, and are private in every respect.
For particulars, apply to Mr. E.FARNCOMB, Solr. No. 6, Oswald's Row, Victoria.
Septr. 6th,1843.
By our countrymen Howqua was
was not liked,
WILLIAM BUIST, begs respectfully to intimate to his predelictions were American, and justly so, we think, seeing that he was indebted in an early stage that he has opened the premises adjoining Mr Boulle's the inhabitants of Victoria, and the public in general, of his career to a éifizen of that country, for infor- Queen's Road, as a wholesale and retail Wine and Spirit mation he sought in vain from the English; and Shop and BILLIARD ROOM, and hopes, that strict- moreover the monopoly of the East India Comp-ness of attention to business, and an earner desire to give any rendered an American association preferable in a pecuniary sense to any English connexion.
It is alleged by his friends that. Howqua would never consent to evade the duties, or smuggle any kind of goods, we doubt this, as he had branch houses at Soochow, Ningpo, Shanghai, and other opulent cities in China; it is hardly credible that he could successfully carry on his business there, with competitors who did smuggle whenever they had the oppo
and which the notorious venality of the Authorities rendered quite the rule, rather than the exception.
In conclusion we are glad to record a gratifying fact which will embalm the memory of old How- qua. Since the difficulties about the Optum Trade, he has wholly abstained from touching the "unclean thing". Directly or indirectly he has uni- formly refused again engaging in this trathc, although he might have added millions upon millions to his treasure. This is no mean testimony to his pat- riotism, and his respect for the laws and regulations of his Country. As a type of the old regime as a Chinese conservative of the purest ray serene the death of Howqua will perhaps be deemed by his sovereign and country, as a positive national cala-
satisfaction to his customers, combined with excellent articles, will ensure him a share of public support.
W. B. would respectfully solicit the attention of the Naval, Military, and also the private gentlemen residing in Hong-kong, to his Billiard Room, which is well aired and adapted to afford comfort to all who may honour him with their support.
Victoria 6th September, 1843.
Cham
Sauterne, French Claret in Casks, Belt. zer water, Wax candles, Stationery, Balad oil, Eau de Cologne, Batavia arrack, Copper Sheathing, Win- Ga, Shot and other articles, apply to,
F. H TIEDEMAN.
Queous Road:
Victoria, 10th August 1843.
FOR SALE,-Prime Port, E. I. Sherry, W.- I. Brands warranted, apply to
Sherry, Hock, Moselle, and Claret in dozen Cases,
Victoria, 10th August 1843.
F. H. TIEDEMAN. Queens Road.
FOR SALE-Superfine Blue Cloth, suitable for naval Officer's Uniform, & also Black Cachemare fine quality-Brandy in wood. Claret în dozen Cases, Sherry in butts, Preserves and Pickles of every des cription.
FAH. TIEDEMAN.
Apply to Queen's Road, Victoria,
7th September, 1848.
FOR SALE at the Godowns of the Undersigned
sizes, Do. Amberline, Houseline, Onkum, double and Europe, Manila, and patent Manila cordage, of
single blocks, paints, canvas and Twine, Chain suitable for Sheets and Tyes, Anchors 21 to 24 cwt. Boats Anchors.
Apply to Mr. Gutierres on the premises.
WILLIAM SCOTT.
Victoria, 8th August 1848.
NOTICE.
Our House în Canton continues ss.
HOLLIDAY WISE & Co.
FOR SALE Sparkling Champagne, and OUR Ellishment is removed from from Macao to Johannisberg Flock, from Messrs. T. Giesler, of Rheims and Cologne. Apply to
JOHN LEATHLEY Hongkong, 29th June, 1843.
FOR SALE-at the Godowns of the Undersign
No. 20 Queen's Road.
Port, Sherry, Madeira, Raspberry Ratafia, Brandy wood and bottle, Arrack Preserved Provisions, Rigging and Boat Chain, Europe and Manila Rope, negar, Sauces Pickles, Mustard, Anchors, Chain Cab
Canvas Blocks, Stationery, Saw Chile, pes, Pistols, Percussion Capa, Mor London Bottled Beer, and a variety of other articles
ALEXANDER MOSS.
Victoria, Hongkong, 224 August, 1943.
JUST Landed and for BALE. Two
Machines
ALL
to the firm of P. Townsend red to make immediate payment
P. TOWNSEND
JUST RECEIVED, AND FOR SALE BEEF, Pork, Flour and Bread, Brandy and Wines, Cherry Cordial Vinegar, Rum, and Arrack. Beer in Ca
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Alexander Scott
Apply to
ALEX MO38.
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20 Queen
Road,
Victoria and August, 1843
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NOTICE
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Financial Secretary
tions dry and secilx Road No 20
Apply upon the
Government Victoria
THE Follow
Spirits Turpentine, Pitch, Brown, and Drab Hats.
P. TOWNSEND.
Hong Kong, 81st July, 1848,
upon moderato terms,
ALEX MOSS.
and cold on f
TOWNSEND
19 August, 1849.
FOR SALE.
VICTORIA HOSPITAL