THE FRIEND OF CHINA AND HONGKONG GAZETTE.
ESTATE OF THE LATE MCEWEN & Co.
NOT
OTICE-The undersigned are authorized by power of Attorney to adjust the affairs of the aforesaid estate, it is therefore requested that all parties having claims on this estate, will send them in writing to the office of Mossra M. Ford & Co. within fourteen days from date.
MARTIN FORD.
J. M. KILNER.
Victoria, 1st Setomper, 1845.
NOTICE.
THE
THE undersigned beg to inform the Public and numerous customers of the late McEwEN & Co, that they have purchased from the Ex- ecutors, the Lease and Good will of the said concern and that they have this day com- menced business under the same firm where all orders will be punctually attended to on the most reasonable terms.
ALEX WILSON, ROBT. WALLACE.
Victori, 1st September, 1845.
FOR CHUSAN AND SHANGHAL
THE AI American Brig « WISSA- HICKON," Capt. Webber, having the greater part of her cargo engaged will have quick despatch. For freight or passage apply to
N.. DUUS.
Victoria, 4th September, 1845.
NOTICE.
NOTICE. Is hereby given that the Annual of the MounISON EDUCATION SOCIETY will be held at the Society House on Wednesday the 26th instant.
The friends of the institution are invited to attend. An examination of the pupils will take place.
F. DILL. Recording Secretary. Victoria, 5th September, 1845.
NOTICE. TESSRS FORBES & Cɔ have to aunouncë that Mr. Alexander Forbes, Nephew of Sir Charles Forbes Bart., is admitted a pariner in their firm from this date.
MESS
(Signed) FORBES & Co. Bombay, 1st August. 1845,
NOTICE. THE Interest and responsibility of Mr William Wallace in our firm coa ed on the 31st July 1844 and of Mr. John Griffith Frith on the 31st July 1845.
Mr. Lewis Alexander Wallace Junior has been. this day admitted a partner in our firm.
FRITH & Co. Bombay, 1st August, 1845.
terns;
NOTICE.
small packet lies at the past office addressed to the Editor of this paper. It contain paf-
the postage on which is £2 14 8d. There is reason to believe that it for a Mr T. DAVIDSON, and if that Gentlemarcalls at the office, and is allowed to take off the outer cover- jug, he will ascertain whether it is forhim or not. Office "Friend of China,” {
5th September, 1845.
A
LOST OR STOLEN.
small English Beagle answer to the name of Chester, colour brown and white, with long brown ears 85 reward will is given to any person bringing the dog to Mr HOLGATE
PUBLIC AUCTION.
THIS day at the sale room of the undersigned
at 11 A. M.
22 Huds Coopers Pale India Ale, for account of whom it may concern; alsu sundry other goods.
P. TOWNSEND.
Auctioneer. Victoria, 5th September, 1845. BOOK SALE,
THE attentions of the public is respectfully called to the extensive sale of new and cheap Books and Stationery, at the rooms of the undersigned at 63 r. a. on Monday next.,
Catalogues can be had on application at the
Sale preremptory,
Terms-Cash.
roooms
P. TOWNSEND.
Auctioneer. Victoria, 5th September, 1845.
NOTICE. ETTERS of Administration of the estate and ef-
1fects of Tong Kimsing late of the Lower Bazaar builder and contractor deseased having been grant. ed out of the Supreme Court of Hongkong to his Brothers Tong Atchung and Tong Ahoey.
All persons who have any claims against this estate are requested to forward the same to the undersigned forthwith, and all persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment.
E FARNCOMB
A Proctor of the Supreme Court
Aberdeen Street. Victoria, 29th August, 1845.
LOST OR STOLEN.
Superintendams Office Palice,
2nd September, 1815.. Liver Colored Spaniel Dog, with while head and neck, legs a little spotted, a few white apots on the tip of tail, about five months cla, answers to" Dash".
It is requested that the dog be brought to the above office, and if required a reward will be given.
G. MAT.
Superintendent
NOTICE
DR. B. KENNY, and Dr. R. WILSON, beg
leave to intimate to the Commanders of ships proceeding to Whampoa, that they have associated themselves as Medical and Surgical practitioners at that anchorage onl
China Vessél, moored in Blenheim Reach, Ship's Medicine Chests replenished. July 1st, 1814.
SODA WATER.
NOTICE.
THE undersigned begs leave to notice that, he has opened, a general Store 13 Queen's Road next to Mr. Bowna's, and respectfully solicits a share of public patronage; he has the following goods for salo.Damask and Diaper Table Clothis, Damask and fancy Toilet Covers, Handsome. Embosed Table Covers, rich Scarfs Shawls, figured and white Satin and Brocade dresses. Gauzess, Cam- | brics, Books, a few pieces of Orleans suitable for Ladies riding habits, Dresses and Gentlemans light
SALE-At the Store of Mr. John Smith in Jackets &c. &c. &c.. Macao from Dr. Hunter's, Soda Water Manufactory there. Macao, 11th January, 1815.
JUST RECEIVED Per "Julia," and for sale
in quantities to suit purchasers. Bally White and cargo, Rice, a few piculs fine Table Rice Bally Coffee; do. Leaf Tobacco, Also a few Casks Tamarinds,
...BURD LANGE & Co.
Queen's Road. Victoria, 1st July. 1845.
ICE, NOTICE. THE
THE PUBLIC is informed, that the Ice house will be open until further notice, from 5 to 8 A. M. and from 3 to 6 P. M for the sale of Ice in. any quantity at 5 cents per-pound. Written orders addressed to the undersigned will be attended to
L. A. STONE.
Victoria, 22nd July, 1845.
CIRCULAR.
W. H. FRANKLYN,
Agent.
SHIFTING AND GENERAL COMMISSION AGENT, AND AUCTIONEER, HAS
CHINAM'S WHARF, VICTORIA, [AS For Sale all kinds of Ship and Cabin Stores,
Wine and Spirits. Bottled Ale and Porter, Ditto ditto in Cask, and a variety of miscellaneous articles, (see advertisements) at Wholesale prices, in not less quantities than one Case, Piece, on Package. A liberal allowance made to the Trade.
Plated Ware, consisting of Liquor, Cruet and Soy frames, Butter tubs, Toast racks, Epeyrns, Tea Kettle's, with Stands and Lamps, Venison and corner Dishes, Soup Tureens, Wino Coolers,
&c. &c. &c.
Oilmans stores of all Descriptions, Sherry in Wood and Bottle, Brandy in one dozen Cases, Allsopa pale India ale, a quantity of patent India Rubber Corks.
Fowling pieces in cases, Carpenters Tools, and a general assortment of Catlery, Locks, polished Steel grates, fire Irons, fenders, &c. &c. &c.
Floor Cloth, an assortment of Hendries per a mery, English nud Dutch Clasks, &c. &c. &c.. D. CHISHOLM.
Victoria, 25th July, 1815.
BOOTS, BOOTS, BOOTS !!!
T the stores of the undersigned one case of
A Parisian Boots of the latest fashion.
Also an invoice of Mortice Locks, Hinges, Bolts, and Screws; and an invoice of black and white. Germain Laco.
D. CHISHOLM.
Victoria, 4th August, 1845.
FOR SALE.
JUSTns Stores from the House of Crosse and JUST RECEIVED an Invoice of Superior Oil- Blackwell, London, consisting of West India, Imperial and assorted Pickled. Sauces of every description, Tart Fruits d., Salad Oil, Olives, Capers, Durham Mustard &c., Jains and Jellies, Anchovy aud Bloater Paste, Potted Ham and Salmon, Anchovies, Yarmouth Herrings in Tins, busi-Dried Sprats Do., Preserved Salmon, Wilts Bacon, Berkley, Pine and Cheshire Cheese, York Hams and excellent Salt Butter in jars of 7 lbs.
LANE, ROWLAND & Co. Victoria. July 31st, 1845.
GOODS SOLD BY AUCTION AND COMMISSION, Goods received from alongside Ship and Stored, in dry godowns on the most moderate terms.
Goods, Letters, and parcels forwarded, and ness transacted for parties absent.
Victoria, 13th May, 1845.
THE
THE Schooner " ALPHA," well manned and armed, runs between Hongkong, Macao, or Cumsinginoon, as required; carrying" cargo Opium,Treasure and Passengers, at most mo derate terms.
W. H. FRANKLYN.
Chinam's Wharf.
Victoria, 5th September, 1845.
NOTICE.
TH
THE fine large British Lorcha POLLY, commanded, officer
ed and partly manned with Euro- prans, well found with anchors and chains, and heavily armed, runs be tween Canton, Hongkong and Macao as requir- ed; will carry general cargo, Opium, Treasure- and Passengers, at the usual rates.
W. H. FRANKLYN,
Chinam's Whorf. Victoria, 5th September, 1815.
TO LET AT A MODERATE RENT.
THAT fine commodious and airy block of build-
ing containing two houses in Hollywood Road directly at the back of Gough Street These houses are of three storics with verandahs, godowns stab'es bath rooms &c &c.
They command a fine and uninterrupted view of the bay, and being situated in the most respec. table part of the west end of the town are a most eligible residence. Apply to
W. H. FRANKLYN. Victoria, 2nd September, 1845.
HOUSES. CEVERAL Houses in Peel and Guge-Streets at very moderate rents to let or sell; also a few eligible lots of ground in a central position. Ap.
dly to
W. H. FRANKLYN
JUST
JUST Landed and on sale at W. H.FRANK LYNS Chinam's Wharf, a few bags of new Bengal Grain; at a moderate price.
Victoria, 28th August, 1945. TO LET.
Whethy rose mos son, an' WITH immediate possession, that pleasant and Bungalow, surrounded by a well stocked garden and commanding a fine view of the Bay, with large sea frontage out house &c. at a véry moderate rent, apply to
W. H. FRANKLYN.
Chinam's Wharf,
H. FRANKLYN has for sale a beautife! Arab Horse, Warted sound, the property of a gentlemen who leaves the colony.
Victoria, 11th July, 1815. JUST received per Amiga
·
C. W. BOWRA. Ship Chandler General Provision, Wine; and Spirit Merchant
20 Queen's Road, Hongkong.
FOR SALE.
JUST RECEIVED a small quantity of superior Soft Irish Linen, Cambric Handkerchiefs, Damask Table, Cloths, Linen Drill, Bleached Duck &c. Also a few Solar Hals.
LALE, ROWLAND & Co. Victoria, 22nd July, 1945.
FOR SALE. IRE Grates, Fenders, tire, Irons; Brass and Iron. Door and Cabinet Locks; Nails of all sizes. French Accordéons; a fow Sets of Block Tin,. Dish Covers, Richly cut Glass Decanters &c. &c.
PHILLIPS, MOORE & Cộ
Victoria, 24th July, 1845.
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SODA WATER
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ÆRATED LEMONADE.
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and other places, regardless of the quality of the metals, or a just appreciation of scientific princip. es; such being sold at Jewellers, Chemists, Opti. cians, and Ironmangers, at 6d, each, the same as in the streets at Id.
They are made of all shapes, for the fingers, arms, legs, and likewise as belts.-Mr. Flyams daily receives letters from individuals who have derived benefit or have been cured by only wearing a Galvano-Electric ring on the finger. lu a case of stammering of thirty years standing, a compleis cure has been effected. The following diseases are either cured or relieved by only wearing the Gal vano.Electic ring, which is perfectly harmless, and may be applied in all cases with the greatest safety. Tie-dolorens, Tooth-ache, Ear-ache, Deafness, Head-ache, Paralysis, want of Nervous energy, Debility, Affections of the Joints, Spasms, Hoop. ing-Cuagh, Asthma, Hysterics, Epilepsy, and all Neuralgic diseases,-It likewise tends to prevent the wearer from catching cold.The. Galvano Electric ring has received the approbation of the medical profession, who have pronounced it to be the most important scientific invention of modern times. The charge is so low as to be within the reach of all classes, even of the humblest Mechanic.
F.. FUNCK. Victoria, 21st August, 1845.
JUST LANDED. ND for sale by the undersigned a few superior
F. FUNCK
A Yorkshire Hams.
Opposite the Commissariat. Victoria, 28th August, 1845.
FOR SALE.
BY the undersigned, Gentleman's black silk Hats,
a for Sadifles and Bridles, Carpeting, a few pieces of fine Flannel; Gentleman's black satin English silk Umbrellas, and a variety of other at- | Stocks, Table cloth's of sizes; Counterpanes,
ticles.
A
Opposite the Commissariat. Victoria, 22nd August, 1815.
FOR SALE.
E. FUNCK,
FEW Reams of good English Foolscap at $6
per Ream. Apply to
Opposite the Commissariat F. Victorin, 22nd August, 1815,
FOR SALE.
BY the undersigned Pate Sherry Golden do.
FUNCK.
in 3 doz. cases a $ 9 per duz.
do. &.99
in.
do.
do,
as 8 @ $12
do.
do;
@$ 2,75 do.
Brown do. Champagne în I doz, -do. Alsopp's India Pale Ale in 3 do, do
Opposite the Commissariat. Victoria, 22nd August, 1915.
E. FUNCK.
N. B. – The uò ve wines can be highly recommanded.
F.
NOTICE.
FUNCK begs to return his thanks to the public for their liberal support, and informs them he has this day opened his now and extensive establishment in Dous' buildings opposite the Commissariat, and invites their attention to an
be obtained at the Manufactory of the under-early inspection of the numerons articles he has for signed. Orders punctually attended to
SMITH & BRIMELOW, Queen's Road.
Victoria, 24th June, 18-15.
FOR SALE,
the Sures of the undersigned --Chatear. La-
rose Claret, St.Julien, Gölden Sherry, Allsops
sile, especially to a case of valuable Jewellry, he has just opened, and will be sold at low prices.
Goods received and sold on Commissions, N. B. The establishment will be opened from 6 A. M. to 8 P. M.
Victoria, Tah August, 1815.
JUST RECEIVED.
ND for sale by the undersigned an invoice of
Pale India Ale in bottle and wood, Bass's October brewing in wood, also fine old Cognac in dozen A. Boots auil Shoes, from Stunt, Landou
cases.
SMITH & BRIMELOW. } Victoria, 24th June, 1845.
NOTICE.
490.
A ́n invoice of French Ladies Stays (best quality) with a few Navy blog Cloth Caps, India Rubber
F. FUNCK:
FORSALE. By the undersigned, HYAM Braces, and Gent's Satteen Riding Belts
AND MAGNETIC
Na" the efficacy of which in caring those desnuses consequent upon a derangement of the nervous sys- stem is attested by numerous testimonials. In this climate, where it is believed that the prevailing fever, is merely a nervous affection, and in this respect different from the fevers of other tropical countries, the Magnetic fling has peculiar claims upon the public.
The Ring possesses all the properties of a Gal thereby transmitting the Galvanic current throu yenic Battery, without the disagreeable shock, ghout the system in the same manner as the nery, ous fluid affects the nerves, almost imperceptibly to the scusation, but most efficacious in its remedial results. The Galvano-Electric principle is tho strongest agent in nature-it rends rocks asunder,
Opposite the Commnissariat Victoria, 9th August, 1915.
PUBLIC NOTICE
J. C. POWER, Wine Merchant and Commission
Agout, begs to inform his friends and the public that he has romovel his business for the pre sent to his residence, next door to Captain Buan's where he is prepared to attend to all orders with the strictest punctuality,
on nie.
A small bich of very superior Pule Cognac now
Messes supplied on the most moderate terías. - Victoria, 3rd September, 1845.
Jiends and the public in general, that he has cominenced business next door to the late Mi, Hates in the Queen's Road, as a Brend and Bis cuit Baker, with confectionery in all their branches having engaged a first rate pistry cook, trusts with unremitting zeal on his part to merit a share of their patronage.
N. B All orders promptly attended to.
AMES MILLER bega respectfully to inforin his
TO THE LADIES OF BONGKONG,
molts metals, and is of the same character as light- ning such a tremendous power would cause death if applied injudiciously by incans of strong Galvanic Batteries indeed, froin recent experience, it is proved that the lower the Galvalle current is FOR SALE
reduced in intensity the greater will be its curative a quantity of An-effects on the human system-in other words, the chors and Chains of different sizes. Appe to
Galvanic fluid transmitted through the system in W. H. FRANKLYN. a proper dose is the only method of supplying the Victoria, 4th July, 1945. Chinam's Warf loss of nervous energy, increase vitality, and rel
move discuss-for there is every reason to believe JUST RECEIVED, and now open for Sale at the Stores of the undersigned, a quantity of that vitality or life is dependent on a proper distri-e bution of clotricity throughout the system, for superior. Checka! and Book muslina, Bishop's when the nerves are impeded in their action there ¦ Lawn, Printed Maslins. Balzerines Silk Parasul is always a partisi paralysis of the parts afficted and Umbrella, Ladies Stays, Black, White Silk Begs to inform captains of vessels resorting to this jowing to the factions of the served Laing impair, and Cotton (pre, Cap and Bonnet Cibious, Black Port, and the Public in general that, he is prepared fed through the base of nervous pitably-the myle of and White Laces, Bilk, Wood and Rogal Maud 10 supply ships with every description ofta valstones Feare in such cases has been Us ceffe the action of Shawls, superior Straw, Sallenud Batiste Plonneta, and Sparsofall sizes-he has also in immediate res the nerves by eletricity, but the melt rational way i Norgere Diapers, Towels, Flannels, Manelio de diness Wawr Boats, for supplying vessels with is to supply the nerves by a continual current, lane and Cahiers dresura, Laen and Marlin fresh water, fitted with force Pemps How de, &c. which is seramplished by means of the Charging- | worked Caps, Musta worked Collars, Ladies Silk. Lace Glores ant mita-Birdd urut Hilver pencil Goods sold by Auctionor on convinissour Electric Ring. The green long supplied with Sheathing Copper: from 16 to 25 oz. the Galvano-Electric thild is so much invigoratedd, Cams, and a variety of other amcles too minternos
ROBERT LOWRIE to mentimui. Anchors and i, abies of all sizes.
that it will be capable not only to resist the power of contagion but likewise to expel the dierents of disease, thus forming what Hippocrate sermoad the
is medicatriz natures" it is recovery that thef ringe, which are made of Zane and Copper chymi. W GABINGE Letaken a commodious foute el- 11. predat the Corner of firalmástræet, a short cally prepared, should be accurately and Mathe- matically exstructed, atherieise an einet whatever di-tanen wooth of the Queen's Roof, which he in THE undersigned is authonzed by his Excellency won'd ease from their use. After having coach- trods to conduct as a Hotel under the above title, the Commander-in-Chief of Her Majota's Jel the Best Chymists of the day, and having tetest Gattemea favouring hine with their patronage land Fettes in Chica to receiveall Peekages ad. the effany of the Gorana Kheric lungs, Mo. I will fad their comfort strieda attended to. who may have left this commend.
Sails made to order under the management of an experienced sail maker
N. B. Nautical Almanacks, Books and Charts and a few superíor Chronometers by Mutrap.
January 7th, 1843.
NOTICE.
Queen's Heart Victoris, 12th August, 1945,
DR. O'SULLIVAN begs to inform the Captains dressed to the Others or Hoses of zug Regiment Hyans pledges fimself to the gatimers of all the All the articles suppled wilt be of the first rota
of vessels proceeding to Whampea, that he has changed his residence to a stop in Blenheim reach.
Whampoa, 5th July, 1815,
C. W. BOWDL
Victoria, January 1st, 1945,
good at his ex-bart, which are stampeil | 22b his name.-The eation is considered neces arg, an diugh as pannfictured at Birminghun
dumption.
A Thrusston's Biliard Table in the Primige Viancia, 14th March, Fats.