On the morning of the 30th July, about 6 o'clock A. . an Earthquake was felt at Kedirie in Java, the direction of which was from South to North. Although the shock was very distinct no damage was occasioned by it.
The programme for the reception of his Excel loney
ney the Minister of State, J. J. Rochussen, who whs appointed Governor-General of Netherlands India of the 5th February last, has been published with the Jana Courant to the 80th ultimo.
VESSELS IN VICTORIA HARBOUR.
H. M. S. Agincourt, Lys'er, Flag of Rear Admiral
Sir Thomas Cochrane.
H. M. S. Samarang, Sir E Belcher.
H. M. 8. Vestil, Captain Talbot, HMS Dadalus, Captain M'Quhas,
H. M. S. Royalist, Lieutenant Ogle.
H. M. S. Wolverine, Commander Clifford.
H. M. S. Iris, Captain Mundy.
H. M. Str. Viten, Commander Gilford.
H. M. Str. Pluto, Commander Airy.
H. C. Str. Medusa, Commander Hewitt, H. M. Tr. S. Alligator, King,
*****ton, Hospital and Store Ship. Adelaide, —
H. M. B. Minden, Master Commanding Welling. Dent and Co Turner and Co J. Matheson and Co D. & M. R. and Co Dallas and Co
Annu Robertson, Murroe,
B. Hormasjee, Coates,
Charles Forbes, Wills,
City of Derry, Were, Counsjee Family,
Devo Mallory,am, G. Livingstoni and Co
Douglas (Am), Sumner,
Duke of Portland, Hamlio, Eagle (Am), Prescott, Emily Jane, Forgan, Favorite, Malmgren, Gazelle (Am), Chase, Geneva (Am), Drinker, Heber, Porter, John Quincy Adams (Am), Jane Prouse, Williams, John Barry, Clarke,
Little Catherine,
Linnet (Am), -
Turner and Co
Selt Wetmore and Co Bush and Co. Dent and Co Dent and Co
J. Matheson and Co
THE FRIEND OF CHINA AND HONGKONG GAZETTE.
FOR SINGAPORE AND CALCUTTA.
THE clipper “ RUB ROY Captain Teached for the
above ports, the first week of November, will call at Macao for any freight that may offer. For freight or passagem ply to
FOX, RAWSON & Co. Victoria, 10th October, 1845.
THIPPING ARTICLES, according to the re
cent act (Victoria 7 & 8) for sale at this
SH
office.
Office "Friend of China," Victoria, 10th October, 1815.
LOST.
ESTERDAY EVENING the 7th inst. about Yelock P. M. a Gold Horizontal French Watch with French facing and Gold Chain neat Mr. Gabriel's Hotel. Any person having found the same and bringing it to Mr. Gabriel, will be handsomely rewarded.
Victoria, 8th October, 1845.
NOTICE.
ANY Persor Jo DUGGAN, Assistant Surgeon having claims on the estate of the Ordnance Medical Department, or who may be indebted to the said estate, are hereby required to send the same to me, on or before the 16th inst. EDWARD WM. DURNFORD,
Captain Royal Engineers,
Royal Engineers Office, Victoria, 7th October, 1845)
C. W. BOWRA.
SALFOR SALE,
JUST arrived and for sale a few Bottles of su-
perior Bengal Chelney,
Apply to
Victoria, Sept. 47th 1945.
F. FUNCK/
CIRCULAR.
WH. FRANKLYN, SHIPPING AND ULNERAL CURMISSION AGENT, AND AUCTIONESE, CHINAM'S WHARF, VICTORIA,
HAS For Sale all kinds of ship and Cabin Stores,
BURGLANY CAUTION TO PAWNBROKERS.
953
20 Dollars reward for the apprehension and cou- viction of any of the Burglars who last night entered the House of Williams de Co. 18 Welling ton Street next door to the Roman Catholic Chapel.. A list of the property stolen upon this occasion, no far as at present ascertained, is as under. Bat as this is not the first time this house has been broken.
has always been a system of plunder (particularly open, and notwithstanding the utmost vigilancy there
of Pistols) both by day and by night, it is to be
hoped that this will meet the ope of some of the
Wine and Spirits. Bottled Ale and Porter, parties concerned, their accomplices, or acquain. Ditto ditto in Casl, and a variety of miscellaneous | tance. If so they may rely that the utmost secrey articles, (sco advertisements) at Whole sale prices, will be observed and also legal protection will be in not less quantities than one Case, Piece, on extended to them if necessary. Package. A liberal allowance made to the Trade. One Telescope marked in ink inside the cap. 1-12-6
One, ditto ditto: One ditto dilto One Packet ditto busi-One Pillar Sextant (arms left behind)
GOODS SOLD BY AUCTION AND COMMISSION, foods received from alongside Ship and Stored in dry godowns on the most moderate ternis.
Goods, Letters, and parcels forwarded, and ness transacted för partes absent.
Victoria, 13th May, 1645,
NOTICE.
ditto
ditto
2-12-0 4, 4-0
ditio
*2, 0-0
20, 0-0
2010, 0-0 no mark: no mark no mark.
One Pocket Sextant divided on Silver One Six barrelled Percussian Pistat Four Silver Tea Spoons One Fint Pistol ..
THE Sale of Tea advertised to take place One Camera, obscura peculiar make with
to-morrow at Masers Fox, Rawson & Co's, Godowns, is postponed for a few days. Timely notice will be given previous to the sale.
W. H. FRANKLYN. Victoria, 10th October, 1148.
PUBLIC AUCTION.
- brass work adjusting screw Slide no mark One Pair China made silver apcctacles, no mark Most of the above bear the name of Wolff & Son,
Southampton.
Ship Chandler General Provision, Wine, and W. Hidder, on Saturday next the 11th inst, at hand for
Spirit Merchant
20 Queen's Road, Hongkong. Order
Begs to inform captains of vessels resorting to this Porter Port, and the Public in general that, he is prepared Nickels, Heard and Co to supply ships with every description of naval stores Dirom, Gray and Co and Spars ufall sizes--he has also in immediato rea
Dent and Codiness Water Boats, for supplying vessels with W. H. Franklyu fresh water, fitted with force Pumps Hose &c. &c. Emery & Frazer
Goods sold by Auction or on commission JA. Durran
Sheathing Copper from 16 to 28 oz. Fletcher and Co
Anchors and Cables of all sizes. Turner and Co
Lyra. Grosvenor,
Marmion, Ewing,
Marquis of Bute, Bannatyne,
Mischief, Smith,
Mazeppa, Macfarlane,
Mor, Baxter,
J. Matheson and Co Murrow and Co
J. Matheson and Co
Nymph, Horsburgh, Kennedy, Macgregor and Co
Peruvian,
Petrel, Rogers,
Rob Roy, White,
Santo Antonio. De Cruize,
Sappho, Dunlop,
Sen Horse, Gibbon,
Sea Park, Humphries,
Warlock. Jauncey,
Water Witch, Douglas, Wave, Hacket,
Will o' the Wisp, Forman,
J. Matheson and Co Rawie, Duus and Co Fox, Rawson and Co
Sell
Maclean D. and Co Gilman and Co
Sails made to order under the management of an experienced sail maker Y
N. B. Nautical Almanacks, Books and Charts, and a few superior Chronometers by Murray.
January 7th, 1815.70)
FOR SALE.
TUST received ex Duke of Portland & Dumfries" and for sale by the undersigned a small batch of superior amontillado Sherry, fresh Hams, Cheeses and Butter.
Also ex "Marquis of Bute "
J. Matheson and Co J. Matheson and Co
A superior assortment of account Books, Fools- Murrow and Co cap Paper, Sealing Wax, Wafers, Quilis &c. &c.
Sel' Also an invoice of all sorts of Europe Rope. ⠀ Lindsay and Co
C. W. BOWRA. Victoria, 30th September, 1845.
NOTICE.
BRITISH SHIPPING AT WHAMPOA.
Albert Edoard, White,
Arun. Balls,
Bombay Castle, Fraser,
Brahmin, M.Arthur,
Curoline, Williams, Carthage, Fax,
Castle Huntly, M'Intyre, Culdce. Campbell, Devil, Furley,
Duke of Lancaster, Balley, Dumfries, Thompson, Ellen, Rodger, Fort William, Methven, Futta Mombarrük, More,
General Wood, Stokoe, Glenelg, Harvey, Grecian, Walt, Harbinger, Cindlich, Helen, Bayne, Hindostan, West, Inglewood, Smith,
Javen Corina, Dring,
Julia, Jones,
Mary, Kemp, Pearl, Morrison,
G. Livingston and Co THE undersigned is authorized by his Excellency Gilman and C. Commander-in-Chief of Her Majesty's
J. Matheson and Coland Forces in China to receive all Packages ad- Lindsay and Co dressed to the Officers or Messes of any Regiment
Bell and Co
who may have left this command, ⠀⠀⠀ Olyphant and Co D. N. Moody and Co Lindsay and Co
Hansen
Maclean D. and Co J. Matheson and Co Gilman and Co
J. Matucson and Co
Order
C. W. BOWRA. Victoria, January 1st, 1815.
FOR SALE.
Y the Undersigned, Surre STORES of every
B description.
Salt provisions, Flour, Canyas, European Rope, Anchors, Chains, Pitch, Tar, Variish, Paints, Paint oil, Soup, White wine vinegar, Navy and J. Matheson and CoPilot bread, an assortment of Pickles, Sauces, Pre- served meats and Fruits, Hams and Cheese, Bass's Beer, Brandy and Gin. Also Wines in variety, BEWEN đi to Victoria, 18th September, 1815,
J. Matheson and Co Turner and Co Holliday, Wise and Co H. Ardaseer and Co Dirom, Gray and Co Jamieson, How and Co D. & M. Rustomjee and Co- Order
Turner and Co
D. & M. Rustomjee and Co Dirom, Gray and Co
Sarah Louisa, Oldham, Scaleby Castle, Lemon, Shah Allum, Page, “ Sir Edward Ryan, Neill, Suria Stroyun, Wild Irish Girl, Buckton,
J. Matheson and Co Owner Murrow and Co
Maclean, Dearie and Co
Captain
SMITH & BREMELOW'S. AERATED RASHERRYADE-
any
THE superior flavour of this refreshing Beverage can be highly recommended, it being a most agreeable and efficacious draught for patients suf- ferring under feverish symptoms. It is worthy the attention of persons residing in warm climates. NB. Manufactured solely from Raspberry Jata and refined with European Sugars. Queen Road, Victoria 16th September, 1845.
FOR SALE,"
H. FRANKLYN will sell to the highest the Godowns of Messrs Fox, Rawson & Co., for whom it may concern the following:
Comfort 428 chest of Congou, Jactoy,
119 do. Quantong, 100 ten cattes boxes, Souchong, Hangcheang, 200 half chests
do.
do.
All in good conditions; musters my be seen at Mr. Franklyn's offi c any day previous to the sale. Victoria, 2nd October, 1846
THE Selfooner "ALPHA," well manned TH
and armed, rons between. Hongkong, Macao, or Cumsingmoon, as required; carrying rargo Opium, Treasure and Passengers, at most mo- derate terms.
W. H. FRANKLYN. Chinam's Wharf.
Victoria, 5th September, 1845.
NOTICE.
NOTICE.
JAMES MCMURRAY respectfully announces to his Friends and the Public that, he has on hand, for hire a number of Sedan Chairs with
Terms, per day 82, per hour $4. Any Lady or Gentleman requiring
* Chaif monthly will be provided with one on liberal termi
Orders punctually attended to. Corner of Alerdeen Street, Queen's Road Victoria, 10th July, 1845.
A
NOTICE
apartment to let at Mr C. Duruid's French taylor, with or without board, on moderats eras, apply to the undersigned.
Victoria, 26th September, 1845.
CIRCULAR
C. DUPUIG.
MONS. 6. DUPUIG.
TAYLOR AND DRAPER FROM PARIS, DEGS most respectfully to inform the Gentry and the Public that he has Removed his Es- THE fine large Lorcha POLLY, com- tablishment from Macao to Hongkong where he manded, and officered by Euro- Intends conducting his Business in all its branches peans, and manned with Manila men, and trusts by strict attention, to merit a share of runs between Hongkong, Camsingmoon, Canton - the. Public patronage which he has for this last two and Macao as required; with general cargo, Opium Treasure, and Passengers,-She is insurable and well found with ground tackle, and is heavily armed. Apply to
W. H. FRANKLYN.
Chinam's Wharf. Victoria, 19th September, 1845.
ON
N Sale a few Boxes of Old Manila Cheruots
No. 4. in boxes of 500. Apply to
W. H. FRANKLYN.
Chinim's Wharf,
Victoria, 29th September, 1815,
BENCAL GRAM
For sale at $2,50 per bag.
W. G. FRANKLYN
Chinam's Wharf,
TO LET AT A MODERATE RENT. THAT fine commodious and airy block of build. ing containing two honses in Hollywood Road directly at the back of Gough Street. These houses are of three stories with verandahs, godowns stables 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
H. FRANKLYN. Victoria, 2nd September, 1845.
HOUSES.
CEVERAL Houses in Peel and Gage Streets at very moderate rents to let or sell; also a few
years received;
MONS. C. DUPUIG also begs to state that be in tends to keep on hand a variety of Cloths suitable for the climate, likewise a selection of Drills and fancy Jeans for Coats etc, etc.; also an assortiment of Buffs, Vallencias, Silks, Satins and Fancy Vel-. vets for Vests of the newest style and fashion,
MONS. C. DUPUIG has a small assortment of Gents Kidd, Silk, and other Gloves, Elastic Braces, Satin Cravats, Stocks etc, etc, etc. all the above articles are of the best description that could be pro- cured in the Colony. Gentlemen can depend an having their Clothes made in the first style of fa- shion and elegance.
Address to MoNS. C. DUPUIG, Taylor & Draper, Wellington St., one door from Graham St. Victoria, Hongkong, 30th May, 1845
N
PUBLIC AUCTION.
Thisday 11th at 4. 30x P. M. will be sold by Auction at the sale room of the undersigned. The goods and Chattells of the Into Mr. Penny, consisting of household furniture &c, and at 6, 300 a quantity of Chinese Curiosities, and Stationery
ALSO.
One Magic Lantern" "with upward of 100 views.
P. TOWNSEND.
Auctioneer.
Victoria, 6th October, 1845.
JUST RECEIVED AND FOR SALE. SMALL quantity of Grindstones, fitted for family use, also Pilot Bread, Tobacco, Beef, Pork, Cheese, Hams, Butter, Umbrellas, and a few
T the Stores of the undersigned --Chateau L, eligible ints of ground in a central position. AP | tins of Anierican water Crackers in tins. 4.1. de Paiva Areas Claret, St Julien, Golden Sherry, Allsops
BRITISH VESSELS AT MACRO, Isabella Robertson, Kelly, Privateer, Abbott,
Royal Exchange, Fraser,
Ruparrell, Perois,
Snipe, Endicotte,
C. S. Lungrah | Pale India Ale în bottle and wood, Bass's October D. & M. R. and Co | brewing in wood, also fine old. Cognac in dozen A. & D. Furdomjee | cases.
A. Heard and Co
AMERICAN AT WHANPOA AND MACAO.
Cahota, Marshall
Grafton, Abbott,
Huntress Lovett,
F. Warren, Pratt,
Midas (Str. Schooner), Poor,
Montauk, MacMichaels,
Panama, Griswold,
Tonquin, Blackler,
Yunchai, Steell,
SUNDRIES,
J. N. A. Griswold.
J. M. Boll Olyphant and Co
Russell and Co J. P. Sturgis Wetmore and Co
J. N. A. Griswold
Russell and Co Wetmore and Co
James Boorman (Swd), Rimmer, Russell and Co. John (Swede), Osterberg, J. Matheson and Co Maria Jacoba (Dutch), Tulloch, Ocean (Swede), Fooks, Rocafuerte (Columbian), Alva, From Jacoba (Dutch), Hoorning, Wollemode (Dut), Grey,
1
SMITH & BRIMELOW. Queen's Road. Victoria, 24th June, 1945.
SODA WATER
AND
ÆRATED LEMONADE
be obtained at the Manufactory of the under- signed. Orders punctually attended to
SMITH & BRIMELOW,
Victoria, 24th Jane, 1845.
JUST LANDED.
AND for sale by the undersigned a few superior
Yorkshire
Opposite the Commissariat. Victoria, 28th August, 1845.
F. FUNCH. FOR SALE
Russell and Co Turner and CoY the undersigned. Superior No. 3. Manila Order there will be disposed of at mide- A. J. S. Van Basel
PIARBIND—At Chons on the 2nd Instant by the Rev. George Smith M. N
Osmond Clevery Esq. cf. Kilworth, County Cork, Ireland, to Ellen youngest daughter of James Fagen Esq. 11. M. 98th Regiment
DIDE
At Macao on the 1st October, CORNELIES LADYD. Esq, aged 43 yeaTS.
F. FUNCK.
mis priors.
Victoria 19th September 1815.
FOR SALE.
ply to
WITH
WH. FRANKLYN
TO LET.
7ITH immediate possession, that pleasant and healthy residence known as FRAMZEE'S Bungalow, sarruanded by a well stocked garden aud commanding a fine view of the Bay, with large sea frontage out house fc. at a very moderate rent, apply to
W. H. FRANKLYN.
Chinam's Wharf,
FOR SALE
JUST received per Amiga,** a quantity of An-
chors and Chains of different sizes. Apply to
W. II. FRANKLYN,-
Chisam's Warf
Victoria, 4th July, 1845.
FOR SALE. By the undersigned.
Champagne,
Hock,
Beer, and Stout, all of the first quality, EDWARD NEWMAN. Victoria 7th October, 1345,
NOTICE.
P. TOWNSEED- Victoria, 7th--Detocer, 1845.
LINGUISTS Rerous and NAVY BELLS for sale
at this
Office Friend of China, 28th Deo., 1844.
TOR SALE.—At the office of this paper.
Compradores cheque books.
Ships Articles, with an abstract of the merchant seaman's act endorsed on the back.
Charterparties after forms by Chitty, Powers of Attorney, after forms by Chitty. Bills of Lading
Chinese Tariff of imports,
counting houses,
and
COLONIES, AND THEIR GOVERNMENT.
The conviction that our present system of colo nial government is suficient for the eist of all go vernment, the advancement and prosperity of the governed, and is saworthy of a country whose de pendencies have never been rivalled in extent, in LL. Persons having claice on the estate of the variety, in productiveness, and in number and whose As Mr. ARTUR PASy of Victoris are reisiems to be the subjection of the atfer quired to send in the smocat for adjustment. And FEW Reams of good English Foolscap at 26 who are indebted to the shore extste, are re
quested to pay the war forthwith to per Ream. Apply to Opposite the Commissarist Victoria, Tod August 1615.
E FUNCK
Mr. WM, BURGOYNE Opposite the Commossy rat Victoria 3rd October, 15151
most parts of the earth te civilisation under the Anglo-Saxon demision-this conviction geatly growe deeper, and has, if we do not minetke the signs of the times, reached that state in which in- farmel pablic opinion requires a remedy. The trouble our colonies have occasionally given us,