Mene 273 Hastings, at Hongkong, 8th April, 1849.
It is my desire that the Minden should not be occupied as a Receiving Ship for the crew of any of Her Majesty's ships, except in the case of great necessity, such as a ship being compelled to clear out her hold, &c. It is my direction that you govern yourself accordingly and produce this order to any Captain who may require you to receive on board the Minden his ship's company.
(Signed)
A. Collar
Rear Admiral and
Commander in Chief.
True Copy.
H. M. Ship Minden.
Maine
Colonial Secretary