be transformed to the Colonies, and the condition of the Emigrant might be greatly benefited if proper security could be obtained on fulfilment of the original contract. Arrangements for the return of Emigrants (should such be their wish) to their native Country.
But I am afraid adequate security can be found for giving effect to any of these conditions. The shipment of Coolies is now almost wholly confined to lawful ports where there exists "Consular control," and where they can be protected from abuses and abominations that prevail.
The crimpers employed in the collection of Emigrants have been hitherto people of the very worst character, and are frequently sacrificed to the revenge of the people, and of late, several cases have been brought to the notice of the authorities, where they have been put to death by the Mandarins. The profits of the trade and the enormous premiums given for the collection of Emigrants naturally and avariciously create agents of the trade.
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