on the purpose of the deportation, Singurore is the nearest port to leeward at which a Steamer can be reached.
He "Phate Dunbar sailed on the morning of the 27th instant. I trust you will approve the expense incurred under the extreme urgencies of the case.
The case, amounting to $5,240 Dollars, besides a small gratuity not yet fixed to the Officers and crew of the Ship.
I am happy to be able to add that this measure has given general satisfaction both to the European and Foreign Community, and to the well-intentioned Native Residents.
A standing danger has been removed from our midst, the Colony has been freed to some extent from a constant pest, and a feeling of confidence and security has been restored.
There is reason to believe that not only have other bad characters left the place in consequence of our proceedings, but that it will operate still more effectively against the influx of such characters.
I do not therefore at present propose to make a second...