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No. 15.
GOVERNOR SIR W. JERVOIS, K.C.M.G., C.B., to the EARL OF CARNARVON.
(Telegraphic.)
Singapore, November 4, 1875.
I REGRET to say I fear Mr. Birch has been treacherously killed on Perak River at Passir Sala, between Bhota and Durian Sabatang. Proclamations of Sultan Abdullah and Governor referring to arrangements made by me with Sultan for government of Perak to be carried on by British officers in his name, on which full report sent by mail of 21st October had to be posted. I received telegram last night from Birch, dated, I think, erroneously, November 1, stating proclamations posted. All quiet and satisfac- tory; at same time I received telegram from Lieutenant-Governor of Penang, dated yesterday, stating Birch, when at Passir Sala, was attacked and killed in his bath. Malay interpreter also killed; two men missing; four wounded. I think this affair is one of an isolated character, but in case of anything more serious I have sent 100 troops from Singapore, and 60 from Penang; also 30 additional armed police to Perak to occupy Residency. Mr. Swettenham with body of armed police set out from Bandar Bahru for Qualla Kangsa on 28th ultimo. I have directed every available armed man to be sent from Laroot to Qualla Kangsa to support him. He can from there get to Laroot if necessary. I go myself to-morrow to Perak River to see how matters stand. Will communicate further in a few days.
No. 16.
Substance of Telegram to GovERNOR SIR W. JERVOIS, K.C.M.G., C.B., dated
November 5, 1875.
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Much regret newi. approve all your proceedings as reported in your message, and will arrange for reinforcements if really needful; but of this Cabinet must judge. You must reply by telegraph fully and promptly. I hope that this may admit of being treated as an individual outrage, and not lead to military operations, which would endanger British policy in native States.
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the Sultan of Tringanu, expressive of his appreciation of the manner in which he was entertained during his visit to the Straits Settlements.
I have, &c.
(Signed) WM. F. DRUMMOND JERVOIS.
Enclosure in No. 19.
SREE SULTAN OMAR, of Tringanu, to his Excellency THE GOVERNOR,
Straits Settlements. (Translation.)
****(After compliments.)
11 Shaaban 1292 (September 11, 1875),
We inform our friend that we have been well received, and respectfully aided and cherished. Nothing has been wanting, but all fully supplied.
During the absence of our friend (in Perak), we lived in Singapore in peace and prosperity, without any evil and mischief.
We were troubled in mind, however, for leaving our country so long; therefore we asked the Colonial Secretary to allow us to return to Tringanu.
The Colonial Secretary hired for us and for all the women, our family, and all our men,
a steamer called the "Kromahta," and he fully supplied us with what was needed.
We thank our friend very much, and we have nothing to return to our friend, but we pray God will reward our friend, and grant our friend a long life and prosperity, and may be become Governor permanently at the three Settlements until the last day. We hope our friend and ourselves may continue to love one another and assist one another for ever, and may it never end during the revolution of the sun and moon, night and day.
No, 20.
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No. 17.
GOVERNOR SIR W. JERVOIS, K.C.M.G., C.B., to the EARL Of carnarvON.
(Received November 6.) (Telegraphic.)
Singapore, November 6, 1875. THE officer reported killed is J. W. W. Birch. Death not absolutely certain. Governor left yesterday evening for Perak, calling at Malacca and Klang,
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GOVERNOR SIR W. JERVOIS, K.C.M.G., C.B., to the EARL OF CARNARVON. (Received November 8, 1875.) MY LORD,
Singapore, September 30, 1875. I HAVE the honour to acknowledge the receipt on the 3rd instant, of a telegraphic Despatch (confidential) from your Lordship, of which the following is a copy :—
"September 2nd. Warn Rajah Mahdie if taken prisoner on hostile expedition Her Majesty's Government will not interfere to save his life."
I may add that steps have been taken to warn Rajah Mahdie accordingly,
I have, &c. (Signed) WM. F. DRUMMOND JERVOIS.
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No. 18.
Substance of Telegram from the ACTING Colonial SECRETARY to the EARL OF CARNARVON, dated Singapore, November 6, 1875. Telegram received will be sent by Governor by Maharajah's gunboat this afternoon.
No. 19.
Govmawan Sin W. F. JERVOIS, K.C.M.G., C.B., to the EARL OF CARNARVON.
(Received November 8.)
No. 978. MY LORD,
Government House, Singapore, September 29, 1875. In continuation of my despatch, dated 18th September, I have the honour to enclose, for your Lordship's information, copy of a letter received from his Highness
No. 21.
The ACTING COLONIAL SECRETARY at Singapore to the EARL OF CARNARVON. (Received November 9.) (Telegraphic.)
Singapore, November 9, 1875, 7.20 a.m. TELEGRAMI just received from Governor, dated Penang, but evidently sent from Perak, apparently Residency some 60 miles up Perak River. Was relieved by Innes on Satur- day. On Sunday attack made by troops and police from Penang and Birch's Sepoys on stockade further up river, near site of Birch's murder. Attack failed. Innes killed. Elliott and Booth wounded. Eight men of 10th wounded. One missing. Governor was going up the river to Batu Rabit. Rabit half way up to the Residency. Governor orders me to telegraph to Hong Kong for 300 men. Have telegraphed, but told General Colborne to wait orders from home. Have telegraphed to Viceroy. Asked for 500 men at least and ship of war. Shail send to Labuan to hasten " Modeste."
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