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Enclosure 32, in No. 114.

From CAPTAIN VAUGHTON to the COLONIAL SECRETARY.

I ENCLOSE you a statement from Mr. Barrillon, through Mr. Desbons; I hope you

Malacca, December 7, 1875. will be able to understand it; the first part is in answer to questions from Mr. Plunket. There is also another spy come in whom Mr. Trevenen has seen, as I was unable to do so, as the Maharaja of Johore was here. Yesterday a Mr. De Wind, whom doubtless you know by report, came to me asking for a meeting of justices to see if we could not take some precautions, such as making special constables, &c. in case of attacks from the Malays, as he said we have our wives and families, houses, land, and are fearful they might come down on as any hour. I know he said Mr. Velge has had a letter from Gummanchie giving the account of the attack already mentioned by Mr. Daly, and we know not the night or hour these people may not be upon us. Mr. De Wind' is a very great friend of Mr. Velge. I called a meeting to-day of all the leading Chinese and natives of this place, and justices; all the former declared themselves thoroughly loyal and willing to fight; only they said give us arms. every precaution, but they seemed contented when I told them I was hourly expecting The justices requested me to take 200 men, and that seemed to satisfy them, but they expressed a wish that the garrison of Malacca be not weakened. I am sorry to say no troops have arrived; I have made every preparation for them, and until they do so I can assure you it is very anxious time. It is reported to me by Mr. Hayward that Malacca has long been talked of, as a place to come to by the Malays. My men are doing guard with only two nights in bed. I will write again 'to-morrow by the Burmah steamer which I hope will come in from Penang.

Yours, &c. (Signed) E. H. VAUGHTON.

P.S.-I send on the " Rainbow" and Mr. Trevenen, as that is what I consider is the Eise of the steamer to tell you how things are going on, and I hear it is a very expensive charter. The statement is just as I got it from the French. again and have given 850, as he said he had many presents, &c. to make. Mr. Plunket I have sent out Mr. B. is still at Sungei Ujong.

I hear from the native spy that there is to be an attack on Sungei Ujong, men coming up three different roads, which I see Mr. Trevenen has not got down.

I do not detain Mr. Trevenen, as I do not now think he will be required. For when my troops come I am well able to do any civil work, and Mr. Plunket will be back

Soon..

From Mr. BARbilon.

In answer first to questions from Mr. Plunket, H. V. tries to get the population to march against Chindras. Proof, H. V. is the cause of it. About one year he lent the Bunda of Campong Cado, who had been appointed Datu of Ayer Kuning, $500. He is much devoted to H. V. Many buffaloes were killed, and all the expenses were paid by H. V. at the election of bis protegee. The opinion in the country is the English Government is anxious to take the whole country, and that Chindrass is only a pretext to cause a conflict. The Malays hope to be assisted by Pahang. At Gummanchi is well received and looked up to, and he has a certain influence amongst the Chief's. In Accoun (town) (not quite sure of the word) the rumours which nearly caused an attack on the miners were spread by the Datu of Ayer Cuning and the Malays of Ladang, who, they say, see their gold taken from their territory. All these particulars were given by the Datu and Rajah Origan from Kourow, and by Omar, the Rajah's son-in-law. ↑ H. V. is in good friendship with the whole country. Five or six Malays are always travelling by his orders through Gumanchi, Tampin, Johole, Rumbow, &c. Nearly almost all the Datus are indebted to H. V. He lets them know everything. As soon as serious news from any place, Tampin is informed at once. At present H. V. is doing his best to have

Said Ahmat appointed Jam Tuan. As soon as Mr. Plunket sent the Datu of Johole ■ revolver, H. V. sent him one also. Some time ago he sent him a case of opium. Several arms and powder have been supplied by him to Tampin, Johole, Sungie Ujong, &c. He hates the English, and speaks very ill of them. That is the reason he is so well looked up to by the Malays. These particulars were given by Said Ahmat and Omar. The two Rajabs of Seri Menenti are on good terms and much liked in the whole of the country. Said Ahmet states nothing positive against Malacca at present. Datu Klana

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of Sungei Ujong hated. There is the greatest excitement in the whole country since war with England is imminent. The territory of Seri Menenti has been entered without permission by some mata mata with arms, people that went there for refuge from Sungei Ujong, thence the distrust that suddenly spread. The Malays intend using violent poisons for the wells in every direction. At Johole and Rumbowe there are 11 people making it. The general opinion is against the Government, is about Sungie Ujong, but they say the present Klana is the right man. As regards the events at Perak, Mr. B. does not believe in any combined movement with Malays at Tampin, &c. Said Ahmet says the English have no Chief standing for them. All the Malay Chiefs are hypocrites. They will accept gifts, money, &c., and will give tokens of friendships until the moment they can stand against the English. The Datu of Rambow, who is considered a friend of the English, is the most treacherous man Rambow possesses, in Said Ahmet's opinion. The same for Datu of Johole. The general cause of dislike of the Malays to the English is first some Malay women and girls have been violated by English soldiers at Sungei Ujong. The Mot D'ordre seems to come from Malacca. The Malay priests should be watched. The Malays hope Turkey will assist them. On the 24th November a man named Haat Ahmet coming from Choon and Chindrass, going to Linghy through Rambow, and said confi- dentially to Rajah of Oongan of Kurow he was sent by the Krani of Sultan Ali, a European was with him, said he was going to see about Linghey and make himself certain whether the waters were deep. But Rajah Ongan does not believe this. He supposes the man has some letters to the Datu of Rambow. On the 2nd of December the Datu of Tampin passed through Tebourn coming from Malacca, after staying five or six days with H. V., who gave him a commission for Gamunchi. Mr. B. states, on coming to Malacca on December 5th I met at the sixth milestone a Malay of Tampin going to Pulo Lebam; that man at one time told me everything, but this time was quite reserved; however, he told me he was going to Gummauchi to join the Datu of Tampin, and showed me a letter from H. V. to some person in Gummanchie. There is a China. man at Gummanchi by name of Sy Chi, who escaped from Malacca Gaol, and for whom the Government offered #100. The distrust that suddenly spread in the country was even at Tampin, Rambow, Johole, and Gummanchi. Jigibbon are preparing to help Sri Menanti; already several Malays have gone there from Rumbow. They are much encouraged against the English by the affairs in Perak. As to Tampin, Kurow, and Tebourn they are neutral. Said Ahmet will remain neutral unless the English enter his territory, as was hinted by Said Alonger lately to people of Tampin. Said Alonger said to him the English with Arabe and mata mata are to go to Bri Menanti, passing through Tampin. Said Ahmet asked Mr. B. if it was likely the English would do so; he replied, oh no, if he remained neutral he would not be disturbed, and he promised to do so.

The Malays of Sri Menanti (says Said Ahmet) are working to shut up certain passages in the mountains, cutting wood to form obstacles, and large pieces of rocks to throw down. Munitions, &c. are expected through Moar and Liguy. Sri Menanti possess the Snider.

SIR,

Enclosure 33. in No. 114.

CAPTAIN MURRAY to the COLONIAL SECRETARY,

Sunghie Ujong, December 3, 1875. I REGRET to report that on the night of the 2nd a Malay force, variously estimated at from 200 to 400 men, made a descent in the village of Paroe, five miles distant from here. A force of eight police were stationed there who were driven in; one is still missing. They seem to have been in want of food, and made this raid with the object of obtaining a supply.

I hear to-day that they are establishing themselves in the Chinese coolie houses. The Datu Klana's men seem all to have disappeared, and last night he was only able to muster a few Araba to protect his house.

I have this morning received a letter from Quanku Autor, which I forward for the information of his Excellency; I make no remarks on this letter, it speaks for itself."

I have not been able to ascertain if Rumbowe has joined this movement, but judging from the fact that the Linghy River is still open, I imagine such is not yet the ease.

Mr. Plunket and a party from Malacca bas just arrived.

I have, &c.

The Hon. the Colonial Secretary,

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Gg

(Signed) T. J. MURRAY,

Acting Assistant Resident.

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