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I have every hope that the destruction of these two villages will result in the dispersion of Joh Sri Lela's followers, and that the seizure of the leaders, for whom I have offered rewards, will be thus considerably facilitated.

The Honourable the Colonial Secretary, S. S.

No. 34.

(Signed)

I have, &c.

W. E. MAXWELL, Deputy Commisioner, Perak.

GOVERNOR Sir W. F. JERVOIS, K.C.M.G., C.B., to the EARL OF CARNARVON.

(Received March 25, 1876.)

(No. 89.) MY LORD,

Government House, Singapore,

February 24, 1876.

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In the despatches which I have addressed to your Lordship, since the commence- ment of the disturbances in the Malay peninsula, relative to the operations carried on therein, I have had much pleasure in bringing to your Lordship's notice the names of those officers who have particularly distinguished themselves in the conduct of the duties assigned to them. Of Major Dunlop and Mr. Swettenham, the commissioner and deputy commissioner respectively whom I attached to the force under Major-General Colborne, C.B., I have already spoken in the strongest terms, and I can but reiterate the high opinion which I have formed of these officers, and of the valuable services rendered by them. 2. In paragraph of my dispatch No. 18, of the 14th January last, I have recorded my thanks to Colonel Anson, R.A., and to Captain Murray, for their services during the operations in Sungie Ujong, and I beg again to bring the names of these officers before your Lordship's notice, and to express my appreciation of the energy displayed by them. 3. To Major McNair, and Mr. W. E. Maxwell, the commissioner and deputy com- missioner respectively, whom I attached to the Indian force under Brigadier-General Ross, C.B., my best thanks are due, as well as to Captain Speedy, the assistant resident in Laroot. I enclose a copy of a letter which I have received from Brigadier-General Ross, expressing his high opinion of Mr. Maxwell, and stating how valuable has been the assistance which he has received from that officer.

4. To Mr. Davidson, the resident in Salangore, great credit is due for the tact and energy which he displayed in putting down bands of free-booters and marauders, and generally in preserving order in that state.

5. Turning from the colonial officers, I would beg to express my best thanks to Major- General Colborne for his cordial co-operation with me, and I trust that I am not stepping beyond my province in expressing my opinion that his untiring energy and contented bearing when exposed during the recent operations to severe hardships in the jungle had a most inspiriting effect on the officers and men under his command.

6. To Captain Buller, R.N., Senior Naval Officer, I would also express my thanks for the valuable assistance which he has rendered, particularly in fitting up the boats for the transport of troops and stores up the Perak river.

7. Owing to the good arrangements made by Commissary W. Robinson, who has been untiring in his efforts throughout, the supplies of stores and provisions have been per- fectly maintained, and I beg to thank this officer for the able assistance which he has rendered.

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8. To Brigadier-General Ross, C.B., and to the Indian force under bis comman my best thanks are due for the services which they have rendered in the operation which have taken place in Perak and Sungie Ujong. The Brigadier-General has co-operated with me most cordially in carrying out my suggestions and proposals.

9. I have personally received the greatest assistance from Mr. Phillippo, until recently Acting Attorney-General, and from Lieutenant McClúm, R.E., my Acting Private Secretary. These two officers accompanied me throughout the period when operations were being carried on both in Perak and in the states near Malacca, and when, as I was necessarily absent from head-quarters, an enormous amount of work devolved upon me.

I found Mr. Phillippo invaluable as a counsellor, and I beg to bring his name before your Lorship for favourable consideration whenever an opportunity for promoting him should present itself. Lieutenant McCallum is a young officer of the highest promise, and my best thanks are due to him for the untiring zeal and energy which he has displayed.

I have, &c.

(Signed) WM. F. DRUMMOND JERVOIS.

The Right Hon. the Earl of Carnarvon,

&c.

&c.

&c.

• No. 145 of Confidential Paper, “ Eastern, No. 17."

(No. 15.)

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From BRIGADIER-GENERAL J. Ross, Commanding Larut Field Force, to His EXCELLENCY the GOVERNOR STRAITS SETTLEMENTS.

STB,

Singapore, February 24, 1876. As it is probable that I shall be leaving the Straits shortly, I wish before doing so to bring to your Excellency's notice the valuable assistance which I have received from Mr. W. Maxwell, whom you attached as Deputy Commissioner to the Larut Field Force under my command.

From early in December to the present time he has exerted himself to assist me in every way, especially as regards information, in obtaining which he has been most successful. The news which he has from time to time given me of the movements of Ex-Sultan Ismail and others, has invariably been correct, and he has shown much judgment in discriminating between the reports which were to be depended upon or

otherwise.

His manner of treating with Rajah Muda Yusuf, so as to induce him to actively side with the British Government, is deserving, I think, of much credit.

I feel that I am only doing justice to this Officer in recommending him to your Excellency's very favourable notice.

I have, &c.

(Signed) J. Ross, Brigadier-General.

No. 35.

Governor Sir W. F. JERVOIS, K.C.M.G., C.B., to the EARL of CARNARVON. (Received March 25, 1876.) (Confidential.)

Government House, Singapore,

February 24, 1876.

MY LORD,

A REPORT has accidentally reached me that, some six or seven weeks ago, a Malay, named Panjang Meroo, was taken when alone in the jungle, at a place named Tumung, near Qualla Kangsa, by a party of the Naval Brigade sent from the latter place, and, it is stated that, in pursuance of orders issued by Brigadier-General Ross, C.B., this man, immediately on his being taken, was hanged.

I have called upon Brigadier-General Ross for report on the subject, but have not yet Raciosure 1. received a reply.

Meanwhile, I think it my duty to inform your Lordship that such an occurrence is reported to have taken place, and that inquiries are being made with reference thereto.

I have, &c. (Signed) WM. F. DRUMMOND JERVOIS.

The Right Hon. Earl of Carnarvon,

&c.

&c.

&c.

February 21.

P.S.-Since writing the above, I have received from Brigadier-General Ross a letter (copy enclosed) stating the circumstances connected with the occurrence herein Enclosure 1. referred to.

W. F. D. J.

(Confidential.)

Enclosure 1.

Government House, Singapore, SIB,

February 21, 1876. A REPORT has accidentally reached me that, some six weeks ago, a Malay, named Panjang Meroo, was taken when alone in the jungle, at a place named Tumung, near Qualla Kangsa, by a party of the Naval Brigade sent from the latter place, and it is stated that, in pursuance of orders issued by you, this man immediately on his being taken was hanged.

I have the honour to request that you will furnish me with every information in your power as to the circumstances of this occurrence.

I have, &c. (Signed)

Brigadier-General Ross, C.B.,

Commanding Laroot Field Force,

&c. &c.

&c.

Singapore.

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WM. F. DRUMMOND JERVOIS.

February 24,