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The Hougkong Government Gazette.

but having closed within their first range, very much of their fire | The stock and chains had been removed; parts of the chains we

went over us.

away.

found cut into lengths, mixed with their shot beside the large g 4. We found ourselves opposed to twenty-two West-coast boats, on board some of the fleet. These anchors, one marked 3 three of them of very large size. One, having a line of fourteen guns the other "Tom Bowline, Newcastle," besides a third smaller o bearing upon as, attracted notice, and was the earliest sunk, going which, being iron-stocked, without mark, might have served as the down with her banners flying, The Pirates stood to their guns heavy anchor of a vessel such as the Nymph, we have brough well at first, for although engaging at reduced charge distance, we

It is fair to suppose, as the deposition of Eli M. Boggs!.. were upwards of an hour silencing them, only occasionally ceasing, been proved so correct in this instance, that it is truthful througho to spring ship into position. Then the remains of the crews, either 7. Besides the recaptured Ningpo boat, we released oue ind in large bodies took to the shore, or tried to escape in two of their rately large_Shan-tung trading-vessel, and two smaller ones captures. One we dismasted, and, driving on shore, they were over-different builds: one, for which no owner could be found, . powered by the country people; the Paoushun chased the other handed over to the Mandarins. It may be worthy of remark, ho out of the harbor, and seized her outside. Only one of the twenty- determinedly the Pirates had arranged their plan of resistan two West-coast boats was found sufficiently uninjured to bring [Besides removing guns to the side engaged, in some instances t away; some went down before the guns could be removed, or blew guns on the in-shore side of their craft were turned round so as up, guns and all; the twenty-one wrecks were burnt and destroyed fire out across their decks over the other tier. The vessel we hate brought away was saved by their having moored one of the mer. chant craft alongside, laden to the right depth with coals, &c., &c. so that their guns just peered over her. Then came bales of cotte! between the muzzles of the guns on the decks of the mercha craft. This most complete and curious battery ↓ examined myschl before it was removed. One of our shells had fired some of the cotton or powder about her decks, but no shot had penetrated through the "fender." The two other merchant vessels moored for

have brought away about one hundred guns, and retained one pri soner, whom, volunteering evidence, it may be useful to keep for examination.

at low water,

5. The country people assured us that there were upwards of one thousand, chiefly Canton men, in the Squadron, with nearly two hundred guns, varying in size and shape. The quantities of powder, stiukpots, shot, &c., &c., found on board and destroyed, was quite astonishing; the chiefs had given out that a War-brig was coming with a Steamer, and that it should be seen how they, the Pirates, would deal with them. Ten or twelve of this Squadron had met us to the Northward, and had lately returned from Shan-tung. The sub-same purpose; but lacking the lading, had proved useless. W prefect having applied to me through Mr Interpreter Sinclair for assistance in overpowering a body of three or four hundred that threatened the main town of Shih-poo, and had established themselves in a walled position commanding the main causeway into the city, I landed a strong party under the 2d Lieutenant, who, taking them in flauk, dislodged them without sustaining injury from the fire of their gingails, and following them up, thoroughly dispersed or destroyed them, handing prisoners over to the Mandarins, whom I had requested to be in attendance, Mr Sinclair kindly, although not without personal risk, accompanying the expedition.

8. Finally, yesterday having anchored off Sin,kea-mun channel, i sent boats to examine it, and to push on to Pootoo to offer assistance or passage hither to any Europeans remaining on that island. Neither Pirates nor Europeans were met with, so I trust they have returned hither without accident; indeed the complete success of H. M. Sloop at Shih-poo may have the effect of ridding this neigh borhood for the present of all smaller villains. Doubtless many such exist; for, boarding a Niugpo boat of no size, armed withi

man sent hence with us declared him pirate; then honest. Withia an hour of his being allowed to proceed, fishing-boats came to inform us that he was a pirate. We should have difficulty in dealing with these smaller craft, as of course they would not attack the Bittera or her boats. I should have mentioned that, examining the large village or southern part of the island of Tung-mun the morning we left Shih-poo, Mr Interpreter Sinclair was assured by the Chinese Elders that the entire remainder of the Pirates had been seized or i cut off by the country people.—I have, &c., &c.,

6. On following days we thoroughly examined the island and village off which the Pirates were inoored. This is at the north-small gun, the man shewed a pass of old date. At first, the oflici i erumost part of the harbour, somewhat sheltered by some small islands; the main town threatened by the Pirates being a mile | further to southward, opposite the island of Tung mun, How far the village is piratical, it is difficult to pronounce; doubtless there exists collusion between them,-so said some of their neighbors, Many of the Pirates had certainly been living on shore; they had been giving plays, and enjoying themselves. But, doubting the honesty of my informers, and seeing crowds of children about, I agreed with Mr Sinclair (whose presence has been of the greatest assistance), that it was impossible to do more than warn the villagers, through their Elders, of the risk they incurred by having any deal- ings with the Pirates, and required them to deliver up any muni- tions of war late belonging to the fleet. Near one of the two stone jetties projecting off from this village, we found the two anchors deposed to before you as being there, by Eli Boggs, the American.

THE

NOTICE.

[HE Creditors of, and Debtors to, the Estate of the late JAMES FURGESSON, Master of the Barque "Countess of Winton." are requested to send their respective Claims and Payments to this Consulate, on or before the 31st December, 1855.

W. H. MEDHURST,

Consul.

British Consulate, Foo-chow-foo, 19th September. 1855.

PUBLIC AUCTION.

B Register of the Supreme Court of Hongkong,

þY Order of W. H. Alexander, Esq., Acting

Steam for

(Signed,) E. W. VANSITTART,

Commander.

True Copy,

SINGAPORE, PENANG, POINT DE GALLE ADEN, SUEZ, MALTA, MARSEILLES, & SOUTHAMPTON;

Also, hanga

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BOMBAY, MADRAS, & CALCUTTA.

THE

HE PENINSUlar & Oriental Steam Naviga- TION COMPANY'S Steam-ship "GANGES," Captain Bowen, with Her Majesty's Mails, Passen- gers, Specie, and Cargo for the above Places, will leave this on MONDAY, the 15th October next; at 2 P.M.

CARGO will be received on board until 5 P.M. on the 13th, SPECIE until Noon on the 14th, and PARCELS until 2 P.M. on the 14th,

---the undersigned will sell by AUCTION, on a day next week to be named in Handbills, the EFFECTS | belonging to the Estates of the undermentioned For Particulars regarding FREIGHT and PASSAGE, deceased Persona,--James Lindow, EDWARD BATES, apply at the Peninsular & Oriental Steam Navigation and Jozz ANTONY, consisting of,-WEARING AP-Company's Office, Hongkong. PAREL, TRUNKS, BOXES, and sundry other articles, which will be named in Handbills.

CHARLES MARKWICK, Government Auctioneer, Hongkong, 13th October, 1855.

MR

NOTICE.

́R JAMES CRAMPTON has this day been admitted a Partner in our Firm, the business will henceforth be conducted under the name of CRAMPTONS, HANBURY & Co.

HANBURY & Co.

Shanghae, 1st October, 1855.

FOR SALE!

RON SAFES of different sizes, DRAWING-ROOM GRATES, FENDERS and FIRE-IRONS, Rogers' CUTLERY, ELECTRO-PLATEDWARE of every description.

PAPIER MACHE WRITING-DESKS, ALBUMS,

CONTENTS, AND VALUE OF PACKAGES, ARE REQUIRED.

A Written Declaration of the Contents and Value of the Packages for the Overland Route is required by the Egyptian Government, and must be delivered by the Shipper to the Company's Agents with the Bills of Lading or with Parcels; and the Company do not hold themselves responsible for any Detention or Prejudice which may happen from incorrectness in

such declaration,

ROB: S. WALKER, Superintendent.

Peninsular & Oriental Steam Navigation Company's Office, Hongkong, 24th September, 1855..

WORK BUAES, CARD-CASES, INK-STANDS, A

KNITTING-BOXES, WATCH-STANDS, &&

SMITH & BRIMELOW.

Hongkong, 21st September, 1855.

FOR SALE.

N Invoice of MUNTE YELLOW METAL, from 16 to 28 oz.; also COMPOSITION NAILS,

and SHEATHING FELT.

SMITH & BRIMELOW. Hongkong, 3d October, 1855.

W. WOODGATE,

EXKOH-I-NOOR”

N extensive Assortment of WINES, BEER,

ASPIRITS, &c., consisting of

40 Octaves Old PALE SHERRY.

do. 24 Quarter-casks

6 Hhds. very superior PALE SHERRY, 30 Cases Glenlivet WHISKEY.

20 3-dozen Cases superior CHAMPAONI.

50 Cases Fine PALE BRANDY,

30 Cases Fruity Old Port.

10 Hhds. Martell's BRANDY.

5 do. Booth's Cordial Gin. 500 Dozens Allsopp's ALE, bottled by F. Friend.

30 Hads. PoxTER, &c., &c.

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SMITH & BRIMELOW. Hongkong, 3d October, 1855.

EX “EARL OF HARDWICKE” N Invoice of Europe CORDAGE, from 1 to #

SMITH & BRIMELOW. Hongkong, 3d October, 1855.

ANI, CHAIN CABLES, AC

NOTICE.

E SILVER & COMPANY, Skip Chandlery, DE

General Agents, and Auctioneers, Queen's Road, having made extensive arrangements in ENO- LAND and the UNITED STATES, by which the STOCK OF GOODS, will be largely increased. will keep always on hand every description of SIP CHANDLERY, and OILMAN'S STORES, SU BUTTER; Gallego FLOUR, put up in Half-barre's expressly for family use. Also, selected BEEF and PORK, BUCK-WHEAT and CORN-MEAL in Tins, Crushed SUGAR; Bent's Water, Butte, and SODA CRACKERS, Sichel's WINE BITTERS. WINES and BRANDIES of various kinds and prices, SOCKS, GLOVES, aud PERFUMERY. WARE, SHIP'S CABOOSES, STOVES, And, a general assortment of well-selected HARD PLATFORM SCALES, FANCY GOODS, STA TIONERY, and OFFICE BOOKS made expressis for this climate.

Hongkong, 8th August, 1855.

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