NOTICE.
PRess Galvano Fleetic bid Magustio Ring. FOR SALE-By undersigned, Hyam's
THE FRIEND OF CHINA AND HONGKONG GAZETTE.
OVERLAND FRIEND OF CHINA.
Overland Friend of China" will be pub
Tlished monthly, ready for the sailing of the Penin
Hotel expences and Extra Baggage, all of which will be charged for
Trausit Campany, peperately by the gyptian
the Egyptian Transit Company 16s. per Cwt. for the conveyance throng Egypt (for first Class Pas sengers, off all Baggage exceeding 2 Cwt., and (for Children and Servants) of all exceeding 1 Cwt. No package of Baggage should exceed 80 lbs. in weight. The dunentiune most convenient for transporting across the Desert on the Camels and therefore strongly recommended are, length 2 feel 3 in, breadth 1 foot 2 in, depth 1 foot 2 in.
Intermediate RATES or PassIOR.
to Penang,
£ 23.
Ceylon
Do.
to Singapore,
Do.
to Hongkong,
to Singapore,
Perang
Do.. to Hongkong,
Singapore to Hongkong.
39.
65.
10.
45.
35.
CHILDREN WITH THEIR PARENTS. Not exceeding two years, free excepting Ste wards's fees; above two years and pot exceeding
six, one third of the amount of Adults; above six and not exceeding ten years, one half the amount of Adults....
The rate of exchange to be at all times regulated by that of the Oriental Bank.
CIRCULAR.
807
W. H. FRANKLYN, SHIPPING AND GENERAL COMMISSION AGENT, AND AUCTIONARA, CHINAM'S WHARF, VICTORIA, TAS For all
Wine Sale sh kinds of ship and Cabin Fortes, Ditto ditto is Cask, and a variety of miscellaneous articles, (see advertisements) at Wholesale prices, in not less quantities than one Case, Piece, on Package. A liberal allowance made to the Trade.
GOODS SOLD BY AUCTION AND COMMISSION," Goods received from alongside Ship and Stored in dry godowns on the most moderato terms.
Goods, Letters, and parcels forwarded, and busi- ness transacted for parties absent..
Victoria, 13th May, 1815.
WITH
TO LET.
TITH immediate possession, that pleasant and healthy residence known 83 FHausbe's and commanding a fine view of the Bay, with large Bungalow, surrounded by a well stocked garden
-sea frontage out house &c, at a very moderate rent,
apply to
W. H. FRANKLYN.
Chinam's Wharf.. H. FRANKLYN has for sale an invoice. of Mineral Tar and oil paints in emall casks and cases, at a very moderate price.
W.
the efficacy of which in ouring those deseases consular and Oriental Company's vessels. The new sequent upon a derangement of the nervous system paper will contain from twelve to sixteen columns, is attested by numerous testimonials. In this exclusively devoted to commerce, shipping, naval climate, where it is believed that the prevailing and military affair, and local colonial politics; also fever, is merely a nervous affection, and in this intelligence from Manils, New South Wales, or respect different from the favors of other tropical the Pacific, when there is any chance of its being chuntries, the Magnetic Ring has peculiar claims received in England before that by other routes.
In commerce, a corrected price current from upon the public,
The Ring possesses all the properties of a Gal- Canton to the latest date is available, also any venic Battery, without the disagreeable shock, commercial statistics published during the month, thereby transmitting the Galvanic current thron. The shipping will contain the arrivals, departures, and ghout the system in the same manner as the nerv. passenger &c. at Hongkong, Macao ous fluid affects the nerves, elmost imperceptibly Whampoa, compiled from all the local papers. The ne sensation, but most efficacious in its remedial naval und military department, will be as full and results. The Galvano Electric principle is the precise as our means of information render avail- strongest agent in nature-it rends rocks asunder, able. In local politics, in addition to a general melts metals, and is of the same character as light summary, we will give at length the opinion of our ning auch a tremendous power would cause death contemporarios on all important questions, com. if applied injudiciously by means of strong Galvanic mencing this month with the Property tax. Batteries indeed, from recent experience, it is proved that the lowner the Galvanic eurrent is reduced in intensity the greater will be its curative effects on the human system in other words, the Galvanic fluid transmitted through the system in a proper dose is the only method of supplying the loss of nervous energy, increase vitality, and re- move diseases for there is every reason to believe that vitality or he is dependent on a proper distri- bution of electricity throughout the system, for when the norves are impeded in their action there is always a partial paralysis of the parts affected, owing to the functions of the nerves being impair ed through the loss of nervous vitality-the mode of cure in such cases has been to excite the action of the nerves by electricity, but the most rational way: is to supply the nerves by a continual current, which is accomplished by means of the Gaivanos! Electrio Ring. The system being supplied with
NOTICE.-le hereby given that Tenders, ad- fluid is so much invigorated, dressed to the Galvano Electric mot only to resist the power Ordines, will be received until Saturday the of contagion but likewise to expel the elements of 30th instant, for Washing and Repairing, for disease, thus forming what Hippocrates termed the vis medicatriz naturæ." It is necessary timt the one year, the following articles of Barrack and themselves as Medical and Surgical practitioners | buildings belonging to government,
Hospital Bedding, Clothing, &c. &c.
Blankets, Europe, Quilts, Cotton Indian, Ruga, Europe,
rings, which are made of Zine and Copper chymi- cally prepared, should be accurately and Mathe matically constructed, otherwise no effect whatever would ensue from their use. After having consult ed the first Chymists of the day, and naving tested the efficacy of the Galvano-Electric Rings, Mr. Hyams pledges himself to the genuineness of all the "rings sold at his establishment, which are stamped with his name.The caution is considered neces. s.ry, as rings are manufactured at Sirmingham and other places, regardless of the quality of the metala, or a just appreciation of scientific princip- I's; such being sold at Jewellers, Chemists, Opti- cians, and Ironmongers, at 6d each, the same as in the streets at id
They are made of all shapes, for the fingers, arms, legs, and likewise as belts, Mr. Hyams daily receives letters from individuals who have derived bonefit or have been cured by only wearing n Galvano-Electric ring on the finger. In a case of stammering of thirty years standing, a compléts cure has been effected. The following diseases are either cared or relieved by only wearing the Gal- vano.Electic ring, which is perfectly urinless, and may be applied in all cases with the greatest safety. Tic-doloreux, Touth-ache, Ear-uche. Deafness, Headache, Paralysis, want of Nervous energy, Debility, Affections of the Joints, Spasms, Floop. ing-Cungh, Asthma, Hysterics, Epilepsy, and all Neuralgic diseases,It likewise tends to prevent the wearer from catching cold. The Galvang Electric ring has received the approbation of the medical profession, who have pronounced it to be the most important scientific invention of moderà times. The charge is so low as to be within the reach of all classes, even of the humblest Mechanic,
F. FUNOK. Victoria, 31st August, 1845.
FOR SALE..
N elegant light Sedan Chair from Too Chow, A
P. TOWNSEND.
PUBLIC AUCTION,
N this day Saturday at 11 a. M. at the rooms of
O the undersigned.
Sherry, Port, Madeira, and Champagne wines in bottles; Sherry and Madeira in Wood; Carpen- ters tool, Nails, Brads and Jacks Salmon in Kits, Sail Twine &c.
ALSO
One Pony, one Sydacy horse, and one Tilbury.
P. TOWNSEND.
..
Victoria, August: 23rd, 1845. FOR SALE-
A Wine of all descriptions, Beer and Porter in T the store of the undersigned Jams and Jellies, bottle, Scotch Oat meal in tins, Crimp Salmon, Charmontel pears, Herrings preserved in Vinegar, Pickles and Sauces of all kinds, Rope, Canvas, Paints and a small assortment of Hair, Shaving Touth, and Nail brushes all at moderate prices. THOS. J. BIRDSEYE.
Queen's Road. Victoria, 22nd August, 1845.
PUBLIC AUCTION.
The Overland Friend of China" will be
pu. to the blished on the last day of each month, price Subscribers of the "Friend of China " 83 per an: or 25 cents each number; to non-Subscribers 64 per an: or one Rupee each number. Parties at Canton, Macao or on the coast, wishing to sub- scribe will please communicate with the Editor of the OVERLAND FRIEND OF CHINA." giving the addresses of those to whom they wish copies to be forwarded, and saying whether by Marseilles or Southampton. Local subscribers will also kindly intimate how many copies they require, as early as possible.
**Office Friend of China and Hongkong Gazette, 20th July, 1845. CONTRACT FOR WASHING AND REPAIR ING BARRACK AND HOSPITAL BED. DING, CLOTHING. &c.
Do. Indian, Bannians, Flannel, Bed Cases,
Blankets, Indian,
Drawers, Linen,
Do. Woollen. Gowns, Palliasses, Quilts, Sheets, Shirts, Linen,
Do. Woollen, Table Cloths, Trowsers, Bandages, Bolster Covers, Caps, Linen,
Do. Woollen, Dusters, Pillow Cases, Socks, Pairs, Stockings, do. Towels,
at per 100
pieces.
at per 100
prices.
at per 100
pieces.
The articles are to be received at such times and in such quantities as may be required, either at Victoria, Chuckchew, or Stanley, upon the direc- tion of the Barrack Master; and returned to the same places respectively, completely washed and repaired.
The Tenders can be made for the whole of the washing at the three places above named, or for either place separately.
The contractor will be required to produce two householders, who may be willing to become bound jointly with himself, and severally, in the sum of $1,000 for the due performance of the contract,
Office of Ordinance, Victoria, 13th August, 1815. STEAM TO PENANG, SINGAPORE, AND CEYLON,
A Regular Monthly Mail Communication will be opened (commencing on the 1st of next Month) between this port and England by the Pe- ninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Com- pany's steam Ships " LADY MARY WOOD" and * Bradanza,” under contract with Her Majesty's Government.
One of those vessels will start from Hongkong on the 1st of every month, calling at the above Ports, with Mail and Passengers for England &c.
Mails, Passengers, and Cargo, will be conveyed between Ceylon and Suez by the Company's Steam ships "Hindostan," "BENTINCE" and "Pre- CORSOR," and between Alexandria and Southampton by their steam ships UntENTAL ” and “ GREAT LIVERPOOL"
*
Length of Passage between Hongkong and Eng- land about 54 days. General rates of Passage to and from England including Transit through Egypt.
Between England and
Penang, Sing, Hongkong. £150 £18 £185
HE undersigned will sell this day, Saturday the Fora berth in the general Cabins, THE
23rd instant. A fow bales of damaged Long- cloth, blue Drill, and other articles
THOS. J. BIRDSEYE.
Auctioneer.
* Gentleman,
Do.
·
da.
Lady.
**160 170 * 195
*370*190 "440
* 50
€5
24 ** 55 * 40 Pareste.
St. £12 £12
* 99
The Company do not hold themselves liable for damage or loss of Baggage, nor for delays arising from accident, or from extraordinary, or unavoid- able circumstances; or front circumstances arising out of the employment of the Vessels in H. M. Mail Service.
All these vessels carry an experienced Surgeon approved of by Government,"
JOHN RYAN,-Agent Hongkong, 14th August, 1815. DR R. O'SULLIVAN begs to inform the Captains of vessels proceeding to Whampoa, that he has changed his residence to a ship in Blenheim reach.
Whampoa, 5th July, 1845.
The Mineral Tar Paint is particularly adapted for all out-buildings, being impervious to the weather, and prevents the decay of whatever. material is coated with it
To the architect, engineer, and builder, in the Construction of buildings and of railroads, it will ba found of great value for wood laid under ground, or imbedded in stone or brickwork, for tiles, in- ferior slates, and plaster work, exposed to the wea her for piles, floud-gates, bridges, jetties, and piers, and all material in any exposed situation, liable to speedy decay; possessing, as it does, the property of preserving Timber in its original sound- neas without making if brittle, and is the best pre. YE. KENNY, and Dr. R. yet discovered. It was
NOTICE.
leave to intimate to the Coromanders of ships proceeding to Whampoa, that they have associated
at that anchorage.
China Vessel, moored in Blenheim Reach. Ship's Medicine Chests replenished.
C. W. BOWRA. Ship Chandler General Provision, Wine, and Spirit Merchant
20 Queen's Road, Hongkong. Begs to inform captains of vessels resorting to this Pert, and the Public in general that, he is prepared to supply ships with every description ofnaval stores and Spars of all sizes-be has also in immediate rea diness Water Boats, for supplying vessels with fresh water, fitted with force Pumps Hose &c. &c.
Goods sold by Auction or on commission Sheathing Copper from 16 to 28 oz. Anchors and Cables of all sizes. Sails made to order under the management of an experienced sail maker
N. B. Nautical Almanacks, Books and Charts and a few superior Chronometers by Murray.
January 7th, 1845.
A
JUST LANDED ex "City of Derry." few pieces Spiced and other Bacon which can be recommended us a superior article, a few cases Berkley Cheese in excellent condition, Irish Butter in Jure, Dried Herbs in Bottles &c.
ALSO.
An invoice of light Cloathing suitable for Sum- mer wear, consisting of Gents Black Merino Surtous, Gents Cassenette and Tweed Chesterfields, Merino Chachmere and fancy Vesis. Plain and fancy Stocks, Opera Tios, superfine Cloth Caps &c.
C. W. BOWRA.
13 Queen's Road. Victoria, 12th August, 1845.
"NOTICE.
THE undersigned is authorized by his Excellency
the Commander-in-Chief of Her Majesty's land Forces in China to receive all Packages ad. dressed to the Officers or Messes of any Regiment who say have left this command.
C. W. BOWBA. Victoria, January 1st, 1815,
GLASS.
London · 14 Mincing Lane, June 24th, 1845. HE British Imperial Glass Company will be
Thappy to receive the orders of merchants in
server of iron-work verdien, verti gularly used for the Hounslow and Croydon barracks and other
Ship builders, ship owners, and barge-masters, will find it the best material för painting the hot- toms of vessels and dressing the decks-for painting the funnels of steam-boats, boilers, the flooring and sides of engine-rooms andi-on tanka-for effectual- ly destroying the worm, and preventing the dry rot. It has been used upon the Emerald, Duchess of Kent, Prince George, Royal George, Duke of Sus- rex. and the city of Boulogne steam-vessels, and upon other steum and sailing vessels with perfect satisfaction.
Noblemen and agriculturists will find it the best material for park fences; farm-buildings, wea ther-boarding, hurdles, hop.poles, and garden-walls; after it is laid on it is not affected by heat, and from the chemical ingredients of which itis manufactured it not only becomes extremely durable, but has a brighter and more glossy apperance then ordinary black point, and is cheaper than any other can be used. It is also specially prepared for canvass and cordage, and is, therefore, peculiarly adapted for all canvass roofs and coverings, preserving and mak ing them water light. Mr- Roy has much pleasure in referring, as a specimen, to the canvass roof over the artificial Ice at the Colosseum, Regent's Park.
Victoria, 30th July, 1845.
NOTICE. MR. JOS. THOS, GLEW is authorised to sign
for me by procuration.
MR.
W. H. FRANKLYN,
China's Warf
Victoria, 12th May, 1845.
W.
H. FRANKLYN has for sale a beautiful
Arab Horse, Waranted sound, the proporty
of a gentlemen who leaves the colony.
Victoria, 11th July, 1815,
view and for sale in the room containing the Engravings, Chinam's Hong, a few splendid Paper Machee bedsteads, beautifully ornamented.
W. H. FRANKLYN, Victoria, 5th August, 1815.
FOR SALE
JUST received per" Amiga," a quality of An-
chors and Chains of different sizes. - App 10
W. H. FRANKLYN. Chinam's Warf Victoria, 4th July, 1845.
SPLENDID LARGE ENGRAVINGS. China for the manufacture of any article in Glass
TROM MR. MOON'S Publisher to H. Majesty, which they may consider suited expressly to their choice collection of Historical and other en qwn markets.
Common Glass made into dishes, plates, Bowls, desert Services tumblers, Goblets. Decanters &c.
will cost from 30s. to 5tis, por cwt free on Board in England.
The above articles moulded and pressed by will cost from 36s. to 70s. Lamp Shades, Jugs machinery in Embossed and imitation cut work
and wine Glasses and small light articles range from 70s. to 120s. per cut.
Window Glass cat to Sizes and packed in Boxes from 20s. to 354. per cwt.; according to Size
Wine and ale Bottles (Green Glass) 8£ to 102 per Ton, Glass, water pipes of strength equal to Iron 7 per Too, Glass manufactured into Slabs for tablos, dressing tables, Washing stand tops, Monumental tablets &c. in any colours, jet Black. Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, Chrystal, Opal &c. from 20s. per cut. to 120s, according to the cost of the colour or the labour bestowed. The Imperial Bristish Glass Company in giving the above list of articles, do it partly to show the multifarious varies ties in the manufacture of Glass, in the hope that merchants on the spot, may disenover something amongst thera suitable for the markets of t'hina or may be able to suggest the manufacture of articles in Glass which might be more suitable.
Orders direct or though English Houses will have careful attention.
GEORGE GURDON CUMMINGS.
„Manager.
For the Passage of a Gentleman and this Wife in one Cabin For Passengers servants Furopear, Sale to commemce at 11 a. M.
Bǝ.
ds. Native, # 33 Terms Cash on delivery.
CHILDREN With their Victoria, 23rd Augusts, 1845.
Not exceeding two years frie ex-) cept expences of transit through Egypt & Stewards fees amoaut. JUST RECEIVED Per Juliz," and for sale
ing to in quantities to suit purchasers
Above two years & not exceeding
N $5 460 14 70 dally White and cargo Rice, a few piculs fine.
* 75 Table Rice Bally Coffee; do. Leaf Tobacco. Do six & not exceeding ten years
*80 The above rates includo Steward's Feer, and Also a few Casks Tamarinds,
PUBLIC AUCTION. BURD LANGE & Ca Table, Wines, &c. &o, for Cabin Passengers,
with 3 Cart. of personal Baggage. For Servants.turday the 23rd instant at his commission TH. FRANKLYN will sell on this day Sa. Provision without Wines and 13 Cwt of Baggage. Bedding, Linen, and all requisite Furnature is rooms Chinam's Wharf at 11 o'clock: provided at the Company's expence, together with Damaged Long Clutha, Cantou Flannel, Cheena, SALE At the Store of Mr. John Smith in the attendance of experienced Male and Female Batter, Beer in Busta, Hogsheads and Barrella, and A fe Servants. The expence of Tmasit through Egypt sundry other articles, to close no loveïce. is also included in the Pamage Money, with the York Hams. *exception of Wines, Spirits, Beer, Sola Water,
Queen's Road,
Victoria, 1st July, 1845.
SODA WATER.
ON SALE At the Store of?
Soda Water Manufactory there. Macan 11th January, 1815,
Victoria, August 21, 1845.
£
gravings from paintings by the most emincat ar tists. On view and for sale at moderate prices at Mr. Franklyn premises Chinam's Hong, open to morrow, the 31st fost, from 6 A. x until 5 1, x2.
Vioteria, 30th July, 1845.-
A
Parisian Boots of the latest fashion. T the stores of the undersigned one case of
BOOTS, BOOTS, BOUTS!!!
Abo an invoice of Mortice Locks, Hinges, Bolts, and Screws; and an invoice of black and white Germain Lace,
D. CHISHOLM. Victoria, 4th August. 1945. NOTICE.
THE undersigned begs leave to notice that, he has
opened, a general Store 13 Queen's Rond next to Mr. BowBa's, and respectfully solicits a share of public patronage; he has the following goods for sile.-Damask and Diaper Table Cloths, Damask and fancy Toilet Covers, Handsome. Embosed Table Covers, rich Scarfs Shawls, figured and white Satin and Brocade dresses. Gauzess, Cam- trice, Books, a few pieces of Orleans suitable for Larties riding habits, Dresses and Gentlemans light Jackets &c. &c. &c.
Plated Ware, consisting of Liquor, Cruet and Soy frames. Butter tubs, Toast racks, Epegens, Tea Kettle, with Stands and Lamps, Vanisom and corner. Dishes, Soup Tureens, Wine Coolers, dc. &c. be.
Gilmass stores of all Descriptione, Sherry in Wood and Bottle, Brandy in one dozen Exses,
Rubber Corks, Allsope pale India ale, a quantity of patent India
Fowling pieces in cases, Carpenter Tools, and a general assortment of Caslerg, Encks, polished Steel grates, fire Irons, fenders. &e, e de
Floor Cloth, an axsortment of Hendrien perfo mery, English and Dutch Clocks, de, da de
D. CHINOLAL Victoria, 25th July, 1915.
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