THE FRIEND
VOL. V. No 5n
Page
OF CHINA
AND HONGKONG GAZETTE. PUBLISHED EVERY WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY.
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FOR CEYLON ENGLAND AND INTERMEDIATE PORTS.
UNION INSURANCE SOCIETY. MEETING of Shareholders in the above Sacje A ty will take place at the office of the un dersigned on Monday the 19th inst, ¤ 19.
DENT & Co, Secretaries.
UNION INSURANCE SOCIETY. ESSRE DENT, BEALE & Co. are authorized
NOTICE.
THE business of the undersigned will in future be carried on in connection with his Brother MS, ADAM SCOTT undor the firm of W. Scorr & Co.
WILLIAM SCOTT,
Victoria,, 1st August, 1845.
NOTICE. THE Undersigned havo formed a partnership, for mission business, under the respective Firms of RAWLE DOUS & Co. nt Victoria, and Duus, Rawle & Co, at Shanghai.
S. B. RAWLE N. LUUS Victoria, Hongkong, 1st October, 1845. UST Received per late arrivals and för sale by
HE Steam Ship BRASANZA, Cap- This with Her Majesty's Mails, will leave this for the above places daylight on the 1st of February, 1846. Cargo will be received on board until noon, and specie until 4 p. route offers an a on Saturday the 81st lust. This opportunity of visiting Singapore and Pinang, re-to issuo Polices on behalf of the Society at the transaction of a general Agency and Com- maining a few days at Ceylon, thence to Madras or Shanghai, payable in Hongkong, Calcutta, Bom. Calcutta in 34 days from leaving China. Steamers bay, and London,
DENT, & Co. are also understood to ply between Colombo and
Secs. Union Insurance Society, Bombay.Specie, Silk, and other Goods, may be
Victoria, 1st January, 1846 forwarded by this route to Madras and Calcutta,
NOTICE and will bo retained on board the Steamer at Galle
FR. HENRY H. KENNEDY is authorized until the arrival of the Sues Steamer for-thinse
to sign by procuration for our firm at Shang- places, when they will he transhipped free of ex-
MACVICAR & Co. pense. Arrangements are made in the Steamers, bai.
Victoria, 12th January, 1848. throughout for the convenience of the Native Mer
"NOTICE. chants of India, proceeding us passengers and cer- tain accommodation is reserved in those from Car cutta, for Passengers from China, joining the Suez dine at Galle, to secure which it is requisite that a notice of at least two months be given to the Company's Agent hero,
Information regarding the rates of freight and passage can be obtained by application at the Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Comp's Office and shippers are requested to take Notice that a Shipping order cannot he granted unless the contens and value be distinctly marked on the outside of each package for overland transit.
J. A. OLDING.
Victoria, Hongkong, January 1st, 1846.
TO LET.
Agent
HOUSE situated on the North Side of
A Gough Street. Apply to
GIBB, LIVINGSTON & Co.
TO LET
-Commodious and well finished Dwelling House, at the corner of Peel Street and Gage streat, consisting of dining and drawing rooms, four bedroonis, offices on ground floor, with eer- vanis apartments e. For particular apply to
A GEO: STRACHAN, THE Eastern side of the large and com modicus house situated in Welling ton Street and now in the occupation of Mesars Gilman & Co. For particulars apply to,
Rom Cath. College's Superior. Victoria, 2nd December, 1945.
TO LET.
TWO Convenient Houses in Gough Street, TWO
with Verandahs, each containing mine Rooms, exclusive of outhouses, enquire of
ROWLAND REES. Pottinger Street,
Victoria, 6th December, 1845.
TO LET. THE premises known as the office of the "Friend
of China;" Three Houses situate in Welling ton Street, commanding a fine view of the hay; a Shop and Store situate on the Queen's Road, in a central part of the town. Early possession can be given. For further particulars apply to
R. OSWALD. Victoria, 19th December, 1845.
FOR SALE. FARINE Lot No. 64 Situated between the lots of Messrs. MAOVICAH & Co. and FRANJEE JANSETJER EST, measures 200 feet sen frontage, and altogether is a very desirable lot. For further particulars apply to
MA
FLETCHER & Co.-Hongkong. or DIROM, GRAY & C5—Canton.. Victoria, 1st July, 1845.
FOR SALE.
T Victoria Hongkong, in a central a A valuable water side property, consisting of wharf, apacions Godown, dwelling and out House; all in perfect repair, and now let on lease. For particulars, apply to
Macao, 1st July. 1845.
Tu undersigned are prepared to issue. Policies at Shanghai, on behalf of the Asiatic Marine Insurance Office, payable in Hongkong, Calcutta, Madras, Bombay, and London ve
MACVICAR & Co.
Agents Asiatic Marine Insurance Office
Victoria, 12th January, 1840.
NOTICEG
business of the undersigned will from the 1st proximo, be carried on under the firm of BLENKIN, RAWSON & Co
FOX, RAWSON & Co.
31st December, 1845 FOR SALEAT the Godowns of Meters Blenkin, Rawson & Co., Burton Ale in Elhus, from Worthington and Robinson.
..
Hongkong, 15th January 1846.
FOR SALE,
AT the Godowns of Mosers Blenkin, Raison de Co Allsops Pale Ale in bottle; Barclay's Porter in bottle, Superior Sherry, Madeira, and Port, in wood and bottle.
Hongkong, 15th January, 1846,
NOTICE.
M
VR Trosas Senaylon, Hathaway Nyg has I this day been admitted a partner in our Firm
NYE, PARKIN & Co. Canton, January 1st, 1848.
NOTICE. THE undersigned have bee appointed Agents at Canton for the "Globe Insurance Office" of Calcutta, and are prepared to grant Policies pay. Lable in London, Calcutta, Bombay and Canton
MACLEAN, DEARIE & Co.
Canton, 10th November. 1845.
FOR SALE. BSC Flax Sewing Twine.
LEACHED and Brown Canvas Nos. I a 7.
ME MACLEAN, DEARIE & Co. Canton, 1st January, 1146.
FOR SALE.
WEBSTER, Gordon, Cossart & Co's. superior W Madeira, in Hhds, quarter and half quarter casks, and in casca. FLETCHER & Co.
Hongkong, 1st March, 1846.
NOTICE.
TELE interest and responsibility of Mr. Chris- topher Fearon, in our firm ceased on the 31st December 1844.
FEARON & SON: Marso, 1st January, 1845,
NOTICE
][B. W. W DALE and Mr. D. POTTER are this day admitted partners in our firm, and
the subscribers.
Patent Salamander Safes of various sizes war ranted secure in the hottest fire,
ALSO.
Patent Weighing Machines from 700 a 2,300 pounds, which can be made to weigh poculs and catties
RAWLE, DUUS & Co. Victoria, 28th October, 1845.
FOR SALE
few half pipes and quarter casks Cape and UPERIOR, Sherry and Madeira in wood: also Teneriffe Wines. Sherry, Madeira, Port, Claret,
RAWLE, DUUS & Co. Cognac, Cherry Brandy, in 1 2 & 3 dozen cases.
Victoria, 28th October, 1845. FOR SALE BY THE UNDERSIGNED.
Nassortment of Anchors and Chain Cables, Europe, Manila and Coir Rope, Hemp and Cotton Canvass, and several Spars for lower and
topmasts,
RAWLE, DUUS & Co,. Victoria, 28th October, 1845.
FOR SALE.
AUNDERS Pale October brewed ale in Wood, Allsops Beer in Wood, Port and Sherry, Champagne and Claret. Apply to
ROBERT STRACHAN, Victoria, 25th July, 1845. KEYING HOUSE, VICTORIA.
H FRANKLYN General Commission and W.
*Shipping Agent, Auctioneer, and Wine and Spirit Merchant.
Whole Sale and Retail.
Has on sale, of which musters can be seen at the show room Port; Shorry Claret; Champagne; Still and Sparkling Moselle; Brandy; Gin; Alsops, Bass's, Saunders and Ree's Beer in hds and Buus; do, do, in bottle; Bengal Gram in 2 maund bags; Europe Rope; Paint & Oil; Guns & Pistols.
An assortment of Painted Floor cloth of hand- some patterns, Splendid "Paper Macho" Bedsteads, Carpeting; Saddlery; Bengal Silk Handkerchiefs; Speeds Indian Arrow Root; Blankets; Grey and White Shirtings; Satia Jean; New Bottles in Quarter and Pints; Deals; Anchors and Chains. Also some very superior India bottled Pale Ale, and abila Cheroots three years old; and a variety
other articles.
of
FOR SALE.
ANILA Rope of all sizes. Also Hearings
Cherry Cordial.
BURD, LANGE & Co. Queen's Road. Victoria, 2nd January, 1846.
NOTICE. AVID SIMEON will not be responsible for any debts contracted on account of the Lorcha "William" from this date. */ Victoria, 7th January, 1846. NOTICE.
ARRANGEMENTS, having been completed for the erection of an Ice House, for a regular supply of Ice. Parties who may be desirous of adding their names to the list of Shareholders will be pleased to communicate with Mr L. A. Stone No. 2 Gough Street, who is authorised by the Ice committee to receive and register applications for
Hongkong, 21st October, 1845.
shares.
ON SALE BY THE UNDERSIGNED. -
Champagne, Hock and Liqueur Glasses, all to Ss of richly cut glass, consisting of Quart and Pint Decanters, tumblers, Wine, Claret,
match.
Patent Stoves to consume their own smoke adapted for eithor house or cabin use.
PHILLIPS, MOORE & Co. Victoria, 26th December, 1845.
FOR SALE.
Navy and bleached Canvas, Navy Duck, ANCHORS, Chains, Europe and Manila Rope, Bunting, Paints, Oil, Salt Provisions, Bread, Flour and Marine Stores of all descriptions, Wines, Spirits, Beer and Porter in wood and bottle, Trop and Lead Water pipe, Sheet Lead, Solder, Vares, Plaster of Paris and Stencelling Patterns, Stoves, Nautical Grates with Fenders &c. to match. "Alianacks for 1846, and Manila Chéroots No. 3
and 4.
HUMPHREYS & Co.
13 Queen's Road, Victoria, 1st December, 1945.
NOTICE.
HE undersigned has jest received from the well
Tknown firm of Perigal & Brady, the follow
ing
Wines of the choicest quality which will be disposed of on the loweat terms-
Champagno Sherry
Ports in Pin's Madeira
Claret
Also Cherry Cordial
C. W. BOWHA. Victoria, 19th December, 1815.
NOTICE. [UST opened and for Sale at the stores of the
A large assortment of Carpeting alf patterns, Hearth Rugs &c. &c. Tartan and Check Cloths, Sails made and repaired on the premises by ex-Drills and White Cotton and worsted! Hoes, La. perienced sailmakers; Caress of the best quality at lowest price.
Goods received from alongside ship and stored in dry Godowns on the most moderate terms.
Goods, Letters, and Parcels forwarded and busi ness transacted for Parties absent. Victoria, 12th December, 1145.
THE Schotter" "ALPHIA,” well marined and armed, runs between Hongkong,
dies Musline De Laimed Printed Flereses, "face and a large assortment of Perfumery, stationary Table limen and Oilonis atores që all descriptions Candles &c.
CHISHOLM. L
Quson's Kond. Victoria, November 21st, 1845.
FOR SALE.
Mr. CHARLES BYDER is authorized to **g* | Mazzo, or Cumaingmoon, as required; carrying A few Superior Saddles and Double Bridles; smajl
per procuration.
· DIROM, GRAY & Co. Canton, 1st August, 1845,
NOTICE.
THE Undersigned having been appointed Agente
rate terms.
cargo Opium, Treasure and Passengers, at most moof
W. H, FRANKLYN, Victoria, 6th September, 1945.
W. H. FRANKLYN. ply to FOR SALE a new Palanquin Carriage. Ap-
Victoria, färd December, 1815.
for the "India Insturance Company of Cal cutta are prepared to grant Policies payable in London, Liverpool, Calcutta, Madras, Bombay, Singapore and China. C. A. FEARON.
DIROM, GRAY & Co. Canton, 28th August, 1845. NOTICE. THE business of the undersigned will from this date conducted in the name of C. & Cour. debe na porters being as heretofore, EDW.
TO LET.
THE upper part of a House, evilshousand
rooms, with servants rooms, cook Godos attached, situated in the Queen's Road.
For particulars apply to
HUMPHREYS &
Victoria, 9th December, 1845.
TO LET
MAE upper part of a commodious and will built dwelling House containing seven renzes with servants rooms, and outhouses with stabling For further particular apply to,
D. LAPRAIK No. 1 Wellington Terrace D'Aguilar Street,
Victoris, 24th October, 1845.
PARTIES receiving letters directed to the late C. Ltorn, Esq, are requested to forward the sate to the office of the undersigned a Marac. All charges or postage on the same will be raid on delivery
MT. SENN VAN BASEL
WARD. DASTELL, and WILLIAM DICKINSON of the firm of DANIEL, DICKINSON & Co, in London and Liverpool,
G. S. COMPTON.
Bay
FOR SALE Horse sound and quiet to rida or drive. Apply to
W. FRANKLYN. Victoria, 1215 Denker, 1642
B. FRANKLIN Day put receive for nale
the following articles.
Freach Merino in all colors for Ladies dresses, Twilled Bannel, Table covers, Spares Candles pre serves, pickles, Mostard and Sauces, Foratosk whiskey, Erimanis metal Tea and Colte Pour. The Canton, 1st January, 1846,
whole of these articles for sale at moderate prices
Keying Hous, Theember 19, 1845. Rouse Jacox is authorized to sign ear any quantity to cent purchasers fins by procur1102.
HOLLIDAY, WISE & CA Victoria, 20th December, 1845.
NOTICE.
TE JOHN BATSON,ans of the late Auce Bar. Tare, of Wapping, Liverport, will apply at this THE undersgard are precared to me Policies celce be will receive a kter on his fundly afkin,
of Insurance at Share to the office of the Friend of Cha parable in Hongkong, Singapore, Calcata, Madras
TURNER – Ca Bombay and London,
Victoria, 20th Augen, 1844,
His Nehld's Meety' CR WILLIAN WARD BROWN is autorisad
to sign for our Fum by preesm
BEGAN & CO. 1st Jundary, 184
Netbals, Consulate. Canton, Srd October, 1845
8 December, 1942.
CAND TUP usbyegeed has established himaalf in this plate as a Commission and Ciateral Agent in esection with Mesas Foucas Berzer & Co, seecher, Cams Appeally Keizerland canyong Buizens moter the car and on terepet of this
Manila, 125 July, 1812
IN
size and suitable for Ponies. Also a variety laney Doeskin Sloth.
LANE, ROWLAND & Co. Victoria, January 6th, 1840,
FOR SALE BY THE UNDERSIGNED 6. 3 Buperior Manila Cigars.
Spanish wines, Sherry, &e in wood& bottles Manila Pine Scarf, Handkerchiefs, and Ladies Dresses
J. DELMAS. Corner Aberdeen Street Opposite the Baker. Victoria, 10th November, 1845.
NOTICE.
LL persona having chiman upon the undersign- Au are requested to send in their accounts for adjustment; and all person indebted are requested to make immediate payment to,
JOHN KAINS.
Victoria, fith January, 1910.
SODA WATER.
N SALE-As the Store of Mir. John Smith in
Meca from Dr. Hunter's. Hot Water Stanufactory there Duces, 11th January, 1845
BRITISH HOTEL, GABRIEL hastatten a caminodiac house si- seated at the Corner of firahanstreet, & start detaaer south of the Queen's Houl, which bein. (tends so conduet az a flotet under the above title. Clentlemen favouring him with their patronaga will find their connect strictly attended us.
All the anieles supplied will be of thefirst rate (defeription.
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