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LONDON: LONGMAN & CO., Paternoster Row; TRtlBNER & CO., Ludgate IIill : ALSO BY PARKER & CO., OXFORD ; and MACMILLAN & CO., CAMBRIDGE; A. & C. BLACK, EDINBURGH ; and A. TIIOM, DUBLIN. TL1 1878 Printed by George E. Evre and W. Srottiswoode, Her Majesty’s Printers. M'Z3 Of CONTENTS OE THIS VOLUME. Page Preface -------- vii Calendar, 1622-1624 ------ 1 General Index ------- 495 Errata -------- 598 40G48. Wt. PREFACE. The last volume of this Calendar comprised all East India Papers in the Public Ptecord and India Offices to the close of the vear 1621. This volume begins with 1622. and comprises all East India Papers from the same offices to the end of 1624. The Domestic and Eorei?n Corre¬ spondence in the Public Record Office have also been examined and everv document abstracted which relates to the East Indies. The thirtv volumes of Holland Corre- m spondence alone for this period, which contain the des¬ patches of Sir Dudley Carleton, English Ambassador at the Hague, contribute much valuable information, especially in reference to what took place between England and the United Provinces respecting the frequent disputes of the rival East India Companies, so that we are able to trace all the details of those intricate and protracted negotiations. The treaty of 1619 turned out as was expected practi¬ cally useless. It was, as we said in our last volume, to remain in force 20 vears, but in less than 20 months both English and Dutch were compelled to reopen fresh nego- m tiations. The same disputes continued to arise between the two Companies and as frequently as before the treaty had been signed, and the same complaints were made by our East India Company, though louder and more bitter than ever, so that after many fruitless efforts to adjust differences and remedy complaints a fresh treaty was thought upon as the only means of bringing about a final settlement. Xow the King himself earnestly pressed the VI11 PREFACE. States Ambassador in England to procure commission, and commanded bis own Ambassador at the Hague to move the States General to send over Commissioners for such a treaty (23 March 1621), but nothing was done for three months, when upon a petition of our East India Company, complaining of the “insufferable wrongs” of the Hutch, their Ambassador was told by some of the Privy Council how sensible the King was of these injuries, satisfaction for which had often been promised, and that, although unwil¬ ling to take any unfriendly course against the States, His Majesty could not deny his subjects protection and justice, and therefore he expected speedy redress (16 June 1621). Even then more than a fortnight passed and nothing was done. The King at last became so angry that he refused audience to the Hutch Ambassador, because, as His Majesty said, the States jested with him (2 July 1621). Sir Noel de Caron thereupon wrote to the States General that he knew that unless the King received some satisfaction the English would have letters of reprisal against Hutch ships, for that His Majesty had sworn his subjects would not let him rest until he had granted them. At length on 28tli Nov. 1621 Ambassadors from the States arrived in London, and negotiations were at once opened with certain Lords of the Privy Council who were appointed by the King, Lords Commissioners for the treaty. A letter from the President and Council at Batavia to our East India Company (43) describes some of the chief matters which were in dispute at the date at which this volume begins. The Hutch it appears were aiming to compel the English Company to incur heavy charges for which they were not liable according to the treaty. They required the English to furnish a ship to remain in the Moluccas for a whole year, which the English were not able to perform, and adds President Eursland, “we were PREFACE. IX “ not bound to do so by tbe treaty.” They also demanded that we should have a ship before Bantam; that we should pay our part of the charges in keeping soldiers there, and setting out vessels to and fro upon that coast, which they urged “ grew so high ” that they could forbear this demand no longer, and that unless it were complied with, they were determined to thrust us out of all trade which they, as themselves insisted, had just cause for doing, for they bore all the charges. These demands were certainly not justified by the treaty. Still the Dutch on their side were not without cause of complaint. We want the means to send ships with theirs, the English President wrote home, and they are sure to allege we perform not the agreement in not maintaining ten ships of defence. The English Company had clearly undertaken to maintain 10 ships of defence, and the neglecting to maintain that number was a breach of the treaty. The letters in this volume, however, prove that the object of the Dutch was to impose such heavy charges upon the English as would ultimately compel them to relinquish their trade in the Spice Islands, and that then the Dutch would remain the sole European masters of this most remunerative commerce. General Coen, the Dutch President in the East Indies, in the instructions (213) which he left with his successor, General Carpentier, pointed out the great charges of the Dutch Company in the Moluccas, Amboyna, and the Bandas, which amounted to more than 12 tons of gold or 500,000 ryals yearly. Both Governors Speult and Soncke were, Coen said, too scrupulous, for everything ought to be done to obtain prerogative over the English. The Dutch Company had recommended to their Governor General “in earnest manner” to give way somewhat in small matters, but to hold fast in matters of importance. X PREFACE. But said Coen, “ the least giving way will breed us “ the most rest and quiet,” therefore maintain carefully sovereignty and the highest jurisdiction without suffering the English to encroach thereupon, and trust them not any more than open enemies. Coen had before warned Martin Sonck, Governor of the Bandas, not to trust the English any more than a public enemy ought to be trusted. The English President’s opinion of Coen’s cha¬ racter was that he was fair spoken hut a most cunning fellow, hut he described Carpentier as subtle and far the most malicious against the English (264). The complaints of the English against the Dutch Com¬ pany (26), with the papers annexed, recite the articles of the treaty of 1619 which had been broken by the latter, and the negotiations which had taken place up to Eehruary 1622. A memorial of the English demands for restitution was also presented to the English Ambassador at the Hague about the same time (12). The questions in dispute, and which it was hoped would he finally settled at the conferences about to take place, were restitution and the future reglement of trade. There were several points of difference in both. The question of restitution involved the English ships that had been taken by the Dutch, the value of the goods seized in them as also at Lantar and elsewhere, and the charges of the siege of Bantam. In the future reglement of trade there were four very essential points of difference, viz.:—1, the lessening the number of the ships of defence ; 2, jurisdic¬ tion in the East Indies; 3, the choice of an indifferent place of residence for the Council of Defence there ; and 4, the building of forts. These four points must be borne in mind to arrive, as we think, at a right understanding of the subsequent negotiations of 1624, after news had been received of the Amboyna massacre. PREFACE. XI The negotiations of 1622 were most tedions and pro¬ tracted. The English and Dutch Commissioners held many conferences, hut the “ wayward proceedings ” of the Dutch Commissioners made most of the Lords careless to meet (108), and the negotiations were broken off more than once (p. 13, 32, 64, p. 29). The Spanish Ambassador in England, in an intercepted letter to Count Gondomar, written about this time, told him that the controversy between the English and Dutch increased daily, and that were it not that the King favoured the rebels to the prejudice of his own subjects the treaty would have been broken off, for the English proclaimed they had no greater enemies than the Dutch (114). “ Scandalous words ” too passed between the merchants on both sides, and on one occasion the papers laid before the Lords Commissioners were ordered to be torn up (p. 28). Both Prince Charles and the Duke of Buckingham, at the express command of the King, spoke in secret with the Dutch Deputies for “ the space of two hours,” to try and bring about a recon¬ ciliation and a treaty, but “ all was in vain,” and the Lord Treasurer, tearing up the “ project,” cut off all further negotiations, saying that he knew how to spend his time better (114,115). Secretary Calvert told Carleton that after many days disputing and wrangling the treaty had come to a stand; that the Dutch had with much art made many offers varied and gilded over, and “ because “ we will not swallow the gudgeon they grow angry.” The Lords Commissioners believed the Dutch had no intention to come to any reasonable terms, and the Secre¬ tary of State himself said that the merchants were disheartened, and “we were all wearied” (116). Upon this King James commanded Sir Edward Conway to use his endeavours to renew the treaty, who “ employed his “ weak force not without hope to renew it” (128), but Xll PREFACE. was afterwards commanded to go to Newmarket cither before or after the Dutch Ambassadors, and not in their company, lest notice should he taken of it (170). After the lapse of about a month points of accommodation were again debated and the negotiations renewed. But the Dutch Commissioners were very desirous of negotiating with the King alone—they no doubt remembered and appreciated his influence in the treaty of July 1619—a proceeding to which the English Commissioners not only strongly objected, hut pointed out the consequences which would ensue, at the same time that they entreated the King not to permit the Dutch Commissioners to enter into any debate with him until they promised absolutely to submit to his judgment and sentence; otherwise, as the Commissioners said, “ they will fly off at the end if His ;c Majesty’s resolution he not like to sort to their con- “ tentment.” In this Deport (165) the Lords Commis¬ sioners venture to give the King advice, in case after examination of all the particulars His Majesty cannot satisfy the Dutch Commissioners, and they continue strict, wilful, and opiniative. The King, however, did grant the desired audience, and heard with great patience the whole afternoon both our merchants and the Dutch Commission¬ ers, hut frankly acknowledged that he found it impossible to make an end between them. They “ shifted off ” the King’s proposal that they should submit the matter to his decision, but in the end were brought to meet the English Commissioners again. The King himself explained all this in a long letter to his Commissioners, at the same lime specially charging them either to make an end as far as they could, or make it appear that the Dutch were unreasonable, that, in case the treaty should break off, all the world might see that the fault was not in the King (106). After this the Commissioners had many meetings. PREFACE. XUl In their final report to the King of 3rd Dec. 1G22 (187) they clearly set forth all the points ini difference. As to one of these, the most material point of all, as it afterwards turned out to he, viz., the future reglement of trade, there is a strange inconsistency in their reports of the 19tli and 24th Oct. and 3rd December 1622. In the first of these the Commissioners explained to the King (165) that this point was the most important of all, that if it were well settled both companies might be made happy enough, and such mischiefs and enormities prevented as had happened; they might have added, and as will happen again if not well settled. In their second Keport (167) they again pointed out the necessity of this point being properly settled, and beseeched His Majesty to consider what hope they could have to accommodate these unlucky differences when the » Dutch Ambassadors sought to divert all consultation about it, more especially as the Lords Commissioners insisted, the lives, goods, and liberties of Iiis Majesty’s subjects wholly depended upon it. And yet, after such decided expressions of opinion in their final report, six weeks after the Lords Commissioners say they have been careful, as the King commanded, to keep themselves to the treaty and not give way to any novelty, so they think the point touching reglement, which merely concerns trade, may as well be agreed upon amongst the merchants themselves, who are also of that opinion (187). It will be seen in the sequel that had the Lords Commissioners then insisted upon a settlement of the future reglement of trade most of the unhappy disputes' which afterwards arose in the East Indies between the two Companies might have been avoided, and the horrible massacre at Amboyna have been prevented for the retreat of the English from places (in the Spice Islands or elsewhere) under the authority of the XIV PREFACE. Dutch might just as well have been determined upon in 1622 as it was in 1624. A treaty was at length signed in January 1623, hut we cannot be certain of the exact date as the copy (in Drench) printed in full at pp. 106-7 is undated. Secretary Calvert told Carleton on the 9th Deb. 1623 that the original was in our merchants’ hands (262). Now the States Commis¬ sioners took leave of the King on the 24th January. They were solemnly feasted at Merchant Taylor’s Hall on the 30th January and entertained with a play afterwards, and on the following day they gave a great supper at their own lodgings to the merchants (246, 247, 253). The King’s Declaration, “as a supplement to the treaty,” to the Ambassadors when they took their leave is dated 30th January (250). It is therefore probable that the treaty itself was dated the same day, viz., 30 January 1623. We have not found a printed copy of this treaty in any collection of treaties we have consulted, and neither the original nor the ratification is in the collection of the treaties in the Public Record Office. Upon this, as upon the treaty of 1619, the same remarks were made even before the conditions were known. Whatever they are our East India Company will never he the better for them, wrote John Chamberlain, who thought it must have been a hard knot that could not have been tied in less than 13 or 14 months (233), and the Secretary of State himself told Carleton that “ we had at last made an “ end and parted good friends, though with much loss and “ disadvantage to the English Company as was conceived (246). Carleton’s despatch of 5 Eeb. (257) to Secretary Calvert telling him the States Ambassador had landed in the Maese is also noteworthy. They have made so good a report of their business and of the King’s gracious usage PREFACE. XV of them during the whole of their long stay in England (said Carleton) that they remain here much comforted and well assured that our match with Spain will bring no divorce with this State, of which there hath been of late days no small jealousy (257). The treaties between England and the United Provinces then fighting against Spanish dominion in the Netherlands no doubt greatly influenced the King in his dealings with the States General and the two Companies, and, as was the general opinion at the time, greatly to the prejudice of our own East India Company. News of the Amboyna massacre was received in England on the 29tli of May 1624, 1 and a “ relation of “ the pretended treason ” was sent by our Ambassador at the Hague to Secretary Conway a few days after. It describes how in Eebruary 1623 (the 13th of February 162f old style) was wonderfully discovered a horrible con¬ spiracy against the Governor and Council of Amboyna, as follows (460 i.):— A Japanese soldier, who had before been seen prome¬ nading around the Castle walls at undue hours, came during the prayers, and asked a Hutch soldier newly arrived who was on duty as a sentinel how many soldiers there were in the Castle, and how often they relieved guard and at what times. As lie had made similar inquiries the 1 News of the Amboyna massacre did not reach Batavia, or was not known to the English President there until December 1623, and five months more elapsed before it was known in England. Letters from India in those days took an enormous time to reach England; in one instance in this volume, nearly two years (415). Everywhere abroad the time of delivery was veiy uncertain. Between London and the Hague, five days was perhaps the shortest time (652), it was more generally six to ten days (575, 534, 614, 589), and there are instances of eleven and even of twelve days (629, 655). b XVI PllEFAC^. day before, he was arrested and taken before the Council. In his examination he confessed that the Japanese soldiers in the service of the Dutch had conspired to make them¬ selves masters of Amboyna. Being asked who were their accomplices, since they alone were not powerful enough to bring so great an enterprise to a successful termination, he confessed that they had undertaken this plot with the assistance of the English who had required and indeed had induced the Japanese to embark in it. That he and other Japanese accomplices had several times consulted the English merchants as to the mode of putting their enterprise into execution, and that it was at the instiga¬ tion of Capt. Gabriel Towerson and the other English merchants that the Japanese had agreed to assist them. Upon this confession Captain Towerson and all the English merchants in Amboyna were arrested and put under a strong guard. They were brought before the Governor and Council, and being examined, confessed, some before torture, others after very little torture: That on New Year’s Day 1622-3, Captain Towerson, the principal English merchant in Amboyna, and the author of the conspiracy, assembled all the English merchants together, and after swearing them to secrecy upon the Holy Testament, for he said if the business were discovered it would cost them all their lives, he communicated a plot to them, to which they all agreed. This plot was to be put in execution when the Dutch Governor and his forces were gone forth upon, some service as daily happened, and when an English ship was at Amboyna, the men of which were to be employed in the enterprise, as well as all the English slaves. The Japanese soldiers in the Dutch service having been won over to take part in this conspiracy, as well as the captain of the Dutch slaves, the Japanese who were inside the castle were by Towerson’s orders to put two PREFACE. XYll men upon eacli ravelin, and the rest in the vale beneath, so as to make certain of the Governor’s person. Upon a given signal from the English, the Japanese were to make themselves masters of all points of the castle, kill the Governor and all who should offer any resistance, and take the rest prisoners. The plot thus successfully accom¬ plished, and Captain Towerson master of the castle and the country, he was to require assistance from the English Council at Batavia, which, if refused, he was to hold the castle for himself and his accomplices with the help of the Indians or Natives. Upon these confessions 1 the Japanese soldiers, the Por¬ tuguese captain of the Dutch slaves and ten Englishmen were executed—two Englishmen having been respited and four others, “ accomplices who had a thorough knowledge “of all that had passed,” pardoned, chiefly it was said to take care of the English Company’s goods that were in Amboyna, and to he a witness as well in India as in Europe to the enormity of the crime of their accomplices and of the favour shown to their persons. Such in brief was the account of this “ pretended con¬ spiracy ” sent by direction of the States General of the United Provinces to the English Government. 'When “ this heavy news of Amboyna ” reached Batavia in the December following, the English President at once sent to the Dutch General to know by what authority their Governor of Amboyna had thus proceeded against the English. The General replied that Governor Van Spcult derived his authority from the States General, so 1 An authentic copy of the confessions and sentences against M. Tower- son and complices, also the resolutions of Gov. Van Speult and of the Council taken in this business, translated out of their own copy, was published by authority of the East India Company, London, 1632. 38 pp. Brit. Mus. 9055 b.b 3. b 2 XVill PREFACE. the English President and his Council drew up a protest against the Dutch Governor’s “presumptuous proceedings” for inrprisoning, torturing, condemning, and bloodily exe¬ cuting His Majesty’s subjects, and for confiscating their goods in direct violation of the treaty, whereby the King was disgraced and dishonoured and the English nation scandalised (377). The news of the Amboyna massacre caused the greatest excitement throughout the whole English nation, and spread consternation among the East India Company (631). No man would pay in any money (523). All sorts of people commiserated the fate of the unhappy sufferers, and cried out for revenge (521). The Lords of the Privy Council shed tears at the relation of the tortures inflicted by the Dutch upon our men (503, 531). The King himself took it very much to heart (521). Those who wished well to the Dutch could not speak or hear of it without indignation (165). And none in the Assembly of the States General approved the cruel tortures and the bloody executions (505). Eor my part wrote one of the foremost men of his time, if there were no wiser than I, we should arrest the first Indian ship that comes in our way, and hang up upon Dover cliffs as many as we should find faulty or actors in this business, and then dispute the matter afterwards; for (he added) there is no other course to be held with such manner of men as neither regard law nor justice, nor any other respect of equity or humanity, but only make gain their god (521). The Governor of our East India Company at once reported to the King that the Dutch had, without all humanity and contrary to the treaty, without a lawful trial before the Council of Defence-of both nations, upon evidences and confessions extorted by the violence of tor¬ ments, and no other witnesses than the heathens allied PREFACE. XIX and linked with the Dutch, put to death ten of the Com¬ pany’s factors and servants, on pretence of a practice intended by the English against the Dutch in those parts where their forces were so much above the English as there was no proportion between them. The King apprehended the fact to be so foul that he could not believe it; but when told that the information was grounded upon pro¬ tests made by the English President and Council in the Indies, His Majesty commanded that copies should be delivered to his Secretary of State, and said that “ in case “ it be proved there would be ways now for him to force “ the Dutch to reparation if were he so pleased” (463). As soon as the six Englishmen 1 that had been spared from execution arrived in England, “ it grew a ques- “ tion ” at a Court of Committees of the East India Company how they should be disposed of, and it was resolved that they should bo brought before Sir Henry Marten, Judge of the Admiralty, and that their examina¬ tions should be taken upon oath. Diehard Welden, the Company’s chief factor in the Bandas, who brought them awav from Amboyna, and whose relation was the most material and pregnant of all, was desired to repair to Mr. Skynner, to whom was committed the setting down the truth of that proceeding “for the suppressing of such “ rumours as were spread amongst the vulgar in justifi- parleys ” between the merchants {No. 108). They came, however, to another stand on 29 July {No. 11G), and two days afterwards the negotiations were quite broken off {No. 117). So the King com¬ manded Sir Ed. Conway to endeavour to renew the treaty, and after the lapse of about a month points of accommodation ivere debated before the King on 15 Sept., upon which negotiations were renewed between the English Commissioners and the Dutch Ambassadors. The several points discussed and the arguments that were urged on both sides—not a single paper having a date—are calendared and\ placed all together at p. 80 et seq. The severed reports of the English Lords Commissioners to the King on the issue of these negotiations will be found calendared, see Nos. 165, 1G7, 178, 187.] March 29. 65 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Discussion on Sir Dudley Diggs’ case. “ For their respect to the merit of the gentleman,” he is to have the 300/1 gratification (which otherwise 30 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1622. March 29. March 30. London. March 31. Amsterdam. April 3. St. Martin’s Lane. might have been swallowed up by his debt), and to give bond for the payment of principal and interest of his debt “ at a year’s day.” Richard Atkinson’s accounts to be audited at once, that his widow may “ deliver into the Court of Orphans ” a perfect inventory of his estate. Discussion as to the stock to be brought in next year. As much needed as last. They owe 170,000/. odd, besides 100,000/. on the old joint stock to be paid by four half-yearly payments. Half a capital must be brought in, or the treasurers threaten to resign. The matter not to be debated at a General Court, as its necessity is indisputable ; yet for the “ more grace ” and authenticity of the business it is to be decided at a full Court. Motion for raising the price of indigo, as “ being a business of great consequence,” referred to a fuller Court, meantime none to be sold. Complaint of the biscuit baker contractors ; owing to the badness of last year’s wheat, and the dearness of old wheat, they have lost greatly on their con¬ tract. [ Three pages. Court Bk. V, 383-385.] 66. Sir John Wolstenliolme, Sir Nic. Fortescue, and others to Sir Clement Edmondes. Prices that should be allowed for iron ordnance and shot, and which the East India Company have paid of late years. Think 9/. per ton for all above demi-culverins and 10/. per ton for all under, an indifferent price. [Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXXVIIL, Xo. 94, Cal. p. 365.] 67 . Chamberlain to Carleton. The States have been with the King twice or thrice, and with the Privy Council oftener. Hears the [Dutch] East India ship that was stayed is restored, and he blamed that took her, and his commission taken from him. [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXXVIII., No. 96, Cal. p. 365.] 68. Robert Barlow to Carleton. Since the Dutch Commis¬ sioners’ audience of the King there have been several meetings, one of the greatest points of importance being as good as agreed upon, viz., concerning the restitution of those goods which the Dutch had brought hither and sold. Having made a beginning there is no doubt but there will be a good end, and that our Com¬ pany shall have reasonable good satisfaction for their damages. Understands that the Marquis Hamilton and Mons. Aerssens were the men that laboured most to bring out this good beginning. It gives the Company here good content to hear what passes in England concerning their business, and they say this being once ended they hope hereafter there shall never be the like occasion of breach, that in every point they will perform the contract and not enrich themselves any way by any goods taken from the English Company, saying there hath been errors committed on both sides, which if should long continue would prove the subversion of both the Companies. [Holland Corresp.] 69 . Sec. Calvert to (Carleton). We stick still here in our treaty with the States Ambassadors, not having concluded any one article ; the fault is theirs and not ours, who have yielded more than was reason, finding them nevertheless hacking and taking all ad- EAST INDIES. 31 1622. vantages upon the least difference. Last week two Dutch East India ships were taken in the Narrow Seas by two of the King’s ships, under Sir Henry Mervin and Capt. Porter. His Majesty, out of respect to the States, was contented not only to deliver the ships and goods, but to call in Lord Oxford’s Commission, and on complaint of some odd ends embezzled out of the ships, to write to Plymouth that they should be restored to the proprietors. [.Extract from Holland Gorrespi] April 3. 70 . Minutes of Consultations by the Couucil of the Fleet of to Defence off the Manillas. Directions for the cruizing of the Moyen Aug. 2. and the Peppercorn, and for the bringing in or destruction of prizes. The ships to return on the 1st of May. Also for the cruise of the Hope and the Elizabeth. April 26, off Maravilla.—Reasons for being unable to attend the coming of the Plate ship. Four ships to be sent to Macao to surprise Portuguese frigates and junks. Disposition of the Fleet. To direct their course for Macao and thence to Firando, about The Portuguese prisoners to be sent to Macao, to be exchanged for English and Hollanders, if there be any there ; the Chinese to be put ashore at Maravilla. April 29, off Hartes Bay.—Instructions for the capture of two China junks, which are said, “ by three Christian Chinese ” of the Peppercorn, to lie under the island of Louan. May 4, off Mindoro.—Resolution to land 400 armed men and seize the goods supposed to be stored in the island of Louan. May 9.—Only six empty vessels found, which were fired. The goods had gone by sea to “Bullingan,” and thence overland to Manilla. The weather being foul and the coast dangerous, resolved not to attack the village on the other side of the island, but the whole fleet to leave Manilla, four ships to go to Macao, and six to the Straits of Piscadores. August 2, The Netherlanders Lodge at Firando.—Declaration of Admiral William Johnson that the two Manilla voyages were brought to an end, and that instructions as to their future pro¬ ceedings had been received from the Council of Defence at Jacatra. The ships.of the two Companies to separate, and each to bear their own charges. “ The Emperor’s Majesty hath ordained that all the reprisal goods taken by the ship Elizabeth in a frigate near the island of Formosa” in 1620 are to be delivered to his factor, Gunrockdono, Governor of Nangasaki, and that we should keep the empty frigate. Resolved not to part with our rights or the goods, unless by force compelled, “ in regard the matter is of more consequence to us than the goods.”. [Six pages. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1046.] April 5. 71 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. The diamonds all sold for 3,000/1 Prices of indigo to be raised to 5s. 6d. per lb. the flat, and 6s. the hard. A small pinnace to be sent to Bantam within a month. A committee appointed to endeavour to obtain the 32 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1022 . April G. Tne Hague. April 8. Whitehall. April 10. Mercury from the Lord Admiral. Mrs. Wickham’s business. She is urged to accept their Company’s offer, but utterly refuses. Discus¬ sion as to the stock to be called in next year. 200,000/. is thought necessary, but some think 150,000/. “would come willingly from the adventurers, and put them in some heart to proceed.” Mr. Treasurer Stone showed “ that neither the Company’s occasions can be supplied, nor their credit supported without bringing in the proportion of last year.” There are goods enough in warehouse to afford a dividend to any that shall desire it. Request of one Loder on behalf of the sons of Sir William Smith, deceased, touching his adventure. The intended training of the City bands; two corslets and two muskets to be worn by the Company’s servants on the training day ; four more to be bought and hung up ready for all good occasions. A com¬ mittee to consider what shall be sent in the pinnace to the Indies. Consideration on the request of the factors for more power for rewarding and punishing. Demands of certain women for restitution of goods taken from their husbands in the Indies ; referred back for payment to the Company by the Dutch, as “ they were come to make an end with the Company for all.” The petitioners have already received more than was due from the Company ; if they recover anything from the Dutch they shall have it; but hitherto they have not been mentioned in the treaty, only in the general complaint. [Three pages. Court Bl k F., 835-388.] 72 . Carleton to |Sec. Calvert. The States are newly assembled, and a hying report of one of their East India ships stayed about Plymouth cloth-much qualify the general joy at the good success of the treaty in England, which Carleton will never a whit the more despair of, for he knows that some of the States are not sorry, because they see some of their own men so untractable that nothing but constraint will reduce them to reason. [ Extract from Holland Corresp.] 73 . Sec. Calvert to (Carleton). The first article is not yet con¬ cluded with the States Ambassadors, and all men begin to wonder to see their stiffness and unreasonable hacking at a time when they have so much reason to give us all just contentment. The point in question is the restitution of the pepper brought into Holland, which (as appears by their own books) was sold by them for 49,000/. or thereabouts, the first penny as the phrase is, yet they seek to reduce it to 41,000/., notwithstanding that the goods were shamefully undersold to their own Company, supposing that they must restore them. This day they have had audience of the King. [ Extract from Holland Corresp .] 74 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Application of Salmon on behalf of his son, married to Mrs. Bonner, for Capt. Bonner’s wages and 1,000 ryals delivered at Tecoe to the Company’s use. His son going to Greenland. Salmon asks for 200/., but accepts 100/. on account, himself being surety. Payment to Burrel on account, for building the second new ship at Deptford. Considera¬ tion of what shipping to send to Bantam; two small ships to leave EAST INDIES. S3 1622. April 12. Madrid. April 13. at a month’s interval, better than one large one. The committees to be present at the General Court in the afternoon, to support the propositions with regard to next year’s adventures, and the remain¬ ing stock of pepper. Petition of Richard Bass, whose “ father was a committee for 5 years,” for the remission of his broke. He is to pay interest at 10 per cent. Minutes of a General Court. The Governor explains that a large amount of stock will be necessary for this year, though “ neither himself nor any other of the Company had reason to take delight in parting with their money, but yet where the necessity and good of the Company required it, he doubted not but all would be ready to bring in their parts.” The committees have carefully studied the matter, and are convinced that for the two first quarters as much will be needed as last year, and propose that the amount for the two other quarters shall be decided at a General Court to be called for the purpose. Objections: it was urged that 200,000/. was brought in last year, and 100,000/. debt promised to be paid. Mr. Treasurer Stone answered that the money did not all come in; the payment of the Royal James drunk up 40,000/.” Balance of the Company’s accounts. Beside the debt of the new stock to the old, about 170,000/. was owing, whereof 48,000/. by insolvents, and 30,000/. “ in provisions at home.” The Governor said they must trust to the committees, “ banish all jealousies, and rest assured that more shall not be called in than needs must.” Some of the gene¬ rality offer double the sum asked, rather than the trade should suffer. The Governor’s proposals agreed to. Sufficient goods to be stayed out of the next importation, to satisfy those who have not yet taken out their capital. Committee nominated to audit the accounts and examine the state of trade. Those who do the work “ to be honestly gratified ” when it is done. Indigo and pepper may be taken out “upon the debt for the first joint stock.” [Eight pages. Court Blc. V., 388-396.] 75 . Sir Walter Aston to Sec. Calvert. Great feasts and triumphs are preparing here for solemnizing the canonization of four Spanish saints, Ignatius, founder of the order of Jesuits; Xavier, a Jesuit, that died in the Indies; Isidro, a husbandman ; and Madre Teresa, who died 40 years since, foundress of the “ discalsed Carmelites.” [Extract from Spanish Corresp .] 76 . Locke to Carleton. The East India merchants have as yet received no satisfaction from the Dutch. The point of restitution left for awhile to see if they can accommodate something else. The Dutch are now upon their own grievances. Will send him the letter from the Privy Council to the King with their proceedings somewhat at large. Two of the King’s and two Dutch ships lately exchanged shots, because they would not strike sail according to custom, and it is reported that they came so close to the King’s ships that if some other had not fallen in by accident the King’s had been in some danger. [Extract from Domestic Corresp ., Joe. Vol. CXXIX., No. 36, Cal. p. 376.] c 34 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1622 . April 17. The Hague. April 17. April 20. April 25. May 5. The Hague. 77 . Carle ton to (Sec. Calvert). The slow progress of the treaty gives no less distaste here than in England; and the Ambassadors would soon be overruled concerning the first article,—as lately they were written unto, when the Advocate Burrel returned,—but they allege that their yielding in this would serve for example, and that which in detail is but light, will in gross prove so heavy that their Company will not be able to bear it; and so they breed a jealousy as if it were purposely intended to break their Company ; but if it should turn to a disjunction of the Companies, their Am¬ bassadors will have small thanks at their return. The news of the release of their ship and restitution of her goods brought by Brower, one of the deputies expressly sent over, was very gladly understood by the States, and he makes no doubt but good fruit will proceed as well of the seizure as the delivery, they being by the one made sensible that sooner or later they cannot but fall into our hands, and by the other freed of despair. [ Extract from Holland Corresp.'] 78 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Discussion of business with the Muscovy Company, in reference to various debts owing to them and the houses assigned by the Muscovy Company to the East India Company. Committee appointed to examine these matters. Discussion as to the fitness of two ships of 160 tons for the Company’s service, one, the Ursula, offered at 850 1., the other, a new ship, at 950 1. A proposal to await the return of some of their own ships overruled. Advise must be sent for sup¬ plying the trade at Surat and Persia. A committee to look out for a ship. It will be time enough for the second pinnace to go, at the end of the treaty. Payment to John Tapp for printing bonds for merchants, factors, mariners, &c. ; 1 d. a bond for the greater, and \d. for the less, thought too much. The Commis¬ sioners of his Majesty’s navy may have the Coaster, to fetch knee timber from Ireland, at 207. per month per ton without ordnance, or 2s. with. [Four pages. Court Bk. V., 397-400.] 79 . Locke to Carleton. The States have concluded nothing about the merchants’ business yet, the first point about restitution is now referred to the King, and they are upon the next, which is satisfaction for wrongs they pretend to have been done them by English merchants. [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXXIX., No. 50, Cal. p. 378.] 80 . (Carleton) to the East India Company. Earnestly entreats them to continue letting him know what passes in the treaty, that he may inform the greatest on this side of the truth, which is ordinarily disguised with false reports; as also any means whereby he may contribute to the advancement of their business. Has nothing to communicate at present, only that he conceives that the late taking and release of the Dutch ship may help towards an accommodation of their controversies, when they on this side considering in the one the goodness of his Majesty, and in the other the power which we have of doing ourselves right, will be kept from despair, and likewise see a necessity of giving satis- EAST INDIES. 35 1622. faction; to which he knows the States to stand well resolved. [.Extract from Holland Corresp.] April 26-29. 81 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Withers, a brother of the Company, who has made several complaints about the last General Court and the conduct of the committees, to be called to the Court to declare himself more particularly. Assess¬ ment on the Company’s property at Deptford. Committee to settle Adam Denton’s claims, as “ he hath used great means by very honorable friends,” and his request is reasonable. Committee for the Muscovy business to meet on Monday morning. A new ship has been found complete, which “ will be had for reason.” Letters to be requested from the Lord Treasurer to the officers of the Customs in all ports westwards as far as Plymouth, that on the arrival of ships from the East Indies “ there be no goods carried ashore, which is a thing that hath been done to the great prejudice of the Company.” If the letters are granted, one of their servants to be sent to Plymouth to see to their execution. The 400/. ad¬ venture in question between William Palmer and John Gerrard to be detained in the Company’s hands by order in Chancery. April 29.—Messages by Sir William Heydon and Mr. Endymion Porter, servants of the Prince, from the King and Prince. Porter says that his Majesty has received messages and letters from the Great Mogul, asking for such rareties as this kingdom affords, in return for rich presents of that country. His Majesty has determined to present him not alone with jewels, “ but likewise with some in¬ ventions, and particularly with that of conveying water into their houses in such a manner as will be a great cooling and refreshing in those extreme hot countries, and a benefit much desired by the Mogul.” Plis Majesty sends, not to ask the Company’s judgment or advice, but that they might use the Prince’s servants if they so thought good. Heydon says that the Prince has planned an expedition for “the weighing up and recovering ” of sunken treasure ships in the East Indies by means of an engine devised by one Cornelius Dryvet, which “ shall fetch up any weight.” Also “ there is a boat devised to go under water, where men may live, and if need be a man may go forth and walk under water 20 or 30 yards and use his arms to any kind of labour.” No prejudice is intended to the Company’s trade; they will carry no goods; nor “ make any desperate attempt upon any the ships or places of that country.” These things heard before by the Governor from the Marquis Buck¬ ingham, also from the King and Prince, but he wished that the whole Court may justly express their duty and “service to his Majesty and his Highness.” Arguments. It is feared, partly from experience of the Earl of Warwick’s expedition, that these ships “ might attempt something to make up their voyage (in case their first hopes should fail), which might endanger the Company’s stock.” The King and Prince will be answerable for their servants. It is urged that the Company must yield if the King and Prince will, and pressed that the expeditions may be deferred. Com¬ mittee appointed to draw up petition to the King and the Prince. Demands of Smitheck, engaged to go factor to Bantam; he wishes c 2 36 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1622. May 3. Whitehall. May 3-10. to be President, and refuses to be commanded by any man in the Indies. The Court, disgusted with “his pride and overweening of himself,” and his ingratitude after all they have done for him, discharge him without any compensation. A new and suitable ship found by the committee. [ Seven pages. Court Bk. V., 401-408.] 82 . Sec. Calvert to (Carleton). The States Ambassadors and we his Majesty’s Commissioners are again at a nonplus upon the second article, which is a complaint for the restitution of their ship the Black Lion, whose goods were casually burnt whilst she was in our men’s hands. The difference is about the understanding of a gloss made for the clearer interpretation of the first treaty, which clearness is yet so obscure as we cannot agree upon the meaning of it. The words are that restitution shall be made “ de part et d’autre ” of such goods as shall come into their hands “ en effect,” which they would have to imply actual possession ; “ we on the other side ” maintain that those goods only are said “ pervenire cum effectu ” or “ in effectu, ex quibus locupletior factus est,” and that we, not being the richer for them, are not tied to restitution. The argument laid down nakedly may seem somewhat weak, and we have not insisted peremptorily on a refusal, but are contented to leave it in suspense as they have the first article. “ This likes them not by no means, and so we are broken off again, until H. M. piece us, which I conceive he will do, the States having audience of him to-morrow.” [ Extract from Holland Corresp. ] 83 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Mrs. Viney to have 100Z. on account of her brother Capt. Jourdain’s estate. Petition on behalf of “ a stranger’s son born in England,” whose father was a free brother, for the freedom of the Company. State of the treaty. The Dutch demand restitution for the ship Black Lion and her goods. The English Lords Commissioners declare that neither by the treaty, by civil law, nor otherwise, ought this to be done. Levinus [Muncke] confident opinion to the.same effect, “though the English had voluntarily and wilfully fired herand because three of the Lords Commissioners “ are not yet satisfied,” a com¬ mittee is appointed to give them further satisfaction in private on this point, “ which being then done it was conceived necessary to, intreat Mr. Secretary to be a means, that the Lords Commissioners will set downe in writing under their hands, a declaration of their opinion that the English ought not to restore either ship or goods.” The propositions of the Prince’s servants, for sending a ship and pinnace into the Indies. Paper brought by Mr. Porter of reasons of the projectors, for the necessity of so doing. Resolution to attend the Prince with a petition, for “if this project proceed, it will be exceeding prejudicial to the Company.” Halsey’s petition to the King subscribed by Sir Sydney Montague, read. A com¬ mittee to examine the whole Muscovy business. *May 6.—Smitheck’s discharge unanimously ratified, and his note of charges disallowed. Letter read from the Lord Treasurer to the ports westward, in favour of the Company, for the better ordering of the mariners and others aboard the Company’s ships arriving home in reference to carrying goods ashore, to the great prejudice of EAST INDIES. 37 1622. May 11. Surat. the Company, “ for this the Lord Treasurer’s Secretary shall be grati¬ fied as in such cases is usual.” Request of Joseph Young, master of H.M. ship Garland, for balance upon a bond of one Simon Garnett, gone into the Indies. Adam Denton’s business to be settled on Friday next. May 10.—Demands of Handson, husband of the French Company, for “ imposition and pirate money for certain corals shipped out of France ” for the Company’s use. There can be no imposition, as the coral is not a French commodity, but only passed through France ; and as for pirate money it is wholly compounded for in the 4,00(F. they pay annually. Committee for the purchase of Dearsly’s ship. Request of George Ball for his goods and apparel to relieve him in prison. William and Francis Singleton to be paid 257 ryals of eight, as their deceased brother’s estate. At the Company’s request the Dutch Company will carry letters from them, in their next ship to the Indies. [Ten pages. Court Bh. V., 408-418.] 84. Thomas Rastell, Giles James, and James Burford to Wm, Methwold, &c., at Masulipatam. Have received their letters of the 26th February and 29th March. Complain of the many and excessive wrongs injuriously shown to their nation; example of extortion; their merchants detained five months prisoners at Agra, and their property embargoed; they have done no less to then- friends at Amedenares (Ahmedabad ?), “ merely and wholly for the Dutch’s robberies which in remote places are imputed to the English ” for that both are supposed one Company. The natives find that the English are best able to pay, and most fearful to offend, whilst the Dutch not having much to lose even awe them with their threats. Their petitions, complaints, bribes, and daily soliciting to the Prince and Governor produce nothing more than plausible words and promises unperformed; not only is their trade disturbed, but they remain on most perilous terms, even to the hazard of their masters’ affairs and estate in India. The Dutch “ the undoers of the worldif they have any cause of offence against these people, they visit it on this port, not to enrich themselves, but to damage the English trade. Have sent the Lion, Rose, and Richard to Mocha, to seize the Surat junks, and hold them as hostages for the English and their propery at Surat. There can be no safe trade at Surat, unless the Dutch at home give orders that the Guzerats shall not be spoiled. With the value of the junks and the supplies from England they will be “soundly stored with means sufficient” for the southern trade, and will be as well stored as the Dutch. The Dutch have greatly outstripped them in Moluccas, because the English Company, trusting to restitutions by the Dutch, forbad them to make investments in Java; and so 25,594 rupees worth of commodities for Sumatra have remained unshipped for want of vessels ; also pepper lies at Aeheen all through the “fleet’s detention in Persia.” The fleet (Fitzher- bert’s) designed for the Malabar coast, has not been heard of, but has doubtless diverted its course some other way as toward Mozambique. The commander would not stop or land much goods at Surat, lest he should fall into their predicaments, which “ is too 38 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1C22. May 12. Batavia. mean and base an employment for a man of his rank and quality.” Will send a horse as requested, either by sea or by “caphila.” As to their relation of the Hollanders’ successful proceedings with the Portugals whom they surprised, the miseries of the English captives at Macao, and the adventures and kind usage of Richard Hatfield in Cochin China, and the King’s desire of trade with the English; a trial may be made of trade there “ when opportunity shall minister occasionin the interim enquiries might be made either of the Prince, his trade or dependencies, and correspondence with the Portugals, which they will be thankful participants of. Forbear their censure on the proceedings of the Persian fleet, and leave to their more mature judgment what benefits may follow, as they (the commanders) have gone so far astray without their orders, so they have not dared to meddle as yet till they see their “ uttermost successit is most certainly reported that the town of Ormuz is sacked, but the castle still holds out, yet some affirm that that also is surrendered. That which most discredits them is the negligence of the Lion’s people in letting Ruy Frere [de Andrade, the Portugal Governor in India] escape, after continued orders to guard him carefully. After his escape he sent letters, pawning his honour to procure the release of all the English prisoners with the Portugese; whereupon the other Portuguese prisoners were released, to oblige them the more to performance. Request that their resolutions concerning the Guzerats may be kept secret, especially from the Dutch ; to send notice to Jacatra, that they intend (if these people hinder not) to send a ship and pinnace with Sumatra and southern goods in September or October next. Endorsed, “ Copy of a letter from Surat sent to Masulipatam, and from thence hither.” [Three pages and a half. O.G., Vol. IX., No. 1047.] 85. Richard Fursland, Thomas Brockedon, and Augustin Spaldinge to Thos. Mills, at Pulicat. The Dutch will make no other division of the cloth than proportionably according to the capital which each shall invest. If this injuriously affects him he is to protest, and perhaps may have to remove altogether from Pulicat, for it is contrary to reason that they should pay the half of the charge and cannot have quarter part of the trade. The [Dutch] General tells them he will give order for a place to be appointed for them to build a warehouse and lodging, and for shipping the bales they have ready; answer with frivolous excuse, and are sure by one trick or another to prevent them. Hope he will do nothing in the building of a house till he has better means. Suppose the general spleen (of the Dutch) is now qualified, but if they find no alteration must resolve to bear all with patience. The Unity ready to be sent to him with 20,000 ryals of eight, which leaves them so bare, that unless supplies come speedily from England they will be put to an exigency to defray their charges. Have not sent any money to Masulipatam. The capital now sent is to be laid out according to the list formerly sent; not to rely on any further supplies. The ship to be dispeeded away for Masulipatam as quickly as possible. [Mathew] Duke appointed to supersede [Wm] Metwold as agent, EAST INDIES. 39 1622. May 12. Malaya. May 15-17 May if. Malaya. May 21. May 22. and Dodde to be merchant at Masulipatam. To send by this ship, if possible, from 10 to 15 able-bodied man slaves, from 16 to 22 years of age. Send a rumlet of 17 gallons of sack. Endorsed, “ Copy of a letter from Jacatra sent into Pulicat, and from thence into England.” [ Two pages. O.G., Vol. IX., Xo. 1048.] 86. Governor Frederick Houtman’s reply to William Nicolls complaint; especially in reference to a fight between the English and Dutch, and to words spoken by the merchant Peter Peters Wagensfelt, the younger, at Sabowa to John Alexander, master of the Ruby, to the prejudice and disdain of the English nation, also of the little satisfaction accorded to his former complaints. He earnestly and lovingly requests him to send particulars of those complaints in writing, that he may justify and clear himself of that before passed, and do right according unto merit for the future. Signed by Frederick Houtman. Dutch, with a translation. \Three quarters of a page. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1049.] 87 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Illness of Hawley; entertained to go in the next ship for Bantam. Suit of Lady Dale against Thomas Jones, late a factor, for some goods of her husband’s; upon reference to the Trinity House it was certified that the goods of any man dying are to be sold at the mainmast, and no factor ashore ought to meddle therewith. The cause to be delivered to some well-experienced advocate for his advice. Report of the committee on the Muscovy business, in reference to debts owing and due. May 17.—Review of the Muscovy business, especially the debts of Kirby and Harrison, and of Decrowe for caviare. Clifton’s demands for some few cwt. of whale fins out of a parcel of 14 tons, but as “ he was to take them as they were,” and bought at 2| d. per pound, which cost the Company 2s. per pound, nothing was allowed. Opinion of Dr. Winston that the last surgeon’s chest sent to Surat had a much greater provision than was necessary ; the Indies hath drugs in far greater plenty and perfection than here. Woodall’s salary of 30?. for the providing of surgeon’s chests, on account of his services to be continued until Midsummer. The Bantam ship to be provisioned for 12 months. [Ten pages. Court Bk. V, 418-428.] 88 . Reply (in detail) of Governor Frederick Houtman to a pro¬ test in six articles of William Nicolls. Dutch. See ante, No. 86. Signed by Frederick Houtman. [Ten pages. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1050.] 89 . Locke to Carleton. The States continue their wonted course in meeting frequently with the Privy Council, but yet have not concluded anything. This day they are feasted by Lord Exeter, who keepeth his St. George’s feast at home. [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I, Vol. CXXX., No. 104, Cal. p. 396.] 90 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. The [minutes of the] Court wherein the bargain with Leate and Garroway was made to be looked up against next Court. Lady Dale’s suit against Thos. 40 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1622 . Jones; she hopes to recover a good matter from the Company through “ a strange oath ” taken by Isaac Crowther in the Court of Admiralty. Expenses paid to Capper for prosecuting Ball in the Star Chamber, and the Dutch treaty. Addyson to be master of the new ship, the Abigail, if he will come on reasonable terms. Bartho¬ lomew Churchman’s business; he has had all his wages, and a loan of 40?. As to his lending money to the Company’s servants in captivity with the Dutch, it neither appeared under any one of their hands nor had he any warrant to do so, therefore the Court considered they had done enough, and willed him to rest content. Not less than 30,000 or 40,000 ryals thought necessary to be sent to Bantam. [Three pages. Court BIc. V., 428-431.] May 23. 91. Henrie Woolman to William Nicolls at Malaya. Hears from Amboyna. the President that [John] Gonninge is to succeed Nicolls, and George Willoughby, Gonninge, who [Geo.] Muschamp could hardly have spared, only to relieve Nicolls out of that remote and unprofit¬ able place. The cargazon consigned to him is waiting conveyance on board the Dutch Morning Star; the Endracht, appointed for the Moluccas, was cast away, and 50 men lost, and nothing saved. Thinks the Amsterdam from Banda will go on to the Moluccas ; he has a happy time for leaving, for there will be a great want this year in the Moluccas ; only the Globe and Supply have arrived this year; the Globe brought rice from Macassar, and cloth, but never a penny of money. Muschamp is forced to borrow of the “ Burgers.” Thinks the Globe will have as many cloves as she is able to stow. Muschamp is bound for Jacatra, and so for England, and Capt. Towerson is here to succeed. Has procured his own liberty also, and purposes going for England, and hopes to have his company. The Supply is bound for Jacatra from Banda, laden with nuts and mace. “ John Joste had a great loss, being in the Endracht when she was cast away, who, with his simpering wife, Perera, commend very kindly unto you.” By a frigate from Acheen he hears that [Daniel] Wight is dead, and George Robinson remains. There is little correspondence with the King, he holding his pepper at such extraordinary rates. Nan Ubore in good health, and her son (Captain Bread-and-Cheese) hath a son also. The King caused the children to be brought into the court to see them, and has ordered Laxaman to see them brought up. Sends a lettter brought by Hawkeridge from Nicolls’ brother in England; also a letter to Perry from “ his quondam mate,” now purser at Jacatra. Will send him a jar of rack by next conveyance. [Two pages. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1051.] May 24-31. 92. Court Minutes of the East India Company. Petition of John Elliot to his Majesty, sent by Sir Christopher Perkins, one of the masters of request for payment of wages and property taken by the Dutch. The case already decided by the Judge of the Admiralty and in Parliament, in favour of the Company. Also petition of Denton. Committee sent to explain ; he is satisfied with regard to Elliot; but asked for further instructions, that he might know how to answer the King. Sale of the Gamaliel!. Kirby and EAST INDIES. 41 1622. June 5 and Aug. 3. Batavia Road. 1022 ? June 5. Whitehall. June 5. Harrison’s debt. Request of Abraham Chamberlain about his calicoes. Claim of Thomas Sussell to the goods of the late Elizabeth Ashdowne. May 29.—Minute of a General Court of Sales. Those absent to be fined 12 d. a piece. List of goods sold, with prices and names of the purchasers. May 31.—Court Minutes of the East India Company. Payment to Samuel Hazard for ryals supplied to Fursland and Brockenden, factors in the Indies. A request of the Dutch for a list of the victuals, ordnance, munitions, &c. of the ships taken by them, referred to the committees “ that had entered into speech with the Dutch. Request of Capt. Davis for recompense for an anchor and cable, lost through the James coming athwart him. Offer of Edward James to go factor. Hawley’s wages. Committee to set straight the account between Mrs. Harrison and the Muscovy Company. “ It is supposed there will be a good quantity of pepper found between the ceilings of the Great James.” A charge for bringing a letter from Denmark containing a rumour of three home- ward bound English ships allowed. Committee to attend Sir Christopher Perkins, on Adam Denton’s business. [Seven pages. Court Bk V, 431-438.] 93. Survey of the ships Clove and Supply by John Roberts, commander-in-chief, and others, by order of the President. The Clove not fit to be carreened, but if lightened might ride in the roads for a year. The Supply, so much eaten and decayed with the worm, and also the Rother, as to be unrepairable. [Endorsed, “ Received by the Lesser James, 18 June 1623.” Three quarters of a pope. O.C. y Vol. IX., Xo. 1052.] 94 . Petition of Wm. Carmichell to the King. Although his Majesty’s Commissioners have often urged a conclusion of the con¬ troversy between the Dutch East India Company and the petitioner, he can find no effectual dealing, but dilatory answers, which he has customably had these seven years past. Prays, in case of longer delay, that the King will grant him letters of reprisal against their ships within his Majesty’s dominions. [Domestic Corresp., Joe. I., Vol. CXXXV., Xo. 20, Cal. p. 474.] 95. Sec. Calvert to (Carleton). Our Commission with the States has been at a stand these many days. Believes we have so tired one another as perhaps the merchants themselves will agree better upon private conferences. [Extract from Holland Corresp.'] 96 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Directions to be given in the next letters to the President to examine the estates of those who die in the Indies, that “ it may best appear how the same hath been gotten.” Report of the committee appointed to attend Sir Christopher Perkins about Adam Denton’s claims. Denton wishes for a settlement without troubling his Majesty, and is to be heard in full Court on Friday next. Message from the Lord Admiral that the Prince desires earnestly that the business of his servants’ employment into the Indies might go on, and that his Highness 42 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1622. would give assurance, both his word and under his hand, that there should come thereby no prejudice to the trade, and that his Lordship wished the Company not to oppose it, for that he is verily persuaded the Prince will prevail, and if he find himself opposed will take it ill, but if through the Company’s opposition he should fail of his desire, the Company might thereby utterly lose his favour. Reply of the Governor that there were too few to give answer in a business of this importance, but would at the next meeting acquaint them with it, though he knew beforehand that the motion would come unseasonably. Ordered, that the Company’s Secretary draw a petition to the Lord Admiral, expressive of the Company’s grief for the danger of losing the Prince’s favour, with some touch of the inconveniences in general that may come to the Company if the employment hold, and that they may be admitted to his Highness’ presence. Committee appointed to attend the Lord Admiral with a petition. [Three pages and a half. Court Bh. V., 438-442.] June 6. 97 . Sir Walter Aston to Sir Thomas Wilson. Cannot but much Madrid. commend the industry of the Hollanders who have so providently procured already the Bible translated into the West Indian language, that if their necessity drive them thither they may presently fall in hand with the plantation of the Gospel. [Extract from Corresp. Spain.] June 7 . 98 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Lease of Buttolph Wharf. Mrs. Harrison’s debt. Examination of Adam Denton touching the money taken from the fort at Jacatra, and the junk taken at Patani, Ac.; if the Company were “content to enjoy the benefit ” they must “ sustain the loss.” He admits that he made “ 90 corge of Pintadoes ” in their house at Patani, but not at their charge, of which he will bring testimony under Thomas Jones. “ The Dutch mayors came in, and so the further han dlin g thereof was referred until the afternoon.” Capt. Pring to be examined before the Lords in reference to a question between this Company and the Dutch, “ whether at the consultation in the Indies [24 April 1620] upon the arrival of the Bull, the English had demanded restitution of ships and goods or not.” He will maintain on oath that they did so. He says that Capt. Speck, a Dutchman, caused the loss of the Expedition by taking out ballast in order to stow goods, “ and being thereby over-lightened she overset in a perry of wind, riding at an anchor.” The Dutch tried to obtain a certificate that she came “ thwart the James’ hawse,” “ but could find no man to be of that mind.” Lead sold at 6?. 6s. the fother. Further examination of Adam Denton. He denies that the junk was “ taken from the Chinesses,” by his direction, or that any of the 5,000 dols. taken came to his hands. He had no part of the 1,100 dols. taken from the Fort of Jacatra, by two of Sir Thomas Dale’s servants ; but he had a chain of Van den Broock’s, which he returned, and for which he could show a receipt. His desire that neither Sir Christopher Perkins nor any other should be troubled with this business, but that the Company should end it, but they replied they must not slight the Master of EAST INDIES. 43 1622. Requests, and must justify themselves before the world. Isaac Crowther not to be employed as steward in the Abigail until some “controversies depending in law” are decided. [Two 'pages and a half. Court Bh. V., 443-446.] June 8 ? 99. [Geo. Muschamp ?] to [the President and Council at Batavia.] Amboyna. Acknowledges receipt of letters of Nov. 2, Oct. 25, Feb. 16, and Jan. 15, by the Supply, the Globe, and two Dutch ships ; also copy of complaints, and the Dutch General’s answer, which he sent to the Moluccas and Banda, and directs his own conduct thereby. In the third article the General declares that the debts of the King of Ternate are to be discounted in money, instead of being paid in cloves as here¬ tofore ; the Governor alleges “ that it is a misprision in the General,” and must be decided by the Council of Defence at Jacatra. Con¬ cerning the great charge of the Governor’s table and moveables; the General, his chief officers, servants, and slaves, not less]than 100, daily fed for upwards of three months. Jealousy of the Governor. The order for the Ruby coming hither crossed by Governor Houtman, which is a great hindrance to the safe transporting of goods, as they are not able to send to the Moluccas and Banda. The Supply arrived Jan. 14 with goods and provisions. Sent her to Welden at Banda with rice and money, but shortly after her arrival she sprung a leak and was ready to sink, but is now fit for the voyage. The Globe arrived April 9, which it has been determined to keep here this year, sending the cloth, &c., to the Moluccas by the first Dutch ship bound thither. Has sent the Supply to him. The Globe is now landing rice and cloth at Hitto, and has done so at Looho. The vehement rains interfere with their proceedings. A considerable quantity of cloves has come in, some in payment of debts, and more is owing at Hitto and other places. In want of means to discharge the garrison and pay for the cloves which the Governor requires. Has taken up at interest 3,300 ryals to help pay for this year’s cloves, and to comply with the literal sense of the article. Has bought a house of Sebastian Dancker (Danckaerts), a preacher, which the Governor would not dispense with, fearing he should incur the General’s displeasure, more convenient, commodious, and substantial than the former one; the cost will soon be repaid, for the rains are so continual that sometimes the goods cannot be aired for a month. Requests that his bills may be duly honoured ; if payment be not made according to promise it will be the Company’s disgrace. The Orankays of Looho took good liking to the cloths, some of which are to be sent to the Moluccas. The Endracht cast away coming from Banda; lost nearly 50 men, goods, and provisions on her voyage to the Moluccas, where there are like to suffer great want in con¬ sequence. Will send George Willoughby with a fresh cargo. Wishes “ the mortality and want of factors were better considered at home ;” they have lost [Sam.] Foxcroft and George Moore at Hitto, John Engle Stewart at Amboyna, and George Spence killed in a duel with a corporal, at Cambello ; the Governor shot the corporal to death upon Muschamp’s demand of justice which he “ required more that the country should take notice of it, than from a revengeful disposition, in regard the quarrel was full fairly performed.” Sends 44 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1622. June t 8 ¥ . Malaya. June 9. Malaya Road. June June 14-18. Short, whose honesty and sufficiency he commends, to Jacatra for recovery of his health. Has taken Edward Collins, purser of the Globe, to remain at Larrica; and put Samuel Coulson, chief at Hitto, in Foxcroft’s place. Thanks for his “ releasement,” will explain all matters to Capt. Towerson, expects to depart from hence the beginning of August. The charge of the factories has exceeded that of last year, occasioned by the long continuance of the fleet at Hitto, but he has remonstrated with the Governor and now the expenses are reformed. Endorsed, “Reed, the 4th July per the Amsterdam. Copy’of a letter from Amboyna.” [Seven pages and a half. O.G., Vol. IX., Xo. 1057.] 100 . Governor Houtman to William Nicolls. About supplying the Ruby with provisions during her stay at Malaya and her sailing for Batavia. [Dutch. Half a page. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1053.] 101 . Consultation on board the Ruby. She was appointed by the Council of Defence to remain in the Moluccas until relieved from Batavia by other ships, but her wants are so great that without great hazard they cannot longer stay. They have no provisions but rice and water, and Governor Houtman absolutely denies them any relief. Their rigging is rotten, they have no cordage, and they are almost destitute of sails. Signed by —John Alexander, master, Peter Bell, purser, and five others. [One page. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1054.] 102 . Demand of Governor Houtman, “ First Councillor of India, Governor and Director over the forts and factories of the Moluccas,” delivered to William Nicolls by John de Yogel, Cape merchant, and others, for the payment of 20,680 guilders, 1 stuyver, and 4d., being the remainder of the one-third part of the general charges during the year ending in May last at Malaya, Calamat (Salmatte), Tolucquo, and Sabowa. He had before desired payment, because he had not laded the third part of his cloves, but by the 16th article of the Council of Defence at Batavia no cloves ought to be laden or trans¬ ported before the charges are first paid. When payment is made the Lord General is ready to let them receive and lade the cloves at their pleasure. 2,477 gs. 9 d. to be deducted from said sum, being the third of a fourth part of table charges, “ in consideration of the diet of the Netherlands merchants.” If Nicolls persist in refusing these demands, a protest and claim for damages is to be made against the English Company. [Tivopages. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1055.] 103 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. About the sale of Buttolph wharf. Arrival of Capt. Kerridge, late President of the English nation at Surat, with the Hart and Roebuck ; is welcomed by the Court; thanks rendered “ to God for his and the ships’ safe return.” Reasons why the ships come so late from Surat. Every opportunity in future to be taken for returning “ as the Dutch do.” Orders to this effect to be inserted in the seamen’s and factor’s commissions. The ships which go to Jask to return direct from thence to England. Building of the new ship at Deptford. Isaac Crowther dismissed the Company’s service. Suit depending in the EAST INDIES. 45 1622. Admiralty Court between Lady Dale and Thos. Jones. James Burgess, who “ hath been six or seven years at the Indies,” recom¬ mended as a fit man for master. Bartholomew Churchman also “ recommended for a stout, resolute man, a good artsman, and well experienced in the East India navigation, wherein he hath been employed two or three voyages ; but his carriage in point of com¬ mand is doubted, in regard some conceived he was too much inclined to drink, and that he is a discontented man, but others were of opinion that at sea he would carry himself well ; and that his dis¬ content is against the Dutch, not against the Company.” He has done many good services to the Company, which the Court well remembered. Messrs. Kirby and Abdy to inquire further of him. Bobert Sampson, “ prisoner in the hole in the Compter for receiving 46s. imprest and not performing the voyage,” where he has lain 14 or 15 weeks, to be allowed to go the voyage, giving security to pay all his debts and expenses out of his Avages. Refusal of William Langton to go master carpenter to Jacatra under 51. per month. Advice from Sir Thomas Roe, at Constantinople, about managing the trade at Surat, the Red Sea, and Persia. Kerridge to be con¬ sulted about the matter. “ The Dutch, howsoever they make fair show of good correspondency at shore there, yet at sea they practise by robbing and spoiling of all ships and boats they meet withall to ruin that trade to the English,” and thus they did with the Sampson, that the natives might think the English had done it. June 18.—Adam Denton’s business. A master for the Abigail. Capt. Pring’s report of Bartholomew Churchman, whom the Company Avould willingly employ if he be found meet for that charge, in respect of his long service. They found him Avell reported of “ in the point of his art, but could have no satisfaction in the point of his government.” Burgess, “an ancient man, perfect in the voyage,” “every Avay fitt,” and “very desirous to go,” to attend the next Court. Eyre to go doAvn to Blackwall to-day “ to break bulk aboard the Roebuck.” Style and Browne to go down to-night to the Hart, lying at Erith; to be brought up to BlackAvall. An answer to be considered to Sir Thomas Roe’s letter. Kerridge requests some small time to peruse it. 1,000/. to be paid at once of the 2,000/. soon due for the pirate business, as “ the occasion was for the payment of mariners, a people not easily delayed, or delayed of their due.” Information that on Saturday last, when the King took barge at Blackwall, the Roebuck shot off five pieces, which made “ so weak a report that it appears the Company is ill served of poAvder,” Avhilst the RainboAV, though but “ lately arrived from the bottom of the Straits,” made a very good report. The powder not well kept; it ought to be aired “ in the sun upon fitting days,” and skins are provided for that purpose. The Court did not Avell like that the powder should be so dried ashipboard, because of the many casualties that may happen, but it may be done ashore. The Turkey merchants buy powder at the same place, carry it to Constantinople, and yet bring it home good. Committee to report thereon. Information that a bribe Avas offered by Kirby to rip up the ceilings of the James to take out pepper. The matter to be deferred for a week, 46 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1622. June 18. The Hague June 21. June 25. July 5. Malaya. June 26-29. and Kirby in the meantime to be suspended from the Company’s service. Complaint of the beef; divers conjectures of the cause; the Thames water may occasion it; it may be the fault of the butchers in driving the cattle, and in not bleeding them enough, for fear of decreasing the weight. Thomas Vincent’s goods which came in the Roebuck. [Nine pages. Court Bk. V., 446-455.] 104 . (Carleton) to Sec. Calvert. The arrival of three ships out of the East Indies puts new life into this Company, which did languish and was brought so low that they have set out no equipage for that navigation this year, and the news that two English ships as richly laden came in consort with them doth much rejoice them, hoping that the fruits they mutually reap of their agreement will work better effects towards a reconciliation than their disputes, of which nothing ariseth, as their Ambassadors advertise, but more and more distrust and difference. Their Ambassadors complain much of delays, being many times (as they say) sent back unseen when appointed to come to conference, at which (as Carleton understands by the Prince of Orange) the States 'do very much mutter, as well for the disgrace as for the cost they are at in so long maintaining their extraordinary ambassage. [ Extract from Holland Corresp.] 105 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Lease of But- tolph Wharf. The committee to attend Sir Christopher Perkins, about Denton’s business. The wife of Johnson, master of the Rose, to have a quilt and pepper sent by her husband “ for a token.” The Deputy and Sir Thomas Smythe to arbitrate between the Company and Mrs. Fielder. Jeffries to unlade the Hart on Monday. Rebecca Agard’s claims. Hugh Watts, son of Capt. Watts, to go to the Indies under Hawley. ' His wages. James Burgess appointed to the Abigail. Gratuities to Aylesbury, my Lord Admiral’s secretary. [Four pages and a half. Court Bk. V., 455-460.] 106 . Warrant by Governor Houtman to Wm. Nicolls. To receive provisions for the Ruby out of the ship Amsterdam. [Dutch. Half page. O.C., Vol. IX., Xo. 1056.] 107 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Richard Dale, surgeon, from the Indies, recommended by Dr. Winston as “ a very meet man ” for the Abigail; but his demand of SI. per month too much for so small a ship. Concerning Buttolph Wharf. Nicholas Towerson offers his services as a factor. Sir Christopher Perkins “reasonably well satisfied” with the Company’s objections to Den¬ ton, but wishes two arbitrators to be chosen by each party, and offers himself as umpire. Concerning Kerridge and his goods. He thinks that coral from Leghorn should not be sent to Surat, until they “be encouraged thereto.” A motion to prepare for a General Court “ touching the holding in bank or delivering out the goods upon stock.” The Court disliked that any letters out of the Indies should be opened upon the Exchange; no dividend to be made at present; the goods to be left to the disposing of the committees. The prices of the goods fixed. Silk at 27s. per lb., &c. EAST INDIES. 47 1622. The Minutes of a General Court. The Governor " put them in mind first to he thankful to God for his goodness,” in vouchsafeing them a return. Two more ships expected this year from Surat, and news of one from Bantam in a letter read from John Bickell, master of the Charles, of 2 Nov. 1621. How to dispose of the goods in the Hart and Roebuck. Opinion of Dr. Atkins. Accounts and state of the Company. The auditor nominated at the last General Court on 10 April 1622 ratified. Their debt at interest 150,000/., whereof 40,000/. at 8 per cent., and the rest at 9, which was always wont to be at 10 ; since last year 50,000/. had been paid off. " The Royal James drew away in duties and wages 30,000/.; ” all who called in their money last winter were paid, "though the times were dead,” the treasurers used their own credit "without noise,” they have now 20,000/. in cash, and are of opinion that the two ships now come home will be discharged with as little as the Royal James. Recom¬ mendations of the committees as to the employment and prices of the goods agreed to. Silk at 27s. per lb. Because Wednesday next is the very day when the Virginia Company are to hold their Court, the General Court for Elections is fixed for Tuesday. June 29.—Decrow agrees to give up possession of Buttolp Wharf, to Soarne. Denton’s business ; it is affirmed that he intends to spend 5,000/. in suit with the Company, unless he can have his silk and wages, as Sir Christopher Perkins desired. Isaac Crow- ther’s demands refused and reprimanded. Report of what passed before the Prince and Lords at the Council Table, concerning the employment of two of his Highness’ servants to Surat, the Prince’s project being to send a ship and a flat-bottomed boat to the Indies, with inventions for the Mogul to fish for pearl and to weigh such wrecks as have been sunk in the Indian seas. Notwithstanding all objections and opposition of the Com¬ pany, the Prince insisted upon his resolution and offered suffi¬ cient caution that no money should be carried out, or merchandise employed in trade, or hostile or piratical act attempted, or merchandise brought home, whereby the Company’s trade may be damnified on pain of the Company taking said ships into their own power. To do this the Governor answered that he and the others present had no power to consent, but prayed leave to propound it at their next General Court, to which the Prince gave consent, but intimated that he needed not to have done this, yet the King and himself, out of their love and good respect to the Company had taken this course for their satisfaction. Considera¬ tion whether to propound this to the General Court or not; resolved that the draught account of these proceedings read by the Secretary be presented to Sec. Calvert, and his opinion taken, where¬ upon the Court would proceed accordingly; the Governor required all men to keep this business secret. Answer to Sir Thomas Roe’s letter concerning jewels to be sent to Surat, referred for considera¬ tion. James Bagg thanks " the Company for their favorable con¬ structions of his omissions,” and professes his care and diligence for the future. The Deputy to have 10/. for petty expenses, as «boat-hires,” &c., during the last two years. Gratification of 48 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1622. July 1. St. Martin’s Lane. July 2. July 10. Batavia. 100/. to Barlow for his many good services for the Company with the Dutch. Request of Sir Clement Edmondes for the loan of 800/., on the security of his bond, and 600/. adventure; “ the Company are not in case to lend.” [Eleven pages. Court Bk. V., 460-470.] 108 . Sec. Calvert to (Carleton). We have not met upon that commission for the Indies this great while, but there have been divers parleys between the merchants, and divers points accommo¬ dated. The Ambassadors will meet the Lords next Wednesday, about some remaining difficulties. Must confess that at former meet¬ ings there was much distraction, insomuch as the 'whole company was tired, and he cannot deny but that for matter of form and ceremony in being sent back many times, and waiting for the English Commissioners longer than was fit, they had cause to com¬ plain of some disrespect, though their wayward proceedings made most of the Lords careless to meet. [Extract from Holland Corresp.~\ 109 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Request of Sir Christopher Perkins that Adam Denton’s silk and wages may be delivered to him on security. The King to be informed of Denton’s “ ill carriage ” ; a committee to consider how he “ may be proceeded against in some legal course,” and to inform Sir Chris¬ topher that after submitting himself to the Court “ he flew off from this course,” though the arbitration was to be finished in a week. Letter read from the King, taking notice of the silk returned in these ships [the Hart and Roebuck], and encouraging the prosecution of that trade “ as a matter of great consequence,” to be read at the General Court, though “ the forbearing of that trade for one year, unless upon better terms ” has been determined upon. Letter read from Sir Clement Edmondes; he may sell his adventures to one not free of the Company, and a freedom will be bestowed on the pur¬ chaser. The draft of the conference before the Prince and Lords at the Council table concerning the Prince’s project, approved by Sec. Calvert, to be read at the General Court. Drafts of letters to be sent in the Abigail, to be prepared. Pepper not to be sold to grocers in town, but to be shipped away. Proposal of Garroway to raise the price of indigo to 7s. per lb. The Secretary directed to attend Levinus Muncke, with the Company’s patent, the seamen’s commissions, and a copy of the last commission sent by the Trial to the President and factors at Jacatra, and entreat him out of all those to conceive a commission for the President and his “ succes¬ sors,” to be sent by this ship if ready in due time. [Three pages. Court Bk. V., 471-473.] 110 . Richard Fursland, Thomas Brockedon, and Augustin Spal- dinge to [Thos.] Mills, at Pulicat. Have sent 20,000 ryals of eight by the Unity, more than they could well spare; he must not outrun his means as he did last year; they can send him no more. The “ long hoped for ” Trial, laden with provisions, was lost upon a ledge of rocks 300 leagues from hence, in 22° latitude, on the 25th May ; the master and 43 men were saved in the skiff and long boat, all EAST INDIES. 49 1G22. July 10. Batavia. July 13. the rest, nearly 100 men, with the letters, perished. She had but 500 ryals in her, but is a great loss, and “wee shall be plunged in our business if speedy supply come not from England, for both our meat and money is all spent.” The Dutch have lost their ship, the Endracht, of 800 tons, bound for Amboyna with provisions ; 40 men perished with her. From these disasters he may guess how unlikely it is that they will send him any further supply this year. [ Endorsed , “ Sent to Pulicat and from thence to London.” One page. O.C., Vol, IX., Xo. 1058.] 111 . Richard Fursland, Thomas Brockedon, and Augustin Spal- dinge to [the factors at Masulipatam]. The Matram sent an army and surprised and ransacked Succadana some three months past. Edward Pike, the factor, was killed by an explosion of gunpowder; and they fear they have lost upwards of 3,000 ryals, and the Dutch 20,000 ryals. “ These crosses coming on upon the neck of another •are sufficient to dismay us.” Six ships have arrived from Holland and seven more are expected; they report that the James reached England in safety in September last, and that three ships were ready to set sail for this place. Pray they may safely arrive, “ to relieve our great wants which now will grow so great as we shall not bo able to support them.” The Charles arrived at Saldanha Bay the 11th of March, and would continue her voyage at the end of that month. To keep within compass of their means and “not run upon interest;” and to advise the same to Pulicat. Hope to receive this year from their eastern factories a reasonable cpiantity of spice, viz., 200 tons from Amboyna, 120 tons of mace and nut¬ megs from Banda, “ yet the charges are so excessive in those places that it can give no content to our masters.” Have sent upwards of 200,000 ryals to the eastern factories; “ if we had to deal with honest men the business would be worth the following,” and profit¬ able, but as it is now carried on, “ it were much better for our masters that they had never entered into it;” and they see no hope of reformation. Fear the same in Pulicat. Endorsed, “Copy of an addition unto a former letter sent from the President and Council at Jacatra to the factors of Masulipatam ; but what the letter was I find not; this addition is dated 10 July 1622, sent by Thomas Mills from Pulicat by the ship Dordrecht; received by Tho. Grove the 6 May, by the Lesser James.” [One page and, a half. 0.6'., Vol. IX., No. 1059.] 112 . Locke to Carleton. The Commissioners from the States and the Lords [of the Privy Council] met again on the 10th present. Sends abstract of what was then done. Incloses, 112. i. TJlc abstract above mentioned. Whether restitution is to be made in specie or in value, in specie it is not possible. Question of the value of the goods, where they were bought or where taken; the same condition to be applicable to Hollanders as well as English. [Domestic Corresp., Jac. I, Vol. CXXX1I, Nos. 39, 39 L, Cal, p. 424.] D 50 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1622. July 14. 113 . Sir Thos. Roe, the English Ambassador, to Sec. Calvert. Constantinople. The King of Persia is employed to recover Candahar from the Mogul, and in a war with the Portugal in the Gulf. With the assistance of the English shipping he has taken the fort of Kishmee, sacked the city of Ormuz, and besieged the Castle. The English landed their ordnance and made the battery. Doubts they have exceeded their sea commission. [ Gorresp . Turkey .] July 19. London. 1622? July 29. St. Martin’s Lane. 114 . Vaumage (the Spanish Ambassador in England) to Count Gondomar at Madrid. The controversy betAveen the English and Dutch concerning their business in the Indies increases daily, and were it not that the King favours the rebels to the prejudice of his own subjects, the treaty would have been broken, for they have pro¬ claimed there that they ha\ r e no greater enemies than the Dutch. The (Dutch) deputies had audience with the King last Tuesday, and he commanded the Prince and Marquis of Buckingham to go out and speak with them in secret, which they did for the space of two hours. French. Endorsed, “ Translat d’une lettre inter¬ cepts par les Rochellois,” &c. [ Extract from Holland Gorresp. There is a translation of this letter in the Correspondence with Spain .] 115 . The States Ambassadors’ account of conferences with the Lords Commissioners in reference to restitution of goods. Three proposals of the Ambassadors rejected by the English Company, who maintained that the estimation of the goods ought to be ruled according to proofs. Answered by the Ambassadors, that the work of proofs will breed very great confusion, and that they are charged with more than 50,000?. above that Avhich was first demanded. The Lords Commissioners making difficulty to meddle at all with the business of the Black Lion, which his Majesty retains to himself; the Lords Ambassadors offer their final resolution as to the valua¬ tion of said goods to be restored. Arguments on both sides. The Lords Commissioners affirm that this article hath nothing in com¬ mon with that of pepper. Astonishment of the States Ambas¬ sadors at the “ unheard-of alteration” in the project of the Lords Commissioners. “ All was in vain, and the Lord Treasurer, tearing the project, cut off all further negociation, saying that he kneAv how to spend his time better.” [Four pages. Tivo copies, French and English. East Indies, Vol. II., Nos. 18, 19.] 116 . Sec. Calvert to (Carleton). The treaty goes on so un towardly through the Ambassadors’ fault, that they are now at a stand ; and meantime fresh complaints out of the Indies of more outrages by their men on the King’s subjects. The difficulty now is about restitution of the goods taken from the English in the Indies, and not brought into Europe. After many days disputing and wrangling (as he may better call it), they got them in a manner to yield the point of the value, but then the difference was about the time of the payment; for nothing will satisfy them but waiting until they send for proofs into the Indies out of their own books; “ for howsoever M. Aerssens hath made many offers, and with much art EAST INDIES. 51 1622. varied and gilded them over, yet all still falls upon that centre, and because we will not swallow the gudgeon they grow angry.” Assures him the Lords are all of opinion that there is no intention in them (the Dutch) to come to any accommodation upon reasonable terms; “ the merchants are disheartened, and we are all wearied, insomuch as I see no man willing to give any more meetings and to spend time so unprofitably, neither have the States of late desired it, that I can learn of. What they mean to do I know not.” [Extract from Holland Correspi] July 31. 117 . Locke to Carleton. The States and the English Commis¬ sioners have quite broken off. The Council about to make an Act setting forth that whereas Commissioners were sent from the States to treat about the wrongs offered to the English East India merchants, who now after so long time spent, refuse to give satis¬ faction, English merchants are therefore left to take their remedy by course of law or commission in the Admiralty Court. [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXXXII., No . 73, Gal., p. 434.] July ? 118 . Petition of the Scottish East India Company to the Privy Council. The petitioners undertook with Sir Jas. Cunningham, their governor, to set forth a voyage to Greenland, for killing whales, but after being at great charges were by the old Muscovy Company compelled to desist. Parliament has ordered the Muscovy Company to pay certain poor artificers [employed by the Scottish East India Company] who petitioned for redress. Parliament being now dis¬ solved the Scottish East India Company pray that orders may be given to the Muscovy Company to pay the balance of expenses incurred by the petitioners to Lucas Corsellis, their treasurer. Inclose, 118. i. Order of the House of Lords on the petition of Sir Jas. Cunningham for payment of 124 1. by the Muscovy Com - pany to certain poor artificers, 1621, Dec. 18. [Domestic Corresp., Jac. I, Vol. CXXXII., Nos. 77, 77' i., Cal, p. 434.] Aug. 1. 119 . Order of the Privy Council. Recites the complaint made Whitehall, to his Majesty by the East India Company, and what has taken place thereon. Forasmuch as at the last it evidently appears to his Majesty’s Lords Commissioners that the Dutch will not be brought to any reasonable or equal agreement, but on all occasions seek to protract the treaty by delays and evasions, that the English by losses and discouragements might be inforced to give over that rich and profitable trade of the East Indies; and as complaint is also made that since the publication of the treaty in the Indies, the Dutch have in hostile manner taken from his Majesty’s subjects their lawful possession of the islands of Lantar and Pooloroon (sur¬ rendered to his Majesty’s use by the natives), seized their goods and murdered and despitefully used their servants, their Lordships, by his Majesty’s command, hereby signify to the merchants that they should consult upon the best legal course to recover from the D 2 52 COLONIAL PAPERS. Aug. x 2 2- Malaya. Aug. 2 Malaya. Aug. 3 to Dec. 24. 1022. Dutch what by right appertains to them, whether by the Court of Admiralty, or by special commission. It is also resolved to move his Majesty to continue his purpose for putting that course into speedy execution, upon which assurance the merchants arc encouraged to continue cheerfully in their trade. [East Indies, Vol, II., No. 20.] 120 . Request of John Gonninge to Governor Houtman, and the Governor’s answer in reference to an account of the goods and the names of the persons in the Spanish frigate Kalckboat, taken by the Orange, in October. The ship, which was of small value, was sent to Batavia in December, and if Gonninge means to have a share in it, it is reason that he participate in the charge. Dutch. [Three pages and a half. O.G., Vol. IX., Xo. 1062.] 121 . English translation of the preceding. [ Three pages. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1061.] 122 . Abstract of the Journal of James Burgess, master of the Abigail, from the Lizard to Cape of Good Hope. Reached the Table Land on December 9th, Long Island on the 10th, and Saldanha Bay on the 17th, where he met the Little James, and two Hollanders bound home; on the 24th he purposed to set sail for Jacatra. [Four pages. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1060.] 123 . Deposition of John Roberts master of the Lesser James. In reference to the capture of a China junk in the Straits of Banca. Not the value of one ryal was taken from her to his knowledge. After her departure Robert Johnson, the merchant, called a consulta¬ tion, and said that if the Dutch met her they would make good prize of her, for General Coen had ordered that all China junks trading at any other port than Batavia should be taken ; where¬ upon it was resolved to send the Bear after her, and take out as much of the principal goods as she could carry; pursued her course to Batavia. In the Straits they met a Dutch pinnace, bound for Batavia, with blacks on board. [One page. O.O., Vol. IX., No. 1063.] Aug. 9 & 10. 124 . Examinations of Thomas Reignolds, purser of the Lesser James, Peter Garrat, master gunner, Robert Barker, boatswain’s mate, John Necksonn, boatswain, and Nicholas Geryng, surgeon of the White Bear. Concerning the taking of a China junk in the Straits of Bankey. No private pillage, nor any injury to the Chinese was allowed. [Together, nine pages. O.C., Vol. IX., Nos. 1064- 1067.] Aug. 11-14. 125 . Deposition of Robert Randall, merchant, and of Abraham Woofe, “ silk-throwster,” both of London, before Sir Henry Marten, Judge of the Admiralty Court, in answer to 13 articles ministered on behalf of the East India Company. Concerning the Dutch in Lantar and Pooloroon. To the first; that Randall, as factor of the Company, was present and saw the surrender of the Island of Poolo¬ roon in December 1616, and that of Lantar in November 1620, That Aug. 7. Batavia. EAST INDIES. 53 1622. the Dutch General, with 16 ships of war, with at least 4,000 men, and about 40 Java prows, arrived at Neira road, about three miles from Lantar, in February 1621 and all these forces said Dutch General made and bended against Lantar, for at that time he inha¬ bited Lantar. That the English captain of Pooloroon took possession of Lantar upon its surrender as aforesaid, and continued the English factory which had been established there almost a year before. That soon after the arrival of the Dutch in Neira road, fearing a surprisal of said Island of Lantar, he went to the captain of Pooloroon, who wrote to the Dutch General, intimating that the island belonged to the King of England, and that, as an accord had been made in Eng¬ land between the English and Dutch Companies, he should forbear to use any violence against said island. This letter (as the mes¬ senger told Randall) the General received very scornfully, saying that whomsoever of the English he should find there he would use with no more mercy than the country people ; that 10 or 12 days, after the Dutch attacked and subdued the island, and during the conflict Randall with his servants, being two English and eight Chinese, kept within doors ; but the Dutch, having taken the castle, violently entered the English house (no resistance being made), and in spite of their entreaties, bound and coupled them together, cut off three of the Chinese’s heads, and dragged the rest like slaves before the General and captains. Here they were humble suitors for mild usage, but were pinioned and tied by the necks fast to a post, expecting to be presently executed, whilst the Dutch in inhuman manner, stood throwing the heads of the Chinese and Bandanese they had executed under their feet. Removed from thence, they were bound to another post, and thence carried aboard the Dutch Admiral the “ Holland.” On their way through the castle they were ordered to go over a wall 12 feet high, and when Randall refused to attempt it unless unpinioned, they threw him over by which he was much bruised, “ and without great favour of God, had broken his neck.” They beat him grievously with a truncheon for ignorantly stepping into the wrong prow, put them all in irons for 48 hours in the beak-head, and kept them “ in great irons ” for 18 days more, until at the coming of the Royal Exchange, they set them at liberty. These Dutch also seised all the English goods at Lantar, valued at 7,651|- ryals of eight. To the sixth, seventh, and eighth articles he cannot depose. To the ninth he saith, that in November 1620, Nathaniel Courthoppe, chief of the English at Pooloroon, having been to Lantar to receive its surrender to the English, was intercepted on his return by the Dutch (as he has heard both from themselves and the country people who were present) and slain with small shot, and, as the Dutch told this exanimate, they shot him twice through before he died. That in November 1620, a Dutch ship was taken by the Bandanese off Pooloroon, in which were letters from the Dutch General to the Dutch in Pooloway and Neira, which letters came to the hands of Mr. Hayes, captain of the English at Pooloroon, who broke them open, the effect being that, howsoever there was a peace concluded in England, they should use all means to engross all the spice they could before the arrival of the English fleet, as well what belonged to the English as to themselves. That 54 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1622. when the Dutch subdued Lantar, they forced the islanders to deliver up the principal of their children prisoners, slew many of the Bandanese, and carried off all the ships and boats, and 1,200 prisoners (mostly women and children), to Jacatra. That after the Dutch had sacked Lantar and committed these outrages they pre¬ sently published the accord between the Companies with great solemnity in Neira Road, and then released him. That Lantar com¬ monly yields 800 or 1,000 tons of nutmegs and mace yearly, besides some cloves, and when subdued by the Dutch had 800 tons of spice upon it; but what was upon Pooloroon when it was sub¬ dued, or what its fruitfulness, he cannot declare. Aug. 14.—Deposition of Abraham Woofe, of London, silk throwster. [To some of the articles his answers are similar to Randall’s.] That in 1618 he came to Pooloroon in the Francis as purser, but forsook her and stayed at Pooloroon as a soldier, where he saw in Mr. Hayes’ (an English merchant) house writings, whereby it appeared that Pooloroon was surrendered to the English in 1616. That he has heard that Lantar was firmly surrendered to the English in Nov. 1620, and knows that at that time there were ordnance sent to the people of Lantar from Pooloroon by the English (as was said) in lieu of the said surrender. That he was one of the English living with Mr. Randall. Gives an account of the attack upon their house by 80 Japanese soldiers in the Dutch service. Believes that the Dutch made signs to the Japanese to kill them all, which, however, they understood differently. Account of their ill-treatment; were most grievously beaten, and kept 24 hours in irons and 18 days between decks, until the arrival of Capt. Fitzlierbert in the Royal Exchange, when they were released. Particulars of the English goods taken by the Dutch. Cannot depose to the sixth, seventh, and eighth articles. Courthope was slain by the Dutch on the 26th Oct. 1620. That after the Dutch at Pooloway and Neira had news of the publication of the agreement at Bantam they endeavoured to buy all the spices in Lantar and Pooloroon, and when the people refused, in regard they had before covenanted with the English, took same violently from them. Cannot depose to the lltli article. That at the time of its surprisal Lantar had upon it at least 700 tons of mace and nutmegs. See Capt. Fitzlierbert’s letter, March 27, 1621, No. 997 in previous vol. of Calendar. [Holland Correspondence .] Aug. 13. 126 . Richard Fursland, Thomas Brockedon, and Aug. Spalding Batavia. to the East India Company. In reference to the sum of 2,300 ryals advanced to Welden at Banda, for which they have given bills at 12^ per cent, interest on the Company, and request they may be honoured and charged to the factory account. [Three quarters of a page. O.C., Vol. IX., Xo. 1068.] Aug. 14. 127 . Carleton to Sec. Calvert. The States Ambassadors have The Hague, advertised hither the stop in their treaty in general terms only, referring themselves for particularities to their letters to the Prince of Orange and the States Deputies at the camp, what is done here in his Excellency’s absence being only pro forma. His Excellency has advised the seventeen directors of this East India Company now EAST INDIES. 55 1622. assembled at Amsterdam to enlarge the commission of their deputies in England, in that sort that they may end that long business when the Ambassadors return, for which (they say) the 24th inst. is appointed ; for howsoever the matter may be handled by the Ambassadors and merchants, at which he plainly sees what reason the Lords have to take just exceptions, he knows that the purpose of his Excellency and the States is that they should submit to reason, of which the treaty should be the rule. But the treaty may be wrested divers ways by interpretation, and when they meet with difficulties they advertise hither that there is no intention in the Lords, who have the chief sway in the business, to come to a conclusion, and impute the delays, which they much complain of, to a mixture of matters of State with matters of merchandise, so that one of the chief here spared not to say “ that till H.M. knew what will become of Lord Digby’s treaty in Spain they should not see an end of theirs in England.” Their merchants, when pressed by the States (as they often are), profess to be ready to accomplish what is required by the treaty, but if more be required they leave it to the States to perform, who, looking into their purses, and finding in what state they are deeply indebted and overcharged with the cost of the war, they are amazed and confounded, and like to be lost in the labyrinth unless his Majesty furnish them a thread; for most other trades failing, this of the East Indies employs their shipping and mariners, and brings a competent profit to this State. Upon the re-establishing of this Company (whose octroy is within few months of expiration) depends the proceeding of the West India Company, and thereupon (as the enemy is now yearly and quietly supplied with money from thence) a matter of further consequence to the preservation of this State. [Extract from Holland Gorresp .] Aug. 15. 128 . Sir Edward Conway to Carleton. Wishes the States Windsor. Ambassadors would find a means to give an end to the East India disputes, which nourish much ill-blood. Since the treaty has been wholly broken off he has employed his weak force (not without hope) to renew it, though this be a dead time, when all the Lords are dispersed. [. Extract from Holland Gorresp .] Aug. 20. 129 . John Hitchens to (the East India Company). Stores Batavia. wanting for supply of the factory of Jacatra. Endorsed, “Received by the Lesser James.” [One page. O.G., Vol. IX., No. 1069.] 130 . John Hitchens to the East India Company. Copy of pre¬ ceding, with additional list of stores wanted for supply of the factory at Jacatra, which includes flesh, beer, wine, cider, butter, vinegar, cheese, capers, olives, samphire, copperas for ink, gum, quills, gall, Ac. [Twopages. O.C., Vol. IX., Xo. 1077 + 1.] Aug. 2 _o. -^21. (Sir Tlios. Roe) to Sir Edward Herbert, his Majesty’s Constantinople. Resident in France. The Persian hath undertaken unfortunately a war with the Mogul for Candahar, and, as Roe hears, lost his army in a great battle, but with the assistance of the English ships has recovered from the Portugals all their footing upon the Main, in the Gulf, and besieged Ormuz, with great hope of carrying it before this Aug. 20. Batavia. 5(5 COLONIAL TAPERS. 1022. time, which, if the Portugals lose, they have lost the best flower of India. [. Extract from French Corresp .] Aug. 22. 132 . Sir Henry Wotton, the English Ambassador, to Sec. Calvert. Venice. It is said that seven English ships have assisted the Persians to take Ormuz, which was a necessary staple of the Portugals to inter¬ mediate their trade in the East Indies, whereupon are grown two opinions, one that it will break, and the other that it will facilitate the present treaties with Spain. P.S.—They have this addition to the above intelligence ; that the castle yet held out, but could not long, for want of water, which particularly doth win some credit to the rest. [ Extract from Venice Corresp .] Aug. 22. 133. Carleton to Sec. Calvert. The States, desirous of bringing The Hague, their East India Company to reason in the treaty they have in hand now in England, have employed two of their body, Gogh, of Guel- derland (one of the framers of the treaty) and Joachimi, of Zealand, first, to the camp to his Excellency and thence to the 17 directors at Amsterdam, from whence they are newly returned, but knows not what they bring. [Extract from Holland Corresp.'] Aug. 22. 134 . (Thomas Bright ?) to Andrew Ellam. Account of the Jacatra. voyage of the Trial after leaving the Cape the 19th of March. On May 25, through carelessness, they struck upon the rocks, 300 miles from the Straits of Sunda ; the hold was full of water in an instant; Broock, the master, got out the skiff, provisioned it, chose his crew, to the number of nine, out of Iris “ fellows and consorts,” promised to take him and Jackson on board, “ but like a Judas ” slipped away privately without them, leaving 128 souls to God’s mercy, whereof 3G got off in the long boat, and the ship suddenly broke up before they had got a quarter of a mile. Details their adventures and privations, discovery of certain islands, and safe arrival two days after Broock. Serious charges against Broock; he has given no account of the Company’s moneys, spangles, and letters, which the writer saw put into the skiff, but admits that he threw overboard some of the letters, after having read them, because they were wet, but as the writer thinks, because “ they would have done him no good ” if he had honestly delivered them. He made plots against Jackson and Ellam, which were supported by the false swearing of his “ consorts ” “ and many more gross villanies.” The death of so many witnesses renders it difficult to prove anything. Hopes he may never “ go to sea with him or the like.” He and Jackson were much persecuted and injured for opposing his dis¬ honesty. Kempe and Danby have proved very dishonest in assisting Broock; begs for assistance in recovering his debt from Jackson’s adventure in the second joint stock, to help him in his “poor and distressed estate.” [ Four pages. O.C., Vol. IX. No. 1070.] A ug. 23. 135 . Sir Henry Wotton to Carleton. From Aleppo both our Sept. 2. merchants and Italians agree in a piece of news which subjecteth [Venice.] us to some clamour. The news is the same as in the above letter, No. 132. [ Holland, Corresp .] EAST INDIES. 57 1622. Aug. 24. 136 . Commission to Sir Wm, Haydon and Chas. Glenham to make a voyage with two ships to the territories of the Great Mogul and other Princes, between the Cape of Good Hope and the Straits of Le Maire; to satisfy the Mogul with “ some choice arts and rarities,” and to put their works and inventions in use in those climates. [ Docqwet. Domestic Jac. I., Gal., p. 442. See also Grant Bh, pp. 352, 362, Domestic Jac. I.] Aug. 24. 137 . Peter Bell, purser, to the East India Company. 'At his first On board the entertainment lie seemed like a ragged colt, unfit for any employ- Bantam^Koad men ^ but has now succeeded Richard Eman, purser of the Ruby, deceased, by Captain Fitzherbert’s appointment. Found the books very backward, and had great difficulty in getting them straight; many things not entered. Complains of the injuries they daily suffer in these parts through the insolencies of the Dutch. In case of abuses, the English must wait for redress from England, whilst they demand it at once, “ nay, it is almost come to such a pass, that if they say it is a fault, we must not deny it.” Can say a little about the Moluccas, for the ship rode there for 12 months as a ship of war. At their first arrival there, on 31 May 1621, Malaya was the chief rendezvous, and Governor Derickson-Lam, the Dutch Governor treated them with all love and respect; but his successor, Frederick Houtman, (who, he thinks, “ hath vowed himself an enemy to all your worship’s affairs in these parts,”)—his coming verified the old English proverb, New lords, new laws—as soon as the fleets were gone for Batavia began to show his power and malice. He ordered that the English should be turned out of the forts, saying, they were bound by treaty to secure their goods, yet they were no way tied to secure the persons of the English. He would not suffer them to build, and pulled down what Mr. Holman had begun at Gnoffiquia, pretending he must build there “ a redout, which I think will be done when I am Lord Mayor of London.” These affronts can be for no other cause than to bring us into disgrace with the country people. If the trade were profitable, “ this were somewhat tolerable; ” but, as the Dutch pay for everything in commodities, and the English pay their “ thirds in ready money,” a man may boldly say it defrays the whole charge. All the Dutch build goes under the name of fortification. All their soldiers are paid their wages in linen cloth and stuffs at an unreasonable rate,- except four months which they term their good months. There is no reason why the English should not pay their thirds in like kind with the Dutch, and till it be thus, he thinks their third of charges will so far exceed their third of profits, as that they will soon grow weary of the Molucca commodities. This they do by virtue of - the 23rd Article made at Jacatra by the Council of both Companies, which is quoted. What is the Com¬ pany’s third of the yearly charge in the Moluccas he is not privy to, but lie knows their third of cloves is but 19 Baharrs, 31 catties, at 600/. the Baharr. Has sent, by President Fursland’s orders, the original wills of such men as have made any since the ship came out, also the accounts of those who have died since the 3rd January; all 58 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1022. Aug. 25. Batavia. Aug. 20. Aug. 20. Batavia. others, together with balance of Richard Eman’s books, he has already- sent to the President. [ Endorsed , “Received the 18 June 1023, by the Lesser James.” Five 'pages. O.G., Vol. IX., Xo. 1071.] 138 . John Broock, late master of the Trial, to the East India Company, at Crosby House, London. Met at the Cape of Good Hope with the Charles, Capt. John Bickell, and would fain have had one of his master’s mates, as neither himself, nor any of his mates had ever been the dangerous course from the Cape to Jacatra, but not one would go without increase of wages. Describes the ship’s course until the 25th of May, when, at 11 p.m., she struck upon some sharp sunken rocks, for the most part two fathoms under water. The men were struck in a maze, for they could see neither breach, land, rocks, nor sign of danger. Before she struck a second time, the Avind began suddenly to fresh and blow; by two o’clock he had got out the long boat and skiff, and seeing the ship full of water, and the wind to increase, he made all the means he could to save his life, and as many of his companions as he could. He put the Company’s money, gold, spangles, and letters, with his own money and commission and letters, in the long boat, and sent them by John Nor den, Will. Hicca, and John Willoughby, but the men being in dissension would not suffer the boat to be lowered into the water, nor the things to be put into the boat, but what one put in, the other threw overboard, so that none were saved. His people crying out of the skiff to come in and save his life, the ship beginning to open, he ran down by a rope over the people into the skiff, which he had near broken, and they put off at four in the morning. Half an hour after the ship fell in pieces ; 10 men were saved in the skiff, and 36 in the long boat, in all 46 men and boys out of 139 were saved, whose names are all given. He came away with his boat for the Straits, and fell in with the east end of Java, 8th of June, at Bantam the 21st, and Jacatra the 25th. They had so much rain and sea that their boat Avas ahvays half full of water, and their distress Avas great, as the President and his Council, having examined himself and all his people that were saved, were truly informed. This island lieth false in longitude 200 leagues, as he has found by woeful experience, as also these sunken rocks, as by his draught Avill appear. Narrow escape of a Dutch ship in the same place, which rode three days at the mercy of God. Capt. Fitzherbert missed this danger narroAvly. “ Always in that course experience of variation is the greatest help to any man.” \Three pages. O.C., Vol. IX., Xo. 1072.] 139 . Richard Fursland to the East India Company. At the request of Wm. Hawkeridge, he certifies that no demand has yet been made for restitution of the money taken out of a China junk by the Supply the master and company of which are suitors that the Company Avill deal favourably Avitli them. About a Bezoar stone, sent home for a debt due to him from Edward [? George, so endorsed ] Pike. [One page. O.C., Vol. IX., Xo. 1075.] 140 . Thomas Brockedon to the East India Company. Asks leave to return home, though his covenants are not yet expired, for he EAST INDIES. 59 1622. can live no longer under the insolence of the Dutch. Thinks it his duty to declare some of their principal abuses which tend to the ruin of our trade, and the dishonour of our nation, the two points they chiefly aim at. The Dutch, so far from making any restitution, pretend money to be due to them for part of the excessive charges of their Fort Batavia, &c., and the full number of ships of defence according to contract, which charges grow to an incredible sum. As to their glorious pretence of future benefit by their war with Bantam, and building their Fort Batavia to curb the Pengran, “ the contrary is most apparent.” Peace with Bantam might have brought down the price of pepper; now they are never like to get trade as long as the Pengran lives. With all their boasting of besieging Bantam, the Dutch cannot hinder the people from fishing or from planting rice, the food they desire, so they will not easily be brought to any reasonable conditions of peace, the Pengran refusing absolutely to speak with the Dutch or themselves. They require from the English one third of the expenses of the taking of Banda, but have taken to themselves all the spices found upon the island, and sold the slaves to their own benefit. The English have failed to furnish proper number of ships of defence, but the Dutch enjoy two thirds of the trade in the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda, and use all indirect means to exclude them from Ligor, under pretext of a contract long since made with the King. The Fort of Batavia, in all men’s judgments, will not be finished in 20 years ; the monthly charges are incredible. Sends an abstract of the charges of the garrison and fortification of Neira and other places in Banda, which shows the strange exactions of the Dutch. They exact excise for the arrack our people drink, and they may not “ kill a wild hog, or gather a cocoa-nut in the wood without leave,” and paying the value thereof. “We do more than pay the whole charge in Banda,” and there is little hope that Amboyna and the Moluccas will prove better. They receive nothing but taunts and disgraceful speeches on their complaints for redress. “ Our trade in this place is not worth the name. * * No man dare buy or sell with us.” In the Council of Defence, the Dutch General continually presides, and whatever he propounds is content to hear our opinions, but concludes what he pleaseth, so that we rather retain the shadow than substance of a Council of Defence. Whatever our ships do at sea is called in question, and we must appear at their citation in company with the blacks, who they believe on their bare affirmation, having a company of ignorant fellows in their council, who do nothing but by the General’s appointment. The Chinas report publicly “ they can have justice against an Englishman, but not against a Hollander.” Other in¬ sufferable proceedings of the Dutch, which “ work our disgrace in all places.” The English watch taken by the Dutch watch and im¬ prisoned for eight days, and threatened with torture, that they might make confessions against the President. They are for¬ bidden to keep any soldiers or court of guard in their house, or beat any drum, or shoot off at discharging the watch. Would be content rather to live under any heathen prince than under those that under colour of friendship do us what mischief and disgrace they may. 60 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1G22. Aug. 2G. Sept. 5. Batavia. Aug. 27. Batavia. Aug. 27. Batavia. [Endorsed, “Received by the Lesser James, 18 June 1623.” Five pages. O.C. Vol. IX., No. 1073.. 141 . Protest of General Coen and Council against President Richard Fursland, Thomas Brockedon, and Augustine Spalding. That he has demanded payment of the contingent of English Company’s charges for Bantam from the time of the joint agreement of the two Companies, which have been expended for the good of both, by the common resolution of the Council of Defence, and that he holds the English Company responsible for all losses, interests, and other inconveniences which the Dutch Com¬ pany has suffered or may suffer through the nonpayment of said charges. Dutch. Endorsed, “ Rec. by the Lesser James, 18 June.” [Three pages. O.G., Vol. IX., Xo. 1111.] 142. Commission from President Richard Fursland and the Council of Defence to John Roberts, master of the Lesser James, of 450 tons, bound for England. To show the respect to William Hawkeridge who goes passenger in the ship, befitting a man of his rank; to keep company with the Dutch ship Lioness. His principal care to be that public prayers be made devoutly to God every day in his ship, both morning and evening, by reading some part of God’s Holy Word and singing of psalms, that they may, “ with more assurance and comfort, expect God’s blessing upon the voyage.” Blasphemy, drunkenness, swearing, fighting, quarrelling, and all other vices to “ be severely punished,” and no dicing nor any other un¬ lawful games admitted; the ship to be kept sweet and clean, and everything avoided that may breed sickness and noisome disease. To search for letters at Saldanha Bay, and leave behind in writing an account of the voyage, and to take heed of the savages, for of late they have surprised both our people and the Dutch as they were fishing on the river, and murdered them ; to require to be furnished with men and victuals, if necessary, from outward-bound English ships. Himself, W. Hawkeridge, Henry Bate, the purser and chief, appointed his council; to beware of pirates ; in case of death or other¬ wise Hawkeridge to succeed to the command. To show all favour and courtesy to the Dutch and help them in need, and to take charge of Anthony Wallis and William Bennett, sent over “to answer for their consuming of the Company’s means,” and deliver them as prisoners into the hands of the Company. [Four pages. O.G, Vol. IX., Xo. 1074.] 143 . President Richard Fursland, Thomas Brockedon, and Aug. Spaldinge to the East India Company. Refer to their last of lGtli March, [see ante, Xo. 54]. On 25 May last the long expected ship, the Trial, was cast away upon an unknown shoal of rocks lying in latitude 22, some 238 leagues from Java, with an easy gale and lair weather; she bilged and was instantly full of water, whereupon the master, John Broock, got into the skiff with eight men and a boy, his son, and left the ship; the long boat some two hours after, with 3G men, got also from the ship, and both arrived here,—the skiff the 25 June, the long boat on 28 June ; the rest of the men, near 100, EAST INDIES. 61 1622. perished with the ship and all that was in her, including the Company’s letters. Refer to Brooch’s letter for a more particular relation. This disastrous affair could not have befallen their affairs in a worse time, being in extreme want of all things. Cannot but wonder the Company so far forget the state of their affairs in these parts as to have sent no supplies in this ship; money and victuals is the main life of their affairs, without which all will be brought to a confusion. The rash and indiscreet proceedings of the commander of the fleet sent for Persia who, contrary to order, have contracted with the King to war with the Portugal, and have only the warrant of a subject for the performance of the agreement. Send copy of the articles by this conveyance. These rash proceedings have caused them to lose a whole year’s trade at Aclieen for want of a ship to send there. Blame the factors at Surat for diverting the cargo for Sumatra for fear of the Dutch. False and indirect proceedings of the Dutch. Find the exactions so intollerable at Atnboyna and Banda that if they be suffered to proceed our masters shall in short time pay the whole charges of those places, and they will reap the profit of all the fruits for nothing. They make from three to five to one profit, paying their soldiers in commodities. Do not wonder that the Dutch are so profuse in all their expenses, for the more they spend the greater is their profit by receiving our ready money for them. They have compelled the English to pay for a rotten and unserviceable galley and to submit to many other abuses, In Amboyna they are forced to pay a third of the charges of an armada, yet the Dutch retain all that is gotten thereby, alleging it belongeth to their sovereignty; and exact taxes of tenths upon all fruits and cattle with “ accises ” upon all meat, drink, and fishing which amount to a great sum yearly, which they keep wholly to them¬ selves. No hope to obtain remedy here, it must be procured from the Company in Holland. About leaving the English fort at Neylacca. More deceitful practices of the Dutch ; they have sent in a scroll of charges concerning the besieging of Bantam and scouring the coast of their sovereignty. Particulars of the charge which must be disallowed. The number of ships and men employed with the General to Banda, “ that your worships may take notice what force they used to thrust you out of your right in those places which they conquered.” The Ehitch make account you should contribute to the charges of Batavia where they spend 45,000 ryals a month, which they will continue to do many months before their fort be finished. Two such impartial haters of the English as General Coen and Peter de Carpentier are, the world cannot match. The Dutch will challenge a part of the charges of their Macao fleet, if they get nothing, but all the gain shall be theirs, and they are not ashamed to say so. The wrongs of the Dutch are so gross that we cannot endure them ; they judge us for matters done upon the sea as well as upon land; it is high time we were freed from being under their power; every black upon his own accusation may have sentence against us; we are no better thought of by the Dutch than if we were villains and traitors unto their kingdom (as they term it), but no wonder seeing there is “neither faith, religion, nor honesty left in them.” The James and White Bear arrived in May last from Jambi, having met 62 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1622. a China junk in the Straits of Banca, which had our pass, and made prize of her by Robt. Johnson’s order. Condemn Johnson and give particulars of the capture. The Dutch make a great matter of this, and have called us before their court, though they did the same last year. Without her goods they would not have had one ryal left “ so poor and miserable is our present state.” They have borrowed “ flesh ” from the Dutch for provisioning this ship. Cargo of the James, John Roberts master, chiefly mace, nuts, pepper, diamonds, bezoars, and ambergris. The Dutch have raised the price of pepper and it is very dear. Account of the state of all the factories under their authority. Advice from Japan that after much trouble, and payment of one sixteenth part of the goods, the Manilla fleet has proceeded on their second voyage; much disorder among our people, yet some have been hanged as they well de¬ served. Have given orders to Ric. Cocks and others of the factory in Japan to come away in the fleet and leave John Osterwick and two others there. Have not thought it fit wholly to remove from thence until they see what the next year’s business may require. To Siam they have sent the Fortune with a small cargo which the factors there are to make sale of, and all come away in the ship, first taking leave of the King and delivering over their house until their return. Have given express orders to all the factors at Patani to come away in the same ship. Have sent back Robert Johnson to Jambi to recover the great number of debts outstanding there. Are obliged to trust as well as the Dutch, or must sit still and get no pepper. In Jambi and all other places all scorn and abuse us because they daily see how the Dutch domineer over us, “ that it is almost impossible to repair the honour of our nation.” They can do little at Jambi until they receive means from home. Have given orders to dissolve the factory at Indraghiri. Know not whether their people will come from Acheen or stay but cannot expect any good news from thence. 200 tons of pepper lying at Acheen there and no ship to fetch it. The spangles lost in the Trial “ would have been well accepted by the King.” They have sent the Unity with a small cargo and 20,000 ryals to Pulicat and Masulipatam, but the factories there require much more. Wrongs inflicted by the Dutch at Pulicat, for which they can get no remedy here. It were good you had never anything to do with them. A small matter sent to Masulipatam, so cannot expect much from thence this year. The charges at the eastern factories of the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda excessive, not less than 20,000 ryals yearly. At Banda Richard Welden, at one drunken meeting, “shot away 22 barrells of powder and 150 Rs. in shot.” In other factories they expect also to find wasteful expenses, which in due time shall be reformed. It were good to make an agreement with the Dutch to have a third of the spices and keep no factories in those places. What those factories yielded in spices last year. Can expect nothing from them next year, for the capital sent will but pay the charges of the factories, so the Dutch will get all the trade. The capitals needful to be sent yearly are by calculation, for Banda 34,000 ryals, for Amboyna 60,000 ryals, and for the Moluccas 60,000 ryals. At Macassar and Japara the eastward-bound EAST INDIES. 63 1622. ships are provided with rice, arrack, and boards, though “ not without extraordinary charge of presents and other exactions.” William Bennett, factor at Japara, hath not brought his account; “ it appears he spent his time wholly in drunkenness and other lewdness which attends that beast-like vice.” He is sent home, “ to be rewarded according to his deserts.” News from John Edwards, arrived from Succadana, of the death of Edward Pike by an unfortunate accident; account of his estate, from which money is due to Thomas Staverton. The debts at Succadana doubtful, on account of the war; the Dutch factors have come away from thence. “ Batavia, the last and worst of all the factories,” yields no profit at all. Trade in the hands of the Dutch, and no one dares to buy of the English. Cannot set down a lower proportion than 400,000 ryals of eight for the yearly supply of their factories, except pepper be cheaper and they have equal benefit with the Dutch of paying the soldiers in commodities. Ten ships must be furnished for the fleets of defence. Fear the Manilla and Goa fleets must be given over for want of supplies. To the former they have given an absolute order to return, but the Goa fleet they wish to keep on for another year, to prevent the carracks and galleons from returning to Portugal, and to avoid giving occasion of protest to the Dutch. Have written to the President at Surat and Captain Fitzherbert how needful it is to follow the exploit, but have cause to doubt nothing will be performed. Particulars of all the Company’s ships, and where employed. Eight ships and a pinnace in the Manilla and Goa fleets. The Unity shortly expected from Masulipatam, the Globe from Amboyna with a rich cargo of cloves ; and the Ruby from the Moluccas. The Clove and Supply, here in the road, so rotten they cannot be repaired. The White Bear and Bee in Jambi river and the Fortune at Siam. The English murmur at three meals of fresh meat a week. The Dutch have been content with rice alone for a year together, but if the English were put on such allowance they would “ turn rogues (as many of them are never better) to betray your ships before they would endure it.” Their trade in hazard of utter ruin for want of necessaries. Are in need of everything but great cables, as they have before advised. If not supplied before this reaches home, “ will be in such desperate case as no supply can help us.” Particulars of stores wanted, especially tiles (150,000) to cover houses and for pavement. Have given bills of exchange, payable in London or Holland, to two Dutchmen. Think now that a better course from the Cape than Capt. Fitzherbert’s might be set down, for some of the Dutch ships have narrowly escaped “ the south main continent.” Recommend draught of a chart by Mr. Broock, whom they find “ a sufficient man for charge, and of good government.” William Hawkeridge’s ship past service, and no other employment for him. He is sent home with high commen¬ dations, and to succeed John Roberts in command in case of mortality. John Wood, formerly master of the James, made ship’s carpenter. If he returns to his old courses of drunkenness he will be sent home. Henry Bate and George Pettus, whose time has expired, sent home ; also William Bennett as a prisoner. About Joseph Mills, late master’s mate in John Wedell’s fleet. Wills, inventories, and accounts of John Smelt, deceased in Jambi, John COLONIAL PAPERS. 64 1G22. Davies, and all other dead men ; also copies of letters and abstracts of stock remaining in the factories are also sent. Have spice and pepper enough to lade a ship of 800 tons. The Dutch General flatly refuses to trust them in negociations with the Pengran and Materam. Are verily persuaded they might get trade at Bantam. The Ruby arrived from the Moluccas with a small quantity of cloves, a miserable return for such a charge. Death of William Nicolls, the chief factor there. Anthony Wallis, factor at Motir, sent home a prisoner, having wasted 800 ryals ; this John Gonning writes of him. The want of good factors causes great losses. In want of paper, books, pens, ink, an accountant, and a secretary perfect in the Netherlands language. The James and a Dutch ship to keep in company, for fear of pirates. The Ruby took a frigate from the Manillas, in the Moluccas, but the men ran ashore with the principal riches. From letters found aboard it seems the Spaniards and Portuguese have suffered terrible losses, which it is hoped will soon weary out those people of all trade, especially if the Goa fleet have good success against them. The conduct of Hawkeridge referred to the Company. The state of affairs in Masulipatam and Pulicat related in Thos. Mills’ letters. The Dutch have taken “ rich purchase ” from the Portuguese, but flatly deny the English any share. The Company’s servants at Agra and Amadavas (Ahmedabad ?) have been imprisoned, and their goods embargoed, and only through great bribes were they released, all through the robberies of the Dutch on these people. It is intended to seize the Judda junks as compensa¬ tion. The President writes that from Ormuz is come most certain news that both town and castle are surprised, the galleons being first purposely sunk by the Portugals themselves, who, till the force of a powder mine sent a breach in their walls, behaved themselves valiantly. Desire of the Great Naige for trade with the English. The Danes trade under the name of the English, and are marvel¬ lously Avell used. A town has been given them and a place to build a castle, which is finished, and has mounted 30 pieces of ordnance. If the Company may have possession of Ormuz, and will send means to maintain it, they have gotten the key of all India, which will “ be a bridle to our faithless neighbours the Dutch, and keep all Moors in awe of us.” The Dutch General has protested against them for refusing to make a final conclusion in the matter of restitution, and for not paying a share of the expenses of the siege of Bantam . (See No. 141.) Send copies of the Dutch protest, with their answer and contra protest. Endorsed, “ Received by the Lesser James the 18 June 1G23.” [Twenty-two pages and a half. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 107G.] Aug. 27. 144 . President Richard Fursland to the East India Company Batavia. A summary of the last. [Endorsed, “ Another letter of the same date is much larger than this; read it and pass over this. This came by the Dutch ship the Lioness, in company with the Lesser James.” Six pages. O.G., Vol. IX., Xo. 1077.] Au g. 2 7. 145 . Abstract of news from Jacatra, by the Lioness. The Dutch Bept. G. fleets of this year and last arrived at Jacatra. The English ship Trial cast away on the land of Unity, southward of Java, wherein EAST INDIES. G5 1622. perished 97 souls, and all things else lost. The Sampson and Weesp [? Wasp] have arrived at Jacatra from Surat with indigo and cloth. Sixteen ships, under Cornelius Reyerssen, with 1,300 men and pro¬ visions for 18 months, gone to obtain trade on the coast of China. Banda absolutely at peace ; has 2,500 souls “ of ours,” yet in want of more people. 6,000 piculs of pepper arrived from Jambi for each Company. Succadana taken and ransacked .by those of Matarara, and then abandoned. The Unity, going from Banda to Amboyna, split in pieces on the cliffs of Amboyna, with a loss of 43 souls; 43 persons were saved, and there is hope of recovering the ordnance. The Moon and Hound going towards Cape Spirito Santo to attend upon the silver ships of New Spain, and from thence to the Manillas, and so to China. Bantam seems to incline to peace out of fear that they, with the Matarines, should beleaguer it. The fleet of defence of 10 ships lies before the Manillas. In the town is extraordinary great dearth, and some natives in the Philippines rebel against the Spaniards. Jacatra abounds in victuals. The ship Peace arrived at Jacatra. The English and Persians said to have taken the town and castle of Ormuz, but the Portugals sunk the five galleons before the English came. The English have 4,000 packs of indigo and cloths lying ready at Surat. Reports from the Coromandel coast that at Surat and Arabia the Dutch are arrested for taking the ships of Dabul. [Extract from Holland Corresp.] Sept. 7. 146. Richard Cocks to Sir Thomas Smythe, Governor, and the Firando. Committees of the East India Company. Refers to his last letter of 30 Sept. 1621 (see No. 1112, previous volume of Calendar). Ten ships of the Manilla fleet, five English and five Dutch, safely returned to Firando, having made a far richer voyage than last year. Has received instructions from Fursland to leave off our consortship of the fleet of defence with the Hollanders, and to send our five ships to Jacatra, the Palsgrave and Moon to take in their lading of pepper at Jambi, the Peppercorn to stay on the coast of China, and the Elizabeth and Bull to come direct to Jacatra; and bring away all left in Japan, leaving John Osterwick with two assistants and a cargo of 5,000 taies. The Hollanders this year made an attack on Amacao (Macao) with 14 or 15 ships, but were repulsed with a loss of from 300 to 500 men, and four ships burnt; the King of China having at length allowed the Portuguese to fortify the place, and ordered the Viceroy of Canton to assist them with 100,000 men, if necessary, against the Hollanders They are now fortified near to Isla Formosa, called the Isla de Piscadores, where they report a very good harbour, and give themselves out to be English, only to bring our nation in disgrace with the Chinese ; but this contradicted by our China friends in Japan. Is afraid that their attempt against Macao will cause both their nations to be driven our of Japan, for it has overthrown the China trade in these parts, yet our China friends say we may have trade into China if we will; the wars of the Tartar and the death of three kings of China in one or two years the cause we have not entered before now ; the Hollanders will never be suffered to enter on any con¬ ditions whatsoever. Went with Osterwick and two of the Dutch E 66 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1622. Sept. 9. Jambi. Sept. 11. factors to Yedo, with presents for the Emperor, but after being detained three months they met the King of Firando, from whom they had many fair promises, yet now order is come that the Emperor will have all the goods of the prize frigate for himself, and they were constrained to deliver them “ will we or nill we.” Two friars who came in the frigate from Manilla, and 12 other Spanish and Portuguese friars, have been roasted to death at Nan- gasaki; and the captain, a Japanese, and 112 other Japanese men, women, and children have been put to death by fire and sword for harbouring them. Also some friars who arrived at Shasma from Caggalion, in the Manillas, under the guise of merchants, were found out and sent prisoners to Nangasaki, where it is thought they will be roasted to death; whilst the Chinese are in danger of losing their lives, and the goods seized upon of Andrea Dittis, the China captain (our friend). Some Spaniards and Portuguese are imprisoned, condemned, and all their goods confiscated for attempt¬ ing to carry off’ one of the friars “ which was roasted; ” and two Japons (in the Hollanders’ service) with their wives and children executed. “ This Emperor f^hongo Same being such a mortal enemy to the name of a Christian, especially of Papistical Chris¬ tians.” When at the Emperor’s court at Yedo he was often asked whether the English were Christians, and explained the difference between the English and the Spaniard’s religion, “which seemed in some sort to give them content.” Has stood out long for the prize goods of the frigate, but that would not serve the Tono or Chief Justice of Firando, who threatened to put Capt. Leonard Camps and himself to death, and the seizure of all his goods; and in case of resistance to have burned all our shipping and put us all to the sword. “ God send us well out of Japan, for I doubt it will be every day worse than other. * * * And so let this suffice for the present state of Japan.” Particulars of sales of goods and stock. The Hollanders sent a ship from Jacatra by Siam to Japan, with goods, which captured three rich Portugal frigates bound from Macao to Malacca or Goa. This letter was sent in the Dutch ship Trow, but being forced back by stormy weather is now sent by the Bull. Continued, see No. 175. [Four 'pages and a half. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1078.] 147 . Robert Johnson and Marmaduke Stevinton to Edward Harvey, chief at Indraghiri. Are sorry to hear of the great loss by untimely fire by villainous people; they must have patience till they can avenge it. Wish he had sent particulars of the losses ; are persuaded that pepper will not burn, and hope the cloth was re¬ moved in time. He is to come away at once if possible. He must take care that the pepper and 600 ryals which he proposes to capture do not belong to friends. [ One page. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1079.] 148 . Locke to Carleton. The States have done little or nothing since his last, the English Commissioners having failed to meet them several times. The East India merchants not the only men that complain. [. Extract Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXXXIII., No. 12, Cal., p. 446.] EAST INDIES. 67 1622. Sept. 14. The Hague. Sept. ? Sept. 16. Theobalds. Sept. 20. Batavia. 149 . Carleton to Sec. Calvert. A small fleet now going out from Amsterdam of ten ships, under one Hermite, admiral, who has heretofore traded into the East Indies. He has 1,500 men, and victuals for sixteen months. All that is known of the voyage is that it is westward, and in all appearance by the proportion of victuals as far as the Indies, though the voice goeth most for Momorra (?) in assistance of the Moors against the Spaniards. The Ambassadors in England have written hither very comfortable letters, of a good inclination in the King to set a final end to their long differences, which must be only done by his authority. [Ex¬ tract f rom Holland Gorresp.] 150 . Order of his Majesty concerning the islands of Pooloroon and Lantar. The question being debated at large by the Com¬ missioners on both sides on the 13th present, the King ordered, at Theobalds, on the 15th, in presence of the Commissioners, that the former agreement for Pooloroon should hold good, the island having been surrendered to the King of Great Britain in 1616 by a solemn deed, according to the custom of the country; and that henceforth in Lantar there should be a friendly union between the English and Dutch East India Companies, and that the natives be again brought back and replanted upon the island, to which the States Commissioners readily assented, and “the business touching those two islands was thus settled.” [Four pages. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 21.] 151 . Sec. Calvert to Carleton. Yesterday was debated before the King the possession of the Island of Lantar, taken by the English since the making, but before the publication, of the treaty. It was accommodated to the contentment of the Hollanders, that the fort shall be demolished, the place remain as it was, and the trade be common to both, according to the proportion limited in the treaty; that is, one part to us and two parts to them. They acquainted the King with their resolution for setting forward the West Indian Company, and offered to receive the English into the association. [Extract from Holland Gorresp .] 152 . Answer of Richard Fursland, President, and the Council, to John Peterson Coen, General of the Netherlands Company, and his Council. About the taking of the goods of a China junk, in the Straits of Banca, which was done without their orders, but being taken they think it right to keep them, as the Dutch did those taken by the Gallias last year out of a China junk, and as a set off against the robbery of the Unicorn, and debts owing by the Chinese. Some of the delinquents will be sent home to be judged by the Company. “ Rejoinder to the Duplique of the Fiscal.” It is out of their “ elements to deal with fiscals,” for, “ as it is a craven cock that cannot crow upon his own dunghill, so he is no true fiscal that cannot prate for his wages, and sustain any matter (though never so false) without blushing, if it make for his advantage ; ” but they will “ answer briefly that rabble of suborned stuff' inserted by him.” Here follows “ a brief declaration E 2 68 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1G22. of the circumstances in taking the China junk in the Straits of Banca, drawn up from our people’s examinations upon their oaths.” That the English hoarded her with drawn swords in the night, and more than 100 Chinese leaped overboard and some were drowned, “is one of the grossest lies of all the rest.” Narrative of the facts as they really happened (see ante, No. 124). Think the matter according to the last article of the accord ought to be settled by the Companies at home. “ Answer to the triplique of the advocate fiscal, concerning the taking of the China junk, deli¬ vered over in the Fort Batavia, 10 Oct. 1022.” A further statement, signed by Tho. Brockedon, Aug. Spaldinge, and Will. Methwold, was delivered to the Dutch General in the fort of Batavia, 7 Nov. 1622. [Ten pages and a half. O.O., Vol. IX., No. 1080.] Sept. 21. 153. The King to the Lords Commissioners for the Treaty with the Ambassadors of the States. This is a copy (dated 21 Sept.) of the original despatch from the King, dated 21 Oct. 1022, see No. 160. Bradshaw has endorsed this copy, “ 21° 7 br 1622. The Kg' 8 L re to y e L ds Com rs for y e treaty w tb y e Duch touch? y e E. Ind a Busines.” [East Indies, Vol. II., No. 22.] Sept. 25. 154. Locke to Carleton. The States proceed but slowly in their business. Mons. Aerssens told Mons. Beaulieu they had been eight times at Whitehall by appointment of the Privy Council and lost their labour, wherewith they were not very well pleased. [. Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXXXIII., No. 25, Cal., p. 449.] [Sept. 28.] 155. Commission from the King to the Lord President of the Council and others. To inquire into the causes of the decay of trade, and among other things to find out whether the East India Company justly perform their contract concerning the exporting of coin, and to consider by what means that trade which is specious in show may really be made profitable to the public, without exhausting the treasure of the kingdom. [ Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXXXIII., No. 27., Cal., p. 450] 1622 ? 156. “ A calculation of what moneys less will drive the trades of silks, indigo, and spices by Cape Bone Spei, than by Turkey.” It is argued that the exportation of money for India and Persia by way of Cape Bone Spei is not the cause of scarcity of silver, but the money transported for Turkey from Marseilles, Leghorn, Sicily, and Venice. Cost of Persian silk bought in Turkey and transported yearly to Christendom, and the probability of drawing the money hither when the trade by way of Turkey shall be diverted. Difference between the present cost of the spices and indigo now imported, and when they came by way of Turkey. The whole sum exported by sea is less than would buy the like quantity in Turkey, which is yearly 1,178,366/. 13s. 4 d., and the land is better served. [ Two pages and a quarter. Endorsed as above. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 23.] 1622 ? 157. “Reasons to prove that it is not the East India trade which doth consume the gold, silver coin, or other treasure of this EAST INDIES. 69 1622 ? 1622 ? 1622? 1622. Oct. 9. St. Martin’s Lane. Oct. 12. Oct. 16. St. Martin’s Lane. kingdom, but rather that the said trade is an excellent means greatly to increase the same.” From the foundation of the trade in 1601 till July 1620 the Company only shipped away 548,090?. in Spanish ryals, although they might have exported 720,000?. They have in the same term exported to the value of 292,286?. in broad cloths, kerseys, lead, tin, &c. During the last years more goods have been sent to the Indies than in the 16 years before. Thirty- four ships have been employed in the trade. Goods bought in India for 356,288?. have produced in England 1,914,600?. The Company now ship yearly 50,000?. in divers wares. Proportion of the trade which it is hoped may yearly be brought into England. Great cause for suspecting that the Dutch will break their agreement. [One page and a half. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 24.] 158. “ Reasons alleged to prove that the trade from England unto the East Indies doth not consume, but rather increase the treasure of this kingdom.” Somewhat longer but to the same effect as the preceding. [ Two pages and three quarters. East Indies, Vol. II, No. 25.] 159. Treatise by Ed. Bennett on the inconveniences of im¬ porting tobacco from Spain, containing also a vindication of the East India Company from the charge of their being the cause of the scarcity of silver by their exportation. [Six pages. Domestic Corresp., Jac. I, Vol. CNNXV., No. 56, Cal., p. 477.] 160. Sec. Calvert to (Carleton). Has not been at any of the conferences of late with the States Ambassadors about the East India business, and therefore cannot advertise him in what state it stands, but doubts there remain difficulties yet on both sides that will have much ado to be accommodated. [Extract from Holland Corresp .] 161. Locke to Carleton. Message sent by the Privy Council to the States Ambassadors to insist upon things only which were reasonable, as the Lords had charged the English merchants to do the like, that so a conclusion might be quickly come to. [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXXXI1I., No. 49, Cal., p. 454.] 162. Sec. Calvert to (Carleton). Has before advertised him of some distaste taken by the States Ambassadors here at the disap¬ pointment of days of meeting, they coming still at the hour prefixed, and his Majesty’s Commissioners divers times failing, and by that means the States, after two or three hours attendance in the Council Chamber, sent back again for want of a convenient number to treat with them. Yesterday, after two or three adjournments before, the States Ambassadors coming at the appointed hour found none of the Commissioners but Mr. Treasurer Edmoncles, the Master of the Rolls, and himself, who were thus forced to excuse the conference airain, though with shame enough; but they took it so ill, as they went away in great anger, professing that they would meet no more, but would instantly take their leave of his Majesty and be gone, and 70 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1G22. Oct. 16. Firando in Japan. Oct. 16. Firando. Oct. 19. nothing would pacify them. Thinks when he (Calvert) has been there they have had less reason than the English for the business itself,yet for the manner used towards them “they have much cause to be sensible, for certainly it hath been too bad.” Blames nobody in particular, but is sure there has been a great fault amongst some of the Lords. He will do well for the King’s honour, if any com¬ plaint is made at the Hague, to solve it the best he can; for his own part he has complained to the King by letter and expects an answer this day. Before sealing this letter the Lords who were absent sent to the Ambassadors to excuse yesterday’s fault and got them to meet again this afternoon (only M. Aerssens was not there). They have been wrangling after the old manner, through their stiffness, who will not yield to anything however clear that shall displease their merchants; they can conclude nothing, but are every day more weary than other. [Holland Gorresp .] 163. [Jos. Cockram] to Marmaduke Stevinton, Principal at Jambi. Concerning the Manilla fleet. Has determined to go himself in the Bull, and leave the Elizabeth to bring away Capt. Cocks, William Eaton, and Edward (? Edmund) Sayer, whilst John Oster- wick will remain principal of the factory. The Manilla voyages have not proved so profitable as troublesome and chargeable. The first voyage produced 39,549 ryals, one-sixteenth of which they were constrained to give to the mariners. Thinks this was a politic act, and that the last voyage will produce 200,000 ryals. Order from [the Emperor ?] that the goods of the frigate captured by the Eliza¬ beth be given up to his factor, Gonrockdono, but has given them [the ship ?] which is all rotten. By the Palsqrctve. [ One page. O.C., Vol, IX., No. 1083.] 164. John Osterwick to Marmaduke Stevinton. The Manilla fleet safely arrived in June last, with a cargo worth 200,000 ryals, since when letters have been received from Batavia from the Council of Defence, for dissolving these Manilla voyages, and ordering the Moon and Palsgrave to be sent for Jambi. He will receive advice of their troubles concerning the taking of a frigate by the Elizabeth. [One page. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1084.] 165. [The Lords Commissioners] to the King. According to his commandment, signified by the Lord Admiral to the Treasurer, they have • considered the points of the States Ambassadors’ memorial, wherein they appeal to his judgment, and have commanded some of the principal of the merchants to attend his Majesty, with the judge of the Admiralty who has assisted them in all their pro¬ ceedings, with their written answers. Represent to his Majesty’s deeper judgment the great consequence which this audience of the States Ambassadors will produce one way or other ; either the sub¬ sistence or utter overthrow of that noble and worthy trade of the East Indies, and consequently a revenue to the King of 40,000/1., and the livelihood and whole fortunes of many of his Majesty’s subjects, and, what is dearer to him than all the rest, the honour of himself and the realm; cannot tell what the Ambassadors pre¬ tend by craving this sudden audience, but hope that the King EAST INDIES. 71 1622. will not permit them to enter into any debate, until they shall absolutely submit themselves wholly to his Majesty’s judgment and sentence, otherwise they will fly off at the end if his Majesty’s resolution be not like to sort to their contentment; and if they refuse this submission, the Lords Commissioners think all should be left to a legal trial by way of special commission which is in that case a fair, a just, and honourable way, and not without precedent, which being so ordered there rests no more to be done touching redress of grievances past; “ As also if in the examination of all the par¬ ticulars your Maj. shall find the difficulties to be such as that you cannot satisfy the said Ambassadors, but that they continue strict, wilful, and opiniative upon their own pretended grounds without acknowledging by contentment, it will be still always in your power and theirs, either to determine it upon their first submission according to your own conscience though against their liking, or else to refer the decision of all or part in that case unto the legal course aforementioned as your Maj. in your own great wisdom shall think fittest.” The reglement of trade for the future the greatest importance of all will fall next into consideration, which if well settled, may make both Companies happy enough, and prevent such mischiefs and enormities as have happened. This being a business of such weight, and requiring so much debate with the merchants on both sides, the Privy Council presume his Majesty will not trouble himself with it, but will refer it to a new conference, wherein the Privy Council will proceed so as to cause no complaint of sincerity or neglect. Endorsed by Bradshaw: “ A letter from the Lds. Com 1-3 to the King touching the Treaty.” [East Indies, Vol. II., No. 26.] Oct. 21. 166. The King to the Lords Commissioners for the Treaty with the lioyston. Ambassadors of the States of the United Provinces. Yesterday, after having read their letter and heard with great patience the whole after¬ noon both our merchants and the States Ambassadors touching three of the five articles, those of the Black Lion, and of damages being- referred to the end of the treaty, the King found it impossible to make an end between them, and at length called the Ambassadors privately and asked them, “ to what end they desired this hearing of us, who are not experienced in matter of merchandize, and in this business had no more power to conclude their voices than they to conclude ours.” They “ shifted off ” the King’s proposal that they should submit the matter to his decision, and in the end were brought to this, that they should meet the Commissioners again, who, his Majesty undertook, should carefully observe the times of meeting, and labour to bring matters to an end without any unnecessary contes¬ tation, not following the desires of the merchants, but what they shall find agreeable to justice and equity. They are specially charged that at his Majesty’s coming to Theobalds, they either make an end as far as they can, or make it appear to his Majesty that the Dutch are unreasonable, that in case the treaty should break off, all the world may see that the fault is not in the King. l< In the point of the siege of Bantam our opinion is, for ought we see, that it is very reasonable which the Dutchmen demand, that our [this word our is written the in the copy, see ante, No. 153] merchants should be at 72 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1G22. Oct. 24. Oct. 25. Hague. Oct. 2G. London. Nov. 5. Theobalds. Nov. 5. Aboard the Discovery. Nov. 12 and Dec. 30. Batavia. half the charge, where the profit is to be common between them; and the Ambassadors assure us that all of you (saving only you, our Treasurer) were of the same mind.” Signed, James R. [East Indies, Vol. II., No. 27.] 167. The Lords Commissioners to the King. Will carefully observe his commandment dated from Royston, the 21st inst.; and since it is his pleasure that they should return to the same disputes, will most willingly undergo the pains, whatever the success proves, which “ depends on their conformity to reason and not upon ours.” May not omit to represent to his Majesty the wrong the States Am¬ bassadors have done the King’s Commissioners in mistaking their opinions touching the siege of Bantam, and singling out the Treasurer as differing from all the rest in that point concerning the proportion of the charge, whereas the truth is, all thought fit there should be a proportionable allowance made according to the treaty, which seems an ill requital for their real and sincere endeavours and extra¬ ordinary patience. Beseech his Majesty to consider what hope can they have to accommodate these unlucky differences, when the Ambassadors to his Majesty seek to divert all consultation con¬ cerning the future reglement of trade, pretending that it is a matter altogether unnecessary, whereas it is apparent enough that the whole subsistence of that important trade, with the safety of the lives, goods, and liberties of his subjects, wholly depend upon it. [East Indies, Vol. II., No. 28.] 168. Carleton to Sir Francis Nethersole. The hopes which the States Ambassadors expressed, at the beginning of this month, of a speedy good end in their treaty, are since much cooled by new delays. Prays God other affairs do not cool likewise. [. Extract f rom Holland Corresp .] 169. Chamberlain to Carleton. The States Commissioners went to Royston a week ago with intention, as was thought, to take their leave, but there being no agreement betwixt them and the English East India merchants, the King has undertaken to reconcile the most difficult point touching damages, if the latter will rely on his justice and not suspect his integrity, otherwise he will not meddle with the business. [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXXXIII, No. 59, Cal., p. 45G.j 170. Proclamation forbidding the sale of any spices, drugs, fruits, seeds, and other merchandise garbleable without being garbled and made clean, packed, marked, or made wholesome for man’s use, or the good severed from the bad by the garblers duly appointed, upon severe penalties. [Printed. Proclamations, Jac. I., Vol. CLXXXVII., No. 105, Cal., p. 4G0.] 171. Report of Thomas Reede and others upon the defects in the ship Discovery. [One page. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1085.] 172. The Fiscal’s process against the English for taking the China junk. [Dutch, mutilated by damp. Thirty-seven pages. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1081.] EAST INDIES. 73 1622. Nov. 12 and Dec. 30. Batavia. Nov. 14. Firando. Nov. 14. Firando. Nov. 1G. 173 . English, translation of the preceding by Bartholomew Wayte. Johnson contradicted himself; he “did not well call to mind that a liar hath need of a good memory.” The oaths of the English are not to be trusted, for “ he that daretli to steal will both swear and lie, to the end he may keep both his credit and the booty.” The whole of the Sumatra coast from the Straits of Sunda to Acheen is called by the Chinese Lampong; therefore it is true that the junk was taken off Lampong. The English are “ so impudent in their shiftings ” that . the fiscal fears “ they will presume to say the sun shineth not at high noon.” Thinks, with Cato, that when a case can be made manifest neither by writings nor witnesses, credit should be given to the plaintiff. The English are sentenced to pay 8,115f ryals to the Chinese for goods taken, and 10,500 to the Dutch Government for expenses and damages ; the fiscal to have 200 ; no appeal to be allowed, and Robert Johnson not to be exempted from further proceedings. An invoice of the goods taken is annexed. \Twenty-eight pages. O.G., Vol. IX., No. 1082.] # 174. Richard Cocks to the East India Company. Recommends the bearer, John Portis, a Scotchman, who when “ a young youth ” was sent into Spain to learn the language, thence to Mexico, afterwards to Manilla, from whence he came to Japan, where he has served the Company five or six years, but has never hitherto received any wages. [One page. O.O., Vol. IX., Xo. 1086.] 175. Richard Cocks to the East India Company. The Dutch ships sent with his last letter ( see Xo. 146) returned on the 19th in great extremity, having been caught in a storm ; others thought to be cast away. The Palsgrave and Peppercorn put to sea on 17th Oct., as also two Dutch ships. The Moon and Bull to sail for Jambi, the Bull having a cargo of money and merchandise. The Elizabeth will be despatched as soon as their debts come in. Edmond Sayer and Richard Hudson ready to go to Yedo with presents for the Emperor and Council. Joseph Cockram goes in the Bull to Jacatra, so Cocks and John Osterwick and Eaton must of necessity wait for the Elizabeth. The unruliness of mariners and sailors, and some not of the meanest sort, “who daily lie ashore at tippling howses.” Sends 10CP. to pay 20 01. in England of Capt. William Adams’ [Addames] moneys, to be paid to his widow, Mary Adams, and her daughter. A like amount was sent in the Royal James. [One page and a half. O.C., Vol. IX., Xo. 1078.] 176. Marquis of Buckingham to Sir Edward Conway. For your coming down with the Dutchmen his Majesty is well pleased with it, so that you come either before or after them, and not in their company, lest notice should be taken of it. And when you come I pray you bring down your hawk with you, for I have told the King of her. [Extract from Dom. Jac. I., Vol. CXXXIV., Xo. 13, Ccd., p. 461.] Nov. 16. 177. Memoranda by Hugh More, purser of the Moon, of having- received from Richard Cocks at Firanda, 100 ryals to be let out to 74 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1622. the Moon’s company at 10s. the ryal, to be paid in England to Mary Addames, widow of Captain William Addames. [One page. O.C., Vol. IX., Xo. 1087.] Nov. 19. 178 . The Lords Commissioners for the Treaty to the King. Have, according to his Majesty’s commandment at Theobalds, given divers meetings to the States Ambassadors, and followed the way his Majesty prescribed, the merchants also met together, the English never failing except once, when they were attending the Privy Council. The matter of Bantam was first discussed and referred to the merchants, who found their demands both unreasonable and exorbitant. In the three points of the discount of pepper brought into Holland, restitution of goods at Lantar, and exchange of ryals of eight, their Lordships could obtain no reason¬ able satisfaction, nevertheless to show their Lordships’ earnest desire of accommodation they proceeded to the reglement of trade. Of the many particular demands of the English merchants, the Lords Commissioners insisted principally on three, which seemed of such necessity that the merchants, when earnestly pressed in private to yield to the uttermost, protested vehemently that without redress in those things they could not maintain that trade nor draw adventurers to contribute thereunto. One of these was the assignment of places for erecting forts, which, though their Lordships conceive they have liberty to do in the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda, the three years limited by the treaty having expired; yet the Ambassadors not only deny it in those places without their consent, but in all other places in the Indies. Secondly, their Lord- ships required that each Company should govern and tax their own nation, but “ thereunto we could find them no ways inclining ” for howsoever they avoided the name of sovereignty (which was ever earnestly protested against) yet they pressed the art and practice thereof. And lastly, that the number of 20 ships of defence (left certainly indefinite in the treaty) should be left to the judgment of the Council of Defence ; for the English Company protest that neither can their trade maintain their proportion of 10 ships, nor has there been any necessity for maintaining that number for defence of it. The dispute on this question the Privy Council left to the decision of his Majesty and the States by the 30th article of the treaty, and for offence it is not warranted by the treaty. All these points of reglement having been long debated yesterday, at last the merchants left their Lordships to speak privately together, “ we conceiving their purpose to have been to accommodate their business between our¬ selves, but contrary to their Lordships’ expectations, the Ambassadors passing by all business, announced their resolution to begin their journey this morning towards Newmarket.” Thought it strange they should never acquaint their Lordships with their intention till six o’clock yesternight, “ our carriage we hope having deserved well at their hands, though we must confess to your Majesty that yester¬ day the language both of the Ambassadors and their merchants was in a higher strain of sovereignty in the Indies than we expected.” Endorsed by Bradshaiv, “ Relating passages at the treaty, &c.” [East Indies, Vol. II., Xo. 29.] EAST INDIES. 75 1622. Nov. 19. London. Nov. 23. Firando. Nov. 24. Nov. 24. [Jacatra.] Nov. ? 179 . Sir Francis Nethersole to (Carleton). The States Ambas¬ sadors are going to Newmarket to-morrow to try if they can there come to any end of their business with the King, being out of hope of it by way of treaty with the Lords. [. Extract from Holland Corresp.] 180 . Richard Cocks to [the East India Company]. The Bull detained by contrary winds. The King of Firando’s secretary has just paid in 2,000 taies in plate of bars in part payment of 3,000 lent him last year. Sends inventory of the merchandise taken by the fleet of defence the first voyage.' [Half a page. O.C., Vol. IX., Xo. 1088.] 181 . Locke to Carleton. He will see by the enclosed letter [wanting] the progress the States [Ambassadors] are like to make in their business with the [English] merchants. Does not hear that they [the Ambassadors] are yet gone to Newmarket; “ they play fast and loose strangely.” [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXXXIV., Xo. 26, Cal, p. 463.] 182 . Edward Grant, purser of the Diamond, to the East India Company. Has sent home by Robert Smith, purser in the Jonas, the accounts of those men who have died since Oct. 8, and nine wills. Their long and tedious voyage since 8 Oct. 1621. Fought with three carracks and a galleon of Portugal, and sunk and spoiled the carracks, but not the galleon. Makes no doubt Capt. Greene has informed them of particulars of the voyage, and the debts of the de¬ ceased commanders, “ as Captain Harbortt (?) and the rest.” Capture of other vessels, including a junk with “ som stoor of negers, which was devided by twick the Duch and the English.” In the capture of the carracks 300 Portugals were killed, 150 drowned, and 100 taken prisoners, with two women. Reached Swally 25th of Oct., where they have been taking in water and provisions. The four Dutch ships, with the Exchange and Anne, have just sailed for Goa, and the Diamond will follow in four or five days. [One page. O.C., Vol. IX., Xo. 1089.] 183 . [Sir Edward Conway] to his Excellency [the Marquis of Buckingham.] Shortly upon the receipt of his letter, one of the States Ambassadors [M. Stavines] came to Conway to let him know how, after a sharp debate with the Lords [of the Privy Council], they had acquainted their Lordships that they had spent much time with no fruit, and that they would go to his Majesty and depend upon his wisdom, justice, and favour for some happy issue of their work. Conway found that to the former question of res¬ titution the English merchants had brought in propositions for the regulating of trade, and that the question whereon they came to a stand was concerning forts, being the last article. His reasons for apprehending that this was not the proper time to dispute the forts. Discussion with M. Stavines, that the States Ambassadors would apply themselves in all points that might concern his Majesty’s honour, the equity of trade, reputation of the nation, equality of justice, or freedom of use or conversation. Upon the points of resti- 76 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1622. tution they took a fair and clear way in the balancing of the inter¬ changeable charges; and propounded what would be reason and justice with a little polishing; “ I saw a fruit of misunderstanding, but could not see the root; I saw how rawly and distastefully they proposed to go trouble his Majesty.” Therefore he told Mons. Sta vines liow utterly he misliked that deliberation of theirs, and how with the Ambassadors’ consent he had proposed to Buckingham and then to the Lord Treasurer a conclusion of the point of restitution by consenting upon a competent sum in gross; that he (Conway) saw no irreconcileable differences in the rules of trade ; that the Ambassadors if they abruptly parted with the Council must not look to have better acceptance with his Majesty, to whose decision • such points only should be left as needed a supreme judgment and authority. Then propounded he would resume the overture to the Lord Treasurer of ending the point of restitution by a gross sum, which if the Ambassadors concluded well with our merchants would procure the former a gracious address to his Majesty from the Lords, “ which I did advise them by all means to esteem. Here the conference brake.” Early the next morning Mons. Stavines entreated Conway to make an overture and procure an interview between the Lord Treasurer and the States Ambassadors. Account of Conway’s interview with the Lord Treasurer; arguments as whether this time were proper to dispute the forts, and whether it were not more “ councellable ” to win a competent sum of restitu¬ tion for the merchants and to establish to them a trade, with which they might have time to discover where and prepare how to make and maintain forts; that the time of building forts was three years after the publication of the treaty in the Indies. Inter¬ view at Chelsea between the Lord Treasurer and the States Am¬ bassadors, at which Conway was present, where was a civil, temperate, and effectual debasement of several points too long to trouble his Excellency with. The conclusion was their suit to the Lord Treasurer both to procure an [interview] with their Lordships (of the Privy Council) and accommodation of the things treated with equity and favour, which the Lord Treasurer promised to endeavour. [Four pages. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 30.] [ When Conway was sworn Secretary of State on 16 Jan. 1622-3, Chamberlain, in a letter to Carleton of 25 Jan., wrote that the King commended Conway’s birth, &c., &c., “ others add his courtiership in trying to fasten the title of Excellency on Buckingham.”] Nov. 25. 184. Marquis of Buckingham to Sir Edward Conway. Thanks Newmarket, h im for liis good offices between the States Ambassadors and our merchants, for which his Majesty also gives him many thanks, and desires him to go on in the same course. The King takes well the Lord Treasurer’s civil usage of the Ambassadors, Seeing they com¬ plained before of his hardness, and desires them both to endeavour by all means to bring matters as near an end as may be before the business be brought to his Majesty again. As for the point of the forts, his Majesty finds Conway is somewhat mistaken, for although the merchants would be contented with that course, the Kincr will never suffer them to trade in that fashion at the others’ courtesy ; EAST INDIES. 77 1622. but for that point liis Majesty would have it left to the last. [East Indies, Vol. II., No. 31.] Nov. 25. 185. Modern copy of the above. [Domestic Corvesp., Jac. I., Newmarket. Vol. CXXXIV., No. 29, Cal, p. 463.] Nov. 30. 186. Locke to Carleton. The States [Commissioners] have agreed upon nothing but that three disinterested merchants be chosen on each side to make an end of the difference concerning the pepper that was brought into Holland, and if they cannot accord, a seventh man is to be chosen “ to cast the voices.” [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXXXIV., No. 39, Cal., p. 465.] Dec. 3. 187. The Lords Commissioners for the Treaty to the King. When the Governor and others of the East India Company attended his Majesty at Newmarket upon a sudden warning given by the States Ambassadors to repair thither, their Lordships informed the King of the state of those questions as they left them at that time. Afterwards the Ambassadors, upon second cogitations, thought fit to resume the conference [ see letter, ante, No. 178,19 Nov. 1622]; since when they have had many meetings, and have driven the questions to so near a point of agreement concerning restitution and future reglement of trade as their Lordships had hope to have concluded all things without his Majesty’s trouble (excepting one or two special points reserved for his own sacred judgment), as will be seen by the enclosed note of every particular as it now stands. Have been careful, as the King commanded, to keep themselves to the treaty, and not to give way to any novelty, liowbeit the Ambassadors offer divers propositions as explanatory of the treaty, which their Lord- ships conceive alter it in sense, and may be of great disadvantage to his Majesty’s subjects. But as by mutual consent the questions concerning restitution not agreed upon at the Board were referred to the merchants themselves, in whose hands they yet remain, and their Lordships are informed have proceeded so far as they doubt not r good success, so the Board thinks the other point touching reglement, which merely concerns trade, may as well be agreed upon amongst themselves, and the merchants are of the same opinion. Hid much wonder at the intention of the Ambassadors, declared to the Board yesternight, of waiting upon his Majesty, seeing the Ambassadors have left the business to their merchants and ours, who stay behind of purpose to despatch it, and therefore did what they could to divert them, alleging, among other reasons, his Majesty’s present indisposition by the pain in his foot. Annexed, 187. i. The points in difference between the English and Dutch merchants as they now stand. The merchants are accorded concerning the charges of the siege of Bantam. The dis¬ count on pepper brought into Holland stands referred to two English and two Dutch merchants. The valuation of ryots of eight taken f rom English merchants in the Indies not yet agreed on. The point concerning the goods of Lantar in handling by the merchants on both sides. T/ie points of reglement; the abridging the number of 10 ships for defence likely to be accorded between the merchants. 78 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1622. Dec. 6. Newmarket. Dec. 6. Newmarket. Dec. 7. London. Dec. 13. Dec. jj|. Batavia. Dec. Batavia. Touching jurisdiction, it is agreed that either nation shcdl have the government and correcting of their own people. Some indifferent place to he appointed for the Council of Defence, or the English to have a residence near Jacatra, where said Council of Defence may assemble alternatively. Touching the forts, their Lordships still insist as they advertised the King in their former letter, and see no cause why they should he ordered from it. Endorsed hy Brad¬ shaw, “ Touching y e treaty.” [East Indies, Vol. II., No. 32.] 188 . The King to the Lords Commissioners for the Treaty. His Majesty has received their letters, and given audience to the States Ambassadors, rather out of a desire that they should not wholly lose their journey than from any necessity of hearing what they had to say, since the King’s return to Theobalds approacheth so near when he expects to hear a full account of the business. In the meantime upon the Ambassadors’ return to their conferences the King could not but recommend to their Lordships’ care the clearing of all accounts, and putting the whole business to an end as near as it can be, that at his Majesty’s coming he may receive the whole relation, which he hopes will be brought to such a point as to need no more but His Majesty’s conclusion. As for the point of the Muscovy merchants, order to be taken for the payment of the money accord¬ ingly. [East Indies, Vol. II., No. 33.] 189 . Copy of the above. Endorsed hy Bradshaw. [East Indues, Vol. II., No. 34.] 190 . Chamberlain to Carleton. The States went not to New¬ market, but our East Indian and Muscovy merchants were there and attended their coming four or five days, to their great trouble and charge, and came away unheard. They went later, but their Secretary Hugins having charge of a bag of papers and 2001. for their expense was robbed on the way, and although a reward of 20 1. has been offered for their recovery, they arc like to lose both their memorials and money. [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXXXIV, No. 66, Cal., p. 467.] 191 . Commission to Lionel, Earl of Middlesex, and others, to examine upon oath what injuries and depredations have been com¬ mitted at sea on the King of Spain, or his agents, by the Company of Merchants of London trading to the East Indies. [Minute. Grant Bh, pp. 352, 362. Domestic, Jac. I, Cal., p. 468.] 192 . Extract of a letter from Governor General Coen to Martin Sonck, Governor in Banda. [Dutch. Three pages. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1090.] 193 . Translation of the above. Is surprised to hear of the ill- doings of those of Pooloroon. Takes it very well that at last he has understood the business better, and punished with death 160 of the principal Orankays. Warns him against the Bandanese. Trust as little the children of the Rosingyns as we do here the wives and EAST INDIES. 79 1622. children of those of Solamme and Lantar. They will turn Christians to act their parts the better. Those of Ceram are treacherous people, and sent as spies to discern where they may do mischief. Advises him to keep no renegades; if there be no law to punish them as spies with death, or to imprison them, send them hither. Charges him to keep no Bandanese, but such as he be fully assured cannot do any harm. The men of Banda should be sent away, and their wives and children be carefully overlooked, so that you be sure we have no prejudice by them. The people of the coast are very idle, and much subject to diseases, yet he hopes by teaching they may be improved, in which he is to do his best endeavour. Let the English keep no more slaves nor people than such as can no ways be any hindrance unto us. Thinks they had good knowledge of the bad intentions of the Poolorooners; if this can appear you shall punish the offenders, without any favour, according to former in¬ structions. Trust the English no more than a public enemy ought to be trusted. It is necessary that the soldiers’ clothing be put on their account; will not make any alterations at their pleasures. Is out of measure ashamed, and cannot think where his wits were to let Welden buy and consume the rest of his powder, so that those of Pooloroon and Ceram and the Renegados of Banda should the better obtain their purpose and present their conquests to the King of England. It seems you yourself do stir up the enemy to do mis¬ chief ; yet has not any means to send more powder. Certified copy by Peter Dericlcson, London, 11th November 1629. \Two pages and a half. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1091.] Dec. 19. 194 . Extract from a letter written from Madrid. A post, which Madrid, has arrived overland from the East Indies, confirms the taking of Ormuz by the Persians with the help of the English, and they are much troubled with the news here. [ Extract from Spanish Corresp .] Dec. fo. 195 . The Earl of Bristol to Sec. Calvert. There has been much Madrid. murmuring at the Court concerning the taking of Ormuz by the Persians, which they chiefly attribute to the assistance of the English, for his former advices from England are now confirmed by a Correo, come overland purposely with the news, at which they here much storm (particularly the Portuguese), it being a place of so great im¬ portance to them. Has done all he can to satisfy the ministers by letters to the Condes de Gondomar and Olivares. [ Extract from Spanish Corresp .] Dec. 21. 196 . Chamberlain to Carleton. Upon complaint of the Spanish London. Ambassador of want of justice in the Admiralty Court, a commission has been granted to some Lords of the Council to examine the de¬ predations of our East Indian Company in the Indies, and especially about the business of Ormuz. [ Extract from Domestic Corresp Jac. Vol. CXXXIV., No. 80, Cal, p. 470.] Dec. 26. 197 . Minutes of the debate with the States Ambassadors. Con- Whitehall. cerning the comparative values of white and black rice, taken respectively by the Dutch and English, and the freight and insurance on pepper. Since this they have met several times, but are not grown to conclusion, though every day they hope to come to an 80 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1G22 end, and most of the points in differences are already concluded, both concerning the reglement of trade and restitution. Endorsed by Bradshaw, “ Debate of 2 points, pepper and rice.” [East Indies, Vol. II, No. 35.] Dec. 26. 198 . The Earl of Bristol to Sec. Calvert. The late taking of Madrid. Ormuz by the Persian through the assistance (as is alleged) of the English, has made a great noise in this Court, and been much aggravated by the Portuguese, insomuch that the Conde de Olivares has treated with him about it, to whom he has given such satis¬ faction as he thought necessary, and they intend to send Bristol a relation of the whole proceeding, with their complaints, for the King. Hopes that accidents of this nature will not be able to breed any alteration in the main business, as was supposed. [Extract from Spanish Corresp .] • Dec. 30. 199 . Locke to Carleton. Sends the proceedings of the Dutch as well for reglement of trade as otherwise ; they were at the very point to have made an end and now they are flown off again, “ so that it will ask some more time.” On Monday [6 Jan.] they meet again, and there will be no intermission “till they make a bolt or a shaft of it.” [ Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac . I., Vol. CXXXIV., No. 99, Cal, p. 471.] 1622-3. 200 . The Proceedings of the English Lords Commissioners and Sept.-Jan. the States Ambassadors concerning the treaty between the English and Dutch East India Companies {referred to, ante, p. 29), between September 1622, when the negociations were renewed, and January 1623, when the States Ambassadors had audience of the King to take leave {see No. 246). [ All these papers, viz., Nos. 201-222, being ivithout date, it has been thought better to place them together.'] 201 . “ Concerning the restitution of ships taken by those of the Netherlands from the English East India Company.” Arguments on both sides. Endorsed : “ Reasons that restitution of ships should be made without demand, with proofs of our divers demands not¬ withstanding.” [Three pages. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 36.] 202 . “ The state of the questions depending as yet undetermined between the English and Dutch East India Companies concerning restitution. The English demand (1) the discount for pepper left to two indifferent merchants of each nation; (2) goods taken at Lantar ; (3) cloth taken in two ships at Patani; (4) 8,000 ryals of eight ; (5) 1 Os. for every ryal taken from them in the Indies. Also damage for delay of restitution. Arguments on both sides. [ Two pages, two copies. East Indies, Vol. II., Nos. 37, 38.] 203 . State of the negociations between the Lords Commissioners and the States Ambassadors. The pepper they take to be accorded. The ships taken by the Dutch accorded for a certain sum of money. Their merchandise taken before the treaty accorded according to the value of the place taken. The question arises of changing the value of the Black Lion. Fifteen bales of linen upon the point of accord. EAST INDIES. 81 1622-3. Sept.-Jan. For Pulicat “ they shall have all the treaty gives them.” Pooloroor shall he restored. [The expenses of colleges] schools they shall cease. “ For Banda [Lantar] they will render all in specie/’ with interest to the full value of those goods here in Europe. For ryals of eight the Ambassadors present [sic] restitution in specie. For reglement of justice that they (the English) should have justice over themselves, the Dutch over themselves. Touching forts also in the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Bantam (sic ? Banda), they desire that the treaty be observed, and joint agreement where and how many are to be made. Touching the ships of defence, the Ambassadors pray they may not be pressed to innovate or change the treaty. Arguments. Also concerning the Black Lion, “ yet notwithstanding they shall be [ready] to hear his Majesty’s reasons and y[ield] to a reasonable abatement.” [ Three pages, mutilated. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 39.] 204 . The States Ambassadors’ report of the negociations with the Lords Commissioners concerning Banda (called by the English Lantar). In reference to the Dutch occupation of Banda, and the loss in consequence which the English declare they have sustained in wares and moveable goods to the value of about 7,000 ryals, for which they demand restitution. The Dutch maintain that by treaty the English were forbidden to have any wares there. After exami¬ nation by the King at Hampton Court his Majesty proposed that the Dutch should keep two thirds of said wares and restore one third to the English, to which the Dutch assented, so that they might be recompensed for the third part of the cost they had undergone, and this question was put off until the Privy Council and said Ambas¬ sadors were better prepared for it. The English Company have since demanded restitution of the like wares in Europe, and the Ambas¬ sadors made an offer to them “ to the end they may not break off,” but the English merchants were not willing to accept “ so reasonable a proffer.” Reasons why the Ambassadors perceive they cannot agree, and why the English should content themselves with what the Dutch merchants, persuaded by their Ambassadors, have with a free heart already proffered, “ and that they (the English) would not think that in anywise the Ambassadors will or can go further therein.” [Tivo pages. French; also a translation in English. East Indies, Vol. II., Nos. 40, 41.] 205 . State of the negociations between the States Ambassadors and the Lords Commissioners. “ English merchants’ charges granted.” For rice the Hollanders demand the like price granted to the English. For the Black Lion they demand restitution, she being lost by negligence, not by the hand of God. Question concerning her goods. The Expedition taken by the Hollanders ; overthrown by the cable of an Englishman; by the right of the sea to be borne half and half, but if the law of the sea bear it not, they will render the whole. The goods of Lantar his Majesty hath judged two parts to the States, and the English the third part in specie. The mer¬ chants retreated from this judgment, the King being misinformed. In conclusion the merchants of Holland offer restitution of all, but F 82 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1622-3. Sept.-Jan. being required to pay it in Europe, refuse, and so it rests. [Tivo pages. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 42.] 206. [The East India Company’s] propositions fit and convenient for the rule and government of the trade between the two Com¬ panies. Have made it manifestly appear to their Lordships that their people in the East Indies have endured all the marks and extremities of servitude and slavery under the pretended sovereignty of the Dutch, whereby the honour and reputation of the English nation has not only been trodden upon and degraded to the utmost amongst the eastern people, but their trade has also been very much wronged and impaired without any likelihood of meeting with better success, unless some course and orders be taken that these wrongful proceedings receive public censure from the States. Propose, first, that public declaration be made at Jacatra and such other places as shall seem fit to their President and Council. Concerning the infliction of whipping, imprisonment, imposition of fines, taxes, &c., upon the English by the Dutch ; that they were acts entirely disallowed by the King and the States, and contrary to the treaty, and that restitution be made of all such fines, customs, &c. That all officers concerned in these injuries and extortions be forthwith recalled and punished as disturbers of the common peace, according to the last article of the treaty. Touching the Ylltli article of the treaty, the English propose that they should enjoy at the fort of Pulicat the liberty prescribed to them by treaty, or else be delivered from all charges there. That according to the VUIth article the punishment’of their own people should be left to them, and that they should enjoy the same privileges in payment of the garrisons, and in serving themselves with the natives as the Dutch. And for the reasons herein stated, that it be judged henceforth unnecessary to employ such a number as 20 ships of defence. That, according to the explanation of the XIHth article, it be left to the Council of Defence to make choice of some fit place for residence ; the hostility of Bantam excludes that place ; neither is Jacatra an indifferent place; they therefore propose that an indifferent place be selected. As to the XVth article. They desire it to be declared that they are neither subject to the charges of the Dutch schools, the table of their governors, nor their presents made. For the XXIIIth article. They desire that the forts and all at Pooloroon be restored in the same condition as when taken from them, and also the fort at the Isle of Lontor (Lantar). For the XXIVth article. The three years mentioned in this article being now passed, they desire that the question of forts be resumed, and that it be directly determined what number and in what place the English may build forts in the Moluccas, Banda, and Amboyna. [Four pages. Two copies in French, and a translation in English. East Indies, Vol. II., Nos. 43, 44, 45.] 207 . [The States Ambassadors’] answers to the above proposi¬ tions. The introduction not thought fit to be answered. Concern- EAST INDIES. 83 1622-3. Sept.-Jan. ing scorn spoken of the King or estate, punishment to follow by death, or other equity. The 7th article may be well accommodated. The 8th may be also accommodated with the explanation. Concern¬ ing the 20 ship of defence, keep the article of the treaty, the ships remaining, the employment according to the common council. The explanation of the 13th article shall be accommodated. The loth may be accomodated. The 23rd; the English are in possession, and “ the dispute of declamation will multiply causes and pretences that Avill be envious. Lantar is not an island, but a village in Bantam.” The 24th and last. Conceive the intention of the article to be that three years should be given “ after the publication of the treaty.” “ Hope there is no need of fortification. They shall have such a reglement of trade as will conserve amity. And if there should be need, it will require the Council of Defence their opinion, and the Council being not able to foresee this demand of anticipation having no commission to treat of it.” [~Two pciqes. East Indies , Vol. II., Eo. 46.] 208 . “Propositions for the execution of the articles of the treaty and explanation thereof between the two Companies.” These are to the same purport as No. 206, but without the prefatory remarks. Sec. Calvert has struck out the first two paragraphs in reference to the restitution of fines, customs, &c., and the recall of those officers who have been disturbers of the common peace, and has added the marginal note, “ The like impositions as are now put upon the English at Jacatra to be yielded by the Dutch in the fort which the English shall build hereafter.” To the 7th article, touching the fort at Pulicat, he has written “ Agreed,” and the 8th article and explanation as to the punishment of their own people Sec. Calvert has struck out, but has added in marginal notes, in reference to the engagement of equal privileges, “ these payments to be alike either in money or commodity,” and concerning the number of men in garrison, that “ the numbers shall be certain and necessary, and employed only to the service of both the Companies.” [2 pages. East Indies, Vol. II., JS T o. 47.] 209 . “ State of the business of Bantam.” By the convention between the two Companies it is ordered that the trade of Bantam must be regulated and redressed, and that to this effect the Council of Defence should first try “ all sweet ways ” to persuade the Pen- gran, that failing, they should be authorised to employ such other means as they should think fit. “ Sweet ways ” failing three times, the Council of Defence ordered that the town should be cannonaded by the ships of both Companies. Those of the Low Countries have satisfied their part, and because the English alleged they were un¬ provided with ships and men, they furnished up the part of the English. Now the Dutch demand reimbursement for half the charge, pleading the 10th, 18th, 19th, and 20th articles of the treaty, but offer nevertheless to pretend to nothing of the charge if the English will abandon the hope of that trade wholly to them. The English Company maintain that the words underlined show that it was in the power of the Council of Defence to appoint the F 2 84 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1622-3. Sept.-Jan. charge more to one than the other, and that consequently the English should he discharged from any further charge. Against this the Dutch urge that according to the treaty the two Companies should bear the charges and enjoy the profits equally. [One page. French; also abstract in English. East Indies, Vol. II., Nos. 48, 49.] 210 . Report of the conferences between the States Ambassadors and the Lords Commissioners concerning the East Indies. In reference to the English bearing half the charge where they have half the profit, upon which the States Ambassadors insist and fortify by the 10th, 18th, 19th, and 20th articles of the treaty, and on being desired to name some particular charge, with much un¬ willingness made instance of the siege of Bantam, where the four expeditions were not performed at equal charge. It was answered that their Lordships had received satisfaction at Hampton Court in the expeditions of the 28th April, 22nd May, and 25th December 1620; but for that of 8th November 1621, if the merchants had failed of what the Council of Defence had agreed upon, it was thought fit the English should make it good. Arguments on the persistence of the Ambassadors that the Council of Defence had no power to determine the charge, the proportions being ordered in the treaty. Reply of the Lords Commissioners: that the Pengran hath refused to treat with the Dutch, but offereth trade to the English; that it is not reasonable that they who have no aim but trade should bear the charges of another’s'conquest and sovereignty, or either be entrapped in offensive wars or have unknown accounts made upon them. For these and other reasons their Lordships thought not fit to yield to that general proposition of equal charge, but ever concluded with their former offer that the English should bear that part of the charge which was proportioned upon them by the Council of Defence, according to the treaty and the explanation thereof. In the margin of one copy Sec. Calvert has written : “ By which it appeareth that the business of Bantam is governed by a particular reglement, for that affair only, and not alone by the treaty.” [Five pages. East Indies, Vol. II., Nos. 50, 51. Tivo copies .] 211 . [The States Ambassadors’] minutes of debates with the States Ambassadors and the Lords of the Privy Council about the business of the East Indies. Recapitulate what has taken place at several meetings, particularly on the 16th and 18th November ( see ante, No. 178), when the Lords of the Privy Council desired that the two points of the number of ships of defence and building forts in the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda should be agreed on. To which the States Ambassadors replied: That the desire of the English merchants on the first point was directly contrary to the treaty, which his Majesty declared should remain in its entirety; that the number [of ships] is necessary to secure trade, and that if the States did not see the evident danger of reducing the number, they would be as inclined as the English to get rid of the onerous expense. As to the other of forts : That neither the English nor the Dutch had yet reconnoitred the Indies, nor given any advice what forts, where, and how many would be hereafter necessary, which ought first to EAST INDIES. 85 1622-3. Sept.-Jan. be done according to the 24th article of the treaty. \Two pages. French. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 52.] 212 . “ The points necessary to be considered of in the reglement of trade for the future.” Concerning the 20 ships of defence and their employment mentioned in the 10th article ; the Dutch refuse to lessen the number. Forts in the Moluccas, Banda, and Amboyna; the three years mentioned in the 24th being already expired, the Dutch “ seem to deny us liberty to erect forts.” Pooloroon; the Dutch agree to restore it; also to demolish the fort at Lantar, and that island to be possessed equally by both Companies. The King has declared that the Dutch are to have two thirds of the trade, the English one third. The place of residence for the English Council of Defence ; agreed that some new place shall be chosen; and the punishment of the people of each Company, also agreed upon. [Two pages. Endorsed, “ 1622.” Two copies. East Indies, Vol. II., Nos. 53, 54.] 213. Reglement between the English and Dutch East India Com¬ panies. In eight articles, corrected and with marginal notes by Sec. Calvert. 1. The English Council of Defence to elect an in¬ different place for residence.— “Agreed.” 2. Touching the ships of defence struck out as “ sufficiently provided for by the treaty, unless they will explain it as we desire.” 3. Equal charge for forts ; “ pro¬ vided for in the 8, 12, and 15 art. of the explanation.” 4. As to criminals, slaves, or refugees.— “ Agreed ” so far forth as it is not prejudicial to the 28th article. 5. Each nation to have the punish¬ ment of its own criminals.— Struck out. 6. The English Company not to bear the expences of the colleges, schools, or table of the Dutch Governors, or the presents they make.—“ Agreed.” 7. Neither letters of marque to be granted nor seizure of ships or goods made on either side, “ a new article and needless.” 8. Liberty to both Companies to build forts in two {altered to three ) years, according to 24 article. “ It is already at liberty and needs no article.”— Agy •eed. “ This article was underwritten Agreed [in my Lord Treasurer’s chamber struck out ] by the desire of the English merchants, who likewise before the Lords Commissioners would have yielded to the term of three years. But the question being again renewed the 30th of this present [ ? Dec.] it was otherwise answered, and by consent of all parties referred to the 24th article of the treaty. The general reservation is that if all the articles were not settled, it should be understood nothing was.”— Agreed. [Two pages. French. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 55.] 214 . Memorial of the States Ambassadors to the King. Having considered the writing which [Sir Ed.] Conway brought them this morning to be by them accepted and signed, they desire with all their hearts to put a final conclusion to this accord to his Majesty’s satisfaction; but complain that by this writing the payments for the pepper and ryals are to be made in a short time in English money in London, instead of in one month after the Ambassadors return to Amsterdam. Pray that what has been already agreed upon may be confirmed, nothing being in dispute but security for 86 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1622-3. Sept.-Jan. the fulfilling of what has been or shall be concluded and signed, for which they are ready to pledge the public faith of their State. Request sufficient time to make their report, by reason the frost may still exclude them some weeks from their country. Never¬ theless, as a proof to his Majesty of their integrity, candour, and sincere intentions, and seeing how the English Company distrust their promises, said Ambassadors are willing that one or two of the deputies of the Dutch Company shall remain here as proposed until the treaty, and the payment depending thereon, be satisfied. Pray his Majesty to proceed to a decision of the Black Lion, to cause the convention as agreed between the two Companies to be signed, and to give said Ambassadors leave to finish this negociation, since by these means they will have fully satisfied all that could be expected from them. [ French. Two copies; one endorsed by Sec. Calvert, “Paper from the States Ambassadors.” Two pages. East Indies, Vol. II., Nos. 56, 57.] 215 . Proposals of the States Ambassadors concerning the Black Lion. That if it be not possible to escape from the differences of the [Black] Lion by a final accord, the King will agree to refer the decision to the Parliament of Paris, where it may be promptly given at the instance of the two Companies, caution to be given on either side de judicatum solvi. Those of the Low Countries contend that 38,000/. is due. That if his Majesty does not approve of this reference to the Parliament, that said Ambassadors may be allowed to return and report to their sovereigns the state of this difference. In either case, those of the Low Countries will be content and ready to satisfy all the other articles that have been regulated and agreed on by the mediation of his Majesty and the Lords of the Privy Council, in order to show their great inclination to the accord. [One page. French. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 58.] 216 . “ Discourse ” of Sir Henry Marten, Judge of the Admiralty, concerning the Black Lion, and goods in her, which were burnt casually after having been taken by the English. Whether a ship taken by either East India Company from the other, though it had come to their hands and possession, shall be subject to restitution if the same hath perished when in the hands, custody, possession, or service of the same Company. “ I say nothing ought to be paid by the English. With the opinion of Sir William Byrde, Dean of the Arches, that “ the words of the treaty [1619], and the explanation thereof, and the fact being as they are therein mentioned, the con¬ clusions thereof “are well warranted by law to my best under¬ standing.” [Nine pages. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 59.] 217 . Answer of the East India Company to the reply of the Dutch concerning the Black Lion, addressed to “ our very good Lords [of the Privy Council], Complain much of the confused manner of the handling of the controversies by the Dutch, the mingling of things of different considerations, and “ casting in a heap of impertinencies and petitiones principii ;” after which follow long arguments in reference to the meaning of that part of the treaty which relates to the restoration of the Black Lion and her goods, EAST INDIES. 87 1622-3. Sept.-Jan. which arguments are freely interspersed with quotations from eminent legal authorities in support of same. [Eight 'pages. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 60.] 218 . Memorial of the States Ambassadors to the King. Concerning that which [Sir Ed.] Conway has on the King’s part proposed, that the States Ambassadors should give caution in this city or pay a part of the debt in money down, with caution for the remainder, or that all or the greater part of them should stay in this city until payment be made or other satisfaction given. The Ambassadors declare that the deputies who accompany them have neither power to give caution nor to make any payment without first reporting to their principals. Therefore said Ambassadors beseech his Majesty to proceed to a decision about the Black Lion, and to rest satisfied that in signing the accord they engage the public faith of their State, which has never given cause of doubt to State or person, and they pray his Majesty to grant them an audience and permission to report to their sovereigns what they have concluded after a negocia- tion of 14 months. [ One pjage and a quarter. French. East Indies, Vol. II, No. 61.] 219 . Account of negociations between the States Ambassadors and Lords Commissioners. That the Ambassadors have promised to give caution in the city of London for restitution of the sum detained for freight, assurance, and just charges, the money to be paid so soon as the English shall have brought the pepper belong¬ ing to those of the Low Countries into Holland. Also to give assurance for the 97,000 and odd ryals to be paid in the Indies, and, lastly, to give assurance within 18 months to pay the price the English merchandizes were sold for. Question of payment in read} 7 money. The Ambassadors and Dutch merchants ready to sign to bind the public faith. Present article for payment of the money at a certain time. Defuse, in case they fail to underwrite, that their ships and goods should be seized on (“ because it were shameful for them to presuppose such a necessity ”), but acknowledge that power and justice would then be in the King’s hand to take entire satisfac¬ tion on their whole estate. [ Three pages. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 62.] 220 . Draft of the “ article ” referred to in the previous paper, in which the Dutch Company undertake to pay the English East India Company the sum of [left blank], in current money of England, the 10th day of March next ensuing, in the East India House, commonly called Crosby, in Bishopsgate Street, in the city of London, and in default the Dutch Commissioners bind themselves and their prin¬ cipals, with their ships and goods, to pay the sum of 150,000/. to the English Company. [One page and a quarter. French. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 63.] 221 . “ An article touching the realls of eight.” The Netherlands Company is indebted to that of England in the sum of 97,320 ryals of eight found in the ships Star, Bear, and Dragon at the time of their capture, which they promise to restore in specie to the English Company in London within one month after demand made by the 88 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1G22-3. Sept.-Jan. English deputies at Amsterdam. [Three quarters of a page. French. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 64.] 222 . “ Agreement between the States Ambassadors and the East India Company in England.” That after long debate the King’s Commissioners and the States Ambassadors have finally agreed upon and settled all differences between the two companies, by which decision the sum of (sic, blank) becomes payable within three months to the English Company according to the articles agreed on, part at the hotel commonly called Crosby House, in the city of London, and part at Amsterdam, and moreover that out of that part to be paid in London the sum of 20,000L sterling be paid in advance. [Two pages. French. Endorsed as above. East Indies, Vol. II., Nos. 65, 66. Two copies .] 1622. Dec. 31. 223 . Richard Cocks to the East I ndia Company. His las Firando. dated 14 Nov., was by the Bull; account of the cargo then sent, also in the Elizabeth now going to Jacatra. The Dutch have sold great store of broadcloth, and have written for more, as he has done. The reason of these sales is the rumour of Avar; a great conspiracy having been discovered against the person of the Em¬ peror Shongo Same by eight or nine of the greatest and power- fullest princes in Japan, and it is thought his own brethren and nearest kinsmen have a hand in it, and that the King of this place is not free. It is thought, the adverse party being so strong, that the Emperor dare not meddle with them, but will Avink at the matter and make peace Avith them. The Dutch have sent great store of money and provisions to their fort at Piscadores, thinking to get trade with the Chinas, which Cocks is persuaded will not fall out to their expectation, except they take the China junks bound to Formosa, called by them Taccasanga; and if they do this there Avill be no staying in Japan for them, for the Emperor of Japan lias given the Chinese his pass or goshan to trade with Japan. Arrival of Edmund Sayer, Avith Ric. Hudson and two Hollanders, at Miako, on their way to Yedo, Avith presents for the Emperor and his Council; there all men speak ill of them and cry out against them, so he knows not whether their presents Avill be accepted. Silk has fallen in price, and is not worth so much as at the arrival of the fleet; has sold most of his stock on trust. Andrea Dittis, the China captain, still maintains that our nation but not the Hollanders may have trade into China. He hopes to come towards England next monsoon. [One page and a half. O.O., Vol. IX., No. 1093.] 1622 ? 224 . Thirty Articles particularly recommended by the commission for trade for its advancement, with observations. The 28th article concerns the East India merchants, “ that their trading turn not to the prejudice of the kingdom.” [Three pages, in the handwriting of Sir Robert Heath. Domestic Corresp., Jac. /., Vol. CXXXV, No. 53, Gal., p. 477.] (1622.) 225 . A second request of Augustine Spaldinge to the President and Council. Whereas his former request was to have their allowance EAST INDIES. 89 (1622.) for his going home with the Palsgrave, his time of covenanted serving in the country being expired, and his body sickly and weak. Their reasons so far prevailed with him, as to be willing to stay until the departure of the next ship. But having received letters from his wife and friends in England, that the Company have been most falsely informed by some that went home in the Royal James, that he has committed misdemeanours to the prejudice and wronging of the Company, his earnest request is that they would make enquiry of those chief points which his wife and friends write he is falsely accused of, especially as so many men of note and worth are now met here together, that are best able to testify the contrary; and give a certificate how they find it, and further, what his car¬ riage and care of the Company’s service has been, so that if it should please God to take him out of this vale of miseries unto the hill of His mercies before his return to England, he may send same to his wife and friends, for the Company’s better satisfaction of his truth and honesty. The chief things he is accused withal are:— That he has not only prejudiced the Company by private trade, but that on the coast of Sumatra and Jacatra has sold many bales of silk for his own account. Acknowledges that he sold at several times goods to the value of 450 or 500 ryals, which were truly his own, not to spend in riot and wantonness, but for the better relief of his wife and family; but he never wronged or prejudiced his employers in the least measure. Endorsed, “ Copy of a Request made by Augustine Spalding, 1622.” [One 'page and a half. O.C., Vol. IX., A T 0 . 1109.] 1622. 226 , Copies of the King’s firmans to all Rahdars and to Mul- ilcree [? Herat.] laimbeg, and of the King’s demands. The taking silk from Guylan or Shirwan for Ispahan to be free. All viziers and governors to be ready to provide camels and mules without delay, and to guard them from place to place. The King demands coats of mail, guns of six palms length, fine cloth, morse teeth, mastiffs, water and land spaniels, Irish greyhounds, and the smallest lap-dogs to be found, well-tempered knives, some singular pieces of goldsmiths’ work, some of the finest and choicest sorts of china, some of the drug called Mamoora cli China, drinking glasses, and “ Delian in Franck, a kind of blue stone, whereof they make powder.for eyes.” Endorsed, “ 1622. The King of Persia his demands, with other privileges granted us, at the agents’ being at Court.” [One page and a half. O.O., Vol. IX., Xo. 1113.] 1622. 227 . Catalogue of writings sent for England in the Palsgrave, 1622, comprising wills, inventories, accounts, consultations, pro¬ ceedings, protests, answers, letters, and certificates. Endorsed, “ Cata¬ logue of all the writings sent from Jacatra &c. into England by the Palsgrave.” [One page and a half. O.G., Vol. IX., Xo. 1110.] 1622 ? 228 . Notes of bad debts, &c. at Jambi and elsewhere to be charged to W. M[anistone’s] account. [One page. O.C., Vol. IX., Xo. 1112.] (1622.) 229 . Account of goods brought into Holland by the Dutch East India Company and there sold, restorable to the English; consisting 90 COLONIAL PAPERS. (1622.) of pepper valued at 46,623?. 12s. 0c?., silk at 1,786?. 8s. 10 d., and “the unieorn’s horn” at 400?., total 48,810?. 0s. 10 d. ; from which is to be deducted for freight and assurance 10,837?. 12s. lie?., leaving 37,972?. 7s. 11c?. net. [Extract from Holland Corresp .] 1622-1624. 230 . Extracts from letters containing accounts of the sale of divers jewels in Surat belonging to Morris Abbott, and others. The 1,000?. jewel sold for 5,280 rupees. The pair of pendant pearls at 2,300 rupees. Two pair emeralds, weighing 117 and 136 carats, set in gold with two small rubies to adorn them, sold for 2,910 rupees nett. [One page. O.O., Vol. IX., Xo. 1092.] 1622 . Petitions to the East India Company of Persons who solicit Employment, Increase of Wages, or Payment of Wages due to their Relatives in the Company’s Service. Date. Name of Petitioner. Subject of Petition. Refei’ence. 1G22. Jan. 4 Marian Starr Part of her husband’s wages Court Min. Bk. V. 299 - William Walker, surgeon’s mate Recompense for service - 55 55 „ 11 - William Willson - Part of son’s wages 302 - Thos. Corbett - - William Roundey’s wages 55 303 „ 1G - Abel Ashworth - [Not stated] - 55 55 55 55 - Sarah Hollice - - [Not stated] - 55 55 55 55 - Phillip Woorgan - About pepper - 55 55 - Samuel Gooch - - [Not stated] - 55 55 - Edward Bilton - - [Ditto] 55 X 55 55 55 - George Smith - - [Ditto] ... 55 55 - Gilbert Lodge - - [Ditto] - 55 55 55 - Joan Nicholson - [Ditto] 55 55 55 55 - Francis Chamberleyn - - About providing cooks - 55 55 55 55 - Lucy Bayly - [Not stated] - 55 55 „ 23 - Widow Lemman - Her husband’s wages, &c. 307 55 55 - Phillip Woorgan - About pepper - 55 25 - Isaac Crowder, steward - 200 ryals, part of his goods 310 - Do. - - 1,300 ryals of Thomas Crowther, Widow [Ann] Taylor - purser, deceased. Allowance for timber 55 311 „ 30 - Edward Charley, surgeon - Wages of his servant, Thomas 55 315 55 55 Do. - Dobbins, who died at Poolo- roon. Increase of his son George’s 55 55 55 55 Dr. Hill - _ wages. Employment for his nephew 55 31G 55 55 - Martin Chester, master gunner Increase of wages, &c. - 55 318 of the Blessing. Edward Tynes - 50/. for his outfit 318 55 55 - Mary Jackson - - Her brother George Cockayne’s 55 55 Feb. 1 Viscount Mandeville, Lord Pre- estate. Employment for Philip Wood, 55 320 55 55 sident of the Council. Thomas Dryfield his kinsman. Purchase of indigo 321 „ 4 - Alice Taylor - Employment for her son 322 55 55 - Katherine Hamlin - George Sute, her servant’s wages 55 55 EAST INDIES 91 Date. Name of Petitioner. Subject of Petition. Reference. 1622. Feb. G Mrs. Fitzlierbert Part of her husband’s wages Court Min. Bk, V. 324 99 99 - Isaac Crowder - Allowance for 203 pieces of 8 - .V 99 „ 8 - The ships’ carpenters Payment of wages 99 327 99 99 - Philip Woorgan Allowance for his pepper 99 99 „ 11 - Mary Jackson - Her brother George Cockayne’s 99 328 99 5 9 — Hanson - estate. Captain Pepwell’s estate - Wages of Thos. Cullen 99 329 » 13 - Mayor and jurats of Dover 99 333 „ 20 Bartholomew Waytes, auditor - Employment for his son - 99 339 Robert Owen - Wages - 99 )? 55 - Edward Crany ... Servant’s wages ... 99 99 55 55 - Joan Orton - Servant’s wages ... Her husband’s wages 99 99 - Rebecca Fernandus, widow 99 99 5> 55 - Ann Jeffery, widow Charity - 99 340 Thomas Robinson Wages in advance - 99 99 . Edward Bilton - His servant’s wages 99 99 - Susan Thompson, widow of Robt. Part of her brother Joseph 99 343 ,, 25 Kendall. Henry Mitchell - Benson’s wages. His brother Mordochay’s estate 99 99 55 55 - Margaret Sherwood Part of her husband’s wages 99 346 „ 27 _ William Beadle - Giles Painter - 99 347 _ — Alford, on behalf of Wm. Their brother Thomas’ estate - 99 350 55 99 and Eras. Singleton. George Loveyt and Alice Tyler Payment for painting the Com- 99 99 Mar. 1 Henry Edens - panys’ house at Blackwall. Pension for his son’s services - 99 351 99 99 - Priscilla, wife of Henry Rick- Part of her husband’s wages 99 99 man. Maudelin Selby, widow Her late husband’s wages 99 352 - Robert Rolf - Part of two servants’ wages 99 354 » H Jane Albrook - - - Part of her brother’s wages 99 358 _ John Crowther - His son’s estate 99 361 _ Sibil Clarke - Her son William Symondson’s 99 362 „ 11 Elizabeth Wood estate. Part of her husband’s wages 99 363 „ 13 - Abigail Carpenter Part of wages of Stephen La- 99 369 „ 15 Emanuel Butta, master of the rimer. His pay ... 99 370, 5 „ 18 Blessing. Margery Moss - Part of her husband’s wages 99 375 - Wife of Thomas Echell Part of her husband’s wages 99 99 27 _ Mary, wife of John Burred Her servant’s wages 99 381 _ Elizabeth, wife of Gilbert Part of her husband’s wages 99 99 Richardson. Sibilla Fielder - Her son Robert Carter’s property 99 99 Jane Albrooke - Her husband’s wages - 99 382 _ Grace, wife of Michael Willis - Part of her husband’s wages 99 99 _ Anne, widow of Roger Smith - Her late husband’s pay - 99 99 _ Thomas East, waterman Part of his servant Joseph Tar- 99 99 „ 29 - Wife of Richard Jones, sailor - rant’s wages. Part of her husband’s pay 99 385 April 10 George Lovett and Alice, widow Payment for painting the Com- 99 391 of Thomas Tyler. Maudelin Selby - - pany’s house at Blackwall. Charity - 99 392 . Elizabeth Alexander Part of her husband’s wages 99 99 _ Richard Hole - Payment for making sails Part of her husband’s wages 99 393 _ Martha Miller - 99 99 _ Joan Jackson - Her discharge from Newgate 99 99 „ 17 _ Samuel Bass - His wages ... 99 399 _ Sibilla Fielder - Her son’s property 99 400 „ 26 _ Thomas Jones - His wages ... 99 403 99 99 - Henry Goldwell Purser’s place - 99 404 92 COLONIAL PAPERS Date. Name of Petitioner. Subject of Petition. Reference. 1622. May 3 Isaac Crowther - Estate and employment - Court Min. Bk. V. 410 - Fielder and wife Estate of Robert Carter, de- 99 411 99 6 Tobias Harris, steward - ceased. To be a purser - To be a purser’s mate - 99 415 99 - Arthur Fowkes - 99 99 99 10 - Isaac Crowther Balance of wages 99 417 99 ?) - Peter Pett - His servant’s wages 99 418 99 15 - Captain Pring - 1,500/. of his wages 99 422 99 17 - Bartholomew Churchman Money disbursed to the Com- 99 427 99 99 Dorothy, wife of John Rowe pany’s servants in their cap¬ tivity in the Indies. Her husband’s wages 99 99 99 22 - Margaret Burton Part of her husband’s wages 99 429 99 >> - John, father of Thomas Crow- His son’s estate 99 99 99 ther. Rebecca, wife of Thomas Agard Joan, widow of Thos. Perkins - Her husband’s wages 99 430, 3 5) 99 “ The Company’s cooper’s work - 99 99 June 5 George Hazard .... His brother Samuel Hazard’s 99 438 99 99 . Mayor and Commonalty of Bristol estate. A legacy of 250/. from Richd. 99 440 99 . Captain Watts - Wickham. Employment for his son under 99 441 13 Jane Yard, widow Hawley. Property of her husband 99 448 99 99 - Cyprian Mills - Porter at Crosby House 99 449 >> 99 - — Hawley ... Richard Robinson to serve him 99 99 99 - Do. - 100/. advance of wages - 99 99 99 - Katherine Barbour Part of her son’s wages Part of her husband’s wages 99 450 99 - Mary, widow of William 99 451 18 — Streamer. Rebecca Agard - Her pepper - 99 455 5> 21 - Elizabeth, widow of Nicholas Allowance on her husband’s ac- 456 55 99 Sadler. David Bourne - count. Ilis adventure in 1st joint stock 458 )> 26 - Valentine Markham, auditor Increase of wages 463 5? 29 - Thomas Thornborough, purser - Allowance for 8 cwt. of pepper 99 469 99 99 - Christopher Brown, master Do. 18 do. 99 471 ?> 99 - [Randall] Jesson Do. 4 do. 99 99 99 99 - — Waller Do. 4 do. 99 “ Valentine Pretorius Dantisker - Do. 50 books of calico 99 99 1622 . Names of Persons admitted and sworn Free Brethren of the East India Company. Date. Free Brethren. To whom bound. By Fine or otherwise. Reference. 1622. Feb. 13 May 15 Elias Smith - William Bayart - John Dike s 10s. to poor box - By patrimony Court Min. Book V. 331 417 & 422 EAST INDIES. 93 1622 . Transfers of Adventures in the East India Company. Date. From. To. Amount. Name of Stock. Reference. Court Min. 1622. £ Book V. Jan.11 William Besart - Sampson Newport 400 Second joint stock 303 „ 23 Robert Pinchen - Isaac Van Paine 500 Do. 306 „ 25 Katherine Cotton (deed.) John Cotton 300 First joint stock 311 » 28 Augustine Lucotella Morris Abbott - 200 Second joint stock 314 „ 30 ? Robert Bell Robert Cambell 200 Do. 315 ff y> Do. Cicely Dunscombe 200 Do. if Feb. 1 Mrs. Greenwell - — Godsueh 200 Old joint stock - 319 ff ff Do. Charles Bostock 300 Do. a ff ff Do. Adam Boddins 400 Do. ff ff Sir William Russell Robert Leman - 800 Second joint stock 321 99 ff George Scott George Scott and 3,200 Do. 341 Thomas Brace. if ff Giles Martin John Cordall 300 Old joint stock ff a Richard Hearne, Alder- Richard Champin 400 First joint stock ff man. ff a Richard Waggstaffe Isaac Pennington 100 Old joint stock - if „ 27 William Bayert - Geoflry Kirby 900 Second joint stock 347 Mar. 8 Gabriel Barbor - Morris Abbott and 419 Do. 362 Mary Harrison. „ 13 Isaac Pennington Isaac Van Paine 500 Do. 367 a a Mrs. Greenwell, widow - Derick Hoest - Remainder of First joint stock ff 400 » 15 Do. Thomas Hampsou 100 Do. 371 a ff Do. Richard Beresford Remainderof Do. ff 400 „ 27 George Scott William Rolph - 150 Second joint stock 381 ff a Daniel Pennington Isaac Pennington 1,000 Do. 5 * „ 29 George Scott and Thomas John Woodward 400 Do. 385 Brace. April 10 Barbara Crompton William Palmer 400 Do. 391 „ 26 John Denly Katherine Leaver 800 Do. 403 May 6 Sir John Wolstenholme - Alderman Halliday - 2,250 divs. Do. 413 John Denly Mrs. Leaver 800 Do. 415 „ 15 Robert Leman Richard Beresford 800 £ s. d. Do. 422 Geoflrev Prescott Thomas Burton - 83 6 8 First joint stock ff Do. Nicholas Earle - 83 6 8 Do. ff ff if Do. Ellis Crispe for J 83 6 8 Do. if if Do. Carew Sanders - (_ 666 13 4 Second joint stock „ 17 Sir Thomas Smythe, for ] Richard Westby, de- > deased. Sir Thomas Smythe - £ 400 400 First joint stock Second joint stock 427 ff „ 24 William Bayart, senr. William Bayart, jun. - 800 Do. 434 J une 5 John Coghill Henry Coghill - 6,500 Do. 440 „ 7 John Saris William Stone, Trea- 300 First joint stock 445 surer. 1623. Jan. 4. 231 . Locke to Carleton. The States and our Commissioners have agreed on divers points, as appears by the enclosed note [see No. 232]. It is expected every day that they should make an end, and it is said that the King will see it done before he goes. [.Extract from Domestic Covresp., Jac. I., Vol. GXXXVII., No. 4, Cal., p. 479.] 94 COLONIAL PAPERS. [1623.] [Jan. 4.] 1623. Jan. 4. London. Jan. 0. Batavia. 232 . “ Points remaining to be concluded in the East India business.” The first eight articles are the same in substance as in No. 213, but there are two additional articles concerning the charge of the garri¬ sons in the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda, and the restitution of Pooloroon to the English. To each article are the words, “ desired by the English ” or “ desired by the Dutch.” A general article is to be conceived to enjoin both Companies to a full observance of all things contained in the treaty. Endorsed as above by Sir Dudley Carleton ; also “ Sent with my letters the 4th of Jany. 1622-3.” [Two Images. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 67.] 233 . Chamberlain to Carleton. The States [Commissioners] make long work ; thinks it were a hard knot that could not be tied or untied in less than 13 or 14 months that they have been about it. However the business be ended or whatever the conditions, Chamber- lain doubts our East India Company will be never the better for them. [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXXXVII., No. 5, Cal., p. 479.] 234 . Thomas Brockedon, Augustus Spalding, and William Meth- wold to the General and Council of the Dutch Company. Whereas on the 7th of Nov. 1622 they delivered a protest against the General, and therein appealed from the sentence given against their employers (concerning the surprising of a China junk) to the King of Great Britain and the States General, according to the 30th article of the Accord. But said General on the 2nd of this month sent the Secre¬ tary of the Council of the Fort Batavia and others with an extract from the council book of the Council of India declaring the appeal void, and demanding the payment of 8,115|-ryals ; to which Richard Fursland and his Council answered that they stood to their appeal, and could not in such manner part with their master’s goods, therefore the General might proceed as he pleased. The next day the same demands were made, and 24 hours given to “ exhibit the aforesaid sum,” to which the like answer was returned as before. At this the General was much offended, and “ in threatening manner advised us not to engage our persons in this business,” and sent the fiscal, town bailiff, and four others, who took the keys of our warehouse and seized in China goods formerly surprised, goods amounting to 16,182 ryals, whereas our masters have received but the value of 6,205 ryals, by which partial and rigorous proceedings the contract is not only violated, but the loss and disgrace of our Company chiefly intended. Neither are we ourselves without danger, seeing that the speaking of “ you may do what you please ” may so far incur the General’s displeasure as to “ ingage our persons.” Wherefore, having no other refuge left, we hereby protest against the violent and injurious proceedings of said General and his Council, and declare how much our employers are wronged and damnified in reputation and estate, especially by being deprived of appeal, the only means of relief ordained by the Accord. “ Delivered in the Fort Batavia to the General and his Council, by us here underwritten, the day and year above written.” Enclosure in a letter from Sec. Conway to Sir EAST INDIES. 95 1623. 1023 ? 1623. Jan. 0. Batavia. Dudley Carleton at the Hague, of 25th June 1624. Endorsed, “Received in London, 29th May 1624, out of Holland by the Pinnace Hazewindt.” [Two pages. Holland Corresp .] 235 . Complaints of the East India Company against the Dutch. That they prevent the English from enjoying a third part of the fruits of the Moluccas, which is contrary to the treaty, and deny the English the liberty of paying their men as the Dutch do, with clothes and victuals. The injuries done to the English in the Moluccas, consisting of 36 articles, the Company have sent over to be debated in Holland. Also “ concerning the taking of the Chinese junk ” by the English. [Two pages and a half East Indies, Vol. II., Ho. 68.] 236 . Collection, in 36 articles, of several parcels which the (Dutch) Governor of the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda has constrained the deputies of the English Company to pay in those parts, against all reason and justice ; delivered to the General of the Netherlands Company by President Fursland and Council, desiring that he would make restitution for those parcels which belong not to our Company to pay, and to moderate others according to equity and justice. These have reference to the excessive charges in Banda for a galley “ wholly rotten,” and for 29 Tingans left there by the Dutch General after the taking of Banda; to the allowances made to the slaves and prisoners in the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda ; to buildings not fortifications, but summer houses, warehouses, shops, merchants’ chambers, and lodgings of brick and stone; to schools in the Mo¬ luccas, Amboyna, and Banda, and a new school-house in Pooloway; to double allowances to soldiers in the hospital; to the Governor’s bedding, hangings, and apparel for the boys ; to unreasonable gifts extraordinaries, and voyage of the Governor of Amboyna “ to enlarge the dominions and conquest of the Netherlanders ”; to refusing the English to participate in one-third part of all the spices the places afford, contrary to the contract. In all places rotten and decayed rice is given the hogs, hens, &c., and decayed cloth to the surgeons, and yet charged at the dearest rate the best is sold for; the account of gifts, fortification, and garrison most excessive in Amboyna ; also for the soldiers’ allowance, and yet no extraordinary table kept for the officers—a plain error. The expenses of the Governor’s table in all places unreasonable, especially in Banda, being more than the whole garrison of soldiers, who are 15 times as many. At Pooloway their ships were detained until they had paid for a school newly built. The Governor of Banda restrained their people from sending- boats to sea to surprise their enemies the Ceramiers, and through the unfriendly proceedings of the Governor of Pooloroon they wholly lost their debts there. They do not enjoy the third part of the vent of clothing, rice, and other commodities, as by agreement; the soldiers are paid in clothing, and sell same to the inhabitants at a third less than the market value, to the utter spoil of the trade ; gifts, slaves, provisions, Ac. are taxed at what rate the merchant thinks good, and “ our cloth lies rotting upon our hands.” They dare not trust, because of the Netherlanders’ order that they shall not constrain 96 COLONIAL PAPERS, 1623. payment. All benefits, as customs, imposts, &c., are enjoyed to the particular use of the Netherlander. “ Anything that is for the Netherlands’ advantage they will have present performance of, but whatsoever makes against their benefit, though never so unreasonable, they will have referred to Batavia,” “ and to call anything in question is on our part accounted heinous crime and an opposing of the Governor’s authority.” [ Seven pages and a half. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 69.] 1623 ? 237. “ Extracts out of our advices received out of Holland.” Much discourse in the Assembly concerning the managing of their trade of spices, seeing they had or were like to have the sole trade of the Moluccas, Amboyna, &c. The price of cloves, nutmegs, and mace was to be raised while that of pepper, others dividing the trade with them, was to be so depreciated as to make it a loss to export it from the Indies. [Half a page. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 70.] 1623. Jan. Batavia. 238. Extract out of the book of the Resolutions of the Council of Defence. The committees of the English Company, having shown that they have not had any supply from England, that it is impos¬ sible for them to send to the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda, and that they thought fit to withdraw their men altogether from the said quarters, desired the General to counsel them, and accommodate them as much as possible ; whereupon he answered and promised that they should leave a man or two in the principal places; that what their merchants have remaining there, according to the esti¬ mation in ready money, shall be accepted; that out of the mass of spices, their contingent shall be here delivered pro rata; and that their men and goods shall be brought hither in our ships, for such freight as shall be found fitting. Which the committees did thank¬ fully accept. Signed : Richard Fursland, Thomas Brockedon, Augustin Spalding, William Methwold, Jan Pieterson Coen, Pieter de Car- pentier, Willem Janssen, and Jaques Specx. [Dutch. Two pages and a half. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1093 + 1.] Jan. Batavia. 239. English translation of the preceding, f Tivo pages and a half. O.G., Vol. X., No. 1143]. Jan. if. Madrid. 240. The Earl of Bristol to Sec. Calvert. Touching Ormuz; they have here appointed the the Marquis of Montes Claros, the Conde de Gondomar, and one Mendo Mota, a Portugal, to treat thereof; from whom he daily expects a relation of the whole business of their grievances and demands, together with some propositions which he understands they purpose to make concerning the English trade in the East Indies, which as soon as he has received he will send. [Extract from Spanish Corresp .] Jan. ii. Madrid. 241. Extracts from a letter from Madrid. They have of late been much troubled here at the taking of Ormuz by the Persian, assisted (as they say) by the English, which is much aggravated by the Portu¬ guese. Daily expects a relation of the whole business which he intends to send to King James, that such satisfaction may be given as shall be thought fitting. Hopes accidents of this nature will not EAST INDIES. 97 1G23. Jan. 17. Batavia. Jan. |-y. Batavia. any way interrupt the main business (of the Spanish match). {^Ex¬ tract from Spanish Corresp.] 242. Extract of letter from the President and Council to the East India Company lately arrived by Holland ships. It was re¬ solved on the 1st January in Council in no wise to yield consent to the Dutch General’s proposition for private trade with Bantam from the Dutch ship as most prejudicial to the respective Companies trade and designs and against all sense and reason that the Dutch should under pretence of besieging Bantam not only draw the English into part of that needless charge but also debar them from the trade, whilst privately trading themselves, and so furnishing the city with money, the necessity whereof is thought to be the only means to reduce them to reason. This answer the Dutch General seemed to take very discontentedly, becoming very bitter and uncivil, often¬ times “ giving the lie,” and not being able to conceal the “ secret malice lie bare ” to President Brockedon, upon a conceit that Brockedon had written against him concerning the whipping of William Clarke. If the Dutch undertake that trade without their consent, they will endeavour to do the like. On the 16th inst. the Dutch General sent a most insolent answer to theirs of the 6th (a copy whereof they send herewith) demanding how and in what manner they had wronged the English which would be needless for us to reiterate. Continue their resolution to remove from hence and fortify upon Bessee, unless the Dutch resist them by force ; for they are persuaded that the Dutch long for some occasion to do them what mischief they may, and this very day one of their people told them that, being in a tavern the day before, a Dutchman who beareth good affection to our nation told him, “ that their General intended very shortly to do some great villainy against us wishing us to look to ourselves.” This report, though they cannot affirm it to be true, may give them just cause to doubt the worst. “ God of his mercy deliver us from this bloody nation.” [Two pages. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 72.] 243. John Peterson Coen’s Instructions left in the Indies with Peter de Carpcntier, Governor General, and the Council of the Indies. It is well known that those of Portugal and Spain have in former times drawn great riches out of the trade of the East Indies, as have likewise certain particular Companies, both Dutch and English ; yet afterwards the General Netherlands Company have in 18 years “reparted” no more than two capitals, with the charge of above 50 tons of gold taken up at interest, without augmenting their capital in the Indies. The best course to give furtherance to the Netherlandish Company, and hinderance to their enemies. First, to strengthen the Company in the Indies with people and their capital with a good sum of money. A very great number of people is necessary for the inhabiting of Batavia, the Moluccas, Amboyna, Banda, and other places, as well for the prosecution of offensive war with more power than heretofore, as to defend the estate of the Company. More money is requisite, to send great returns into the Netherlands and overcome the great charge of shipping. How to send greater returns than heretofore without any great new supplies G 98 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1G23. from the Netherlands ; to set rules for managing all expences; levy tolls, impositions, and tenths; to people the Company’s lands with a great number of slaves ; and to carry on a great trade of China wares in Japan. The great charges waste the profits and amount to more than 12 tons of gold or 500,000 ryals of eight yearly; how spent. For reformation of this ill-management, all “our people” have contributed “ a reasonable good penny and ransom ” ; the order to maintain the same in the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda must be executed in all things. It is a shame so much should bo spent upon diet for the Governor’s table and the factories in Banda, Amboyna, and the Moluccas, and it is more than time that every man be constrained to set plantation and tillage on foot. For wages; discharge officers who have served their time and can best be spared, they may have wives given them of the natives if not already married, and be paid with clothes as much as may be. Expenses of shipping to be well examined, and all things to be provided at Batavia, or where we have sovereign jurisdiction, that so the Company and none else have the benefit of the expense. The fortifications in Batavia, the Moluccas, Amboyna, Banda, Pulicat, and Solor in so good case, that hereafter not a ryal need be spent therein ; and their reparation and maintenance “ may be done ” by the Company’s subjects, slaves, and prisoners ; this will save 200,000 ryals yearly. More cost of buildings to be bestowed at Batavia. Presents heretofore amounted to about 50,000 ryals the year: there ought to be no more given, but upon assurance of greater benefit to be made thereby. As to levying tolls ; make a levy upon the natives at Batavia, &c., and upon the cattle slaughtered, for what is consumed in that kind may maintain a garrison of 600 men. Tolls must be established in Amboyna, and Banda, not less than 10 per cent, on imports and exports wherein heretofore Governors Speult and Soncke have been too scrupulous. Thus a surplusage may be gained, needful for buying in ordinary returns, so that no more monies need be sent. The peopling and gathering of slaves of extraordinary great conse¬ quence. Batavia, Amboyna, and Banda already so peopled. By the addition of a further reasonable number of people and competent tolls, sufficient means will be found to bear all the charges of the ships, forts, and garrisons; and the presumption of the Ternatans those of Lohoe (Lugho) and their accomplices will be better tamed in this manner than by force of arms. To send ships with the next south¬ east wind to Silan and other places along the Coromandel coast to buy up as many he and she slaves, especially young people, as can be got. No people in the world do us (the Dutch) better service than the Chinese. Send also a ship or two to Madagascar and the coast of Africa for slaves. “ There can be at first no better service done to the Company than in gathering a multitude of people from all parts to people our country withall. Hereby service and honour will be done to Almighty God, the Company shall grow the mightier in the Indies, the forts and garrisons shall be maintained without the Company’s charge, and the profit of the inland trade shall then be employed in buying in of returns to be sent to our native country.” It is of more consequence than buying cloth and other goods. For the buying of slaves there hath been order given ever since 1614, but nothing EAST INDIES. 99 1623. done therein but what Governor Yan Uffle beganin 1622. Pursue it constantly above all other wares in all parts of the Indies where slaves are cheapest and buy as many as the Company’s ships can conveniently stow. Let the buying in of a multitude of young slaves go forward before any other work. Needful to employ divers fleets herein. This buying of slaves to proceed to many thousands, yea to an infinite number. In Batavia there cannot be too many. Rules must be established over them, and they employed in planting, breed¬ ing cattle, fishing, and all kinds of services. Profits and advan¬ tages. Wages of the Mardikers and slaves and their maintenance. How to get the China trade to Pehoe, and to have 800,000 or 1,000,000 ryals capital more than at present. By trade from Pehoe to Japan we should advance above 20 tons of gold yearly. It must be constantly prosecuted “ were it for ten, yea 100 years together.” The Company’s servants and goods are already removed from Battani (? Patani), Sangora, Siam, Acheen, Succadana, Gressic, and Japara, and the like is to be done from Maccho to Jambi. Con¬ cerning the trade between Surat and Batavia. Directions for pur¬ chasing slaves on the coast of Coromandel. The staple of trade must be established in the Castle of Amboyna and Fort Nassau in Banda. Recommends him in the highest degree to handle the matter so that, “ as we have long time projected,” all the cloves, nutmegs, mace, pepper, &c. may be gotten without laying out one ryal of money. It is a great error that there should be so great a sum of money bestowed in pepper at Jambi and Patani, whereunto they were forced by the English, who now have no money there. The trade on the coast of Sumatra, &c. Needful to send an ambas- sage with a good present to the Materan, to the Emperor of Japan, and to Ceucheu for the furtherance of the China trade. Concerning Bantam, they must have patience and hold the town besieged until a composition happen. An agreement must be made with the English to buy up the pepper; “ and in regard our masters have been at excessive charges above the English, and better provided of money and goods, it will be needful to stand hard upon it to obtain prerogative above the English and all others by some advantage in the buying in of pepper and other China wares.” It is in no sort fit to deal with Bantam by the mediation of the English (as the Pengran would have it) unless with some notable advantage. How the Dutch stand in the Materan’s way in Batavia ; and the good which may come from thence. How the Dutch Company’s capital might be augmented in the Indies ; whereby might be spared 30 tons of gold, which the “ yearly equipages ” amount to, according to the letter of the 17 Committees, dated from the Hague, 24th April 1622. Not needful either now or next year to send one ryal into the Moluccas, Banda, and Amboyna; the tolls and impositions will be enough for buying nutmegs and mace. Cloves must be altogether bought with clothes, rice, and other, merchandize. Directions for carrying on the “ inland tradeand on the Coromandel coast, Battania (Patani ?), Surat, Moccha, the Moluccas, and Peho. The China trade will take up the greatest part of their money. In one voyage to Japan above 75 per cent, may be gained; sufficient to buy up all the returns needful for Europe. Trade with the Materan’s country. Recom- G 2 100 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1G23. mends orchards and gardens being planted on the “ void ground ” of the city of Batavia; for the better furthering of this planting and breeding of all necessaries at Banda and Amboyna, and to put life into the people to provide beef and bacon, it will be good that from henceforth no provisions except wine be sent thither. Upon complaints out of the Indies the mayors are very much troubled with the English and French, and think the Danes will in like sort complain. Hereupon the Committee of 17, in their said letter of the 14th April 1G22, written in a sharp humour, recommend in earnest manner that they should, as far as is possible, “ avoid all occasion of question, giving way somewhat in small matters, but holding fast in matter of importance, taking heed of attempting anything by way of fact if it may be.” “ Hereupon we say that the least giving way will breed us the most rest and quiet, for by how much the more way is given unto Malapert proud and presumptuous persons the more they think themselves worthy of, and the more they desire.” # * “ The English and French seek nothing but actions and quarrels against us by right and wrong: it being so, who can help them ? Do justice and maintain carefully the sovereignty and highest juris¬ diction in Batavia, the Moluccas, Banda, Amboyna, Pulicat, Selor (Solor), and other places appertaining to the States, without sharing or suffering the English or any other to encroach thereupon. Trust them not any more than open enemies, and give no way to the shortening of the sovereignty and common good, nor of the respect, reputation, and countenance of the same, not weighing too scru- pulously what may fall out.” A third part of the trade in the Muluccas, Amboyna, and Banda is granted to the English, and nothing more, they paying a third of the tolls requisite for the maintenance of all the forts, garrisons, &c. More than this they cannot pretend, or let them have so much less of the trade as the toll comes to, to avoid disputes and for other reasons; but it would be best, if agreement could be made, that they should receive a third part of all the clothes, nutmegs, and maces in Batavia at a price certain. If an opportunity happen you may do well to make the overture. To have a great quantity of rice by way of a constant store. News arrived since writing the above that our people are forbidden trade into China, and have entered into open war with the Chinese. As trade cannot be gotten by friendly means, it is requisite by this present monsoon to send another fleet to visit the coast of China and take prisoners as many men, women, and children as possible. Ships fit for this purpose. An express ambassage should be sent to China, with a letter to Tourschirt Chien, Governor of Hoochien ; but if no good answer be thereupon given, let the trade of the Chinese be hindered in all parts of the Indies, except at Batavia. They must hinder them of Macao in all places, as well as the Chinese. If the war proceed against China special charge must be given to bring together as great a strength as is possible, and extraordinary diligence and an especial foresight must be used to take a very great number of Chinese (especially women and children) for the peopling of Batavia, Amboyna, and Banda ; herein will be a great service done for the Company, and by this means will be found all the charge of the war. The ransom of the Chinese to be EAST INDIES'. 101 1623. set at 60 ryals a piece ; “ but by no means you must not suffer any women to return to China, or any other part out the Company’s jurisdiction, but with them to people the same.” Not yet con¬ venient to seek any other place of residence on the coast of China but that already begun in Peiho. If the occasion will permit let there be two pinnaces sent next October to the south coast behind Java to discover the same. Internal management of the settlements and trade in the Moluccas, Banda, and Amboyna. “ Consider earnestly hereof, and make it so that the returns for our native country be made out of the gains of the inland trade and the ordinary revenues, bisides all charges,” thus shall the Company be better served than heretofore. [Twenty-two 'pages and a quarter . O.C., Vol IX., No. 1093 + 2]. Jan. ? 244. Sec. Conway to the King. May it please your Majesty, for the good, of your merchants and honor and surety of your [Me] trade, at the audience to he given to the Ambassa¬ dors [of the States], to call to mind your royal purpose of making a protes¬ tation. That your Majesty expects that your merchants shall build a place of residence for the reciprocal habitation of the Council of Defence, with honor and surety. And that your Majesty doth expect that the 24th article of the treaty, touching forts in Moluccas, Boyna, and Bantam [? Banda], shall he resumed and within two years decided and accorded, concerning how many and in what places forts shall be built by your subjects. And further to declare that your Majesty holds it free for your merchants to build in all other parts of the East Indies, where the States are not already seated [have not builded forts]. And that your Majesty doth expect that if the States’ subjects have made any forts in those islands for surety, that they will demolish them and build no other in those islands, but according to the treaty.' And further, your Majesty having observed by the com¬ plaints of your merchants and by the debates and disputes of this last treaty, that a great cause of offences which arrived near have risen there almost] to the utter breach of the amity between the Companies, and trenched deep into that of the nations hath been, the insolency of your [their] [the Dutch] Governors and ministers there, with liberty, dissolute¬ ness, and foul, false, vain braveries [braving] of words of inferiors against the honor of your Majesty’s person and nation ; that you expect that there be given a smart reprendre [reprimand] to the Governors, and that justice and punishment be executed upon the inferior offenders when they shall be declared [deeded, decelc]. That all ostentation of sovereignty be laid away both in actions and words, [and] that justice be not enterprised upon your nation, but deferred to themselves. That your subjects be not oppressed with the table of the Governors servants ? [rewards] or schools further than with the full consent of your subjects and in their [the] com¬ mon name. And lastly, that your Majesty doth expect that the Company of the Low Countries will think of and hasten as much [as] in them is the lessening of the charge of the 10 ships, as [an] intollerable condition for the Company of English to bear, fruitlessly consuming the whole benefit of the trade, and that the Company of the Low Countries will conform them¬ selves as much as possibly to employ those ships for transport [transporta¬ tion] of merchandise. And that the Lords Estates will order the choice of discreet and meet persons to carry their [the] trade in the Indies, as his [your] Majesty will likewise advise and command the Company of the English, as [that] impertinent questions and disorders may be avoided and amity conserved. [Three pages. Original draft in the handwriting of Sir Edward 102 COLONIAL PAPERS 1023. Jan. Jan. 24. Whitehall. Jan. 25. London. Jan. 28. Madrid. Jan. 29. Jan. 30. Conwcty. Endorsed, “ His Majesty’s protestation to the States con¬ cerning' the East India Trade.” See next No. for explanation of parts printed in italics and in brackets. [East Indies, Vol. II., No. 73.] [The Dutch Ambassadors had audience of the King on 2 It It Jan. 1023, to take leave. This letter was probably written shortly before, and contains the substance of the King's Declaration, No. 250, referred to in Sec. Calvert's letter of 2 5th March. See No. 281.] 245 . Copy of the preceding, except where the words are printed in italics, when the words printed in brackets are substituted in this copy, and with this addition, “And that your Maj. people be equally dealt withal in the payment of the garrisons as the Dutch Company.” [East Indies, Vol. II., No. 74.] 246 . Sec. Calvert to Carleton. After some thirteen months’ debate with the States Ambassadors about our East Indian quarrels, we have at last made an end and parted good friends, though with much loss and disadvantage to the English Company, as is conceived. This day they take their leave of the King. Will send the articles within a very few days. See No. 2G3. [Extract from Holland Corresp .] 247 . Chamberlain to Carleton. Hears the States [Commissioners] went yesterday to take their leave at Court, and have made a kind of end, but knows not what it is. [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXXXVII., No. 27., Cal.,p. 483.] 248 . Earl of Bristol to Sec. Calvert. Has received a great com¬ plaint and relation in writing of what passed at Ormuz, and goes to-morrow to treat with the Lords of the Junta about some things contained in it. Will send all the papers by next post. [Extractfrom Spanish Corresp.\ 249 . Sec. Conway to the Lord Treasurer. Concerning ryals of eight to be taken up by the Dutch merchants for payment of 20,00(P. to the English merchants trading to the East Indies. [Minute, Conway’s Letter Bk., p. 1, Cal., p. 485.] 250 . The King’s declaration touching the East Indies. “ Points whereupon his Majesty doth declare himself touching the East India business.” 1. It is understood and intended that there be full and absolute liberty to both Companies to erect forts in all parts of the Indies, provided they are not within less than 10 leagues one of another, except only in the Moluccas, Banda, and Amboyna, and in those places at the end of two years. 2. The English Company to build a residence for the Council of Defence. 3. The Dutch Com¬ pany to demolish any new forts in the Moluccas, Banda, and Am¬ boyna, built by them since the treaty. 4. As touching the 10 ships the number to be moderated and may be employed in merchandise. 5. Each Company to punish offences committed by their own body. G. The pretence of sovereignty to be laid aside on either part. 7. The English to be dealt with equally in the payment and vic¬ tualling of the garrison. 8. It having appeared by the complaints of the English merchants, and the debates and disputes of this last treaty, that the chief cause of the injuries which have been offered in those parts, tending almost to the utter overthrow of the union of the two Companies, have sprung from the insolencies of the Dutch EAST INDIES. 103 1623. Jan. 30. (Jan. ?) Feb. 1. (Feb. ?) Feb. 4. Batavia. Feb. 5. Feb. 5. The Hague governors and ministers, their loose conversation and arrogant speeches against the honour of the English nation, his Majesty expects that said governors shall be rebuked, and those of meaner quality receive exemplary punishment, and his Majesty promises that the like courses shall be taken against his own subjects convicted of such crimes. 9. That both the States’ General and the English Company choose discreet persons fit to manage the traffic in the Indies so as to avoid all disputes and occasions of disorders in those parts. Also “ touching Greenland,” and “ concerning the fishing in general.” Endorsed, “ His Majesty’s declaration touching the East Indies.” This is erroneously dated 1G20(-1), and calendared with the papers of that year in the previous volume, No. 965. [Three pages. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 75.] 251 . Abstract of the above, in effect the same as Sec. Conway’s letter to the King [ante No. 244] upon which the preceding declaration was founded. [Three pages. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 7G.] 252 . Franfois D’Aerssens to (Sec. Conway). The accord is written in proper form, and they have employed the article of the Black Lion, damages, and rice, in the same manner as the King has his declaration, without inferring anything to the disadvantage of either Company. On any matter of the least consideration to his Majesty he will find that they will proceed in good faith and according to the decision arrived at yesterday. French. [Holland Corresp.\ 253 . Locke to Carleton. It will not be long before the States [Commissioners] depart; they were solemnly feasted by the mer¬ chants at Merchant Taylors’ Hall on 30th Jan., and were entertained with a play after ; yesterday the States gave a great supper at their lodging to the merchants. [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol, CNNXVIII., No. 3, Cal, p. 486.] 254 . Inventory of goods taken out of a China junk in the Straits of Banca by the White Bear, and rated in Batavia according to the price current, amounting to 5,058 ryals. Endorsed, “ Received the 18th June by the Lesser James. 1623.” [Tvjo pages. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1093 + 3.] 255 . Particular of goods taken out of the godown and seized by the Dutch fiscal for the sum of 8115 ryals, at which the Dutch General and his council valued the goods that were taken out of the China junk by the White Bear by Robert Johnson’s order. Total, 9,117 ryals. [One page. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1094.] 256 . Certificate given by order of Rich. Fursland and his council, signed by Joseph Clark, carpenter of the Ruby, and others, that the Globe is rotten and unfit for further service. [Half a page. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1095.] 257 . Carleton to Sec. Calvert. The States Ambassadors landed in the Maese on Monday last, and have made so good a report of their business, and of the King’s gracious usage of them during the whole of their long stay in England, that they remain here much 104 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. Feb. 8. Feb. 8. Batavia. Feb. 8. Batavia. Feb. 8. From aboard the Elizabeth, Jacatra. comforted, and well assured that our match with Spain will breed no divorce with this State, of which there hath been of late days no small jealousy. [Extract from Holland Corresp.] 258 . The Governor and Deputy Governor of the East India Com¬ pany to Carleton. Acknowledge his readiness in their affairs. Have had a tedious and inconstant prosecution of their business through the King’s unsettled abode, and a desire of the Dutch “ to bring the business within the compass.” It is now at an end and they hope well of a good performance hereafter. Will send him a copy of their agreement, if he has not already received one. The King, when the Ambassadors took their leave, propounded some things for the better regulation of the Company’s trade for the future, and desired that Carleton should receive a copy. Find it is not yet sent, neither have they yet got a sight of it. Will make further requests to him when they have seen it. [ One page. Holland Corresp .] 259 . John Hitchens to the East India Company. He sent an account of English stores by the Lesser James, and briefly advised of wants to be supplied. Encloses copy of same, with such addition of provisions as the President, &c. have thought fit for their yearly pro¬ portion for ships and factories. The stores may be rather increased than any way lessened, as may appear by the balance of account. Incloses, 259. I. A balance of English stores, Ac. remaining in the factory of Batavia. [Together, two pages. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1096.] 260 . John Brooke, master of the Trial, to the East India Com¬ pany. Has explained in his letters by John Roberts and William Hawkeridge his “ hard and miserable crass ” (sic), how the Trial was lost, and he and 45 men and boys preserved in boats. They com¬ pared their judgments with Capt. Fitzherbert’s journal, which was their ruin ; he missing the danger, being a ledge of sunken rocks, not 15 leagues, as by his draught sent them by the President and Council will appear. His desire is homeward, but is willing to use his best endeavours for 12 or 18 months more than his time con¬ ditioned, being required by the President and Council. Desires them to supply his wife’s wants with 60?. or 80?. more. [One naae. O.C ., Vol. IX., No. 1097.] 261 . Edmund Lenmyes to the East India Company. His last was per the Great Janies from Firando, wherein he related his departure from Jacatra, 21st May 1620 for Japan. Since they have made two voyages for Manilla, the first in Jan. 1621 with four English and four Dutch ships, in which they took five junks; the second in Nov. with five English and five Dutch ships, in which they took six junks and two frigates and burnt seven or eight. Our consortship being ended, and each Company upon their own account, order came from the President for the Peppercorn to lie off the Straits of Malacca, the Moon and Palsgrave to sail for Jam hi, the Bull for Jacatra, and the Elizabeth to stay for the merchants and money. The moneys have safely arrived but the merchants cannot end their business as they say. The Bull disabled and not yet arrived, but they arrived in Jacatra Road 4th Feb. 1623, EAST INDIES. 105 1623. and have been upon this voyage 34 months. Finds the Palsgrave ready laden and bound for England. Mourns to see how the Dutch flourish here, “we being subjects unto them both in government and tribute, which might have been ours when time was.” The small return for the Company’s great charges is a grief to any honest man. By the loss of the Trial there is nothing to fit their ships with sails, cables, and cordage; neither have the surgeons means for the relief of sick men. Gave Capt. Pring a draught of his journal from Tecoe to Firando, and for the Manillas. Complains of their powder. Much envy amongst them ; every one strives to be great. Beseeches them if there be any imputation upon him not to believe them, “ for if I have not been an honest man since I came into your service, let me lose my life. * * * But there is a strong champion called strong drink that bears such a sway amongst us, and he that will not encounter stiffly with him is a fool, or proud, or hath more wit in his own conceit than all the parish and the like.” Begs them in their commission to put such an article against this vice “ that you may wring out all the juice out of their brains.” [Two pages. O.G., Vol. IX., No. 1098.] Feb. 9. 262 . Sec. Calvert to Carleton. This despatch has stayed longer Whitehall, than it should have done, because he could not get the copy of the treaty out of our merchants’*hands; the original they have yet among them. Besides the particulars capitulated in the treaty, there were divers things propounded on both sides for regulating the trade hereafter, of which we could not agree ; and therefore the King, as a supplement to the treaty, made this declaration to the Ambassadors when they took their leave, which he sends here¬ with [see ante, No. 250]. And thus, after many long and tedious conferences, not without some harshness and discontents on both sides, we are at last parted good friends, and I hope shall so for ever continue. [Extract from Holland Corresp .] 1G23 ? 263 . Copy of the treaty agreed upon by the English Lords Com¬ missioners and the States Ambassadors on behalf of the English and Dutch East India Companies. This treaty consists of 14 articles, and (1) engages each Company to observe all the articles of the treaty [of July 1619] and the explanation thereof; (2) not to grant letters of marque against each other ; (3) perfect freedom of traffic; (4) not to supply the natives with arms or other munition of war; (5) the expenses of the Council of Defence to be borne equally by both Companies ; (6) to maintain their respective quotas for forts and garrisons, according to the treaty; (7) each Company to main¬ tain its 10 ships of defence, according to the 10th and 11th articles of said treaty; (8) to contribute equally to open a trade with China; (9) not to receive or conceal criminals or delinquents; (10) the English Company, with the approbation of the Dutch Company, to choose an indifferent place of residence for the Council of Defence ; (11) the English Coiiipany to be left to punish their own people in the Moluccas, Banda, and Amboyna, and to enjoy all their former privileges at the Fort of Pulicat; (12) and not to be liable for the expenses of the colleges, schools, presents, or table of the Dutch Governor or people; (13) the Fort of Pooloroon to be restored ; and 106 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1C23. (14) finally, to agree in a short time upon the number of fortresses and where necessary. This is the exact text of the above treaty, which the Editor of this Calendar has not been able to find printed in any collection of treaties that he has consulted. “ The original ” (Sec. Calvert tells Carleton ) “they have yet among them.” Neither the original nor the ratification is in the collection of treaties in the Public Record Office :— Comme ainsi soit que sur le doubte du vray sens et intention de divers articles contenuz an Traicte general, en L’Explanation, et aux Reglemens du Conseil de Defence faicts cy devant pour le bien comrnun entre les deulx Compaignies d’Angleterre et des Pays-bas trafficquans aux Indies Orientales, plusieurs conventions auroient este negligees et seroient tombees en inobservation, dont aussi seroient suivies de grandes mesintelligences, non sans tresapparent danger de debvoir en leur con¬ tinuation produire nne rupture de leur bonne et necessaire societe sil n’y estoit promptement pourveu de remedes convenables par une plus claire explication des choses qui y pourroient estre rencontrees dou- teuses. Pour ces causes le Roy de La Grande Bretagne et les Seigneurs Estatz des Provinces Unies, desireux de les faire cesser, et de restablir entre elles la vraye amitie, avec la sincere correspondence, qui requiert un negoce de si grande importance, auroient a cet effect depute, scavoir sad 6 Ma te de La Grande Bretagne, les ..etlesd ts Seigneurs les Estatz les.leurs Ambassadeurs, autliorisez de part et d’aultre les quelz ayans a ceste fin tenu diverses assemblies par ensemble ont finalement conclu et arreste au nom de sa Ma te et des Seig ra Estatz pour le bien de leurs subjects respectivement les articles qui s’ensuivent. 1. Premierement que cliascuue des Compaignies seratenue d’observer et faire observir rondement et sincerement tous et cliascun des Articles dud 4 Traicte et son Explication, avecq les Reglemens et Resolucions du Conseil Comrnun de Defence establi aux Indes qui explicquent la vraye intention du Traicte. 2. Qu’il ne se accordera point de lettres de marque, ny ne se fera aucuue saisie de navires ny marchandises appartenans a Tun ou l’autre Compaignie, sinon apres le manifeste deny, ou extraordinaire delay de justice laquelle l’interesse aura a ppursuivre convenablement, premier que de recliercher des voyes extraordinaires. 3. Qu’il sera fibre et en la volonte des peuples Indiens et traffiquans lesquelz aulcune des Compaignies ne tiendra point pour ennemiz de naviguer en seurete, et de pouvoir offrir et vendre leurs denrees et marchandises, aux lieux ou le commerce n’est point comrnun ny regie, aux deulx Compaignies ensemble, ou a telle Compaignie en particulier comme bon leur semblera, sans que l’autre Comp, pourra a cette cause donner aux d ts peuples aucun destourbue, ou molestation par prinses ou saisies, par lesquelles l’ordre et la liberte du commerce viendroit a s’interrompre au desavantage de l’unc ou de l’autre Compaignie. 4. Qu’il sera expressement defendu aux deulx Compaignies de fournir les Indiens en aulcune fiuym, par dons, vente, eschange, ou aultre voye, d’artillerie, d’armes, de munitions de guerre, ou de semblables Instru¬ ments, qui les pourroient armer contre les dictes Compaignies. 5. Que la despence qui se fera aux entreprinses qui concernent le bien comrnun des deulx Compaignies en execution des deliberations du Conseil de Defence, sera portee par portions esgales entre les deulx Compaignies, apres avoir faict preceder l’estimation des navires, afin de prevenir toute dispute. EAST INDIES. 107 1G23. Feb. 9. Batavia. 6. De mesme, que les cleulx Comp 11168 seront tenues de fournir sans aulcune interruption, leur part et quote ratee au Traicte, pour l’entretien des forts et des garnisons, selon le Reglement du Conseil de Defence, encor qu’elles unissent a entremettre le trafficq pour quelque temps, en aul cun des lieux. 7. Chasque Compaignie sera tenue de fournir et entretenir deuement et continuellement, leur dix navires de guerre, Galeres, Fregattes, etc., comme il est porte par le 10 e et ll e art. du Traicte, pour estre vigour- eussement employez a la defence du commerce, pour 1’ouverture du Trafficq de la Chine, et ainsi que le Conseil de Defence l’ordonnera. 8. Que les deulx Compaignies auront a contribuer esgalement afin de faciliter l’ouverture et la liberte du commerce de la Chine, et d’aultres pays pour le bien commun, mais si l’un ou l’autre venoit a y defaillir, celle qui n’aura point contribue sa moietie, ne sera receue aux avantages dud* trafficq qu’apres q’elle en aura plenement contente celle qui sera trouvee avoir avance la despense. 9. Que nulz criminelz ny delinquans ne seront par aulcune des Comp es receuZj cachez, detenuz, ny protegez en fraude de ceulx a qui ilz appartiennent, soubz quelque couleur que ce soit, ains incontinent renduz ou renvoyez sans aulcune remise. 10. II sera permis a ceulx de la Compaignie d’Angleterre, de faire avecq approbation de ceulx des Pays-bas , election d’un lieu commode et seur pour les deulx Compaignies, ou par tour esgal de trois en trois mois, le Conseil commun de Defence pourra prendre sa residence, sans qu’il sera tenu de la continuer d’ordinaire comme il a este faict jusques icy dans la ville de Jacatra. 11. Comme aussi lsur sera laissee aux Molucques, Banda, et Am- boina, la punition de leurs gens propres en toutes manieres d’offenses qu’ilz s’entreferont, sans pour ce estre subjects al a justice de ceulx des Pays-bas, et y jouyront, comme aussi au Fort de Palicate (Pulicat), de tous les privileges et libertez qui leur sont concedez et limitez au Traicte, en l’explanation, et aux Reglemens du Conseil de Defence. 12. Et ne seront tenuz ny attraiables aux fraiz des Colleges, et Escholes, ny a la table et nourriture des Gouverneurs de ceulx des Pays-bas, ny aux dons et presens qu’ils feront, si ce n’est du consente- ment de leurs ministres, et au nom commun. 13. Le Fort de Pouleron leur sera aussi restitue au mesme estat qu’il estoit au temps de la conclusion du Traicte, s’il se trouve que ceulx du Pays-bas y ayent faict aulcune innovation. 14. Finalement les deulx Comp es d’Angleterre et des Pays-bas feront dans un brieff temps recognoistre et aviser par leurs ministres aux Indes ensemblem 1 combien de Forteresses, quelles, et en quelles places, seront doresenavant necessaires, afin de resumer la question des Fortz et la tellement accommoder qu’elle puisse reussir au contentement commun et reciproque des uns et des aultres. [Six pages. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 77.] 264. Richard Fursland, Thos. Brockedon, and Augustin Spalding to the East India Company. Their last letter was dated |y January, sent by General Coen. What was then written shall be enlarged in this ; send also transcript of their letter of 27th August last (see ante, No. 143). The accounts received from the Moluccas, like the former, and more unreasonable. Have delivered their objections in the form of articles to the General and Council; but the time of General Coen’s stay was so short that he could not give an answer in writing to their demands, but left his successor to perform it. Have not yet received the answer, and have no hope of any restitution or 108 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. reformation. In reference to the Dutch accounts. These and their former objections sufficient to lay open the matters of most im¬ portance wherein they are wronged. The accounts must be audited by impartial men, and such particulars reformed as are unreasonably taxed ; which “ are so many that it is almost (impossible) that any agreement can be made between us.” Unless they may pay, as the Dutch do, with commodities, there will be no following that trade for them, for “ you will soon be eaten out of your means, and the Dutch made rich by your monies.” Send the accounts of a year’s charges and all the spices received, whereby they may perceive how dearly they buy those commodities. Very needful to make a new accord for accounting the year from primo May to primo May, for in that time all the year’s, spices will be received, and so no wrong can be done them, except apparent fraud be used. The Dutch pretend there must be added the wages of 200 soldiers to the charges of the garrison, which must not be consented to. Expect but a small cpiantity of spice, for their capital is so small that most of it will be eaten up in charges. Utterly destitute of ready money to supply those factories ; next year they have resolved to recall all the factors, except two in each place where there are houses to keep them; and for want of victuals and a ship have intreated the Dutch to suffer them to come away in their ships. About the remains of their goods. The Dutch have condemned them in 40,000 ryals for the goods of a Chinese junk, taken by Robert Johnson, and 10,500 ryals for a fine. They appealed to the King and States General, but the General and Council have annihilated their appeal. Their protest touching their accounts with the Dutch. If hereafter the Dutch be suffered “ to proceed in such management against you, and to con¬ demn us at their pleasure, there'will be no living in these parts for us ; for they will and daily do extend their sovereignty so far, that if you speedily prevent them not,'it will stretch over all the Indies.” They entitle themselves “ Governors of the Netherlands Indies, and do their best to bring both English and all others under their sub¬ jection ; but we constantly hope that they shall never be suffered to effect it upon our nation.” The chief plotter and actor of all busi¬ ness, General Coen, the Company will find a fair spoken, but most cunning fellow. Heartily wish they were present to confront him. His successor, Carpentier, is as subtle, and far more malicious against all English. Accounts of William Nicolls, he has “lavishly and vainly spent ”; about the inventory of his estate and his will. Accounts received from Banda full of profuse expense ; have put the excess upon Mr. Welden’s account. Mistakes made in the amount of “ carracks money,” sent from hence in chests; have to deal with such uncon¬ scionable and dishonest men. Miserable state of their affairs when they must trust men with their estates who dare to conceal the sums that come to them by mistake. Chest sent to Pulicat, in the Unity, from which money was stollen. Pray that this may be remedied. Accounts of Mr. Methwold from Masulipatam. Brass ware, received by Thomas Jones out of Sir Thomas Dale’s fleet, and attestation of James Troughton and Edward Sutton as to the weight. Visit of Methwold, in company of the Dutch Governor, to the diamond mine, about two years since. 200 pagodas left in the hands EAST INDIES. 109 1623. of one Bampa, a servant, to be invested for the Company ; but upon Bampa’s return, in company of the Dutch servants, they were set upon by thieves, wounded and robbed, and so the Company’s means were lost. Differences between Methwold and his successor, Matthew Duke, who advised the Company that the 200 pagodas were Meth- wold’s; remarks thereon ; refer the deciding of the matter to their worships. Other particulars in Methwold’s accounts ; heartily wish “ your displeasure were not the cause of his not return, whose absence from the charge he was employed in will cause you preju¬ dice.” Goods laden on board the Palsgrave, Charles Clevenger, commander, sent for England, consisting of pepper, cloves, nutmegs, gumlac, long cloth, fine cloth, green ginger, and cotton yarn, to the value of 76,874 ryals. Remarks on the prices of same. The gum¬ lac bought by Adam Denton. Many passengers sent in the Pals¬ grave, some of whom they wish they could have persuaded to stay, but the greater part are good for nothing; and more such they have yet to send. Briefly touch the deserts of all now sent, and refer to copies of their consultations for the order of their proceedings against such as have been displaced or otherwise punished for their mis¬ behaviour. Have granted William Methwold’s return, his request being reasonable and their persuasions not prevailable to stay him to clear himself of all imputations. George Muschamp, also a suitor to go home, they could not in reason deny, in regard of his disability of body by the want of, one leg, he cannot perform his service as he desires : he is a very sufficient merchant, and hath been faithful, honest, and careful in his charge, and in the accounts of Amboyna, in which place “ we have been as much exacted upon as in any other, and in divers particulars grossly abused,” he can thoroughly in¬ form the Company. Have likewise, upon John Hinchley’s request, licensed his return because his age makes him so peevish that his men will not be governed by him; otherwise he is a sufficient man, and a good husband of his ship and provisions. Also Richard Wood, Pickering, and Spottis, surgeons, honest men, long in the country, but for whom at present they have no employment. John Wood, sometime master of the Lesser James, a good for nothing, by reason of his continual bcastlike drunkenness, and not to be reformed, . they have sent home, his services not worth his meat and drink. Gideon Johnson, also sent home, is such an one that the whole fleet cannot contain him, he is so troublesome. William Kendall, when at the best was good for little, but now being good for nothing is sent home. Henry Woolman, who is out of cash 467 ryals, and Beverley, who stole money at Amboyna, they have kept to work out some part of the money. John Rose, the chief raiser of a mutiny in the ship Globe, and formerly condemned to be hanged for running away, is censured to be sent in irons. By the Palsgrave and Eliza¬ beth, with letters from Japan, they have understood the whole pro¬ ceedings of the Manilla fleet in their second voyage, where there has been better agreement between the Dutch and our people than they expected. Two China junks taken richly laden, and three others ; also the Palsgrave, before Macao, took a frigate richly laden with silk ; one half of which for our part amounts to 199,256 ryals, whereof the factors, Mr. Cocks and the rest, have sent in the Elizabeth 110 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. and Bull 156,007 ryals. Know not what account they shall have of the first voyage. Have absolutely charged Cocks, Sayer, and Eaton to come away, leaving 5,000 taies with John Osterwick, but they scarce so much as take notice of the order, neither can show any excuse for their stay. Have earnestly required their accounts for two years, but it is to be doubted they can give none, and if all be true which is reported, it is a misery to know that men of such antique years should be so miserably given over to voluptuousness, regarding not what they consume therein. Next monsoon they will send some fit man to bring them all away from thence. “ This purchase taken by the fleet ” will help towards the Company’s great charge, and what they have received give some life to their declining affairs. No shares have been allowed to the mariners this voyage, but know not what they have sharked and stolen. Relation of the success of the other Fleet of Defence, sent from hence for Goa ; out of the three ships 150 men were lost, many of whom died of surfeit at the Comoros, including Capt. Fitzherbert, for whose untimely death they sor¬ row and shall find great want of him. On 14th July the fleet of three English ships, the Exchange, Royal Ann, and Diamond, and two Dutch ships meet with three carracs and a galleon to the south of Mozambique ; they fought with them all that day and the next. They sunk the three carracs, and out of the Vice Admiral saved 68,553 ryals. They also chased one other carrac and a galleon. These and all the treasure they might have taken, but for the Dutch Ad¬ miral without Capt. Fitzherbert’s consent, sending two of his ships to the Red Sea for his own purposes; by which proceedings the Company has just action against the Dutch for the overplus of ships and all damages. Capt. Fitzherbert’s protest to the Dutch Admiral, Jacob Dedel, thereon. Said fleet now before Goa, but returns hither “ at the fine of March.” Arrival of the Discovery, Slade master, with cloth and six chests of ryals from Surat, and 30,000 ryals from the Goa fleet. Rastell writes that this ship is so weak and badly built that she cannot last long; “ what a misery it is to have a new ship, in two or three years to be utterly decayed and unserviceable through falsehood of the builder.” The taking and sacking of Ormuz proves not so profitable as they hoped, the fault being in the com¬ manders giving too much credit to the Persian’s promises. The London, Jonas, and Lion ready to sail for England 10th December last. Had hoped the Siam and Patani factories would have been cleared, and the factors come from thence, but are deceived in both. Excuses of Edward Longe, factor at Siam, for not coming by reason of some remains and debts he cannot get in, the King also is very unwilling our people should depart before he receive answer to his letter from his brother the King of England, to which purpose he has sent hither in the Fortune, two of his gentlemen, with a letter and present, desiring to continue the league of friendship, offering any privileges we will demand in any part of his country. If it be profitable for the Company to follow that trade where they may find great vent of cloth, will send hereafter factors again thither, wherefore they should procure the King’s letter in answer to that (with the present) last sent from the King of Siam by Lucas Antheunis, and therewith send some present. These things will be EAST INDIES. Ill 1G23. most acceptable to him : some curious picture of men and women ; a picture of the people and habits of all countriesand a picture of all wild beasts, which a fair map may sufficiently express; a curious perspective glass, fair and good ; a fair and neat case of pistols ; an English watch ; six yards of fine scarlet; scarlet baize so much as will cover his white Olifant [Elephant] which may be some fifteen yards, with any other novelties of no great value. At Patani, Jourdain hath run himself so far in debt for china wares contrary to com¬ mission that he cannot come from thence until they send 4,000 ryals to release him ; expect to find a bad reckoning of all business passed there by him, “ he being given over to his pleasure.” In Indraghiri, factory, before the factors could clear to come from thence “ your house was fired by some of those villainous and treacherous people guess the loss will not be under 1,000 ryals. This loss brought with it another greater mischief, for by the rash proceeding of Edward Sarney and the rest of the factors in taking six of the country people, it cost Sarney his own life, and, the lives of John Darby, master of the Bear, and one of his men, occasioned by Robert Johnson’s denial to deliver the foresaid men to the King of Jambi when he demanded them, and “ Johnson himself and Byrd, master .of the Bee, had like to have tasted of the same cup, for they were bound and the stroke ready to be given, but God altered the King’s heart and they escaped.” These broils almost the ruin of the Com¬ pany’s affairs at Jambi. The price of pepper will not abate so long as the Dutch and we vie who shall get most. Johnson left the factory until they sent him express order to dissemble the wrong received until a more convenient opportunity for revenge. Johnson hopes to get half the Moon’s lading. Have made him chief factor again, for Stevinton is utterly insufficient. Johnson very earnest to come from thence, so that they will be wholly unprovided with a sufficient man in that factory. At Acheen, the pepper still lies for want of a ship, which they will send as soon as the monsoon permits. Have received more cloth from Masulipatam and Pulicat than they know how to dispose of. At Pulicat the factors complain (like as in all other places where we are under the Dutch authority) how they exact upon us. The last year’s charges raised the cloth at least 30 per cent. Intend dissolving that factory. Have given orders to dissolve the fac¬ tories of Amboyna, Banda, and Moluccas. About Macassar and Japara. The latter a petty factory only for timber and boards. The Com¬ pany may not lessen the proportion of stock set down, if they mean to follow the Moluccas business, and maintain so many ships of defence. Send copies of their general books, wherein the charges in every factory may plainly appear. In Japan, Siam, and Jambi there have been either wasteful expenses or many debts which will never be recovered ; also of their journal and pursers’ accounts, wills, inven¬ tories, and copies of consultation letters, &c. Their general wants cannot be reckoned less than they were by their last advices, the necessity whereof requires them to be most importunate. Employ¬ ment of all the Company’s ships :—the Exchange, Ann, and Diamond with the Dutch fleet afore Goa, which they expect in May or June, unprovided of all things. The Moon at Jambi, to take in what pepper may be procured. The Bull and Peppercorn at Japara, driven thither by contrary winds and the current, the latter a poor 112 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. rotten ship ; her master doubts he shall hardly bring her hither. The White Bear at Jambi fit for nothing but the river. The junk or pinnace Welcome on her voyage to Macassar. The Elizabeth, Ruby, Unity, Discovery, and Bee here in the road of Jacatra, also the Fortune, good for little, and the Clove and Globe, ready to be hauled ashore, both being unrepairable. The Supply lately laid up, and the pinnace Dragon’s Claw the Goa fleet was fain to cast off at sea, where she sank with all her provisions and munitions. These are all the ships you have remaining in these parts under our autho¬ rity. Intend as soon as the moonsoon serves to send to Acheen, Masulipatam, Sumatra, Jambi, and Siam, and afterwards for Japan. Wish the Bantam trade were open, which might hinder the sending to some of those places. Have now received the new General’s answer to their articles formerly delivered to General Coen and contra-protest. Find, as they supposed, nothing but framed answers and delays, without any hope of reformation, being according to their ordinary custom “ stuffed with colored glosses and false matters,” wherein they stand so much on their sovereignty, that they com¬ prehend all men in all parts of the Indies to be their subjects. “ It is high time to abate their pride and make them know themselves, which we hope our King’s Majesty will perform.” Success of the Dutch at Macao and the Piscadores, and fight with a carrac at Cape Bona Speranza. Had many conferences before General Coen’s depar¬ ture about making peace with Bantam, but received for a final answer from the Pengram that if the Dutch will have peace they should first demolish their fort at Jacatra and deliver over the country, and then they may come and be at Bantam upon such terms as formerly ; but with us English the Pengram saith he never had any wars, therefore we may come thither when we will. Mean shortly to speak to the Dutch thereon. Conceive it necessary to recommend Chas. Clevenger’s deserts, not doubting but the Company will reward and cherish him and all well deserving men. Must still put them in mind of their want of sufficient merchants, also of a secretary that can perfectly translate Dutch, and is experienced in law. It is most needful to set down some good order for the well governing of the Company’s people which is the prosperity of their affairs, for the seamen are so disorderly that severity and exemplary punishment must be used. Have a sensible want of three or four good penmen ; that such are needed may appear by copies of letters now sent “wherein you may find so many faults committed that if we could help it we might reaj) shame in sending them.” Express orders required as to the victualling of the ships ; this must be re¬ medied at home or there will be nothing but murmuring and muttering. The commanders must be stinted as well, for in beer, wine, &c. they will not be controlled. “At present we feed our people with fresh meat, giving them two meals in the week, and to each mess four pounds of flesh, and five meals in the week they have butter to their rice. Murmuring and grumbling enough we have with them, but such as are honest (the number whereof is very small) are content, seeing there is no remedy.” Expect the Dutch will cross their design for Bantam, because it so nearly concerns their new plantation. Hope it will not be long before the Company EAST INDIES. 113 1623 Feb. 9. Jacatra. Feb. 10. Jacatra. Feb. 10. London. express order come for their going to Bantam. [ Fifteen pages and a half Endorsed, “ Copy. . . the original hereof was received by the Palsgrave.” O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1099.] 265 . Thomas Brockedon to Christopher Lanman, chief accountant to the East India Company. Copies of books and accounts sent per this ship Palsgrave. From Patani, where John Jourdain remains, they can neither get accounts nor the man, though expressly sent for, but understand he is so much indebted he could not come. But a small matter resting in Siam, but in Jambi there will be 15,000 ryals (?) in bad debts. The charges of the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda so excessive that a great part of the remains will be con¬ sumed. In Macassar are several debts made for account of the first joint stock by keeping Pooloroon, which they will be forced to make good; are informed that in Japan the charges are most excessive, and great debts standing out likely to prove desperate. Never could get accounts from thence. Cocks and the rest were expressly sent for, but they neither come themselves nor send any account. The Succadana debts are all desperate, the Queen being taken by the Materan’s people, and the natives fled. Particulars of the accounts and want of men to keep them. Twenty reams of paper may be yearly sent, and some gum, galls, and copperas to make ink. Hopes the Company have granted his request to return next year for England. “ By the Palsgrave, whom God preserve.” [Two pages and a half. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1100.] 266 . James Slade, master of the Discovery, to the East India Company. Refers to his letter from Surat, by the London and Jonas, giving an account of what had happened since his departure from England. Left Surat Dec. 14, with the six chests of money they brought out of England, together with 400 and odd bales of goods for Jacatra, to which place he was bound by commission, as also to Goa, in search of the Fleet of Defence. Arrived at Goa the 22nd, and received from Capt. Green 30,000 ryals of eight, some sandal wood, and 22 slaves, and departed the 28th, leaving the Fleet of Defence, viz., the Exchange, Anne, and Diamond, and four Hollanders, to hinder the Portugals of sending any goods this year into Portugal, there being but one carac this year to lade. Arrived at Jacatra, 4th inst., Feb., where they found the Palsgrave laden for England, Mr. Cliffingham [Chas. Clevenger] commander, (by whom he has thought good to advise the Company). Found here also the Elizabeth, Ruby, Unity, Fortune, and Bee; and the Globe and Clove decayed, “ and little hope of her recovery, for want of all kind of provisions,” of which the factory and most of their ships arc in great want. The Moon is at Jambi, and the Bull and Peppercorn at Japara. The Fleet of Defence to come hither from Goa to be careened. Knows not when they shall return, for there are so many ships of greater burthen, and as yet no lading for them; but were it not for the Dutch, there would be hope to have them all laden from Bantam. [Two pages. O.C., Vol. X., No. 1149.] 267 . Chamberlain to Carleton. The States [Ambassadors] left this day sevenight. If they had been so disposed they might have H 114 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. Feb. 11. Theobalds. Feb. 11. Theobalds. Feb. 11. Batavia. Feb. 14. At the Cape. Feb. 14. Batavia. concluded the business as well in two months as in all this time, with so much trouble and charge. The King gave them very good words at parting, and they were feasted by the East Indian Com¬ pany at Merchant Taylors’ Hall two days before going away, where were divers of the council and most of the lords and gallants about town; the feast very confused and disorderly because so ill handled. Hears Mons. Aerssens’ son is made a gentleman of the Privy Chamber, and stays behind to woo Mistress Smith, Lady Exeter’s daughter, of whom he is much enamoured. [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXXXVIII., No. 23, Gal., p. 489.] 268 . Sec. Conway to the Lord Treasurer. The King desires him to be diligent in the business of Ireland and the East Indies, and to go in hand with the articles concerning Sir Anthony Welden and Sir Robt. Banister. [Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. GXXX VI11., No. 26, Gal., p. 490.] 269 . Sec. Conway to Sec. Calvert. For preparing the business to be sent to Sir Dudley Carleton touching the East Indies, fishing, &c. [Minute, Conway’s Letter BJc., p. 1, Cal., p. 490.] 270 . John Alexander to Sir William Halliday, Governor of the East India Company. In need of pitch, tar, cordage, and canvas for preservation of their shipping, “the which it is my charge, at this time, for to look unto.” [One page. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1101.] 271 . John Barnes, master’s mate, and others to “ Mr. Lorderman Hollyday,” Governor, and the committees of the East India Company. Certify the ill-carriage of two of their factors [George Jackson and Thos.] Bright, and -one of the master’s mates, David Arnold, in usurping authority, setting bad examples, and with “ plots of Machevilianes,” seeking the displacing of Mr. Cradle and the good, honest, and worthy carriage of their commander, whose people not only fear but love him, for he spends none of his provi¬ sions extraordinary, but gives to each man a like portion. [Tiuo pages, mutilated by damp. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1108.] 272 . Answer of the Dutch General Coen to six and thirty points “ raped ” together by the committees of the English Company, touching the common charge of the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda, which their worships do say to be constrained to pay to the full (against all right and reason) to the Netherlands Company. If the galley be valued at more than it was worth, the same must be restored again to the English ; good shipping must be maintained in Banda as well in peace as in war, a good garrison of soldiers, a hundred mariners, and an armada of 30 tingans and other small boats must be maintained by the tolls of merchandise. Whatever each nation may happen to conquer, by right appertains to its sovereign lord, whereto no merchant that pays the toll has ought to pretend. As to the wages paid to the slaves and prisoners, the Dutch General will better inform himself, and “ mediate ” the charge, if found too high. If any buildings be found charged to the tolls which concern not the fortifications, we will make those good to the English Company. Schools for bringing up the chilren in EAST INDIES. 115 1623. the Christian religion are among the best works that can be done, and must be charged to the tolls, until the lords of the land find some other revenues. The double charge for the soldiers sick in hospital is a great fault of the respective governors, and shall be reformed. The furniture of the Governor’s chamber and the clothing O of his boys must be put to the general charge, but those of the mer¬ chants to that of each Company. If any presents were given for services done to Governor Lam, the same must be done good to the English again; but those made by General Coen in Amboyna were for matters of State, with which the merchants ought not to trouble themselves. The voyage of the Governor of Amboyna was to prevent the designs of the Moors, and keep every one in their own limits, and not to blaze out the conquest of the Netherlands, as is alleged. If the English can prove the promise of a third of the cloves received by the Netherlands Company for the King of Ternate’s debts, it is reason they should enjoy the same. No other than good rice and clothing are sent inwards; it is fit that the bad be given to the hogs, poultry, and surgeons. Will procure direct advice from the Governors concerning price. They will inform themselves better on the next articles. If the taxation of goods is unreasonable, amends shall be made. The English are not forbidden to “cross” the common enemy to both, but only not to hinder the friends of the Dutch trading at Banda. It is more than reason that each provide his people with meat, drink, and apparel; what can a soldier purchase for nine guilders a month. The officers receive their hire in ready money. If the soldiers sell again, how can the Dutch help it; if there be deceit in bringing goods to account, it must be proved. The most hinderance both Companies suffer in the matter of clothing is caused by the Spaniards, Portugals, Macassars, Javans, Malayans, Guzerats, and particular Hollanders and English, especially English, and the Dutch, for their parts, would do the best they can to remedy it. The Netherlanders taught by a debt of 211,489 (ryals) still out¬ standing, have lent nothing since the Accord, and therefore the English are misinformed. In the Moluccas, the Netherlands Company reap no benefit of tolls, &c. In Banda and Amboyna they are now in hand to do it; no other may make pretence to the fruits of the land than the owners, and those of the Moluccas, Banda, and Am¬ boyna do not defray the extraordinary charges for shipping, &c. “ Meantime we must with patience endure the charge that we rake all profits to the Netherlands Company,” whereas, on the contrary, it is long ago that the charge of the ships of Defence, which are of necessity in the Moluccas, has but shifted on the Netherlands Com¬ pany. It is fit that a reasonable tax be imposed upon all wares given out, and that the abuses in accounts be corrected and reformed, they shall appoint committees so speedily as the English Company please. [Eight pages. East Indies, Vol. II., ]\ r o. 78.] Feb. 15. 273 - Carleton to Sec. Calvert. The 17 directors of the East Indian Hague. Company are now to meet about the accomplishment of their con¬ ditions with our men resolved on in this last treaty. The nine ships which were unladen at Gore last year, upon the alarm of a Spanish armada, are now setting out again with the same admiral H 2 116 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. Feb. 22. Amsterdam. Feb. 24. Tlie Hague. March 6. The Hague. March -^’g. Paris. March 8. Swally Sands March 9. Custom House, Surat. and the same equipage, but the design, though still kept secret, is plainly seen to be for the Indies. [ Extract from Holland Corresp .] 274 . Barlow to Carleton. Has received a letter from the Governor and Committee of the East India Company, advising that the States that were Ambassadors in England sent to his honor the King’s declaration concerning the future trade of both Companies, to which they promised to return answer, both from the States and the Com¬ pany here, which the English Company much desire, that they may give the better directions to their servants in the Indies. Desires he will further the same, so they may have it before their ships depart. [ Holland Corresp.'] 275 . Carleton to Sec. Calvert. The East India merchants, as well Bewynthebbers, as the chief of the Participants, are all here in debate about their private differences, which falls out opportunely for the Ambassadors and States, to induce them to payment of the money, at the just time accorded by the treaty, wherein otherwise, by reason of diversities of humours and interests, there might have been some default. [Extract from Holland Corresp.] 276 . Carleton to Sec. Calvert. The Ambassadors pretending ignorance of the declaration which the King made, as a supplement to the East Indian treaty, has delivered the wilting to them ; because all the directors of the Dutch Company are here at present, and he perceives that the English Directors expects to hear whether these men will accommodate themselves to the King’s declaration, to the end they may govern themselves accordingly in the instructions they are now sending to their factors in the East Indies. [Extract from Holland Corresp .] 277 . Extract out of the Records of the Council of State between Andrew de Launay, merchant and citizen of Roscoff, in Brittany, with Thos. Marteau substituted in the right of Helias Frute, one of the directors of the Company established in France for trading into the East Indies, plaintiff, and Mathew Harvey, Win Noel, Rich. Beavis, Jas. Goulde, Edward Blacarell, Thos. Helcott, and their partners, English, merchants, defendants; and again between Harvey and partners, appellants of a sentence given by the Lord Chambriers, and Launay and Marteau, respondents. [Printed. Seven paqes. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 79.] 278 . Christopher Rosons to John Banggam, at Surat. About investment of moneys specified in his letter by Mr. Lancaster, r Half a page. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1104.] 279 . William Hoare to Christopher Rosons. To give notice to Mr. Woodcock of the arrival of the six bales, “ which belong to him and me.” Some trunks of his, &c., which came down with John George, if not already aboard the Dolphin, to be put aboard the Whale, in which ship Hoare is appointed to go with [Edw.] Heynes. Concludes he will remain at Surat. [Half a page. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1105.] EAST INDIES. 117 1623. March 10. Surat. March 25. St. Martin’s Lane. March 26. March 27. March 31. March ? 280 . Joseph Hopkinson to Christopher Rosons, or in his abscence, to Tlios. Hawkeridge. Had always assisted him when required as Jno. Banggam and Tho. Hawkeridge will no doubt have advised him. Entreats him to see five bales, marked with the writer s name, sent aboard the Whale. [Half a page. O.C., Vol. IX., No. 1106.] 281 . Sec. Calvert to (Carleton). Marvels that the States Am¬ bassadors should pretend ignorance of the King’s declaration in those points concerning the East Indies and Greenland [ see ante, No. 250], seeing that his Majesty delivered it to them viva voce in every particular at Whitehall at their last audience, as my Lords Commissioners can witness who were then present and himself amongst the rest [ see ante, No. 258], besides it was sent unto them in writing by Sec. Conway the next day. But a man may see by this omnia quce curant senes meminerunt, and nothing else. [Ex¬ tract from Holland Gorresp .] 282 . (Carleton) to Sec. Calvert. The States have been chiefly busied in according the difference betwixt the Bewinthebbers of their East India Company and the Participants, and in finding money for the satisfaction of our East India Company, on which those of this country do labour to put a great part on the Generality, and these things remain still undecided, though the Assembly which hath the chief voice in the chapter of the Generality separated on Saturday last. * * * * * * The fleet fitting out at Gore, is aug¬ mented to 13 sail, in which are to go 1,500 land-men. The design remains yet secret in three men’s breasts only, but in all conjecture it is for the West Indies or the islands that way. [Extract from Holland Gorresp .] 283 . Locke to Carleton. The business between the East India Companies is concluded, yet a little difference has lately fallen out about security to be given by our merchants for transporting some pepper in which the merchants adventurers should have joined with our East India Company, but refused. Sends copy of an absolute order from the Privy Council to make them do it. [Extract from Domestic Gorresp., Jac. I., Vol. GXL., No. 5, Gal., p. 541.] 284 . Thos; Benson to Edward Nicholas, secretary to Lord Zouch. Sir Henry Mainwaring has three projects for his own future employment, one of which is to go to the East Indies, whither Benson wishes him a very prosperous voyage. [Extract from Domestic Gorresp., Jac. I., Vol. GXL., No. 77, Gal., p. 544.] 285 . Petition of Robt. Salmon and Elizabeth his wife, late wife of Capt. Robert Bonner, deceased, to the Privy Council. Robt. Bonner, captain of the Dragon, who was slain by the Hollanders in the East Indies in 1619, before his death, delivered to the factors of the East India Company 1,000 ryals of eight, to be repaid to his executors in England. The Company after detaining the ryals three years and five months paid the petitioners in February last, but allowed only 5s. upon the dollar (sic) the ordinary exchange being 10s. the ryal. The Company being too great for the petitioners to deal with by ordinary course of law, 118 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. April 26. April 26. April 26. April 26. May 4. Macassar. 1623 ? they pray that the Governor and committees may be summoned before the Privy Council, and order given for them to do what is reasonable. [Domestic Corresp., Jac. /., Vol. CXL., No. 83, Cal., p. 545.] 286 . Amer Ben Said, King of Socotra, to King James. He was the first of all Oriental Kings to enter into perpetual peace and friendship with Capts. William Keeling and William Hawkins, and afterwards his Majesty, by two letters under his own hand, vouchsafed to account the King amongst his Majesty’s faithful sub¬ jects. Since then the captains have kept the peace so firmly and religiously that all his ships have traded safely and securely in all parts of the Indies. Having now an opportunity of writing to his Majesty, he vows and dedicates his whole person, his island of Socotra, and his small ports into his Majesty’s hands.' Let his Majesty no otherwise esteem his small territory than his own proper England, and reckon himself amongst his most humble subjects. [Latin. Dated, “ 6 Regeb 1032.” Turkey Royal Letters. Eastern Princes.] 287 . Copy of the preceding. [East Lndies, Vol. LL., No. 80.] 288 . English translation of the above. [Turkey Royal Letters. Eastern Princes.] 289 . Copy of the preceding. [East Lndies, Vol. IT., No. 81.] 290 . Thomas Staverton to Mons. Lemonoy. You have not considered deliberately in taxing me with coming to your house in threatening manner against the Italian, who, though serving your Company, is never the honester or better man. It can be no breach ot peace between Kings, or of the friendship which our President vouchsafes towards you, to chastise a varlet, which belongs to no nation, or rather to every nation, a traitor, with insinuating paracitical tongue and fawning gesture. I pretend no quarrel or strife against you at present, or any of the French nation here with you, but if you seek strife, you may have your hands full. I protest against you Sig. Lemonoy in particular, and against all the French here with you and against the French Company in general. And whereas you tax me wrongfully, in pretending I have often said I would never do good to French if in my power to hurt, witness my many friendships to Sig. Gualters, for which I have received reprehension from my superiors. Ask the King of Macassar, many of the chiefs in this place, and the Portugals here resident. Ask Sig. Gualters himself, for ingratus est qui gratiam bene merenti non reponit, which I may well apply to you. This is my answer to your causeless protest. Delivered to Sig. Lemonoy by Henry Short, Wm. Danby, and Wm. Withers. [One page. O.C., Vol. X., No. 1114.] 291 . Petition of Thomazin Powell, widow, to the Privy Council. Her son [William Powell] about six years since was employed to the East Indies in the Swan, served in the great fight with the carrack in which the General [Benj. Joseph] was slain, and was afterwards taken in the Solomon, with many hundreds more at the EAST INDIES. 119 1623. May G. May 16. Amsterdam. May |f. (June 21.) Moluccas by the Hollanders, who spoiled him of all his goods and starved him to death in prison. She has long been a suitor to the East India Company for recompense. Prays their Lordships media¬ tion with the Company or the States of Holland. [Domestic Oorresp., Jcic. L, Vol. CXXIV., Xo. 103, Gal., p. 329.] 292 . Report of the Masters of the Trinity House to the Privy Council upon the demands of the [above ?] and other petitioners [see also Xos. 361, 362.] They have received one-third part of wages from the East India Company by mediation of the Judge of the Ad¬ miralty, and on their pursuasion the Company have consented to pay the other two thirds, less certain deductions. Had hoped they had deserved so much of the petitioners that they would not have further troubled their Lordships. [One page. East Indies, Vol. II., Xo. 82.] 293 . Barlow to Carleton. There is no news of moment from the Indies. The proceedings of the Dutch fleets off Macao, Goa, and Malacca are not known. The English Company has a ship home with pepper, mace, and nutmegs. The Dutch have lost a ship of great value, bound for Amboyna, and the English one coming from England with full lading, on the coast of Java; these here have begun to perform the Accord made in England, and have paid him 200,000 guilders, the rest, he makes no doubt, will ^follow. Hopes no further questions will arise, for if these had never been, both Companies had been in better estate than now they are, by at least 2,000,00(V. [Holland Correspi\ 294 . (Carleton) to Sir W. Aston and Sir Edward Herbert. The fleet he has before mentioned has now set out from the new haven of Helfordsluys (Hellevoetsluis), victualled for 80 months. Their design is not yet divulged, but by common opinion their voyage lies for the East Indies, but Carleton has many reasons for thinking that they go to seek their adventure in the West Indies, and if they find nothing to settle upon, to return by Le Maire’s passage, and take in a lading in the East Indies. Two Dutch ships not over richly iaden have arrived, bringing news that the Dutch have burnt five small frigates about Malacca, and lost a great ship with 43 men, between Banda and Amboyna. The English Company have lost a fair ship, the Trial, with her full lading from England and 97 men, on the coast of Java ; in recompence whereof they have a ship from thence, laden with pepper, mace, and nutmegs. The Dutch begin to perform the Accord, having paid 200,000 guilders to the English factor at Amsterdam, in part of what was agreed on for restitution, and the rest will speedily follow. Endorsed, “To Sir H. Wotton, Sir Thos. Roe, and Sir Isaac Wake, the 27th May 1623.” [Extract from Holland Gorresp .] 295 . “ The Command of Sultaun Dower Buckesh, grandchilde to the Splendor of Mahomet’s Religion, the Victorious Jahangeer Paudshawh.” “ Now it hath pleased his Excellence to graunt this mandatt; that the Wor 11 . Tho. Rastell, Capk of the English, maie freely land with his people and reside in the Port of Surat, and contentively prosecute their affaires for whatsoever is agreed in 120 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. June 27. Philpot Lane, London. June 30. (Greenwich) July 1. St. Martin’s Lane. July 1. London. July 2. wrighting and concluded by the Honorable Sief Chaun and Venerable Musseeh El Zemaun and the Marchants of Suratt. What they have agreed unto I doe rattefy as my owne deed ; and henceforth none shall make claime or question touching the said agreement; but ever here¬ after the Englishe shall be kindly accomodated with good usage and furtherance in their busines. Dated on Satterday the third of the month Azer in the eighteenth yeare of His MaV’ 8 raigne.” Endorsed, “Translation of the young Prince’s Firman, &c.,” [Half a page. O.C., Vol. IX., Ko. 1103.] 296 . Sir Thos. Smythe to Sec. Conway. Capt. Christian is gone down to the Bonaventure and ready to sail with the first wind. He was unable to wait upon Conway before his departure. [Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXLV1I., No. 76, Gal., p. 622.] 297 . (Sec. Conway) to Sec. Calvert. His Majesty recommends to his judicious handling the intimations to the merchants (of the East India Company) of the serious and grievous complaints of the Am¬ bassadors of Spain, and otherwise of the great wrongs and spoils made by them to their infinite enriching, at Armuse (Ormuz). These com¬ plaints are new and pressed hard, the issue of which must be attended to, and can do no hurt if men be well warned. [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. GXLVII., No. 88, Cal., p. 624.] 298 . Sec. Calvert to [Sec. Conway]. Has intimated to the merchants of the East India Company the King’s commands touching Ormuz, but will send to morrow for the Governor himself and let him know the King’s pleasure. [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXLVIII, No. 5, Cal, p. 2.] 299 . Capt. Thos. Conway to his father, Sec. Conway. Prays his most assisting hand for a lady, not named, in obtaining the King’s especial commission to his Commissioners of the Navy for her better procurement of her seized on estate out of the hands of the East India Company. [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXLVIII., No. 6, Cal., p. 2.] 300 . Minutes of a General Court of the East India Company. Those absent to be fined 12 d. a piece, according to former order. Arrival of the Lesser Jantes; a portion of the pepper to be sold in town to keep the Dutch out of the market. Price of maces set at 8s. (kl. and 5s. Gd. per lb., and of nuts (nutmegs) 3s. per lb. The first half capital of those who have not taken it out in goods to be paid in money at Michaelmas. Alderman Hallidaie, though he earnestly excuses himself on the ground of weak health, re-elected Governor, and consents to act for another year, the Court under¬ taking to spare him as much as possible. Morris Abbott, now that the business of the treaty is over, desired the Court to consider that he hath served eight years and grows old, and hath need of rest and to enjoy himself; but he is re-elected Deputy. William Stone and Robert Bateman elected Treasurers, after a discussion about the auditing of the accounts. Six of the 24 committees being changed every year, Joab Harby, Simon Lawrence, Robert Parkhurst, Giles Martin, George Strowd, and William Cokayne are elected in place EAST INDIES. 121 1G23. of Sir Edwin Sandys, Nicholas Crispe, Mr. Keightly, Henry Robinson, Henry Powlstead, and Thomas Millward. Robert Bacon, the Sec¬ retary, Andrew Ellam, and Christopher Lanman, book-keepers, and Richard Mountney, husband of the Company, are re-elected. A letter is delivered to Mr. Governor in open court, directed to the Generalty and subscribed George Ball, by John Gloster, a goldsmith of Southwark, who affirms that it is a copy and not the original. Unanimously resolved not to read it, but to complain of the matter to the Lords of the Privy Council. [Five pages. Court Bh. VI., 1-5.] July 4-23. 301 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. In reference to Mr. Smitheck’s petition to the King, to which Mr. Comptroller and Sir Edward Sackville were appointed referees, they entreat the Company to bestow something upon petitioner for his four months’ attendance at the Court, but the Court taking it he was the only cause of his own discharge for the unreasonable terms he stood upon, saw no cause to give him anything. Letters brought from the Earl of Holderness, in behalf of Lewis Smith, who claims wages at 30 1. per annum, but the Court Book shows that his wages are 20k per annum, therefore Smith, who is sent over to answer his misdemeanours, has received all he could have demanded if he had faithfully served, but as he deserved ill, he could with no reason expect so much. The Earl prayed to be satisfied with this answer. The Company to stand out about the payment of the Lizard light, the Trinity House holding it altogether unnecessary and fruitless, but have compounded for their part, though they could wish the business brought to a new dispute. The Court is informed by Mr. Deputy [Morris Abbott] that Sec. Calvert having sent for some of the Company, himself, Mr. [Robt.] Bell, and the Company’s secretary [Robt. Bacon] attended at the Star Chamber and spoke with Sec. Calvert, who said he had received two or three letters from Sec. Conway, signifying that the Spanish Ambassador had pressed the King touching the business of Ormuz, and that his Majesty’s pleasure was he should speak with the Com¬ pany concerning the same, and now he wished them to send to Sec. Conway in writing such satisfaction as they can at present give, taking knowledge of what he had said unto them. The Court took consideration of this business, which being weighty (all circumstances considered), they conceived there could not be too much caution used in the very entrance, and therefore thought fit to forbear writing, but entreated Mr. Deputy and M r. Bell to repair to Mr. Sec. (Conway) at Windsor, and the Company’s secretary to attend them. The Charles to victual at Erith, for the better keeping of the men aboard. Some of the men of the Lesser James examined as to whether they had been the cause, “ through their unfortunately not differing far from a mutiny,” of carrying the ship into Ireland. The men to be paid, but the officers respited for the present. Mr. Stone, “ one of the city’s council,” to be appointed arbitrator with Mr. Jeffreys, between the Company and Mr. Pattison, in place of Mr. Coxe, of the Temple, who has “ to ride a circuit.” Demands of Mary, widow of [? Mary Jackson, sister of, see ante, No. 30] George Cokayne (slain in the Company’s service), about a house in Succadana: she produced one 122 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623, Hayward as a witness, “ a man that for an offence not to be named was sent home and had deserved to be hanged in the Indies resolved, that she must rest contented with what she hath had. Con¬ sideration of a master for the Charles: Swann’s demand of 200L per annum, and 501 . gratuity to set him out; the Court not doubting they should find choice of able men for the command of that ship, “ would follow no man in his unreasonable demands.” July 9.—An order in Chancery read that Ball should have his wearing apparel, linen, &c., his goods, because they are perishing, to be sold and sequestered into some indifferent hand, and his books and papers deposited at Guildhall, where he may have access to them. The Court propounded whether they might not attach his goods, but Sir John Walter advised that the Company in no sort proceed at common law and in the Star Chamber both at once. Ball to come in the afternoon for his wearing apparel, &c. In reference to the business of Mrs. Wickham, it was determined to consider the Lord Keeper’s offer to give the case “ a short and summary hearing, or to refer it to arbitrament.” Mr. Bell and Mr. Stile to advise with the Attorney General thereon. William Cokayne, elected at the last General Court one of the committee, requests leave to resign, on account of his having in hand a very great business ; to be referred to a General Court. The Great James, because the heat of the season would do much hurt to her sheathing, to be launched, and the Lesser James to take her place. The fitting of the Eagle and Star for sea at a charge of SOCK and 250/. deferred until the Court hears again from the Indies. Master named for the Charles, but because she is a ship of great charge and is to go alone, the Court are extraordinary careful to fit her with a good master, but took distaste to Mr. Swann’s peremptory demands, yet because they had experience of his honesty and sufficiency he is to be once more spoken with, and if he shall continue in his resolution the Company will never treat with him again. The Court informed that 150 barrels of powder are to be had, but it must not be known ; ordered that they be bought and laid up at Deptford, and a man appointed to watch them. Petition of Woodall, the Company’s surgeon, against any other being allowed to provide the surgeon’s chest for the Charles ; debate thereon, and resolution that a trial medicine chest for 100 men, with the prices, be provided by those that will undertake it. Mr. Deputy [Abbott] reported that he and Mr. Bell attended Sec. Conway concerning the business of Ormuz, and delivered what Sec. Calvert had said : he found that complaint had been made to his Majesty, but did not perceive that it is much pressed at the instant, that the King would be in London on Wednesday, when, if there were cause, Sec. Conway would send for them. Offers for mace, nutmegs, and indigo at certain prices. Petition of David Bourne, who was arrested for a debt due to the Company for goods, and sold his adventure in the first joint stock to pay it, that the remainder be paid to him; some present relief to be granted to the petitioner. The Court hold the light on the Lizard to be very unnecessary and unuseful to this Company, and are therefore determined not to contribute to the payment of it. The charges of the Company’s proctor to be audited. EAST INDIES. 123 July 11.—Woodall presents one John Hedlow (Headly) as master surgeon to the Charles. Doctors Atkins and Winston to make proof of and report on his proficiency. Richard Swan entertained master of the Charles at 15 1. per month ; if he brings his ship laden, and touches at no port until he come to the Downs he shall have 100Z. : for these favours he promises to use no private trade, and to hinder it in others. Report made that Sir John Walter continues still of the mind that the Company shall do best not to proceed against Ball at common law, so long as the suit in the Star Chamber is depending. Mrs. Wickham’s case. Mr. Attorney to “ move at the next seal ” that Ball’s books and papers may “ stay here,” and that the proceeds of his goods and a competent proportion of his linen be delivered to him, and no more. Resolution to vent their maces themselves at 8s. Qd. and os. Gd. per lb., for the Dutch have but a small quantity in Europe, though cloves in abundance, for though they have two parts and the English but one, they trade with them to the Coromandel coast. The indigo not to be sold under price, as this is the season for the dyeing of all the wools. Bond sealed to abide the decision of the arbitrators concerning all questions between the Company and Benjamin Pattison. Submission of Roe, late master of the Star, to the charges of going to Ireland, wasting powder and provisions in entertaining the Dutch, and appropriating goods from a prize; he alleges the disobedience of his men, who altered the ship’s course whilst he slept; that his entertainment of the Dutch was in courtesy, but extended not to riot, and his expense in powder was nothing near to that of the Dutch ; that he had from the prize but 100 lbs. of cloves and a few trifles, as the captain’s girdle and hangers with buckles of silver, a taffeta quilt, but nothing of value. Committee appointed to end the business. July 16.—Commissioners named for examining witnesses at Ply¬ mouth in Mrs. Wickham’s case, Alderman Allen to nominate those for Bristol. Payment on account of wages to the wife of Capt. Fitzherbert. To speak with Sir Henry Marten and Dr. Zouch con¬ cerning the proceedings with Capt. Hawkeridge in the Admiralty Court. A Court of Sales to be held on Wednesday afternoon next, and bills of sales to be set up at the Exchange and other usual places. Certificate of Doctors Atkins and Winston that of three surgeons examined by them, John Headly is the most sufficient. Harrison’s accounts. Petition of William Bennet, sent home prisoner in the Lesser James, for a copy of the true charge against him. The Court con¬ ceived this to be a demand infused into him by some crafty counsel, and therefore wished him rather to confess his offence and show how he is able to give satisfaction. 51. to be given to the King’s waiters for the ship James, and 40s. to the Farmer’s waiters, as hath been usual in like cases. July 18.—Arrival of the London, Jonas, and Lion in the Downs. Committees appointed to go aboard and keep all the goods aboard, as well those of the mariners as of the Company. Letters brought by the purser of the London read.J 124 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. July 23.—Consideration of Pattison’s business ; agreed to pay 11CK in full of all pretences on account of the estate of Henry Pattison deceased, as well from William Pattison, the father, as from Benjamin and Ralph Pattison and Ann King, brothers and sister to the testator. John Conyers appointed tailor on board the Charles, but to learn to do the work of a mariner also. Information that Capt. Hawkeridge had arrested George Pettus on an action of 1,0002., which being only for vexation and in revenge of some report to the Company concerning Capt. Hawkeridge, resolved that Mr. Mountney, their husband, and Mr. Cappur, their remembrancer, be bail for said Pettus. Report of Walter Mountford that a great quantity of pepper was sold out of the [Lesser] James in Ireland, and that Roberts, the master, contracted himself there to a girl of 13 years ; he is to appear before the Court on Friday. Report of Mr. Deputy that the Commissioners of the Navy require some help of victuals from the Company for setting forth his Majesty’s ships; he had offered to lend 15,000 of bread, but they required 20 hogsheads of beef, and he demanded whether that quantity may be spared ; the Court made answer that where there is a necessity for the King’s service they will not suffer themselves to be compelled, but readily yield to what they can do, though with much inconvenience, as the beef provided is to supply their people in the Indies. Mr. Garro- way to attend the Commissioners and satisfy them with a less quantity, if not, the Company would not be wanting to his Majesty’s service. Report of Mr. Deputy that the Governor, himself, and some others of the Company being summoned by the King to attend his Majesty at Whitehall on Sunday last [20th], they went, except the Governor, whose health did not permit, and his Majesty commanding the chamber to be voided of all other company, told them he had understood from the Duke of Buckingham that the Company had before his going promised to gratify the Duke, which promise had been confirmed since at a court; the King therefore advised them to do it now in his absence, when the gift will come the more accept¬ ably, because thereby it would appear they had been mindfull of him. His Majesty said further (and spake it cheerfully) that the gratification to the Duke had been stayed until the business of Ormuz were cleared, and that their ships being now arrived, his Majesty doubted not they would perform what they intended and willed, Mr. Deputy to send their answer wherever his Majesty should be in progress. The Court considered the Lord Admiral’s favours to the Company, and the continual use they have of his favour, and that this business of Ormuz may form a strong opposi¬ tion, also that howsoever the King had formerly said the Duke should have nothing from the Company for the business of the Dutch, yet it is both fit to gratify him and is expected at their hands, the rest of the lords having been gratified. Resolved, with one consent, that for his favours in the last treaty with the Dutch, and to sweeten him for their future occasions, and particularly for that of Ormuz, he shall have 2,0002., and that the King be acquainted with this resolution. Offer of Nathaniel Cobb to serve the Company. [ Twenty-one pages. Court Blc. VI., 6-25.] EAST INDIES. 125 1623. July 23. July 23 to June 23, 1021 . 1623. July 25. 302 . Minutes of a General Court of Sales. List of goods sold, consisting of Bezoar stones, diamonds, and pepper, with the names of purchasers and the prices. \Tivo pages and a half. Court BIc., VI., 26-28.] 303 . Minutes, in the handwriting of Edward Nicholas, “ touching the business of Ormuz, and more especially the prizes taken in the Indies by the East India Company.” The King sends for the Governor to gratify the Lord Admiral in his absence ; resolved with one consent by the Court that he should have 2,000/., “ as well for favor shown in the business of the Dutch as to sweeten him for their future occasions, aud particularly for that of Ormuz.” First over¬ ture of a demand for the business of Ormuz and other reprizals taken by the East India Company; a committee appointed, but the Company resolved to stand on their innocency. Dr. Steward’s opinion that the 10th part belongs by custom to the Lord Admiral, but there is no law for it. Dr. Zouch’s opinion. The Company unwilling to contend with the Lord Admiral, and hope to satisfy him that he has no right to tenths in their case. The Company’s ships stayed, upon a motion in Parliament. The Company hath taken in value 100,000/, in several parts of the Indies. The Dutch in such cases give five per cent, to the States and as much to the Prince of Orange. Demands of the King and the Lord Admiral; the latter protests the ships shall not go till the Company have compounded with him. The King calls the Company pirates, arrests the Company in an action for 15,000/., and will not compound for less than 10,000/, The Company unwilling to go to law with the King; he tells the committee he was promised 1,000/. for the busi¬ ness of Ormuz. He says he is no tyrant; he allows his subjects the benefit of law, and would have it so tried. The Lord Admiral refuses to release the ships till Parliament is moved. The King says to the committee, “ Did I deliver you from the complaint of the Spaniard, and do you return me nothing ?” Resolved that 5,000/. be offered. The King demands 10,000/. for himself and as much for the Lord Admiral; he says that 100,000/. is taken justly or unjustly, if unjustly all is lost, if justly yet they must pay a B [right of tenths], and he will not suffer the Lord Admiral to compound. Resolved that 10,000/. be offered for the King to shut up all busi¬ nesses. The King insists on his former demands. An end must be made before the ships will be released. Resolved to petition the King that 10,000/. might be accepted. The Company’s ships have leave to depart 23 March 1624. The King takes the petition ill, and demands 15,000/. now and 5,000/. on the return of the ships from Surat. 1,000/. paid to Sir Allan Apsley. Correspondence with Lord Conway as to the payment of the 20,000/. At the King’s express pleasure the money is paid. How the Company thinks fit that the acquittances should be worded. [Six pages. Endorsed as above. East Indies, Vol. II., JVo. 83.] 304 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Petition of Richard Bishopp, prisoner in Saint Katherines, for 25/. detained from his wages on a charge of taking a woman from Macassar, which woman was delivered to the King’s factor at Japara, by order of Bennett, the Company’s principal factor there ; the matter 126 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. cannot be settled until the accounts come from Macassar. Anthony Wallis, also a prisoner, petitions to pay his debt of 800 ryals at 5s. per ryal, and prays for his liberty. The Court replied that to a bad servant, as he was both at Surat and to the southward, whence he was shipped home as a delinquent, there is nothing due ; the matter deferred. Report of a committee that they found the London in better case than ever they saw any ship return out of the Indies, “ her men all and lusty, commending their captain for a loving and kind man, and he them for honest and serviceable men.” Morris Jones appointed surgeon’s mate to the Charles. A letter from Spalding shown by Mr. Jackson to the Company, concerning 400/,. given to mariners and certain pieces of damask sent in the Lesser James; a great probability of alteration observed in the figures, which are blotted. Walter Mountford’s account of his inquiries in Bristol and Ireland ; that 1,000/. worth of pepper and cloves had been sold from the Lesser Jantes in Ireland, but he could not learn out either buyer or seller ; Roberts, the master, had contracted himself to a wench of 13 or 14 years, and Capt. Hawkeridge to a daughter or near kinswoman of the Lady Southwell. Mountford offers to account for all sums received by him and not accounted for (which he guessed to be about 700/.) in a fortnight; is much blamed for his slackness, and ordered that he be no more employed until he has accounted. In future all their servants so employed to account for their disbursements within three or four davs, while things are fresh in memory. Committees to unlade the Lion, Jonas, and London. Debts of Lawrence Greene and Mr. Jeames. Beversham, master of the Lion, lately returned from Surat, “ gently blamed ” for leaving his ship before she was unladen ; explains by what means Ruy Frere, the Portugal commander, escaped through the negligence of the watch, though he had set a guard of six men with rapiers and pistols. Robert Hayes, late the Company’s factor in the Indies, who had been discharged for a gross error, acknowledges his fault and begs for employment; after discussion, he is appointed to go in the Charles, upon rebate somewhat of his wages. Expences of Richard Betton, hurt aboard one of the ships, to be paid by Mountney. The London and Jonas will cost GOO/, per annum to keep them afloat; opinion thereon deferred. An afternoon meeting, appointed principally for conference with Mr. Monox, lately returned out of Persia in the Lion. An abstract of his journal read. Being demanded upon what warrant the action of Ormuz was grounded for so much as concerned the English, he answered that, first, his Majesty’s commission to defend and offend ; secondly, a consultation at Surat; and lastly, the instructions received by the commanders of the ships for the -weakening and ruining of the Portugals that had fought with our ships, slain our men, and impeached the freedom of our trade, were in-their judgments induce¬ ment and warrant enough to do what they did ; but there was another reason above all these, which was that the Company having goods ashore to a very great value, and their factors there with them, the Persians did deny to give way to put the goods aboard, refusing leave for their camels to carry them to the shore, except EAST INDIES. 127 1623. the English would aid him for the gaining of Ormuz; also when the Persian commanders came aboard the English ships and pro¬ pounded the service there appeared no possibility to get the Com¬ pany’s goods aboard without it, and they thought they might take that opportunity to disable their enemies and repair their former wrongs, and that they were warranted thereunto by his Majesty’s commission and those other directions they had. Discussion in reference to how it appeared the Company’s goods were in danger if the English assisted not the Persian. Monox affirmed it to be a happy turn for the Portugals that the English were there, for at their earnest request the English received them into their ships and saved them all, which afterward they ill requited, for they plotted a treachery upon a frigate of the English, which was discovered. Being demanded of the richness of the spoil, Monox made answer that the Portugals expected a siege and had sent away their wives and children, and therefore it was not likely they would leave any treasure there, and as for goods they had none ; and that they expected a siege appears by a letter directed to the King of Spain, which Monox said he saw in the hands of the King of Ormuz, and hath a copy of it. Also he is of opinion that the Portugals did in a sort sell themselves, for Ormuz, with two months’ siege, was in that want of victuals that it could not have held out, which had it been victualled had been easy enough to be kept both against the English and Persian. Monox said the sea commanders and pursers sold the goods the English took there much underfoot, for there were none suffered to buy but Persians; the Armenians who came down from Gombroon to buy were not suffered to do so. The factors at Surat had accounts of the sale. For other circumstances concerning Ormuz, Monox referred the Company to his journal [see below], which he begged might be safely restored to him. Notice from the bailiff and justices of Ipswich, that indigo, pepper, and calicoes have come to that port from the Lion, on behalf of the master and others; the goods to be stayed until further orders, and the messenger paid 20s. Ordered that a dividend of half a capital in pepper from the Lesser James, the London, Jonas, and Lyon be declared, and that a General Court be held on Wednesday next for that and for settling the price, as also to make known God’s goodness to the Company in the safe return of the ships. [Seven pages. Court Bh. VI., 28-35.] [1621-2.] 305 . Journal of Edward Monnox, agent in Persia, being a narrative of transactions with the Persians and Portuguese previous, during, and subsequent to the expulsion of the Portuguese from Ormuz; also a “ History at large of the taking of Ormuz Castle, being delivered up to the English.” [The first leaf is missing ami several leaves are mutilated, but the whole of this paper is printed in Purchas, II., pp. 1793 et seq. Fifty-four pages. O.C., Vol. VIII., No. 1032.] July 25 to 306 . Consultations and other writings upon dissolving the English Dec. 22. factory at Firando, in Japan, in 1623, and account of the presents Firando. given to the King and great men at our coming away from thence. Consultation upon giving advice to the Emperor of Japan and the King of this place, of our dissolving the factory. Whereas they have received a letter from President Fursland 128 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. and Council, confirmed by a commission to Joseph Cockram, merchant, in the ship Bull, for dissolving this factory, and coming all way for Batavia upon said ship, in respect of the small benefit, or rather loss in keeping the factory so long, they with all willingness obey. Have resolved to give advice hereof to the Governor or King of this place, Fegeno Camme, at pre¬ sent at Miako, and the Lords of his Majesty’s Council of Japan, being thereunto counselled by the principal men of this place, who affirm that, without leave of the Emperor, they cannot depart all out of this country. They stand in doubt that certain presents, as at former times, are expected, which at present they hold not convenient; for if the Emperor should be at his Court at Eado (Yedo), it would be doubtful their return in time to depart with the ship, besides they are not provided of fitting presents. Have resolved, therefore, to send their juro- basso, Coe Juan, to-morrow on this journey, with letters to his Majesty’s Council and the King of this place, desiring theirfriendly departure, and excusing the not coming themselves. Signed by Joseph Cockram, Richard Cocks, Jno. Osterwick, William Eaton, and Edmond Sayer, Firando. 25th July 1623. Letter to Fegeno Camme, King or Governor of Firando, sent by our jurobasso, Coe Juan, to the Emperor’s Court now at Miako. Are strictly charged by their General and Council of India to recover in all debts abroad, and for a time to dissolve the factory, and come away every one of them ; which com¬ mand they may not infringe, but do resolve by the prime of November next to depart. The reasons are not proceeding out of any unkind usage here, but rather the danger of the seas between this and Batavia, having lost within three years two great ships bound for this place ; the small hopes they have of procuring trade with China, partly upon which hopes they have continued the factory here thus long, at no small expense; and now lastly, the loss of one of the Company’s ships in her voyage from England, richly laden with commodities vendible in Japan, by which they are altogether unprovided of goods to supply this factory. Notwithstanding, if next year produce any better encouragement, they may return again; upon which hope they intend not to sell their houses and godown, but according to their General’s order to leave them to his Highness, entreating they may be kept for them and repossessed by them if they return again, of which his Highness shall have advice every year. Have written and enclosed letter to the Lords of his Majesty’s Council, which, if his Highness find requisite, he may cause to be delivered. Entreat him to excuse their not coming themselves, in respect of their short time of stay, and not being furnished with materials needful to present his Majesty’s Council of Japan. Signed by Joseph Cockram, and Richard Cocks. English Factory, Firando, 26th July 1623. Letter to the Lords of his Majesty’s Council of Japan, sent by our jurobasso, Coe Juan, to the Emperor’s Court at Miako for the time being. With the free consent and license of his EAST INDIES. 129 1623. Majesty the Emperor, they have thus long continued their factory at Firando, without any molestation or injury; and being now by their general and Council of India called from hence, with order for a time to dissolve this factory and come all away for Batavia, upon the ship expressly sent for that pur¬ pose, they have thought fitting hereof to acquaint them, that as they had first admittance to settle a factory here, and to remain in his Majesty’s country, so likewise that they may have the like favor now for their departure. The reasons moving hereunto are largely expressed in their letter to the Governor of this place, Fegeno Camme, from whom they acknowledge to have received many courtesies. They would themselves have been the messengers hereof, but that their occasions are more urgent here, the time of their stay being short. Signed by Richard Cocks, and Joseph Cockram. English Factory, Firando, 2Gth July 1623. Consultation conferred upon sending an Englishman to the Emperor’s Court at Miako with presents to his Majesty and others his nobility. Whereas on the 26th of July last they sent their jurobasso to the Emperor’s Court at Miako, with letters of advice to his Majesty’s Council and the King or Governor dissolving this factory, they are now given to under¬ stand, by the King’s brother and other gentlemen, that it is expressly required that one or two Englishmen be sent about this business, otherwise they shall not have leave to depart. Also that they must send presents to his Majesty, and others his nobility, according to former custom, which this year they have endeavoured to excuse by all means possible. Wherefore they are forced to yield, and therefore by Richard Hudson, an assistant in the factory, send presents to his Majesty of Japan and the Lords of his Council, directed by letter to the King of this place, intreating his favourable excuse that they arc no better, they being indeed of small value to what formerly hath yearly been given. Signed by Richard Cocks, Joseph Cockram, Jno. Osterwick, Wm. Eaton, and Edmond Sayer. English Factory, Firando, 2nd August 1623. The account of presents given to the Emperor of Japan, Owendono, his secretary, Shemada Jeboydono, Owtadono, of the Council, and his secretary, Itamie Quenosquedono, Caqu- sainondono, and the hosts at Miako and Osaka, consisting of embroidered quilts, velvets, satins, silks, damasks, and taffetas, to the value of 268 taies in all. Letter to Fegeno Camme, King or Governor of Firando, sent by Richard Hudson to the Emperor’s Court at Miako. Their last of 26th July, by their j urobasso, craving their friendly departure and excusing the not coming themselves, they well hoped would have prevailed; but, contrary to expectation, they understand by Tonomonsama, his Highness’s brother, and others his nobility here, that it is required that they send an Englishman in perfor¬ mance of this business, which they well hoped their jurobasso might have effected. And now seeing it cannot be otherwise, they send the bearer, Richard Hudson, with certain small presents for I 130 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. his Majesty’s Council, such as the time will afford and their ability of means stretch unto, intreating him to further the dispatch of this messenger. They have also delivered to this bearer his Majesty’s goshem which was granted for their free traffic in Japan, being thereunto required by Tonomonsama and Naygensama, as doubting by them it would be demanded to be delivered up to his Majesty’s Council. But they would intreat the continuance of it in their hands, or in his Highness’ custody, that returning again they may have the freer entrance. Entreat his favourable assistance, and hope to see him at Firando and take a friendly farewell. Signed by Richard Cocks, and Joseph Cockram. English Factory at Firando, 2nd August 1623. Consultation upon giving presents to the King of this place, Fegeno Camme, and others his nobility and gentlemen, accord¬ ing to former custom. Whereas yearly it hath been accustomed to give presents to the King, his brother, and other his gentle¬ men, and it is daily expected of them as a due debt, in respect they pay no customs; they have resolved to ordain their presents at as small a charge as they may. Had intended to have forborne their delivery until “ a day two or three ” before their departure, but in respect of monies owing by the King’s brother and other gentlemen, together with the merchants of the street, they have thought more convenient to deliver them at present, hoping thereby they will be mindful to give satis¬ faction for what they are owing, and cause the merchants of the street to do the like, of which they have the better con¬ fidence in respect the King himself is now here in person. Signed by Richard Cocks, Joseph Cockram, Jno. Osterwick, Wm. Eaton, and Edmond Sayer. English Factory, Firando, 21st November 1623. Account of presents given to Fegeno Camme, the King of Firando, Tonomonsama, the King’s brother, Naygonsama, chief justice, Tarosaymondono, Tackamondono, Semidono, Dashen- dono, Caquemondono, Coffeodono, and “ the sea bungowe,” consisting of satins, embroidered velvets, lead, Russia hides, damasks, silks, and taffetas, amounting in value to 774 taies. Consultation upon the factors all coming away from Japan and dissolving the Company’s factory at Firando. Flave used their best endeavours, both by courteous means and by com¬ plaining to the justices, yet many debts are standing forth still, amounting to 12,821 taies, and no certain hope of recovering any of them ; for where they should find most right they are most abused, which is by the justices, who being indebted themselves, will neither make payment nor force others thereto, and have no longer hopes of recovering more, they being for the most part poor and not worth the money they owe. A longer stay of the ship upon uncertainties would but breed a further charge, and they find the debts altogether so desperate that they rather conclude to come all away than to leave any behind upon no hope of benefit. Have resolved to leave a power with Capt. Cornelius Newrode, principal of the Holland factory, to recover EAST INDIES. 131 1623. the debts ; and their houses and go downs they will deliver into the King’s hands, who has promised they shall he safely kept and looked unto, and returning again he delivered into their hands; and for more security they have determined to take a writing of him or some of his “ bundewes. Signed by Richard Cocks, Joseph Cockram, Jno. Osterwick, William Eaton, and Edmond Sayer. English Factory, Firando, 16th December 1623. Commission left in the hands of Cornelius Newrode, chief of the Hollanders’ factory of Firando, “at our departure thence.” Notwithstanding their best endeavours, many of their debts are standing out still, which time will not permit them before their departure to recover; wherefore they presume, “ according to our President’s order and your General’s grant,” to repose their trust upon him, intreating his good endeavours for pro¬ curing all such debts as they shall leave behind, for account of the English Company, and what he shall recover, to make over to their President in “ soma or seda plate.” Enclose a Japan writing or letter of attorney, authorising him to demand and receive all moneys due to their Company, and also the account of debts. Signed by Richard Cocks, Joseph Cockram, Jno. Osterwick, Wm. Eaton, and Edmond Sayer. English Factory, Firando, 22nd December 1623. Enclosed, Account of Debts due to the Company from their factory of Firando, by Japoners and others, as per their bills left with Captain Cornelius Newrode, principal of the Hollanders factory in Firando, to recover. Tonomonsama, the King’s brother, as per his bill Ts. ms. - 417 0 cond 7 Semidono )) - 670 6 0 Owkeno Camme )) - 33 0 0 Tackamondono V - 437 0 0 Sansamondono )> - 70 4 0 Soyemondono V - 18 0 0 Shefeodono >) - 30 0 0 Eado Shoboydono - 17 7 3 Congawa Lizamondono - » - 100 0 0 Kemore Jewboydono, )) - 51 6 9 China Captain Andreas „ )) 6,636 0 0 Matsnanga Kitchzamondono )) - 153 5 9 Cawabuch Kewierodono )) - 200 0 0 Amea Shimboidono )) - 50 2 0 Aweamatch Sansadono - >) - 51 4 0 Yoshemoro Shojerodono - )) 3,218 0 0 Cusamondono, of Nangasaque )> - 155 5 4 Yoshemondono and Cofeodono of Nangasque, as per his bill Coe Juan, jurobassoe - „ Grosayemondono, sometime jurobassoe „ - 291 8 3 - 200 0 0 19 7 5 Somma totalis - 12,821 8 0 [: Together , eleven pages. O.G., Vol.X., No. 1115.] I 2 132 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. July 26. London. July 30. July 30. July 30. July 30 to Aug. 6. 307 . Chamberlain to Carleton. Our East India Company was at a low ebb but is now somewhat afloat again by the arrival of three ships richly laden, but hear as whispering that the Spanish Am¬ bassador hath a meaning to arrest them upon pretence of the business of Ormuz. [ Extract from Domestic Gorresp., Joe. I., Vol., GXLIX., Xo. 48, Cal., p>. 30.] 308 . [Sec. Conway] to Mr. Fotherley. The King has directed the East India merchants to present to the Duchess of Buckingham 2,000 1. in gold. Her Grace is to be acquainted with it that the money may be disposed of for the advantage of the Duke’s service. [Domestic Gorresp., Jac. I., Vol. GXLIX., Xo. 97, Col., p. 38.] 309 . Sec Conway to the Duchess of Buckingham. The King has commanded him to inform her Grace that the East India Company will attend her with a present of 2,00CK and that Mr. Fotherley will wait on her with information of the most proper way for the dis¬ tribution of it. [Domestic Gorresp., Jac. I., Vol, CXLIX., Xo. 98, Gal., p. 38.] 310 . Sec. Conway to the Governor of the East India Company. It is the King’s pleasure that the 2,00(E. in gold be given to the Duchess of Buckingham to be by her disposed of to the use of her Lord. [Domestic Gorresp., Jac. I, Vol. GXLIX., Xo. 99, Cal., p. 38.] 311 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Request of William Biddulph concerning his chest and goods on the Jonas. Motion on behalf of Sir Randall Cranfield, formerly a suitor to the Company, whose brother the Lord Treasurer had requested with importunity, that the Company would give him out the money he had paid into the new stock, which was refused as not in their power to do, but it was agreed to give the Lord Treasurer content, to grant three freedoms if they may procure the sale of Sir Randall’s adventure, and both himself and the Lord Treasurer be satisfied. Order of Chancery presented by George Ball for the delivery of certain things in a note annexed; it is observed, that Ball by often and private importunities doth gain much upon the Company, and that his successes do much puff him up; committee to inform the Lord Keeper that the Company had performed the orders in a liberal manner, as for his wearing apparel, but to deliver 160 shirts and other things as the nroportion of necessity, they did not conceive to be his Lordship’s meaning; howbeit they would obey his directions therein. Distribution of the committees by two and two for unlad¬ ing the Lion and Jonas, each two to serve for one dav and no more. Extraordinary care and pains of Mr. Swanley for stowing all things aboard the Charles. Concerning the pepper in the Lesser James ; it is thought fit that a dividend of half a capital be taken out by those that will. Discussion whether the price of pepper should be 18ci or 1 dd. referred to a General Court. Minutes of a General Court of the East India Company; those absent to be fined 12 d. each. Half a capital to be divided in pepper, the price to be lowered Id. The Dutch at variance among themselves as to price, yet they have contracted for as much as will fill the markets of all Christendom. The Governor declared that EAST INDIES. 133 1623. “ their affairs both in the one and the other Indies are in reasonable good state.” Aug. 1.—Court Minutes of the East India Company. Messrs. Abdy and Eyers reported that they, with Mr. William Cokayne, had received the accounts concerning the estate of George Cokayne, on be¬ half of Mary Cokayne, executrix to her husband, the brother of the said George [? Mary Jackson administratrix to her brother George, see ante, No. 30, pp. 90-1.] and find no reason to allow any more than hath been already paid ; it was therefore the general opinion of the Court that the Company hath paid what can be justly challenged,and this was their final answer. Concerning the Lord Keeper’s order for delivery of Ball’s apparel, &c., it was explained that he intended not the delivery of any merchantable stuff; his Lordship very honourably minded towards the Company. Their course in the Star Chamber against Ball in some danger to be lost and to fall heavy on the Company through want of well following ; it was therefore thought fit, that albeit Mr. Tichborne is entertained to solicit the business, Messrs. Bell, Style, and Harby do oversee the proceeding. Motion concerning the dividend of James Coxe by his brother Charles Coxe. Counsel to be taken of Sir Henry Marten, Drs. Steward and Zouch, and Mr. Stone, whether the mariners of the Lion, having reaped the benefit of the spoil of Ormuz, should also have wages ; some thought they should, and that it had been the practice of the Company to pay them, and instanced the case of Sir David Middleton and Sir Thomas Dale, who both took prizes and yet the men were paid, to which it was answered, the case differeth, for this was not a pillage at sea but a proportion allotted out of the general spoils of the places taken; resolved to consult counsel thereon. All Weddall’s goods aboard the Jonas, to be brought up to the Company’s house before anything be delivered to him. Request of Anthony Wallis, prisoner in St. Katherine’s, about payment of arrears in his accounts. Messrs. Abdy and Eyers to see the weight and tale of the ryals now to be sent in the Charles. Request of Mr. Hackwell on behalf of the widow of Isaac Stevenson, late master of the Dolphin, for payment of 350?. 8s. Od. An4.—Such as desire it may take out one third of their O «/ dividend in Calicut pepper. As to the bill, of exchange formerly presented by the widow of Stevenson, albeit the Company hold it unreasonable to allow the rate of 6s. per ryal, yet they are tender of the reputations of their factors (Rastell and James) and will not protest the bills. Whereas it had been moved that there be stay made of paying the Lion’s men, in respect of their share of the spoils of Ormuz; it was now held fit to let fall that pretence and stay payment in respect the Company’s goods aboard that ship have received 1,000?. damage by ill-handling in the stowage. Aug. 6.—Request of Mr. Friday, a preacher returned out of the Indies, to take up his goods, the greatest part being indigo. Mrs. Stevenson’s bill of exchange ordered to be paid. James Beckford, a factor returned in the London, presented two packets of letters out of the Indies, which he received from Mr. Blythe. Answer of Beversham, master of the Lion, in reference to the ill-stowage in his 134 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1G23. ship to the value of 1,000/-; also as to the escape of Ruy Frere, the captain of the Portugal. The Court altogether unsatisfied with his answer, and that Beversliam not only let him go, hut with him the commission which gave him order to ruin the trade of the English in those parts, which had been a matter of very great moment to the Company, the Company having been given to understand that Buy Frere offered Capt. Weddall that had him formerly in keeping 1,000/. to wink at his escape, and it was not unlikely that now also he sought to make his way by money, and afterwards wrote that by the drunkenness of the master and company he escaped. Beversliam confessed he had sent some goods in a catch to Ipswich, and against next Friday is to set down what goods have been carried out of the ship and to whom they belong. The farmers of his Majesty’s Customs to be intreated to question one Brooke of the Customs at Portsmouth, who did very much slight the Company, and being “ of inward acquaintance ” with Bleth (Blythe) captain of the London, refused to give a note of the entries of goods landed out of the London. Order to Mr. Mountney that certain Indians come home in these ships, that have done good service, and some apprentices whose times are not yet expired shall be forthwith apparelled Mr. Deputy reported that he and Mr. Munnes had audience of his Majesty at Brempton, a house of Sir Edward Baynton, whither the King was retired from Salisbury. They gave thanks to his Majesty for directing them a way to gain so noble a friend as the Duke of Buckingham by gratifying him in his absence, and said that not¬ withstanding their low estate they were content to gratify the Duke with 2,000/. The King made answer it was well, and asked when it should be paid; they answered when his Majesty should appoint and desired to know to whom it should be paid; the King- said to the Duchess of Buckingham. Mr. Deputy said the Company hoped the Duke would take notice of their love and respect, to which the King replied, it should be his care to make him know it and prepare them to requite it. Mr. Deputy further made known to the King that the Company will be able to give a good account of the service at Ormuz. His Majesty said he was glad of it and asked what lading their ships brought and what vent they had for the great mass of calicoes that yearly come, to which was answered they vend in England, whereby the prices of lawns, cambrics, and other linen cloth are brought down, that England is now made the staple for that commodity, which having first served his Majesty’s dominions the overplus is transported to foreign parts in the nature of a home bred commodity. The King approved exceedingly of their answer, and said that was the ready way to bring treasure into his kingdom. Bequest of Mr. Woortoft, a brother of this Company, attending upon the Lord Keeper, for Edward Langford and William, Sandy to be entertained for the next shipping. Concerning Henry Bate’s petition for recompense for overplus of service, the Company have had no time to peruse their letters. Request of Mary Cokayne [? Jackson] for a further answer concerning her late brother’s estate, and the money he had laid out on the Company’s house in Succadana. Report that the account of the prize taken by the Richard is too short and that goods were spoilt by Beversham’s fault. The account to be delivered EAST INDIES. 135 1623. to his Majesty concerning Ormuz must be referred till his return from progress. Sir Henry Marten altogether excuses himself from being counsel in the doing of it, and Dr. Steward is far off. The Governor has received from Weddall good satisfaction in four par¬ ticulars—firstly, that there was a necessity of their aiding the Persian, because the Company’s goods and servants ashore had been in danger ; secondly, they gave no help by any land service; thirdly, two of those Portugal ships then at Ormuz were appointed to serve against the English ; fourthly, the English mollified many rigorous courses intended against the Portugals, and lent them their own ships to carry them to a place of safety. The Court thought fit that a report fit to be delivered to his Majesty be drawn up “by some well chosen civilians,” but that it be verbal and not in wilting, unless the King command it. [Sixteen pages. Court Minute Booh, VI., pp. 35-51.] Aug. G. 312 . [Sec. Conway] to [Morris] Abbott and [Robert] Bell. Con- Salisbury. cerning 15,000/1 impost money to be paid in for the ships lately arrived out of the East Indies. \_Minute. Conway s Letter Booh, p. 70.] Aug. G. 313 . Frances Lady Willughbye to Lord Zouch. The bearer, A s ough, hath a great inclination to go the East India voyage, as the Company will not entertain him without the recommendation of some nobleman; recpiests Lord Zouch’s letter in his behalf, not for any place or preferment but that he may go the voyage. [Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CL., No. 39, Cal., p. 4G.] Aug. 8-15. 314 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. A certain box of letters brought in the London, and by Blythe brought aboard the Jonas, to be called for. The farmers of the Customs to be requested to order their officers not to make entry of any goods out of the Company’s ships, without first making them acquainted. Messenger from the Lord Treasurer requiring that Mr. Deputy and Mr. Bell should attend him at Chelsea that afternoon : the Company’s secre¬ tary to attend Mr. Bell thither. Aug. 9.—A letter read from Sec. Conway to Mr. Deputy and Mr. Bell, that his Majesty having understood by them at Theobalds that there was to come into his coffers 15,000Z. ready money for impost on the Company’s goods in the London, Jonas, and Lion, had destined that money for a very special service, which “ was weighty and could not otherwise be supplied,” and therefore gave order the same should be paid to the Lord Treasurer; the Court found that, considering their silk (which is a great part of their lading) pays no impost at all, calicoes half impost, and much to be paid back for goods shipped out, and that pepper, the least parcel of the three, only pays whole impost, the King’s part will not come to above 3,000h It was said that Dr. William Garroway has a patent to receive the whole and pay back as men transport, and it was asked of Mr. Garroway whether if the whole impost were paid to the King, his father will pay back what shall be due upon shipping out; his answer was that except he received it, they could not expect it from him, and he was intreated to make known the case to the Lord Treasurer. 136 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. Garroway makes known that certain goods were landed at the Custom House quay belonging to Weddall, master of the Jonas, and a watch set upon them, but whether by corruption or negligence they were conveyed away to the Tower of London. It appears that some of the officers of the Custom House “ are overforward in helping our people to take up their goods,” and must be restrained by a more commanding hand ; a letter to be gotten from the Lord Treasurer to that effect. Aug. 13.—Mr. Deputy and Mr. Bell have satisfied the Lord Trea¬ surer and Chancellor of the Exchequer that their words were merely mistaken by his Majesty, having reference to the Customs and not to the impost; and now it is only required that the impost be paid in as soon as it shall appear what it is. No wages to be paid to Evans, who being made master of Capt. Roe’s prize, “ did break bulk and serve his own turn.” Stay to be made of the monies payable to Mrs. Stevenson, for that her husband was a freeman of the city of London, “ and therefore the orphans part is to be paid into the chamber.” Capt. Blythe, commander of the fleet, now returned from Surat, came into court and received the loving salutes and welcome of the Company. He promised that his journal and those of his officers and men should be brought in, and spoke of the victuals of Capt. Hall’s fleet. The Company wished him to deal fairly with them concerning his goods brought home on his own account, and to deliver a true inventory of them all, and he should find all loving and kind dealing; he promised to do so, and craved the Company’s pardon in that he had thought on a way of private conveying his goods away, out of fear lest there might have been a sequestration of them and perhaps of his person. He said that Willson, who came home surgeon in his ship, had undertaken to set down some busi¬ nesses whereat he had not been present, but grounded merely upon relation, and that the journal was at a scrivener’s shop to be written out, for whose use he knew not, and the Court, apprehending that through such idle discourse the Company might receive prejudice, intreated a couple of committees to go to the scrivener and get both copy and original, which they did. Capt. Blythe further delivered a writing subscribed by Portugals of the better sort, testifying the good usage they had from the English. Beversham came in and delivered a note, wherein was set down that there was no likely- hood that Blythe had been offered l,00(ffi to wink at Ruy Frere’s escape, for Blythe had written to the President at Surat to set him at liberty ; whereto Blythe made answer, that it was most true that he had been offered 1,00(P. (whereof mention is also made in Willson’s journal), and that the letter to the President was not to deliver Ruy Frere, but to use him courteously, as a prisoner of his quality. The Court told Beversham that they had received no satisfaction by this writing concerning the escape of Ruy Frere, and that he had given no inventories of his own goods nor of the goods conveyed out of his ship; they therefore ordered him the second time to bring both inventories in on Friday next. Mr. Leate moved that some allowance be given to Mr. Kirkham for his care in sending and receiving the Company’s letters by way of Aleppo, the EAST INDIES. 137 1623. Company having given Mr. Chapman 20 marks for four years’ ser¬ vice of the like nature. 100?. to he paid to Capt. Monox on account of his wages. When Sir Humphrey Handford and the other referees from the King meet concerning the business of Capt. Bonner, Messrs. Abdy and Coxe to be present concerning the business of Lady Dale. Mr. Venn declared that if called to his oath, lie must swear that Sir Thomas Dale wrote home “ that when he lost his ship, he lost all that he had to his very shirt.” Silk to be sold to any that will buy at the price fixed. Ten barrels of indigo to be sent to Amsterdam, consigned to Robert Barlow, to discourage the Dutch from fetching it. No allowance to be made above 5s. per ryal on bills of exchange under the hands of the factors at Surat. Bequest of Sir Bichard Weston, Chancellor of H.M. Exchequer, concerning his adventure of 500?. in the second joint stock. The Court was possessed with a good opinion of Mr. Chancellor’s readiness to pleasure the Com¬ pany, but could not absolutely clear his brokes at that time, yet doubted not to find out some means to give him content. 69?. to be paid to David Bourne: “ the Court foresaw that the Company shall be losers by the reckoning, yet the distress of the man did call up their charity to a present consideration and commiseration of those extreme wants whereunto prisoners are subject.” Aug. 13.—A Court held “ to end the differences between the Company and Mr. Roe.” Mr. Roe was questioned concerning goods taken by him out of the prizes in his voyage from Surat to Jask, and was also charged with five or six bales of cloth ; his answer was that if he had not been taken by the Hollanders at Tecoe, where he lost all he had, he could have yielded a particular reason of every thing ; but he freely acknowledged that by his error the Company had sustained much damage, and lie would rest contented with such end as this Committee would make. The question being put whether to take 200?. or 150?., upon consideration of his free sub¬ mission and fair carriage, it was fixed at 150?. ; with which he rested satisfied, but desired he might be cleared of the imputation of drunkenness, and have the benefit of 900 wt. of gumlack, sold by the’Company. To the first he received answer that he was cleared already, and for the second the committee would move the Court. Aug. 15.—Leave of absence granted to Mr. Fotherby, the Com¬ pany’s servant at Blackwall. The Court considered it over early to think upon a recompense for Mr. Kirkham for conveying the Persian letters by way of Aleppo. The Master and Wardens of the Com¬ pany of Watermen showed an Act of their Company, confirmed by Act of Parliament, for disposing of apprentices and their earnings after the death of their masters. Ordered that if, upon warning, Hugh Crosse, the apprentice in question, come not, they will proceed without him. The men of the Jonas to be paid, except the officers, who of custom do stay till their stores, accounts, and journals be delivered. Complaint of the beef and pork in Capt. Hall’s fleet. Mr. Roe to have the money for a parcel of gumlac belonging to him discharged of freight. Concerning goods sent away by Beversham from the Lion in a ketch of Ipswich. A letter from the Lord Treasurer, delivered by Sir Philip Carey, to this purpose: that whereas the Company has made composition for fees with the 138 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. Aug. 18. St. Martin’s Lane. Aug. 18. Aboard the Palsgrave in the Downs. inferior officers of the Customs, “ they should likewise make some fair agreement above stairs.” Andrew Evans to be heard next week. Concerning letters of administration of the goods of one Frewd, grounded on a will made before his going to sea. As to the disposal of the Company’s silk, calicoes, and indigo, and the price. As to the silk there is expectation of good quantities both from Turkey and Muscovia, but the Company has all Legee silk, whereof the price is risen, and the other is Ardas. They have promised to the last contractors to hold up the price till Michaelmas next. Leave to Mr. Swann, master of the Charles, to cut out two ports under the half deck for mounting a couple of sakers. Mountford’s accounts to be audited. A committee to inform themselves what has been sent for the forts to be erected in the Indies, and report to the Court. Matthew Malberry, a nailor, entertained to go into the Indies at 30s. per month. Letter read from the Lord Mayor, that whereas stay had been made of Mrs. Stevenson’s money, in respect her deceased husband was a freeman of London, “ that the orphans portions were now secured to the Chamber, and therefore that lett was taken away ” ; the money ordered to be paid. Sir John Ogle having viewed James Browne’s plots, and conferred with him touching fortification, thought he might be a fit man to serve the Company as engineer. Browne demanded 60Z. per ann. for himself, and 24Z. for his servant, which the Court thought over great, and willed them to come to the Court on Wednesday next. Mr. Stone, “ of counsel with the Company,” to draw a bond of 500Z. “ for honest service and from private trade,” for Robert Hayes, enter¬ tained to go factor into the Indies ; and as the said form shall be observed for all others, care to be had that it be made strong for the Company, and a proportion of blanks to be printed accordingly. Hayes to have for the first two years 100Z. per ann., and 150Z. per ann. for the remainder of seven years ; 20/, per ann. to be paid here to his wife and mother, and 30/. per ann. to himself for his maintenance in the Indies, both on account of his wages. [ Eighteen pages. Court Minute Book, VI., pp. 51-69.] 315 - Sec. Calvert to [Sec. Conway]. The Ambassadors have renewed their complaint against the East India Company for the spoil of Ormuz, provoked, it seems, by some bragging speeches of a captain of one of the East India ships who was in that action. [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CLI., No. 5, Cal., p. 58.] 316 . William Methwold to the East India Company. By the only mercy of Almighty God, the Palsgrave is safely at anchor in the Downs, from whence, the purser being dispeeded with the chest containing the relation of the whole of their affairs in India, he has only taken occasion to advise briefly the occurrences of their voyage. They set sail from Jacatra 11th Feb., but through adverse winds got not out of the straits of Sunda until 2nd March; on 9th April they descried the Golden Lion, dispeeded from Jacatra four days after their departure. On 28th May had sight of the island of St. Helena. Here they found the Delftshaven, and the Golden Lion driven from her anchor, ill-provided of water, and weakly manned, having buried of 90 men which she brought from Jacatra 12. The 2nd of June EAST INDIES. 139 1623. arrived there the Dutch General Coen, with three other ships, who had met in Saldanha Bay four Dutch ships outward hound, a fifth was passed by, and the sixth cast away in a fog upon Boavista, one of the islands of Cape Verd. Set sail the 5th, leaving General Coen to follow in three or four days, and the 15th discovered Scilly. Of 135 persons brought from Jacatra have lost 18, and there are yet sickly 30 or 40. Few ships have returned worse victualled, their flesh being five years old. Their greatest trouble and danger occasioned by leaks. Awaits their consent for his departure. [One page and a half. O.C., Vol. X., No. 1117.] Aug. }> §-. 317 . Complaint of the Spanish Ambassadors, the Marquis de La London. Ynojosa and Don Carlos Coloma, to the King concerning the action at Ormuz. Since they conferred with his Majesty concerning the excess of the East India Company’s ships that were at the taking of Ormuz, in company with the Persians, they find that these things following are to be added:—That in the ship London are brought goods stolen from their King’s subjects, to the value of 500,000/-. ; that the very dishes that the lowest and basest sort of the crew put their meat in are of silver, stamped with the arms of many families of Portugal, whom they have miserably sacked and slain; that the gold, jewels, &c. sacked in that city are inestimable; that the captain of the London doth boast that with his own hands he hath taken the Castle of Ormuz, killed an infinite number of Portugals, and burnt two caracs named El Salvador and Todos Los Santos, by which the Company is beholden to him that for three years no ship can come to the King of Spain with East India wares ; that the Portugals and other nations, subjects of the Catholic King, were made slaves, and Persians who had renounced Mahomet were, at the request of their own nation, delivered up to be barbarously torn in pieces; and that on their arrival in England, having (though falsely) heard that the match with the Infanta was broken oft*, the crew made no difficulty to shoot oft* all the artillery, and for a greater demonstration of joy, the captain giving the example, threw their hats and caps into the sea. These men (who are unworthy of the air they breathe) are now upon the James, triumphing with the spoils of Spain, where none that depend upon that Crown think of any¬ thing more earnestly than to give content to his Majesty and the Prince of Wales. Beseech his Majesty that these ships and all they bring may be put in sequestration, to the end that a restitution with¬ out deceit may be made of all things found to have been robbed from Spanish subjects, and that the authors (especially the captain of the London) of so great a disorder, never heard of between King’s sub¬ jects, unless declared enemies, may be personally punished, and in so doing his Majesty shall perform that which the Spanish Ambassadors expect of his justice and greatness, and which belongs to the affection and sincerity which proceeds from all the actions of his Catholic Majesty. The original, also an English translation. [Three pages. Spanish Corresp .] Aug. 19-20. 318 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. .Resolution about what the Lord Treasurer required concerning satisfaction to be given to the officers of the Custom House above stairs, deferred 140 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1G23. till Sir John Wolstenholm may be spoken withall. Letters from Portugal advertise that only one galleon is arrived there with pepper and calico, and no more expected this year, because the English and Dutch keep their ships from coming forth. James Browne, engineer, not thought fit for employment, as well for some ill parts in the man, as also for that he hath been altogether trained up in the service of the Dutch. Mr. Hurte’s accounts to be audited. [Thos.] Mill ward to make trial of one bale of Bengala silk; it was conceived that the Company will find no benefit by bringing it hither. Certain inter¬ rogatories presented from the commissioners concerning Lady Dale ; some of the Company are to be examined on Friday next; Messrs. Westrow, Bell, Browne, Lanman, and Cappur to draw cross inter¬ rogatories. Weddall, master of the Jonas, and Beversham, master of the Lion, presented their journals. The secretary, upon information from Capts. Blythe and Weddall, to set down what passed by way of hostility between the English and Portugals in the parts of Persia and Surat in 1G21 and 1622. Weddall to receive 100/., and Beversham 50/., on account of wages. Aug. 20.—Concerning “the officers of the Custom House above stairs,” viz., surveyors, collectors, and controlers, “ being persons of quality,” Sir John Wolstenholme advised and a committee was named to confer with them. James Brown, engineer, and his man Robert Poole entertained; himself at 55/. per annum and 10/. per annum for his man. Lanman desired direction concerning Mrs. Baffin’s business ; “ a troublesome impatient woman ” ; she has received 100/., and as private trade exceedingly prejudices the Company, it was thought fit to move Sir John Wolstenholme to cause her to have patience awhile. Treasure]' Stone reports he has in readiness 114,000 ryals towards the 150,000 ryals to be sent in this ship [the Charles]. Examination of William Taylor, mate of the Jonas, concerning a prize taken in the Red Sea by the Little Richard ; want of water constrained them, and they took from her rice, and 500 pieces of gold, which Mr. Davis, who did what he listed, delivered to the Lion for the Company’s use though told he had no commission to give chase to Portugals, much less to Turks and Arabians. The Court feared that their servants at Aden must answer it, and held it lit that Davis should answer the fact himself, at his return. The Master and Wardens of the Company of Watermen attend for answer to their petition for the wages of Hugh Crosse, late apprentice to Katherine Browne, deceased, and produced to justify their claim an order of their Company grounded upon an Act of Parliament, whereby the wages of all apprentices whose masters or dames do decease before the expiration of their apprenticeship is to be disposed of by the Master and Wardens of the Company for the use of the poor, who are also to appoint a master for such an apprentice for the remainder of his time ; agreed that 51. of Hugh Crosse’s wages be paid to the Company of Watermen, and 3/. to Mary Browne, daughter and executrix of Katherine Browne, his late mistress ; only the Court desired of the Watermen that they would accept 20s. for the use of their poor and give the other 4/. to Crosse, in regard he had lost his eye in his last employment; whereto they seemed to assent, only EAST INDIES. 141 1623. requested the favour of the Court that for consideration of their right it might he left unto them who promised to deal well with Crosse for the Company’s sake, whereto the Court readily gave way. Joseph Purser, Edward Midsley, John Pattison, and Tho. Cadway, newly come home in the Jonas, are pressed to serve the King: Mr. Bacon the secretary to mediate with Sir Thos. Smythe for their discharge, Joan Norris complained of Robert Smith, purser of the Jonas, that he had received money of her husband and given no account of the same ; but by his accounts it appeared that he had honestly dis¬ charged himself of the trust reposed in him. [Eight pages. Court Minute Booh VI., pp. 69-76.] Aug. 21. 319 . [Sec. Conway] to Attorney General Coventry. The King is exceeding sorry to hear of the great indisposition of Sir Wm. Holla- day [Hallday], Governor of the East India Company, and a very worthy and well deserving magistrate and minister, and recommends his servant, Sir Henry Mildmay, to his good offices that he suffer not any prejudice in reference to the estate he is to receive by his wife. [Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CLI., No. 23, Cal., p. 61.] Aug. 22. 320 . [Sec. Conway] to Sec. Calvert. The Spanish Ambassador’s secretary has made a complaint concerning the business of Ormuz. Sends copy of what they now offer [see ante, No. 317]. The King has commanded an examination of tho officers and men of tho London to be taken upon the articles to be delivered by tho Ambas¬ sadors, but there can be no further proceedings during this vacation ; if the information be true, the King conceives the complaints to be very grievous and foul. [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. /., Vol. CLI., No. 38, Cal., p. 64.] Aug. 22. 321 . Sec. (Conway) to the Spanish Ambassadors. Has received Beaulieu, theirs of the 17th current conjointly with that addressed to the King (see No. 317). His Majesty conceives that these complaints are very weighty and will go ill with those who have committed the faults, and beseeches the Ambassadors not to doubt his justice or mistake the virtue and candour of his intention, on account of the formality of his proceedings; for in this time of vacation when the judges are absent and the council of state dispersed, it is impossible for his Majesty, without spreading terror and fright among his people, to give sentence and administer justice or to go further than an information. But lie has given orders to Sec. Calvert to examine carefully and strictly, not only the officers and men of the London, but also any others that the Ambassadors may present for ex¬ amination ; and though the formality of examination must precede sequestration, his Majesty begs him assure the Ambassadors that every kind of justice shall be done, and in due time order shall be given for sequestration and restitution also, in strict accordance with justice, the close bond of friendship between his Majesty and his good brother of Spain and his respect for their own powerful graces and virtues. [French. Extract from Spanish Corresp .] Aug. 22-29. 322 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Lanman pre¬ sented his answer to Lady Dale’s interrogatories ; but the Court held it not fit to hear it read, but left him free to answer the Com- 142 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1.623. missioners according to his conscience. Discussion with Mr. Swann about his having the great cabin; the Court have a purpose to establish a standing order, that henceforth no master of any ship shall have the great cabin, but it shall be reserved for the mer¬ chants, whilst they continue aboard ; his reasons overcome, Swann rested satisfied and submitted to the pleasure of the Court. Dis¬ cussion about lessening the proportion of ryals to be sent “ on this ship ” [the Charles], the Court remembered that 20,000 ryals will be employed to buy diamonds, and also supposed that Bantam might be opened, resolved to ratify the former proportion of 150,000 ryals. Concerning Sir Humphry Handford and the other commissioners for Capt. Bonner’s business, who thought it just that a general release should be given, on payment of the bill of exchange for 1,000 ryals, but desired the Company for their sake to bestow something on the widow “ by way of gratification ” : the Court foreseeing that as this solicitor was to have half of what he recovered, it would be an encouragement to other brokers and solicitors to undertake suits against the Company, resolved to make payment of the 1,000 ryals, but for gratification they would give none, and rather held it fit to complain of Mr. Abdy for exhibiting scandalous petitions against the Company. Resolved to send three ships to Surat next spring. Mr. Swanley represented that he takes extraordinary pains night and day, has ridden divers hard journeys to Plymouth, Milford, &c., and is out of purse 90/. for extraordinary diet and other expences : the Court duly considering the sufficiency of the man and his extra¬ ordinary care and pains, resolved that 100/. be given him for past services, and 30/. per ann. added to his allowance for extra¬ ordinary diet, &c. in all 150/. per ann. Mr. Governor sent to make known, that whereas there is an Indian boy at his house which come home in the London, Mr. Friday the minister had this morning demanded the boy with some unseemly carriage, and he desired the Court to examine whose the boy was. Mr. Friday said he was at Mr. Governor’s house to see whether the boy were brought up in the profession and knowledge of a Christian, because himself had taken some pains with him in that kind, but for property in the boy he disclaimed it; so the Court sent the boy to Mr. Governor again entreating that he would as formerly give him entertainment again. Richard Barbor to be paid his wages. One Young, an east country merchant, supposed to have the estate of George Ball in his hands, to be examined in the cause depending between the Company and Ball; as also Ball’s brother’s wife. John Lukin, hired by Capt. Bonner in the Downs, to have his wages. Charge against Andrew Evans for taking goods out of a Portugal junk ; he answered with great impre¬ cations that he broke no hold, but had indeed both tin and cloves, which he delivered for the Company’s use : the Court for the present dismissed him. From the pepper and cloves come in the Palsgrave, “ they might divide half a capital and yet have cloves sufficient.” As to whether a capital and a half of all commodities may not be divided ; it was answered the Company must be careful of three things : first, to maintain the trade ; secondly, to pay their debts; thirdly, to provide monies to divide to those that take not out upon stock. The Com¬ pany’s debts grow so great that they must call in the Michaelmas EAST INDIES. 143 and Xmas payments : more interest to be imposed on those that have been slack, else no man will bring in his money : this business to be put to a General Court. How to put off their great return of calicoes, so as the Company may make three for one. In the opinion of the Court it will be fit to divide half a capital of pepper and cloves. Aug. 25.—The ships at Blackwall, lately returned from the Indies viewed, viz., the Little James, the Eagle, the Star, the Lion, and the Great James. Estimates of repairs required. Divers bags of refuse biscuits and seven hlids. of beef to be given to the poor of Stepney, especially to such widows and fatherless children whoso husbands or fathers had died at the Indies in the Company's service. Aug. 27.—Concerning the account of Thomas Reynolds, purser of the Lesser James; was told he must bring an account of the goods landed and sold in Ireland. Report of the committee that had viewed the ships at Blackwall, viz., the Lion and Lesser James, the Eagle and the Star, concerning what ships will be fit to be sent for Surat in the spring, consideration being had that “ the Portugals will not in likelyhood sit down by his loss and overthrow, but think upon revenge,” and besides it is said there are two French ships bound for the Red Sea, it was thought fit to send a ship of extraordinary “ countenance ” for Admiral, and for that service the Great James is ordered to be finished, caulked, and tarred; the Lesser James to go as Vice Admiral if upon report she shall appear fit; and the Star for a third ship. Estimate delivered by Stephens for repairing the Great James. John Ducy to be measurer of timber and overlook the workmen about the ships, at 12.s. per week, instead of Matthew Graves, brought in by Stephens ; for it was conceived a very unfit thing that the carpenter who is to use the timber should appoint the measurer, which were all one as to be his own carver. George [? John] Browne, late the Company's servant, deceased in the Indies, made the Comp, his executors, but bequeathed them nothing ; they therefore renounced the executorship. The inhabitants of Ratcliff, Limehouse, Poplar, and Mile End petition for relief and pension for their poor, alledging that many seafaring men that die in the Indian voyages leave their widows and orphans on the parish ; a chest with a hole at the top to be put up in Mr. Hurte’s office, and each mariner, factor, and other put in mind to do something as he receives his wages: the Company do not forget the poor of those places at Christmas time with money and at other times, with relief from the slaughter house at every killing, and at the returns of the ships with such victuals as remain, but in no case will be tied to anything. Mates that have brought in their journals to receive their wages. Con¬ cerning the sale of calicoes and the price ; also of silk. Mr. Deputy and some committees to go aboard the Palsgrave, newly come into the river, and welcome the captain, &c., and licence them to come up ; and for unlading the ship Walter Mountford, and Boatswain Ingram to be aboard. Mr. Johnson, master of the Rose, who had order to discover a place fit for refreshing about the Cape to plant upon, could find none, but by his journal (“ which is not as yet 144 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. digested ”), it did appear he had discovered something in the Gulf of Persia that may turn out to the Company’s benefit: meantime he is to receive 40/. of his wages. Morris Jones, surgeon’s mate in the Charles, to have a free gift of 51. in regard of his poverty and “ to wipe away all pretences of merit in his former services.” Aug. 29.—Sir John Wolstenliolme acquaints the Court that ho hears of divers persons who take warrants to ship out pepper and very dishonestly steal it back again, by which not the Company only but the King is deceived, for they take back their imposts ; prays the Company to make an example, otherwise, as he is a farmer of his Majesty’s customs, and has taken both an oath and a fee, he must take such a course as will be a trouble to many honest men : the matter to be propounded at a general court to be held at after¬ noon. He further said he had spoken with Sir Philip Carey con¬ cerning the gratification expected by the officers of the Custom House above stairs, who refuses to treat till “ S r John ” be returned out of the country, at whose request the Lord Treasurer wrote to the Com¬ pany. One Rose, accused of mutiny aboard the Palsgrave, to attend on Wednesday next. Opinion to be delivered to the general court that all brothers of the Company may underwrite one whole capital of calicoes to ship out, at a price somewhat less than to sell in town. Concerning the price to be set upon the cloves; Methwold, a factor returned in the Palsgrave, called ; the price set at 6s. 6d. garbled and 5s. 8 d. ungarbled. Mr. Treasurer has cast up the arrears of adventures ; 92,000/. owing to the Company ; to be brought to a general court. Refusal of the Charles’ company to weigh anchor unless they may have the imprest as usual ; the Court conceives that the motion proceeds from such as have a purpose to “ coosen ” the Company, for enough has been said to satisfy honest men. Mr. Punnett to pilot the Charles into the Downs. The great cabin in the Charles appointed to the factors, but Mr. Swann to have liberty to sit with them. Capt. Pring’s motion for gratification refused; the Court answered that 40 marks a month for so many years as he served was gratification sufficient and more than he had deserved. Drs. Atkins and Winston, concerning the surgeon’s chest for the Charles; Woodall ordered to bring in his medicines at the same time. Report of Stephens that for 5501. he will make the Lesser James fit for her voyage to the Indies ; ordered to be repaired. James Browne entertained to go in the Charles as an engineer, for building such forts as the Company shall direct to be built in the Indies. The extraordinary expense of wine and powder in the Lion to be examined. [Sixteen pages. Court Minute Bk., VI., pp. 76-92.] Aug. 29. 323. Minutes of a General Court; those absent to be fined 12 d. each. The Governor having been grievously affiicted with sickness, and not able to come out of his house, Mr. Deputy exhorted them to give humble thanks to Almighty God for sending in safety from Surat the London, Jonas, and Lion, richly laden with silk, indigo, calicoes, and other petty commodities, and the Palsgrave from Jacatra with pepper and cloves ; which bring not only the best returns that ever came, but also advertisements that they have at Surat and Jask in a readiness as good a return for next year, and EAST INDIES. 145 1623. at Jacatra, notwithstanding some petty discontents with the Dutch, there is hope of good trade, and that when the Charles, now ready to he gone, has arrived there, the Company will have the greatest stock in the Indies they have ever had. Discussion about the disposing of the goods returned : ordered, that any brother of the Company may take out his fifth half capital in pepper and cloves in equal proportions, and two or three half capitals in calicoes, to ship out at the price fixed ; the book for underwriting calicoes to remain open till Christmas. Mr. Deputy acquainted the Court that some have made a show of shipping out their pepper, but stolen it in again, and that in no small proportion, wherein not only the Company is prejudiced, but the King cozened : ordered, that whosoever shall hereafter offend in that kind shall pay 51. for every bag of pepper, and 20 per 100 for all other commodities, besides such punishment as by ordinary course of justice is to be inflicted on such as defraud his Majesty of his customs; the party that commits the deceit to be taken to be the offender, and not the underwriter. On the motion of Sir John Wolstenholme, the Governor, Deputy, treasurers, and committees ordered to be gratified for the year past, as they were for the year preceding, which they thankfully accepted. Mr. Deputy acquainted the Court that it is time to propound the business of those who “ are run into broakes through want of paying in their adventure some being noblemen and gentlemen, some widows, some orphans, some at so low an ebb as they lie in prison in a miserable case; some able to pay have purposely forborne, “ that they might be in the wind until the action might mend, or if it fell, to suffer the lesssome have made but one payment, and some one, two, three, four, or five years’ payments. Committee appointed Sir Randall Cranfield, Munnes, Gibb, Cator, Backhouse, Bankes, Armitage, Crispe, Andrews, and Bon¬ ham, or any six of them, to examine the cases aforesaid, and report to a General Court. [Five pages. Court Minute Booh, VI., pp. 93-97.] Aug. 29. 324 . Mathew Brownryg to the East India Company. Has received Ipswich. theirs of the 20th. Beversham, Wheatley, the purser, and Kitchen, the surgeon, of the Lion, and sundry others of the Company, did enter some indigo, pepper, and calicoes in their own names, as the officers of the Custom House do certify. They are fearful of some hard measure; beseeches they may be kindly dealt with. Has known Beversham 20 years, and is pursuaded they have not a more faithful servant, “ howsoever he did oversee himself in sending these goods from the ship as he did. * * * It is not good for the Company to give discouragement to such men.” [One page. O.C., Vol. X.,No. 1118.] Aug. 325 . Brief reply of the President and Council at Batavia to ? after. the answer which the General of the Netherlands Company ex¬ hibited the 2 August 1G23, against several writings concerning the trade of Bantam, common defence, &c. Whereas those of the Netherlands Company vaunt of their endeavours of observing the contract; the contrary is most apparent, as in our protest of October to the General at large will appear. First, concerning the ships of defence : it is answered we may lawfully lade the English ships of defence for England ; neither do we hold ourselves any way K 146 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. liable to continue those hostile and offensive exploits (where our trade is in no way opposed) tending more to the particular ends of the Netherlanders, and upholding their greedy desire of sovereignty than to any expectation of benefit to the respective Companies; especially seeing that the Netherlander Company have wilfully broken the most fundamental points for which the defence was erected, namely, by appropriating the trade of China, excluding us by exactions and bloody executions in the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda, from trade in those parts, opposing our free trade at Bantam, Sangora, &c., and by their faithless proceedings in the last exploit for Goa, &c. Yet we are always ready to unite our forces with their against those who shall oppose our common trade. And though 20 ships be named, we hold it agreeable to the contract to lessen the number according to the occasions offered. Secondly, the Pengran absolutely refused to treat with the Dutch, but for the English, said he had no war or difference with them, and if they would come again at Bantam, they should be welcome, and their house ready for them. But more especially when they sent Philip Badnedge in company with the Dutch, the 28th November, Key mas worga, the Pengran’s brother, was sent with a final answer, that unless the Hollander would demolish their fort at Jacatra, the Pengran would not grant them trade or make peace with them. This being reported in the General’s own presence, we marvel they are not ashamed to infer to the contrary. As to the love shewed to the English being only to work the Pengran’s own ends and bring up the old monopolies of pepper, the cause of the former excessive price was the greedy desire of either Company to get all to themselves, which is now taken away by the union of the two Companies, who may put such prices as they think good. Extracts from the con¬ sultations of April and May 1620, showing how unjustly the Nether¬ lands Company pretend to lay upon the English all that concerns “ the forcing of Bantam to seek peace these have reference to the forces to be employed on both sides to batter and besiege the town of Bantam, and to what followed thereon, and the unjust pretences of the Dutch to bring the English into part of their fruitless and unnecessary charges of the pretended siege of Bantam. That the Netherlanders should suspect the English of private intelligence with Bantam is altogether without ground, while their own sinister dealings are notorious. Thirdly, in reference to the obstinate oppo¬ sition of the Netherlands Company in denying the opening of the Bantam trade to be the only hope of bringing down the price of pepper elsewhere. Reply to their accusations of our unfaithful pro¬ ceedings in Jambi, Patani, &c., at which we cannot but marvel. Fourthly, it was the General’s own motion that the pepper of Bantam goes to decay, and it is the general report that the people suffer their trees to go to decay, pepper being nothing worth, and addict themselves wholly to the planting of paddie for their mainten¬ ance. “ With what brazen face ” can the Netherlanders lay the charge upon us of taking the China junks before Bantam and Batavia, so that they fear to come for this place, when themselves have burned above 80 sail of their junks, and proclaimed war against them. Our reasons for taking the China junks being chiefly for the great EAST INDIES. 147 1623. debts owing to our employers by the Chinas, and their refusing to deliver the goods, ordnance, &c. taken out of the Unicorn. But that through lying of two ships before Bantam, the bringing the business of Bantam very shortly to a wished for end, we know to be impos¬ sible, having above four years vainly expected some good conclusion. Refer themselves to the divers instruments sent into Europe con¬ cerning the business of Admiral Dedell. Recapitulate the causes the Netherlands Company have given the English to desist from those offensive exploits by them so mainly urged where the trade of the English Company is no way opposed or hindered. “ If these many wrongs being the only grounds for which the common defence was erected be not sufficient motives to desist from joining with those that most unjustly seek with our master’s overthrow to. build up their own sovereignty, let the impartial judge.” Refer to the relations and examinations of those that are come from Amboyna and were fellow-feelers and spectators of those inhuman actions for what concerns the barbarous executions there. Reply to the Nether¬ lander’s answer to “ our Act” delivered the 10th July 1623 : First, in reference to the damage the English camp have sustained by the faithless dealings of Admiral Dedell; second, to the breaking of the chief articles of the Accord by the Netherlanders; and third, to the force offered by the Netherlanders in all matters that concern their own benefit, for which we doubt not to have redress in due time. As to our demand whether the General approve of the execution of our people in Amboyna, he not only maintains the same, but denies to give us “ their forced and tortured confessions and examinations ” lest we might thereby learn the truth of Governor Speult’s bloody and indirect proceedings. “ We will refer the clearing and searching out of the truth thereof to the impartial in Europe, not doubting but Almighty God (the searcher of all hearts, and the avenger of such bloody practices) will in his due time reveal the truth of this matter, and bring the same to light, to the confusion of such cruel and inhuman butchers.” Finally, although we have often declared that the Dutch exactions, usurpations, and bloody executions have justly caused us to give over the trade of the Moluccas, Amboyna, Banda, and Pulicat, and to leave off those hostile and offensive exploits, we have offered to settle again in the Moluccas, &c., if we may enjoy those privileges granted by the con¬ tract, and have declared our readiness to join in the common defence, where our good trade is opposed. Endorsed, “ Necessary instructions for the handling of several Acts, especially for the trade of Bantam.” [Eight pages. O.C., Vol. X., No. 1138.] Sept, 326 . Advices from the Hague. Four ships richly laden from the The Hague. East Indies, bring news that the Hollanders with help of their friends have besieged Goa. [.Extract from Holland Corresp .] Sept. 3-26. 327 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. License to be given to Richard Andrews, that went mate in the Discovery, to return by the next shipping. The calicoes to be set at such a price that the Company may make 2f for 1. The schoolmaster of Merchant Tailors’ School presented a youth named Richard Heyne as an appentice to serve the Company in India; the Court [found x 2 148 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. him to be “ but a learner,” either for his pen or arithmetic, and conceived it must be a grounded merchant and accountant that must serve their turns. Motion on behalf of [Robt.] Johnson at Jambi, who has made over 109/. to be paid here out of men’s wages ; he hath served the Company long, and “ carries a good report,” therefore given way that he should have it. The men of the Charles refuse to weigh anchor except they have their imprest money; and as it would be a great loss if the ship should lose her monsoon, ordered that they come up 20 at a time and receive it, but that three or four of the ringleaders be discharged. Concerning Beversham’s goods remaining at Ipswich, and Wheatley’s, purser of the Lien. The indigo to be sent up hither. John Phelp’s journal to be examined, and his services aboard the Little Richard reported to this Court. Mr. Leate to have his dividends upon condition that he discharge his own and his son’s arrears within one month. Composi¬ tion made by the committees for compounding with the men for goods gotten by private trade with John Barber, who is to have 250/. for his 244 pieces of calicoes. Offer of Alderman Hodges and partners for all the Company’s rich indigo; they shall have it at 6s. 8 d, per pound. Request of Mr. De la Barr for his son to be made free of the Company; the books to be searched. 10/. to be given to John Rand, of Heal, for pilotage of the Lion. William Mosse, cook of the London, 10/. to be stopped out of his wages for calicoes. Capts. Blythe and Weddall to receive the full of their wages. 148,000 ryals of eight to be sent in the Charles. [Wm.] Methwold, returned in the Palsgrave, to have 100/. on account of wages, and his goods brought up to the house. A list of “ parcels ” to be delivered to George Ball out of the great chest and the lesser chest, including cloaks, hangings, cushions, neckcloths, girdles, “ two standishes of ivory,” nightcaps, waistcoats, napkins, &c. John Rose sent home in irons, and formerly condemned to be hanged for mutiny, to be heard together with the master, Mr. Hinchley. Mr. Tichburne, who follows the Company’s business in the Star Chamber and Chancery, to receive 20/. on account for fees and disbursements. Concerning the wages of John Roberts, late master of the Lesser James. Petition of Henry Bate for better wages, having served seven years, and his wages never above 40/-. a year; the Court remembered that he was in the Bear, when Barwick rendered her to the Dutch, &c., and would not grant it. 40s. out of the poor box given to Paul Sogosino, a “ Polonian,” that escaped out of slavery and came home in the Jonas, to enable him to pass to his own country; and 20 nobles, as a free gift, to John Muskett, a man maimed in the Company’s service. Report of Mr. Martin that the Lesser James is not worth repairing. At the request of Elizabeth Pierce, her son William, in the Discovery, is licensed to come for England. Com¬ plaint of John Heath, quartermaster in the London, that some lewd woman, under colour of being his wife, had received hi. of his wages ; Mr. Hurte doubts not to find out the woman. 16/. to be paid to Lady Dale for tobacco she had sent to her husband, who being dead it was sold for so much. 3/. paid to David Gilly for advertising the arrival of the Jonas and Lion. Petition of Thomas, brother and executor of William Nicolls, deceased, for his brother’s estate ; EAST INDIES. 149 1623. the testator was found indebted to the Company; besides it was remembered he was the man that had persuaded the King of Acheen to the prejudice of the Company. Mr. Ell am to look up his letters. Sept. 4.—Report of Swanley and Stephens on the insufficiency of the Little James; to be broken up, and the Jonas brought into dock at her stern. An inventory presented by Mr. Ball of his three cabinets; referred for an answer till Monday next. Agreed to rent a slip of ground adjoining the south end of the long storehouse (at Black wall). Sept. 5.—Surgeons’ chests having been provided for the Charles by Drs. Atkins and Winston, and also by Mr. Woodall, against whom objections are made, the Company do not hold it just to displace an old servant before they have heard him ; the chests to be viewed by the master and wardens of the apothecaries, the master and wardens of the surgeons, and certain physicians, who are to give their judgments on both chests. The Governor of opinion that a smaller proportion of ryals than has been set down to be sent to the Indies will serve the turn ; the Court considering that a good proportion is to be sent to Masulipatam for diamonds, that Bantam will surely open, that the Moluccas must be furnished, and there is hope of a new factory elsewhere, and that there is no likelihood of so good a ship to carry stock ; ordered that 37 chests be sent by the Charles. Capt. Clevenger, of the Palsgrave, welcomed home: Messrs. Bell and Harby report the hull as well stowed and in as good order as ever they saw any. Clevenger desired to be righted against a company of mutinous people, the men “ of so dissolute conditions, as either he must make his ship a Bridewell to punish their vices, or suffer them to be so ill-governed as he should be ashamed to see his country.” Stay to be made of their wages, and the Company will stand by Capt, Clevenger. The principal men of the mutiny aboard the Charles to be next day “ convented before the masters of the Trinity House,” also Rose, the mutineer. Concerning frauds com¬ mitted by Robert Stone and Robert Pretty in making show to ship out pepper without doing so. Ordered that the merchants who take goods to ship out enter into a bond to bring a certificate where they are landed. Concerning the prize ; the hold was opened by Evans, who affirms they had no drink aboard but what was in the hold, and necessity enforced him. Roe’s bill of charges to be au¬ dited ; he desired he might purge himself of the charge of being “ a common drunkard, a vice he hath ever hated,” by questioning his accuser ; the Court made answer that it is not their manner to beget suit in law by delivering parties names, much less in this case where they find one man merely mistaken for another, but they acquitted him of the accusation, and assured him of their opinions to the con¬ trary. Richard Bix, “ an ancient sober man, entertained to go factor in the Charles, to be one of the four of council (at Jacatra), if there be a place void, otherwise to come in the first vacancy, and to have an imprest of one third of his year’s wages. Suit of William Bennett for release from prison in St. Katherine’s for misspending the Com¬ pany’s stock in the Indies; answered until he makes confession of his fault in writing he must expect no favour. Request of Mr. Levett, \60 COLONIAL PAPERS 1.623. a brother of the Company, to have 13£., left him by a friend deceased in the Indies. Sept. 10.—Drs. Atkins and Winston, having had their surgeons’ chest viewed and allowed by the College of Physicians, will not come into contestation by surgeons, as a thing ill becoming their calling: the Court, however, resolved to view both it and Woodall’s. The Trinity House advise the Company to proceed against the mutineers in the Charles before the Judge of the Admiralty; and for Rose, who was sent home in irons for the like offence, their opinion is that he had been punished enough : he is to be called to the Court to receive his dismission as a favour from the Company. George Ball’s caskets to be viewed by Messrs. Garroway and Eyres, and “ such toyes ” delivered to him as they shall think fit. Pilotage allowed to Thomas and John Punnyett for the Lesser James, London, the Jonas, and Palsgrave. The estate of Thomas Trewman, deceased in the Indies, a freeman of the city of London, to be stayed, at the re¬ quest of the Lord Mayor and Court of Aldermen, till the orphan’s part be paid to the Chamber. On a motion that Browne, the engineer, may be sent abroad, in respect he undergoes some danger of arrest, “ the Court entered into a serious consideration of their fortification intended in the Indies, that the same may be undertaken with that foresight that may not deserve censure either from the Hutch, who are very intentive upon our proceedings, or from his Majesty and the State, by whose direction and command the work is undertaken, and there¬ fore to leave the weight of such a business upon one man’s shoulders, whose life is casual, will not stand with the gravity of this Court; it was therefore considered where to find a man fit to be joined with Browne, that hath skill in fortificationWalter Mountford and another mentioned, and the matter referred to Messrs. Stile and Venn; if Browne has a lusty man to carry with him, skilful in bricklayer’s work, they will allow him. Request of Mr. Fisher, a brother of the Company, to take out his dividend in goods, though his payments are in arrear; the precedent dangerous, referred to committee. Petition of Andrew Evans, master’s mate in the London, acknowledging the opening of the hold of the prize taken in the Persian Sea, and showing his many services, and the miseries he had sustained in captivity with the Dutch after the taking of that prize, and submitting to the Court; a fine set upon him of 51. for the relief of mariners’ widows. Request of Mrs. Stevenson concerning her husband’s goods; the committee wished her to have patience till the President of Surat’s accounts arrive. Petition of Thomas Bottes, late gunner of the Globe, that in saluting Amboyna by night it was his hard fortune to kill a couple of slaves, for which he was fined by the Dutch 150 ryals ; the Court made answer that it was wholly the gunner’s fault that had not laden pieces for that salutation without shot, or been sure to clear the mouth from any object of danger, but being moved with the poverty of the man, gave him freely 1(E. towards that loss. Petition of Thomas Powell, a corporal, maimed by the discharge of his piece, which brake in his hands; to receive 1(E. as free charity from the Company. The wages of de¬ ceased apprentices to be paid to their masters and not to their EAST INDIES. 151 1623. friends. Request of Thomas Nicolls for the wages of his deceased brother William; brings a letter from Sir William Bird, his cousin, to that purpose : is told he has troubled Sir William needlessly, for he cannot fail of right from the Company without the help of letters, but must have patience till the accounts and letters be looked upon. Petition of John Broker, an apprentice, whose hand and arm were shrunk and scorched with powder at the siege of Ormuz, for charity ; to have SI. Cloths to be bought for the Indies. Petition of Alice Harrison for the wages of her son Philip, who went out in the London, and (as she says) was enticed ashore and slain; the Court conceived that he ran away, but understanding she is very poor, and grieved with the loss of her son, the Court was contented she should receive them. Request of Sir William Pytt for some consideration for his sister-in-law, the wife of his brother, deceased, for his extra¬ ordinary pains in accommodating the Company’s ships in Ireland ; the Court having lost much already by their ships going into Ireland, desired to be spared more charge. Report of Messrs. Stile and Abdy in favour of Mr. Towerson, of Portsmouth, who has been ever forward to do the Company all kindness ; the Court willingly condescend that he shall be gratified, and because his quality is not mercenary, ordered that a piece of plate, value 10£., with the Company’s arms upon it, be presented to him. Request of David Germane about his goods ; referred to the committee for the goods of private trade. Petition of Robert Sargeant, who in rowing the barge to fire five ships before Ormuz, was shot through both knees and one of his feet burnt, for charity; to have 20 nobles as a free gift. Sept. 12.—View to be taken of both the surgeons’ chests provided by Drs. Atkins and Winston and Mr. Woodall, at which Drs. Mountford Mayerme, and Hudson, the masters and wardens of the Apothecaries and Surgeons, and such of the surgeons now returned (from the Indies) as can be found, are to be present. Allen Colly, a factor for 30 years in Russia, Prussia, &c., who has the French, Italian, and Russia languages, and comes recommended by Sec. Conway, to be thought upon for purser when their servants returned from the Indies are provided for. Thomas Thornborough, who has faithfully served in three voyages, to be purser of the Great James. Pursers to take the oath set down, and for their better countenance, instruc¬ tions shall be drawn to warrant their authority. Request of Bryan Beddowes, who was stayed to testify in the business of George Ball, about his imprest for going in the Charles. The men of the Palsgrave to be paid, the boatswain to be con vented before the Judge of the Admiralty for the supposed killing of one of the men by disorderly and cruel beating. William (mistake for Thomas) Nicholls, who had been a suitor for his brother’s estate, now informs the Court that he now stood upon no other pretences but desired only his brother’s wages. The gunners, masters, and factors to be warned of their “ intemperance ” in the use of powder, a material proper for defence, and not for causeless triumph. No witness to be examined for the Company before the commission at Bristol for examining witnesses on behalf of Mrs. Wickham. Concerning the wages of one Pichell or Prichell, a trumpeter in the Palsgrave, who was to be examined on 152 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. the Company’s behalf against George Ball. Complaint against Hinchley by three men of the Palsgrave, that besides striking them and keeping back their due of victuals, he had thrown over¬ board some of their clothes; the answer was that the linen “ was no other but a company of noisome rags able to poison the whole ship,” but one of the men replied that “ one piece was a shirt which cost him 10s. of Mr. Spalding, and stood Mr. Spalding in 9 d.” The Court saw not how they could relieve these men save only by way of treaty to procure them recompense from Hinchley. Sept. 17.—Hugh Cooley, boatswain of the Charles, to be paid 50s. The Court approved of the 17 or 18 chests of coral provided by “ the Guadania of Florence.” The purchase of a parcel of wheat come out of Barbary to be referred to a committee. Mr. Hinchley refrains to come to this Court, “ because it is given out that six or seven persons have vowed his death; ” to come on Friday. In reference to Thomas Nicolls’ request, the Court found that upon examination his brother, William Nicolls, “had been an ill-servant to the Com¬ pany,” but were content to pay 30 1. for his wages, and in respect he came recommended by Sir William Bird, gave 10£. more as a free gift. Methwold’s calicoes to be delivered to him “ only of each sort that the Company hath not, some few to be reserved for musters.” Mr. Treasurer Stone acquainted the Court of important reasons that the payments for Michaelmas quarter must be brought in. Sept. 19.—Application of [Arthur] Hatch for his full wages, amounting to 8571 .; ordered to be paid. James Troughton enter¬ tained factor, to go in the Charles ; leaves a boy, his kinsman, George Jackson, with Alexander Gill, master of Powle’s [St. Paul’s] School, to whom 81. per annum of Trough ton’s wages are to be paid. The wages of Francis Mayors, deceased, to be paid to his widow, Ann Mayors. William Kendall, reported to have been good for little while he stayed in the Indies and now good for nothing, and who says he was taken and “ miserably handled ” by the Dutch, to have his wages. Concerning the bond of Robert Hutchinson em¬ ployed at a factory at Surat. William Lovering, son of the master’s mate in the Supply, entertained in the Company’s service, and a gratuity bestowed upon him. Resolution not to pay Edwards his wages, and to proceed against him for his neglect of service aboard the Palsgrave, and his slander concerning John Slatter to the Com¬ pany. Request of the master and wardens of the watermen that John Taylor, prisoner in the Compter for striking the boatswain of the Palsgrave, and servant to Thomas Bleake, a waterman, may be delivered to them, to ease his master of the charge of his imprison¬ ment, and they will handle him with more severity than a bare re¬ straint ; it was answered he must first answer for his misdemeanor and battery at the sessions. Complaint of Capt. Clevenger that Nicholas Cripps, coxon of the Palsgrave, challenged him into the field, which he refused, “ knowing the disproportion of their qualities ; ” to be called before Mr. Recorder, as well as William Lovering, and any other whom Capt. Clevenger shall name of the dishonest crew. A sessment of 5s. per acre upon the Company’s lands at Blackwall, for the maintenance of the East Marsh of Poplar, ordered to be paid. EAST INDIES. 153 1623. Committee appointed to inform themselves of the reasons for bringing in the Michaelmas payment, and report next Wednesday. William Kitchin, surgeon of the Lion, to pay freight for 150 pieces of calico at 3s. a piece, for the Court will in no sort give encouragement to their men to bring home by private trade commodities proper to the Company’s trade. Concerning the estate of John Bindon, deceased. Letter read from the Earl of Rutland requesting employment for Stephhen Robinson as a purser or purser’s mate; he was held inca¬ pable of either, but might go in the quality of a soldier if that stood with his liking. Allen Colly recommended by Sir John Merricke, Decrowe, and Sec. Conway, as a purser; if they need one at the time of election they will as soon make choice of him as of any other. Estimate for repairing the Jonas. Petition of John Hinchley, who excused his not attendance at the Court because he went in danger of some envious and bad persons, for his wages ; he is to have a quarter of them. Sept. 24.—Messrs. Keightly and Coxe to be gratified with 50 1. for bringing about the Eagle and Star. On the arrival of any of their ships Mr. Mountney to make entry of the Company’s goods, and see that entry is made by other men, and that all the goods are con¬ veyed to the custom house. Garroway and Abdy to confer with such as are held fit to be masters of the Great James and Jonas. To consider about calling in the Michaelmas quarter’s payment. Petition of James Browne, lately entertained engineer to go in the Charles, that when aboard at Tilbury he was arrested for a matter of 20£., and prayed the Company to pay the debt on account of his wages ; the Court suspected it to be a device between him and his creditors, and entreated Messrs. Stile and Munnes to take care that the Company be not cozened. About John Bindon’s estate. Report of Mr. Munnes that Capt. Blythe said he had been forewarned to take heed how he went in the Great James, for she is so rotten “ that a man might thrust out her side with his foot ” ; but Mr. Stephens affirmed she is as strong a ship as can be. Capt. Blythe to be warned at the next court and bring with him the author of that report. No wages to be allowed to servants taken by masters and captains of ships into the Indies and there placed in factories. Dividend of Charles Coxe. At Mr. Governor’s House in the afternoon.—Proposition of Morris Abbott, Deputy Governor, for calling in the Michaelmas quarter’s payment; Mr. Stone said the known receipts between this and Christmas will be but 77,000£. towards payment of the dividend of the half capital and the debt to the old stock, and that he con¬ ceived the next year’s payments will not countervail the disburse¬ ments, and that it were better to call in monies than to stand at interest, wherein he for his part had gone as far as he could; but it was answered that it is now too long driven to call for a Michaelmas payment, and that the returns having been such last year and this, have bred an expectation in many of thicker dividends rather than of more payments ; and it was therefore better that the Company made some shift for money to supply the necessities of their dis¬ bursements than by a sudden call for money to discredit the action 154 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. which needs no such discouragement, and as for next year’s dis¬ bursements they may be supplied by sales of commodities, and money may be raised upon their silk. In the end it was resolved that the Michaelmas payment be spared and monies taken up at interest if there be cause, and that it be published at the next General Court that there must be payments at Christmas and Lady Day next. Hard indigo rated at 6s. 4 d. Mr. Deputy acquainted Mr. Governor that the complaints of our people of the Dutch out of the Indies are very frequent and importunate, and instanced the difference about the fruits of the Moluccas, and the imposition of the line of 40,000 ducats on the Company at Jacatra, and the levy of part thereof on the Company’s goods, which if put up with, will beget new insolencies and injuries not to be suffered. Opinion of the Governor that they should send over to require satisfaction. Divers men were propounded, but the matter was referred to another time ; in the interim two men to be found out, one of whom shall “ have the French,” and one or both well understood in the Com¬ pany’s affairs ; and the opinion was that the Dutch will more wil¬ lingly treat with merchants than gentlemen. Mr. Governor brought to their remembrance the favours done by Sir Dudley Carleton in the late treaty with the Dutch; that now no man shall be able to give a good account of his employment if not countenanced by him ; that notwithstanding he had never been gratified since he received 200/. for his favour to Mr. Deputy and Sir Dudley Diggs, and to leave him unremembered until they employed over others, were to tell him that they thought not upon him but at their need ; that his lady is now in town and upon the point of her departure. The motion generally applauded, and it was resolved that Lady Carleton shall be presented with 200/. as a thankfulness from the Company to her husband, and with a carpet and calicoes to the value of 20/. for herself. James Browne, the engineer, discharged from arrest for debt upon certain terms. Sept. 26.—Claim of Mrs. Stevenson to be deferred until the Com pany receive satisfaction from their President at Surat. Letter to be presented to Lady Carleton at Gravesend, to certify that the Company have given orders to Mr. Barlow to deliver to his Lordship [her husband] 200/., and also a Persian carpet and silk quilt to the value of 20/. Bequest of [Edw.] Monnox to know the Company’s pleasure concerning his goods and wages ; his goods to be viewed and his accounts prepared, and the objections against him looked out. Bequest of Capt. Weddall concerning his goods, intimating his hopes to speed as well as Capt. Blythe, who hath both wages and goods ; discussion thereon ; Weddall’s goods to be viewed, and Blythe questioned for his private trade. Order concerning the goods of the master, purser, and mariners of the Lion. Bill of 4/. 19s. 4 cl. of Mr. Woodall for curing John Martin, who fell from the main-yard of the Charles and broke his leg, to be paid. Cappur, with advice of the Company’s proctor, to proceed against the nine pirates sur¬ prised by Sir Bichard Bingley taking a hoy with cables and other goods belonging to the Company, and Sir Bichard to be gratified with three or four pieces of calicoes. The names of the Company’s EAST INDIES. 165 1623. debtors to be brought to the next court. Petition of William Thomas, mate of the Lion, for 51. of his servant’s wages, detained for five pieces of calicoes purloined by the servant; the calicoes being re-delivered to the Company and the party whipped for taking them. Petitions of John Heath, quartermaster of the London, for 51. paid in his absence to one that pretended to be his wife : and Nicholas Sneering, for two months’ wages paid in the same way: the Court ordered payment, but charged Mr. Hurte to be more careful hereafter. [Forty-six pages. Court Minute Bh., VI., pp. 97-143.] Oct. 1 . 328 . Henrie Wollman to the East India Company. Has been a long Acheen. time in India in their employment, being left here by Capt. Keeling, and has obtained both “ Molaye and Portingale language.” Has lived in Amboyna, under George Muschamp, and made account to come home in the Palsgrave with him ; but President Fursland sent him merchant for Acheen on the Elizabeth, with a cargo of Surat cloth, which came in the Discovery to Jacatra, where he found Geo. Robinson, chief of the factory, Pic. Allen and John Coward, his assistants. Arrived at Acheen 2 May 1623, and by end of Sept, had laden the ship with pepper. The King of this place hath taken great distaste against Robinson, and forbidden him his presence, in that Robinson is “ not so beneficial by presents ” as Nicolls was, who gave a very ill precedent by his large gifts. Could wish all their servants were indued ■with some of Robinson’s qualities. Beseeches them to consider his poor salary, which is but 13 1. 4s. per annum, and the place he is able to discharge in their employments. Robinson proceeds upon the ship, and he remains in his place with a small remainder of goods against the arrival of the next ship. The Elizabeth takes 1,955 bahars of pepper, every bahar being 380 lbs. English. Has had many “ malignant friends,” being he came out a sailor and has attained to a better place than some of them ; but refers himself to those who know him, Messrs. Muschamp and Methwold. Endorsed, “ Henry Woolman, in Acheen, 1 Octr. 1623. He is now chief factor in Acheen. Reed, by the Elizabeth.” [One page and a half. O.C., Vol. X., No. 1119.] Octr. 1 - 15 . 329 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Request of Moore, a nailor, to leave, as he cannot give the Company content, and to put another in his place. Letters of Daniel White and John Slade, containing divers accusations against Capts. Clevenger and Browne, for embezzling goods in the Manilla voyages, to be parti¬ cularly handled on Friday afternoon next; as also the release of John Slade’s wages. Report of Westrow and Abdy, that Daniel White the purser’s goods being but 80 pieces, they were delivered to him ; that Capt. Weddall had 458 pieces, and Mr. Monnox 900 ; and also that Capt. Weddall had 60 cwt. of pepper. The Court concluded to take Weddall’s pepper at the price they'bought theirs, and for his calicoes, “ to gratulate his well deservings,” were con- contented to deliver them free of freight, provided he shipped them out; and in consideration of his good services in bringing the Jonas and Lion into the Downs, without stopping anywhere, to allow him a gratuity of 100?. He was called in and thankfully accepted the 156 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. Company’s kindness. Mr. Monnox’s goods not to be handled till he should give further account of himself. Speedy provision to be made of wants advised by Capt. Swann, of the Charles. Capt. Blythe to be sent for, to manifest that his clearing was merely by mistake of his name for another, the Company not using to pass by men of his quality without further consideration. Models of a galliot, showed by Capt. Weddall, that might be sailed with eight men to the Indies, and manned with 60 men, with 18 oars aside, would be vessels of good defence and of special use for the conveyance of goods which are with danger carried by land, and would also com¬ mand the frigates which now disturb the passage in the river. Mr. Stevens to confer with Weddall about building two of them to go with this present fleet. The Court, taking notice of Capt. Wed- dall’s readiness in offering his services, fell into consideration how to treat with him upon a new employment this year for Surat. He first demands 40 marks a month, but the Court desired him to clear his thoughts to make a second demand, the former being over much. It was finally concluded to give him 200? per annum, and 50?. towards his setting out, which he thankfully accepted. Declara¬ tion of George Muschamp, a merchant, now returned in the Palsgrave, of his services and misfortunes by the loss of a leg; the Court took notice of his good reputation in India, and therefore bestowed a gratuity of 100?. upon him. Being demanded what he required for a second voyage, he asked 250?. per annum; the Court thought 150?. would be a competent allowance, but he accepted not of it, and so was dismissed for the present. The wages of Thomas Trewman, formerly stayed by the Lord Mayor, having been settled for the good of the children, ordered to be paid. Robert Fotherby’s wages advanced to 80?. per annum, to execute the offices of clerk of the stores, yard, and check. Nich. Crispe [? Cripps], having given Capt. Clevenger satisfaction for having challenged to fight with him, is to receive his wages; also John Johnson, master of the Rose. 40.s. bestowed on John Jaye, who lost the use of an arm by a wound from a poisoned arrow, at the island of “ Mintam ” (?) Petition of John Stanbridge for debts due from Thomas Jackson, deceased ; is referred to the churchwardens of Stepney, to whom the Company have promised Jackson’s wages for maintenance of his children. One month’s wages of Mathew Spurgeon allowed to Margaret, his wife, whose extreme want “ was certified under the hands of the churchwarden, collector, constable, sideman, and hedborough of Lymehouse.” Part of his wages allowed to Stephen Norris, who came away from the Indies without leave. Gratuity to Ann Moore, widow. Petition of Judith Hubbert for the wages of her servant, Henry Blakeler, who ran away from the Company’s service ; but the Court answered there were no wages due to those that run away. Petition of Thos. Wilkinson, in reference to William Winckworth; he is to be dismissed as unfit the Company’s service, “ having been a tapster and never at sea.” John Roberts, late master of the Lesser James, to have 20?. on account of wages. Petition of Richard Porter, Henry Davies, John Drewitt, Ralph Thompson, John Wright, and Godfrey Jacob, complaining of the hardness of their voyage to the Moluccas, by the space of 18 months, suggesting many scandalous EAST INDIES. 157 1623. pretences to the disparagement of the Company’s service ; but the Court conceiving them to be idle, would give no way to their request for gratification. Oct. 3.—Peter Bell, purser of the Ruby, in the Molucca voyage, affirmed that the suggestions intimated in the “ scandalous petition ” of Richard Porter and others (before mentioned) were unjust, and signified that Lumkin, the gunner, once in a vain idle humour boiled the feet and skin of a goat, but had no necessity, the ship being stored with rice and other provisions such as the place would afford. The petitioners were called in and said the goat skins were boiled two or three times, and pottage made thereof, [but confessed that the “ buds of trees and grass,” which they pretended were boiled for their relief, were “ good sallets,” to be eaten with other meats. Bell affirmed that the ship’s company would not content themselves with three flesh meals a week, as allowed by the President and Council, but had five, by reason whereof, being in a place where no flesh was to be had, they wanted flesh about five months, but had divers other provisions. The Court held it necessary “ to question these men for this scandalous petition,” and ordered that none of them hereafter be employed in the Company’s service, except John Wright, who cer¬ tified that the others had used his name in the petition, but he had never heard it read. Elliott, chief mate to Capt. Swann, not being “ a man of government and command,” the Court nominated Mr. Bix to take command in case of mortality, and Mr. Ellam was “ required to make his boxes of succession accordingly.” Mr. Mus- champ, having taken time to consider the Company’s propositions, accepts the salary of 150Z. yearly offered him, but desires to be em¬ ployed for Surat. Concerning Beversham’s wages. An offer to buy 40 or 50 bales of silk; also a project to buy all the Company’s silk and deliver it in France. [Edw.] Monnox being called in, Mr. Deputy briefly recapitulated his errors and miscarriages in Persia, and ap¬ pointed Wednesday next to hear his business, wherewith he rested satisfied, protesting he shall be well able to answer all objections against him. To take care in choosing Muscovia cordage, as it is affirmed to be made of bad hemp. John Wood, who went out master of the Little James, and was sent home by the President as good for nothing and debauched in his carriage, demanded his wages ; he said he was never a drunkard, but since his coming home Mr. Bell pro¬ tested he had seen him led between two women ; to receive payment for the time he served in the James. 2d. per lb. to be abated of the price of nutmegs. Committees entreated to make collections both against [Win.] Methwold and [Edw.] Monnox, by Wednesday. John Pashley entertained to go master’s mate in the Charles, at 4 1. 10s. per month. Committees to advise with Mr. Treasurer Stone concerning the debts upon bills, &c. Wages of John Tombles. Gratuity to William Crascombe, who fell from the main-yard of the London and broke his leg. Request of Richard Wood, in reference to 102 ryals stolen from him by Anthony Bellingham. Considera¬ tion of the objections against Capt. Clevenger and Mr. Browne, exhibited by Daniel White, purser ; some acknowledged to be true, and some utterly denied: appointed to be heard on Tuesday, by 158 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. which time the purser is required to make a valuation of the goods detained by the captain and master for pillage, and to inform himself what pillage was allowed to the Dutch. Ordered that Mr. Lanman to make ready the account of Ormuz. Oct. 6.—Twenty-five oxen bought at 17s. 6c7 per cwt., and 300 hogs at 22s. per cwt., for salting. Some thought 500 oxen will he the least the Company should need, it being very requisite to have 100 in provision always. Petition of William Bennett, who came home prisoner in the James, “ cunningly confessing the charge of 2,800 ryals put upon him by the President and factors in India, but not acknowledging himself debtor for it; ” the Court observing his obstinacy and cunning, willed him to trouble them no more with petitions. Concerning the accounts of Ormuz given to the President of Surat by Edwin Guy, purser of the London, and Robert Smith, purser of the Jonas, the first accounting for pillage or purchase, and the other for entertainment; the pursers and Capt. Weddall to attend and give further reasons on Wednesday next. Discussion about calling a General Court for the division of calicoes and other business, some complaining of the present course, which complaint was backed by a message from Lord Brooke, “ with some addition of some dislike of government, mariners hardly dealt with, [and that] the opinion of some few in the committee overswade the rest.” Mr. Deputy to wait on his Lordship and satisfy him “of these subjections,” and of the committee’s management of affairs ; resolved to debate the matter at the next Court. Oct. 7.—Petition of Robert Stacy, cook of the Lion, concerning tallow ; it is answered that the cooks have formerly taken tallow as a fee or “ vales,” but for prevention of abuse the Company have of late taken away those fees. Examination of the objections against Capt. Clevenger and Mr. Browne, exhibited in 10 articles by the purser, Daniel White, concerning goods taken at the Moluccas and converted to their own use. The Court, considering the many dangers and difficulties that these men had passed through and their good services, and finding that howsoever the purser had well discharged his duty in these informations, few of the objections were material, some being acknowledged and others denied, were in a straight how to proceed, but in fine the captain and master were required to give bond in 5007, to be accountable for what shall hereafter be proved against them, and not to take exceptions against the purser, who had but performed his duty, whereto they readily consented. Oct. 8.—About victualling the four ships now bound for Surat; it was thought necessary to provide COO oxen and 1,500 hogs. Capts. Weddall and Clevenger and Mr. Browne affirm that beef is better than pork for such as go to the southward, because they have rice and no bread; ordered therefore that the proportion be half beef and half pork. Report of the solicitor that [Adam] Denton “ at last seal ” had moved that his bills in the Company’s hands might be brought into Court; the solicitor to move the lord keeper for first bringing in the money due by them. Committee appointed, on the motion of the solicitor, to examine, with Sir John Walter, the proceedings against [George] Ball. Richard Swanley, at the EAST INDIES. 159 1G23. instance of Capt. Weddall, commander of the Surat fleet, entertained master of the James, at 6/. per month. Concerning the arrears of Lady Dale to the new and old stocks. Pursers Edwin Guy and Robert Smith questioned as to why the hire of the ships at Ormuz was not paid by the Persian according to agreement; Capt. Weddall said [Edw.] Monnox could give account. Debate as to whether the former order should stand for exportation of calicoes, or that the Company should divide upon stock to sell in town; no reason could be produced to alter what formerly upon mature deliberation had been determined, and it was objected that the selling in town would disparage the reputation of the Company, as was instanced in pepper brought home by Sir James Lancaster, which was divided upon stock, and “ every man striving to put off his pepper,” it fell from 2s. to 14 d. the pound. Sir John Wolstenholme and Mr. Deputy complain that some of the committees have given it out to the generality that by means of Mr. Deputy Abbott the farmers have drawn great sums from the Company before they were due, to serve the King’s occasions ; Sir John desired the Court to right the farmers by examining the business, otherwise he would cause it to be exa¬ mined elsewhere; and delivered his opinion, that if any of this committee should hold conventicles with the generality, and therein censure the government of the Company, such a man were unfit to sit in this Court; inquiry to be made into the matter. Sir John then made known that the Lord Treasurer desires to borrow 12,000/. of the Company for the King’s occasions, at 10 per cent, interest; it was replied that when the Company formerly disbursed money to furnish the King’s occasions they had money by them, but now they have it not, and therefore cannot do it; howsoever the accounts of custom and import are ordered to be perfected, and then the Com¬ pany will consider what to do therein. The usual quantity of spices to be given to the committees as formerly allowed. Letter to be written to Mr. Barlow to deliver 200/. to the Lord Ambassador [Carleton] as a gratification for favours done the Company, and 500 “ Niccanees ” to be sent to Mr. Barlow; a letter also to be written to the Lord Ambassador to certify the Company’s respect and thank¬ fulness. New committees chosen for the buying of provisions and for managing the Company’s business in other departments, this not having been done since July 1621; the names of each committee are set down and the business they have to manage. Oct. 10.—Mr. Mynn desired a General Court to be called, at which a review might be taken of what had passed concerning the calicoes, and would not name the committee from whence he had the report about the farmers. Opinion of Mr. Burton that the order should be altered and liberty given to sell calicoes in town. Mr. Treasurer Stone said 10,000/. was paid for the use of the King, but the Com¬ pany have 10 per cent, for it. Mr. Mynn held it very unfit that any one man should be both deputy and a farmer, because farmers gain by these exportations [of calicoes], &c.; long debate thereon : the Court commended Mr. Deputy’s upright carriage in this business. . In conclusion it was resolved to call a General Court, at which a review might be taken of what had passed, and such order enacted 160 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1G23. as should be thought meet. Concerning one Wood, a surgeon, returned in the Palsgrave, whether to send him to the doctors to be examined or not; he is entertained to go in the James, having served the Company long and being approved by the President and Capts. Weddall and Clevenger. Edward Pike and Peter Bell to receive wages. Appointment for election of pursers, mates, stewards, factors, &c. for the next fleet. Edward Seagar, purser general, ordered to perfect his books. Demand of the mother and executrix of Bichard Eman, late purser of the Buby, about the wages and debts of her son; deferred. Petition of Sybilla Bynd to the King, underwritten by a master of requests, to allow her 30£. per annum till her husband return ; the petition is stuffed with false suggestions, but is referred. Part of Jackson’s estate, who died in the Indies, to be paid to the overseers of the poor of Batcliff to bind apprentices his two children left “ in their hamlet.” Oct. 13.—Letters read from the Charles, in Margate Boad, from Capt. Swann and Mr. Hayes, signifying that 160 men were aboard ; the Court took this business into serious consideration, as much im¬ porting the life of their trade that there be no want of men to man their ships in the Indies and bring ships home, and ordered that 180 at least should proceed in the Charles, and that seamen be entertained in the Downs to make up that complement. About the suit between Mr. Decrow and Mr. Chamberlain concerning the debt of Mrs. Harri¬ son and Mr. Kirby to the Joint Company (East India and Muscovy). The accounts of money and goods taken at Ormuz delivered by the pursers Guy and Smith to be audited. Beport of Mr. Deputy that [Edw.] Monnox had been found to be very foul in all the objec¬ tions against him, that he went out poor and hath had 30 bales of private trade at one time, and was ever contentious, both towards his superiors and inferiors; the business once more to be heard on Tuesday next. Calicoes stolen from the backyard; none but packing porters to come there, who should be answerable, and the porter of the gate to look carefully that no suspicious persons loiter about the house. The giving of spices to the committees referred until Mr. Governor might be present. Concerning the calling of a General Court for dividing and shipping out calicoes. The objections against the farmers a mere calumny, but trenched so deeply into the government that it concerns the Committees to vindicate themselves from such aspersions, “ these indignities being intolerable and not to be connived at by the committees.” Boe and Johnson tender their services to be employed as masters; Johnson dismissed as unfit, Boe to be conferred with. Mr. Friday desired to tender his service to the Company in “ a sermon of thanksgiving,” and received answer that they will acquaint Mr. Governor therewith. Oct. 15.—Besolved plainly to declare that the cause of calling the generality together was to consider the order made at the last General Court for division of calicoes to be exported. Concerning pepper and calicoes belonging to Capt. Weddall; he acknowledged having sold 25 bales of gumlac to [Edw.] Monnox. Certificates and other writings from the President and Council in India pre¬ sented by Jackson to justify Spalding’s proceedings, who also moved EAST INDIES. 161 1623. Oct. 15 and 1624, Jan. 9. Ispahan. for payment of 1,100?. ; referred to another Court. Capt. Weddall presented the names of Capt. Clevenger and Messrs. Browne, Roe, Johnson, Evans, Pynn, and Phellpes as fit to undertake prime places in the next fleet. [Edward] Monnox having been found foul in almost all the objections against him, but having submitted himself to the Court, it was ordered, after much debate, that he should allow the Company 250?. for all damages sustained by his means, repay the 600 larees detained by him on the Ormuz account, and the present from the Khan of Shiraz, which he converted to his own use, and pay freight for his calicoes at 3s. per book. Monnox conceived this censure too harsh, and being ordered to withdraw a second time, and the Court, “ overcome by his submission,” agreed to abate 50?. of the 250?., con¬ ditionally that he rested satisfied therewith, whereto he freely as¬ sented. Forty chests of coral have been ordered, the finer sort to come overland from Marseiles, and the coarser from Florence by sea. Com¬ modities to be provided for Surat; and upon debate concerning the Red Sea trade, and the hope of trade at Ormuz, the following were ordered, viz. : 200 cloths, red and green ; 30 tons of elephants’ teeth, which sell to good profit ; gold and silver lace ; 40 or 50 pieces of satins, crimson and green, of Bologna or Florence; 200 tons of lead; 20 tons of iron to be sent in the next ship for Jacatra ; 20 or 30 “ bullioons ” of quicksilver, and tapestries for 1,500?., that commodity yielding 50 per cent, profit: the committees to see Mr. Corsellis’ tapestries, who is said to have good choice. No cloth of gold, tin, velvets, or amber beads to be sent this year, as they are found to yield no profit. Nothing owing to Mrs. Rynde’s husband. Report of the treasurer that the payment of this division will require 20,000?., besides 3,000?. or 4,000?. to pay bills of exchange, and that there is but 3,000?. in cash, and desired the Court to nominate com¬ mittees whose credits might be used to take up money for the present occasion ; the warrants to be perused to see who may be entreated to stay for two or three months, in which time moneys will come in. Mr. Fortney to receive 10s. for translating French into English. Wages of John Slade, in the Palsgrave, stayed on complaint of Capt. Clevenger, to be paid. [. Forty-three pages. Court Minute Book, VI., pp. 144-184 and 194-197.] 330 . William Bell, Thomas Barker, John Purefey, and John Haywarde to (the East India Company). Their last was dated “ Spahan,” 28th March, whereof they send a copy. After they had received his Majesty and the Company’s letters, and had well weighed the resolution of either maintaining or dissolving their Persian trade, it was concluded on 16 June that Bell and John Benthall should repair to the Shah. On 26th they proceeded towards the Court, but being informed that the King was at Coogee, four “jomadas” from thence, and had made prohibition to any public person, without his licence to be admitted his presence, they addressed their letters to Aga Emeere, the secretary, and Mahomet Allibeg, “ our mehmander or presenter, to solicit his Majesty,” and seven days after received answer they might repair to Court; not¬ withstanding, on their arrival the Shah’s intention was chanced. They followed him to Noore and Damoan, where they received L 162 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. letters from Spahan, with enclosures from [Mr. Kirkham] the Consul at Aleppo, and Richard Wedmore, master of the Reformation; “what news is therein mentioned we shall (with grief) intreat your worships to accompany our sorrows with perusal of his own lines/’ Contrary to all expectations the King proceeded directly for Spahan, without making any stay or giving answer to any, whom following they overtook the next day and placed themselves where he must pass, whom approaching with due reverence they saluted, and he having sight of them called them unto him, and entered into familiar discourse concerning our King’s health, whether they had brought a letter from him, but principally of the state of the Hollanders. He suffered them not once to mention their present business, and they could never after obtain speech of him till their arrival at Spahan, he going before with his women, and no man being suffered but eunuchs to come within a league of him. “ The 24 of August he entered Spahan with all his ambassadors and guests, who accompanied him home to his own palace, and that day were feasted by him, where we delivered our King’s Majesty’s letter in public view, and he honorably received it, and showing it to the Tartar, Turkish, and Uzbeg Ambassadors, with the rest of the great men present, according to his custom pulling off the seal and reserving it in his bosom, returned the letter to be translated into Persian, which we having in readiness delivered the next day to his secretary, Aga Emeere, the King himself at parting with a smiling countenance, desiring that hereafter our King’s Majesty would write to him in Persian, and he would return him answer in Francks.” In answer to their grievances and requests for the better accommoda¬ tion of the trade—through the troubles of Bagdad and some injuries by the Turk, as they well perceived by his disgracing the Ambassador of the Grand Signor, the King was grown to such a height of melan¬ choly, that he forsook all company—his reply was, “ till the arrival of our ships he would give no answer at all,” but would grant them a firman to free them from all troubles [see ante, No. 226]. Mahomet Allibeg told them that the Khan of Shiraz being come to the city they should do well, in regard their principal business lay in his country to visit him, which they presently did. In his company they found Lalabeg and Mullayimbeg, and after divers com¬ pliments, complained that last year bringing but 53 bales of cloth, they could find no vent for them, neither receive silks but at so dear rates and great travail that they could get no profit, having, notwithstanding, so many years been always ready to furnish his country with all manner of commodities he could desire at reasonable rates. “ Whereat Mullayimbeg was much daunted, Lalabeg having always formerly taken from us that commodity and he now refusing, but at a base price.” The Khan willingly granted them a firman to free them from all Rahdars throughout his country. Camlets taken in barter for money, steel, china ware, morse-teeth, benjamin, guinlac, &c. Benthall was dispeeded to Shiraz with four bales of cloth and the aforesaid firman, the 28th of September. The Khan of Shiraz next day had much conference with the King in private; whereof having notice they sent their linguist to Aga Emeere, who was present at said conference, of whom as from the King he received EAST INDIES. 163 1623. the following answers, viz., that the King would not give them leave to build any house at Port, lest under the name of house they should make a castle, but that the Khan should give them two houses in Gumroon (Gombroon) to sit in. The Khan answered “ why then brought you them hither and give them not leave to be gone, they have never yet wronged you, whereto he was silent.” He then began to discourse of these Hollanders now come, that they had brought the King a present of 40 or 50 tomans, and that we this two years have brought nothing ; to which the Khan replied that we had brought a coach of much worth, barrels of pieces, pictures, complete armour, &c., which himself requested, and being here arrived, would not be accepted ; to what purpose should they bring another with so great cost and travel in vain. For particular demands he referred them to Mahomet Allibeg, to whom the King had given order to make known to them his pleasure concerning the taking his silk at one third money and two thirds commodities, that the King never made any such promise ; they had to follow the King for silk, and to receive it where and at what price he would appoint, but it has now pleased him to appoint Mahomet Allibeg to do all their affairs. For abuse at Lar yearly offered by the Sultans there, he strictly charged the Khan, that upon the first complaint, he should cut off the Governor’s head for example to others, and send it to Sp.ahan. For Mr. Robin’s debt, a session of justices should be called, and “ if they could not prove his goods were in our hands at time of his death they should be restored.” For Rahdars, the Khan has given them a firman to free them, also firmans for a house, wherever they would, and for recovery of an old debt from the mint master at Shiraz. The silk lost at Kashin to be restored. For the other points of the Company’s letter, some whereof are not much pertinent, and some not to be obtained, and again this King will not admit of any long discourse : stamping of money is a prerogative of the King, who has taken all the mints into his own hands, they could not think fitting to make such a proposition at present; he will not without first satisfaction, adventure his silk into the Khan’s country. Touching the gains of the Turkey merchants, also the sale of cloth; the poverty of the people affords not such luring invitations as before the trade was known. Their whole stock employed in silk, before receipt of letter by the Blessing. According to order, two factors, Tho. Thompson and Christopher Rosons, have taken shipping for Surat. Having received the King’s “ mind,” they dispeed a servant of their own by way of Tebriz for Aleppo, and will send a transcript by another messenger, very hard to provide, by reason of the troubles in Bagdad and Turkey. Now proceed to answer theirs of the 3rd March 1623, received the 17th September following. Are rejoiced to hear of the safe arrival of the two ships with silk, yet are sorry to hear it came so ill-conditioned for want of reimbaling. Answers in reference to the want in ryals of eight, and in the weight and measure of several commodities; there was once great’suspicion of the Minister Mr. Cardro now with God; but it grieves them exceedingly to find their wor¬ ships so bitter with them, for there is not (almost) any sort of com¬ modity, but will dry much in hot countries. The reason why they wrote for tin, the price much advanced, and none could come but by L 2 164 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1G23. their means. Cannot hut a little wonder “ we have so greatly faulted ” in not advising the Company concerning the taking of Ormuz, con¬ sidering how by three several expresses they have more or less touched something whereby their worships might understand Ormuz was taken both city and castle, and likewise Capt. Blythe, Capt. Weddall, and Mr. Monox’s letters therein enclosed; who they hope ere this are safely arrived, and who must be accountable for all. Protest that notwithstanding Monox wrote them to take so many bales of silk on credit, which should be satisfied by the spoils, yet never could they see either penny, jewell, or commodity, but all were sold in Gombroon, at base rates, shared among themselves and what remained shipped for Surat. Touching the articles; the commanders carried away the original with them, wherein they have much wronged us for upon any difference with the Khan, they have not his hand and seal to show, wherefore they may please to send it by the next ships. Their ships may safely ride under the Castle of Ormuz, which the Persian has strongly fortified, enlarged that of Kishme, and erected a very strong one in Gombroon, and placed garrisons in all; but it may be doubted whether they will defend your ships from the Portugals, if protection of the castles reciprocally should be refused, wherein we know not what to say, you having given us no order. This present now sent they hope will be very acceptable to the King, and procure answer of their Sovereign’s letter. Trust they will not so suddenly give over their trade with . so mighty a monarch, who so well affecteth his Majesty, having in effect obtained their desires. Meantime they will make sale of the goods and invest the same in silk. Account of goods sold and those on hand; prices. Sugar yields good profit, and is in abundance spent by this country people. Cannot give account of Mr. Darell’s goods, for he had employed for India, more than his whole estate in jewels, carpets, &c., and what remained was only his apparel. Con¬ cerning Robert Jefferies’ estate; in John Benthall’s hands. The Hollanders have attained Spahan, having brought 114 loads of cloves, nutmegs, benjamin, sandal-wood, and mace, 25,000 ryals in money, four bales of rich shashes (sic), and two of girdles, with some musk &c., all free of customs, and other charges ; their principal giving out that he was an ambassador and the goods were a present for his Majesty, till he arrived within two days of Spahan. Sent to visit the Dutch and presented them, some being sick, with two large glasses of wine and other necessaries, but he (their principal) “ being swelled up in pride, would never come to us, but expected first I should come visit him, which perceiving I would not do.” On the sixth present, the King made a general feast for all his guests, whereto the Dutch were called, “ who coming with trumpet before were in the magiliske (or place of banquet) placed under us.” Upon the King’s approach to view his guests, the Dutch rose up and saluted him to whom they “ preferred their aars ” (demands in the margin ), to which his Highness only said this “ what had they to do with Ormuz,” they having formerly propounded to the Khan, that if he would deliver the castle into their hands, they would defend it against the Portugal “ withal leaving them, and so passed into his magiliske.” This day the Dutch delivered their present EAST INDIES. 165 1623. Oct. 17-21. of spices, sashes, and girdles, to the value of 40 tomans, and had Mullayimbeg by the King appointed for their merchant, to whom they sold their goods for the sum of 5,000 tomans for which (the prices are noted,) they desired satisfaction in silk, but were not contented to pay at the rate of 50 tomans per load in what sort they pleased. Not herewith contented the King suddenly departed for Bagdad. Conceive their goods being in the King’s hands, they must take what and where he pleaseth. “ The pride of this man [“ the Dutch principal ”] doth still forbear to visit me expecting first I should see him notwithstanding he hath understood from the King’s own mouth, that we are his ancient guests and he will have us respected. But let his memory drown with his pride.” Send copies of the King’s letters to “ our Sovereign,” and to the Khan of Shiraz, both which were dispeeded by the Blessing for Surat, that thereby his Majesty may be informed “ how much this Emperor affects himself, his nation, and this trade.” Desire their worships not here¬ after to give them discouragement in the prosecution of their affairs the difficulty whereof is only known to the employed. Have sent double copies hereof to the Consul at Aleppo, one to be sent by land the other by sea. The Hollanders arriving denied to pay us custom, referring themselves to the arbitrament of the King and Khan, through whose sudden departure, the matter is not yet decided. Postscript.—9 Jan. 1623-4.—Send these lines to accompany a copy of theirs of the 15th October past, sent by express to Mr. Kirkham, Consul at Aleppo. Cogiah Nazer, Governor of the Armenians, dis¬ peeding a “ shatir ” for Aleppo. Expect a letter from Thomas Barker, who departed for Gombroon the 7th of November. The Hollanders have two ships arrived at Ormuz, laden with southern commodities, and a good “ cavidall ” of money to invest in silk. They have met with a good time, through the stoppage of the ways, and “ your worships’ forbearance [of] supplies.” “ Now we have broke the ice they find good fishing.” They report that at their ship’s departure from Surat, we had three ships also ready to sail for Persia. Have not made any sales since their last. Their cloth, which Mullayimbeg yet refuses to take at former rates, they hold better to keep in their hands, seeing the King’s siege of Bagdad “ not only letteth the bringing of cloth, but hindereth likewise the export of silk,” for not any Armenian will undertake carriage thereof in these times of trouble, so that Aleppo will find small quantities for some time. Signed by William Bell, John Purefey, John Haywarde. This letter, and the one referred to herein, were read at a Court “ to consider the Persian Trade,” on 24 th November 1624 ( which see ) ivhen it was resolved to pursue this trade. [Ten pages. O.C., Vol. X., No. 1120.] 331. Court Minutes of the East India Company. Mr. Misselden, “ reputed a proper merchant, and a good civilian,” and now going to reside in the Low Countries, to be conferred with, to be employed in the next treaty with the Dutch. Mr. Skynner also named, but he cannot be spared from his employment. Bequest of Misselden, on behalf of the widow of Philip Oakland, who fell overboard the 166 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. Palsgrave and was drowned, to receive 10?. on account of his wages. Messrs. Westrow and Kirby to have the cotton wool at 10 d. per lb. [Edward] Monnox, if he desire it, to have his freedom of this society, paying to the poor box. Debate concerning pepper underwritten for by Sir Henry Roe, for Sir Thomas Roe, his mother, and himself. Motion concerning [William] Biddulph’s goods and calicoes. Petition of certain of the Palsgrave’s men for one sixteenth part of the re- prisall goods taken in the last Manilla voyage ; ordered that Capt. Clevenger, Mr. Browne, and petitioners be at Court on Monday morning. Mr. Kirby intreated to speak to Sir Paul Banning to lend 2,000 1. or 3,000 1. “ upon the credit of private men.” Petition of Richard Wild, a merchant, sometime servant to Lawrence Greene, who had been employed at Malaga 11 years ; speaks the Spanish tongue, and is skillful at account, to serve the Company five years in the Indies, and demands 100?. per annum ; a committee informed the Court that he knew petitioner 15 years since, and “ his vanities were keeping of hounds and gaming,” that he may be now reclaimed, professing he never heard of any notable vice he had ; Messrs. Venn and Bell to inquire of him against next Friday. Request of Mr. Edwards, the apothecary, a brother of the Company, for favour for his kinsman, William Kitchen, surgeon of the Lion, to remit the freight of his calicoes ; but the Court remembered that much damage had been done in the Lion, bales ripped open and goods stolen, and would not alter what had been ordered. Wages of John Taylor to be paid to the Master and Wardens of the Watermen and his own master. Report of Mr. Deputy concerning [William] Methwold’s business : (1.) That Pattison went out poor, but having got Mill ward’s estate and the Company’s into his hands, died rich, whereupon Methwold had undertaken the executorship : he could not well deny having paid the legacies with the Company’s pepper, but affirmed that if he did, he put other in the storehouses instead thereof. (2.) That Methwold carried to the diamond mine 400 pagodes for himself and 200 for the Company, as he pretended, though he made no mention thereof till all was lost; to which he answered that he did not hold himself bound to give account of his proceedings to any of them, and yet had made it known to Mr. Cartwright, who is now dead; but it was held fit Methwold should bear the loss of those 200 pagodes. (3.) He confessed to private trade, yet not in so great quantities as Mr. Duke accusetli him for. (4.) And lastly, as to plotting with Ball to the prejudice of the Company, he not only justified the letter he had written to Ball, but declared that the respect of a friend is more than of a servant, and said of Ball that “ the Company had discontented him,” and Methwold pretended he intended no hurt to the Company ; but by the most favourable construction “ it was a pestilent letter against the Company.” Being demanded whether he would submit himself or stand upon his justification, his answer was that he was not culpable for the pepper; for the pagodes he had been questioned before the President, and given satisfaction; for private trade, he had bought only so much cloth as made him 100 shirts; and for the letter, he desired them to make a favourable construction of it, wherein he intended no ill, and in a sort seemed willing to submit himself to the Court, yet did it not so freely as that the Court would EAST INDIES. 167 1623. accept thereof, and therefore for the present he departed the Court nothing further being concluded in this business. Oct. 17.—Minutes of a General Court. Those absent to be fined 12 d. per piece. Declaration of Mr. Deputy that they were called to consider the order for dividing calicoes, and also about bringing in payments at Christmas and Lady day; that the committee’s found it necessary to bring in the Christmas payment, €ts well to support the charge of setting out this next fleet, which will cost 160,0007, as to pay the half capital payable then to the old stock. Here it was observed by one of the Generality that 18,0007 in debts were long since due to the Company, and Mr. Treasurer replied that of this great sum much was secured by transport of adventures. After debate it was ordered to have four auditors to examine the state of the accounts, the choice of men and salaries to be settled at a General Court this day three weeks. Then was debated an order of the last General Court for dividing calicoes upon stock to ship out, whether to confirm or resolve to deliver calicoes to sell in town: opinions and auguments on both sides ; the resolution referred to another General Court. Oct. 20.—Mr. Tichburne made known Sir John Walter’s opinion about the order Mr. Denton had procured concerning his bills; reference to be made to Alderman Molson thereon. Mr. Hurte’s accounts to be audited. Consideration of what is fit to be done at the next General Court concerning the order for division of calicoes and bringing in Christmas payment; the motion for auditor’s propounded by Mr. Mynn, to be seriously debated on Wednesday morning ; yet this to be plainly made known to the Generality, that without the Christ¬ mas payment this committee cannot tell how to order their business as it ought to be. Mr. Treasurer signified that Sir Paul Banning was content to lend 2,0007 on Messrs. Bateman, Clitherowe, and Munne’s bond. Mr. Treasurer directed to put a list of the committees’ names in his pocket that those willing to lend may make choice of such committees as they like, the Court undertaking to save them harmless. Sir William Cokayne will lend 1,0007 The Court then took into consideration the work of the day, which was to confer with divers of the Palsgrave’s company, about a sixteenth part for their last voyage to the Moluccas [sic ? Manillas]. As they had it in the former voyage, it was held fit to compose this business rather than expose the Company to such a clamour as might ensue, especially as Brockendon promised it on the half deck, and the Dutch had allowed their people in lieu of it two months’ pay, and the captain and master affirmed that all the English commanders at Japan at the setting out of the second expedition to the Manillas were forced to engage themselves body and goods to the mariners for payment of this sixteenth part and that the Dutch had much more pillage than the English. The petitioners Bartholomew Ale, Thomas Cove, John Jay, William Corrant, and the rest are called into Court, and several propositions made to them which they reject, but in the end they submit to the favour of the Company and accept one month’s pay in full of all demands. Certificates presented by Joseph Jackson on behalf of Augustine Spaldinge, subscribed by President Brockedon 168 1623 Oct. 20. St. Martin’s Lane. Oct. 21-24. COLONIAL PAPERS. and others ; but the Court conceived them altogether insufficient to clear him. Methwold called in and questioned ; he desired to be made a notorious example if he had been a notorious offender in private trade, and being required to make his demands desired 400k for wages and 370k in the purser’s book, and concluding it neither safe nor honest for him to contend with the Company, he wholly submitted himself to their favour, who, accepting his sub¬ mission in good part, required him to attend for further answer on Friday next. [Sixteen pages. Court Bk., VI., pp. 184-194,197-201.] 332 . Sec. Calvert to Sec. Conway. The artillery demanded by the Spanish Ambassadors is intended to be sent to Lisbon and from thence to the East Indies, to supply the store at Ormuz formerly spoiled by the English. [. Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CLIII., No. 79, Cal, p. 100.] 333 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Petitions for employment considered [ see tables at end of the year 1623, pp). 219-225]. It is imputed to all pursers as a fault, that they take no knowledge of private trade. They are to be counte¬ nanced in their place, as in the King’s ships, where they are next to the master. Robert Smith to be purser of the Jonas, and Daniel White of the Star. Allen Colly, who went purser to Russia, to be purser’s mate in the James or Jonas. Robert Loftus, “ said to keep accounts by way of debitor or creditor,” to be considered of for a purser’s mate or underfactor. Oct. 22.—Sir Richard Smith delivered a letter from Lord Chief Jus¬ tice Hobart, wherein he signifies that about three years since he was visited with sickness, and the Company accepted what he had then paid in, being 1,500k of the 3,000k underwritten, which he desires may now be confirmed, that he may the better order his affairs ; the Court called to mind what then passed, viz., that if he recovered he would pay in the remainder orderly, but that if he died the Company would call for no more. The Court book was called for, but the order not being readily found, it was promised to return an answer to Lord blobart’s letter. [N.B.—In the margin is written the date Aug. 22, 1620; but as there are no Court Minutes between April 1620 and July 1621, the Court Book containing the above order relating to Lord Chief Justice Hobart’s adventure is missing.] Sir William Cokayne is content to lend 1,000k for six months on Messrs. Clitherowe and Styles’ bond ; the Court entreated them to lend their credits upon this occasion, or any other committee en¬ gaged to supply money for the present, and for their indemnity it was ordered they should have the Company’s seal, and be disengaged with the first money that comes in. Consideration what was fit to represent to the General Court in the afternoon concerning the order of 29th August last, for dividing three and a half capitals of calicoes to sell in town and for bringing in the Christmas payments. A proposition for buying all the Company’s silk withdrawn, one bale having dis¬ paraged the whole parcel. As to what was fit to be done concerning EAST INDIES. 169 1623. Mr. Misselden’s employment; opinion that he being Deputy of the Merchant Adventurers, and Mr. Barkov a merchant residing there [in Holland], could not be easily tired out with delays and the dilatory proceedings with the Dutch, and therefore were fittest “ to attend this treaty.” Mr. Governor represented that Sir Randall Cranfield had given out very uncivil speeches of the Governor, Deputy, and committees, which reached higher than to them, as particular men, and trenched deep into the government, and that upon the Exchange he had “ offered personal disgraceful words to Mr. Westrow.” Some were of opinion to move it at a General Court, others to go higher, since these affronts disparage the govern¬ ment and are disorders taken notice of by the gentry of the Com¬ pany. Mr. Parkhurst declared that he had heard “ very wild words against the Governor, Deputy, and committees, uttered by Sir Randall, and if called thereto will accuse him ore terms.” The opinion was to leave these things to further consideration, but “ if once the complaint be undertaken, that it be pursued effectually for precedent sake, to affright others from the like.” Oct. 22.—Minutes of a General Court. Mr. Deputy declared that the disorder of the last Court was the cause of this ; and represented that disorder hurts not the Governor and committees, but it hurts the Company in general, and that the committees need not call them together upon this business of dividing calicoes or the like. Mr. Governor’s opinion was that the order of the 29th August last concerning the division of calicoes to ship out was well grounded, and upon such reasons that no experienced merchant could contra¬ dict; there rested 47,555 1. worth to be divided, which would produce half a capital, more or less; it was left to the Court to annihilate or establish their former order. “ A Grave Citizen ” delivered his opinion that the Act formerly made ought not to be repealed ; first, “ in point of justice, which, as Solomon saith, establisheth a crown; and if a crown, then all subordinate governments;” next that this Act was settled by a double Court, upon whom it would draw imputation of instability, and he doubted the linen drapers who had bought quantities of calicoes upon bills, would refuse to perform payment when there should be so many retailers. By the patent, power is given to the committees to order divisions, sales, and other business, and he advised not to draw this power from them, for “ where my Lo. (Omnis) once rules, he quickly overthrows all.” After further discussion, it was resolved that the former order should stand in force; and that a penalty of 20 per cent, should be laid on all such as directly or indirectly import their calicoes again ; and, on the proposition of Mr. Garroway, one of the farmers, Sir Randall Cran¬ field and others were intreated to solicit the Lord Treasurer for a proclamation to prohibit the importation of calicoes. Mr. Deputy then made known that there is 92,000k in arrear by adventurers, and that tickets sent out to the several adventurers had brought in above 1,000k In November last, 33 of the Generality were nomi¬ nated to join with t he standing committees and consider the govern¬ ment of the Company, who have met once, and now desire to meet 170 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. again ; but because so great a number cannot easily be brought together, it is ordered that any 10 of them and 10 of the standing- committee shall proceed with that business. Concerning the Persian trade, the committee has already settled it, till the Company have further advice from thence. Oct. 24.—In reference to the services of Jeremy Sambrooke and Mr. Prusson, Mr. Tichburne, the Company’s solicitor, made known that the Lord Keeper had made an order that when the Company bring in the bills Denton shall bring in the money, and Mr. Aider- man Molson is to certify whether these bills or the money due by them were questioned at the time he made his umpirage ; whereupon his Lordship will proceed to a conclusion without further charge or witnesses; the Court liked well this proceeding. Sir John Walter has taken a view of the state of the suit with Ball, “ and procured an order for publication peremptory the first day of the next term in both causes, viz., in Star Chamber and Chancerymeantime both parties to examine their witnesses : Mr. Hincliley to be sent for to town. Ordered that Capt. Weddall must either ship out his calicoes as the Company do, or have patience till Christmas. A son of Sir William Smyth declared that Sir William “left his estate very distracted in great men’s hands, which could not yet be gotten in,” and therefore on behalf of his five sons and two daughters moved that the 1,100/, paid in may stand for his whole adventure, they being unable to supply the rest. Mr. Bacon to certify Mr. Cooke, master of requests, that there is nothing due to Mrs. Bynd, her husband having taken up all in the Indies. Lord “ Hubberte’s ” request con¬ cerning his adventure referred to another Court. Mr. Neville desired the freedom of the Company for his servant, Bichard Abbott, but as he had served but three years, it not be granted. Allen Colly to be purser’s mate of the Great James, Thomas Thornborougli being purser. Mr. Friday made known that he is arrested for 200/, of the estate of Henry Edmonds, which the Company had paid two years since : the Court will maintain that payment, but will not engage to save Mr. Friday harmless, not knowing on what other pretence the suit was commenced. Consideration of the choice of masters: Capt. Clevenger and Messrs. Boe, Browne, Pynn, Evans, Phelps, Addison, Boberts, Pinder, and Sonnnerson commended for able, sufficient men, but the choice fell upon Capt. Clevenger for the Jonas, with 10/, per month. In order “ to second their attempts upon the Portugals with strength of shipping,” it was ordered that the three ships for Surat and the one for Jacatra should go together by way of Surat. Capt. Clevenger gratified with 100/, for bringing the Palsgrave into the Downs, and left to divide it with Mr. Browne. Demand of Henry Bate for disbursements for the Bear, but the Court insisted on their former answer that they owe him none. Pinch in, a brother of the Company, concerning his calicoes, which are now delivered to a linen draper in Cornwall; resolved to charge the broke of 20 per cent, on his account. Complaints against Mr. Hurt to be examined. Committees to be named to “ sue out ” the proclamation to prohibit the importation of calicoes. Petition of Bobert Willoughby for the EAST INDIES. 171 1623. burial charge of his servant, Francis Willson, “ who was slain with a fall from the Great James ”; to be paid. [Twelve pages and a half. Court Minute Booh, VI., pp. 201-213.] Oct. 27. 334. Sir William Hallidaie, Governor, and Morris Abbott, Deputy Governor of the East India Company to Carleton. By late letters out of the Indies they have received advice of new injuries offered by the Dutch, wherewith they have forborn to acquaint the King or the State, hoping to receive friendly satisfaction by a private treaty, to which end they have sent two commissioners, Edward Misselden and Bobert Barlow, to treat with the Netherlanders, and have singled out two particulars only to be handled; and as there may be occasion to touch upon some matter of State, they have directed them to have recourse to his Lordship. [Holland Corresp .] Oct. 31. 335. Court Minutes of the East India Company. Mr. Tichburne informed the Court that Mr. Sheriff Mowlson had told Denton that he would never do good in his suit with the Company, and therefore wished him to cease; also that Hinchley, a material witness against Ball, desires to be excused coming up, and that the Company would procure a commission to examine him in the country: the Court answered that they had no other purpose towards him than to make use of his testimony, “ and that if he used the help of the Ipswich waggon to take his passage therein, his charges shall be borne.” Mr. Cappur to go to-morrow to testify on oath between the Com¬ pany and Mr. Decrow. The secretary to the Commissioners of the Navy “ delivered to the Company,” that the commissioners in Lady Dale’s business have examined all her witnesses and are content to examine the Company’s, which the Court took thankfully. Offer of [Bich.] Steele, sometime servant to the Company, to do great services in Surat or Persia, and thinks it possible to gain the whole trade of Persia from the Portugals; was told they had no occasion at present to use his services, but if ho would set down anything in writing for the bettering of the Persian trade, they would gladly hearken to it. Bichard Langford recommended for purser by Sir Bobert Napier; entertained second purser’s mate in the Great James. Concerning Mr. Soane’s purchase of the Company’s interest in Buttall wharf. Offer of Nr. Croppenbergh and son to become security for the monies to be paid by the Dutch; but as the sums are great, first, for bringing home the pepper, and then 26,000 ryals a debt; after acquainting the Dutch Company he shall know further the mind of the Company. Provision to be made of “ Bulgary hides,” “ being a commodity they cannot well want.” Demand of a brother of Bobarte Jeoffries, who has purposely come out of Somersetshire for that busi¬ ness, for his brother’s wages; to have 20 1. or 30/. on account. Suit of Mr. Weddall to have his pepper, calicoes, &c.; the Court let him know that in the ship he came home in, divers pieces of calicoes had been stolen, “ and in a derision old mariners’ clothes thrust in to fill up the pack he excused himself of having failed in any part of his duty, and the Court were contented he should take out his goods, putting in 200/-. bond not to sell in town. He propounded Mr. Johnson to go master in the third ship, and spake much of his suffi- 172 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. ciency. Mr. Deputy acquainted the Court he had received summons to attend the Lords at the Council table concerning the pirate business and the Company’s payments; to answer that the Company are not behind hand in their payments, and to pray that an exact account may be taken of that business. Answer to be returned to Lord Hobart that the sinking or not sinking of adventures is referred to a mixed committee of this Court and the Generality. William Bryan, on the recommendation of Sir Thomas Bendish, entertained for a soldier in their intended new fort, at 18s. per month. Meth- wold to be abated 1501. of his wages in repect of the 200 pagodes. Letter read from Mr. Swann, master of the Charles, dated from the Downs, Oct. 8. Robert Barsten, recommended by Lady Hobart, to go in the next shipping as steward’s mate. Monday appointed to consider of delinquents in their payments ; and Tuesday to read as many petitions as they can, to the end the house may be delivered of the multitude of suitors that resort hither daily. Capt. Biddulph’s goods brought up, but a great parcel of indigo the Court will in no wise give way that he should have the selling of; the rest he may have. \Four pages and a half. Court Minute Book, VI., pp. 213- 217.] (1623.) 336 . Randoll Jesson [Master of the Coaster] and Henry Cheetam, Batavia. purser, to (the East India Company). Hope the letters of Capt. Bickley and Mr. Browne have come to their hands. Their passage from the Cape was from the last of July to the 2nd of October. Found here the Exchange, Hart, Roebuck, Diamond, Unity, and Rose, and our late President [Fursland] very sick, who deceased the 16th of October. Is at this present bound for Jambi, although his agreement was not to go to that place. Has caused a crane to be made and set in the ship, for the more easy heaving of the ship up the river of Jambi, for two or three in the crane shall heave more than 20 men at the capstan. After closing his letters from the Cape, thought good to take the Portugal captain and seven of his men with him, first for clearing himself in what was taken and of the beginning of the fight, secondly that the ship should not go for India, and lastly for redeeming Forbrusher and his wife. Have delivered to the President 400 ryals of eight, all that he found in the prize, but hoped the President and Council would have bestowed it upon them, considering the smallness of their pillage and their great hazard in gaining it. Endorsed, “ Randall Jesson, master of the Coaster, from Batavia, 1623 without date, rec d by the Exchange.” [One page and, a quarter. O.C., Vol. X., No. 1121.] (1623.) 337 . Same to same. Have sent an abstract of the men deceased Batavia. in their ships, and copies of their accounts and inventories, and delivered to the President an abstract of their expences from the Cape to Jacatra, and the stores appointed for the factory at Batavia. Lamprier “ much dishonest ” in putting down more nails, &c. than were sent. Thomas Martin, sailor, drowned at the Cape, 29 July, and Hugh Clarke, their surgeon, who departed suddenly 24 Oct., died without wills. Endorsed as the preceding. [Onepage. O.C.,Vol.X., No. 1122.] EAST INDIES. 173 1623. Nov. 3. 338 . Richard Hasellwood to Robert Johnson, chief merchant at Batavia. Jambi. Thanks him for the sale of his small parcel of steel. Has paid Stevinton 20 ryals of eight. The Exchange is taking in the Moon’s pepper, and is to be dispeeded away with the Elizabeth. President Fursland has departed this life, and Brockedon by suc¬ cession taken his place. [Half a page. O.G., Vol. X., No. 1123.] Nov. 3-11. 339 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Consideration how to reward the merit of [John] Phelps, howsoever William Taylor seemed to be a competitor with Phelps for his good service in the pinnace Richard, wherewith the Portugal ship was taken, also for his successful shooting at the Castle of Chisme [Kishme] when he dismounted a piece of ordnance, and for being the first that entered the Isabella of Goa ; Phelps is rewarded with 2 51. and conceived fit to go master in one of the pinnaces now building. Capt. Blythe of opinion it were better to buy Malabar frigates than to build pinnaces here. Mr. Wylde, propounded for a factor, attended to know the Company’s pleasure ; he was well reported of, “ only he had played once for a great sum,” and kept greyhounds, and it was thought meet to refer the answer till Mr. Strowd might be present. Occasion was taken to blame the “ unsecrecy ” of the Court, because things spoken in Court are delivered upon the Ex¬ change. The gentleman that solicited Capt. Bonner’s business presses for a gratification, but the former resolution not to give any was confirmed. Mr. Deputy declared to Mr. Methwold the resolution of the Court to abate out of his entertainment 150^., but he referred himself to a second consideration after he should have presented a declaration of what had passed, the Court being of opinion to examine him on new interrogatories concerning Ball. Mr. Steele read certain observations of his own concerning the Persian trade and the waterworks projected by himself : Mr. Deputy observed that he attributed too much to himself concerning business at the Magore’s Court, and for the waterworks it had been debated in Sir Thomas Roe’s presence ; the matter was referred. Mr. Browne willing to go in the third ship, demands 121. per month, but the Court would enlarge themselves no further than to 81., which he, not accepting, was left to consider till next Court. Examination of complaints against Mr. Hurte touching moneys received by him from Mathias Waterhouse, Elizabeth Hodges, Robert and Elizabeth Peadle, Michael Ungle, and others ; the business left for further consideration. Mr. Prusson’s business to be heard this day seven- night. Nov. 3.—Minutes of a meeting of the “ committees for broakes.” Mr. Crispe propounded that the same course may be held as in the plantations in Ireland, which is to say, interest on so much of the sum underwritten as is not brought in, and the party that so fails to stay his “ divisions.” The delinquents in not paying in their adventures were then distinguished into three sorts, viz., 1, insolvents, and towards such it was conceived cruelty to use extremity; 2, widows and orphans, who have no ability to supply what is under¬ written ; 3, those that are able, yet purposely lye in wait and will not bring in, and to such no favour is to be shown. Discussion 174 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. thereon ; some of opinion to deal justly towards all without respect of persons, others to divide into two sorts those that are decayed and those that are able, and to impose upon these last 16, 18, or 21 per cent. ; no precedent of any delinquent yet made, whether executors are to supply adventures of testators. Petition of Messrs. Mosely and Isaac Sutton read, pretending losses and casualties had disabled them to supply their adventures; referred to further consideration. Request of Thomas Dent for mitigation of brokes, he promised to make good all payments before Christmas ; to have as much favour as any other : he also requested to be one of the Company’s auditors, but was answered that no delinquents would be put in election. Mr. Banckes put the Court in mind that being executor to Mr. Dalby, he had been a suitor on June 16, 1620, that whereas Mr. Dalby had underwritten 2,000?., whereof 750?. paid in, no more be expected ; but was answered that the money paid in must make good the damage of the payments not brought in. Resolved to report to the General Court that it were fit to send out tickets and limit the time by the end of November, and in case of default those able should have the broke charged to their account without favour, and others to be considered of. Nov. 4.—Instructions to be drawn and sent over to Misselden and Barlow, the Company’s commissioners with the Dutch. Peter Bell entertained to go purser in the Eagle; George Smith, purser’s mate in the Star; and John Boulter and John [? George] Lilly, stewards in this fleet. Sir Thomas Smythe acquainted the Court that Lady Dale petitioned the King, that the Company doth her wrong by detain¬ ing monies and goods of her late husband Sir Thomas Dale, and his Majesty had referred it to the Commissioners of the Navy. She now presses for publication of the depositions of her witnesses “ a company of idle fellows,” and Sir Thomas Smythe offered on behalf of the commissioners to examine witnesses, also on the part of the Company. The Court did not a little wonder at the unreasonable pretences of Lady Dale, and were sorry they had done her any courtesy in letting her have the silk that came home on her husband’s account, &c. It was said she reports her husband took 20,000?. out of a Chinese junk, but if it were taken it belonged to those that employed him; also that he carried an estate in money, but the contrary appeared at his going, for he was so ill provided of money, he was forced to borrow 100?. of the Company; and if he had not accepted when he did, the Company resolved not to have employed him at all, their ships being ready to depart without him; nay more, it was affirmed they were so little desirous he should go that they offered him 100?. to stay, but an “ honble. lord his friend pressed him to go.” The Court willed Mr. Cappur to provide that interrogatories be drawn by counsel in the Company’s behalf, and promised within a week to have their witnesses examined. The old business concerning the estate of Greete renewed, who had given by will 300?. for erecting a school, Sir Thomas Smythe and Sir William Russell being executors; the former earnestly desires a settling of the question between Greete and the Company, because it gives occasion of speech to the world, some unjustly surmising that he EAST INDIES. 175 1623. swallows up the estate, whereas he never reaped any benefit thereby. Sir Thos. Smytlie added that Westby who died in the Indies has also made him his executor, and Fursland writes that Westby left 1,500 ryals, which are put to the Company’s account; these things left to further consideration. Richard Chamberlain entertained to go steward in the Jonas ; Robert Leake, much commended by Capt. Blythe, to go steward’s mate. Many petitions read and answered. Request of Andrew Evans, who was mate in the Ann when she was in fight with a carrack, to be entertained in the Company’s service ; he was offered to take charge of one of the pinnaces appointed for Surat. Nov. 7.—Committee appointed to attend the Lords of the Council in obedience to their command concerning, it is supposed, the pirate money. The business for the General Court in the afternoon taken into consideration : Firstly, concerning Auditor-General; secondly, the necessity of a Christmas payment; thirdly, to procure a procla¬ mation from the King to inhibit the importation of calicoes. For the first, several auditors were nominated, but in the end, resolved to be left wholly to the Court. For the second, the motion must be resolute and admit of no dispute. For the third, “ some thought that the Company, by procuring such a proclamation shall fall within the compass of monopoly ” ; but in the end it was left to be opened and ordered at the General Court. Concerning the price oi indigo, which now lies on the Company’s hands as a dead com¬ modity, but would be taken off, if the price were fallen to some reasonable rate; 4s. per pound is offered, which makes very near five for one, while calicoes make but two for one, but the Company ask 5 s. ; it may be brought from Aleppo at 5 s., and the ship London Merchant is shortly expected with rich indigo. Committees named to fall the price according to the quality bought. Motion of Jonas Viney, to have 1,000/., the remainder of Capt. Jourdain’s estate, having already received 200/. ; the former order of payment to be looked up. Concerning the Royal James reported not fit to put to sea. Consideration of “the crimes objected to Mr. Hurtehis answers no ways satisfactory; to come up on Wednesday next, with all who could give any light in the business. Richard Wylde enter¬ tained factor at 100/. per annum for five years. Capt. Weddall, “ doth disable Phelps for being master ” of one of the pinnaces; he is left to further consideration. Letter (read) from Robt. Bourne on behalf of Mrs. Baffin for the money due to her deceased husband ; the Court are ready to pay what is due for wages, “ but to pay 800/. which cannot but begotten by private trade, the Company will not do itnotwithstanding, Mrs. Baffin shall expect their further answer. Nov. 7.—Minutes of a General Court. Discussion concerning the broke of 20 per cent, for calicoes not exported; ordered that said broke should be imposed as well on those that ship out their calicoes and bring them in again, as on those that pretend to ship out and do it not, but sell at home. Mr. Deputy declared that since the last General Court, 10,000/. more had been underwrit for calicoes to tr.i nsport, and he hoped good quantities more would be. Six of 176 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. the Generality added to the committees for brokes, so that every meeting may be full. Tickets to be sent to adventurers in arrear that if they bring in all their payments by the 10th Dec. they may expect a mitigation of brokes, otherwise the whole broke of 24 per cent, to be charged to their accounts. The Christmas payment to be paid in, the necessity of the Company’s affairs requiring it, but, to give reputation to this stock, and content to the adventurers, no new subscription to be made until Christmas come four years. Con¬ cerning the election of four auditors. Nov. 10.—Court Minutes. Concerning the defects of the Great James; she is found every way sufficient to perform her voyage. Petition of Peadle concerning the estate of John Frowde, the Pre¬ rogative Court having made void the administration of Edward Parsons. Upon this occasion was renewed an old motion of great importance, that the Company should cause administrations to stay six or 12 months before they be paid, but nothing was ordered therein. Report of Walter Mountford, that the Charles set sail on Friday last, the 7th inst., and delivered in the “old boxes of succes¬ sion,” &c. Answer of Methwold to the objections against him; he freely submits to the censure of the Court, and desired a moderation of his former sentence of 1507, but it was ordered to stand good ; he then moved to have allowance after 9 per cent, for his wages, as was promised, to have his freedom, and that the money coming to him may remain in the Company’s hands at interest at 9 per cent, from Michaelmas last. Certain interrogatories presented by the Company’s solicitor concerning Lady Dale’s business. Edward Higham’s reasons for default in his adventure to be represented to the double committee. Objections against Prusson to be heard the next day. Edward Tynes to keep account of canvas, &c., Jeremy Sanibrook not having leisure. Concerning Mrs. Harrison’s business. Capt. Fitzlierbert’s widow having come to London purposely to clear her account with the Company, the account to be audited, “ that she may return before winter come too far on.” Petition of Thomas Beale, a mathematician, to be entertained as a marine man in place of a master’s mate, but was referred to be entertained as “ a good fellow ” at 25s. or 26s. per month if he please. Nov. 11.— Complaint against George Lilly, a steward, for being “ a wasteful man if found true, he is to be dismissed. Mr. Cocks acquaints the Court that he is served with “ a writ ad testificandum ” in Mrs. Wickham’s suit, which business, as also the interrogatories for Lady Dale, are ordered to be carefully followed. The instruc¬ tions, &c. useful in the next treaty, to be made ready to be sent to Messrs. Misselden and Barlow. Complaints against Mr. Pruson, pre¬ ferred by Mr. Munnes, in reference to the quality of masts, sails, and ropes supplied by him to the Company and his charges for same, &c. ; to his refusing English and employing Dutch workmen, which was conceived dangerous, and to other matters. He also complained of words spoken by Pruson to one who told the Governor “ that Israel could not thrive until Achan and all his should be cast out and stoned to death,” the meaning of which words Munnes afterwards understood to refer to some notable bribery or corruption EAST INDIES. 177 1623. in the Company. The Court conceived that if the particulars were true they were foul matters against Mr. Pruson. There grew a question on some particulars, and Pruson being called in replied to the objections laid to his charge, excusing and defending himself, saying that every one must live by his trade, that he made his sails according to the measure received from the ship’s carpenter, &c. “ Here Mr. Pruson could contain himself no longer, but burst out in a passion, * * * contesting with Mr. Munnes in such uncivil manner, and threatening to bring him to his answer in another place, that the Court took knowledge of his insolent carriage, tending so much to the disparagement of the government, that it was not to be endured in so grave an assembly ; whereupon Pruson told the Court he desired to be heard by indifferent judges.” The day being much spent the business was left to be resolved at another Court. [Twenty-eight pages. Court Minute Booh, VI.,pp. 218-248.] Nov 11 . 340 . Carleton to the Governor or Deputy Governor of the East The Hague. India Company. If it had lain in his power to have done their Com¬ pany any service upon their former letters, he would not have de¬ ferred writing until now, that he is invited by their courtesy both to himself and his wife, for which they both give hearty thanks; but such has been the distraction in this Company, by disputes between Bewinthebbers and participants, that they know not how to begin any good correspondence with us by a necessary reglement for the future. Only they declare to Carleton their resolution not to swerve from the treaty, but to maintain it punctually, of which the losses they as well as we have sustained make them the more careful, espe¬ cially as the commissions to Misselden and Barlow show that we seek rather to compose and settle matters in friendly manner, of which Carleton has already made the chief of them sensible. Will not fail to give them the assistance they require. [Holland Corresp .] Nov. 12. 341 . Articles of Agreement between the English and the Guze- rats upon the seizure of their junks, for the better conservation of amity, peace, and free commerce with the English, who have “justly complained of sundry abuses and hindrances.” It is agreed and granted to Thos. Rastell, President, with his Council, that—1. They shall be permitted free trade, as well in the ports of Surat, Cambaya, Gogo, Sinda, and Bengala, as in all other places within the domi¬ nions of Jehangeer Paudshah, without prohibition of any commodity or limitation of places, times, or quantities. 2. There shall no governors, customers, or other officers engross to themselves, in the name of the King or Prince, such commodities as the English bring, more than shall be “ properly needful for the use of the King or Prince, their circares.” 3. The house, &c. of Cojah Hassen Allee in Surat, shall be let them to lease. 4. They shall have free license for the buying, building, and careening in Surat, Baroach, or Gun- divee, of four frigates a year. 5. Neither carts nor boats shall be denied for transport of their goods, or any water forbidden upon pretence of duties to the Governors of Urpall, who shall cease to exact the same. 6. The actions of any other Christian nation shall M 178 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. be no way imputed to the English for them to be liable. 7. The rahdars or duties at Unckliseares, Daita, Bayara, Kerka, or any other places shall for ever hereafter be remitted. 8. There shall no violence be practised against their people, and if in defence of them¬ selves any manslaughter should happen to any subject of this kingdom they shall be free of any punishment. 9. Not any of their “ caphilaes ” shall be hindered upon any pretence whatsoever ; but differences that might cause the same shall be referred for trial and accommodation betwixt their chief and the Governor in Surat. 10. They shall be permitted to be instant possessors of their own goods and rarities at their present landing, which no governor or other officer shall detain in custom house, or enforce from them at their own rates, and suffer them (the English) to house into their own warehouses, where, and nowhere else, shall be the place of recourse for their markets. 11. They shall freely exercise their own religion, wear arms for their defence, and exercise justice on their own people, though the offence be done to a Musselman. 12. Their brokers shall have free liberty of speech before any governor, and shall not be abused, or daily fined, imprisoned, or detained by every inferior officer upon trivial occasions. 13. The goods, ryals, and other treasure jewels of the English shall for ever hereafter be free of the accustomed duties usually paid in Surat, with con¬ dition that they shall pay a constant rent of 40,000 ms. per annum to the King’s circare. 14. In case of mortality to any Englishman, his estate to remain to the rest of his nation, and in case of no English left living, the governor of the place shall reserve the same to the use of such English as shall come to challenge it. 15. The past or present stoppage of the King, Prince, or his subjects’ junks shall not be imputed to the English as an offence, seeing that want of justice has justly enforced them to extremities ; where¬ fore they shall not be liable to the surrender of any goods or treasure taken out of said junks, nor shall any of the English nation be hereafter called in question for the same, “ with an absolute remittance of all things never hereafter to be questioned.” [Three pages. O.C., Vol. X., Xo. 1179.] Nov. 12-21. 342 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. John Phelps is entertained master of the best of the pinnaces now building, at 5 l. per month, and to confer with Mr. Stephens how she shall be built. Demand of Jackson concerning Augustine Spaldinge’s estate, or allowance for it for the time the Company holds it. The.Court answered it is not their fault he is not already come home; they wrote by the Trial, but the ship miscarrying, the letter also perished ; but make no question he will come home in the next ships; and as they expect himself so shortly, they hold it not reasonable that “ use money ” should be demanded. Petition of Jonas Yiney for 1,000k, the remains of the monies due to Capt. Jourdain, deceased, which petitioner claimed under his said uncle’s will, to whom Mrs. Yiney, the mother of said Jonas, was sole executrix, but she dying made her said son her executor. The Court was not satisfied that he, being within age, could give a discharge for the money, albeit divers civilians were of that mind, but were contented he shall EAST INDIES. 179 1623. receive 400£., provided he shall hold himself quiet, without being further troublesome to the Company until he shall be arrived to the full age of 21 years, which he thankfully accepted. Petition of the wife of one John Wood for monies pretended to be due to her hus¬ band, “ but in an immodest manner threatens the Company that if she failed of her pretences, she would follow them in the streets until they were wearied with her importunities.” The Court was much distasted with her impudence, and consulted where to complain for redress, but was contented that if Wood will receive his wages for the time he served in the James, he may. Petition of Wm. Whaley for gratification for the loss of his leg in the Company’s service; he was told the Company held themselves no way bound to recompense his “ mayme,” for they give wages, and are bound to no more ; notwithstanding, they were content to bestow upon him 1 01. as a free gift. Messrs. Bell, Venn, and Abdy attended the Lords at Whitehall, concerning certain mariners whose wives com¬ plained they could not have right from the Company for their husbands’ goods taken by the Hollanders. Suit on behalf of Mrs. Fitzherbert for monies due to her husband ; when the President’s accounts shall come the Company will do her right; in the mean¬ time she may receive 100£. on account. Arnold Browne entertained to go master in the Star at 91. per month; Mr. Johnson, of the Eagle, at 71. ; and Mr. Pynn, of the lesser pinnace, at 41. 10s. Con¬ cerning the charges against Hurte; he denied all, and when asked a second and third time, still stood upon his innocency ; but at length confessed his fault and submitted himself to the favour and grace of the Court; some were of opinion that he might be so warned as to become a good servant to the Company; others wished to remove him; and after much arguing, he was warned to attend on Friday next. Nov. 14.—Motion of Harlow for a gratification to poor ministers, which had been done in former years, though last Christmas omitted ; the Court made answer that their former charity had drawn such multitudes of ministers from all parts as the Company hath been oppressed with suitors ; and after some debate, that they would not set down anything positively until they had acquainted Mr. Governor * therewith, and understood his mind. Sir Wm. Garroway thinks himself hardly dealt withal in that they demand 130Z. for interest, whereas he, as a farmer of the customs, hath forborne greater sums from the Company, and for longer time. Demand of the Lord Treasurer in respect of the overplus of the compound “ money for spices spent in the land he is desirous to clear that account, because from henceforth the Duke of Richmond is to receive it, by a late grant from his Majesty; ordered that the account be searched. About Mr. Pruson’s business ; the Company nothing satisfied with his service nor with his skill ; he had carried himself with much contempt to some of the committee and scandal to others, had not answered well at the former Court, and shall not be employed again ; notwithstanding, if he could set down anything in writing for the Company’s good, he should be heard. Mr. Munnes intreated to look into the accounts of the purser of the London, concerning the goods taken at Ormuz; and Messrs. Bownest and Lawrence to audit M 2 180 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. Mr. Bickford’s account. Report of Mr. Treasurer Stone, that he will not be able to pay out the dividend and other payments now due, and can hardly see how the disbursements of all kinds will be pro¬ vided for; after consideration, it was thought fit to get out of debt by putting off' some commodities rather than to seek monies at interest, but nothing was at present resolved. Petition of Robert Tellowe to remit the fine imposed on him by the President, in the Indies, of four months’ pay, for fighting with an Englishman, but the Court left the fine still upon him. Complaint of “ the porters of the tackling house ” that their labours were undervalued; to be examined. The Court acquainted that Sheriff Mowlson is resolved to report in the business between the Company and Adam Benton. Mr. Tichburne to receive 51. on account of his bill. Nov. 17.—Mr. Treasurer Stone acquaints the Court that a sub¬ poena was served upon him out of Chancery to answer a bill preferred against him at the suit of the Earl of Suffolk; Mr. Cappur to answer thereto for avoiding contempt. Nov. 19.—Project presented by Mr. Beale, whereby ships may be preserved from the worm and sudden firing. The inventor made some demonstration to the Court how the material laid upon board it would keep it from firing, with divers other virtues, and for 50s. extraordinary per 100 tons he will trim all their ships with it; committee appointed to consult with Capt. Clevenger and some masters and gunners and report their opinions. In reference to allowance for Capt. Weddall’s pepper, the Court understood the ryal to be five mamoodees. The Court of opinion that they are not bound to answer the Earl of Suffolk’s bill, except there appear matter directly against them. Allowance to Mr. Punnyett “ for carrying about the Charles,” &c., and to Michael Nicholls for taking up a cable. Committee appointed to confer with Capt. Weddall about the value of his pepper. Debate how to provide moneys for the setting out of the ships now bound forth. The fleet of four ships and two pinnances will stand the Company in 14,000£. at least, and it will be fit to send to both factories 150,000 ryals besides what shall be bestowed in cloth. Discussion whether they should follow or not the Persian trade and send fewer ships, to which was answered that the danger will be the same, besides it may be the Governor will not altogether give over Ormuz ; moreover, that the trade of the Red Sea ought not to be neglected; whether Surat commodities will serve for Ormuz; the benefit which Ormuz pro- miseth is not to be neglected. All good courses to be taken to bring in money; committee appointed to consider of it and advise with the treasurer. The maces which were set at 8s. 6ci to be now sold for 8s., and the middle maces that were at 5s. Qd. for 5s. Mr. Barlow writes from Amsterdam that a customer there will buy half the Company’s silk, and wishes it sent over. The Court will not agree to send their silk thither; if the Netherlands have a mind to buy, they must send their deputies hither. The appointment of auditors and the General Court put off in respect of the want of health both in Mr. Governor and Mr. Deputy. Request of Mr. Lamman that Edward Lynes may assist Jeremy Sam brook with the accounts until it shall please God to give him health. EAST INDIES. 181 1623. Nov. 21.—Concerning the gumlac sent home on the account of Augustine Spaldinge. The Court willing to abate the price of indigo so as they may sell 100 barrels in a parcel. Composition accepted by Mr. Weddall for his pepper. About Beversham’s goods landed out of the Lion, and a large carpet, quilts, and other things set by for the Lord Treasurer at first cost, and a carpet for Mrs. Hallidaie for her own use. Claim by the friends of [William] Baffin, deceased in the Company’s service, of an estate of 83 51., whereof 5001. in money ; the Court could not conceive how Baffin could raise such estate with honest dealing; it was conceived by some he might have gotten much of his estate at Ormuz, to which was answered that Baffin died before Ormuz was taken, and that he carried 1,000 marks with him ; the Court was contented to come to end with him, and therefore declared that if those that prosecute for the estate will refer to the Company, they will do them right. Report of auditors on Walter Mountford’s accounts, which they find so intricate and out of order “ that it will ask a long time to audit them all his disbursements not vouched, and he is to account for 1,500Z.; ordered that until this be done no more money for salary or other employments is to be paid to him. George Ball, according to an order on an old petition to the Lord Keeper, to be allowed to make copies of certain papers, provided Messrs. Waytes and Tichburne be present. The Company advised to examine Ball in the business between them and Lady Dale. Concerning [Adam] Denton’s debt to the Company. Some exception against their beer being served by Dutchmen, but there is small choice of English brewers, only Messrs. Morgan and Duppa being able to serve them ; agreed that Duppa should do so. Great want of Spanish iron hoops ; the difference great both in the weight and price, the Spanish being 22s. per cwt. and English 27s., which weighs much more. Patrick Niccolls, Master of Arts, of Broadgates Hall, in Oxenford, offered his service to go preacher in the fleet for Surat; Mr. Cappur to write to his brother in Oxenford to inquire of him. The widow of [William] Baffin, accompanied by Mr. Bourne, made demand of her husband’s estate, who deceased in the Indies in the Company’s service; the Court told them that if Baffin’s estate were questioned it might prove dangerous to the widow, especially if it be true, which she pretends, that he carried COO l. out in money, a thing utterly unlaw¬ ful ; if he carried no estate with him then is it possible that any great matter can be coming to him, and therefore wished an end might be made by some to be indifferently chosen on both sides. Mr. Bourne desired time to consider it. [ Nineteen pages. Court Minute Booh, VI., pp. 248-267.] Nov. 21. 343. Advices from the Hague. At Goeree a ship from the East Hague. Indies has again arrived, and another is on the way. Four more great ships are equipped to start from the Indies by the first, with 80 young girls, who in time will make honest marriages in the Indies. [ French. Extract from Holland Corresp .] Nov. 23. 344 . Minutes of a meeting of committees at Blackwall in refe¬ rence to smiths’, coopers’, and other work done there. [ One page. Court Minute Booh, VI., pp. 267-268.] 182 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. Nov. 24. 345 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Committee appointed to which petitions of wives for their husbands’ pay and for servants’ wages are to be wholly referred. George Page, who had petitioned for employment as a factor, presented copy of a translation out of Dutch into English; to attend at next Court. Earnest request of Mr. Miller in reference to Capt. Fitzlierbert’s estate in behalf of his widow ; after discussion, the Court was pleased that Mrs. Fitzherbert should receive 150?. on account. Mr. Ellam to make a survey of factors abroad against the next Court. Ques¬ tion between Mr. Browne, master of the Star, and Daniel White purser; both to attend the Court at their next sitting. William Fall, formerly steward of the Jonas, appointed steward of the Star instead of John (or George) Lilly, dismissed “ because he would sometimes be overdone in drink.” Robert Leake appointed steward’s mate in the Great James. Concerning a request of Messrs. Lee, Langham, and Sherrington to take out their six half capitals, four in cloves and two in calicoes. William Jones, formerly set down for a steward’s mate, dismissed. Thomas Leeson refuses to go as steward’s mate. Robert Loftus, a very honest young man, to be purser’s mate of the Eagle and underfactor in the Indies. Mr. Parkhurst, one of the committte for buying those commodities, to view Mr. Fishburne’s satins ; crimsons and greens the colours to be bought. Considera¬ tion of the number of ryals to be sent; 150,000 ryals, with 50,000 ryals in goods “ a fit cargazone, as well to buy the Mallabar’s pepper (whereof it is supposed good store may to be had, because the Portugals have been kept in two years together) as also to manage the Red Sea and Persian trade, together with the trade of 'Ormuz and the Persian Gulf ordered to have a Court purposely for settling these businesses on Wednesday next, meantime Jeremy Sambrooke, by direction of Mr. Munnes, to make a computation of the Company’s stock at Surat and Persia. [Four pages. Court Minute Book, VI., pp. 268-272.] Nov. 25. 346 . Minutes of a meeting of a mixed company of the com¬ mittees and some of the generality. Three businesses to be handled at this Court, viz., concerning delinquents, the cloves, and the choice of auditors. All delinquents not in like case, some able to pay and some not. The list of insolvents examined, and 60,000?. found in such hands who for very poverty cannot pay, and no promise of mitigation can do good upon them, but it may do hurt where the men are good. Advised that those that are good men should be called upon to bring in their arrears and brokes without mitigation, and the Company may deal kindly with them afterwards and the Court moved to sutler the insolvent to take out his stock already paid in, to lay a fine upon arrears, and take legal course against those that are able to pay; discussion thereon. In the end it was thought fit not to end this business at present, but every man to arm himself with the best reasons he can, that it may be ended at the next meeting on Tuesday next. The business of the cloves put off till after Christmas. Seventeen men put in nomination for auditors general, of whom were chosen by erection of hands, Roger Gifford, EAST INDIES. 183 1623. Thomas Colthurst, Ralph Handson, — Cranmer, Thomas Eyans, and Richard Swift. [Two pages and a half. Court Minute Book. VI., pp. 272-274.] Nov. 26. 347 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Petition of Thomas Latham, executor to Mrs. Mary Fettiplace, deceased, that whereas he is to dispose of divers legacies given by her and hath only her adventure of 80(F. which he cannot sel] except at great loss, and shall be forced to continue it in his own name, that he may be made free of the Company; which is granted on his paying 51. to the poor box on his own life only. Advice from Marseilles of 80 chests of coral bought for the Company’s use, which there is good likelihood may be here time enough to be sent by the next ships for Surat. Account of Edw. Guy, purser of the London, presented to the Court, wherein is set down the goods taken at Ormuz, but neither money, jewels, nor plate, the same being delivered (as he said) to President Rastell and Giles James; the Court conceived that the Company is much wronged by the underrating of the goods sold, and that they have not received a due account of the plate, money, and jewels taken, neither could a just one sixth be paid to their men, when there was no just account of the whole ; the purser therefore blamed for not giving a better account, and enjoined to prepare a better on Friday next. Con¬ sideration of the proportion of ryals to be sent to Surat and how to be provided. 200,000 ryals to be sent in the next fleet for Surat, and as the “ cash is very £ lene,’ ” and a parcel of ryals due from the Hollanders is but a weak supply for such a sum, four or five of the committees are entreated to supply the necessary occasions of the Company, by privately taking up some 4,00(F. or 5,00(F., which was conceived to stand best with the reputation of the Company. Offer of Turkey merchants to take a good quantity of indigo, if they may have it at a reasonable price; not to have less than 100 barrels at 3.s. 9 d. per lb., instead of 4s., to ship to the Straits. Consideration of [Richard] Steele’s propositions; he propounded the freighting of goods and passengers from Synda to Ormuz, which would produce 20,00(F. benefit per ann. viz. at 14 per cent, freight which the Portugals have employed these 100 years, but of late by reason of their cruelty the merchants have carried their merchan¬ dise through Candahar, which trade might easily be had again if the English would undertake the business ; here it was observed that the Portugals have seated themselves upon the mouth of the river Synda, and fortified on both sides and must first be disabled there to make good the project. He then made offer of his service and pretended another benefit to the Company in reference to the buying of indigo within five days’ journey of Lahore. His next proposition was for the waterworks formerly projected, which he conceived would yield 10,00(F. per ann., and be infinitely pleasing both to the Great Mogul and to his subjects “the Grand Mayor doting upon this project;” but this having been at large debated upon the arrival of Sir Thos. Roe, who no way approved of it, the Company had no purpose to entertain this project. The third proposition was that they should not trade with the King of Persia, but endeavour to be at liberty to 184 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. trade anywhere; to which was answered that this had been taken into consideration and our King’s letters were sent purposely to procure that privilege. Steele was of opinion that Persia yearly yields 30,000 bales of silk, though others said not above 5,000, and that on the coast of Malabar 500 tons of pepper are to be had yearly, being but five or six days’ sail from Jask. Steele being with¬ drawn, the Court remembered that his propositions were old, and that Sir Thos. Roe was and is of opinion that it is dangerous to employ him, that his defence formerly was very weak and therefore, because the Company expect messengers from Persia, resolved to answer that they have no employment for him ;"and concerning his propositions, when they hear what these messengers will say, they will consider further on him. Discussion on Steele’s propositions after his departure. Petition of William Kitchin, late surgeon of the Lion, for abatement of freight, having carried himself very honestly abroad and civilly at home; ordered that he pay 2s. freight per book for 150 pieces of calico instead of 3s. [Eight 'pages. Court Minute Booh, VI., pp. 278-286.] Nov. 28. 348 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Gratuities given to the poor of Stepney, together with the old beef and biscuit and “ other vayles of beef ” as have been usually distributed to the poor there. Bills to be set up in the usual places declaring that a Court of Sales shall be held on Wednesday afternoon next. The purser of the London given till Monday next to bring in his accounts. Mr. Hurte’s business. Mr Ellam’s collection of the factors in the Indies, being in number “ Fowerskoare,” shown to the Court; some thought the number over great, but others remembered that they have had heretofore a much greater; further consideration for supply of factors referred until the Company hear from Persia, which that they had not done in so long time, they much wondered at, “ the passage being so ordinary as it is.” Request of Mrs. Baffin about her husband’s estate ; discourse thereon ; the Court readily consented that the business might fairly be debated and two were chosen on either side to end the business. Differences between Arnold Browne, master, and Daniel White, purser, of the Star, concerning their respec¬ tive “ quality and power,” reconciled by the Court; and the duties of their office explained: the like charge given to Richard Swanley, master of the Great James, under Capt. Weddall, and that the ship fall down to Gravesend by the middle of January. Committees' appointed to take care of each of the outward-bound ships, Royal James, Jonas, Star, and Eagle. Motion that Mr. Biddulph, who hath been a faithful servant to the Company, may sell his indigo or trans¬ port it; but the Court rather inclined to reward his services in some other kind, and in no wise would permit him to dispose of his own indigo. Inventory of goods presented, supposed to belong to John Browne who died at Patani. Offer of Sheriff' Freeman and Mr. Coxe to furnish the Company with Bulgary red hides. Request of George Ball to have the originals of some papers useful to him ; answered that he might copy out any of his books or papers in the auditor’s office, but in no wise would the Court consent to part with the originals. [Four pages. Court Minute Booh, VI., pp. 274-278.] EAST INDIES. 185 1623. Nov. 29. Hague. (1623 ?) Dec. 1-5. 349 . Advices from the Hague. The West Indian fleet has passed some days, in company with the four East Indian ships, towards the Texel, to sail thence by the first. [ French. Extract from Holland Gorresp .] 350 . (Carleton) to the Duke of Buckingham. In speaking with the Prince of Orange, after the return of the Prince and Duke from Spain, he mentioned, amongst other distasts which incline the King towards the Spanish overtures of friendship, the “ entering (by the Dutch) in the East Indies into open hostility avowed by a public act of the States General,” which ill course has been pursued for some years. [Extract from Holland Gorresp .] 351 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Letter read from Lord Danvers, recommending one Johnson as a factor; the Court, upon examination, did find no great matter in him, and so gave him for answer they had no use of him. Long discussion on the suit of William Biddulph for increase of his wages and for a gratuity for his long and faithful service. Account presented by Robert Smith and Edwin Guy, pursers of the Jonas and London, of the money, plate, &c. found at Ormuz, which account was sent home from [Thos.] Rastell, President, and [Giles] James, a prime factor at Surat; the Court thought it a very poor account, that of so great a wealth as was found there not 20,00 01. is come to the Company’s account, and blamed the pursers that better order had not been taken to keep what was taken, and resolved that a greater charge be laid on the pursers than formerly, and did not at that time consent that they should have their wages. [J ohn] Wood, late master of the Lesser James, to receive the wages due to his servants, John Flowers, William Beckwith, and John Keyes. Dec. 3.—Wages of Edwin Guy and Robert Smith, pursers of the London and Jonas. Proportion of spices to be bestowed on Mr. Governor, Mr. Deputy, the treasurers, and committee, according former custom, with the quantities and the prices. Offer of Mr. Robertes to go master in one of the Company’s greater ships, but not in a meaner place; the Court conceived by that offer that the masters of their ships do grow ambitious of title and desire to com¬ mand in the quality of captains, but it was resolved that none but Capt. Weddall shall go with that title. Mr. Bickford’s entertain¬ ment to rise 10£. yearly to 6CK till his seven years are expired. Mr. Biddulph to have at the rate of 8s. per dollar, to stand to his adventure of 400£., and for his long service, not without some par¬ ticular merit to the Company, to have 100£. over and above his wages, and be made a free brother and suffered to sell his calicoes in town. John Hinchley, summoned by a writ out of the Star Chamber to testify in the cause between the Company and George Ball, to have 40s. for his charges. George Page entertained at 100 marks per annum for three years, and 100£. for the other four years. Minutes of a General Court of Sales.—Those absent to be fined 12d each. List of commodities sold, comprising pepper, wet, dried, and garbled; cloves, wet and garbled; maces, large brown, middle 186 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. brown, garbled, and dust; nutmegs, broken and wet; and silk ; with the prices and names of the purchasers ; 18 barrels of gumlac in grains and 60 barrels of dust of indigo not sold. Dec. 5.—Court Minutes. Letter from Sir John Suckling, that the officers of the -custom house be gratified for goods exported. The Court made answer that nothing is due, and therefore desired to be spared, but it was replied that very likely the Lord Treasurer will be moved in it, and then the request will come stronger; and “ advised that those of the custom house demand none but warrant¬ able fees, which the Company will pay, and to remember that a Parliament may examine it, as in the late sitting had been begun.” Petition of George Pike, brother and executor of Edward Pike, late the Company’s servant, deceased at Succadana, for the estate of his deceased brother. Discussion with Mr. Chamberlain about the price of cloves and pepper and dust of indigo, which was set at 18c?. per lb.; but he refused to take it at more than 12c?., whereupon the Court fell to a resolution of sending ten barrels of it to Mr. Barlow to prove what vent it will find in the Low Countries. Report of the surgeon’s chest prepared by Mr. Woodall; ordered that Woodall receive 40?. by way of imprest for that service, and that the com¬ mittees crave the help of both surgeons and physicians to view the things proper to their several faculties. Appointment of a con¬ ference with Capt. Weddall and Messrs Blythe, Kerridge, and Monnox, on Monday next, concerning the Company’s affairs in the Indies. Resolution (if Monday’s conference hinder it not) to send 200 cloths to Surat and 100 to Ormuz. The Governor of opinion that 60,000 ryals will suffice to be sent “ in these ships,” which, as there is no great likelihood of the opening of Bantam, because the Hollanders make no show of any such expectation, the Court ordered shall be sent, and 20,000 more if they may. Report of Mr. Harrison, an under officer of the custom house, that he had followed the business of the Company, to the Lord Treasurer, concerning the licence for exportation of their calicoes free of custom, and was to gratify Mr. Jacob, my Lord’s secretary, with 3?. The Court ordered he should have not only the 3?. but 30s. more for his own pains, and 20s. for Mr. Jacob’s servant. Walter Mountford’s debts to the Company ; resolved to shorten the unnecessary expence of fresh victuals to their ships upon the coast, which is made the greater by permitting of such resort of strangers as come daily aboard; Mount- ford to attend the Court so soon as his health will permit. Minutes of a General Court concerning the price of cloves; no sign of falling in price ; when any such thing appears, will be time to consider of some course to be taken. As to the business of delin¬ quents, the committee found so many difficulties that they thought it not fit to be dealt in as yet. Choice of four general auditors in addition to Messrs. Waytes and Markham, that have heretofore been employed ; to have a salary of 100?. per annum each. Their instruc¬ tions ; no account to be allowed except vouched. Proposal that Prusson should be employed to assist the auditors; much dispute thereon; his petition read. Though the Company would never refuse to hear any discovery of abuses, yet they were wary of suffer- EAST INDIES. 187 1623. ing a man to insinuate himself into their services who had done so ill offices to them; for a man may justly be suspected that propounds for his own gain. In the end a selected committee of the generality were appointed to hear what he had to say for the good of the Com¬ pany, the committee generally desiring to be spared. [Fifteen pages. Court Minute Booh , VI., pp. 286-301.] Dec. 5. 352 . A List of all the Factors and Assistants in the Indies, under the command of the President at Batavia, and where employed:— J acatra Dead -1 Tho. Brockedon, President. Henry Hawley, J f , c Jno. Gunning, f ot tne Council. j Merchants. At Jacatra Dead y Factors. Dead Dead At Jambi > Assistants. Richd. Haselwood," Geor. Bruen, George Willeby, Factor. Robt. Huntchins, Clerk of the Stores. Edward Traiford, Jno. Cooper, -<( Jno. Cartwright, Thomas Johnson, Marmaduke Steventon,J Thomas Robinson, J . . . Henry Ducie, j Assistants. At Masulipatam - - f Thomas My 11s, Agent. Returned^ Francis FutterG ^ Dead [.John Dodd, J * actors> In the Ann fRobt. Johnson, ] ir . Thom. StavertonJ Merchante ' Chr. Bogan, Factor. Robt. Randall,' Jonas Colbach, David Owen, f Henry Woolman, Factor. Richd. Allen, J . . , \John Hayward, J SS1S an s ' f Andrew Coggins, Factor. |_Jno. Dent, Assistant. - f Henry Short, Merchant. Dead kRichd. Danby, Factor. f Philip Harrison, Factor. Andrew Weekes, Assistants. - Henry Sill, Factor. Dead Benjamin Moore, Factor. In the Ann fRichd. Cockes, d . | Joseph Cockeram, j Merchant3 ' Returned J John Osterwick. In the Ann | Willm. Eaton, J -iti I n the Ann | Edmond Sayer, J ^ actors * Returned [_Henry Dodsworth, Assistant. At Acheen At Japara At Macassar At the Moluccas - At Amboyna At Banda At Japan 188 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. Dec. 6. Jambi. 1623 ? 1623. Dec. S. In the Ann Returned 'Edward Long, John Jourdain, At Siam and Masulipatam j Willm. Well, Returned [_ Edward Scudamore, Dead fTho. Bright, Factor. In the ship Discovery -< •Factors. In the ship Abigail Dead I^Rich. Robinson, Assistant. • Geo. Cristmas, Factor. fRob. Hayes, Went since■< Ricd. Bicke, ^-Factors. Dead [_ James Traughton,J [Endorsed, 5 Dec r 1624. This document is wrongly dated 1623, hut slightly endorsed 1624 to ivhich year it -properly belongs. O.G., Vol. X., Xo. 1124.] 353 . Protest of Robert Johnson against Adrian Vanderdussen, principal at Jambi for the Netherlands Company. Adrian Vander¬ dussen and Bartholomew Skunst, second merchant, with others, have this day not only broken the agreement between the Companies of iSrf’ 1^21, in not permitting them to take their part of pepper due from Nochoa Limco, a Chinese; but struck at their people, threw their sacks away, and violently kept their men from entering Limco’s prau, using many uncivil and unfit speeches to stir up strife. Whereas the English have not only permitted the Dutch quietly to take their part of debts out of such praus as they have first seized, but have also weighed out pepper to them out of the house. [One page. 0.0., Vol. X., Xo. 1125.] 354 . Petition of Thomazin Powell, widow, to the Privy Council. Recapitulates the contents of her previous petition [see ante, Xo. 291], and prays for satisfaction from the States of the Low Countries, as she can have no relief from the East India Company, for that the goods came not to their hands. [Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CXXIV., Xo. 104, Cal., p. 329.] 355 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. The Court reminded of a motion for a gratification to the superior officers of the Custom House for goods imported; but “ did not hearken to the motion.” Motion of the Lord Treasurer for his brother, Sir Randall Cranfield, to receive again the full money he has paid in, and be discharged of his adventure ; but it is not to be done, for the example and consequence was such as would draw an apparent mischief upon the Company, “ there being divers, whereof some of honourable quality, that do but attend the success of that motion.” His Lordship also desired some silk quilts, which were promised at the best rate they can be afforded. The Court informed that some of the committees had been summoned to the Privy Council—but were not called in respect the Prince sat in Council upon some private business—about a petition of Widow Powell and two other women against the Company, supposing that in the late treaty the Company had recovered monies from the Dutch in recompense of all losses, whereas the Dutch had utterly rejected the motion ; it was remem- EAST INDIES. 189 1623. Dec. 8. Jambi. Dec. 10. Batavia. Dec. 10. bered that Powell’s wife, having made known her poverty, had been formerly gratified, and that at her humble suit they had sent a son of hers into the Indies to their great charge, wherewith she was very thankful; but now they resolved to call home her son, and make known to the Lords the unjustness of the complaint. Letter read from Sir Heneage Finch, Recorder of the City, in behalf of Peter Bell, purser of the Eagle, for certain moneys which he claims to be due to him. The gratification to preachers for good respects forborne the last year, held fit to be likewise forborne this year. Petition of Thomas Reynolds, late purser of the Lesser James, for money disbursed by him in Ireland. Also of William Rootes and Richard Foord about the estate of Arthur Heath, a sailor, who went out in the Hart and died in the London. Report of Mr. Eyers that the arbitrators on behalf of Mrs. Baffin demanded 800Z., and would not abate above 100£.; but it was put to them whether she would accept 300Z., and they desired time to confer with her. [Threepages. Court Minute Bh., VI., pp. 301-304.] 356 . A second protest of Robert Johnson against Adrian Van- derdussen. They are again forced to proceed against him; for when the first protest was delivered he scornfully threw it under his feet, and spurned it from him, saying his masters were more able to buy pepper at ten ryals the picul than ours at eight; and as once when a difference happened between their people although he did the wrong, he sent forth his people (the cause unheard) and gave them charge, to kill, stick, and slay all the English. In regard of these wrongs they protest they may not, without apparent danger, longer trust to such dealings, and that the loss, hurt, or damage arising thereby is the fault of Yanderdussen. [One page. O.C., Vol. X., Xo. 1126.] 357 . John Brooke to the East India Company. By the Lesser James and Palsgrave he advised them (to his great grief) of the loss of the Trial, and that the Roebuck escaped narrowly. The 29th of October last the President and Council sent him upon discovery in the Little Rose, and he was “ wanting ” some 18 days. The river of Chamysoare upon Sumatra and Great Bessee are very good places, but Sabacoare he likes not so well. Hopes his draughts of these places will give them great content. The President and Council have made him Capt. Robert Adams’ successor, commander of the Moon, of which he hopes to make a sufficient ship to go home in November next; and the President has promised to go home in her. The Moon must be careened. “ He left his wife furnished for 30 months, but now his time will be some 18 months more, so intreats them to let her have 60£. more. Has lost them one ship, but hopes he shall save them two by industry, care, and pains. Endorsed, “ John Brooke, &c., concerning his search of a place to fortify in, &c.” [One page. O.C., Vol., X., No. 1127.] 358 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Mr. De la Ban- presented Mr. Bartholomew Jaquin, a stranger, who offered a project for making fresh water from salt [water], with or without fire : the Court remembered that their ships carry sometimes 100 tons of water, and answered that if the project proves feasible they will both 190 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. Dec. 11 to 1624, Jan. 9. 1623? entertain it, and gratify the inventor. Questions to Capt. Blythe con¬ cerning Ormuz ; he is of opinion that the Persian Governor truly intended to hold friendship with the English, for Ormuz is not tenable without the help of shipping; ships may ride in great safety close under the walls of the castle, and the Company have houses allotted them in Ormuz of great capacity and conveniency ; that the Persian having had experience of our faithful dealing will be loving and kind to our nation; the island is no fertile place but is supplied from other parts ; English cloth is in little use there; at Christmas is the fittest time to set out from hence to Surat and Persia. He protested that 700 books of calicoes, 8 hhds. of pepper, and 100 wt. of indigo were all the goods he brought home, and expected the reward promised for bringing his ship so far without touching by the way; the Court answered that he can in no sort challenge the reward, for he stayed at Portsmouth, where not only his own goods, but a far greater quantity by means of his evil example, were conveyed ashore. He offered to submit himself, but for some good reasons the Court forebore to conclude with him at that time. Errors in the pursers’ accounts ; cattle bought without vouchers, and no accounts for passengers, whereof they have sometimes 100 at a time. Letter from the Countess of Kildare to borrow the Company’s house at Deptford, there to entertain her poor neighbours of Deptford in the Christmas timethe Court remembered some favours done by her Ladyship, and were content to pleasure her with the house until Candlemas; an inventory to be taken of the goods left in the house. Letter from Sir William Bird, judge of the prerogative court to stay the estate of John Harrett, because it is now in question before him whether the pretended executor John Sympson be lawfully authorised; ordered that stay should be made accord¬ ingly. Gregory Clement engaged as a factor for seven years, at 100 marks per annum for the first three years, and 100£. for the other four. Francis Smith, a young boy, entertained to go as “ a yonker,” at 8s. per month. The secretary to write to Mr. Browning of Ipswich to entreat him to cause James Beversham to come up forthwith, or they will take a course to fetch him by authority. [Four 'pages and a half. Court Minute Booh, VI., pp. 329-333.] 359 . Examinations of John Weddall, Richard Blythe, Charles Clevenger, Gamaliel Embrey, surgeon of the London, and Jas. Bever¬ sham. Concerning the value of the prizes taken by the East India Company’s ships under their command, Portuguese and Chinese ; also the value of the spoil at the taking of Ormuz, in diamonds, jewels, chains of gold, plate, monies, &c. Capt. Weddall says it was between 22,000 1. and 25,000 1. [Sixteen pages, with marginal notes in the handwriting of Ed. Nicholas. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 84.] 360 . “ Propositions concerning the profits to be raised to his Majesty from the island of Ormuz.” The King of Persia cannot hold Ormuz one year without aid by sea, and it is doubted whether that King or our merchants have possession of it now ; it is reported that the latter, upon the taking of Ormuz, had the customs of that island and half the spoil. The customs were worth to the King of Spain 400,000£. per annum [sic], and would be again if merchants EAST INDIES. 191 1623? might traffic in safety. It is said that our merchants now make 100,00(K per annum of the customs. Six men of war and 200 men in the castle under a governor, at a cost of about 50,000£. per annum will defend the island against the Spaniard. No fear of the Portugals hut two months in the year. All customs from other nations will come into his Majesty’s coffers. The King of Persia should he moved to deliver up Ormuz to his Majesty, under certain conditions, and it should then be the mart town for our merchants. [.Endorsed as above. One page. East Indies, Vol. II. No. 85.] 1623 ? 361 . Petition of Thomazin Powell, with 30 other poor distressed widows, to Viscount Mandeville, President of the Privy Council. Set forth the loss of their husbands’ and children’s lives and goods, violently taken from them at the Moluccas by the Hollanders. The Council promised that as the States of Holland gave the merchants satisfaction, so the merchants should give the petitioners satisfaction, who were thereupon referred to the Trinity House [see ante, No. 292], and thence to the Admiralty Court to produce proof of their losses. Sir Henry Marten, Judge of the Admiralty, will allow them nothing but wages, out of which deductions are made by the East India Company. Pray for further relief, as being ready to starve and destitute of all comfort. [Domestic Corresp., Jac I, Vol. CXXIV., No. 105, Cal. p. 329.] 1623? 1623. Dec. 12. 362 . Abstract of divers petitions and complaints against the Dutch for wrongs done in the East Indies. The names of the petitioners are as follow, viz. :— Chambers, Marie. Cobb, Eliz. Coke, Katherine. Cowley, Barbara. Echill, Sam. Garlick, Eliz. Greene, John. Grice, Ann. Howlett, Bobt. Johnson, Marie. Jourdain, Charles. Jourdain, John (deed.). Knight, Alice. -[Fiuo pages. East Indies, Vol. Lambert, Gartwright. Langram, Susan. May, Margaret. May, Thomasine. Meade, Valentine. Miller, Marie. Powell, Thomasin. Rickman, Priscilla. Selbie, Maudlin. Thomson, Martha. Tucker, John. Vinney, Susan. Watkins, Nat. II., No. 86.] 363 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Great sums of money having been brought to account for fresh victuals expended aboard their ships outward bound, and the former allowance having been an occasion to draw a great number of strangers aboard to the Company’s great charge; ordered that no fresh victuals shall be thenceforth allowed after they are once past Tilbury Hope. The Lord Treasurer, desiring to buy 40 or 50 silk quilts, ordered that he shall have them at 61. per quilt. An offer of Dutch merchants to buy 325 bales of silk at 22s. per lb.; accepted on certain conditions, but to be kept secret. The project for fresh water to be made of salt water, and what recompence will be fit to be given to the inventor re- 192 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. ferred to another time. Concerning the sufficiency of Henry (George, in the margin ) Wheatley, mate in the Jonas. Examination of Capt. Weddall, as to the value of the goods taken at Ormuz; he said he esteemed them at 20,000£., “ but that the service stood the Com¬ pany, one way and another, in three times that valuefurther that he had received summons to attend the Lord Admiral; the Court advised him to deal clearly and to make true answer to anything that shall be demanded of him. In reference to the complaint of Widow Powell and others to the Council their Lordships have ordered that according to such payment as the Dutch have agreed to make to the English for pillage, the Company shall make restitution to the mariners that lost their goods and no otherwise ; the Court remembered that in the late treaty, the motion being made before the Lords, the Dutch rejected the same, and as for Powell’s widow, she had received money at several times, and the Company had sent her son into the Indies to ease her (though able to do them no service), but since she has become so troublesome it was now re¬ solved to send for him home again. Committee appointed to attend the Lords and give them satisfaction concerning that business. Complaint of Messrs. Moore and Buggins, servants to the clerks of the Council, that they have not been considered for services in the late treaty; to be gratified with 20s. each. The Lord Treasurer to be moved about the exportation of calicoes. The Company’s secretary to be present at the meeting of the Generality concerning Mr. Prusson. Report ef the committee appointed to consider the purser’s book of the Jonas ; that they find no vouchers, and it is a common thing for pursers to deliver such accounts ; ordered that all masters and pursers be at the Court on Wednesday next, where they shall be reproved and admonished : some of opinion that if one of the pursers be removed, the rest will be warned. [Three pages and a half. Court Minute Booh, VI., pp. 304-308.] Dec. 12. 364. Protest by John Goninge, Richard Welden, and George Bruen, Batavia. by order of President Thomas Brockedon, against the Dutch General, Pieter de Carpentier and Council. That they have to the uttermost of their power inviolably kept the articles of the treaty of 1619 concerning the general trade, but that the Netherlanders have wilfully violated and broken the most material and important articles of which the English have often complained in vain, and have long laboured to reconcile and reform. They will in this instrument only insert the chief heads of their complaints, and so leave them to the consideration of competent judges. First, the Netherlanders exact custom in Batavia against the fourth article, and in Banda constrain the English to pay excise, and will not suffer them to make sale of slaves. Secondly, they protest against the intolerable exactions of the Nethelanders in the Moluccas, Am- boyna, and Banda, under pretence of maintenance of garrison and fortification, the English Company being forced to pay twice as much as they are bound by the contract; all which abuses they collected into 36 articles and delivered to the Dutch General on 9 January last (see ante, No. 236). Thirdly, they protest against the Netherlanders assuming legal authority over all the subjects of the King, and EAST INDIES. 193 1623. subjecting them to seizures, bodily punishments, and confiscations, “ and of late Harman Van Speult, your Governor of Amboyna, after he had with most unsufferable and hellish torments, not heretofore heard of amongst Christians, forced certain Japans to accuse our people of treason, and then with the like torments constrained our people to confess such impossible conspiracies as no mortal enemy of our nation would ever have believed, so that the very heathen did exclaim and wonder at those cruel procedings, and last of all proceeded to the barbarous execution of Capt. Gabriel Towerson and nine others, factors and assistants of his Maj. subjects in Amboyna,” which said execution the General and his Council have approved, and have denied the English copies of the examinations and forced confessions. Fourthly, that the Netherlanders restrain them from the commerce of Bantam, being the main pillar of all their (the English) employments in these parts, notwithstanding their protest of 25 June last, wherein they amply confuted the vain pretences of the Netherlanders to the contrary, who still declare their resolution to oppose the English going to Bantam by force of arms, whereby the English remain destitute of cheap lading, and are constrained to procure pepper elsewhere at intolerable rates ; that the Nether- land’s committee make a show of besieging Bantam for their own ends, those of Bantam having egress and regress as freely as ever they had in times of peace, and the Netherlanders using all means to provoke them to bring pepper aboard their ships and suffer others to go and come under their free passes ; only the English are debarred; that the Netherlanders suffer the Chinese freely to buy pepper brought from Bantam, and at Sangora and Ligor the English are prohibited trade under pretence of a contract made with the King before the articles of Accord, which is expressly against the meaning thereof. Fifthly, that by the 10th article of the treaty, the defence was chiefly to be employed for gaining the trade of China, to which end the English had set forth two stout fleets for the Manillas in company with the Netherlanders; notwithstanding the Netherlands General dispeeded a great fleet to surprise Macao, and failing there have fortified the Piscadores, hoping thereby to gain the trade of China to themselves, for Capt. Clevenger arriving before Macao in the Palsgrave, offered to land his forces in the same attempt with the Dutch, but their commander, Reyerssen, scornfully rejected Capt. Clevenger’s assistance, saying the exploit was for their own Company alone, and the English had no interest therein. Sixthly, that in the fleet, by joint consent set forth for the coast of Goa and Mozambique, in 1622, Admiral Jacob Dedell, in contempt of his commission, and against the will and consent of Capt. Humphrey Fitzherbert, sent away two of his ships about private merchandizing to the Red Sea, which proved the utter overthrow of the voyage; for when they came before Mozambique with three English and two Dutch ships they met three caracs and a galleon, exceeding rich, the Viceroy being in person, and had taken them all if their forces had been united, whereas they only got a small sum of ryals out of a carac they sunk. And the more to confirm Admiral Dedell’s faithless and obstinate proceedings both commanders agreed to sail from Choul, and the English fleet accordingly went there and lay there almost a month; but Dedell N 194 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. sailed directly for Surat about the particular affairs of his master’s, and meantime another carac and galleon arrived safely in Goa, “ which double dealing of you of the Netherlands Company hath given us just cause to, to suspect your sincerity in such actions of defence,” or rather offensive war, seeing your performance extends no further than makes for your particular ends and benefits. Seventh, that they refuse to deliver up to us the island of Poolo- roon absolutely, according to Article 9 of the Accord, but with restrictions and limitations, and having formerly put to death all the inhabitants under the pretence of treason, refuse to let the English people the island. Lastly, that the General of the Nether¬ lands’ Company on yV August 1623, protested against the English for not continuing “ those hostile and offensive exploits shadowed under the name of necessary common defence ; but the premises being seriously weighed, namely, their appropriating the trade of China, their exactions and bloody executions in the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda, their opposing free commerce with Bantam, Sangora, &c., and their faithless dealing in the common defence, who can justly blame the English for refusing to unite in exploits where their trade is no way opposed. Therefore the President and Council in behalf of the English Company protest against the Netherlands Company, and their General and committees in parti¬ cular, for all the losses and damages sustained by the English Company, and more particularly against their usurpation of power and authority over the subjects of our gracious Sovereign, and for those indignities drawn upon him by their “ reproachful oppressions, barbarous executions, and confiscationsagainst their unjust exac¬ tions in the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda (a principal cause that they are constrained to desist from trade there); their refusal to deliver Pooloroon, according to agreement and the articles; their opposition of free commerce at Bantam and elsewhere ; their advan¬ tageous and cautelous proceedings in remote defence or rather offensive war; and more particularly for all losses sustained by the sinister practices of Admirall Dedell, and for the attempt against Macao and fortification of the Piscadores, without their knowledge and consent. Also, they disclaim the charge pretended for the siege of Bantam, and refuse to join in any action otherwise than is expressed in their former Act. Endorsed, “ Received in London 29 May 1624, out of Holland, by the Pinnace Hazewindt.” A copy of this paper was inclosed by Sec. Conway to Carleton in letter of 25 June 1624 see ante No. 364. [Eight pages. East Indies, Vol. II., No. 71.] Dec. 12. 365. Copy of the latter part of the above protest. Imperfect. Four pages. The following memorandum is added in Latin : “ This schedule was shown to Jeremiah Sambrook the 24th July 1654, and mention is made thereof in his deposition given on the part of the Anglo-Indian Company before the Anglo-Dutch Commissioners, Guilh. Chrymes in the presence of John Theod. Borchloon.” [ O.C. Vol. X., No. 1128.] Dec. 13. 366. President Thomas Brockedon to William Hallidaie, Governor Batavia. 0 f the East India Company. Whereas in several private letters to EAST INDIES. 195 1G23. their President deceased, the Governor gave order for examination of divers offences, whereof Augustine Spaldinge was accused more than a year before, Spalding made request to the President and Council, that they would examine the matter, and give certificate to the Company if they found him guiltless ; and finding after exami¬ nation that most part of those matters whereof ho was accused were false, a certificate was delivered to him, copy whereof is sent here¬ with {wanting). From private trade he cannot wholly clear himself, but that he should drive so prejudicial a trade as is reported is most untrue. The order for suppressing private trade shall not want their endeavours to execute so far forth as they may. In reference to his own employment; has often been a suitor for license to return for England ; his covenanted time was but five years, but was content to stay one year longer. Cannot conceive a fitter man for “ this prime place of President,” than Henry Hawley. Is sorry his poor endeavors have not given the Company content, but entreats his favorable construction in such matters wherein he has failed, and imputes the same to the many businesses heaped upon him by the death of the President. Hopes he will not construe amiss his resolution to return next year. The factors in Jambi, Japan, Siam, and Patani are not yet arrived, nor have they given account as they ought, but next year he intends to balance up the general accounts. Sends by Spaldinge a “ Caccatoa ” to his worship, and a China bedstead to Mr. William Freeman, legacies from Mr. Fursland. Prays that, seeing he is des¬ titute of friends, he will take him into his protection. [Two pages. Endorsed, “By the Exch[ange].” O.G., Vol. X., Xo. 1129.] Dec. ? 367 . Thomas Brockedon, Aug. Spaldinge, Henrie Hawley, and (Batavia.) John Goninge to Robert Johnson and the rest of the merchants at Jambi. Stevinton’s letters and accounts sent by the Moon, came to their hands the 30th October, and they were not a little grieved to understand the great leak sprung upon the Moon, whereby her intended voyage for England is made void. They,take notice of the great trouble caused of their unruly people; Powell they will call to account for his “ beastly fault.” Are sorry to understand of their continual trouble and danger by “ that perverse king and people ”; all which might be easily remedied if the Dutch did not so ob¬ stinately oppose their going for Bantam, the want of which trade constrains them to suffer more indignities than were otherwise tolerable. Can prescribe no certain order to redress or prevent those abuses, but they must make no breach with the King, or give over trade there, for the Company exceedingly press for returns which must chiefly come from Jambi, seeing Bantam continues shut and small hope of alteration without further order from Europe. If they think it needful for security to keep on board a ship before the town, and out of her to make sale of their commodities, hold it not amiss, so it may be done without giving offence to the King. If no fair courses may prevail with him, and he is obstinately bent to overthrow their trade and endanger their lives, then refer it to them to prevent his mischievous purposes in the best manner they may. The Coast and Surat ships not yet arrived, wherefore they will dispeed the Rose with such cloth as they advise for. If they can n 2 196 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. not put off the Japan silver, let it be sent to them. Intend to give John Bailey his deserts; when bodily punishment will not restrain the unruliness of their people, they should be punished in the purse by fines, for which the Company has given full authority. The Diamond, the Abigail, which long since is sent to the coast of Sumatra, and the Roebuck all draw too much water to go over the bar at Jambi. Concerning the price of pepper; our masters com¬ plain exceedingly of the high price. Require that they “ inviolably observe ” their agreement with the Dutch. To bring pepper lower than 61 ryals the picul they hold it not convenient. To use the pinnace Spy to carry their goods and monies up the river. Weak¬ ness of the Dutch in the Straits of Malacca. Do not a little wonder that there should be such great difference betwixt his (Johnson’s) accounts and Stevinton’s ; he had done well to have sent back Jonas [Colbach]. The Unity arrived lately from Tecoe with pepper, and upon advice of Mr. Man, &c. they dispeeded the Discovery and Abigail thither. Daily expect the Elizabeth and Reformation laden from Acheen. In want of their accounts, for the Company require an inventory of all their stock in India. Wax from Japara is very dear; they need buy no quantity. They cannot send a ship to Malacca on purpose to carry the Portugals to their own doors. They did well to put Oliver Strank from his stewardship. Johnson’s request to come from Jambi upon the Anne and so for England they have granted, and have sent Thomas Staverton to succeed him as principal, to whom the goods, monies, provisions, moveables, slaves, &c. belonging to the Company are to be delivered by inven¬ tory, to be subscribed by Staverton and Bogan. All debts standing may be acknowledged before the King or Sabander, and a distinction be made between good and desperate debts. Have determined to lade the Moon’s pepper aboard the Royal Exchange, and hope to have the Elizabeth from Acheen to dispeed for England in her company. Instructions as to the employment of the Coaster, the Bear, the Bee, and the Rose. Hold it dangerous to send one ship for England alone, because of the abundance of pirates lurking in all places. Have sent three chests of money and other goods. Hope to furnish them plentifully with cloth. Two assistants go with Mr. Staverton, viz., Robert Randall and Richard Croft. Desire they furnish themselves plentifully, having such choice, and send hither the unprofitable drones that they may be sent for England. To communicate their letters to Thomas Staverton, and take his advice in all matters of consequence. Send a Portugal captain whose ship was taken by the Coaster, having given him his liberty on promise to use his uttermost endeavours to obtain the release of our people at Malacca. Our employers have after much trouble concluded with the Dutch for matter of restitution, and are in hand to frame certain orders for reglement of trade in these parts ; it is high time, for as it now stands our masters must needs be great losers. Have de¬ livered Staverton a commission for government of the Company’s servants in Jambi both ashore and aboard the ships, and certain orders from England, strictly to be observed. Express order was sent by the Anne to- seize the estate of Tho. Turner, purser of the ship, whose dishonest practices at the taking of the caracs are made EAST INDIES. 197 1G23. more manifest, and yet Johnson advises nothing of what he has done. Require him to put that order in execution as lie will answer the contrary. Hope they will procure the Anne’s lading so that she may be dispeeded for England this year. Postscript .—President Richard Fursland departed this life the 18th October last, to the inestimable loss of our employers. [Six pages. O.C., Vol. X., Xo. 1153.] Dec. 14. 368. Thomas Brockedon, Henrie Hawley, and John Goninge to Batavia. the East India Company. Their last was of the 9th of February by the Palsgrave (see ante, Xo. 264), since which time the Abigail, Roebuck, Hart, and Coaster have arrived ; the Abigail making a long passage, whereby she lost seven men. Through the deep lading of the Roebuck she narrowly escaped the same rock where the Trial was cast away. She lost four men. The Hart lost but three men. By the passages of these three ships it appears that in that southerly latitude of 40° the winds are most constant and strong from May till October. The Coaster lost two men. About 500 leagues short of the Cape she took a Portugal vessel of 150 tons after a doubtful fight of 12 hours; this vessel, which was “ so spoiled in fight” as to be unable to proceed for India, came out of Lisbon with three caracs, three galleons, and another vessel, for the regaining of Ormuz; she had 86 men in her, but nothing of value. The captain and nine men were brought to this place. At Saldanha Bay the Abigail met the Lesser James in company of her consort the Dutch Lioness and the Maid of Dort; the Roebuck met the London, Jonas, and Lion, all well. The Hart found letters of the arrival of General Coen at the Cape, but the Palsgrave was not arrived, though more than three months from this place. Have received the full number of chests of ryals, lead, and provisions, according to invoice ; also several letters, “ the book of the tractate, articles of agreement for restitution, the King’s Commission, decla¬ rations,” &c. Will endeavour in future to be as perspicuous as they can in all important matters. The satisfaction required by the Company for the murder of George Cokayne cannot with justice be performed upon the Chinese, for those who committed that vile fact were not men of any account, but rogues, who after they had acted their bloody villany fled to Malacca. Besides, your worships have found by experience how the Dutch here have handled us for meddling with the Chinese in a case more clear than this; and though you write us we should not be deterred by them, yet when you shall understand their late abominable and detestable proceedings against your servants in Amboyna, we doubt not but you will confess that we have reason to beware how we incur their unlimited tyrannous injustice. For those of Cheribon the case is the same ; for the Clove in her last voyage brought in a praw of that place, but General Coen “ in a kind of between entreat¬ ing and threatening fashion ” sent to wish us to deliver over the praw and men ; and had we not granted his will, we well per¬ ceived he was resolved to have forced us with disgrace to have released them, so that we must forbear to meddle with them until by strong power and authority from our Sovereign we may be freed 198 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. from the yoke we are now subjected under. Concerning the benefit of trading in Sangora and Ligor, will best be able to relate, when the Bee shall return from Siam. Remarks on the Company’s view of ordering the trade in conjunction with the Dutch in the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda ; answer the points referred to them by the Company, which they say are worthy of better consideration : they were not so well experienced as they could have wished, and had none to direct them but their competitors, the Dutch, unto whom the Company referred them for information. Conceived that some things in their agreement would be to their prejudice, yet found not sufficient reasons for them to break off with the Dutch, and not make trial of that trade ; whereas if they had refused to join, the Dutch might justly have complained and protested against them for breach of the articles. Are now better acquainted with the manner of trade in those parts; in reference to the “ fruits ” which are yearly reaped and the charges : the manner of growing and receiving cloves is once a year. Their debts come not in so speedily as they supposed, and they can get nothing but frivolous answers from the Dutch. The stock sent to those factories was not sufficient, but if Dutch had suffered them to pay their third of the charges as them¬ selves did (viz., in cloth and victuals), one third part of that might have been advanced to the Company’s profit. Hope the Company will receive full satisfaction for the sums they can prove the Dutch have unjustly extorted for them. Yielded conditionally to the clothing and feeding of the soldiers by the Dutch with their own provisions. Under pretext of necessary cloths and victuals, the Dutch pay the soldiers their whole wages therein, and thereby defeat the Company of the vent of their merchandize, contrary to the articles of agreement. Acknowledge it to be very needful that a limited number of soldiers be established by the Council on both sides for the several garrisons, but the Dutch will not suffer them to meddle or make herein, which notwithstanding it be absolutely contrary to the articles of accord, yet in this and all other matters of importance their wills are laws, and by their forces they do and will so maintain it, without regard either to reason, justice, or equity ; which may also be applied to Coen’s going in person to the Moluccas, where the Company say he ought not to have undertaken any such service before he had propounded it to the Council; it is most certain he made them not acquainted for what place and pur¬ pose he intended his forces, though he said all men knew he went for Banda. Concerning trade in the Moluccas ; will deal as cautel- ously with the Dutch as they may, and hold them to the articles of the treaty, but to reduce them to conformity and concurrence with themselves in that trade is utterly impossible. To prevent all wrongs there is but one way, and that is wholly to separate our¬ selves from them. Wherefore have begun to give over that trade, and have just cause wholly to relinquish it except other order come from the Company. Reasons why the Company’s project of sending a ship for the Red Sea from Masulipatam cannot be effected in so short a time as they conceived; have written to the factors there to advise them what goods are fitting for such a voyage. In reply to the Company’s order that they yield no conformity to the usurped EAST INDIES. 199 1623. sovereignty of the Dutch, but protest against all their proceedings ; they heartily wish the Company had sent them such orders from the King as might have freed them from that intolerable yoke, for until such absolute power come they have no hope to obtain remedy. Perceive the slow proceedings of the Dutch Commissioners ; but if the Company had rightly weighed the desperate state they now stand in, they would have found it most needful to have sent sufficient order before all other business, to release and free them from such mischievous and devilish practices against their persons and affairs. Are in hope to receive orders for their freedom, and in the interim commit themselves to God, who hath hitherto preserved them out of the jaws of those more fell than lions. The Dutch have at least 16 ships on the coast of China and at their fort of the Piscadores, but if any good be done they will let the Company have no share in their achievements. The English factors have not sufficient capacity to prevent the manifold deceits, fraudulent tricks, and circumventions of the Dutch. Some more resolute and discreet should be appointed to undertake the great charge the Company has, contrary to the writer’s desire, put upon them. Have not been wronged by the Dutch in the matter of their joint consultations, as the Company conceived ; but confess they (the English) have not taken the place of precedence which every other month is due to them in regard of the greatness and sovereign power in this place of the Dutch. Do not repent in this, but if they have done wrong ask pardon for their ignorance and error (if any be com¬ mitted). The Company’s blame of them concerning Capt. Fitz- herbert is undeserved ; have always given him his due respect, and he had little cause to write that he was your water-bailif, for never man of his place did less in that charge. If not admitting him in the Council of Defence were the cause of his discontent, they only followed the Company’s orders. After his return from the Moluccas, where he was appointed principal for directing those affairs, he was admitted one of the Council of Defence, but how little help they had from him, himself well knew ; “ more we could say concerning him, but being dead we leave him.” Having now better help of writers, they will send in future double copies of their letters by the Dutch ships. Plainly perceive by “ the book of the tractate ” sent to them the Company’s sincere and royal proceedings with the Dutch Commissioners in handling the differences which “ our lordlike competitors here will never be brought to, as derogating from their greatness.” The Company seem to be very jealous that there should not be faithful dealing in the buying of diamonds ; those that bought them are since returned to England, and can best answer for themselves, and clear suspicion. Have written to the factors at Masulipatam that if the mine be open again they may see “ how you were opinion’d and what you will have further performed in pro¬ viding greater quantities of that commodity.” The Bezoars received of George Ball were belonging to the old joint stock. Cannot excuse Robert Johnson’s irregular courses, yet cannot “ miss him in that factory ” ; hope he will make amends for what he hath done amiss, for the misery of that place (Jambi) is such that not one new comer in ten can have his health there. Smelt’s many debts will hardly 200 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. satisfy what he owes the Company; both his brothers are dead at Amboyna. Concerning dead men’s estates. The want of good car¬ penters is exceeding great; not the fourth of those sent know any¬ thing what belongs thereto, nor indeed ever were of that profession. Will endeavour to reform the “ vain and idle shooting of powder.” Do not marvel they found many of the pursers’ accounts so confused ; many that could scarce write, much less keep any formal account, have been employed. The death and removing of pursers for their insufficiency is a principal cause of this disorder. They take notice of the reducing of both stocks into one; the “ implements at the factory of Japan of small value, and the houses there will be seized on by the Kings or must be left at the coming away of the factors from Japan, Patani, and Siam, so that little or nothing will be made of them. There were no anchors remaining at Jacatra when the Dutch sacked the Company’s house there, nor any other goods or provisions. Their accounts by the Star will make plain they had no great stock remaining, the want thereof was the cause the Com¬ pany had no more returns. The adventurers if they had rightly understood the state of their affairs in these parts, and how their stock was employed, would have small cause to fall into admiration and never enter into consideration of the charges they are at by entring into that new defensive or rather offensive business with the Hol¬ landers, and how the Hollanders sent out as much money in one year as they did in three. As for the reports that the pursuit of pleasure by most of the factors, and the negligence and improvidence of the rest, has been the cause of their small returns, can prove the contrary. Are glad to hear that the Hart, Roebuck, Charles, Star, and Eagle arrived safely, and hope that the other three ships from Surat, with the James and Palsgrave, are since arrived also safely, and will again add some life unto their declining* affairs. Their uttermost endea- vors shall not be wanting to send returns, but if their potent enemies the Dutch forcibly cross their designs, it lies not in their powers to remedy it. Have not yet absolutely accounted with the Dutch for the freight of monies and goods, but doubt not they will be brought to more reason. Have proceeded with their resolution according to the Company’s desires to withdraw their ships from the Manilla fleets. It is most true that the Dutch in those exploits intend chiefly conquest and sovereignty, and “ the issue on your part cannot be other than the consumption of your ships and ruin of your stocks, than which the Dutch desire nothing more.” On account of the proceedings of Admiral Dedell, so faithless and contrary to the meaning of his commission on his last voyage and exploit at Mozam¬ bique, to the inestimable loss of both Companies, as may appear by their declaration, they have utterly refused to join in a second exploit for Goa, or in any other like exploits of those remote defen¬ sive or rather offensive wars in places where they have no trade or residence, until their losses by Dedell be first repaired and their freedoms restored, according to the articles of agreement, yet in cause of just defence their utmost forces ever are and shall be in readiness. Send copies of the demands of the Dutch committees and their replication. The business of Admiral Dedell was here referred to the committees of both Companies, but they found the EAST INDIES. 201 1G23. Dutch so obstinate in maintaining Dedell’s actions that this business could not be brought to any conclusion, but is referred to Europe. The opinion that the Company shall receive good recompence for the damages they sustained on the voyage. The whole proceedings are at large declared in a book herewith sent. One thing only they will note, that Michael Green charges the Admiral with G3 bags of money received by him for which he gives no account. In reference to their supplies of money and the factories at Acheen and Jambi, cannot find they have sent monies to many unprofitable factories as the Company write ; how long it was before the Company despatched any supply is best known to themselves, but it pleased God to send relief before any came from the Company, and again to put life into their affairs, then at the last gasp, the like whereof they hope shall never befall them. The supplies now sent had come as happily as they could have wished for buying pepper at Bantam; if their mali¬ cious friends, or rather enemies, the Dutch, would consent they might go thither to open trade, which would not be denied [by the King of Bantam] ; but the Dutch, seeking to confirm their sovereignty in this place, delay them with slight reasons and trivial excuses. The Dutch are well content with what their masters have fraudulently obtained from you for one year’s pretended charges of their lying before Bantam, and hope of the like for the next year. The proceedings of the French in Roanne with the Dutch. What was done jointly could not be less, except free trade should have been permitted them at Bantam. See no reason why the French have to question the Company for it. Concerning the seeking a convenient harbour for security of the Company’s shipping; there are manifold difficulties, for they are certainly assured the Kings will oppose with all their power the English fortifying in any part of their dominions. Sent by the Charles draughts of the principal forts in the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda. If they intend to have forts there, those of most importance are best worth the demanding and keeping, viz., the fort in Amboyna, the fort Neira upon Banda, and the fort at Malaya. Are of opinion that the Netherlands com¬ mittees never intended the Company should have any footing in any of their dominions ; wherefore it were much better to separate from them upon any conditions. Will observe the cautions and limitations the Company have prescribed in the power given to them of increasing wages to men of desert. Are sorry they are not thought to have deserved increase of salary as well as others, but as they intend to come home shortly, will rest contented. Have admitted Henry Hawley to be one of the Council of Defence, and wish the Company had sent two or three such men ; but the number of factories being reduced, will not need so many new men as formerly. Death of John Povey, master’s mate of the Abigail, but entertained master carpenter on 29th Sept. The Globe, Fortune, and Clove all so rotten they can swim no longer, and the Peppercorn and Bear must also be laid up. Hector’s Island more commodious than Japara for trimming ships. The late bloody executions of the Dutch in the Moluccas give us just cause to abandon that trade, notwithstanding your order to the contrary, which we doubt not you will approve. The Danish ship went from the coast of Pulicat 202 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. but half laden with pepper, and left divers of their people and 36 pieces of ordnance in pawn till means are received from Denmark. The wormwood wine is thought very wholesome drink outward bound. Thos. Batten died in the Exchange in the exploit for Goa and Mozambique. The Dutch, false to all agreements made with them, to bring down the excessive price of pepper. Mr. Methwold gone home in the Palsgrave. Ambergris and Sanguis Draconis very seldom to be had. Will forbear any further investments in calicoes. The Pulicat powder is not so good as Thos. Mills advised; it will not keep, being ill-corned, and grows into clods. The Dutch lade home quantities of saltpetre yearly from thence. Copy of ledger of the general books is sent herewith ; are exceedingly troubled with the imperfect accounts received from all subordinate factories, especially in the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda. The surgeon’s provisions and “ phisical drugs ” would be much more beneficial if there were a sufficient man to administer them ; more need of a physician than a surgeon; and the one at present here, named Bradshaw, is such a continual drunkard that nothing can reclaim him, so that though he have reasonable skill, that beast-like vice overthrows all his other good parts. Will give special charge to the homeward-bound ships to be prepared “ against the invasion of that cursed crew of pirates.” The obstinacy of the Dutch the reason pepper is not cheap. The exceeding low price given by the Company for nuts (nutmegs) in Banda makes the people neglect curing them as scarce worth their labour. Have given orders for procuring a good parcel of diamonds of the coast, if the mine be open. Will make the best use they may of the final accord for restitution from the Dutch. Touching the first article, will attend their further order about transporting the Netherlanders’ goods in their ships for Europe. As to the second article, they have not received any of their ships from the Hollanders, more than the Star, for they utterly refuse unfurnished ships, perceiving how prejudicial it would be to the Company’s affairs to take them. The Solomon and Defence were laid up for wrecks at Banda. Concerning the spices taken by the Dutch at Lantar ; demanded the like quantity from them in Batavia, but were refused. Were never made acquainted by the Dutch General with “ that service of Lantar.” It is impossible to have restitution of Pooloroon in the same state as it was taken by the Dutch, according to the ninth article, for the Dutch (under colour of treason) have murdered all the people of the island, the most part with exceeding torments, so that there is not one of the naturals left. Are persuaded that the people of Banda, who are fled to Seran (? Ceram) would repair to the English at Pooloroon if they would undertake their protection; but the Dutch would use all opposition possible ; however, will demand Pooloroon from the Dutch. If they think good to fortify there to any purpose the charges will be great, for the Bandanese are an idle people, and will not be brought to work at any hand, and it were needful that agreement be made with the Dutch. Pooloroon is a good island, and in time will yield good benefit, if not molested by the Dutch ; if the Company are resolved to fortify there it were needful that agreement be made with the Dutch. Cannot learn that any ryals were given the Company’s EAST INDIES. 203 1623. people out of the fort (Jacatra), but certain Japan plate was given to Denton, and one chest of plate to Sir Tho. Dale, as a present from the Dutch, hoping thereby to have the better usage from him. Are persuaded the Dutch will not be able to prove that any of our people received anything but of mere gift. Send the book of charges of the fort of Pulicat; began 13 June 1620. In several writings against the Dutch, mentioned in the book of defence, have at large declared the reasons moving them to depart from Pulicat. Cannot sufficiently marvel that the Company write they have contributed 8,000Z. towards the pretended charges of the siege of Bantam, for in writings delivered to the Dutch General they have sufficiently proved the Company to be no way liable, and have disclaimed all past and future charges. Have had occasion to handle this point at large with the Dutch, copies whereof are herewith sent in the book of defence, which they entreat may be seriously perused. What their endeavours have been to open the trade of Bantam, and how strongly opposed by the Dutch, will also plainly appear. Would have been very glad to have received “ an absolute and authentic reglement for trade.” The Dutch much slight the copies sent, not being sub¬ scribed ; so that until there be further order and confirmation of them, are like to enjoy no benefit thereby. Have good cause to desist from joining with the Dutch in offensive wars; refer to their consultations and the handling of the matter with Dedel. Concern¬ ing the Dutch forcing payment of the garrisons with victuals and apparel; must have yielded to them or have had no trade in those parts ; neither yet are like to have, unless they continue to contribute to their unreasonable exactions and subject themselves to their bloody tyranny. Have handled at large the Dutch General’s pro¬ ceedings in taking Banda in their answers to the Netherlanders of 5th Sept. ; it was a great neglect that our people did not protest against his proceedings in Banda. The Dutch have built forts upon Lantar, and to require them to demolish them might “ bring our persons in danger for meddling with their sovereignty.” Have sent the Rose with John Brook to search out the most convenient place to fortify in. It is not strange that the Dutch have great advantage in their consultations; themselves proceeding in all sincerity accord¬ ing to the contract, whereas the Dutch contrarywise. If the writ¬ ings now sent be seriously perused concerning the common defence, besieging of Bantam, their desistance from the trade of Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda, their complaints against Dedell, and answers to the writings of the Dutch, are confident that the advantage will not appear so great. It is worth noting that ever since they refused to yield unto all points, they could never agree on any matter of importance. The Dutch “ will have their wills or conclude nothing.” Have received the King’s commission, and will to the uttermost of their power endeavour to govern those under their command with moderation, but desire some form of law for proceeding in capital causes. The Dutch are very precise in this kind, for they have an express rule set down for punishment of all offences, from the least to the greatest. The Company’s seal-at-arms is so great they can make no use thereof, having none but hard wax. John Humphrey hath leave to go home in the first ship; continue to send home 204 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1G23. those that have been longest in the country. Will send home by every ship the tamarinds advised for. The journals and ledgers of the pursers are herewith sent, also the books of John Booth, purser of the Star. Thomas Sprake (Spragge) is long since dead, who in his lifetime was a common drunkard, and fit for no employment; he was sent from Surat with others of the like quality (“ being such as commonly that factory can afford us ”). Concerning the accounts of Robert Hayes ; can give no reason how the money was taken up by Courthope. Send herewith a journal of daily passages, beginning with the departure of the Palsgrave, 11 Feb. 1623, and continued by the late President, Richard Fursland, until 22 Sept. 1623. The 16th Oct. it pleased God to take him to his mercy, and the next day he was buried. The journal has been continued by Thomas Brockedon, who was desirous to have gone for England, but pre¬ ferring the Company’s service before his particular benefit, was con¬ tented to remain one year longer. The Goa fleet, viz., the Royal Anne, Exchange, and Diamond, arrived in this road in May and June, having in a manner made a lost voyage, through the perfidious dealing of the Dutch Admiral Dedell, chiefly by sending away two of his best ships for the Red Sea about particular merchandizing, the want whereof was the only occasion of not taking three rich caracs and one galleon. The value taken amounts to 36,591 ryals. In this, as well as in the Manilla voyages, there has been exceeding gross pilfering by the commanders as well as mariners. Michael Green, elected chief commander of the English forces after Capt. Fitz- herbert’s decease, short in his account 8,453 ryals, part given to Bartholomew Goodale, master of the Ann, and Thos. Turner, purser; have ordained his estate to be seized to the Company’s use, and send him to England to answer his demerits. Intend calling the others to account on their return from Jambi. Send certain relations against Mr. Munden in his Manilla voyage. Edmond Lenmyes, commander of the Elizabeth, accused to have embezzled great matters in his Manilla voyage ; only a small matter found at his death. Send draughts of several places in the Straits of Sunda, whereof the isle of Great Bessee is the most convenient to fortify in at small charge ; an excellent harbour, and no place better situated for trade; but without inhabitants or victuals, unless the Pengran of Bantam give his consent (of which they have little hope) the difficulties will be exceeding great, and they must bring every¬ thing in their ships from elsewhere. The late loss of the master of the Rose and five others, sent upon discovery of this business, has taught them that no trust is to be given to those barbarous people. Have motioned this matter to the Dutch, but received a doubtful answer, so cannot without further order begin any fortifica¬ tion. Their goods in no small danger of fire in straw houses; shall be constrained to build warehouses. Complain of the quality of provisions sent ; the casks so slight and thin that half the arrack and butter leaks out before it arrives. The cordage is likewise very bad. The cheeses utterly spoilt by laying in tar. Lead in pigs not so vendible as in bars, and above 30 per cent, difference in price. Broad cloth and “ fine perpetuanos of good and lively colours ” would yearly vend in these parts; also four or five mastiffs “of EAST INDIES. 205 a fair and stout kind five or six cases of strong waters (of red and yellow colours), and some fair pictures of small value very acceptable for presents. The King of Macassar is very kind to our nation, and would willingly pay for several things noted here¬ with. Send an abstract of the stock in India in all places, except Jambi, Japan, Siam, and Patani : the three latter factories dissolved. Have trimmed this year the Exchange, Ann, Pose, and Unity, and there remain to be sheathed the Moon, Puby, Bee, and Diamond; exceeding want of carpenters, the mortality very great, principally through their own disorderly drunkenness. The ships remaining in the Indies are, the Moon, Ann, Hart, Discovery, Ruby, 'Roebuck, Diamond, Coaster, Abigail, Unity, Bull, Pose, and Bee. Hope to lade the Moon and Puby for England next year, and the Ann, now at Jambi, and Discovery, on the coast of Sumatra, this year. The Coaster and Pose are sent for Jambi, the Abigail for Sumatra, and the Roebuck for Macassar, to lie out for Portugals coming from Macao. The Bear must be laid up. The Bull not yet arrived from Japan, nor the Bee from Siam. Will send the Hart, Diamond, and Unity to Acheen and the coast of Coromandel. The Clove, Supply, Fortune, Peppercorn, and Globe laid up ; the Pepper¬ corn lying at Hector’s Island for a careening ship. Have augmented the wages of the following 1 men :—Robert Johnson, long chief at Jambi, offered 120/. per annum if he would remain two years longer, but he refusing, returns for England. Thomas Staverton to remain three years at 100/. per annum and to succeed Johnson. Jolm Hutchins, clerk of the stores,jto have 50/. per annum rising 10/. for three years ; the same to Edward Chapman, who is since dead ; and to Andrew Coggins, who has served eight years and is now chief at Japara; and 51. per month to Robert Hackwell, master of the Pose, the better to encourage deserving men of his coat. Have made choice of Langton, mate in the Coaster, to succeed Povey, deceased. Others, earnest suitors, either to go home or have their wages augmented. Request of Thomas Staverton to pay two thirds of his wages, and other sums due to him from Edward Pike and Capt. Towerson to Capt. John Watts, of Matton [? Watton] in Hertfordshire ; he is an honest and sufficient man. Fursland on his death-bed much complained that he had not kept so exact account of his particular estate as was requisite ; he brought a good stock out of England, and Brockedon can witness his manner of augmenting it ; disposition of his estate ; the account for his mother sent open for the Company’s perusal. Have appointed Robert Adams commander of the Elizabeth, Capt. Lenmyes being- deceased, John Brooke, commander of the Moon, and Mr. Munden, to go home master of the Exchange under Aug. Spaldinge. Com¬ mend Richard Swanley, long time master of the Exchange, for preferment. The Danes have laden this year at the Coast about 400 tons of pepper with some calico from Denmark. The Prince of Tanjore or Naick of those parts hath often invited us to live in his country, promising great privileges and favours, and now by the Ruby is come an Englishman named Johnson, who hath lain about 18 months at the Naick’s court, “ as a pawn for the pepper first sent home by the Danes,” who reports that the Naick, having heard the English to be a peaceable nation, has a great desire that they should 206 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. trade in his dominions, wherefore have resolved to send a ship thither. The Portugals have lived long in his country, but he refuses to have the Dutch, and has demolished a fort they began at Tinegapatan, saying “ he hath heard how they encroached upon other Prince’s dominions, and therefore should not live in his.” Think it best to defer sending a ship from Masulipntam to the Red Sea until further advice from Surat, unless the expected trade for Tanjore should fail. Variations in the price of gumlac. The coast will yearly vend good quantities of coral, lead, and broad cloth. The Dutch sell great quantities of cloves, nuts, and mace there at very great profit. Have great store of Japan silver, which in vain they have tried to “ put off’,” and has much hindered their employments ; unless they can do so at the coast (of Coromandel) will be forced to send it for England. Great error committed by Denton in the accounts received from Patani. Edward Long daily expected from Siam. Have delivered Aug. Spaldinge four signets [described] of deceased men, for their wives or friends, viz., Capt. Fitzlierbert, Walter Bennett, Nicholas Ufflete, and another. Augustine Spalding goes home in the Exchange, and Richard Welden, late chief in Banda, in the Elizabeth. When he went to Amboyna he “ found our people executed your business in a confusion and the English Company much indebted; he received certain goods from the Dutch which he sold and paid the said debts, and brought all our people from thence except two men, to lie in our house until further order, affirming that he had left order with Henry Sill, in Amboyna, to accept of no goods or housing from the Dutch Governor, seeing he had seized upon the said goods, and suffered them to be spoiled and part embezzled, while they were in the Netherlanders’ hands, in the time that our people were attacked and murdered. Upon which advice, we have made the Dutch debtor in Amboyna, accounts for the said goods and money, which we found wanting to balance the dead men’s several accounts, all amount to 30,000 ryals. but contrary to the advice of Mr. Welden we have since received letters from Henry Sill imparting that according to the order left him by Mr. Welden he hath received part of the goods from the Governor, which were in so ill condition that by his report they will not yield one fourth part of the aforementioned sum.” Blame Welden for leaving such an order with Sill and reporting to them the contrary, but it seems Welden chose rather to please them with an untruth than to report he had agreed to receive back said goods. Have, however, brought the valuation of said goods and wants upon the account of the Netherlands Company and will protest against them for the same, “ for if the persons had lived they must have made good the wants in their accounts, and if the goods be spoiled in the Dutch Company’s hands by them violently seized upon, we see no reason but that they ought to make good the loss of them unto your accounts.” Send herewith particulars of said goods, and what Welden and Beamont received back, as also what debts were lost by the Pooloroonese, put to death by the Dutch in Banda. The Dutch General offers to make good said debts of Pooloroon if we can prove them, but he knows it is the custom to take their word only; the particulars will not content the Dutch, so are referred to England. Great wants in the accounts of the EAST INDIES. 207 1623. factors murdered at Amboyna, which the Dutch utterly deny to have received ; by whom such wants are to be made good must be decided in Europe. Have charged upon Welden’s account 22 barrels of powder and 3,000 lbs. of shot by him wastefully spent at a feast in Banda,—the powder at 30 ryals per barrel, the shot at five ryals per cent. Have granted Matthew Duke, employed at Masulipatam, leave to return, his time being expired. Commendations of Michael Holman, employed in a prime place in the Moluccas, and of George Robinson, principal at Acheen since the death of Daniel Wright; that tyran¬ nical King forced him to go, because he would not continue the prejudicial custom of giving presents, begun by Nicolls. John Beamont was employed chief in Looho [Lugho]; he was seized by the Dutch, when weak with sickness in Amboyna, and by them tortured and condemned; refer to his examination with the rest taken in Batavia concerning that butcherly execution of Amboyna. He was condemned by the Dutch, but again reprieved and sent here, and though the innocency of him and the rest be apparent, yet for order sake, have ordered him home in the nature of a prisoner, the better to prove his innocency. John Perry, purser of the Sampson, and second merchant in the Moluccas, and Malachi Martin, purser in this factory of Batavia, worthy of future employment. John Powle, George Sherricke, William Webber, and Ephraim Ramsey have been employed as assistants in Amboyna; neither their sufficiency nor good carriage deserve commendation. Edward Collins was an assistant in Amboyna ; has run much out of cash, and deceived several men of good sums of money. The Company should give no future employment to such untrusty unthrifts; he was also condemned to die, and by drawing lots saved his life. Can no way commend the diligence or sufficiency of Thomas Daukes and Zachary Downman, who have been assistants at Banda. “ Thus much we thought good to insert concerning the factors sent home.” List sent of what factors remain, and how employed; most of those from the dissolved factories to go for England by the next. Con¬ cerning invoices of lead and iron sent by [Rich.] Cocks and the factors of Japan ; John Neeve, purser of the Moon, and Robert Tur- bcrville, purser of the Elizabeth, to give account. The general disorder in the pursers’ accounts will require great circumspection. Will briefly touch the chiefest points wherein those of the Netherlanders’ Company have wronged your trade and the persons of your servants, which are particularly registered in the book of the Council of Defence. First, how often and earnestly they have urged the Dutch to open the trade of Bantam, and how obstinately the Dutch have opposed the same, yet they themselves receive the Javas in the night aboard their ships, and buy pepper of them ; the incon¬ veniences that arise thereby ; are persuaded that the Netherlanders’ want of capital is One cause of their obstinate denial of trade, but especially they fear that free trade with Bantam will ruin or much decay their new erected sovereignity of Batavia; so have no hope of that trade without express order from Europe, except upon great disadvantage ; for it is the only aim of the Dutch to establish their kingdom of Batavia, and draw the customs to themselves. Have protested to the General that they ought not to contribute to the 208 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. siege of Bantam. Cannot conceive why they should contribute such an excessive sum towards the first year’s charge, for it is most false that the Dutch kept any praus before Bantam, as they pretend ; the most part of that time, we kept ships there as well as they and most part of the Dutch ships were utterly decayed and un¬ serviceable for any voyage. Secondly, the intollerable exactions and bloody executions committed by the Dutch in the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda, which have justly constrained us to give over that trade until further order from Europe. The Dutch exactions are more than one half of the charge of the garrisons and fortifica¬ tions and the gifts. Exploits of the Governor’s, charges of his table, and vain expenses of powder, amount to far more than the necessary charge, but can get no allowance from the General. The Dutch General will give way to no reason ; so send the original accounts of the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda. By paying their soldiers, mardikers, &c. in cloth and victuals, our goods lie rotting on our hands, the market being glutted by the soldiers. Our third part paid in money will pay the total charge ; so the best agreement to make with the Dutch is to receive our third part of all the spices there. The gains of the Dutch in those parts amount to more than 300,000 guilders per annum ; the charge they now bring to account is intolerable, and will eat out all the profits of that trade. Another benefit the Dutch have to themselves is from customs and excise. Their pride and insolency is grown to such a height that “we can no longer live under their subjection.” Long since advised the great danger their persons were in from Dutch tyranny ; for when the Bandanese were executed in Batavia for pretended treason, the Dutch General caused them in the extremity of their torment to declare whether the English were not conspirators with them ; and the like the Governor of Banda did by the Pooloroonese executed there. If the ex¬ tremity of torment had forced confession from them, as the Dutch it should seem desired, we had undoubtedly suffered the like torments and cruel death that our people did lately at Amboyna, the manner whereof we will briefly relate :—Having given order to our people to come from the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda on the Dutch ships, the Governor of Amboyna caused a certain Japon to be taken upon suspicion, and caused him to be tortured, thereby to confess of several others of his nation (sic) to be accessory of treason and taking the fort of Amboyna, and afterwards by extremity of torment forced him with nine others to accuse the English to be conspirators with them ; whereupon Capt. Towerson and all the rest of the English thereabouts were apprehended and laid in irons, and after most inhuman tortures, were forced to confess what the tormentors pleased, and Towerson and nine were executed. “ It is worth the noting that the Japons lying in irons as our people passed by and were carried to be tormented, they railed upon them, demanding when they spoke with the English at any time, so that they made the Japons believe our people had accused them ; but when the Japons saw our people were tortured, and afterwards led to execu¬ tion, as well as themselves, they then exclaimed against the Dutch tyranny, and both English and Japons look upon their death to be guiltless. The impossibility of performing such an action with EAST INDIES. 209 1623. 20 men is sufficient to clear them of this supposed treason. Besides several letters written by Capt. Towerson a little before his attach¬ ment show that he bare a good affection for the Dutch, and if he had found himself guilty of any such crime he might have fled, being eight days at liberty after the Japons were apprehended. With the examination there goes a psalter of Mr. Colston’s, wherein is written in two several places he takes it upon his salvation he died innocent, and a bill made by Capt. Towerson declares as much.” Think the Amboyna Governor would not have put this “ hellish project ” in execution without order from Coen, who reported “ that our people had been - exceeding insolent in those parts, and it was a shame for the Governor to suffer it.” It was the Dutch policy to make known to the inhabitants how basely they esteemed our nation, those people having always had the English in respect, and honoring the Dutch more for fear of their power than love for them. Refer to the Company’s wisdom whether those exactions and bloody executions be not sufficient motives to remove the remainder of our people until further order ; for who would live under such cannibals, that with tortured confessions can have colour to execute any one under them that shall oppose their unjust proceedings. Not long since an Englishman “ falling at some words ” with a Dutch soldier, with the help of another was thrown into the river and drowned ; but the Dutch were cleared, and nothing was done to them. Thirdly, the trade of China, for which the [fleets of] defence were chiefly erected, is wholly appropriated to the Dutch. The demand to settle the China trade upon Pulo Condor and the Liguros, according to the contract, was received with a frivolous answer. Fourthly, the Company may perceive by the faithless proceedings of Admiral Dedell how much they are wronged by joining in defence with such perfidious people. The Dutch imagine to have a great matter against us for leaving the common defence ; motives are described “ more than sufficient to give over those hostile and offensive exploits.” Have likewise given over Pulicat, seeing the trade thereof depends wholly upon the sales of the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda. Hold it good to refuse Pulicat, for the goods of the Niack’s country far exceed Pulicat in colours, goodness, and cheapness, with¬ out paying such a costly garrison. Want rather time than matter to relate the continual wrongs of the Dutch. More particulars; at Siam the Dutch pursuadecl the great men to put Edward Long to death. Besides the goods seized upon in Amboyna and the debts lost by their (the Dutch) occasion in Banda, have paid them in the Moluccas and Amboyna 36,963| ryals more than the first year’s charges; for which the Dutch offer them 1,434 lbs. cloves, 23,374 lbs. nuts, and 7,287 lbs. mace, Holland weight. This proved a bad year for cloves, so think the Company may get spices better cheap in England than the Dutch deliver here. Money due to the late Wm. Reeks. On John Ferrar’s request to the late President to further a collection for a free school in Virginia, a collection was made both on shore and aboard the ships, and is entered in the purser’s accounts. Wm. Morgan, chief mate of the Elizabeth, preferred master. Edward Grant —Half a page torn aiuay. [ Thirty-one pages , closely written. O.G., Vol. X., No. 1130.] o 210 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. Dec. 15. 369. Court Minutes of the East India Company. Request of Mr. Tyler to take out in cloves what he had underwritten for in pepper, calicoes, &c., but the Court made answer they could not do it. The diet for the committees when they come aboard the ships in harbour to be limited. Offer of Abraham Chamberlain on commission from some Dutchmen, of 21s. per lb. for the whole parcel of the Company’s silk ; the Court gave no ear to that motion, and referred his own request for 10 or 12 bales to the committees of the warehouse. Ordered that the time “to consider” the estates of deceased persons, formerly set at six months, be reduced to four months, when if there appear no just impediment, will be paid what shall appear due. Thomas Eyans to be one of the four auditors in the place of Nicholas Cranmer, who does not accept of his election. Mr. Hopkins being content to serve cloths to the Company and take payment in indigo and silk, Alderman Ducy is entreated to assist the committees in viewing them. Doubts whether cloths of winter’s dressing will serve, and care to be taken that they be not sappy but clean cloths. Letter from Thompson, a factor in the Moluccas, for some Devonshire kerseys ; also a motion to send 300 or 400 pair of stockings to Surat, but nothing at present resolved. [Tivo pages and a half. Court Minute Boole, VI., pp., 808-310.] Dec. 15. 370. John Goninge to the Company. Will briefly relate the Batavia. estate of the Moluccas during his abode there. Eight castles and forts possessed by the Dutch ; eight also possessed by the Spaniards ; Malaya on Ternate their chief seat; where situated. Four forts dissolved by the Dutch since our joint trade. The King of Ternate is allied with the Dutch, and the King of Tidore with the Spaniards. The Dutch, finding themselves in quiet possession of Amboyna and Banda, which yield spices enough to furnish all Christendom, have resolved only to hold defensive war with the Spaniards. The Ter- nateans holding it no reason that they should war with their neighbours and kindred, the Tidoreses, to their own disquiet and hindrance of commerce for content of the Dutch, made a truce with them in 1621, who now sell spices to the Spaniards at a dearer rate than they can to the Dutch. The blacks receiving many discontents from the Dutch have not cared to pluck their cloves as in foretimes, having by peace found other means to maintain themselves. Since the truce he has always found the blacks but indifferent friends to the Dutch, because of their cruelty to their allies in Banda, and en¬ croaching upon the King of Ternate’s possessions, and desire to hold the Spaniards and Hollanders in equal balance. The Dutch hold only a defensive war in that quarter, and care not to drive out the Spaniards, though they could ; that they may keep the blacks in better awe, who equally fear either nation that should get the upper hand. Arrived at Batavia on 10th Oct. last in a Dutch ship from the Moluccas, where he dissolved seven fruitless factories, and brought all the English away with him, except two or three persons left according to order. How the Dutch have abused them in all points the Company will understand from the general letters, &c. It is too late now to wish their worships had at first only made a mere contract of peace with the Dutch, and not joined with them in EAST INDIES. 211 1623. Dec. 15. Batavia, aboard the Hart. Dec. 16. [Surat], aboard the Blessing. matters of defence, and in consent to force Bantam, through which, and their dishonest practices, “ the consequences have been your more disprofit than the losses sustained by the former hostility.” But it is not too late to wish to follow their own affairs without leave of the Dutch. “ The bloody massacre of your poor innocent ser¬ vants at Amboyna, committed by the Dutch, hath strooken as well fear as grief into i-s, finding no security of our persons and your worships > means under their yoke.” All hope their worships will prosecute that business in such earnest manner as the Dutch shall have small cause to rejoice in such villanies. Desires that two thirds of his salary may still be paid to Nicholas Crispe for his use. Endorsed, “ Received by the Exchange.” [Three pages. O.G., Vol. X., No. 1131.] 371. Capt. John Bickell to the East India Company. Arrived safely at the Cape 29th May and left a letter to give their worships to understand of all ships passed for England ; viz., the London, Jonas, and Lion from Surat and Persia, and from Batavia the Lesser James, all of which, with the Palsgrave, he hopes have arrived in England. Arrived at Batavia the 3rd August, being five months and six days on their passage from the Lizard. Pipe staves very needful. Pitch and tar precious. Could find work for more carpenters ; many die here. The Hart has lost 22 men. [One page. O.C., Vol. X., No. 1132.] 372. John Hall to the East India Company. Set sail for Gombroon on 6 Dec. [1622] with the Blessing, Whale, Dolphin, and Reformation. By the 18th Jan. had got off all their goods, being 800 bales of silk. The Persian sent his chief noble and solicited them to go to Muscat, but was put off with fair words. Set sail from Ormuz on 26 Jan. “ with a very storm of wind and dirt and rain.” Sold the small ship, “ which we found to be a very bauble, to the ‘ Caunn,’ being veiy desirous of her,” for 400 demaunds, (1,330/.), 1,000/. more than she was worth. Arrived at Swally bar Feb. 11, and the next day the President and Council came aboard and willed him to go for Dabul with the Blessing and Reformation, the latter to touch at Choul. Brought the Blessing to anchor in the road of Dabul, where they had very good, refreshing, and kind usage, and Robert Hutchinson went ashore every day. For having beaten two Malabars from the coast, “ the people did like marvellous well of our nation.” Account of the taking of two frigates which lay afore the custom house, supposed to be bound for Mocha, very rich. He told the Dabulers “ they knew well in what manner they had robbed us,” and that our coming was for satisfaction. Had them both off in less than half an hour, but at the entrance they let fly small shot and arrows so thick that they could hardly walk upon the deck. They let fly into the town and at the castle almost 1,000 great shot, all that night and the next day, battering the town ; their loss in drowned and slain was 20 men, including Richard Wedmore, “a proper young man.” Set sail with the two frigates, and came to anchor in Swally road 23rd March, and the 31st were despatched for Mocha, where they arrived the 24th May, and found the Dolphin. Having commission from the President and 212 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. Council to seize all junks, not one escaped: they took “one belong¬ ing to Choul unto the Deckeneis (Deccan) country, wherein was found 40,000 ryals, besides goods also,” “ the great Shawhee,” “ the Conjava,” and one belonging to Gogo. Met off Damoan two Dutch ships in the night, and “ making account they were Portugals, I let fly five or six pieces at them before I could get them to anchor.” Anchored in Swally road on 5 Oct. with eight junks, where they found the William, Capt. Christopher Brown, and “ gave them (the Surat people) to understand of our demands,” and now “ our mer¬ chants are better used than ever they were, but how long it will last I know not.” The Blessing and William bound for Gombroon, and the Reformation for the southwards. Hopes at their return to lade for England, with the William, but if they cannot get clear of the coast by the last of March they [must winter there. Endorsed , “ John Hall, Mr. (? Captain) of the Blessing.” [Four pages. O.G., Vol. X., No. 1134.] Dec. 16. 373. Emmanuel Butta to the East India Company. Account of Swailey Road, “ the passages and navigation ” of the Blessing in company with the Messing 6 Discovery and Reformation. Left the Lizard, in Cornwall, 3 April 1622, and anchored in Swally road 3rd Oct., and met there the Lon¬ don, Jonas, Whale, Dolphin, Lion, Rose, and four Flemings. The 24th Oct. the Exchange, Anne, and Diamond came in ; and the 22nd Nov. the Exchange, Anne, and four Flemings set sail. Set sail on 6th Dec. with the Whale, Dolphin, Reformation, and Primrose for Persia ; and left the London, Jonas, and Lion bound for England, the Discovery for Jacatra, the Diamond and Rose for the fleet of defence, and two Flemings in the road. Arrived at Gombroon 30th Dec. and four factors came aboard, viz., Messrs. Dorrell (who died before we came away), Barker, Benthall and Thompson; and Rawson they left on shore. On Jan. 9, the Whale and Dolphin set sail for Surat with 250 bales of silk, “we finding the coast to be clear of Portugals.” Sold the Primrose to the “ Caunn ” for 400 tomans, every toman SI. 6s. 4 d. The Blessing and Reformation set sail with 570 bales of silk; and anchored at Swally on the lltli Feb. Five Malabar junks taken, but let go, having passes from the fleet of defence and from Mr. Saltbanke and Haines from Mocha. Account of the taking of two frigates out of Dabul harbour and of the fighting which “ continued most part of the night and the fourth day we beat down their £ barracathoes ’ and dismounted four pieces of ordnance that pla} r ed on us all night.” Capt. (Hall) would needs go ashore with 90 men to take the town, but was glad to run to the boats again losing 19 men outright, slain and drowned. Took the two frigates with them to Surat, where after taking the goods out of one, she was set on fire. Mutiny on board the Blessing, forty of the men saying they would not weigh anchor unless they had the goods of the frigate aboard; so a council was called and some were punished and the principal condemned but not put to death. Met “ the Dolphin who told us the unlooked-for news that great misfortune to the Whale.” Went back to Swally 24 March, “and so ended our Dabul voyage, 1623.” Account of their Mocha voyage where they arrived 24th May and found the Dolphin. Set sail for Surat Aug. 7th. EAST INDIES. 213 1623. Dec. 17. Dec. 17. Aboard the Royal Exchange. Gave chase to the Courtmamotos of Ghoul, took her monies and goods out of her and dismissed her ; other vessels taken. Heard of Mr. Wedmore’s death in Persia. “ Stood up altogether/’ 4th Nov. in the road of Swally, and on the 12th “ our President and the Governor firmed to the articles of peace between us, and the 17th day they went all ashore, and so we ended our Red Sea voyage.” Are now bound for Persia. Endorsed, “ Emanuell Butta m r of the Blessing. Received by the Dolphin from Plymouth 30 July 1624.” [Four 'pages and a half. O.G., Vol. X., No. 1135.] 374 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Gratification to Mr. Browne, lecturer of the parish of Great Saint Helen’s (4 1. as last Christmas), for the pains he taketh in preaching at his appointed times. Agreed by erection of hands that 53 chests of coral at Leghorn, to be laden on board the London for London, be not insured. Grievances of John Holloway about his stock. Concerning the ac¬ counts of Robert Smith, purser of the Jonas; he is thought to be honest, but takes no right course to appear so. Remarks of Capt. Weddall and Mr. Browne on the great sums disbursed for victuals; also in reference to the surgeon’s chests. Examination of Henry Wheatley, purser in the former voyage, as to the money paid by passengers from the Red Sea, whereof they were sometimes 80 or 100 at a time; also as his sufficiency for master’s mate in the Jonas. [Robert] Smith to go purser. Concerning the complaints made by Powell’s widow and the rest, to the Privy Council, for their husbands’ goods aboard the ships taken by the Dutch ; their Lordships having been truly informed said, “ that if those women did further trouble them they should be whipped.” The salaries of John Blunt, one of the clerks of the warehouse, and of the Company’s secretary are increased 30/. and 20/. respectively. [Threepages and a half. Court Minute Booh, VI., pp. 313-316.] 375 . John Beamont to Henry Sill in Amboyna. After his de¬ parture from Amboyna it pleased God to visit him with sickness and lameness, and on his arrival at Batavia he was carried before the General and Council of the Dutch, where he was fo[rced to al]ledge the untruth again, for fear they would have tortured him. The General told him they came as condemned men to die there, but in regard of Speult’s “ gracious letters of me—he did pardon me ” ; but the President would not be “ beholding ” to the General, but ordered that we should be sent into England for justice, and that if we were found there guilty by our laws we should have according to our deserts, if not that all the rest were murdered, as he was of opinion they were. The President sent to know of the General if Speult had order from him and his council to put the King’s subjects to death (which was against the articles), but hears of no answer he gave but “ that Speult had authority from the Prince of Holland.” The matter is so bad, they do not love to hear of it, but there is a God above, and no doubt he will revenge their bloody murders of innocent persons. Is glad that now they are clear of “ their Bata via,” where they lived in fear of some new trick the Dutch would put upon them, for the President and Council “ intend not to stay long in their Batavia.” If the old President had lived to have gone for England, he would have followed our business closely, but makes 214 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1.623. no doubt that the Company will “ incend ” the King, “ with the friends of the murdered, that our enemies may not glory in it as they do.” Has delivered the particulars of money and gold taken from him at Amboyna by the Governor, which the President demanded from the Hutch General, but he denies to pay, but doubts not to recover it all in England. Recpiests he will pay any debts lie may receive to Mr. Cartwright. The Exchange and Elizabeth set sail from Batavia on 15th Hec. “ God send us well into our native country.” Augustine Spaldinge, himself, and [Michael] Hol¬ man, John Perry, Malachi Martin, George Sherricke, Ephraim Ram¬ sey, [Matthew] Duke, and Munday in the Exchange, and Capts. Welden and Adams, and Messrs. Morgan, George Robinson, [John] Powle, William Webbe, Dawkes, John Chesterton, Harry Doleman, and [George] Collins in the Elizabeth. Found in the road on coming to Batavia the Exchange and Discovery; the Roebuck gone for Macassar, the Ann for Jambi, and the Abigail for Tecoe with the Diamond. Since have arrived the Hart from England with the Coaster, the Unity, [Moo]n, and Elizabeth, with pepper from Sumatra coast and Jambi, the Ruby from the coast, and the junk Welcome from Macassar, with Mr. Staverton, who is gone to be chief at Jambi. Hears from England that the Hollanders are com¬ pelled to pay the Company a great sum for injuries done aforetime, that they are to have free trade at Bantam (but what has been agreed upon at home the General and his Council will not agree to here), and to have Pooloroon and half of Lantar. Have ill tidings that the Whale, with a rich cargo from Persia and Surat, “ sunk right down in the sea 10 leagues off the road” of Surat, 36 men drowned, and nothing saved of her goods, “ by reason of a plank that sprung in her.” As yet no ships come from Surat, but this news came overland to Masulipatam. Commends himself to Signor Ga- ratt, “ my comadre with her child,” William Donn, George Calahira and his wife, Robin Showmakar, old Mr. Johnson and his wife, William Bell, and all the rest of our friends. If he can do him any service in England, he may direct his letters to “ Mr. John Buckock’s, Haberdasher’s house, at the sign of the Hat with the Golden Hatband, in Lombard Street, right over against the George.” [Two pages. Mutilated by damp. O.C., Vol. X., Xo. 1136.] Dec. 19. 376. Court Minutes of the East India Company. A course resolved upon to remove John Lamperey, [Lemprier] late the Company’s ser¬ vant at Blackwall, who holds still the house there, and “ doth not avoid for any warning.” Robert Smith, purser of the Jonas, to receive wages due for his last voyage. Examination of William Waulker, the Company’s porter, charged with having rudely carried himself towards Mr. Governor Hallidaie’s wife, who for some service in her garden had bestowed a piece of gold on him ; he made his boast that she had given it for informing against Mr. Hurte ; but he answered that he never spake any such words, and desired to justify himself to his accuser’s face. The secretary to look up what was given in new year’s gifts last year. The bonds entered into by Messrs. Monnox and Roe with the Company for their employment to be cancelled. Touching the will of John Challicombe, Nicholas, his brother and executor, makes choice of Arthur Bray as his EAST INDIES. 215 I 623. curator or guardian (himself being under age), to receive what is due to him. The will must first be proved and the curator allowed. Nicholas Bix entertained as underfactor for seven years, at 30/. per annum for the first two years, rising afterwards 10/. per year. The distribution of money and victuals to the poor of Stepney not to be left to the churchwardens, but the Court were contented they should be present at the distribution if they pleased. [Four pages. Court Minute Bk, VI., pp. 316-320.] Dec. 20. 377. President Thomas Brockedon, Henry Hawley, and John Batavia. Gonninge to Harman Van Speult, Governor of Amboyna :— To the Right Worshipful Harman Van Speult, Governor of Amboyna. The infallible signs of neighbourly respect between the realms of England and the United Netherlands, being in nothing more con¬ spicuous than in the late agreement of differences between his Majesty of Great Britain and the high and mighty Lords States of the United Netherlands in the year 1619, for the regulating the subjects of both nations in these parts of India with equal place and power by proceeding and successive turns monthly, doth seriously enforce us to admiration how you, Harman Van Speult, Governor of Amboyna, do presume and authorise not only to exact and extort upon his Majesty’s subjects of Great Britain, contrary to all that can be intended by any of the said articles, but to imprison, torture, and condemn, and bloodily to execute his Majesty’s subjects, with con¬ fiscation of their goods, to the violating of that bond of amity and unity in the said articles, and in contempt of those acts so sincerely agreed between his Majesty of Great Britain and the Lords States aforesaid. Now forasmuch as, contrary to the said articles and in contempt of both our Sovereigns, you have not only assumed the power of magistracy, but proceeded against his Majesty’s subjects by tor¬ mented confessions and without either voluntary accuser or probable accusation, and thereto have added such tyrannical torments neither usual nor tolerable amongst Christians. We, the President and Council for the honourable Company of England, are thereby sufficiently grounded solemnly to protest against all your said presumptuous proceedings, and in particular for imprisoning 18 of his Majesty’s subjects, whereof 10 bloodily executed, their own proper goods confiscated, and the goods of our noble employers by the execution havocked and ruinated, the majesty and renown of our gracious Sovereign in these parts with disgrace dishonoured, the nation in general scandalised, and in par¬ ticular the poor innocent released prisoners bereaved of all credit and estimation. For which notorious wrongs, violence, and indig¬ nities, together with your former exactions, couched under the name of necessary maintenance for forts and garrisons. We, the President and Council aforesaid, do by these presents make public your said oppressions, which is not only in and by your own person to be answered and satisfied, but as you are sub¬ stitute and have your power from superiors, so is it also intended against your honourable employers, the Company of the United 216 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. Netherlands trading East India, or any else whom it shall or may concern, from whom in general and particular we, in the name of his Majesty of Great Britain and for our honourable employers, the English East India Company, do and will expect satisfaction. 1. First, the breach of confederacy intended by the articles agreed anno 1619. 2. For your barbarous and bloody execution of 10 of his Majesty’s subjects aud our honourable employers’ factors and servants. 3. For reparation of credit for those poor eight innocents pardoned and acquitted. 4. For the restoration of all their goods and estates, as well theirs executed as theirs pardoned and acquitted. 5. For satisfaction of our honourable employers’ goods and estate in those parts by your own occasion havocked and ruinated even in quantity and value, to be restored as they were rated and valued by general consent of both Dutch and English, to be sold at Am- boyna without defalcation of whatsoever since sold by Richard Welden or Henry Sill, that had them from your hands after the execution without our order or consent. Yet whatsoever the said Richard Welden or Henry Sill have out of the said capital and means (by you committed unto their ordering) paid and disbursed for the use of our noble employers, that shall be defalked and deducted out of the general estate of those parts. The rest we must expect restorable at your hands and the hands of your noble employers as aforesaid. 6. We expect repayment of all your former exactions passed under the name of necessary maintenance for forts and garrisons. 7. We require repair for the dishonour unto his Majesty of Great Britain and our noble employers for your preposterous dealings to the disgrace of our nation in general. 8. And lastly, for our honorable employers’ loss and trade in those isles of Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda, for our loss of houses and building there, and our abandoning of those parts, all which being occasioned by your said intolerable exactions, usurpation of authority over his Majesty’s subjects of Great Britain, and this said barbarous execution. We will (as reason is we should) expect from you and your honourable employers, the Netherlands Company aforenamed, repa¬ ration, satisfaction, and really in every part, redress of all our said losses and disgraces, with such interests, damages, penalties, and inconveniences as by our Christian laws for such wilful and pre¬ sumptuous offences is and shall be found fitting. For which purpose we, the President and Council for the honour¬ able Company aforesaid, do make this act authentic by our joint subscription, and send the same to Henry Sill, to be delivered unto you, the said Governor Speult, that thereby both himself and his noble employers and those whom it may concern may be prepared for answers to each particular before our competent judges in Europe or elsewhere. Dated in Batavia, Thomas Brockedon. the 20 December 1623, Henry Hawley. stilo Anglise. John Gonninge. EAST INDIES. 217 1623. [Two pages and a half. Mutilated by damp; the words destroyed are supplied from the copy below. Endorsed, “ * * # intratur.” O.G., Vol. X., Xo. 1137.] Dec. 20. 378 . Copy of the preceding protest. Endorsed, “ Deceived in London, 29 May 1624, out of Holland, by the pinnace Hazewindt.” A copy was also inclosed in Sec. Conway’s letter of 25 th June 1624 to Carleton. [Eeast Indies, Vol. II., No. 71. Dec. 23-29. 379 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Petition of William Wlialely, that he had been in the Company’s service at Ormuz against the Portugals, and had lost a leg in a fight at sea, and had petitioned for some recompense, but refused 101. from the Com¬ pany as a free gift; now prays for the place of porter at Blackwall, but the Company having observed his former stubbornness answered they had no place void for him. No need for the Company to take any violent course against John Lamprier, as he intends forthwith “ to avoid ” the house at Blackwall. Concerning a supply of powder, all Evelyn’s powder, and what can be got elsewhere; is taken up by special warrant to supply his Majesty’s forces. The Duke of Rich¬ mond, having undertaken to find his Majesty’s house with spices, is to receive (among other things) his Majesty’s impost on spices from the Indies, which, (as he was informed) will amount to 2,000/. per annum, and desires to be nobly dealt withall. His Lordship was informed that he will find the proportion very far short of that sum. The Court considered what answer they would make, for that it was remembered that Mr. Barrett compounded with the Company, and had 400/. per annum, when many times it came far short of that proportion ; the answer to be made to the Duke. Request of Mr. Friday, the preacher, concerning his indigo ; the Court made answer they were sorry that a man of his profession should so much injure the Company by his example, and he must expect no more than they allow him. Request of the Lord Treasurer that he may have 70 quilts at 51. apiece, but the Court found the example very hurtful, and chose rather to sell him 50 at 6/. apiece, and * give him the other 10. Com¬ mittee appointed to consider the new year’s gifts. Proposals of a servant of Lady Dale concerning the business between her and the Company, but he was desired to forbear to move further until Mr. Lanman regain his health. Dec. 29.—Concerning Mr. Hurt’s unlawful exacting, and his having taken a bribe. As to the proportion of wines and cider for the ships, half the wanted quantity of cider to be sent, being only for the sick ; the rest had rather drink water, because the cider, when stale, “ doth extraordinarily wring the belly.” Fireworks and 500 fire pots to be made ready for Capt. Weddall’s ship, and proportionably for the rest. Offer of Mr, Willen, a student in divinity, and preacher of Charterhouse Hospital, to go as preacher into the Indies; but the Court wished that Mr. Copeland be first spoke with, who had been in the Indies, and shown himself a sober, discreet man. The Court moved about underwriting for calicoes, and swearing in the new auditors. The Duke of Richmond and the Company in reference to the rate of composition for spices exported ; the Company ready to give 400/. per annum, as they had formerly done. Concerning the 218 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623. silk quilts, the Lord Treasurer would not hearken to their offer, but pursued his desire to abate the price; resolved to forbear to have further speech of them for a small time. Letter read from Sir James Ley, Lord Chief Justice of England, on behalf of Anthony Wallis, that they would employ him again ; the Court presumed that his Lordship had not been acquainted with his fault in mis-spending 800 dollars of their money, and ordered that their secretary attend his Lordship and satisfy him thereon. Mr. Deputy acquainted the Court that he and others had been entreated to deal with [Thos.] Kerridge for his going again into the Indies, who was ready to em¬ brace the employment on these conditions : Not to be tied to stay above three years, to have 500/. per annum wages, and to leave 1,000/. in the Company’s hands, and if he die within the four years the Company shall pay back only the said 1,000/., but if he lives, then he requires to have 2,000/.; the Court thought the demand somewhat high, yet because he had given good proof of his service in former years, they intreated Mr. Governor and Mr. Deputy to agree with him as good cheap as they may. Letter read from Mr. Misselden, one of the Company’s Commissioners, to treat with the Dutch, dated Dec. 5, 1623, that they are like to make long work in respect the Bewinthebbers are by order of the States tied to hold their assemblies, which were wont to be in Holland, now in Zealand for two years. Mr. Deputy gathers by Mr. Barlow’s letter “ that the Dutch intend to cast some rubs in the Commissioners’ way, for that some of them delivered an account of some great matter coming to them upon the siege of Bantam.” {Eight pages and a quarter. Court Minute Booh, VI., pp. 320-328.] 1623. 380 . “ Translation out of Gallo-belgicus upon the Prince’s journey.” It is sufficiently known how much the King of England and his predecessors have assisted the Hollanders, their neighbours, but they have declared themselves such as he could not have received greater loss from open enemies, for when some principal London merchants began to trade into the East Indies the Hollanders took their ships and merchandize, and by losses constrained the merchants to give over the trade. The King conceived it not fit for them (the merchants) to take revenge for so great insolencies, but determining to embrace their cause and protect them against all enemies and pirates (and by other name the Hollanders cannot be called for this perpetrated mischief), his Majesty had written to the States for for restitution, who answered that those merchandizes were to be thought of in the place where they were taken, which could be no ways acceptable. Therefore, seeing his own Majesty so much offended, he had determined by all means possible to take revenge on the Holland ships, wherever they might be met with, until such damage shall be recompensed. \Extract from Spanish Corresp.] EAST INDIES 219 1623. Petitions to the East India Company of Persons who solicit Employment, Increase of Wages, or Payment of Wages dne to their Relatives, &c. in the Company’s Service. Date. Name of Petitioner. Subject of Petition. Reference. 1623. Court Min. Bk. July 4 Anthony Wallis Release from prison VI., p. 6 Phoebe Adcombe, widow - Her husband’s estate - „ 9 » 9 Jane, widow of Capt. John Davis Her husband’s wages, and compen- „ 14 sation for his imprisonment by the Dutch. Thomas Carpenter Charity - .... ,, 15 yy yy William Churchar His wages - - Gertrude, widow of William Her husband’s wages - Lambert. yy yy Apprentices in the Lesser James Wages and employment in the Charles. Thomas Bourne Allowance for cloves - Walter Starr - Increase of wages - William Pybourne Allowance for cloves - yy yy Mildred, widow of Henry Car- Her husband’s and two servants’ naby. wages. n n Widows of the Trial’s men Their husbands’ wages „ 17 yy yy George Pettus - Wages and compensation while „ 18 prisoner with the Dutch, from March 1616 to Oct. 1618. Mary Cockaine - Her brother’s estate „ 19 „ 16 Thomas Bell, the Company’s Charity - „ 21 smith for 20 years. yy yy Robert Hayes - - - Employment - „ 23 John Tumbles, master mate of Wages - - „ 23 Lesser James. „ 30 Mr. Roberts, master of the James Wages .... ,, 37 yy y> Anthony Wallis, prisoner in St. Release from prison Katherine’s. Aug. 1 Henry Bate ... Increase of wages - „ 43 „ 4 John Felps (Phelps), mate of the A portion of his wages Richard. Emma Chesmore, widow Relief .... ,, 44 yy yy Ann Fryar, widow Relief - Sibilla, wife of Jas. Rynd, preacher Monies of her husband „ c James Browne, engineer - Employment about fortifications - ’’ 46 Ellen Chesterton Wages of husband and servant „ 49 yy yy David Bourne (insolvent) Transfer of his adventure - yy yy James Troughton Imprest on wages - - - „ f)l „ 8 Widow of William Baffin, the Her husband’s estate of 800/. be- „ 52 late master of the London. sides his wages. yy yy Bruite Gread, carpenter Wages for his boy yy yy Thomas Grove, steward Increase of wages - yy yy John Lilly - Wages of his servant, Mark Mayes 53 Ann, widow of Roger Smith Charity - ... „ 13 Humphrey Dovey, porter of the Allowance for work ,! 59 Bridgehouse. John Parkes and Winifred his Her brother,RichardWestby’s estate „ 60 wife. Master and Wardens of the Com- Wages of Hugh Crosse, late servant „ 61 panv of Watermen. to Katherine Browne, deceased. „ 15 Rebecca, widow of Edward Wages of her husband and servant „ 66 Startupp. Thomas Grove - - Employment in the Charles - „ 67 Ann Merrvt - Wages of her servant, John Thomas, deceased. yy yy Alice Jones - - Part of her husband’s' wages „ 67 „ 19 Jane Orton - Her husband’s and servant’s wages „ 69 220 COLONIAL PAPERS Date. Name of Petitioner. Subject of Petition. Reference. 1623. Court Min. Bk. Aug. 20 - — Beane - His deceased brother’s estate VI., p. 73 33 33 - — Needham, a minister Employment in the Indies - 33 33 33 53 John Bonner, gunner of the Pepper got by private trade - 33 74 Jonas. 33 - Parser and mariners of the Lion To sell their goods at Ipswick 33 75 33 33 - Widow of Capt. Thos. Batten - Gratification for her husband’s ex- 33 39 traordinary services. 33 33 - Richard Montfort Part of his servant William Jack- 33 33 son’s wages. 33 33 - Margaret Saunders, widow A debt due to her husband 33 39 33 33 - Ralph Wade for Edward Walker Wages ofEdward Davison,Walker’s 33 33 servant. 33 33 - Rachel Moore - Wages of her servant, Robert Gapper 33 76 33 33 - William Kirby - Employment ... 33 33 33 33 - Nicholas, wife of James Guttrie Part of her husband’s wages 39 39 - Barbara, wife of Robert East Same - - 39 33 - John Powell - Wages of his apprentice, Stephen 33 33 Worsley. 33 35 - Elizabeth Birt - Employment for her son Richard - 33 33 39 22 - Henry Sturmy - Allowance of wages ... 33 81 93 25 - John Ducy ... Employment in the dockyard 33 84 Sept. 3 - — Alexander, master of the 20/. of his wages to he paid to his 33 101 Diamond. mother, Thomasine. 33 39 - Alice Harrison - Her son’s wages ... 39 33 33 33 - Henry Clarke - Employment - ... 33 33 33 33 - John Lilly - Wages of his servant, Mark Mayres 33 104 33 39 - Thomas Thorneborough, purser To he purser to the Great James - 39 33 33 33 - James and Elizabeth Bale - Estate of their son Edward Barnard, surgeon, deceased. 33 33 - Thomas Shesh - 10/. on account of his servant, Thos. 105 Bond. 39 33 - Hugh Crosse - “ Charitable recompense ” for loss 33 33 of an eye. - Jane, widow of Thomas Archbell, “ Charitable comfort ” for herself 106 master of the Jonas, slain and four fatherless children. before Ormuz. 33 33 - Ann, wife of James Sterling Two months of her husband’s pay 33 33 - William Loyering “ Charitable consideration ” - 95 33 - Joane, wife of Philip Beck Part of her husband’s wages 39 33 - Jane, wife of Richard Alcock - Same .... 99 33 - Alice Southerne Clothing for her son, an apprentice 33 33 - Philip Fabian - Consideration for services - 107 99 33 - Margaret, wife of Henry Smith - Part of her husband’s wages 33 5 - William Kitchin, surgeon Calicoes, landed from the Lion 108 99 39 - Master of the Primrose, of Ipswich His servant’s wages 99 33 - Samuel Collson - Increase of wages ... 109 39 33 - James Weall - - 49 hooks of calicoes, &c. - 113 93 33 - Stephen Norris - His wages - - - 39 33 33 10 - Do. ... Same .... 118 33 33 - Churchwardens of Ratcliffe The wages of Thomas Jackson, de- ceased, for his children. 33 33 - Jane, widow of John Huffe Charity .... 119 - William Kitchen, surgeon Calicoes, landed from the Lion 33 - Susan, widow of Gideon Johnson Her husband’s wages 33 33 - Joane Beck ... Part of her husband’s wages 120 33 39 - Basil Bowdler, purser’s mate Three months’ imprest 33 12 - Samuel Collson ... Increase of wages - 122 33 33 - John Boomer, gunner His pepper from the Jonas 33 123 33 33 - Ursula, widow of John Hills Relief - 124 33 33 - Mary, widow of Thomas Hartley Part of her husband’s pay 39 33 39 33 - Lettice, wife of Michael Young- Part of her husband’s wages 93 33 - Mary Towers ... The goods of Luxon, her debtor - 33 33 93 17 - Rachel, wife of Thomas Barnes, Wages of Alexander Hickes, an ap- 126 mate in the Elizabeth. prentice, executed in the Indies. 33 19 - Christopher Clatworthy - Charity for loss of hand - 39 127 33 93 - — Crew - Wages of his deceased brother John 33 130 EAST INDIES 221 Date. Name of Petitioner. Subject of Petition. Reference. 1623. Sept. 19 Joseph Wyatt, trumpeter Wages .... Court Min. Bk. VI., p. 130 33 3) Richard Prescott Employment as purser 33 >3 » 24 Margaret Saunders 28 1. owing by Thomas Quince „ 135 „ 26 Henry Bate, factor 303 ryals disbursed for the Bear - „ 140 33 33 Sarah Hall - ... 20/. of her father’s wages, Captain „ 141 33 33 David Gilly - Robert Adams. His wages - 33 33 33 33 Philip Davison ... Employment .... 33 33 33 33 Elizabeth, widow of Richard Part of her husband’s wages - 33 33 Browne. Nicholas Woolley, purser’s mate Employment - 33 33 33 33 Peter Bell, purser - - His wages - „ 142 33 3) Wiliam Hall ... - Benevolence for wounds in fight 33 33 John Wright - with the Portugals. Employment - - - 33 • 3 33 33 John White ... Wages and debts due - - - „ 33 33 Susan Humphreys Part of her husband’s wages 33 33 33 33 Alice Knight ... Elizabeth Garlick Benevolence ... Same ------ 33 33 33 3> Alice, widow of Elias Kirkwoode Husband’s wages ... 3 3 33 Robert Stokes ... Estate of Simon Mountford - „ 143 Oct. 1 John Lamprier ... Continuance of employment - „ 147 33 33 Robert Day ... Gratuity for his services - 33 33 33 33 Jane Boyde, alias Porter, widow A debt out of Francis Wadsworth’s „ 148 33 33 John Johnson, master of Rose - estate. Remainder of his wages 33 33 John Wood, master of Lesser Part of Thomas Harman’s wages - 33 33 33 33 James. William Morris - - - Ann, wife of Samuel Jenkins Benevolence for wound at Ormuz - Part of her husband’s wages - 3> 33 33 33 William Taylor, a hoy Benevolence for services - 33 33 John Allen, shipwright - Part of wages of his two servants, „ 149 33 33 33 33 33 33 Elizabeth, wife of Nicholas Huf- field. Ellen, wife of Samuel Prichett - Lydia Bacon, widow Thomas Bayley and Wm. Dredge. Part of her husband’s wages - Same - Remainder of servant John Bryant’s 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 John Woodfall ... wages. Part of servant Richard Lytefield’s 33 33 33 33 Richard Hanley, shipwright wages. Part of servant Thomas Gerrard’s 33 33 33 33 33 33 Moyses Boomer - Robert Pickering ... wages. Benevolence for the loss of an eye - Benevolence for “ his long and 33 33 „ 150 33 33 Peter Bell ... miserable voyage.” His wages - 33 33 33 33 Rose, widow of Willm. Farrington John Rose, the prisoner Part of her servant John Hitch¬ cock’s wages. His wages - - - - 33 33 33 33 33 33 Marian Baxter - Ellen, wife of John Chesterton - 10/. of Thomas Johnson’s wages - Part of her husband’s wages 33 33 „ 151 33 33 33 33 Susan, wife of William Collins - Alice, wife of John Shorting Same - Same - 33 33 33 33 33 33 Elizabeth Burte, widow - Helen, wife of Henry Searle Benevolence - - - Part of her husband’s wages - 33 33 33 33 „ 3 John Tombles, mate Peter Bell, purser His wages ... His wages .... 33 33 „ 153 Judith Hubbert ... Her servant Henry Blackler’s wages „ 156 33 33 Alice Shorting - - - Mathias Waterhouse Part of her husband’s wages Cloth, of Richai’d Smith, deceased - 33 33 33 157 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 3 * 33 - John Goodrick, surgeon - Dorothy Chadsley Elizabeth, wife of Symon Anderson Ann Long - Arthur Hatch, preacher Robert Brownrigg, gunner Part of his servant Wm. Peirce’s wages. Part of Jeremy Davies' wages Part of her husband’s wages John Crew’s estate ... A gratification - - Increase of wages - . 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 222 COLONIAL PAPERS Date. Name of Petitioner. Subject of Petition. Reference. 1623. Court Min. Bk. Oct. 3 - William Hide - - John Goodson’s estate VI., p 157 33 6 - Joan Boyd - - Money owing to her 33 159 33 8 - Robert Stacy - His wages - 33 157 33 33 - Exors. of Robert Jeffries - His estate - 33 108 33 33 - Henry Jackson - Employment - - - 33 171 33 33 - Mary Eman, widow Her deceased son Richard’s estate 33 33 33 33 - Mr. and Wardens of Watermen - Wages of John Taylor, a prisoner- Wages of John Alexander, lost in 33 33 33 10 - Mr. Alexander, servant of the 33 172 Prince. the Hope. 33 33 - John Smith - Estate of liis brother, Richard Smith 33 175 33 33 - — Pingley Oversight of the salting of beef 33 33 33 33 - Robert Holmes .... John Hinchley’s wages 33 176 33 13 - Daniel White, purser of the Pals- Purser of the Jonas - 33 177 grave. 179 33 33 - Robert Loftus ... Employment - Her husband’s estate 33 33 15 - Mrs. Baffin - 33 182 33 33 - Katherine Cluff ... Benevolence - - - - 33 183 33 33 - Agnes, wife of Thomas Bellamy John Challcomb’s estate 33 195 3 ) 33 - Aron Ellis - - - Gratification for services - >3 33 >3 33 - Edmund Parsons John Frowde’s estate - 33 33 33 33 - Elizabeth, wife of Gilbert Rich- Part other husband’s wages - 33 33 ardson. 33 33 - Margaret, wife of Richard Mailer Same - 33 196 33 33 - Katherine Cook - Wages of her husband, a runaway 33 33 33 33 - Edward Hessand - - - Part of servant’s wages 33 33 33 33 - Thomas Border “ Reward ” for loss of leg - 33 33 33 33 - Thomas Warwick, a salter Employment - _ 33 33 33 33 - Rebecca Barnes Part of her son’s wages 33 33 33 33 - William Copp - Recompense for loss of his servant 33 33 at Ormuz. 33 33 33 33 - Elizabeth Nunn - Wages of her servant, James Harris 33 33 33 33 - John Goodrich, Barber surgeon Wages of his servant 33 33 33 33 - Ann Taylor - - - Boat-hire of her husband, carpenter 33 33 of the Charles. 33 33 - Jane Ellmore - Wages of her servant 33 33 33 33 - George Maddox - Payment of monies from the Supply 33 33 33 33 Elizabeth Legatt Estate of her kinsman, Randal 33 33 Grimes. 33 33 - Magdalen Hales, widow Charity - 33 197 33 33 - Richard Wilkinson - bl. paid to a pretended wife - 33 33 33 33 - Joane, wife of Randall Jesson - Wages for a deceased servant 33 33 33 33 - Elizabeth, wife of Bartholomew Part of her husband’s w'ages 33 33 Goodale. 33 33 - John Brewer His wages - 33 33 33 33 - Jane Scott, widow - Benevolence - 33 33 33 17 - Alice, widow of Elias Kirkwood Part of her husband’s wages - 33 185 33 21 - James Dover - - Steward’s place - 33 201 33 33 - Nicholas Wooley Employment as a writer in the Indies 33 33 33 33 - David Gilley - - - To be a purser’s mate Steward’s place - 33 33 33 33 - John Boulter - - 33 33 33 33 - John Lilly - - - Same - 33 33 33 33 - George Smith - Purser’s mate - - 33 202 33 33 - John Thatcher - Employment as a landman - 33 33 33 33 - Robert Leek - Steward’s place - 33 33 33 33 - Anthony Berry - - Employment as a marine man 33 33 33 33 - Thomas Keeleson - - Steward’s place - 33 33 33 33 - — Slow and — Bottomley Employment as soldiers 33 33 33 33 - William Browne - Steward or mate’s place - 33 33 33 33 - — Bugbarrough Employment - - 33 33 33 33 - John Thorowgood, Henry Wil- Pursers, purser’s mates, stewards, or steward’s mates. 33 33 liams, Charles Latham, and divers more. 33 33 - Henry Jackson - Employment ... 33 211 33 24 - William Zouch, Thomas Snow, Employment as factors - 33 213 and Robert Norris. Nov. 4 - Stephen Miller ... Steward in the Jonas 228 33 33 - Arthur Davis ... Purser’s mate or steward >3 33 EAST INDIES 223 Date. Name of Petitioner. Subject of'Petition. Reference. 1623. Court Min. Bk. Nov. 4 - Joshua Bryan and John Ilyder - Pursers or mates ... VI., p. 229 33 33 - Edmund Oader - - - Employment in the Indies 33 33 33 33 - John Cole and Wiiliam Knightly Employment ... 33 33 33 33 - John Norris - Employment as factor ... 33 33 33 - Richard Wild - Same .... 33 33 33 33 Robert Jynning, John Coombes, Henry Williams, Edward Hopkins, William Perry, James Dunnings, Baptist Norris, Edward Bangham, John Haw¬ thorne, John Wilson, Michael Noyes. Employment - - ] 33 33 33 - Rowland Delf Swabber or swabber’s mate 33 33 - George Pettus - - The charges of an arrest 33 33 33 33 - J oane, wife of Randall Jesson - Employment, for her husband 33 33 33 - Judith, wife of John Grissell Her husband’s wages 33 33 33 “ Ann, wife of John Tumbles 20?. on account of her husband’s wages. 33 230 »3 33 - Joseph Waytes - Allowance of wages 33 33 33 11 - George Pettus - - Increase of wages and law charges 33 242 33 12 - Augustin Kingsmell Employment in the Indies 249 33 33 “ John Border - Compensation for the loss of a leg, or employment. 33 250 33 33 “ Mr. Bushell, on behalf of the Lord Viscount St. Albans. Employment for Isaac Oader 33 251 33 14 - Henry Bate - Repayment of moneys disbursed - 33 255 33 33 - J ohn Kingston - Employment as factor 33 256 33 33 - Robert Lof'tus - Employment in the Indies 33 33 33 33 - George Page - Same .... 33 33 33 17 - Susan Andrews - Part of her husband’s wages - 258 33 33 “ William Greene - Employment as steward’s mate or landman. 33 33 33 33 - John Thomas - Payment of wages ... 33 33 21 William and Francis Sandcroft, and George Barrett. Estate of John Sandcroft, deceased 33 263 33 3 1 - Elizabeth, wife of Edward Twells Her husband’s wages 264 33 33 - Wm. Methwold - His wages - - - - 33 33 33 33 - Divers coopers - Employment at Blackwall His servant’s wages 33 266 33 33 - John Wood - - 33 33 33 33 - Edmund Wodar ... Employment .... 33 33 24 - John Pilchard ... Employment as merchant - 33 269 33 33 - Isaac Crowther Employment in the Indies 33 271 33 33 - Richard Barbury ... Employment as steward or mate - 33 33 33 26 - Jane Milborne - Her servants’ wages - Richard Westby’s estate - 33 279 33 33 ~ John and Winifred Parkes, only sister of Richd. Westby. 33 33 3> 33 - Helen Jeronimo, a Moore - Her husband’s wages 33 280 33 33 - Robert Holmes - Wages of John Henchely (Hinchley) 33 282 33 33 John Roberts, late master of the Little James. Robert Barnes ... His wages - ... 33 284 John Bradbury - Joane Stamp - Ann Kemp - Rebecca Barnes - Ann Stanley Judith Grissell - Mary Linklatter Katherine Morris Katherine Cooke Joan Hebb Susan Andrewes William Currant Robert Ilerriott Ales Lockier Wiiliam Burch - John Sympson These are bracketed together, some being for more than two months’ yearly of their husbands’ wages, and others for servants’ wages. 224 COLONIAL PAPERS. Date. Name of Petitioner. Subject of Petition. Reference. 1623. Nov. 26 Joane Archbell, widow - Charity [her husband slainat Ormuz] Court Min. Bk. VI., p. 284 33 33 Sarali Roome, widow Amy Walker, widow Same - - - Same - 33 33 33 33 Myriam Turner, widow - Same - 33 33 Richard Sampall - Same - „ 285 33 33 33 33 33 33 Jane Mason - Atherton Leake - Samuel White, boatswain John Thomas, late cook of Pals- A legacy of Hi. - - Employment as purser’s mate or steward. Part of his servant’s wages Part of his wages detained 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 grave. Richard, son of Aaron Burte Employment and apprenticeship - 33 33 35 33 Oliver Havers - - - Ales, [Alice] widowof Henry Clarke 14/. given to his pretended wife 10/. of her husband’s wages - 33 33 33 33 William Kendall - Compensation for 137 ryals charged 33 33 33 33 Elizabeth, widow of Thomas Gidwyn. Jane Milborne - by Ball for unvendable saffron. Wages of her servants, Peter Chap¬ man and John Hall. Pier servant Henry Morgan’s wages 33 33 „ 286 33 33 33 33 Elizabeth Browne John Wright - William Rice - Part of her servant, Alexander Pierce’s wages. Employment and an allowance Apprenticeship ... 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 John White, boatswain Rachell Barnes - Robert Pickering, surgeon Allowance of wages - Wages of her servant Alexander Hixe. Re-employment as surgeon - 33 33 33 33 33 33 „ 28 John Ersfield - Employment as factor „ 275 33 33 William Doyly - - Gregory (or George) Clement - Same - - - Same - 33 33 33 33 Richard Haynes, son of the master Employment as a writer „ 278 Dec. 1 of Merchant Taylors’ School. James Bickford ... His wages „ 286 Alexander Coachman Employment as purser’s mate or 33 33 33 33 James Bickford - Sibilla, wife of James Rynd steward. Interest on wages forborne Wages of her husband, a preacher - „ 288 „ 289 George Buttery - His wages - 33 33 Peter Bell, purser - 40/. stayed from his wages 33 33 „ 3 Richard Adcombe - Entertainment as apprentice „ 291 Robert Cooeley - Employment as factor „ 292 33 33 „ 5 Edward Plommer Mary Jackson ... Same - - - Her brother, William [sic George] 33 33 „ 295 Thomas Reynolds, purser Cokayne’s estate. Repayment of money disbursed „ 296 33 33 „ 8 John Pilchai’d - William Knightly - Employment as factor Employment .... „ 297 „ 302 Gunners of the Royal James, Harbour wages - „ 304 „ 10 Jonas, Star, and Eagle. Alice Alexander, widow Charity - - - „ 332 33 33 Elizabeth Mallard, widow Margery Parfect, widow - Same - Same - 33 >3 33 33 33 33 Joane Howell, widow Lucy Bayly, widow Same - - Same - 33 33 33 33 Nicholas Byxe ... Employment as factor - 33 33 Christopher Snell Same - 33 33 John Cole - - - Same - - - 33 33 William Perkins - - Employment as common man 33 33 33 33 John Dickman - Employment as surgeon „ 333 33 33 ~ Mary Hartly - Her husband’s pepper and wages - 33 33 „ 12 Nicholas Woolley - Employment as factor „ 307 33 33 Edward Lee, the Com pany’s A gratification - 33 33 33 33 solicitor. Adam Bowen - - Increase of wages - 33 33 „ 15 Abraham Chamberlain One Bixe to go as factor - „ 309 33 33 — Brownlowe - - - Employment as factor - 33 33 33 33 Nicholas Challicombe - Estate of John Challicombe, deceased 33 33 EAST INDIES 225 Date. Name of Petitioner. Subject of Petition. Reference. 1623. Court Min. Bk. Dec. 15 - Widow of Pcrcival Hudson - Money due to her husband VI., p 309 99 99 - The Company’s secretary - A gratification for 1^ years’ service 99 310 9 17 - John Ilinchley - To go to the Indies as master or a 99 313 passenger. 99 99 - — Friday, a preacher - His indigo • 99 314 99 19 - Tichburne, the solicitor - Money disbursed - 99 317 99 99 - Gabriel Hawley - Employment in the Indies 99 99 99 99 - Arthur Clifford - Allowance for 2 hhds. of nutmegs - 99 318 99 99 - Jane Herbert - Part of her son’s wages 319 99 99 - Robert Tellowe - - Remission of a fine imposed by the 99 99 President. 99 99 - Ann, wife of Samuel Jenkins - Part of her husband’s wages 99 320 99 99 - Francis Haldanby - - Employment as a soldier 99 99 99 99 - Alice Ramsey - Relief for the deserted child of 99 99 Lawrence Peters. 99 23 - Jeremy Sambrooke • - Increase of wages - 99 321 99 99 - Thomas Chancey - - Same - 99 322 99 99 - William Waulker, porter - - Same ------ 99 99 99 99 - Thomas Teggin - Recompense for assisting the beadle 99 99 in warming the general courts. 99 99 - John Grimston, beadle - Consideration for the hire of Teggin 99 99 99 99 - Nicholas Woolley - “ Place of purser’s mate 99 324 1623. Names of Persons admitted and sworn Free Brethren of the East India Company. Date. Free Brethren. To whom bound. By Fine or otherwise. Reference. 1623. July 23 Thomas Purselow The Earl of Devonshire - 10s. to the poor box Court Min. Bk. YI. 25 „ 25 Jean Turetine, merchant, of - - 50/., and 10s. to the 31 Aug. 1 Genoa, and kinsman of Bur- lamacbi. William Ashwell Alderman Johnson - poor box. 30s. to the poor box 39 „ 27 Thomas Elton - Mr. Maddox, deceased - 10s. to the poor box 89 Sept. 10 John De la Barr - - - 20/. - - - 115 „ 19 Lucas Corsellis - - 50/., and 10s. to 129 Oct. 8 John Kepp _ _ _ „ poor box. 100 marks, and 10s. 164 „ 10 William De Yischer _ — _ to poor box. 40/., and 20s. to poor 175 „ 31 Richard Abbott . Mr. Nevill box. 10s. to poor box - 217 Nov. 26 Thomas Leatham - - 5/. to poor box 278 Dec. 5 Richard Bootliby - -■ Robert Offlcy, haberdasher 10s. to poor box - 295 99 99 Samuel Cooley - “ John Poole, mercer 10s. to poor box - P 226 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1623 . Transfers of Adventures in the East India Company. Date. From To Amount. Name of Stock. Reference. 1623. July 4 Sir John Merrick Richard Swift £ 1,000 Second joint stock Court Min. Bk. VI. 9 „ 18 Sir Francis Blundell William Spurstowe - 500 Same - 22 „ 23 Edmund Tyringham Henry Whittaker - 500 Same 25 Aug. 4 Peter Richaut Robert Smith - - 2,000 Same - 45 Robert Smith Harnman Claxton - 2,000 Same 33 „ 6 William Burrell - Isaac Van Payne - 700 Same - 51 „ 8 Jaques Oyles - Samuel De Vischer - 1,500 Same 53 Sept. 3 Ellis Crispe Nicholas Crispe - 1,333. 6s.8J. Same - 102 Robert Bateman, treasurer Thomas Symmons - 506 Same 33 33 33 Theophilus Breerton William Farrar - 1,350 Same - 33 Doctor Raven William Hubbert - 500 Same 33 „ 19 Nicholas Crispe John Rand - - 333. 6s. 8 d. Same - 131 Oct. 1 Robert La Barr - John La Barr - - 500 Same 144 Nov. 7 Henry Fisher Sir Humphrey Lynn - 2,600 Same - 230 „ 12 William Beareblock, de- James Beareblock - 1,000 Same 251 „ 21 ceased. Sir Henry Tichburne Lucas Corsellis 400 Same - 264 „ 26 Mary Fettiplace, deceased Thomas Latham - - 800 - 279 Richard Lambe - ' Milcach Hare - - 800 Second joint stock 53 Dec. 10 Peter Priaulx - John Kepp - - 200 Same 331 Jeremy Fisher, deceased Giles Debutt - - 800 Same - 35 12 Jeremy Fisher, deceased James Jacobson - - 300 Same - - 307 Edward Lee Richard Edwards - 50 Same 308 Peter Priaulx J ohn Kepp - 200 Same - 33 „ 17 John Banger James Ilughesson - 200 Same 316 23 Mary Farrar, widow Thomas Keightly - — Same 322 33 Nicholas Farrar - Same - 1 " ” Same - 323 1624. Jan. 2-5. 381 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Capt. Weddell’s desire to have Mr. Willen rather than Mr. Copland for preacher referred. Messrs. Venn and Stone discharged from underwriting for a dividend. Motion of Sir William Throckmorton, brother to Lady Dale, concerning his sister’s business ; answered that his Majesty having granted a commission to end the same, it became not this Court to decline that course, but to attend the issue thereof. Gratification of 4 1 . to Thomas Parr, for copying out the examinations in Lady Dale’s business, containing 160 sheets. Bond of Bickford, lately returned out of the Indies, to be delivered to him. Capt. Weddell informed the Court that he had mustered 214 men aboard the Great James, but that the most part of them have no clothes; the ship to be paid on Thursday next, but none to receive pay except such as shall have their clothes aboard. On the entreaty of a worthy gentle¬ man, brother to “ Lord Aburgayney,” the estate of Thos. Bromley, deceased, late the Company’s servant, to be paid to his brother. Jacob Here win, a stranger, but a free denizen, to have his freedom, paying 100 marks fine. Information that the Company’s new year’s gifts are well accepted, and that his Majesty had expressed himself EAST INDIES. 227 1624. well satisfied with the benefit the kingdom received by the trade of the East Indies. The committee to conclude with Kerridge con¬ cerning his entertainment. Mr. Governor much grieved that Hurte, a man recommended by him, should give any just cause to be questioned; he is called in and told of his want of due respect to Mr. Deputy ; ordered that the business be suspended. Mr. Ellham to attend wholly to the Company’s letters to the Indies. Messrs. Venn and Parkhurst to furnish green and crimson satins to be sent to the Indies ; the best choice of those colours is in the Low Countries. The cloths ready, and part of the quicksilver. Elephants’ teeth and tapestry to be provided. Jan. 5.—Oaths taken by the auditors, Ralph Handson, Roger Gifford, and Thos. Colthurst, to proceed with two pair of books at once ; the Company’s debts, rate of interest, price of ryalls, and the like to be kept secret; and because the work was great, the opinion was to begin with the second stock, theffirsfybeing ended in that; Mr. Eyans, the fourth auditor, to attend on Wednesday to meet the rest of the auditors. Report of Mr. Deputy that the committee appointed for that purpose had conferred with Mr. Kerridge, and had come to an issue, if the Court approved, that he should serve the Company three years in the Indies for 400/. per annum ; 100/. to set him to sea, and 300/. gratification at the end of four years; that he shall deliver 1,000/. to the Company, for which if he survive four years he shall receive 2,000/., but if he die, only 1,000/.; he shall forbear all private trade and hinder it in others by all possible means, and shall have the like commission that the President at Bantam had. After some conference with Kerridge, the Court ratified the above-recited agreement, and represented the Company’s love and good opinion towards him, the necessity of his restraining private trade, and the damage which hath happened to the Company by ripping open bales and embezzling calicoes, for prevention whereof he was desired to take care ; and it was ordered that a new article be inserted in the sea commission, to be read once every month, that if any damage in that kind shall accrue to the Company, the mariners shall give satisfaction out of their wages. The services recommended to Mr. Kerridge are that he should settle the trade at Surat, the business of the Red Sea, the affairs of Ormuz, and the Persian trade, some of which might perhaps require his presence. Two months’ imprest to be allowed the mariners at the discretion of Capt. Weddell. The committee to view Messrs. Andrews, Burlamachi, and Corsellis and Sir Francis Crane’s tapestries, and buy “ the best and best cheap.” Anthony Varneworthy, propounded for a factor, to be inquired of further. Sir Humphrey Handford to be satisfied why the Company gave 6s. the dollar to the widow of Isaac Steevenson; and to make a report in the business of Capt. Bonner. Mr. Lord, a preacher, referred to another time. Henry Bate, lately returned from the Indies, to have his bond cancelled and his freedom of the Company. Minutes of a meeting to consider of commodities to be sent to Surat upon this fleet. It was thought fit to add to the first pro¬ portions ten pieces of velvets (mostly crimson), ten suits of tapestry, P 2 228 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1624. also ten chests, and six blocks of tin, and vermillion according to former years. \Eight pages. Court Minute Bk, VI., pp. 333-341.] Jan. 6. Batavia. 382. The grievances of the Committee of the English East India Company delivered to General Peter de Carpentier and the Com¬ mittee of the Netherland East India Company in the fort of Batavia, 6 Jan. 1623-4. “ We will not censure, but reason moveth us to conceive that this State doth exasperate both inhabitants and strangers, Christians and heathen, unto estranged conversations towards our nation, who being survilely overawed by your displea¬ sure, though they dare not express the same in plain terms, yet do manifest as much in all their demeanours, and shun both personal civilities and mutual commerce, unless urgent necessity occasion either the one or the other ”; so that though they seem to have free trade, no man comes to their house to buy or sell anything that can be gotten or vended elsewhere. Your restraint of trade either by threatened force or intolerable exactions, your pretended or rather sought-for quarrels with the Chinese, to the subversion of that trade, and your unreasonable imposts in Batavia, approve our residence in this place to be rather a prison than a place of free trade, and well may be the forerunner to further mischiefs if not in time prevented ; like¬ wise your usurped authority, your worse than heathenish persecution, in course of pretended justice; your more than uncivil upbraiding us with the lie in council, are such arguments of danger that both reason and religion bid us beware and use the most honest and lawful prevention for the preservation of our employers’ estate and our own safeties. These capital causes, tending to the dishonour of our nation and the utter ruin of our employers’ estates, we have hitherto with unwonted patience suffered, through the hope that now at last they would cease, seeing that all material points of difference have been referred into Europe; but your unjust and disgraceful pro¬ ceedings on Saturday last, the 3rd January, “ in this petty business for our blacks’ housing,” pulling down their houses without warning, and then appointing us a place to build others, and having almost half finished the same, commanding us to leave off, as though you made it your pastime to vex us, and put our masters to further charge, and other such like occasions, admonish us that this is no place for us to continue to reside in. Therefore our request is that we may peaceably depart, with all that belongeth to us, so soon as we may provide some other place of residence; whereunto we expect your friendly answer, “ without accustomed invections.” Endorsed, “Copy of our grievances delivered the Dutch 6 Jan. 1623, with a request for freedom to depart from Jacatra.” [ One page and a half. O.C., Vol. X., Xo. 1139.] Jan. 6. Batavia. 383. Another copy of the above. Endorsed, “ English protest against the Dutch, delivered to the General, Peter de Carpentier,- No. 8,” and in Bradshaw’s hand, “ Left by Mr. Tompson by the Com tee for Foreign Affairs, 4° Feb. 1651-2.” [One page and a half. East Indies, Vol. Ill, No. 1.] Jan. 7. 384. Court Minutes of the East India Company. Complaint of the Generality that some of the committees trust out the Company’s EAST INDIES. 229 1624. goods over desperately; also of Mrs. Salmon, late wife of Capt. Bonner, about the payment of money due to her husband and to the widow of Isaac Stephenson. William Whaley, who had for¬ merly forgotten himself in slighting the Company’s gift of 10/. for his leg lost in their service, acknowledged his fault; said 10/. to be paid to him. Letter from Mr. Misselden, dated Amsterdam, 13 Dec. 1623, read, requesting a copy of the Company’s letter to the Mayors, concerning the entrance into the present treaty with them, and relating that the Mavors are to have their meetings in Zealand for two years next, and it will fall out inconvenient for the treaty, in respect his occasions require his attendance at Delft in Holland. It was conceived they shall be forced to use the help of the Lord Ambassador to procure from the States a commission to some particular persons to treat with the English Commissioners at Am¬ sterdam, and end if they may; but this motion found impediment. It was resolved to demand 70,000 ryals for the injuries done in the Moluccas; and as concerning Jacatra, Misselden fears that the point, being handled by the Dutch by virtue of their pretended sove¬ reignty, will stand upon the point de jure and not de facto, and that the Chinese demanding justice of the Dutch, they could not deny them, and notwithstanding that the English had appealed from the sentence according to the treaty, yet the Dutch did not admit thereof, but proceeded to the execution of the sentence: ordered that the Secretary intreat Sir Henry Marten to draw up a case in obscure terms, whereupon good advice may be taken both here and in the Netherlands, that the Company’s Commissioners may be there directed how to proceed. Information from Mr. Barlow that the Dutch press for security for their pepper to be brought by the English out of the Indies, according to last year’s treaty, but that the security required is of “ such quality as no prince in Christendom will except untoit will therefore be fit that the English demand for security for the monies due to then), “ all their people here in London, to be bound persons and goods.” Mr. Barlow to advertise the Dutch, that the Company expects that they should send men authorised to treat concerning said assurance. Mr. Kerridge informed that if his stay in the Indies be longer than his covenanted time, his allowance shall be in all respects in pro¬ portion. Messrs. Lord, Benson, and Morehouse present their services as preachers into the Indies, the Court having particular recom¬ mendation of Mr. Lord from Dean White, under whom he served as curate, and from Mr. Slmte, and others; entertained him at 60/. per annum for five years ; he is to give bond not to exercise any private trade, and appointed to preach on Sunday sennight at Great St. Helen’s, and to take for his text, “ Have no fellowship with the works of darkness, but rather reprove them.” Complaint again made of the disorder aboard the ships outward bound; ordered that those that lie not aboard by night shall not be allowed victuals or wages. Oath taken by Thomas Eyans as auditor. [ Four 'pages. Court Minute Booh. VI., Mo. 341-344.] Jan. 8. 385 . John Facye to the East India Company. Death of Thomas Surat. Read (purser); confused state of his books; he kept all things to 230 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1624. himself, by Charles Wood’s counsel. Sends book of 'wills, inven¬ tories of dead men. and some run away at Ormuz. Mr. Billings, formerly purser of the Whale, is placed purser of the Reformation, bound for Bantam. Endorsed, “John Facie, purser’s mate in the Reformation.” [One page. O.O., Vol. X., Xo. 1140.] Jan. 386. Extract of letter from Ispahan, delivered by the Bewin- Ispahan. thebbers to [Robt.] Barlow at Amsterdom, and by hiui sent to the East India Company. That the Portugals came by night with rowing vessels under the castle of Ormuz, and shortly was the Reformation and two Moors ships set on fire. The Moot's were wholly burnt, but the fire in the English ship was quenched by the help of the Netherlander. She was in the greatest peril, having all her men sick, to the number of 40; and the Netherlands’ ship (the Huesduna) left her 16 men to bring her to Surat. [Dutch. Half a page. O.O., Yol. X., Xo. 1141.] Jan. y^. 387. Translation of the preceding. [Half a page. O.C.,VoI. X., Xo. 1142.] Jan. 9-16. 388. Court Minutes of the East India Company. Xo man to lx? suffered to let his account run out all the year long. In case Messrs. Misselden and Barlow cannot execute the treaty in Zealand, the' States to be moved by the Lord Ambassador to authorise the Company there to appoint two commissioners to treat at Amsterdam. Mr. Barlow to make known to the Dutch that if they stand upon security for bringing home their pepper they must give the like for the Company’s monies. Request of John Holloway concerning in¬ terest. The secretary to attend Sec. Calvert, with the earnest re- quest of the Company, that he will move the King forthwith for his licence to build forts in the Indies. Capt. Fowkes recommended by Sir H. Mere, under whom he served in Bohemia, to command in the Company's intended fort in the Indies ; he demanded 150?. per annum, which the Court thought too great a salary “ neither did they think it fit to send a captain till they had a fortnotwith¬ standing, to prevent others that might perhaps be of less merit, and yet procure strong recommendation, the Court were content to speak with him on Monday next. Petition of Phillip Hill, recommended by his Majesty, for a lieutenant’s place. Request of Mr. Clitherowe that he mav send his son Robert into the Indies, under the care of Mr. Iverridge, upon like terms for his passage as had been granted to Mr. Towerson's son. John Cappur to draw up the articles between the Company and Mr. Iverridge. Muster taken by Capts. Weddell and Clevenger; 190 men aboard the Admiral, and 14 aboard the Vice-Admiral; to begin to pay imprest on Monday next, and care to be taken as to the mariners’ sureties, for it is said that divers that are contented to victual aboard, do give out that thev will not go the voyage. Complaint of excessive expense of victuals aboard the ships outward bound ; the pursers to send home their accoimts. The letters for the Indies to be made ready, and Mr. Ellam to attend at the Courts on the usual days. Jan. 12.—Motion on behalf of Thomas Wade and the orphans of Mr. Gelstropp, deceased, concerning their dividends in cloves and EAST INDIES. 231 1624. calicoes. The present price of cloves not to be abated. Mr. De- crowe’s account concerning the joint stock of the United Company delivered to the solicitor, for the better defending of the suit with Decrowe. Offer of Bishop, a jeweller, to sell two rich pearls weighing 18 carats a piece, and other jewels ; to be considered, the Court remembering that good profit had formerly accrued by pearls. Charge for interest on bills to be taken off Sir William Garroway not to be charged with interest due on bills, the Company having been beholden to him for forbearance of moneys to as great a value. Examination of the accounts of Edward Pike, deceased ; also of his brother, George Pike, who had also served the Company as a factor at Surat; to be allowed 4s. per ryal, notwithstanding his brother’s private trade, in regard Edward Pike lost his life in the Company’s affairs. Request of Mr. Lanman, “ now ready to proceed with his books,” for the accounts of Edward Seagar and of John Lamprier, who supplies the place of purser general in John Young’s stead. Report of Mr. Munnes that the Governor is very weak and ill, being much grieved at a message sent him from Sir Randall Cranfield, “ which was to have his money, or otherwise he would come by it how he couldthis, Mr. Governor conceived, had relation to Sir Randall’s adventure, but Mr. Munnes understood it of his dividend ; if it be his dividend the warrant is to be forthwith delivered to him. Complaints concerning the miscarriage of divers at the committee of the generality for pursers’ business. A General Court to be called, “ both to set out the diligence of the committees in point of reforma¬ tion, and to question the miscarriage of some particular committee.” Order to be given to the factors in India to forbear to use lime for whiteing of calicoes, which burns the cloth and disgraces the use thereof, whereas it would be whited in three or four days more in the open air. Motion of Kerridge on behalf of John Norris as a writer at Surat; some thought the Company already over charged with factors, others that the Company hath been ill served by factors made of mariners, and .would be still if able factors were not sent from hence; resolved that a note of the factors already entertained be presented to the next Court, when Norris and one Varneworthy shall both receive answer. Jan. 14.—Order concerning the sending of Mr. Clitherowe’s son to the Indies. Augustine Spaldinge’s wages may supply his adventure so far as they will go. Concerning Sir Randall Cranfield’s message to the Governor (see above) ; messenger sent to his house, but found him not at home. Advice of a parcel of coral sent to Roanne for the Company’s use. Concerning the money claimed by the widow of Mr. Baffin, late master of the London, deceased in the Indies, for her husband’s estate; the pretence was for 83 ol .; ordered by general consent that she shall have 500/.. in full of all demands, provided that Robt. Bourne, who is authorized “there¬ unto, together with the said late wife of Baffin and her present husband shall join in a discharge to the Company; also that the woman, being in years and deaf, had made an unequal choice, and a man not of the best governed, the Court promised so to work with the husband that some honest means may be allotted her out of 232 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1624. the same.” On the petition of Beversham to ship out his indigo, the Court wished him to examine his carriage towards them, and then judge whether he deserved the favour or not; and it must also be remembered that he let go Buy Frere, the late general of the Portu¬ gal fleet at Ormuz; referred for consideration. Andrew Evans, formerly master of the Ann, to be master of one of the pinnaces. Letter read from Mr. Barlow with demands of the Dutch of “ many petty sums” due to them from the Company, amounting to 2,847 1. ; answer to be returned that what can be proved to have been received to the Company’s use they will pay. Note read of the names of all the factors entertained to go in these ships. John Norris entertained as a writer for seven years. Pruson to see the Company’s books in presence of one of the auditors and Mr. Lanman. Mr. Deputy and two others to attend Mr. Attorney and Sir John Walter concerning the business of Ball in the Star Chamber. Mr. Guy, an examiner in the Star Chamber, to be gratified to the value of 40s. in calicoes. Capt. Gerrard Fowkes again offers his services to command in the intended fort in the Indies; resolution to give him 200 marks per annum ; he desires time to consider. Demand of Henry Bate for 303 ryals disbursed in the Bear rejected. Provision of cloth to be furnished from the Lady Craven, where the best conditioned is to be had. Offer of three samples of tapestry at 31. and 4 1. the Flemish ell; too high priced. Gratuities to Messrs. Graves and Coxe, the keepers of the council chamber door. Motion of Mary Cokayne about her brother’s estate; Messrs. Browne and Bownest to take a review of the business and report to the Court. Jan. 16.—Letter received from the directors of the [Dutch] East India Company dated y r - Jan., to be translated against next Court. Concerning the payment of money from Mrs. Harrison for so much charged to her late husband’s account. Mary Cokayne attended with “ one of the secundaries of the counter,” and Mr. Davies, a lawyer, and desired to be heard: ordered that Mr. Lanman deliver unto them ' • the truth of the case, and if they’be not satisfied therewith, let her take her course. Mr. Lord, lately entertained to go a preacher, having given testimony of his sufficiency by a sermon preached at St. Helens, to have 20 1. to buy him books, and two months’ pay by way of imprest. The opinion of Sir Horatio Yere to be asked about Capt. Fowkes. John Parker, a youth whose father died in the Company’s service, entertained, on Capt. Love’s recommendation. Discussion and agree¬ ment with Mr. Roe, last master of the Star, to go master in the same ship at 71. per month, to take the son of Capt. Parker, deceased in the Company’s service, into his care. Draught articles between the Company and Mr. Kerridge read, concerning his intended employ¬ ment at Surat; to have priority of Mr. Rastell; he expects to be the prime man at Surat, where he wished to settle, and that Mr. Rastell might go to Ormuz ; the Court pressed Kerridge to go for Ormuz and begin a factory there, who answered Rastell might do the business in Persia as well as he, for that he for his part is utterly unacquainted either how to deal with princes or how to treat with a people whom he understands not, nor they him, and thought a fitter man than either might be thought upon, and named Methwold; EAST INDIES. 233 1624. the Court said they did not expect he should treat with the King of Persia, for the Governor of Shiraz would suffice, besides the Court was informed that Capt. Weddel offers to undertake to treat and to settle the trade of Ormuz, if the Company will allow him but 200£. above covenant, so flexible he holds the Persian and apt to entertain the English. Kerridge contented to treat with the Gover- nor of Shiraz, and promised his best endeavours for the settling of the trade, but desired he might be authorized to have priority of Rastell, which the Court yielded unto, only they desired Kerridge so to carry it as might give least offence, who also promised that if Rastell shall refuse to go for Ormuz he will then take the business and settle it to the best of his skill. “ The Court was very careful to endeavour the settling of Ormuz, and to gain the trade which the Portugals had formerly in that place, and were of opinion that if the Company had once estabished a factory there they should have both silk and other commodities brought thither in barter for Surat commodities.” Kerridge to be careful to send away the ships as he can get them laden, except where the safety of the fleet is respected, the stay of the ships being over chargeable to the Company. Knives, feathers, and strong waters to be sent in these ships. James Reymond, a boy little of growth but of extraordinary forwardness, Avliose father lost his life in the Company’s service, to be entertained. [Nineteen 'pages. Court Minute Booh, VI., pp. 345-365.] Jan. 17. 389. Chamberlain to Carleton. Thinks Sir Robert Sherley with London. his Persian wife have come out of the clouds, as he cannot learn where Sherley has been all this while. Hears his request for an audience in quality of an ambassador is granted at Newmarket, because he lies not far off at his sister’s, Lady Crofts, “ the best retreat and means he hath here.” [Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CL VII I., No. 33, Cal, p. 149.] Jan. 17 ? 390. [The President and Council] to the East India Company. Advised them at large of the state of their affairs on 15 Dec. last [1623] by the Royal Exchange and the Elizabeth. Enclose copies of their protests against the Dutch in Batavia and Amboyna [see ante, Nos. 364, 377] to be delivered to Governor Speult, and are resolved to call their people from thence, as formerly advised. Have referred all their controversies with the Dutch into England, being utterly hopeless to bring them to any reason here. This pinnace is dispeeded expressly with advice. The General has been very irresolute whether to send her or no ; but may be, he did it of purpose to pre¬ vent us from sending largo advices by her that they might complain first. Their jealousy is such that they dare not trust their letters with us, “ measuring our actions by their own sinister practices.” Have refused to sign the receipts sent to them by the General for spices and powder, because they are false and unjust. Explanations “ so that the lavish expences, and gifts of the Governor, their exploits abroad upon particular conquests, their particular buildings brought upon account of fortification and gallies, tingans, Ac., brought to account, * * * will amount unto twice as much as in equity we ought to contribute ” ; and are constrained to pay for their one third of spices more than the Dutch for their two thirds. Cargo of 234 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1624. the Exchange in pepper and cloth to the value of 72,751 ryals, and of the Elizabeth in pepper, spices, and tamarinds, to the value of 70,884 ryals. Jesson in the Coaster has gone up the river (of Jambi) for the rest of the Anne’s lading, but of the Bee and Bear he writes not. Intend to despatch the Anne for England if she arrive in time, but if it be the middle of March before she can be made ready the seamen will be very unwilling to go in her, being unprovided of clothes to keep them warm, and fearful to meet with foul weather upon our coast. Coarse clothes should be sent to encourage them to undertake the voyage at any time. Fear the Discovery will not come fully laden from Acheen, as there are so many Dutch on the coast of Sumatra. Great want of “stuff” to trim the ships, especially the Moon, Ruby, Diamond, and Unity. [Two pages, mutilated and imperfect. O.G., Vol. X., Xo. 1133.] Jan. 17. 391. Extract of letter from Thomas Brockedon, Henry Hawley, Batavia. and John Goninge to the East India Company, with marginal notes in Italian. The Dutch have delivered a general account of the charges of the Moluccas, Amboyna, and Banda, which are now sent. Remarks on the different items. In every particular unreasonable to allow a certain sum for soldiers and fortifications, but all other excesses should be rejected; their new buildings in Banda amount to an excessive sum. Excessive gifts and extraordinaries given without our knowledge ought all to be overviewed ; the expense of the Gover¬ nor’s table and riotous shooting of powder no way tolerable. There should be a moderation of taxes and rating; and a narrow examina¬ tion of all the accounts, being so generally full of exactions. The second year’s account amounts to more than the first. Arrival of the Discovery on the 14th from Sumatra with only 317 bahars of pepper. Great hope that the Abigail will get her lading. In reference to the money owing the Company in Pooloroon. The reason Mr. Welden did not demand the debts owing at the time the Pooloroonese were attacked was that at the cruel torturing of the Pooloroonese the Governor Sonck exceedingly urged them to confess whether the English were not accessory in their pretended treason against the Hollanders, and knowing the Governor to bo his enemy, Welden had just cause to doubt of his safety, if he should at that time have given the least occasion of distaste. The Dutch may well make good said debts, out of the great quantity of gold found amongst “ those miserable people of Pooloroon, whereof the Governor (by report) had no small share.” It will be seen that spices can be bought better cheap in England than the Dutch offer them here. Thus “ they daily invent one new device or other to heap charge upon you.” [Six pages. O.C., Vol. X., Xo. 1144.] Jan. 17. 392. Henry Hawley to Thomas Keightley. Refers to letters Batavia. sent by the Elizabeth and Exchange which departed the 15th Dec. His most material cause of writing is to signify the state of their trade in union with the Dutch. Unless their “ potent and partial” constructions of the agreement of 1619 be rectified in Europe confusion will follow. Before Batavia the Dutch keep never less than 20 ships ; the Piscadores are fortified with 15 or 16 ; the Mo¬ luccas with six, seven, or eight; and Masulipatam and Pulicat with EAST INDIES. 235 more or less. Hath any man reason to conceive that this excessive charge can he maintained with the trade of three ships ? As for their plantations, the best of their people are Chinese, and their burghers being such of their own nation as are married with “ the scum sent out of Holland,” or with the Indians, prove the worst neighbours merchants can desire. These things move him to consider that the greatest of their inconveniences is their union with the Dutch, for howsoever it seems necessary, first, for security, secondly, for ac¬ commodation of trade, and thirdly, for participation in the Moluccas, &c., these are but delusions. First, they not only live in suspicion throughout all India, in respect of this confederacy with such noto¬ rious tyrants and encroachers, but are every day in danger in their own persons from their feigned friends. Secondly, it is apparent that all their agreements “are but as nets to entangle poor knats.” Thirdly, the variety of devices in strange stratagems and strained governments will make our own Pooloroon prove more available than all we shall enjoy with the Dutch. Why they have hastened their resolution to remove from this place. The Dutch “ upon every sleeveless pretence ” make whom they list their enemies, and forbid us from trade with them, as they have done with China, Bantam, and Ceram, whose people they exasperate with the most barbarous cruelties. These things must be prevented in Europe, and so ordered that each may freely pass into all parts of India (the Moluccas, &c. only excepted). Pooloroon will stand us in good stead for spices, yet for cloves the Dutch most be agreed with, whose store is far more than the world can consume, or the Spaniards. It is resolved against the spring to send a ship to Tanjore and plant a factory there. If Molucca spices cannot be obtained, trusts some good order will be taken for replanting in Pooloroon. This foimdation being laid, viz., first, that all parts of India may be free ; secondly, that their projects for fortification and commerce with Bantam may succeed ; thirdly, that Pooloroon may be restored; and lastly, that Tanjore fail them not, it will follow of necessity that the Dutch “ must change their copy,” or the English will sink them in all their designs. Then it will be necessary that ships of greatest burden pass to and from England, and only small vessels be kept in India for expedition. (Postscript.)—The China Ambassadors have been pub¬ licly feasted by the General, and they purpose before going, to commune with them of their willingness of friendly commerce. A principal point to be handled in Europe, is that peaceable trade be free for all that are not professed enemies. It is likewise to be remembered that order and Christian duties in these heathenish parts should shine as the diadem over all the rest, for which cause a religious and well-qualified teacher ought not to be neglected, whose words and works concur. Mr. Wren intends not to stay above one year. “The Univerity aboundeth with excellent men that want means, but unless his preaching be in deeds as in doctrine, I wish rather none, for a dissolute head must needs have a diseased body.” Wishes to be furnished with a prescription of Statutes, Acts, Ordi¬ nances, and orders fit for this trade and government. Hears (“and not improbably ”) that the Dutch intend some mischievous plot to ruin them; but will prevent “ their longing for opportunity, if the 236 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1624 Devil himself sit not at the stern to pick occasions where none is offered.” Very much mutilated by damp; in parts illegible. - [Seven pages. O.C., Vol. X., No. 1145.] Jan. 19. 393. Court Minutes of the East India Company. One hundred cloths to be sent for Ormuz, of stammels, greens, and other light colours. Browne, master of the Star, having rudely said he would not lie aboard, is discharged from the Company’s service. Complaint of Capt. Clevenger of the Jonas, that his ship is abridged of the wonted proportion of cider. Capt. Clevenger, of the Jonas, and Mr. Swanley, master of the Great James, promised to amend their fault in not lying aboard their ships ; Capt. Weddell and Mr. Johnson to be warned to receive the like charge at the next Court. Com¬ plaint that vagrants thrust themselves aboard the Company’s ships and consume the victuals; ordered that the pursers require the names of those that eat. Mr. Deputy reported Mr. Attorney General’s readiness to advise and assist the Company in the suits against George Ball in the Star Chamber and Chancery, as also that both he and Sir John Walter refused any fee for the same. Nomination of Messrs. Roe and Roberts in place of Mr. Browne, for master of the Star ; to attend on Monday next. Concerning the estate of Harrison, late the Company’s treasurer. Letter read from Mr. Beversham, late master of the Lion, wherein he labours to excuse himself of having given way to the escape of Ruy Frere, prisoner at the taking of Ormuz, but speaks nothing of bringing in his indigo, &c. Letter also read from Mr. Barlow that “ the Dutch intend to hold the Com¬ pany hard to it,” and that they claim divers petty sums. Mr. Ellam to require an account current from Barlow for monies and goods received. Suit of John Holloway renewed, to take off 4607 interest charged to his account in the first joint stock, for six several reasons ; ordered that he be discharged of said interest. Petition of 21 grocers that divers parcels of pepper underwritten to be shipped out may be sold in town, for there is a want of pepper to serve the land; resolved not to give way to it. Mr. Swanley, master of the Great James, “fairly reprehended for not lying aboard;” “his answer was mild and full of respect, promising to amend that fault,” and the Court were content to allow him fresh victuals for his own table, but would not give way to such immoderate expence as had been. [Five page s. Court Minute Booh, VI., pp. 360-371.] Jan. 20. 394. Report [of Sir John Coke] to the Duke of Buckingham, “ concerning the spoils and depredations made in the Indies.” That the East India Company is possessed of goods taken from the Por- tugals at Ormuz and at sea, valued by themselves at 26,0007, and from the Chinese at 28,0007, besides the golden prize, stuff prize, date prize, rice prize, 17 pieces of ordnance, and the “ chalow junk,” unvalued ; the total cannot be so little as 100,0007 It is argued that these goods were taken either by piracy from friends or by reprisal from enemies, and if piratically taken, that both goods and ships are forfeited to his Grace, and the takers and their estates at his Majesty’s mercy ; but that if the goods were lawfully taken by reprisal, then a tenth is due to his Grace. Reasons against question¬ ing the Company for piracy: that it would dishonour the nation EAST INDIES. 237 1624. abroad; be doubtful against so great a Company; tend to the over¬ throw of the Company and trade; and prejudice his Majesty, who, besides the main support of his customs, hath by this Company a considerable strength by sea against any enemy; also in favour of compounding with the Company for tenths, which it is easier to obtain, and by encouraging seamen in those parts, may happily expel the Portugal and get the whole trade of the East into our hands. Also concerning the consul at Leghorn. [ Three pages. East Indies, Vol. Ill, No. 2.] Jan. 21-26. 395. Court Minutes of the East India Company. Choice made of crimson and other light colour velvets. Motion on behalf of Sir John Suckling, Comptroller of his Majesty’s house, that the money owing to him from the old stock may make good his arrears to the second joint stock; after serious dispute on both sides, the Court considered that he is “ a person of a quality,” and that a courtesy done him cannot be lost, and remitted the brokes, provided he forth¬ with made good his payments, with promise to pay duly hereafter. Message sent to “ a great person ” to pay in the arrear of his adven¬ ture, who told Mr. Deputy that if there were no remedy he would pay it, but if he should understand that any other adventurer were borne withall, of what quality soever, the Company must expect to hear of it. Letter read from the Dutch East India Company, dated 15 Jan. 1624 , that, whereas they are to pay to the English 23,000ryals, the assurance formally offered may be accepted, intimating that it may fall out that those ryals are already paid in the Indies. The Court took knowledge of no other assurance than Messrs. Croppen- bergh, father and son, which is no way equivalent with that required by the Dutch, and they cannot require less ; but if the Dutch think upon a more reasonable security of their parts, “ be it by charter- party or such like,” this Company is ready to meet with them in all friendly performance, and in a reciprocal quality according to the words of the treaty; Mr. Bownest to speak privately to Mr. Crop- penbergh concerning the same. John Ducy to have lodgings at Blackwall, late in the occupation of Mr. Fotherby. Complaints of the contents of the beef cask and of the undersized fish. One Cowper, earnestly recommended by Lord Annand [sic] and Mr. Attorney General, entertained steward’s mate ; as also Nicholas Woolley, who had before refused to go in other condition than factor. Complaint against David Geliy, purser’s mate in the Jonas, for slack attendance aboard, that he is a Frenchman, married to a jeweller’s daughter, and provides himself with money for private trade; he is to attend the next Court. Jan. 23.—Request of Mr. Hopkins, that whereas Lady Dale, in right of her late husband, owes him 600i., and is for assurance content to assign to him her adventure in the second joint stock, the Company would give way thereto; it was answered that they were to make good their own just pretences against Sir Thos. Dale, as well upon his stock as otherwise, and may not prejudice their legal proceedings with Lady Dale; also that the Dutch must be satisfied for monies taken out of their fort by Sir Thos. Dale. 238 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1624. Request of Thos. Wade and the orphans of Mr. Calthrop concerning the taking out of their dividends. Ordered that the ships should hasten and fall down to Gravesend, “ for that if the Portugal, as he is now provoked, should light upon the Company’s ships without this supply, it might be an occasion of great mischief.” Francis Cowper to go aboard the Star and acquaint himself with the work of steward’s mate, and deliver his answer after a week’s trial, which favour was shown him in respect he had been recommended by my Lord of Annand and Mr. Attorney General. Request of one Fish, sometime servant in the salting-house at Blackwall, for consideration for work done several nights and holidays; the Court gave him for answer that they will allow him nothing, for if he wrought some¬ times by night he was oftentimes spared by day. The names of the Scout and the Spy given to the two new pinnaces built for this voyage. The secretary forthwith to provide Capt. Weddell’s com¬ missions. Motion of Sherrington and partner concerning Mr. Taylor’s debt. Edwin Guy, late purser in the London, to receive his wages, as Mr. Bownest finds little matter to object against him. Jan. 16 (26).—As the Star cannot take in all the stores for Jacatra, the rest to be disposed of in the other ships. Concerning the desire of Mr. Prusson to see the pursers’ books which are kept by Mr. Munnes, which the auditors refuse to show, save what apper¬ tains to cordage, which the Court approved of, and ordered accord¬ ingly, provided they be shown in the presence of two auditors and Mr. Lanman, and that Prusson be not permitted to toss over the books at his pleasure. Report of Messrs. Style and Venn, that Sir Horatio Vere speaks much good of Mr. Fowkes, who is propounded for captain of the fort in the Indies, both for his sufficiency and good carriage as “ a sober, discreet young gentleman, and free from the vice of drunkening incident to soldiers, only he had never com¬ manded, but been a gentleman of a companyalso that Sir John Burlacy had seconded Sir Horatio’s good testimony, and Col. Ogle promised to give him such instructions as should make him more serviceable in his place. The Court rested satisfied upon these recommendations of the fitness of the man, but respited further proceedings until Fowkes declared whether he would accept the Company’s offer of 200 marks a year or not. Examination of Mr. Thornhill and John Walker in reference to the complaint of the smallness of the fish supplied to the Company. David Geliy, who went out purser’s mate in the Dolphin, and returned purser’s mate in the Lion, is questioned whether he hath not married since his entertainment a jeweller’s daughter, and is furnished with money and goods for private trade; he answered that he had married a French schoolmaster’s daughter, wherein he had committed an error against the orders of the Company; that his wife’s brother was a poor working jeweller, and that he was neither furnished with means nor instructions for private trade; with which answers the Court was satisfied. Report of Messrs. Abdy and Coxe, that they have given Humphrey Handford full satisfaction of the reasons inducing the Company to allow Stevenson’s widow 6s. per ryal and Capt. Bonner’s widow only 5s., and they think the Company EAST INDIES. 239 1624. will hear no more of it. Discussion about the sealing of a release to Mrs. Harrison in respect of her accounts. The stock of one Barkham, deceased (which was thought to be Mr. Decrowe’s money), to be detained for satisfaction of the sum of 400/-. in difference between Harrison and Decrowe. Mr. Soane’s account of moneys due to the Company for Buttall Wharf; to be examined. Mr. Wylcle, one of the factors of this fleet, to receive 30/. imprest. The desire of Mr. Kerridge to go in the Jonas and have the great cabin to himself, assented to. [ Eleven pages and a half. Court Minute Booh, VI., pp. 371-382.] Jan. 27. 396. Sec. Calvert to [Sec. Conway]. Encloses a petition from the East India merchants, upon which he requests Conway to ascer¬ tain the King’s pleasure. Remembers the business very well, having been one of the commissioners that treated with the States. What the merchants now desire was then agreed upon. [ Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CLVIII., No. 51, Cal., p. 153.] Jan. 27. 397. Sir William Cokayne, Raphe Freman, Nich. Leatt, Morris Abbott, Hum. Slany, Robt. Bell, Christ. Clitherow, and Rich. Yen to the Privy Council. Are sorry to observe their displea¬ sure about Capts. Gyles and Pett. Have long since paid Capt. Gyles two months’ entertainment more than his due. Contracted with Capt. Pett to build two pinnaces for 1,270/.; have paid his workmen and lent him great sums over and above his contract, and are ready to account with him, which he rejects. Request, therefore, reference to the Commissioners of Navy or whoever their Lordships shall appoint. [ Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CLVIII., No. 53 Cal., p. 153.] Jan. 28. 398. Court Minutes of the East India Company. Desire of Mr. Semper to take out two half capitals in calicoes, but the book being shut, for so small a quantity the Court will not open it. Complaint that some that took calicoes to ship out sell them in town. The Court, observing that Mr. Beversham, late master of the Lion, absents himself and slights the Company, resolved to procure a warrant from the Lords of the Council to fetch him, and question him as well for his breach of order as for the escape of Ruy Frere. David Geliy, purser’s mate in the Jonas, not to go further than Surat, for that having married a jeweller’s daughter, the Company are jealous lest he should fall to private trade. In reference to the employment of Capt. Fowkes ; he is called in and after discussion entertained as captain in their intended fort at 200 marks per annum, to begin at Midsummer next and to forbear private trade, but it was resolved not to send him until their next despatch for Jacatra. Request of Mr. Chamberlain to have 20 barrels of indigo to ship for France ; the Court, hopeful that the whole trade of indigo for France might be drawn this way, were of opinion that they might pleasure him. Henry Wheatley thought upon to supply the place of purser in the Great James, Thos. Thornborough, by some visitation of sickness, being unable to do service. Request of Thomas Bostock that he may continue tenant for certain lands at Deptford, at the rate of 40s. per acre, his ancestors having held it for 60 years : the 240 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1624. Company contented that he should hold it from year to year at that rent. Claim of Dr. Page to certain tithes from the Company for lands in Deptford. The Court retaining “ a worthy memory ” of Mr. Harrison, late treasurer of the Company, ordered that Mrs. Har¬ rison shall receive a quietus est and full discharge from the Company. Petition of the gunners of the Jonas, Star, and Eagle that they are denied each of them a servant, as in former voyages, but have boys thrust upon them ; resolved that these boys be sent as the gunners’ apprentices. Request of Mr. Lord, the preacher, to be allowed a boy to attend him the voyage ; was told he might make choice of sundry boys already shipped, whom he shall find apparelled to his hand, and when he came in the country he may take liking of some Indian boy, as others of his profession have done before him, with which answer he rested satisfied. [Five pages. Court Minute Bk., VI., pp. 382-387.] Jan. 28. 399. John Goninge and Joseph Cockram, in the name of the Batavia. President and Council, to General Pieter de Carpentier and Council, in answer to their acts of the -|--|tli and vrfth inst. In reference to the sums that the Pooloroonese were indebted to them during the time of Robt. Haies, as proved by the books of John Cartwright, factor, and the reasons said debts were not demanded at the time the Pooloroonese were apprehended and imprisoned, as Richard Welden and others have alledged ; that having intelligence that the Pooloroonese were often mainly urged “ upon the torture ” to confess whether the English were not accessory to their pretended treason, it puP them in no little fear; for if they should have accused the English, there had been as little favour to be expected as others, by woeful experience, have found at Amboyna, “ so that they attributed their deliverance to the great mercy of God, by giving such constancy to those miserable people, being otherwise impossible for flesh and blood to suffer such torments rather than to accuse the innocent.” May not accept the “ trifle ” of spices they offer in satisfaction of the Governor’s riotous expense of powder in Banda, except provi¬ sionally. Cannot sufficiently marvel that Governor Speult should now bring in new charges, never thought of in the time of [Geo.] Muschamp, for they never heard of the pinnaces Arnhem and Surat, and believe said charges to be inventions of the Governor’s. The English required to join in the charge, but denied to participate in the profit. Conjunction upon terms of such inequality altogether unfit, but these matters already referred into Europe. Know not what they mean by pernicious attempts, misdemeanors, insolencies, &c., or that they had ever cause to forewarn their people, much less to “ judge, to whip, to seize, to distrain, to confiscate, to torture, and to execute his Majesty’s subjects of Great Britain as your own vassals.” Suppose that the tractate which authorised us to cut timber to “ build * * * did also intend that our people should live in houses. Room is not so scant in the vast fields of Batavia that of necessity we must lodge our slaves in our own chambers. Neither are our blacks more dangerous than those other multitudes of the same rank, that scarce have a knife to offend. But it seems your eye is upon every occasion that may disaccommodate us, and you will play at small EAST INDIES. 241 1624. game rather than sit out.” These unkinclnesses presaging more dangerous consequences, persuade us to remove from hence, and have thought good in friendly manner to give notice thereof. Remark upon the 24th, 3rd, and 27th articles of the tractate concerning fortifications as contradictory. It were far better to shake hands in time than to [continue their brawjlings to the shame of themselves, their countries, and the religion they [profess]. [ Three pages and a quarter. Mutilated by damp; in parts illegible. O.G., Vol. X., No. 1146.] Jan. 28 ? 400. “ List of all the writings sent in this packet from Jacatra,” viz.:—Copy of general letter sent in the Exchange and Elizabeth. General account of the Moluccas, &c., in Dutch. Copy of grievances delivered the Dutch the 6th Jan. Acts in Dutch of W and Jany. Protests delivered the Dutch in Batavia, 12 Dec. 1623 ; against Governor Speult, sent to Amboyna per the Amsterdam ; and against the Dutch in Jambi. Letter directed to the Governor and Council. Particular letters to Thomas Keightley and to the honourable Com¬ pany. [Half a page. O.G ., Vol. X., No. 1147.] Jan. 30. 401. Sec. Conway to the East India Company. Requires their Newmarket, advice on an offer from the King of Persia for free trade, brought to his Majesty by Sir Robt. Sherley, whose expenses must be defrayed. [Minute. Conway’s Letter Bh., p. 104, Cal., p. 155.] Jan. 30. 402. Sec. Conway to Lord Treasurer Middlesex. Acquaints him Newmarket. with his letters to the East India and Turkey Companies, and re¬ quests him to consult with the merchants thereon. Concerning the defraying of Sir Robert Sherley’s expenses. [Minute. Conway s Letter Bh., p. 105, Cal., p. 155.] Jan. 30. 403. Court Minutes of the East India Company. Request of Allen Colly, purser’s mate of the James, for the place of purser, having understood that Thos. Thornborough is visited with sickness. Application of Mr. Soane, “ the city’s farmer of Buttall wharf,” for consideration of Iris pains taken in the collection of the Com¬ pany’s rents. Henry Wheatley, mate in the Jonas, chosen to go purser in the Great James ; Capt. Weddall prayed earnestly that Wheatley might be continued mate as before, but it being the general opinion that “ he is a spirit more than ordinary,” the Court conceived he is the fitter to make a purser, “ who, if he be a milksop, will be subject to continual abuse.” He was called in and ad¬ monished, but the Court was “ content to wink at his errors in his last return,” out of a hope that by his future diligence he will redeem what is past. The power of the pursers taken into consideration, and ordered that all the masters and pursers be at Court on Monday next. The excessive experice of the Company’s wine and powder discussed ; which the Court utterly misliked, and gave orders to forbear in future; only it was left to the discretion of masters to do honour to strangers of quality. Here it was remembered that the Ann, meet¬ ing Capt. Pring in the main and near no land, shot off 135 pieces; resolved to give masters and gunners particular charge to refrain that excess. The Great James drawing much water, and being now Q 242 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1624. deeply laden is to be carried to Tilbury. Motion of Capt. Weddall for 150 l. due to him by bond from Capt. Hall. Request of Messrs. Langham and Sherrington for 60?. for interest on account of Francis Taylor’s adventure in the first joint stock. Suit of John Holloway in reference to his bills ; Sir John Wild and Mr. Town Clerk to be made acquainted therewith. Concerning an order in Chancery in a cause between William Palmer, plaintiff, and John Garrett and Francis Waldoe, defendants, about an adventure in this Company. The coral expected at Hover to be sent in the ships. [Four pages and a half. Court Minute Booh, VI., pp. 387-392.] Feb. 3. 404. Court Minutes of the East India Company. Mr. Deputy and others to deliver to the Lords of the Council the petition against Beversham, and to inform their Lordships of his negligence in suffering Ruy Frere to escape. Letter from Mr. Misselden con¬ taining three particulars, first, whether the treaty shall be pursued at Amsterdam or in Zealand; secondly, what should be demanded for damage at the Moluccas, in both of which the Court had de¬ clared themselves ; and, thirdly, concerning a laAV case to be sent over, which Dr. Zouch had truly and ingeniously laid down copy to be sent to Mr. Misselden, and the secretary to draw a letter in answer to the said three particulars. Discussion as to the disposing of the factors in the several ships ; Kerridge has made choice of the great cabin in the Jonas, Capt. Weddall of that of the James, and Messrs. Muschamp and Clement to be accommodated in that of the Star, and Mr. Wild and Mr. Johnson (on account of his extraordinary height and the loAvness of the roundhouse) in that of the Eagle. Letter read from Sec. Conway, dated at Newmarket, Jan. 30, 1623-4, signifying his Majesty’s pleasure that the East Indian and Levant Companies should defray Sir Robert Sherley’s charges (Avho a few days past had audience as Ambassador from the Emperor of Persia), because they Avere like to reap the benefit of his negotiation, which he had apportioned at 4 1. per week for household expences, and 51. per week for house rent, and “ gave a touch that the Company were yet under the account of Ormuz ” of a declaration of my Lord Duke of Buckingham’s good affection to this Company, and his Avell wishing for the prosperity thereof. The Court fell into serious consideration of the business, and with it Avas remembered that Sir Robert came out of Persia seven years since, and his commission was for Spain ; that in his former ambassage he came first for Spain, next offered the trade to the Hollanders, and when his propositions took no effect he last came to England, and av rested from the Company divers sums of money, notwithstanding which he had done ill service to the Com¬ pany, and railed against them, and he would never have come to England if his negotiation in Spain had taken effeict, or if he could haA-e passed through Muscovia. The Court conceived that he was no Ambassador, but had usurped the title, yet because his Majesty took notice of him as an Ambassador it became not the Company to make show of the contrary, but rather to arm themselves with reasons to put off the charge, as he had been so long absent from Persia that he cannot be acquainted with the state of the Company’s affairs there, and the opinion of the Court was that the Lord Admiral EAST INDIES. 213 16 24. be attended to know in what state the Company now stands before the ships departure, “ whether they be malefactors or not ” concerning Ormuz, having a resolution if this business be well settled to embrace the trade of Ormuz. After further discussion it was moved that two committees be sent to Sec. Conway to make relation of all Sir Robert’s proceedings, and that the Company understand that two Persians are coming as Ambassadors upon the ships shortly to be expected to treat about the Persian trade; but resolution was referred to another Court, to which Mr. Monnox is to be warned. The business of the surgeon’s chests taken into consideration ; those furnished by Wheatley and Woodall viewed; proposal that Sir William Pady and Dr. Raven be joined with Drs. Atkins and Winston as examiners. To the motion that the surgeons entertained be examined, it was answered that the surgeons of this fleet are all experienced men who have been in the Indies long, have performed extraordinary cures, and are men approved for their sufficiency in their profes¬ sion, and such as will scorn to be examined; thereupon the opinion of the Court was that such surgeons as come home well approved from the Indies and proceed again shall not be subject to examination, but if a new unknown man be propounded, then to have him examined. [Four pages. Court Minute Book, VI., pp. 392-396.] Feb. 3. 405. Sec. Conway to [Sec. Calvert], The King has referred [Newmarket.] the petition of the East India merchants to the committees formerly appointed to treat with the Dutch upon those affairs, with the sig¬ nification that concerning the forts they advise upon a course agree¬ able to the intent of the former treaty, the King’s honour, and the security of his merchants and their trade. All respect is to be had to the resolution lately taken respecting the ordnance, which is to be only employed in fortifying the merchants’ forts there and securing their trade. [. Extract from Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CLIX., Xo. 7, Cal., p. 158.] 408. Hugh Hamersley, Governor, and the Company of Turkey Merchants to Sec. Sir Edward Conway. Have, according to his direction, considered the overture of Sir Robert Sherley, propounded to his Majesty as Ambassador from the King of Persia. Are very confident that his proposition of trade into Persia can be no way advantageous nor appertaining to them as merchants trading into the dominions of the Grand Signor, and so the charge no way belonging to them. Signed by Hugh Hamersley, Governor, Nic. Leate, Deputy Governor, and twelve others. [One page. East Indies, Vol. III., Xo. 3.] 407. Propositions made by Sir Robert Sherley to the King in the name of the King of Persia. The King of Persia, whom he actually serves through his Majesty’s sufferance, has commanded him to make certain propositions to the King which may be for his Majesty’s profit, by increasing his customs, and no whit prejudicial to his sub¬ jects. First, that in the English shipping, which have begun already to make a league of friendship with the King of Persia, may be carried gallies, so that he may be able by his own power and at his Q 2 Feb. 4. London. Feb. ? 244 1624. Feb.? Feb. 7-9 COLONIAL PAPERS. own charge to secure all English shipping that shall trade to him; and for requital the King will be ready to further any enterprise his Majesty may have in those parts with 20,000 or 25,000 men, armed and paid, and will procure all the Indian Princes his allies to be ready at all times to second it. Secondly, because the King of Persia is desirous to remove the rich trade out of his kingdom from Turkey, and plant it where he is better pleased so great a benefit should pass, and because the present combustion in the Turkish empire is grown to such a height that it is not likely to be suddenly appeased, whereby the Persian merchants run great hazard by venting their goods that way; and because likewise the English are restrained from carrying any great quantity of bullion out of his Majesty’s kingdoms for taking so great a quantity of silks, drugs, and other rich commodities as are to be had in the Persian kingdom, and so are unable to take the hundredth part of them; the King, being very desirous to establish a perpetual league of friendship with his Majesty, and to weaken all he can the common enemy, desires that his subjects may pass their goods on English shipping, paying freight¬ age and such custom at his Majesty’s ports as is usually paid by his Majesty’s subjects. Sherley humbly desires his Majesty to consider that by these courses neither himself nor his subjects can run any hazard or be put to any charge, but the benefit will redound every way to them, and as upon trial he shall like it, his Majesty may proceed or leave it at his pleasure. Only two gallies for the short¬ ness of the time are presently desired. [Two pages. Printed in Shirley Brothers, pp. 109-110. East Indies, Vol. III., No. 4.] 408. Copy of the above. [Three pages. East Indies. Vol. III., No. 5.] 409. Court Minutes of the East India Company. Concerning the petition of Henry Bate to the Lords of the Council for 303 ryals which he pretended he had laid out for the Bear. Letters read from Mr. Barlow, that he had contracted for a parcel of striped calicoes, and also for quicksilver to be bartered for indigo. Offer of Messrs. Burlamachi, Vandeputt, and others to buy all the Company’s silk at 22s., but were unwilling to contract on so short a time as the Com¬ pany offered; the Court doubted not of a sale to better benefit, for the price in Italy is risen 25 per cent. Offer of Alderman Cambell to take the whole parcel at 22s., but took till Monday morning to con¬ sider whether he would accept the Company's time. Motion to kill beef and pork for store, if the Company send a ship about Midsummer; but the opinion was that out of the former proportion of 500 oxen and 2,000 hogs there will be a sufficient supply. Feb. 9.—Copy of the writings to be sent to Mr. Barlow, as were sent to Mr. Misselden, with a collection of reasons for the Company’s demand for damages in the Moluccas. The order for the surgeons appointed for this fleet to attend Dr. Atkins suppressed by Woodall. Information of Mr. Deputy that he had spoken with a learned physician, who wondered that physicians should take upon them to set down surgeons’ proportions, the same not being proper to their art, save only for matter of physic; it was therefore thought very fit that in matters of physic they consult with physicians, and for EAST INDIES. 245 1624. matter of surgery the surgeons give satisfaction to the committees. The orders set down in a late Court concerning masters and pursers to be copied out and delivered both to masters and pursers. Capt. Clevenger at his own request to be abated six pipes of his white wine and have instead six pipes of “ Canara wine ” and 10 pipes of cider ; the proportion of wine for his own expence to be thought upon. Abuse in the packing of goods in the Indies; the loss to be equally borne by those on board as well as by those on shore. Respite granted to Sir Thomas Smythe to give answer concerning Bartlett in respect of his health. Mrs. Wickham having taken advantage of the Court’s lenity in allowing mariners their chest of goods, to justify her son’s private trade ; ordered that private trade in mariners shall be wholly forborne, but with power to the Court to tolerate it where they see cause. In reference to the proposal of Sir Francis Crane to send a suit of hangings into the Indies. Carter entertained to go mate in the Star at 51. per month. Otter of Lewis Powell to go to the Indies referred. Suit of John Holloway concerning monies due to him upon the old stock ; but as he is far in arrear to the new stock, it must be made good by the old so far as it will go. Letter to be sent to Mr. Punnyett to carry down the Great James. The payment of 20 nobles per annum to be continued to Mr. Lampley [Lamplugh] for the maintenance of lights at “ Dungen Nesse,” so long as his patent shall stand in force. [Six pages. Court Minute Bk, VI., pp. 397-403.] Feb. 9. 410. Thomas Rastell to the King of Socotra, “the effect of a Surat. letter written in Persian.” His letter came to hand by his servants Sade Sheckaune and Essuf Turcke, whom he has always assisted with his best furtherance. The King’s known favour to the English is most thankfully accepted, and his letter has been sent to his Majesty of England. As to his desire of assistance in ships and soldiers, the English are willing to do him service, as it shall redound to the honour of their King, but this year having but one ship arrived from England, they are disabled to assist him with a ship. Desires he will not receive any of the Dabulers and Choulmen or their goods into any of his vessels. [One page. O.C., Vol. X., No. 1148.] Feb. 11-13. 411. Court Minutes of the East India Company. The com¬ mittees to consider the letters for Surat on Saturday morning. Nicholas Woolley declining to go steward’s mate in the Eagle, Thomas Leeson and Gab. Hawley, suitors for that employment, are to attend on Friday next. Divers letters read, from Capt. Bickell in the Hart, Mr. Brown in the William, and some from the Coaster, which were brought by the Dutch ship Schiedam from the Cape, which arrived at Delft four months since. The Court observed an injury that their letters should be detained so long, and therefore ordered Mr. Ellham to write to Mr. Barlow to certify the receipt of some letters after four months’ detention, together with the manner of their sending, without any address at all from the Mayors to the English ; also that this Company takes notice of divers provisions lent to the Schiedam at the Cape, for which the Dutch in their last account 246 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1G24 have given no credit; and lastly, that divers letters are missing. Request of Mr. Trotter to be discharged of certain engagements to the Company for Mr. Wiseman. Suit of Widow Powell for charity ; it was remembered that she had received what she could pretend to be due, either for her deceased son’s wages or otherwise, and that the Company had sundry times bestowed charity upon her, notwith¬ standing which she petitioned the Lords against them, and was by them recommended to the Company’s benevolence, whereupon the Court was inclinable to bestow upon her 40s. out of the poor box, but being called into court she demanded Gl., which exorbitant demand the Court so much misliked that they would give her nothing. Request of Peter Bell, purser of the Eagle, for a convenient cabin. Mr. Corsellis to be concluded with concerning his hangings ; the committee either to make Mr. Corsellis an honest gainer if he will honestly declare the first cost of them or otherwise to mitigate the prices demanded. Suit of Anthony Varneworthy, formerly pro¬ pounded for a factor, to be entertained now, but without expectation of salary till his employment began : “ here was questioned the man’s soundness in religion, because he had served a Spaniard and lived G or 7 years in Mexico; but that objection was answered, that now he is a diligent frequenter of the church, and often hears Dr. White in Cornwall, that he hath taken the oath of supremacy, and is ready to take it again.” The Court being thus satisfied offered him 50 1. per annum for the two first years, and 10/. rising yearly for the five last, which he accepted. Feb. 13.—One Moore, a nailor, to be removed from the Company’s house at Deptford; request of Thornborough, late purser in the James, to take it. The committees for the buying of hangings to conclude with Mr. Corsellis. Mr. Bourne to be exempted from engagement in Baffin’s business. Suit of Trotter concerning a debt of Wiseman. Suit of Leeson, late steward in the Palsgrave, for employment; ordered that he supply the place of Woolley, as steward, who “ falls off'.” Offer of Sir Edward Cecil of a bargain of elm timber to the Company. Concerning the sale of the Company’s silk. Letter to be written to Mr. Barlow, about sending the quicksilver, elephants’ teeth, and ryals he has provided for the Company. Information of Mr. Deputy, that he had taken an opportunity to move the Duke of Buckingham to understand “ in what case the Company stands for their business at Ormuz,” and it pleased his Lordship to give no dis¬ couragement to the trade of Persia ; since when a gentleman had sent for Mr. Deputy, who desired his name might be spared until the Company had been made acquainted that it was conceived, that Ormuz and the Company’s reprisals in other parts of the Indies had produced 100.000/. whereof one was called the Golden Prize, but was content to give a meeting; a committee appointed to give him a meeting accordingly, but to enter into no manner of dispute upon the business, only if he shall charge the Company either in point of piracy or otherwise to his advantage the answer to be “they hope it will not fall out to be so ; ” and it was resolved that if the Company shall think fit to come to any conclusion ; not to make any offer but to stand upon their innocency. In the margin is EAST INDIES. 247 1624. written, “ A proposition made darkly to the Company concerning' the Lord Admiral’s right for goods taken in the Indies.” Ordered to buy 200 pair of Bulgaria] hides at 24s. per pair, and pay for them in calicoes. Suit of John Young to be again employed, the riot laid to his charge is four years old and he has since married, and for the mattter of striking the labourers in the yard, it was when he could not otherwise get them to do their duties ; ordered that he shall serve in Walter Mountford’s place, who was discharged the Company’s service, but is thought upon to bear office in one of the Company’s intended forts in the Indies. [Court Minute Book, VI., pp. 403-410.] Feb. 17. 412. The King to the East India Company. Our poor subject Edmond Traves, late a merchant, is by divers losses fallen into extreme misery, and being desirous to get a maintenance for his wife and children without danger of arrest, prays the Company will accept so much of his estate remaining in their hands as will satisfy their debts and deliver the residue of his stock to his creditors. His Majesty is pleased to assist him with these letters of recommendation, not doubting that the Company will accommodate him in this his request, which his Majesty will esteem a charitable act in the Company and take it in very gracious part. Endorsed, “ His Maj. letter to the Deputy and committee of the East India Company, and particularly to Sir Thos. Smith and Sir Edw. Barkham, in the behalf of Edmond Traves.” [One page. East Indies, Vol. 111., JS r o. 6.] Feb. 18-23. 413. Court Minutes of the East India Company. Discussion concerning the request of [Thos.] Kerridge to be allowed interest for so much of his wages as remained in the Company’s hands; two orders of Court read of 22nd Dec. 1615, and 30th Jan. following, mentioning an allowance of 10 per cent, for factor’s wages ; this motion generally disliked, and howsoever Mr. Methwold had been paid interest on those two orders, the Court conceived the precedent dangerous and very prejudicial to the second stock, and therefore it was moved to abrogate them. Kerridge to receive answer at the next year. Three things of special consequence to bo handled at this Court, viz. : the business between the Lord Admiral and the Company, the sale of silk, and Pruson’s proceedings. For the first, Messrs. Bell and Abdy, having been entreated to take advice both of civil lawyers and common, reported that they had conferred with Dr. Steward representing the Company’s case ; that merchants by a commission immediately from the King do set forth voyages into remote countries to discover trade both for the honor and benefit of their country, in prosecution of which voyages the merchants being by hostile actions interrupted, endeavour to right themselves and take reprizals, in which case they desired to understand whether the Admiral of the country wherein these merchants dwelt could by law pretend any right to any part of such reprizals. The Doctor answered that the tenth part of custom belongs to the Lord Admiral if he give any commission, but said there was no written law for it, neither saw he any reason why the Admiral should pretend any right where he gives no letters of marque, but upon further confer¬ ence Dr. Steward declared he would neither be of the Company’s 248 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1624. counsel in this cause, nor deliver his opinion against the Lord Admiral of England, and all arguments used to induce him to deliver his opinion “ would not avail.” As to the jurisdiction of the Ad¬ miralty he said it extended everywhere upon the main, and in fine was entreated to keep this conference secret. In their conference with Dr. Zoucli, the committee showed the Company’s patent, giving warrant to perform what they had done, and Dr. Zouch declared there was no law for the Admiral’s demand of tenths but said they had been given of custom where letters of marque had been by him granted, and that was grounded upon the custom of Normandy, where the Admiral is at great charge in such expeditions. Case recited by Mr. Deputy concerning the jurisdiction of the Ad¬ miralty. Further report of Dr. Zouch’s opinion in the business, who desired to have a copy of the patent, when he would set down in writing the grounds upon which to exempt the Company from this demand. The opinion of Sir John Walter, after a conference, was to delay giving an answer, and that the fleet should proceed with commission as formerly. What was to be done was then taken into consideration, and it was moved that a committee armed with reasons from Dr. Zouch be authorized to answer the party employed by the Lord Admiral, the Court remembering that the former Lord Admiral by Sir John Trevor had made the like pretence, but the Company had given nothing to any purpose, and that when letters of marque are granted, the party paying a tenth is free from all further trouble. In conclusion, it was held meet to give answer to Mr. Cooke that the Company desire the continuance of my Lord’s favor, that they had formerly in his Lordship’s absence upon this occasion given 2,000?., “ hoping the account of Ormuz would have borne it,” that they are not willing to contend with my Lord, and hope to give reasons that of right no tenths are due to his Lordship. This business to be kept secret and not divulged abroad. Consider¬ ation of the business of selling the Company’s silk. Discussion on the differences of the committee of the generality concerning Pruson’s business, “ which is grown to such a head of faction, that it is high time to restrain their proceedingsreport that some of the committee would uphold Pruson, if it be to maintain a faction; ordered that an appeal be made to the General Court to be righted, since Pruson casts aspersions upon the Government as though he only were an honest man, and to conceive an answer to Pruson’s scandalous petition exhibited to the General Court. Feb. 20.—Motion of Dowles to take a lease of the house in Deptford, and the Court conceived it fit to grant it, and to evict Moore’s brother-in-law. Warrant granted for 40?. to take out copies of examinations in the causes concerning Ball in the Star Chamber, and Wickham and others in Chancery. Committee appointed to hear at his request certain propositions of Alderman Hamersley, who had underwritten for 32,000?. in the first and second joint stock, but by reason of the misfortune of the Company’s ships and other casualties was become indebted 23,000?., the burden of which mis¬ fortunes lay so heavy upon him that he could supply no longer. Bequest of Widow Jackson, who had lost her dividend warrant, for a new one ; referred for further consideration. The committee for- EAST INDIES. 249 1624. merly nominated to confer with the gentleman employed by the Lord Admiral concerning his demand of the Company, to give the answer mentioned in the last Court, and also to attend Sec. Conway and give a general answer to his letter concerning the Persian Ambassador. Mr. Bacon related some conference between Sec. Calvert and himself touching the said business, and that Sir John Crofts brought him to the Ambassador, and demanded what the Company would give to have a yearly vent of 30,000 cloths in Persia; “ but this proportion was conceived frivolous.” Certain articles propounded by the Am¬ bassador read, [see ante, No. 407], which seemed neither fit nor feasible, " for neither is it fit to arm the Persian by sea, neither can the Company’s ships carry gallies ready framed; ” opinion of the Court, to give “ a general dilatory answer,” that the Company will be ready to meet and satisfy any deputies that shall be appointed to confer in any propositions of Sir Robert Sherley. The Commis¬ sioners of the Navy taking notice of the great quantity of powder bought by the Company and of the small quantity of saltpetre made in England, and that the Dutch bring great quantities from the coast of Coromandel, desired this Company would bring some home for the service of the State; the Court readily condescended that a ship may yearly be laden and sent home from thence, which will return to the profit of the Company. Copies of Randall Jesson’s letter concerning the fight with the Portugal to be delivered to Sir Robert Mansell and Sir Oliver Cromwell, who enquired for relations wherein the Portugals have attempted any thing against the English. Feb. 23. Concerning the business of silk and propositions from France and from Amsterdam for buying the whole parcel; both offers rejected. Long discussion on offers of Alderman Cambell Burlcimachi and others, but none would proceed on the terms the Court had concluded on. Report that the committee had conferred with Sec. Conway about the Persian Ambassador’s business, who showed his commission in Persian, which they had desired might be translated, and that the Company might have a copy. Also that they had conferred with the gentleman employed by the Lord Admiral about his demands, who being told the reason of giving the 2,000 1. seemed nothing satisfied therewith, neither would he signify so much to the Lord Admiral, nor let him know that the Company desired his noble favour to lay aside all pretence of right, the gentle¬ man refusing to intercede on the Company’s behalf. It was resolved to petition the Lord Admiral, but to be so cautiously couched that it may neither give him hope to obtain anything of right nor give any distaste. Suit of Hill, a druggist, for payment of Bartlett’s dividend, which was stayed at Sir Thos. Smythe’s request. Motion of Capt. Weddall to entertain another minister; he presented Mr. Morehouse, who was appointed to attend at the next Court. [Fifteen pages and a half Court Minute Booh, VI., pp. 411-42G.] Feb. 24. 415 . Thos. Brockedon, Hen. Hawley, and John Goninge to the Batavia. East India Company. Refer to their letter [of 17 Jan. last] and enclosures sent by the Dutch ship Leyden, copies of which are now also sent [see No. 390]. Arrival of the Bull from Japan 250 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1624. on 27 Jan. last; all the factors and others being come thence and the factory dissolved. Two years since they gave express order that Mr. Cocks and the rest should come from thence, except great debts were standing, in which case Osterwick should remain to collect them, and Cocks, Eaton, and Sayer should return ; but as Cocks neither came himself nor would suffer any of the rest to come, and perceiving his excuses to be vain, they sent Cockram upon the Bull to dissolve that factory. After so long expectation they thought to have received a good cavid-all, but find only desperate debts and wares, the greatest part worth little or nothing ; and for the accounts, never saw a greater confusion, there being nothing perfected since 1617, and only two waste books, entered sometimes by one and sometimes by another. Have called Cocks to account, who alleges that Osterwick and Eaton had received and delivered all goods, and that he himself would answer to the Company for what he had done amiss. Great store of goods wanting; Cockram and the rest testify that both Hutch, English, and Japons were oftentimes found stealing the goods; must lay the blame on Cocks as principal, yet the rest are not without fault; have thought good to detain Oster¬ wick to perfect the accounts, and that Cocks and the rest go for England upon the Anne. The principal faults committed by Cocks, viz. : not keeping the accounts himself or committing them to the especial charge of any one in particular ; disobeying their order in not coming from Japan the year before ; making a desperate debt of 5,000 taies by trusting Captain China and receiving 400 taies from him for his particular account, and bringing a store of trash and lumber from Japan; find no consultations kept, neither decorum nor order observed. Although there is just cause to seize Cocks’ estate and send him home as a malefactor, yet having considered his age and the quality wherein he hath lived, and withall weighing the weakness of his body and his testy and wayward disposition, being verily persuaded that if they had dealt harshly with him, as he hath deserved, it would be the shortening of his life, it was resolved to deal mildly with him and refer him wholly to the more judicial censure of the Company, but have ordered his goods to be seized as soon as the Anne arrives in England, until the Company’s order be known. “ This we thought the modestest course to take with a man of his rank and years.” Cannot learn that his estate exceeds 1,500 ryals “which is not much considering the long time he hath lived in the country.” Relate how a cargo of pepper from Bantam was sold to the China Ambassador at a high price, and how unlikely such a course was to bring down the price or to reduce the Pengran to reason; also how certain Dutch ships were at first welcomed and some of their principal men entertained with great ceremonies and compliments by the Chinese at the Pescadores, and the treachery with which they were afterwards treated, the Chinese sending as a present poisoned victuals and after midnight burning vessels down upon them whereby one Dutch pinnace blew up and 40 Dutchmen with the China hostages perished ; “ so it may be easily perceived what mortal hatred the Chinas bear the Dutch.” The Dutch have 10 good ships at present at the Piscadores and have almost finished a fort there, and have built another upon Isola For- EAST INDIES. 251 1624. mosa. The China Ambassador here has offered to trade with the Dutch if they will leave Piscadores and reside at Taywan, and he has also offered the English the same. Account of a Dutch pinnace bringing 40 China passengers for Batavia, who set upon the Dutch, slew seven of them, and stowed the rest in the hold, but not knowing how to guide the ship came on ground near Macao, when the Dutch with a barrel of powder blew up the deck, which so terrified the Chinas that they all leapt overboard, and the Dutch quenched the fire and became masters of the pinnace again. The Bee not yet arrived from Siam; great doubt of her safety. Question between Capt. Goodall, master of the Anne, and Michael Greene and Tlios. Turner, purser, about the receipt of 800 ryals referred to the Com¬ pany. Arrival of the Royal Anne and Coaster from Jambi laden with pepper. Concerning the accounts of Robert Johnson, long chief .in the factory of Jambi, who earnestly entreated leave to go for England upon this ship, alleging the indisposition of his body. Cannot certainly judge of his accounts until Christopher Bogan send his accounts from Jambi; at least 12,000 ryals desperate debts; yet may in clemency consider the great trouble, sickness, and vexation he has endured in that troublesome and unhealthy place for so many years. Have also sent Marmaduke Stevinton on this ship, for he is grown so incapable and simple of late that he is not fit for any business. The trade of Jambi stands upon a ticklish point, for the King will not suffer them to live ashore or to trade unless they defend him against the Achinder, who is daily expected, having already taken Indraghiri. Have hitherto fed the King of Jambi with fair promises, but if the Achinder shall assail Jambi, it will be the utter decay of trade there for a certain time. Have not sufficient power to protect them, neither may resist the Achinder, seeing the Company’s estates in Acheen and trade on the coast of Sumatra would be wholly lost. The Hollanders likewise temporize with the King of Jambi, but will perform as little as we. Earnest suit of Eustace Man, who came' out master with Capt. Fitzherbert, to . return home, which they could not deny him ; have given him bills of exchange on London for money he has left in their hands; he has done the Company good service and made a good voyage for himself, as his estate left in several pursers’ books will testify. Send the Dutch reply delivered 9th Feb., which they thought not good to answer, “for avoiding of those endless brabblings, knowing that whatsoever we alledge, though never so just and reasonable, is by them wrested to serve their own ends.” The proofs of their debts in Pooloroon, the Dutch will not allow; to refer them to the bailiff, who dare do nothing without order from the General, were ridiculous. Still continue their resolve to depart hence in about two months and fortify upon Bessee. Arrival of a Dutch pinnace from Surat, with a brief letter from Rastell, copy whereof is sent; also some accusations against Philpott, master of the Diamond, which they ha^e not had time to examine, and a small box of diamonds and pearls belonging to Elias Wood, purser of the Discovery, of small value. Endorsed , “ which should have come by the Anne, but came by the Jonas by the way of Surat. 1626.” [Five images. O.C., Vol. X., No. 1150.] ' 252 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1624. Feb. 25. 416 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. On the motion of Capts. Weddell and Clevenger for entertainment of another minister, some were of opinion to give way thereto, but others remembered that “ it is without precedent to send two preachers in one fleet to one place, and howsoever the thing in itself were good, yet the debauched carriage of divers aboard had almost discouraged from sending any referred for further consideration. Considera¬ tion of a petition exhibited by Mr. Beversham, wherein he seemed to have justified himself for Buy Frere’s escape, and to desire pardon for his error in private trade ; but the Court took knowledge that he was in a poursuivant’s custody, and must attend the Lords, and therefore ordered to desire that when the Lords hear the business the Company may be called. Francis Cooper, steward of the Star, dismissed for insufficiency and uncleanliness, and one Hawley to be warned to the next Court. Concerning the estate of Edward Pike, deceased. Letters of administration taken out by Thomazin Clarke, widow, sister of the deceased, and of George Pike, who presented them. [Two 'pages. Court Minute Booh, VI., pp. 426-428.] [1624.] 417 . Sir Bobt. Sherley to [Sec. Conway]. The Duke of Bucking- Feb. 26. ham will not give him any warrant to the Commissioners of the Navy without a privy seal from the King. Labours without rest for the general welfare of this kingdom, therefore requests him to procure it and oblige a gentleman who will trumpet his fame and virtues. [Domestic Corresp., Jac. I., Vol. CLIX., No. 81, Cal., p. 170.] Feb. 27-28. 418 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. Debate con¬ cerning the sale of the parcel of silk upon the Company’s hands, and the price. The Great James, which draws 20 foot of water, and the rest of the fleet now outward bound, to fall down to Tilbury. Bequest of Sir Thos. Smytlie concerning the payment of a debt due to him from one Bartley [? Bartlett]; but it was considered that the man is very passionate, and if they stop his money, may fall upon some violent course, and it was therefore ordered that Sir Thos. should show cause why it should be paid. Draught of petition to the Lord Admiral read; it was considered that the case grows dangerous to the Company “ for the Portugal arms in earnest and is filled with anger and revenge by the late defeats they received in the Indies, so as if the English shall be subject to question for what they do in their just defence it will dishearten all seafaring men from doing service to the Company.” The custom in these cases is to grant letters of marque, and if it please the Duke to grant letters of marque the Company will willingly allow him his right. The general opinion was to give a fair answer to the Duke, and not to forget to let him know that the Portugal hath aimed a force against the English. It was also reported that civilians “are of opinion that for goods taken beyond the line the Lord Admiral has no juris¬ diction, and therefore can require no tenth, but the Court thought it no fit course to dispute the Company’s right [sic], but to deal with the Duke by way of mediation, and thereinto use some such person as hath interest in him, who may persuade him to waive his pretence of interest and to let him know that the Company shall have con- EAST INDIES. 253 1624. tinual use of his favour. Fifty chests of ryals to be disposed of in the ships now outward bound, viz., 20 in the James, 15 in the Jonas, eight in the Star, and seven in the Eagle. As Beversham, late master of the Lion, is to be convented before the Lords this after¬ noon concerning the Company’s complaint against him, Mr. Deputy and others are intreated to be there. Motion of Woodall for sur geons for the two pinnaces, two young men “ bred up in the art of surgery,” who can and will do other labour in the ship, entertained. Letter read from Mr. Crashawe, minister of God’s Word, recom¬ mending Mr. Morehouse as a preacher; answered that they have one already provided for the fleet. Those who have underwritten for pepper to be transported, to be allowed to sell it in town upon paying a mulct of 20s. per bag. Motion of Capt. Clevenger for Mr. Addison to go mate with him in the Jonas, but he refused to go for less than 81. Suit of Kerridge, entertained to go President for Surat, for interest for money (wages) forborne. The discharge of Cowper, steward’s mate in the Star, confirmed; and Gabriel Hawley entertained steward’s mate in the Eagle. Offer of Philip Hill to serve in their intended fort as “ ancient.” Two men of good service already entertained, yet the Court, casting their eye on Hill as a man specially recommended by his Majesty, who has a brother near attending about his Majesty, and has served both by sea and land with more than ordinary commendation, ordered he shall be employed as “ ancient of a companyhis wages not settled. Concerning wages due to factors, whether the Company will allow interest or not; former orders on this subject to be observed, but henceforward the Company will give no “ use ” (interest) for their wages. Motion that the money due to John Gonninge for wages be paid to Mr. Crispe; but no payment can be expected until the Company have notice that he lives, which they have not lately had. Feb. 28.—In reference to two persons not of the committee being- warned to a meeting by direction of Mr. Woodward, grocer, one of the General Committee, which kind of dealing was noted “ to savour of no good humour,” divers members replied “ with admonition to maintain love and unity in the Company, for that division is the forerunner of mischief in all societies.” Petition of Beversham to the Lord President that divers persons now outward bound may be examined concerning the escape of Ruy Frere; referred to the Lord President; ordered that Dr. Zouch’s advice be taken for drawing ' * o interrogatories for the Company. Draught of petition to the Lord Admiral concerning the pretence of right for goods taken from the Portugals in the Indies, being read, it was conceived a hard matter so to couch anything in writing, but that it would give advantage against the Company ; committee appointed “ to consult of some fit body that hath interest in the Lord Admiral,” and may inform his Lordship of the true state of the business. Complaint of Johnson, master of the Eagle, of the want of cider, he having but 18 butts, whereas the proportion was wont to be 36. Motion on behalf of the wife of Capt. Hall, gone admiral in the Blessing as to an allowance out of her husband’s wages. Answer to Mr. Barlow’s letter that it 254 •COLONIAL PAPERS. 1624. Feb. 28. Surat. Feb. 28. Surat. March 2-6 is not needful to satisfy the motion of the Dutch concerning the price of their silk, for they are not without agents from whom they fail not of weekly intelligence ; other offers made for the same at 22s. per 11). ; committee appointed to treat thereon. Offer for some good quantity of indigo for Hamburgh, and of Mr. Deputy (Morris Abbott) to take indigo in payment of certain jewels which he hath, and thinks very fit to send to Surat. The ships to be hasted away to the Downs. [Nine pages and a half. Court Minute Bk., VI., 428-437.] 419. Thos. Rastell, Giles James, and Joseph Hopkinson to P. Van Broecke, Commander for the Netherlands Company at Surat. The • arrival of our ships from Persia being very shortly expected, and the doubt that many of our people through ignorance of our troubles may boldly adventure on shore and so become liable to our sufferings, induce us to desire your friendly assistance to warn them of the danger of their sudden landing, and also to deliver the enclosed letter to them. Annexed, 419. i. P. Van Broecke to the East India Company. Since the ap¬ prehension and greed dishonors done to your servants, our good f riends in this place, I have received of them this letter, which I ivill perform, and do any service to the honourable Company, so it be without prejudice to our masters, which letter I could not neglect but send, whereby your honours may partly see the state of their servants here. I hope that through their troubles we may not come to the like. Attested copies. Iwo pages. Sent by the Mayors from Amsterdam, who “ kept back the original, which is to be questioned.” An endorsement states that “ said original was brought out of the Indies June 1625.” O.C., Vol. X., No. 1151.] 420. Another copy of the preceding, endorsed, “ Copy of a letter from the English factors imprisoned at Surat, to the Dutch Com¬ mander there ; copy of another letter from said Commander to the English Company.” [ Tvjo pages. East Indies, Vol. III., No. 7.] 421. C ourt Minutes of the East India Company. Concerning the difference between the Company and Henry Bate, who had petitioned the Privy Council; ordered to draw a petition to the Lord President for a new reference to the Judge of the Admiralty. Direc¬ tions to Capt. Weddall, for stowing away “the hair lying loose about the ships,” which he considers dangerous in respect of fire. Commit¬ tees to go down on Friday to dispeed away the ships. The cloth, coral, and tapestry^to be sent down on Thursday, and the money in a hoy, well guarded with muskets and pikes, tlie beginning of next week. March 5.—Pruson’s writing to be delivered to the auditors ; he desired to be heard concerning his petition, exhibited in the General Court. The Company’s ships now bound to the Indies having been stayed in consequence of a motion made in Parliament, the Deputy, with others of the committee, sought the Lord Admiral as humble suitors for the release of their ships ; his Lordship said that he had EAST INDIES. 255 1624. not been the occasion of their stay, but having heard the motion with much earnestness in the Upper House, could do no less than give the the order ; but, he said, “ he had something in his pocket would do them good,” and willed them to set down what reasons they could, and he would acquaint the House therewith, and was pleased to give Avay that their ships might fall down as low as Tilbury to attend further directions. On petition of the Company, the Lord President ordered that the Judge of the Admiralty shall be added to the other two referees in the business between themselves and Henry Bate. Concerning the coral sent away by Mr. Lear. Payment ordered to the secretary for fetching out depositions, examinations, and duplicates of patents out of the offices of Star Chamber and Chancery. Care to be taken to haste away the ships “ so soon as their ships shall get loose of the commandment laid upon them by the State.” Gratification to the examiner and clerk in the Star Chamber and Chancery of two pieces of calicoes of 10.s. the piece, for their diligence in dispatch of the Company’s business in those courts. Two or three bushells of English barley to be provided for the surgeon’s use on board the ships for the health of the men “ to spare French barley,” and an extra proportion of lemon water. March G.—Recapitulation by Alderman ILammersley of his several propositions to the committees appointed to confer with him concern¬ ing his adventure, which at one time was 30,000/. but at present is for 16,000/., signifying that the present “value of the action is but 80 per cent.,” and desiring they would settle his adventure at 8,000k and sink the rest, for his case was singular, his family great, and his present fortune would not permit so great a sum to lie dead; the power of ordering this business not in this Court alone, therefore it was resolved to call the joint committee together, Avhen Mr. Alderman might propound his oavu request. Agreement having been made with Mr. Burlamachi and partners for the Avhole parcel of silk; the contract Avas read and confirmed. Ordered that Messrs. Bacon and Cappur draAV interrogatories Avitli all convenient speed, and examine Beversham’s ten Avitnesses concerning the escape of Ruy Frere, and any other that can speak materially in the matter. The Court utterly refused to suffer Alderman Hearne’s son to pass into the Indies in the Jonas; being informed that it was to wean him from evil company, and conceiving it very dangerous that his example Avould do much hurt among their servants. Motion in favour of Mrs. Barkeley to receive the money, due to her, agreed to as Sir Thos. Smythe’s attachment is dissolved. Letter read from [Thos.] Kerridge, wherein he lays down the grounds of his demand of interest for his Avages during the time it remained in the Company’s hands, which had been denied him at the last Court, and in con¬ clusion he desired to be excused from the A’oyage ; after discussion with him, the Court “ setting apart his dispute of right,” by erection of hands, gratified him AA 7 ith 100 marks in full of all demands, Avhich he thankfully accepted, “ but professed it Avas less than he expected.” Nathaniel Halliday entertained at 20/. per annum to Avaitupon him. Report of Mr. Bell that Sir Henry Marten knew nothing of the stay of the ships, but advised that they should know from Pexall Avliat 256 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1624. March ? 1624 ? March ? March 8. warrant he had; it was moved to draw a petition “ to signify that the stay of the ships had not hastened the Company’s coming to my Lord Duke.” Two great oriental emeralds offered by Mr. Deputy in barter for indigo, which divers lapidaries and goldsmiths concurred were “ of the new rock and right oriental.” Letter shown by Mr. Traves from the King, wherein was desired that his adventure might go to the satisfaction of his creditors; referred to the meeting of the joint committee. The dismissal of Francis Cooper, steward’s mate in the Star, on complaints of Mr. Roe, confirmed. Copy of contract between Philip Burlamachi and partners and the Company, for the whole remainder of the Persia raw silk, at 22s. the pound. [Eleven 'pages and a half. Court Minute Book, VI., pp. 437-449.] 422 . Names of persons to be examined, which include Robt. Addams, captain of the Moone, John Hall, captain of the Blessing, concerning the ships taken by the East India Company from the Portuguese and Chinese since 1616, some being laden with silks, others with gold and silver. In Edw. Nicholas’ hand. [One page. East Indies, Vol. III., No. 8.] 423 . Copy of the preceding ; on the back is another copy of part of the same paper, with the addition that one Cottle is employed as attorney to follow the business in Parliament House for seamen against the East India Company. [One page and a half. East Indies, Vol. III., No. 9.] 424 . Memorandum, signed by Jas. Martin, that certain ships were fitted out in May 1620 by the East India Company from Jacatra for capturing Chinese and Portuguese vessels, and that they continued in that course three years, “ the true number whereof will appear to the Hon ble House of Commons assembled in Parliament upon oath.” Endorsed\ by Edward Nicholas, “ That there were divers goods taken by the E. I. Co. servants a 0 1620.” [One page. East Indies, Vol. Ill, No. 10.] 425 . Court Minutes of the East India Company. The Court was acquainted by Mr. Deputy that upon occasion of speech of the East India Company in Parliament there was a sudden motion that the East India fleet might be stayed, others cried out, “ stay the money that they send out of the land,” which some reported to be 80,000£. this year; that the heat was such that Mr. Bond, one of the burgesses of the city, did but whisper a few words to the gentleman next him and was cried to speak out else to the bar; Mr. Treasurer Bateman, another of the burgesses of London, was called up to deliver his knowledge clearly what money is to go in this fleet; he said he could not precisely satisfy them of the just sum, but that there is to be sent in these ships 30,000£. in ryals of eight. The house was not satisfied with that answer, and cried out, “ search the books.” Mr. Deputy, hearing the motion, grew hot, stood up, and made known that Alderman Hallidaie the late Governor being deceased, he was ready to give answer to the house what they require and said that the Company carry out not so much as they bring in, and not half what they are allowed to carry; it is true there is now to go some EAST INDIES. 257 1624. 40,000?., but that their returns when not interrupted are 400,000?. per annum in good real commodities, as calicoes, indigo, silk, and such like, whereof calicoes alone save the kingdom the expense of at least 200,000?. yearly; in cambric, lawns, and other linen cloth, neither is it barren in return of money ; that he himself last year brought to the Mint 60 lb. weight of gold for Indian commodities exported ; and that of the value of 400,000?. imported, about 100,000?. serves this kingdom, and the rest being exported, works itself home again, either in money, or commodities that would cost money, and that the Company will be ready to make this appear to the House whensoever it shall be their pleasure to call them. Mr. Munnes, having heard this relation, and that the House had with such earnestness cried down the patent, said “ he doubted not to satisfy the Parliament that the strength, the stock, the trade, and the treasure of the kingdom are all greatly augmented by the East India trade.” Then follows tlus mem : “In this Court was a great dispute concerning the Lord Admiral, omitted but remaines to be seen in the original.” I" One paqe and a half. Court Minute Bk., VI., 449, 450.] [X.B.—The dispute in question has been referred to in previous Court Minutes. It had reference to the “Lord Admiral's rights ” to his share of ivhat was captured by the East India Company at the taking of Ormuz; and eventually led to the Duke of Buckingham moving in the House of Lords “for stay of the Company s ships.” The whole circumstances were reported to the House of Commons by Mr. Wanclesford in the Parliament of 1626, 20 April, as “ exactions by the Duke of Buckingham.” See Commons Journal, pp. 846, 847. The debate above abstracted does not appear in the Commons Journal, the only reference to the subject being as follows: “ Sir Thos. Estcourt moveth to search the E. I. ships for money.” Ibid., p. 678.] March 10-13. 426. Court Minutes of the East India Company. Information that all their ships are fallen down to Tilbury Hope ; expecting further order. Committee for despatch of the ships to go down with next evening’s tide ; but the money, which is to be made up to 48 chests of ryals, not to go down till the ships be fully released. [Geo.] Muschamp, one of the Company’s factors, acquainted the Court that his intention was always to serve the Company at Surat and not elsewhere, for some respects best known to himself and principally for his health’s sake ; but the Court made answer that they always intended his employment to Jacatra. Motion for payment of 20?. pretended to be given by the company of the Coast©!’ towards building a school in Virginia ; but the Court con¬ sidering they had no warrant but only a letter from Randall Jesson, the master, with the names and proportions of each man’s gift, conceived they could not safely pay it. Ordered that Mr. Deputy may send into the Indies “ two fair oriental emeralds ” on his own adventure, and receive the proceeds here at 5.s. per ryal. Report that Sec. Calvert had recommended the desire of Mr. Minn to sell in town the calicoes he took to ship out; Mr. Deputy entreated R 258 COLONIAL PAPERS. 1624. to acquaint Mr. Secretary “ of the impossibility to satisfy his desire with the reputation of the Court.” William Beane, brother and administrator of John Beane, to receive what is due on the account of his brother, John Beane, late purser’s mate in the Jonas. March 13.—The auditor’s report to be examined concerning Mr. Pruson. Henry Bate to be warned that Sir Henry Marten, judge of the Admiralty, has been added to the former referees about his business. The following memorandum is added :—“ Here was omitted a dispute concerning the Lord Admiral, but is to be seen in the original.” [Four pages. Court Minute Bk., VI., 450-454.] March 14. 427 . Warrant from Sec. Sir Ed. Conway to the Clerk of the Whitehall. Signet to prepare a bill to pass the Privy Seal to make allowance of SOI. a week to Sir Robert Sherley, Ambassador with his Majesty from the King of Persia, to commence from 28 Jan. la