The Voyages of Sir James Lancaster, Kt., to the East Indies; With Abstracts of Journals of Voyages to the East Indies During the Seventeenth Century, (Paperback)

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1877 edition. Excerpt: ... of them joining the ship information is to be obtained from him relative to the state of the country, the reception the factors had met with, what privileges have been obtained, what goods are in most demand, and what goods are in hand ready for shipping: further, what commodities are there suited for England, or for Bantam, Pria-1u.-1n, Banda, and the Moluccas, and whether such can be shipped in time to enable the fleet to benefit by the monsoon; what force the Spaniards can muster; and how far the Guzerats may be inclined to aid the Company's servants. If any encouragement is given, the Darling, with Lawrence Ffemell, is to be despatched with all speed towards Bantam, etc. 16. The lead, tin, elephants' teeth, quicksilver, vermilion, aword-blades, red lead, cloth, kerseys, looking-glasses, and red caps (if expedient), to be sent up to Surat in frigates. 140 COMMISSION TO Before an agent goes up to Surat, the General is to consider with him and the other factors in what manner His Majesty's letters are to be delivered, and what presents are to be given and to whom. Such pieces of the velvet, provided for presents, as the General in his discretion does not give away, he is to sell; further, he may make use of some of the gilt plate for the former purpose. 17. If the former factors have not procured a house large enough to receive the people and goods, the chief agent is to confer with them relative to obtaining a larger building. 18. The question of despatching the ships and of selling the goods at current prices to be carefully considered, regard being had to the fact that the prices asked will be regarded as a precedent for the future. If it be thought better to hold such goods over, the lading for the ships (homeward bound) may be purchased...