China and India (1846)

Source: The Polynesian. Honolulu: May 2, 1846. 

By the Swallow, Captain Dominis, 56 days from Hong Kong, we have Singapore and China pictures to the date of her sailing. Our readers would be gratified to hear of Mr. Chamberlain’s improved health and that he anticipates returning here in the U.S. Ship Columbus, to arrive here next fall. Foreigners are now permitted to enter Canton, in accordance with the terms of the English Treaty, but the populace are much dissatisfied at the conduct of Keying in the matter, and have threatened to attack the factories. The presence of United States and English men-of-war will tend to prevent any outbreak from the mob.

Sir Charles Francis Forbes, (SW. brig) hence the ride arrived Jan. 10, at Hong Kong. 300 Chinese immigrants had arrived at Singapore and 15,000 more were expected.

Considerable disaffection of the measures of the government exists at Hong Kong and some merchants have threatened to withdraw their establishments. The system of police is a fruitful source of complaint also.