Abstract: This bundle consists of summaries, and partial transcripts, of secret letters received from both the President in Council (22 November 1855, Numbers 61-62) and the Government of Bombay (28 November and 3 December 1855, Numbers 71 and 73-75). The amount of detail for each entry therefore varies.The despatches from the President in Council (folios 9-16r) focus on news from Afghanistan and developments in the Nepalese-Tibetan War (1855-1856). They also include an acquittal for the conduct of Major-General Clarke and the question as to whether British mediation can be employed in the dispute between Maharaja Gulab Singh of Cashmere [Kashmir] and his nephew Raja Jowahir Singh.The section from Bombay (folios 16v-17) provides brief updates on Aden, Afghanistan, Persia, and the suppression of the East African Slave Trade.Physical description: 1 item (10 folios)
Abstract: This bundle consists of summaries, and partial transcripts, of secret letters received from both the President in Council (22 October 1855, Numbers 56-58) and the Government of Bombay (1 and 2 November 1855, Numbers 66-69). The amount of detail for each entry therefore varies.The section from the President in Council (folios 91-105) includes news from the civil wars in Bokhara [Bukhara] and Khiva, updates from Afghanistan, updates on the progress of Nepalese-Thibetan [Tibetan] peace negotiations, discussion over the policy of the Government of India towards independent tribes along its frontier with Burmah [Burma], and reports on the Government of India's diplomatic mission to the Court of Ava – including details of receptions with the King and Queen, and a reception with the Heir Apparent.The dispatches from Bombay (folios 106-107) are concerned with warnings issued to officers of the Indian Navy over their conduct towards foreign dignitaries, and the naval blockade of Berbera.Physical description: 1 item (12 folios)
Abstract: This bundle consists of summaries, and partial transcripts, of secret letters received from both the Governor General of India (14 June and 3 May 1856, Numbers 18-19) and the Government of Bombay (10 and 12 May 1856, Numbers 34-38). The amount of detail for each entry therefore varies.The despatches from the Governor General (folios 9-10) discuss the matter of instructions to be issued to the Government of Bombay authorising that government to deploy forces against Persia if authorised to do by the Secret Committee; the Government of India's opposition to the use of Herat as a justification for conflict with Persia is outlined. They also report on the signing of a peace treaty between Nepal and Thibet [Tibet].The section from Bombay (folios 11-12) includes measures to be taken to remove the Al Ali from Demaun, naval deployments against the slave trade, the submission of the Murree [Marri Baloch] tribe to the Khan of Kelat [Kalat], and a telegraphic report that the Persians are besieging Herat.Physical description: 1 item (4 folios)
Abstract: This bundle consists of summaries, and partial transcripts, of secret letters received from both the Governor General of India (8 February 1856, Numbers 5-7) and the Government of Bombay (16 February 1856, Numbers 14-17). The amount of detail for each entry therefore varies.The despatches from the Governor General (folios 73-80) are concerned with the Government of India's policy over the treatment of Sheea [Shia] in India, the Government of India's refusal to officially congratulate Mahamed Yoosoof [Mohammad Yusuf Khan] over his ascendency at Herat – as suggested by Charles Augustus Murray, HM Minister to Persia – pending instructions from Britain, and a progress report on the Nepalese-Tibetan War (1855-1856).The section from Bombay (folios 81-84) discusses the despatch of ships, but not troops, to the Persian Gulf, and includes a report on the North-West Frontier of Sind. It also includes brief updates regarding Bunder-Abbass [Bandar-e ʻAbbās] and Aden.Physical description: 1 item (12 folios)
Abstract: This bundle consists of summaries, and partial transcripts, of secret letters received from both the Governor General of India (14 June 1855, Number 4), the President in Council (16 June 1855, Numbers 36-37) and the Government of Bombay (26 June 1855, Numbers 46-47). The amount of detail for each entry therefore varies.The letter from the Governor General (folio 17) relates to whether the Government of India has the right to confiscate the property of the Ex Nala Thanee Jhunda Kour [Maharani Jind Kaur], and the referral of this question back to England.The section from the President in Council (folios 16v-19r) reports on the progress of the Nepalese army in its invasion of Thibet [Tibet].The dispatches from Bombay – folios 19-24 – focus on Aden; in particular, the question of the line to be taken with the officers of the
Assayeas a result of a complaint made by William Marcus Coghlan (Political Resident at Aden), and whether the offer of an alliance against the Foutheli made by Sultan Manafair of the Oulaki should be accepted.Physical description: 1 item (8 folios)
Abstract: This bundle consists of summaries, and partial transcripts, of secret letters received from both the Governor General of India (10 May 1855, Numbers 2-3), the President in Council (17 May 1855, Numbers 29-32), and the Government of Bombay (26 May 1855, Numbers 38-42). The amount of detail for each entry therefore varies.The subject matter of the letters from the Governor General (folios 1-3) is the conduct of the French adventurer General Maha D’Orgoni and the successful signing of the Anglo-Afghan Treaty – including commendations for Herbert Benjamin Edwardes (Commissioner for Peshawar) and John Lawrence (High Commissioner for Punjab).The letters from the President in Council (folios 4-8) include an update on the dispute between the Gulab Singh, the Maharaja of Cashmere [Kashmir], and his nephew Jowahir Singh; an update on the war between Nepal and Thibet [Tibet]; and updates from Pegu, Punjab, and Kokan.The section from Bombay – folios 9-11 – includes updates on the dispute between Persia and Muscat over Bunder Abbass [Bandar-e ʻAbbās] and the Somali Expedition. It also includes a very brief summary of horses and mules required by the Land Transport Corps in Mesopotamia.Physical description: 1 item (12 folios)
Abstract: This bundle consists of summaries, and partial transcripts, of secret letters received from both the President in Council (8 September 1855, Numbers 49-50) and the Government of Bombay (12 September 1855, Number 59). The amount of detail for each entry therefore varies.The two despatches from the President in Council (folios 75-80) provide details on Jung Bahadoor's[Jang Bahadur Kunwar] (Nepalese Prime Minister) terms for peace with Thibet [Tibet], updates from Cabool [Kabul] and the Punjab, and the Amir of Afghanistan's request for a ratified copy of the Anglo-Afghan Treaty of Friendship (1855).The section from Bombay (folios 81-82) discusses the severance of supplies to Aden by the Foutheli occupation of Bir Ahmed, and a proposal to gift a sum of money to the Oulaki Sultan in return for loyalty to the British.Physical description: 1 item (8 folios)
Abstract: This bundle consists of summaries, and partial transcripts, of secret letters received from both the Governor General of India (22 March 1856, Numbers 12-13) and the Government of Bombay (29 and 31 March and 2 April 1856, Numbers 21-24). The amount of detail for each entry therefore varies.The despatches from the Governor General (folios 105-108r) are concerned with the return of troops from the Hungoo [Hangu] Frontier, the Government of India's policy respecting grants of asylum to individuals fleeing for their lives, and the terms established as a basis for peace between Thibet [Tibet] and Nepal.The section from Bombay (folios 108v-112) includes the recommendations of HM Minster to Persia (Charles Augustus Murray) for a severe military demonstration against Persia, the surrender of individuals of the Habr Owel tribe involved in an attack on Lieutenants Burton and Strogan, papers related to the slave trade between East Africa and the Persian Gulf, and the despatch of ships from Bombay to the Persian Gulf.Physical description: 1 item (8 folios)
Abstract: This bundle consists of summaries, and partial transcripts, of secret letters received from both the President in Council (22 March 1855, Numbers 20-21) and the Government of Bombay (2 April 1855, Numbers 26-28). The amount of detail for each entry therefore varies.The subject matter of the letters from the Governor General (folios 91-94) includes instructions to Major Allen to adopt conciliatory measures towards tribes along the frontier between British India and Burma, and an attempted assassination attempt against a European officer in Afghanistan.The section from Bombay (folios 95-96) is mainly concerned with Britain's policy at Aden: the line to be taken with the Foutheli Chief in response to his attempt to stop traffic to Aden, and the facilitation of trade with Abyssinia/Ethiopia.Physical description: 1 item (6 folios)
Abstract: This bundle consists of summaries, and partial transcripts, of secret letters received from both the President in Council (17 July 1855, Numbers 40-43) and the Government of Bombay (26 and 28 July 1855, Numbers 53-54). The amount of detail for each entry therefore varies.The letters from the President in Council (folios 45-50) cover military clashes in the Punjab, Nepalese supply issues slowing their advance into Thibet [Tibet], a mission by the Great Lama [Dalai Lama] to Thibet, and a report of the murder of Captain Madigan (HM 84Regiment) and the subsequent trial and sentencing of six accused individuals.The section from Bombay (folios 51-53) focuses on proposed coercive measures to be taken against the Foutheli including proposed attack on Shugre and Bir Ahmed, and an offer made to the Government of Persia by the Vizier to the Governor of Meshed to march against Khiva.Physical description: 1 item (10 folios)
Abstract: This bundle consists of summaries, and partial transcripts, of secret letters received from the Governor General of India (8 February 1855, Number 14), the President in Council (22 February 1855, Numbers 15-17) and the Government of Bombay (28 February 1855, Numbers 18-19). The amount of detail for each entry therefore varies.The letter from the Governor General consists of two folios only (folios 65-66r) and is concerned with the policy to be pursued at Aden.The letters from the President in Council make up the bulk of the bundle (folios 66v-74r) and the subject matter includes the following: reports from Afghanistan regarding relations with Persia, opinions amongst Afghans on a proposed treaty of friendship with the Government of India, and reports on preparations – causing discontent – in Nepal for military action against Thibet [Tibet].The section from Bombay consists of three folios only (folios 74v-76). It is predominantly concerned with the risk of the Sultan of Lahedge [Lahej] being overpowered by his enemies, and the question of whether the Political Resident at Aden should be empowered to provide small sums in financial aid.Physical description: 1 item (12 folios)
Abstract: This bundle consists of summaries, and partial transcripts, of secret letters received from both the Governor General of India (8 February, Numbers 7-13) and the Government of Bombay (16 February, Numbers 14-17 and 19-20). The amount of detail for each entry therefore varies.The subject matter of the letters from the Governor General (folios 19-61) includes the following: criticism of the Government of India's Punjab Frontier Policy from Major John Jacob, Nepalese military preparations for an invasion of Thibet [Tibet], news from Burmah [Burma], discussion over whether the Government of India should intervene in a feud between Gulab Singh – the Maharaja of Cashmere [Kashmir] – and his nephew Jowahir Singh, and discussion over the line of policy the Government of India should take over a proposed treaty of friendship with Afghanistan.The section from Bombay consists of two folios only (folios 62-63). They consist of brief updates on Aden and the Persian Gulf.Physical description: 1 item (46 folios)