The Rev. G. C. Jackson, chaplain of Kaira, to visit Baroda occasionally for performance of divine service at that station.

MILITARY APPOINTMENTS, PROMOTIONS, &c.

Bombay Castle, Oct. 17.-Mr. D. Craw to be staff surgeon to field force assembled in Cutch, and Mr. Assist. Surg. C. Scott to be deputy medical storekeeper to dittto; dated 1st Oct.

Oct. 18. Capt. P. D. Ottey, 11th N.I., to act as an assist. in department of quart. mast. gen. at presidency.

Cadets admitted. Messrs. H. L. Salmon and G. K. Erskine, for cav., and prom. to cornet.-Messrs. A. A. Drummond, T. M. Dickinson, C. Birdwood, H. C. Morse, C. Rooke, E. W. C. Parry, J. Broadhurst, J. C. Heath, and C. Gilberne, for inf., and prom. to Ensign respectively.

Messrs. J. Goss and J. Crawford admitted as assist. surgeons.

Oct. 22. Lieut. S. Slight, of engineers, to be executive engineer of Surat div. of army.-Capt. Waddington, acting executive engineer to Baroda subsidiary force is confirmed in that situation, v. Slight.

Oct. 27.-Assist.surg. G. Davis to act as deputy medical storekeeper at presidency.

Lieut. W. F. Allen, 24th N.I., appointed temporarily an extra subaltern to bat. of pioneers, and will place himself under orders of Capt. Hart, dep. assist. quart. mast. gen., on Khoomarlie Ghaut.

MISCELLANEOUS.

PREDATORY BANDS IN CUTCH.

In a former number we mentioned that

the banditti who have lately infested Cutch had succeeded in plundering the village of Bheemasseer. On this intelligence being received, Capt. Sandwith, with a troop of the 1st cavalry, and about forty sepoys of the 21st regt., marched in pursuit, and came up with the plunderers near Paddanan, but found them posted among some bushes in the Runn, while the intervening space was a muddy plain, in which the horses sunk up to their knees, and which was, in fact, almost impracticable for cavalry. An advance was, however, made with the sepoys, and forty dismounted troopers under Lieut Fawcett. The enemy (about 300 in number) shewed a disposition to become the assailants, but when they had advanced within about a hundred yards of our troop, who steadily waited without firing a shot, they began to waver; they received a well-directed volley, which did them some injury, and immediately dispelled their doubts as to how it was best to act. They took to flight, pursued by the troopers and sepoys, but from the very difficult nature of the ground, and it being nearly dark, they suffered comparatively little injury,

We have also seen a letter which men tions that Lieut. Kennett, with a party of the 21st regt., had fallen in with a party of these marauders, and had killed and wounded about thirty of them, taking ten prisoners. Four of the prisoners were tried, found guilty of rebellion by the Rao's government, and executed.

Another party of these marauders, which

had crossed the Runn into Jhalawar, was pursued by Lieut. Graham with fifty sepoys of the 2d grenadiers, for fifty-four miles without a halt, and though the plunderers had only one man killed and one wounded, and lost a few horses, they were still prevented from doing the mischief they intended.-[Bom. Cour. Sept. 24.

The latest advices from Cutch were brought by the vessels lately detached with troops in that direction. The predatory bands from Scind had not molested the British territory, but continued their attacks against Cutch. A report was in circulation that the Scindians had at tacked Nugher Parkur, but had been repulsed. As this is the principal haunt of the plundering hordes, if the above report is true, it shows a disposition on the part of the Ameers to pre.. vent them finding, for the future, an asylum in any part of their territories, or those of their tributary chiefs. His Majesty's 4th dragoons, a troop of horse artillery, and the 8th regiment native infantry, marched from Kaira for Cutch on the 3d October.-Bom. Paper, Oct. 15.

AJMERE.

Accounts from the Upper Provinces mention that the political agent had been obliged to leave Ajmere, and that the Nuserabad field-force would probably have to move in that direction. The Bhurtpore people continued restless, and kept our troops on the alert.-[Bom. Cour. Oct. 8.

SCOTCH CHURCH AT BOMBAY.

We understand, that at their last meeting, the Session of the Scotch church at this presidency, in concurrence with the church sessions of Calcutta and Madras, appointed the Rev. James Clow, senior minister of the Scotch church of Bombay, and John Stewart, Esq., an elder of the said church, to be their commissioners to the General Assembly of their national church, which is to be held at Edinburgh, in May 1826-[Bom. Cour. Aug. 27.

MISREPRESENTATION.

We have perused the number of the Oriental Herald for April, but really a voyage to England appears to torture every piece of intelligence so terribly from the truth, and every page relating to India is so tainted with the spirit of party and partizanship, that no interest is excited, and all confidence destroyed. There is a long article from India, entitled " Barrackpore Massacre, Burmese War, and Pre sent State of the Native Army in Bengal," the merits of which will be better understood and more correctly commented upon in that part of India to which it more particularly relates, than where we are now writing. The following piece of informa

tion, which is appended, by way of note, will be new to many of our readers:"It will surprise these optimists to hear, that in our Eastern territories, since the disaster of our troops at Ramoo, monthly bonfires celebrate this event as the signal of the downfall of British power. Although I cannot vouch for this myself, I have heard it from an individual whose testimony is worthy of every respect."

As in the article to which we have alJuded all India is described as participating in the interest excited by the Burmese war, and even the insurrection at Kittoor is insinuated to be only a branch of a general conspiracy, we should like to be informed if any of our readers have ever witnessed these monthly illuminations, as it appears to us such an odd way of throwing darkness and obscurity over the designs of those who had secretly combined for the destruction of the British power and dominion in India.-[Bom. Cour., Aug. 20.

RELIGIOUS DISPUTE AT BARODA.

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A dispute which occurred. at Baroda, near the end of July, between the Brahmins and a caste of Purbhoos called Coyest, seems to have excited much agitation with the natives there, and no little ill-blood among those principally concerned. appears to be similar to one that existed at Poonah in 1795, when the Brahmins accused the Purbhoos of having made alarming encroachments upon their prerogatives, and which arrived at so great a height as to call for the interference of the peishwa.

The origin of the present dispute appears to be in a Coyest purbhoo, named Wittoba Devanjee, the minister at Baroda, who being desirous of obtaining the rights of a Brahmin for himself and caste, by underhand means, was, with others, invested with the privilege by a Shastree of note at Poonah, and which, on becoming known to the principal Brahmins, induced much ferment among them; the shastree was disgraced, and a vakeel sent to Baroda, demanding from the heads of caste there, the expulsion of the intruders from society, and the punishment of the Brahmins who supported him. In consequence, an assembly was held at Wittoba's pagoda, in Baroda, the members of which, who were exceedingly numerous, resolved not to break up until satisfaction was obtained; and such was their zeal, that they abstained from food for five days, at the end of which time a message was sent to the sircar, demanding that Devanjee should be obliged to abandon the celebration of the vadockt, and resume his proper habit, which was refused, in consequence, it is reported, of Devanjee having bribed the Guicawar and his mother with a lac of rupees to order the instant dispersion of the assembly, and threaten, in case of re

fusal, to expel them from the place. The Brahmins refused compliance, and stated their determination of starving themselves rather than resign their claims. The ferment then became so great throughout the city, that Devanjee was unable to attend the durbar, fearing injury from the multitude on quitting his house; which be coming known to the sircar, orders were issued to the head Brahmin to drive. the Brahmins from the pagoda, but he was obliged to return, they being firm in their determination of not dispersing. In consequence of this, the Guicawar became apprehensive of the disturbance taking a more serious turn, and application was made to the Acting Resident for advice, who declined interposing, upon the grounds of his not being warranted to interfere with any matters connected with the religion of the natives. A message was then sent to Devanjee, stating the great concern of the sircar at the proceedings, and its fear of the stigma that would be affixed to the caste, should any of the Brahmins die through their perseverance in abstaining from food for a longer period, and recommending his submitting to their terms for the present; but to this a decided refusal was sent, and he expressed a determination of putting an end to his existence by poison. Having expressed this resolution, he closed the doors of his apartment, and no doubt was entertained of his intending to carry it into effect, but his family became alarmed, and on their threatening to break open the doors he came out, and an assurance from the Guicawar arriving at the moment of his endeavour to settle the matter to his wishes, he was prevailed on to submit quietly to the guidance of his friends. The next day (30th of July) an order was issued by the Guicawar for the dismissal of the whole of the Brahmins from Baroda, with a notification of their being at liberty to proceed where they pleased; but on an appeal being made by them to the acting resident, matters were allowed to stand over until a reference could be made to Government, and the affair terminated for the present without violence.-[Bom. Gaz., Aug, 24.

SIR CHARLES COLVILLE.

The society of Bombay is, we understand, about to experience a severe loss by the approaching departure of His Exc. Lieut. Gen. the Hon. Sir Charles Colville, G. C. B., Commander-in-chief at this presidency, as well as in that of the Venerable Archdeacon Barnes: the latter, we hear, proceeds in the James Sibbald, advertized to sail on the 15th Nov.- Bom. Chron.

UNCOMMON BIRTH.

A letter from Kaira mentions that a poor woman of the Wagree caste, belong

ing to the village of Ullundra, has had four children at a birth, three males and one female. They were all living when the letter was written.-[Bom. Cour., Aug. 13.

THE THEATRE.

The First Part of Henry the IVth. was acted last night, before a crowded and applauding audience. The different characters were remarkably well sustained; the scenery was most appropriate, and the dresses and decorations were at the same time splendid and in good taste.—| Bom. Cour., Aug. 27.

SHIP BUILDING.

We understand that orders have been received from England to commence shipbuilding for the navy. A line-of-battleship and a frigate are, we hear, to be immediately laid down.- Bom. Cour., Oct. 8.

THE WEATHER.

Baroda, Aug. 1.-The rains for the last fifteen days have been abundant, and every thing has so much improved as to give the natives every hope of an abundant harvest.

Belgaum.-The monsoon has been so violent here as to flood the whole place, and do considerable injury to the buildings, public and private. Several horses belonging to the horse artillery, &c. have been killed, and others are so much injured by the weather, as to induce a fear of the mortality being very considerable.-[ Bom. Gaz., Aug. 24.

Cutch. We are sorry to say that no rain has fallen in Cutch since the 2d of August, and the crops are, in consequence, completely burnt up. The same has happened in some parts of Katty war, so that this is now the third year these unfortunate countries have been exposed to great distress from a scarcity of grain. — [Bom. Paper, Oct. 15.

Ceylon.

BISHOP OF CALCUTTA.

The Lord Bishop of Calcutta left Point de Galle on the morning of the 29th Sept. on his return to Calcutta. His Lordship was accompanied to the beach by a guard of honour, and all the civil and military authorities of the place, and embarked about half past eight o'clock, under the usual salute.

During the short stay the Bishop was enabled to make in Ceylon, his Lordship visited Galle, Colombo, Kandy, and Baddagama, held an ordination at St. Peter's Church, attended divine service in the Malabar and Singalese languages at the churches of St. Thomas and Wolvendal, examined the seminary at Colombo, and administered the right of confirmation five times.

Singapore.

CEDED ISLANDS.

On the 2d Aug., the Resident, accompanied by the executive officer, embarked on board the Malabar, and sailed on a voyage round the island. This expedition is undertaken, we believe, by the order of the Supreme Government, for the purpose of taking formal possession of the several adjacent islands ceded to us by the recent treaty with the Sultan of Singapore-Sing. Chron., Aug. 4.

On the 10th Aug. the Resident returned to the settlement, after hoisting the British flag on all the islands within ten miles of the shores of Singapore. During the voyage the party paid a visit to the Carimons, and examined the tin mines upon those islands.-(Ibid, Aug. 18.

RAFFLES CLUB.

On Thursday the 30th June, a meeting of the principal part of the gentlemen of the settlement was held, with a view to establish a club, to be called the "Raffles Club," in honour and commemoration of Sir Stamford Raffles, as founder of the 3 Y settlement,

settlement, and as a lasting testimony of the sense the community of this island entertain of the great benefits experienced from his patriotic and eminent services in first forming the settlement, and in opposing, at great personal responsibility, its abandonment soon after its occupation, as well as the impulse and spirit created by his energy and activity during the short period of his residence here, to which is mainly to be ascribed its present flourishing and respectable appearance.

The club having been decided on and formed, it was resolved that an annual dinner, ball, and supper should be given to the ladies and gentlemen of the settlement on the 6th July, the birth-day of Sir Stamford; pursuant to which resolution, an entertainment was given at the Singapore hotel on that day, at which a party of fifty persons sat down to a sumptuous and well laid-out dinner, consisting of every luxury the East affords. - [Sing. Chron., July 21.

FOUNDING OF THE SETTLEMENT.

To the Editor of the Singapore Chronicle. Sir: The legitimate claims of Sir Stamford Raffles, as a benefactor to Singapore, are probably more injured than advanced by praise bestowed on insufficient data. I am led to this observation by the notice in your last number of the entertainment given by the Raffles Club, in which Sir Stamford is designated the founder of Singapore.

The circulation of your paper in various parts of the globe may confirm the public in an error, should this be allowed to remain in your columns without contradiction, and being one of the earliest settlers, I consider it a duty to transmit the following statement to disprove the exclusive right of Sir Stamford Raffles to be considered the founder of Singapore.

Singapore, or rather a settlement to the eastward of Malacca, and near the entrance of the China seas, was founded by the Supreme Government, at the representation of the Penang government, acting on the suggestions of Lieut. Col. Farquhar, addressed to them as early as 1816, and more particularly in 1818. At the latter period that officer was employed transferring Malacca to the Commissioners of the Netherlands Government, and ascertaining that the Dutch intended to reOccupy Rhio, a step which would preclude the British from participation in the trade of the Archipelago with China and India, Lieut. Col. Farquhar procured the consent of the Malayan Government to our occupation of any of the numerous islands belonging to Johore. The despatches from the Penang Government communicating this event, and urging the formation of a new establishment, were under consi

deration when Sir Stamford Raffles arrived in Bengal. His local knowledge and experience induced him to warmly follow up Lieut. Col. Farquhar's suggestions, and when the Supreme Government decided on their propriety, pointed him out as a fit agent for carrying them into effect. Lieut. Col. Farquhar, at that time preparing to return to Europe, was requested to delay his departure, and take charge of the infant settlement. Sir Stamford arrived at Penang, met Lieut. Col. Farquhar there, and, as his own presence might be more advantageously employed on the public service in another quarter, Sir Stamford requested Lieut. Col. Farquhar to proceed alone. The expedition was quitting the harbour, when Sir S. altered his views, and joined it, and it proceeded to the Carimons, which, from their central situation, had been considered by Lieut. Col. F. eligible for the new establishment. On examination, neither presented sufficient level ground. It was then determined to examine the eastern entrance of the old straits, and on the way to communicate with the Tumongong, who known to reside at Singapore; Capt. Ross, of the Bombay marine, having stated that Singapore might be approached much nearer than appears practicable in the old charts, which indicate a shoal flat extending from St. John's to the entrance of the old straits. The result of touching at Singapore was a decided opinion in favour of its eligibility, which was immediately acted upon, and the present settlement formed.

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The above brief statement will show that the presence of Sir Stamford Raffles at, or his agency in the foundation of a settlement to the eastward of Malacca, was purely adventitious, and will corroborate the assertion, that he is not the sole founder of Singapore. If this title can be claimed by subordinate officers, Lieut. Col. F. had an equal claim. Principals, and not agents, have generally the merit of any particular action forming a part of a whole administration-the success of a division is attributed to the general of an army, and not to the commanding officer, and by a parity of reasoning, the Marquess of Hastings is the real founder of Singa

pore.

Your obedient servant,

A SINGAPOREAN.

Netherlands India.

JAVA.

The advices from Batavia, received in London, are to the 9th November. There have been several skirmishes between the Dutch troops and the natives, generally in favour of the former. In one of the

principal

lowing is a detail. It has been furnished to us on the best authority, and its statements may be relied on.

principal engagements, 500 Dutch troops defeated an army of 8,000 natives, and such was the panic among the latter, that a great number were killed during the retreat into the interior. The natives, since this action, had not appeared in any force, and the island was becoming more tranquil. The Batavian Government does not appear in good credit in the island. The bills on the Dutch Government were drawn at the rate of 4s. per dollar; the bills on England at 3s. 6d. per dollar. Great excesses appear to be committed by the pirates.

CELEBES.

By a prahu which has arrived from Macassar, authentic accounts have been received, which state that the west coast has been restored to tranquillity by the submission to the Netherland authorities of the petty Lords of Supa Tanete and Chindrapoli. The Queen of Boni, the Rajah of Sopang, and the federation of Wajo, are still in open arms, having retired into their inaccessible fastnesses in the mountains. A considerable proportion of the Dutch troops, with the Panambanam of Suuianap and his auxiliary Mandurese, had returned to Java.-[Sing. Chron., Sept. 1.

BORNEO.

A prahu, from Sambas, brings an account of the state of hostilities between the Dutch and the Chinese gold miners. Two hundred an fifty Dutch troops have arrived from Java to reinforce the fort of Mampawa, with orders to act on the defensive until further assistance can be rendered. The Chinese are now the assailants, and have presented themselves in great force at a place called Duri, close to the Dutch fortress, and situated on the same river. In this situation they have had the temerity repeatedly to attempt to destroy the Dutch flotilla lying in the river, which is very narrow, by grappling irons applied to destroy the rigging, or to drag them ashore and strand them.-[Ibid.

We hear, with regret, that the Dutch Resident of Sambas and his secretary, on their passage from Pontina in a small native vessel, were attacked by a fleet of eighteen Lanoon pirates, and killed. The Resident, it appears, was accompanied only by a few armed Malays, and had no European escort. The place where this circumstance took place was Pulo Kebung, and the leader of the banditti is a well-known person, commonly known by the name of Raja Muda.-[Ibid., July 21.

China.

A very singular scene has lately been transacted at Canton, of which the fol

It appears that the foreigners at Canton having long had to complain of the very gross exactions made upon them, in going and coming between Macao and Canton, determined to petition the Viceroy on the subject; but apprehending that the security merchants, through whom such petition should be presented, were interested in continuing the exaction, they resolved to present the petition themselves. They accordingly proceeded to the gate of Canton, and resolutely remained until a Chinese officer received the petition, under promise of its being laid before the Viceroy. After eighteen days' delay, no answer being returned, the foreigners determined again to petition, and on again proceeding to the gate, found it open, and rushed in. Seeing a large conspicuous regal-like house, they immediately entered in a body, not doubting it was the Viceroy's palace. They found, however, that it was a josshouse: but observing a soldier running out upon their storming it, they conjectured he would wing his flight to the palace, and accordingly they pursued him until he reached a great house with many guards and other appurtenances of royalty. Here, however, they were again deceived; they had got into the house of the commandant of the city, and even into the apartments of the ladies, who, it may well be believed, were not a little alarmed at the visit. was now impossible to get out: and here the party took their ground, resolutely demanding that their petition should be received; and refusing, either by threats or entreaties, to leave the city. The result was, that they carried the day, as well as the place, and received an assurance from the security merchants, that the chop should no longer be levied on them, or, if demanded by the Hoppo, should be paid by the security merchants! The party then offered, like well-bred Europeans, to apologize to the commandant for their unmannerly intrusion into his house, an offer gladly accepted of: and when brought out to be conducted beyond the city gate, the farce of looking mightily big was played off by the Mandarins quite in the Chinese style, the most pompous language and most angry gesticulations affected, and one of the foreigners suddenly subjected to the speaker's hand being drawn across his neck, to signify, if found there again, they would lose their heads; an indignity which the foreigners took in good part, and in perfect keeping with the whole picture, passed on to the first linguist, in a style of excellent effect and humour. So ended this strange affair. - [Cal. John Bull, Oct. 12.

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Later accounts from Canton, via Singa3 Y 2 pore,