The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1845-04-28

their evident design 10 be to make an impression
on the Emperor. by making the war terrible to the
towns they attack.
From Macao Roads, on the 18th August, he for
wards the usual monthly reports.
8Oa the ID September he writes, stating his de-
termination TO remain on the coast OF China as
long q ne can, consistently with the duties oil the
government to the men enlisted in his ship, as he
sees no prospect OF the termination Of the war
and considers 1t important to look after American
interests.
On the 4th September, he forwards an English
Canton newspaper, charging the American squad
ron with smuggling, and also full refutatiOn OF the
charge
From Hong Kong Bay, on the 23d September, he
writes stating that peace has been concluded be-
tween the British and Chinese, and stating his in
tention OF remaining time, in order TO ascer-
tain the feelings of the Chinese government to-
wards the United States. He also reterates his
suggestion that san agent should be sent from the
United Saes-o,Ie that is not connected Nth
me,ce.and that also of our large class ships
tcod DC advantageous here, to impress the Chinese
,cith a sense of respect foSths Uniied States" He
also forwards brief alb. iact OF the treaty. This
letter was forwarded overland by w. Delano, the
United States Vice Consul at Canton, as bearer of
despatchps
From Macao Roads, on 18th November, 1912,
Commodore Kearney encloaes copies of his cor
respondcnce with the Governor OF Canton and the
United States Consul, and his instructions to Com
mander Long to proceed on his journey home with
the Boston. The following are copies OF this cor
respOndence:-
To THE GOVERNOR OF CANTON, &C &C. -
The address Of Commodore Ksarney, commander.in.
Chief OF squadron of United States respectfully
presents that he learns with deep interest the High mpe
rial commissioners deputed to arrange commercial affairs
with the British are expected in a short time at Canton,
aud that treaty 10 be goiaed operate
in favor OF +" British merchants" exclusively.
The undersigned DESTROYS that the attention of the
Imperial Government might be called with respect the
commercial interests Of the United States and he hopes
that the importance Of their trade will receive consdcra
ion and their citizens in that matter be placed upon the
same footing the merchants Of the nation favored
The undersigned does not this matter presents
but trusting to the good and friendly understanding
which exists he submits the case and has the honor
be- your Excellency's most obedient servant, u
Dated on board the U. s ship Constellation,
Macao Roads, October 9Th, 1912.
To COMMODORE KEARNEs, &C. &c.
Ke; guardian Of the young Prince, member of the
nor Of the two Kwang provinces states in reply
subject Of the 10th Of 9th month"; sth October that
have your polite communication, relating to the
English commerce
Governor have hitherto treated the merchants Of
every nation with the same kindness Moreover, the
Americans, who have come to Canton have had free
commerce. month after month"; and year after year.
These merchants have been better satisfied with their
trade than any other naton that they have been
specially obsevant of the laws is what the august En-.
peror has clearly recognized and the Governor also
well know how then, should not rather, the
sation of difficulties with the English wish to show favor
to them Z Now. have ordered the Hong merchants
with the said (Englsh) nations merchants 10 devise be-
10 walt ARRIVAL IN C6ntOn OIL the Impf
rial Commissioners great ministers Of State, when shall
havo received the newly devised regulations corning
the free trade of the English then the Governor TO-
gether nth the end Tartar Gene
rail- will Immediately deliberate upon the proper adjust
men OF the regulations and will make representation
to the Emperor that he may hear and direct what shall
Decidedly, shall not be permitted that the American
merchants shsl come to have merely dry stick 4.
their interests shall be attended toy l. the Governor
will not be otherwise disposed than to look up the heart
OF the great Emperor in his compassionate regard to-
faith and justice may be mutually united and forever en-
joy reciprocal anQuity and that be granted to each
1.-THE resident merchants to Obtain profit and to the
people to enjoy LIE and peace and universally to partci
pate the blessings Of great prosperity striving to have
the same mind This my reply.
CANTON, October 18th, 1872
The above is a faithful translation.
(signed) PETER PARKER.
CANTON October 10. 1892
Sra The war in China being at an end and peace re-
stored by treaty concluded in aver British merchants
s Henfy ro St with the Chinese High comns
note TO the Viceroy esng the attention Of the I'm
peria Government to the Importance Of the American
trade and claiming for the citizens of the United States
the same commercial privileges in China may be
granted to the nation most favored enclose you copy
Of the Governors reply, which may be considered very
favorable and communicated for the information and
satisfaction OF those concerned.
Our commercial privileges in China, it would appear
are to be based upon those ethe English and subsequent
thereto that months will elspse before any fur
ther steps be taken and therefore proper should
proceed in nay crnze and have to inform you of this
intention hopeto sail from Macao about the first next
month, Of which the merchants may be informed who
have communications with the west coast.
me with ali Tie political and commercial Information
which may be obtained calculated to promote the inter-
ests of the United States and their citizens
Especially gp your obt servant vr.nNrv
To P. w. syow Esq. U. 8. Consul, Canton.
CANTON, October 20, 1912.
srnYour letter Of yesterday, enclosing copy of the
Governors repIv to communication n he
honor to receive This answer must be very satisfactory
to you and evnces deposition tho part Of this 60
vernment to grant every reasonable call them by
representation of our own particularly when backed by
a heavy man of war;
You notify me in yeur letter of your determination to
leave this station the first of next month This regret
extremely to learn for at this critical moment when
new order othings is about to take place. when
cia regulations Of the first importance the interest Of
merchants and Of nation to be made and the
payment OF debts due from the Cohong to American c
30 Ds or S o ST. hs nr has
The magnitude OF trade, the contemplated duties at
home on imports from here sording very large
trade great increase imports Of native
products OF our own country, altogether leaves
our to leave entirely at the mercy Of this
You have been here long enough to know the prompt
and immediate action by this government on commnni
cations from the commanders of an American squadron
II ismy firm belief that your stay here until the middle
OF February next Is ofthe utmost importance The
tinuation Of your cruzs the West Coast of America
where there is always ample number Of ships Of war;
will be considered, think, by our government Of minor
importance compared to the unprotected trade
would be In you leave here at the time you name
your orders positive for your visit to the West
Cols LIT us hope you will continue this station unit,
he arrangements with this government and Sir Henry
Pottnger shall have been completed when shall consi
der tho war ut an end, and not before
am, with grent respect,
Your obcaent servant,
(signcd) r. w. SNOW, u 5. Consul
To CownopoRE KrARnEy,
Commanding Y. 8. Squadron.
On the 18th November he transmits duplicates
Of this correspondence, and states his intention to
remain some time longer in the Chinese sea, max.
ing visit 10 Manila in the meanwhile
From Manila Bay he writes on the 23rd of No.
yember, 1872, detailing the lcaky condition Of his
ship and the necessity he will be under Of return
ing home in the most direct way, instead of by the
Pacific.
On the 18th December, he announces a change.
which heavy weather had compelled, in the course
of the Boston.
From Macao Roads on the 18th January, lS43,
he transmits come correspondence on the subject OF
losses by Heard and Co., in riot at Canton, on
the 9TH OF the previous month, in which they re-
Oupsted his Interference IN nhtaiu