J.M. Hall to William Mackinnon. regarding argument over Bombay & Calcutta hiring rates and tonage allowances and dispute about "Himalaya", "the flower of the fleet of our steamers". Complains at once, too subservient to the Governor, ignored his complaints, considered only their commission and also tendered too cheaply. Other complaints about the agency - issue of champagne to ships' officers; excessive compliance in tug damage case. Enclosure (not mentioned in letter) copy of letter regarding financing of Tripartite Gardens Tea plantations, dated 25 Nov. 1867. Copy sent to Begg, Dunlop & Co.

Order number:	PP MS 1, Box 95
Date(s) of creation:	11 Dec 1867
Level:	Item
Format:	Archive