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George Young and Co. of Leith records concerning shipping and exports from the Island of Lombok

Abstract

Huskus Koopman, the author of this letter, was involved in negotiating treaties with the kings of Bali and Lombok on behalf of the Indies government.

Translation

No. 39 Onboard H.M. Korver Argo at Ampenan, 28 October 1842 In response to your letter of today, it is pertinent that although I am saddened to see my mission, which has no other objectives than those favourable to Lombok, delayed, I believe that I will comply with the condition set by the Ruler, must submit and only hope that what is feasible will be done so that the negotiations between myself and the Ruler mentioned(?) can be opened quickly. The Governorate Commissioner for the island of Lombok, Wilhelmus Koopman At: Mr Aly. Simpson in Ampanan.

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