Letter reporting that the ships
Duncanand
Sophiaarrived in Bushire on the 29 and 30 May respectively. They were not subject to pirate attacks, but saw boats and were informed that a small fleet from Ras el Khima [Ras al-Khaimah] was cruising at the entrance of the Gulf.1 folio
Letter enclosing a letter to the Governor General, the Earl of Moira dated 1 July 1815:The enclosure referrs to Bruce's letter of 30 December 1813 and gives updates on the situation of Aga Esmail, who has been released from Sheraz [Shiraz] and is now travelling to Mushed Ali [?Mashhad] and Kerbella [Karbala].1 folio
The letter encloses a copy of the charter party entered into by William Bruce for the ship
Duncanto provide accommodation for officers and men returning to India. The letter also justifies the price of the charter.2 folios
Letter reporting a reply received from remonstrations made to Rehma ben Jauber [Rahma bin Jabir] regarding a boat captured by him (the bugulah
Darabee, captured in January 1815). Rehma ben Jauber claimed that he attacked the boat under the impression it belonged to his enemy Shaikh bin Rizk [Rizq] and when he realised the cargo was English he immediately sent it on to Muscat, he will not, however, return the boat itself.1 folio
Letter enclosing a letter to Charles Arthur Molony, Deputy Persian Secretary to Government at Fort William, for the information of the Governor:The enclosed letter confirms that the letters from the Government at Fort William have been forwarded to the Court of Persia.1 folio
Letter requesting the ship be anchored near the British Factory and be prepared for the accomodation of British officers and property in case the need arises.1 folio
Letter acknowledging receipt of a letter dated 28 September 1815 and explaining his expenses and salary. The letter also includes a detailed statement of expenses incurred by the Residency between 10 July 1812 and 31 March 1813.2 folios
Letter enclosing a descriptive roll of horses shipped on the
Duncanand discussing the practicalities of shipment and payment. The letter also encloses a bill of exchange to be paid to Mr Cross, supercargo of the
Duncan.1 folio