MISSIONARIES IN CHINA.


Supplement to the Canton Register. Canton: December 20, 1835. Printed broadside, 315 x 215 mm. Disbound. Some toning. Left margin rough.The Canton Register was founded in 1827 by Scottish merchants James and Alexander Matheson. It was one of the first English-language imprints in China. This supplement publishes a recent edict from the Emperor announcing fairly strict regulations prohibiting foreign flag-bearing ships with holds from entering the harbor, and subjecting all smaller boats to examinations. The editors add their commentary: "We cannot suppose that the acting-governor expects such ludicrous prohibitions deserving of the least attention; they will simply do to remain on record."