An Abstract of the Proceedings of the Select Committee of the House of Commons

Appointed Session, 1849, to Inquire Into the Contract Packet ServiceBy Great Britain. Parliament. House of Commons. Select Committee to Inquire into the Contract Packet Service, Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company

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An Abstract of the Proceedings of the Select Committee of the House of Commons presents a meticulous exploration of 19th-century maritime communication and its intricate relationship with emerging global trade networks. The anthology offers an illuminating glimpse into the deliberations surrounding the Contract Packet Service and the pivotal role of the Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company. With pieces capturing the technical, economic, and political contexts of the era, the collection stands out for its robust analysis of maritime strategies critical to the British Empire's expansion. The cold logic of policy and commerce is passionately dissected, revealing the nuanced diplomacy and logistical challenges of the time. Contributors are drawn from an esteemed assembly of parliamentary figures who played a crucial role during a transformative period in British history. The editors, representing the Select Committee, have pieced together voices that echo the complexities of 19th-century geopolitical pressures and economic advocacy. Many of these voices were at the forefront of the Industrial Revolution, influencing the dialogue on technological progress and international reach. Their collaborative insights encapsulate the mood of the era, aligning closely with the broader Victorian fascination with innovation and imperial power. Readers are invited to engage with this comprehensive volume for a rich tapestry of perspectives on a pivotal historical epoch. The anthology offers a rare lens into the technological and strategic ambitions that shaped modern maritime practices. With its compelling narratives and diverse viewpoints, An Abstract provides both a scholarly resource and a catalyst for deeper dialogue on the continuity between historical maritime policy and contemporary global dynamics. This collection promises to enlighten those interested in history, politics, and economics with its rigorous and diverse portrayals of the time.

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1Introduction

11Charge of corrupt Jobbing, and Favouritism by the Admiralty towards the Peninsular and Oriental Company.

2AN ABSTRACT OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE SELECT COMMITTEE OF THE HOUSE OF COMMONS, APPOINTED SESSION, 1849, TO INQUIRE INTO THE CONTRACT PACKET SERVICE; IN SO FAR AS THE SAME RELATES TO THE PENINSULAR AND ORIENTAL STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY; WITH AN INTRODUCTORY STATEMENT AND REMARKS. Presented to the Court of Directors. ABSTRACTED AND PRINTED FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE PROPRIETORS OF THE COMPANY. November, 1849.

12Inspection of the Company’s Affairs by the Government.

3AN ABSTRACT, &amp;c., &amp;c.

13Report by Captain Ellice and W. H. Bond, on the Peninsular and Oriental Steam Packet Company.

4No. I. THE PENINSULAR MAILS.

14No. 2—List of the Steam Ships belonging to the Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company.—June 10, 1848.

5No. II. Contract for an accelerated Conveyance of the India and other Mails between England and Malta, and Alexandria. COMMENCED SEPTEMBER 1ST, 1840.

15No. 3.—Statement of the Debts, Assets, and Effects of the Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company, 31st March, 1848.

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6No. III. Contract for conveying Mails between Suez and Aden, Ceylon, Madras, Calcutta, Penang, Singapore, and Hong Kong. COMMENCED JANUARY 1st, 1845.

16No. 4.—Disbursements and Receipts of the Peninsular and Oriental

7No. IV. Contract for conveying the Bombay Branch of the India Mails between Southampton and Alexandria.

17Copy of a Memorandum by the Earl of Auckland, on the receipt of that of Mr. Cowper.

8DISCONTINUANCE OF THE ABOVE ARRANGEMENT.

18Extract from the Deed of Settlement of the Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company, dated 25 January, 1841.

9Efficiency of Performance of the Mail Service.

19Extract from the Evidence of Mr. Anderson, M.P., a Member of the Committee.

10Complaints made to the Admiralty against the Company.