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• On 1772-08-19, Semon Pas (son of Picols and Catjes) registered a firearm license for Jan Cap, covering:
  • 1 small cannon (poedern Jago).
  • 1 iron swivel gun (Pi Roo Jaar).
  • 1 small cannon (teerd sa poela konenrEijser).
  • 1 gun from Amghi.
  • 1 sugar-mold gun (Zuijker Coij).
  • 1 blunderbuss with a bayonet.
  • 1 house gun (Sabdak).
  • 14 snaphaunce guns.
  • 4 gunpowder flasks (Catjes kruijt).
  • 550 pounds of lead bullets.
  • 30 other items.
• On 1772-10-08, the following individuals registered firearms in Batavia:
  • Juragan Landouw (farmer from Ladewalhen Boelon):
    • 37 snaphaunce guns.
    • 12 blunderbusses.
  • Anachoda Lawantjo (resident of Ladewalhen Boelon):
    • 20 gunpowder flasks.
    • 16 snaphaunce guns (100 years old, from Batavia).
  • Lim Poko (Chinese from Grissee Tonting):
    • 12 blunderbusses.
    • 2 snaphaunce guns.
    • 2 pikes.
    • 110 gunpowder flasks.
• On 1772-10-19, the following individuals registered firearms:
  • Sergeant Sesser Malijer (from Pamaijang, Samarang):
    • 11 blunderbusses.
    • 2 snaphaunce guns.
    • 7 pikes.
    • 1 gunpowder flask.
  • Bapa Besarie (Javanese):
    • 2 small cannons.
    • 2 small swivel guns (Smaank).
  • Johan Ernst Zaltsman (European from Pantjallang Rembang, resident of Batavia, traveling as a passenger):
    • 26 iron swivel guns.
    • 2 blunderbusses.
    • 5 pikes.
    • 15 gunpowder flasks.
    • 140 pounds of lead bullets.
• On 1772-10-29, the following individuals registered firearms:
  • Balij Sokong Wongso Troeno (Javanese from Batavia):
    • 5 snaphaunce guns.
    • 6.5 pounds of gunpowder.
  • Ten Tioko Cin (Chinese from Tonting Soana):
    • 2 blunderbusses.
    • 2 snaphaunce guns.
    • 5.5 pounds of gunpowder.
  • Bappa Kawiach (Javanese from Samaijang Banallang Rembang):
    • 12 snaphaunce guns.
    • 3 pikes.
    • 3 gunpowder flasks.
  • Saijma Malijer (from Samarang):
    • 24 snaphaunce guns.
    • 25 pikes.
    • 50 gunpowder flasks.
    • 1.5 pounds of gunpowder.
• The total value of registered firearms and ammunition was ƒ327.3 (327 guilders and 3 stuivers).

• Arou Teeko, acting on behalf of his lord, encountered a group of people from Bone and Barroe (referred to as the Crains) who had committed crimes in Passia (likely Pasir, in Borneo). They had stolen goods and feared punishment.
• The Crains initially refused to surrender, despite Arou Teeko offering them pardon if they complied. They compared themselves to "wild animals hunted by hunters," afraid to trust the offer.
• After 3 days of failed negotiations, Arou Teeko suggested moving to a nearby island for safer anchoring. The Crains agreed, and both parties sailed there. Arou Teeko then personally met them, repeating his offer of pardon if they returned stolen goods to the victims (the Passureesen).
• One of the Crains, named Cram Labaccan, had fled to another island (possibly part of the Riau-Lingga archipelago). Arou Teeko pursued him, suspecting the locals of sheltering him, and destroyed a village there as retaliation.
• Both groups eventually returned to Koti (likely Koti Island), where the Macassars (people from Makassar) arrived later due to their larger, slower ships. The local leaders asked Arou Teeko to attend the installation of a new ruler (a child of Arou Gaa Goa's daughter) as a replacement for the deceased one.
• After the ceremony, the Crains returned some—but not all—of the stolen goods, claiming others (like the Malijers, likely people from Malay regions) were also involved. They mentioned many Malijers were still on Pulo Island.
• Arou Teeko sent Inrebassa Latij to Pulo to demand the Malijers return stolen goods and free any enslaved Bugis (people from Bone and nearby areas, including women). The Malijers stalled, responding only the next morning with a defiant letter, calling Arou Teeko's demands too harsh.
• A skirmish broke out: the Malijers attacked with paggers (small boats), and Arou Teeko's men fired back from higher ground. Both sides suffered losses. Realizing further conflict would look like a greedy quest for loot, Arou Teeko decided to retreat to Passia.
• After waiting out the west monsoon (around March/April), they returned home, bringing with them prisoners: Petroansa Sabandaar, Kiaij Demon, and Wira Patra.

• On January 13, 1880, the government approved a payment of 250 guilders from the national fund to cover funeral costs for the widow of Naden Salck, who passed away in July 1880.
• On May 28, 1881, a man named Rost from Haddrup, near Wettringen in Westfalen, offered his services to help organize emigration from Germany to other places, including Dutch colonies. His offer was declined.
• On July 2, 1881, Dr. A. C. Oudemans asked the National Archives if there were records about a comet seen at the Cape of Good Hope in May 1733. The National Archivist responded on July 16, 1881, with notes on the findings, which were sent to Oudemans on December 30, 1881.
• On March 23, 1881, a donation from the New Society (N.S.) was made to the Red Cross to support former French prostitutes.
• On June 13, 1881, the director of the widows' fund for government employees submitted a financial report for the year 1880.
• On September 12, 1881, a letter from de Struwe, acting as the Dutch representative in Japan, was forwarded to the government. The letter was originally addressed to van Lansberge.
• On September 8, 1881, F. de Bas, a captain, asked the Department of Colonies for information to help write a biography of the late Orinsbrederck.
• On November 21, 1880, colonial authorities were notified of mourning procedures for the navy and army following the death of Prince Frederik of the Netherlands.
• The Dutch consul in Manila reported on December 13, 1881, that tobacco farming on the Philippine Islands would be deregulated, and the government monopoly would end in 1882.
• Official notices of mourning for Prince Frederik were received from Curaçao on October 21, 1881, from Suriname on November 11, 1881, and from the Dutch East Indies on November 9, 1881.
• On June 9, 1881, the joint owners of the Djandi sugar factory in Lembang requested permission to display the royal coat of arms on their building. The government advisor recommended against it.
• The Ministry of War offered a list of available maps and instruments to the Royal Library.
• The Dutch Workers' Union (Patrimonium) in Amsterdam requested measures to honor Labor Day (Koningsdag). Their request was forwarded to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
• On December 21, 1880, the government informed the Senate of the University of Amsterdam that the Minister would attend the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Athenaeum Illustre and the university.

• On 21 January 1681, documents were sent following up on earlier letters from 1 December 1680. These included:
  • A treaty between Her Majesty (H.M.) and the king of Samoa from 2 August 1827.
  • An agreement between H.M. and the chiefs and government of Samoa regarding Tutuila and Apia from 2 September 1827.
• On 7 April 1681, the Dutch representative in Berlin sent a friendship treaty between Germany and the United States regarding the Samoan Islands, along with a copy of the treaty.
• Reports were deposited about the visit of the British warship Mohican to Aitutaki on 23 November 1881 and 28 May 1881.
• Measures were discussed for the timely sending of official reports intended for publication in the government gazette.
• Various permits for travel were issued:
  • To Maurits Cammel for New Guinea on 26 July 1600.
  • To N. Ahlig and Hatzen for Java and Madura on 3 January (year unspecified).
  • To Walter Butles and C.L. Bucht for New Guinea on 6 October (year unspecified).
  • To J. Saggi and E. Silvestro on 8 November (year unspecified).
  • To Gras Dinhoff on 12 January (year unspecified).
  • To C.H. Phelps and his wife on 21 December (year unspecified).
  • To the counts de Callene and de Galaït on 22 January (year unspecified).
  • To J. Grabonski on 11 January 1881.
  • To Charles Civitis on 18 February (year unspecified).
  • To von Blhoff Groote on 16 March (year unspecified).
  • To Slaten on 15 January 1851.
  • To Edwin Dachslent on 11 April 1851.
• On 1 August (year unspecified), Count Ziluet, a lieutenant in the 2nd Guards Grenadier Regiment, offered a new catalog for placing advertisements in domestic and foreign newspapers.
• A notification was sent to the board of the Haarlem-Laren Railway Company that the minister could not attend the festive opening of the line on 2 June (year unspecified).
• Copies of letters were provided to Governor-General Lansberge:
  • From the Susuhunan of Surakarta.
  • From the Sultan of Jambi.
  • From the Sultans of Sumbawa and Bima on 18 August 1854, 2 September 1881, and 27 May 1881.
• Receipts of documents were acknowledged on 25 July 1881 and other unspecified dates.

This document lists the people and groups aboard a Dutch ship or settlement under the command of Captain Anthonie van der Plas around the early modern period. The records include military personnel, free individuals, enslaved people, and household members, broken down by role, gender, and family relationships.

• Military and crew casualties:
  • Jan Valentin Smit (steersman, executed)
  • Cornelis van Lol (trumpeter, executed)
  • Arij Zell (soldier, executed)
  • Willem Wakers (soldier)
• Other military ranks:
  • Adjutant
  • Sergeant Guilliam van den Dries
  • Soldiers: Pieter Slimp, Christiaan Rijk, Antonie Sijbrand, Johannis Scholler
• Population count:
  • Men: 931
  • Women: 68
  • Sons: 4
  • Daughters: 98
  • Free men: 77
  • Free women: 63
  • Enslaved men: 316
  • Enslaved women: 323
  • Total heads ("Lellen"): 1083
• Households of officers:
  • Captain Anthonie van der Plas: 1 wife, 1 son, 10 enslaved men, 4 enslaved women
  • Lieutenant Ian Carel Zettig: 1 wife, 1 son, 2 free men, 4 free women, 12 enslaved men, 12 enslaved women
  • Ensign Feijt Landouw: 1 wife, 1 son, 1 free man, 1 free woman, 6 enslaved men, 6 enslaved women
  • Ensign Ian George Heekel: 1 wife, 1 son, 2 free men, 8 enslaved men, 8 enslaved women
  • Sergeant Meyndert de Vries: 1 wife, 1 son, 1 free man, 2 enslaved men, 2 enslaved women
  • Other sergeants and corporals listed with similar household structures, including free and enslaved individuals.
• Total counts for households:
  • Free men: 23
  • Free women: 13
  • Sons: 17
  • Daughters: 23
  • Enslaved men: 63
  • Enslaved women: 58
• Additional totals:
  • Corporals: 103 free men, 59 free women, 91 sons, 92 daughters, 301 enslaved men, 310 enslaved women

This document outlines financial and legal consequences for a condemned individual (referred to as den gevangene, "the prisoner") related to slavery and fraud. The following points summarize the key details:

• A total of 258 guilders was paid to redeem a gun that the prisoner had to surrender in Conlant after murdering an enslaved person named bandoeke.
• An additional 210 guilders was required to compensate or reimburse what the prisoner had to pay to others, or to settle debts related to 6 enslaved individuals who had escaped.
• A payment of 258 guilders was made to Nachoda Jntie topalla, a local leader, to reimburse excess taxes he had paid on goods he brought in, under false pretenses of concealment, totaling 3,296 guilders, 4 stuivers, and 4 pennies.
• Funds from the prisoner's already seized money would be used to free enslaved individuals who were illegally sold by the prisoner. This includes those still alive who could be located, excluding those already deceased or missing for over 3 years.
• Specifically, 2 free individuals, a man and a woman named ourij serrij and lasanua, were sold by the prisoner in Banjar according to his confession (document No. 20).
• Two other individuals, lackahana and lackalassa, were also mentioned as enslaved people sold by the prisoner.

The document emphasizes that these enslaved individuals should be freed without further compensation, redemption, or restitution, as explicitly stated.

This document outlines financial claims against an unnamed prisoner (referred to as de gevangene) by various individuals, likely in a colonial Dutch legal context. The summary of the claims is as follows:

• Tosmas demanded compensation of 10 rixdollars (half of the total 20 rixdollars) that was taken from him by officials under the gevangene and the gewestelijke zandhaar (local authority). The money was seized under the false claim that Tosmas was traveling to Cayeli (Caijebij) instead of his stated destination. The remaining 10 rixdollars were still owed to him.
• Tosmas also sought reimbursement for goods taken by the gevangene, who falsely accused him of planning to enslave people. Additionally, a debt for rice consumed but left unpaid by the gevangene was mentioned.
• Nachoda Tojana (likely a ship captain or leader) claimed restitution for money forcibly taken by the gevangene when Nachoda Tojana arrived with a proper company pass from Bulo Bulo but was accused of lying about his destination.
• A total of 2437 rixdollars, 46 stuivers, and 30 duiten was recorded as a combined transport-related debt owed by the gevangene.
• Nachoda Toa-Samila demanded 160 rixdollars for goods wrongfully seized by the gevangene upon returning from Java, under false pretenses of commercial debts and threats of imprisonment.
• Anga Assan sought payment for half a corgie (a type of measure) of Passir mats that the gevangene used but did not pay for.
• The free Zangaresse woman Lasara (or her parents) claimed compensation for money extorted by the gevangene, who had falsely enslaved her.
• The Malay scribes Boemi Pavisie (alias Intie Dienab) and Boemi Zerkilo, both Domponese (likely from Dompo, a region in Indonesia), were owed 75 rixdollars by the gevangene.
• A final transport-related debt of 2938 rixdollars, 46 stuivers, and 6 duiten was recorded against the gevangene.

The records describe financial claims and payments involving a prisoner and several traders in the 1670s and 1680s:

• 1674: A trader named Clappus was compensated 22 guilders for a boat he bought in Banjar but was taken from him by the prisoner.
• A captain named Nachoda Tomoeman received 15 guilders after the prisoner demanded payment for a transaction involving goods transported from Batavia.
• Another captain, Nachoda Tosia=vina, was owed 476 reals and 30 stivers for transporting the prisoner from Batavia to Grisee but was never fully paid.
• The prisoner later demanded an additional 440 reals from the same captain for services related to the journey.
• In 1681, a payment of 2,179 reals and 22 stivers was made to Nachoda Josajoena for transporting a lan-alij (a type of cargo).
• The prisoner also demanded 9 reals from the company’s toll fees and 30 stivers for mats supplied to him, though only part of the amount was paid.
• A trader named Tonetta was paid 30 reals by the prisoner for a slave, though the actual value was lower.
• Nachoda Lapalla was forced under duress (with chains) to pay the prisoner 100 reals for two gold arm rings that went unpaid.
• A final payment of 382 reals, 46 stivers, and 24 pennies was made to redeem half of a company-owned ship called Nacroda tostna.

Additional smaller amounts, such as 50 reals and 10 stivers, were also recorded in the transactions.

The government paid the following compensations to fishermen for damages caused by a prisoner (referred to as den gev:):
• For violent acts committed while seizing their boats in the first two koninginne dam (fishing areas) and the third tahalille area: 1025:12 reals.

Additional payments were made for stolen goods:
• 1 picul of Japanese rudder: 14 reals and 24.
• 2 piculs of trissen (likely a type of fishing gear): 2 reals.
• 9 reals in cash.
• 2 fine fishing nets were not compensated because they had already been returned. These goods were taken by the prisoner or his slaves under the pretense of searching for stolen items in their boats.

Payments to specific individuals:
• To the leader of the Toadiers, named Matoua: 155 reals and 10, extorted by the prisoner under the false claim of illegal trade.
• To the captain Boeloes Nachoda: 39 reals and 24.
• To Jutie Sammath, captain of Intie Cambahoe: 300 reals for 10 picols of arack (alcoholic drink) delivered by the prisoner but never paid for. The prisoner demanded this money after failing to sail from Grissee to Fianton due to monsoon winds.
• To Nachoda Togima: 40 reals for a fine wrongfully collected by the prisoner beyond the required toll fees when sailing from Banjar.
• To Nachoda Togima again: 50 reals extorted by the prisoner after his ship arrived in Batavia and had been docked for a long time.
• To Nachoda Laintangh: 50 reals.

Total transported funds for these compensations: 1674 reals, 22, and an additional 90 reals, totaling 9 reals and 29.

The text describes financial wrongdoings by an imprisoned local individual, who was found to have stolen and extorted money and goods. The following points summarize the key details:

• The Council of Justice of Batavia Castle was asked to recover the stolen goods and money, distributing them fairly to those affected.
• The prisoner had extorted money from several people, including:
• The Dutch East India Company (Compagnie), which was owed toll money amounting to rd:s 322:12 (out of a total of rd:s 775:12 that was withheld).
• An unresolved legal dispute between Bartholomeus de Groote (a senior ship officer) and the prisoner, involving goods and materials worth rd:s 453 belonging to the Company. Though the prisoner appeared to have settled this based on a decision by the Council of Police on 4 August 1702, the records were falsified to cover up the theft.
• Three free women:
  • Samma van Toradia and Alima van Patenij, each extorted for 100 rijksdaalders (total: 200 rijksdaalders).
  • Sontingh, a free Makassarese woman, extorted for 50 rijksdaalders.
• The total amount stolen and extorted was rd:s 1025:12.

The court examined evidence to conclude that the accused did not claim the remaining 300 rijksdaalders (rd:s) from a disputed sum. Instead, the accused admitted to a total of 494 rijksdaalders, as stated in Ponijs' complaint under article 3. This amount included:

• 450 rijksdaalders in two cash payments, plus the value of confiscated goods (aracq).
• An additional 40 rijksdaalders, linked to a captured enslaved person named Parnakan Moor Oumar, who testified in a criminal case that he saw the accused leave with a bag of 400 rijksdaalders from his property toward Vander Mijl.
• The remaining 50 rijksdaalders appeared to have been kept by Oumar himself.

The case also involved Jamila, the wife of Bougijs Prince Arou Theto (exiled to Ceylon), who filed a claim for 191 rijksdaalders against the accused. This claim was first brought before the Honorable Council of Police in Makassar, debated by the accused, and nearly settled by the council.

Finally, the Council of Justice of Castle Rotterdam ruled that if any assets remained after deducting the accused’s debts, half would go to the accused’s wife, and the other half would be confiscated for distribution. The record was extracted from the criminal register and signed by A. d’ Winter, secretary.

This document describes a report sent to a high-ranking official (referred to as uwel Edele Achtb: or "Your Noble Honor") regarding events in the Moluccas (part of modern-day Indonesia). Here’s a summary of the key points:

• A declaration was provided by two individuals:
  • A Pernakan (Peranakan) Chinese man named Iansenkong, who served as the nachoda (ship’s captain).
  • A man from Ternate named Hamisie, who served as the matra (mate or assistant).
  Both were aboard a two-masted chialoup (small ship) owned by Feit Landouw, a Ternate citizen and lieutenant captain. The ship was sent to Salwatti (likely Salawati Island) to investigate attacks by Papoens (Papuans) on Obij (likely Obi Island), where a group of "extirpators" (likely raiders or attackers) had been active.
• The report includes details of the crew’s experiences and other events related to the raids, which will be clear to Your Noble Honor from the statements provided.
• Additionally, the document mentions that a notorious fugitive, the self-proclaimed ruler Lokman (also known as Witna or Killeloehoe), fled from the village of Killeloehoe in Kefing (likely Kei Islands) to Salwatti upon hearing rumors of an approaching military expedition from Ternate.
• During his brief stay in Killeloehoe, Lokman tried to persuade the people of Ceram (likely Seram Island), Goram (likely Gorom Island), Kei, and other places to join his cause. His goal was to bring them under the control of the exiled Tidore prince, Noekoe, whose growing influence in the region was seen as increasingly dangerous.
• The writer expresses hope that Your Noble Honor, with the support of Ternate’s ruler, will take timely and cautious measures to address this threat.

In 1668, a tense situation arose that required the attention of the government. A landowner named G. Lebret, who owned property in Pavoeroewan, submitted a formal request to the authorities. His complaint focused on ongoing disputes over the boundaries of his estate, Hedaureng. Key points of the situation included:

• A map of the estate had been created in 1610 by the government surveyor D. Landouw, which Lebret believed supported his claims.
• Previous conflicts had been settled through negotiations between the district officer and the landowners, but recent attempts had failed to reach an agreement.
• On the day before the complaint, tenants from the estate were summoned before the Regent of Saeveroewan without clarification on whether they were witnesses or accused parties.
• The statements taken from them did not accurately reflect their opinions, according to Lebret.
• Lebret accused the government of unjustly using the lands of Vectauweng for its own benefit, contrary to the estate’s documented boundaries.

The request urged the Governor-General to intervene, suggesting that an impartial official should investigate the matter instead of the Resident of Saeveroewan, who was seen as biased. The document was signed by the Government Secretary, Hil. Asschrefft, and marked with the reference number 683.

On 11 June 1824, the following decisions were recorded in Manado:

• A soldier was granted permission to marry Maria Magdalena Mollet. The Military Department and the Assistant were informed for record-keeping and follow-up.
• Hermanus Koenes, aged 61, requested a pension after serving 28 years in the military, during which he was wounded and lost the use of his arm. After reviewing the report by Lieutenant Colonel Adjutant de Sleiers, it was decided to grant him half the standard soldier's pension (4.15 guilders per month), starting 1 June 1824, payable in Manado.
• Thomas Landeuw, a 1st Lieutenant in the 3rd Battalion of the 20th Infantry Division and commander in Manado, requested additional compensation due to the heavy workload of his command. It was approved to grant him feed money for two horses, effective 1 January 1824. This benefit was a one-time favor and would not set a precedent for future commanders.

Copies of these decisions were sent to:

• The Governor of the Moluccas
• The Head Directorate of Finance
• The General Accounting Office
• The Resident of Seruate (likely Siau)

for information and follow-up.

On 125 (likely 1725), three men with favorable qualities were promoted or reassigned in military and construction roles:

• The armory master was appointed as the chief carpenter.
• The master mason’s assistant, Gisbert van der Sloot, was named chief carpenter, then replaced by Hendrik Rogg (also called Hendrik Grogge).
• Simon Andries van Velsen (also called Simon Anitem or dries van velsen) became the new master mason’s assistant with a monthly wage of ƒ 22.

Due to pressure from the rulers of Ternate, Tidore, and the Sangir kings, three corporals—Johannes Pieters, Johan Groos, and Joseph Doupler—were promoted to sergeant.

On 1 December:

• With approval from higher authorities, Gisbert van der Sloot was officially made armory master.
• On the recommendation of the militia chief, Captain Wedel promoted Corporal Johan Philip Honevelder to sergeant.

In sessions held on 21 December, 12 March, 5 April, and 21 May, the following soldiers were granted civilian freedom at their own request:

• Bartholomeus van den Bogaart (soldier),
• Casper Durant (corporal),
• Feit Landouw and Hendrik Voij (soldiers),
• Johannes Harmensz (military barber-surgeon),
• Joris Mattheus (corporal).

The Ensign Anthonij van der Plaats was discharged from service but kept his rank and status, with an offer to return if needed.

On 15 May 1701, a letter was written from Timor, specifically from Fort Concordia, addressed to Governor-General Willem van Outhoorn and the Council of the Dutch East Indies in Batavia. The letter was signed by several local rulers and leaders, showing their loyalty and friendship with the Dutch East India Company (VOC):

• Anthomanana, young king of Kupang
• Amma Besje, young king of Amanubang
• Amatano, young king of Mombair
• Amabackie, acting regent of Sonba'i
• Amakiefjerne, king of Amabi
• Ammatara, commander of the Amabise
• Anixhoan, acting regent of Amfoan
• Lai Bleeder, king and protector of Taibenu
• Lainoeff, second regent of Kai Besi Nu
• The king of Amatierang

The letter expressed warm greetings and loyalty to the VOC and requested a piece of yellow silk cloth. It also mentioned that 10 people sent by the Dutch on the ship De Wind had arrived safely. One of them, a young king, was taken under protection, but fled to Babau Bay when Portuguese ships appeared. The remaining 9 stayed with the young king.

The letter was also signed by rulers from the following regions, all under VOC authority:

• Fermane
• Landouw
• Deecka
• Lolij
• Curbassa
• Oinale
• Thije
• Offipocko
• Baka

The letter ended with well-wishes for health, blessings, and prosperity to the Dutch leaders.

On 22 October 1728, a report was written from Macassar (now Makassar) about two separate events:

• A group of men—Otto Piekes, Pieter Desmish, Iacob Louwerensz Blom, and Jan van Houte—lost their small boat (canoe) during rough weather. They believed it had filled with water and sunk due to strong winds and heavy waves. Despite searching the next day, they could not find it. They declared their willingness to provide further details if needed.
• A hearing was held regarding six locals from Bellani pa (likely Bolaang Mongondow region): Toemoesa, Tohari, Goeroe, Togese, Samba Tapoena, and Kanna. Three of them—Toemoesa, Tohari, and Goeroe—were sent home by their king without trading goods, as they were only running personal errands. The other three—Togese, Samba Tapoena, and Kanna—were detained on suspicion of being unauthorized wanderers (possibly stowaways or migrants without permission).

Additionally, a request was discussed:

• The local secretary, Wouter Gerrit Tenpesel, asked to send annual reports to higher authorities (referred to as "Haar Hoog Ed=" or "Their High Excellence") and requested approval to continue in his current role. The council agreed, noting he had held the combined roles of Secretary of Police and Justice since 14 November 1726. However, they acknowledged the workload was too heavy for one person, especially during difficult times.
• The council unanimously decided to relieve Tenpesel of his dual duties and promote Cornelis Munniks (current assistant) to the position of First Clerk of Police and Secretary of Justice. Munniks would take an oath for the role. The decision was recorded in Castle Rotterdam in Macassar on the same date.

The document was signed by: I:s van Arrewijne, Ab=r. Labourdette, Joan Steenhof, J: H=s Nipoort, I:s Augier, E:s Nuijds, Ab=m Walburg, and W=m G=s Tenpesel.

In this legal document from Amsterdam, a group called the Insinuanten (official notifiers) formally protested against someone who refused to accept their notification. They warned that this refusal could lead to costs, damages, and lost earnings—both what had already happened and what might happen in the future. They also stated that they reserved the right to take further legal action.

The person who refused the notification simply replied, "Ik hoor en sie" ("I hear and see" or "I acknowledge this").

The document was officially recorded in Amsterdam in the presence of two witnesses:

• Johannes Munnink
• Cornelis van Talingen

The notary who certified the document was Hendrik van Heel (H:V: Heel Notaris).

This document contains official statements and answers given under oath about trade activities in the East Indies in the early 1700s. Here’s a breakdown of the key details:

• 5 March 1705: Claasz, a high-ranking merchant and former second-in-command, provided a sworn statement.
• 16 March 1705: The statement was confirmed under oath.
• 31 March 1705: Captain Jan Pieterk Wesselburgh answered questions about rice trade, with additional records provided on 1 April and 24 April 1705.
• 4 April 1705: Further answers were given about the Prince of Tanette and Crain Aganonje, with records from 21 March and 24 March 1705.
• 11 April 1706: Information was provided about the kings of Bima, Dompo, Tambora, Sangar, and Papekat, with records from 21 March and 24 March.
• 14 April 1705: Captain Wesselburgh answered more questions about the old ruler of Sumba (Loka), with records from 21 March and 24 March 1705.
• 2 April 1705: Captain Jacob Steenbergen responded to questions about rice trade, with records from 22 March and 24 March 1705.
• 8 April 1705: Additional answers were given about the Prince of Tanette and Crain Aganonje, with records from 22 March and 24 March 1705.
• 8 April 1705: More information was provided about the kings of Bima, Dompo, Tambora, Sangar, and Papekat, with records from 22 March and 24 March 1705.

This record contains documents collected by merchant and prosecutor Joan Snouk and presented to the honorable governors and directors Willem de Roo and Joan Jacob Erdervelt. The documents relate to a lost chest belonging to the executed Marcus Santbeek, as well as illegal activities involving a rice monopoly and other crimes.

• 10 January 1705: Interrogation answers from ensign Dirk van Nieuwersluijs, including follow-up notes from 12 January and 14 January, and a copy of a letter from former governor C. Beernink to Nieuwersluijs, dated 13 February 1704, about the lost chest of Marcus Santbeek.
• 12 January 1705: Interrogation answers from Batavia citizen Lambert Ringesaar, with follow-up notes from 18 January and 14 January, regarding the same chest.
• 5 March 1705: Interrogation answers from lieutenant Jan Riddel, with follow-up notes from 7 March and 9 March, concerning the illegal rice trade.
• 4 March 1705: Interrogation answers from Ambon lieutenant Joseph Ioan, with follow-up notes from 5 March and 7 March, also about the illegal rice trade.

The text describes a conflict involving Prins Crain aganonja, who had disobeyed orders and faced consequences from the General Alliance (a political and military coalition). Here’s what happened:

• The witness (likely a Dutch official) states that Prins Crain aganonja was condemned by the Governor for his disobedience and failure to comply with the alliance’s rules. The prince was fined, but the fine was later redistributed among the needy people of Boni (a kingdom in Southeast Asia).
• A Dutch representative, Under-merchant Aarnout Moll, was sent as an envoy to Boni to discuss the incident with the King of Boni. The situation caused tension, and many allies were upset.
• The witness reports that the King of Boni was deeply troubled by the case, especially because the actions of Prins Crain aganonja had caused problems for the people of Santbeek (likely a region or group) and led to hatred toward Governor Beerminck.
• The King of Boni faced harsh treatment due to this conflict, and some allies, including Vrain Bontosongo and the Old Raja Loubou, even suggested removing the king from power. However, this did not happen.
• The witness confirms that the King of Boni was forced to pay a fine of several tbailen (a unit of gold) as punishment for the actions of Prins Crain aganonja, which greatly distressed the people of Boni.

The witness also notes that the King of Boni was deeply saddened to see a once-respected figure like Santbeek (possibly a person or place) now being treated as guilty and punished.

On April 11, 1705, in Rotterdam, before officials from the honorable Council of Justice of Rotterdam Castle, a hearing took place involving:
• The merchant and council member Pieter van der Horst.
• The assistant merchant and shopkeeper Hendrik van der Stille.
• The secretary A. D. Winter, who recorded the event.
The hearing focused on the interrogation of Jan Pietersz Wesselburgh, conducted by Captain Joan Snoub, fiscal officer in Makassar. Wesselburgh testified under oath about complaints from local leaders on the island of Sumba, including:
• Bia,
• Dompo,
• Tambora,
• Sangar, and
• Papekat.
These leaders claimed they were oppressed by individuals like Marcus, Santbeek, Den Moor, and Ouwar Ali, who:
• Forcibly took their people (likely as laborers or slaves).
• Seized valuable goods like sappanwood (a type of dyewood).
When asked if he knew about these complaints, Wesselburgh stated:
• He had never heard of such issues during the governorship of the late Governor Isaac van Thije.
• He advised the complainants to report the abuses to the current governor, Beerninck.
• The complainants refused, believing Marcus Santbeek had exclusive influence over Governor Beerninck.
• They felt Santbeek could act freely, as if his actions were approved by the governor himself.

• On 22 January 1765, the military council in Makassar confirmed decisions made by Governor and Council of Police regarding the local civilian militia (burger schutterij).
• The council approved:
  • Promoting 2 corporals to sergeants from the 4 nominated candidates.
  • Enrolling 6 young men—Barend Pop, Matthijs Muller, Thomas Isaaksz, Lourens Engesa, Jesaias Abrahamsz, and Frans Groenhard—into the militia, as they had reached the age of 16. This would increase the militia’s Primo plan unit to 50 members.
• The council raised concerns about Hendrik Slosius, a militia member known for:
  • Disorderly behavior, causing frequent problems.
  • Repeatedly skipping his guard duties.
  • Ignoring warnings from corporals and showing no improvement.
  • Being missing without explanation, setting a bad example for others.
  The council unanimously agreed to request that the Government of Makassar:
  • Dismiss Slosius from the militia (casseren).
  • Deport him as a "harmful individual" at the next opportunity.
• The council also supported a request from militia member Salomon Cordero:
  • Due to old age (serving since 1736) and poor eyesight, he asked to be excused from regular guard duty.
  • The council proposed he instead pay an annual fee of 2 rijksdaalders (Dutch currency) to the Negorij Cassa (local treasury), as allowed by Article 56 of the 1758 militia regulations.
• Additionally:
  • Adriaan Hendrik Godenpijl, previously granted civilian exemption, was re-enrolled in the militia and assigned regular duties.
• The meeting was attended and signed by:
  • F. W. H. van Blijdenbergh
  • J. H. Voll
  • A. Ravensberg
  • B. van Cleeff
  • Leendert Geesderp (marked with a cross, as he could not write).
• The Government of Makassar approved all proposals on the same day, including:
  • The appointment of Anthonij Ravensberg (a junior merchant and paymaster) to the military council, replacing Johannes Roukens and Bastiaan van Cleeff, who had resigned as sergeants.
  • The enrollment of Diego Tawaris, David Abrahamsz, and the 6 young men mentioned earlier.
  • The exemption of Salomon Cordero from guard duty, provided he paid the annual fee.
  • The dismissal and deportation of Hendrik Slosius, described as "lewd, rebellious, and disruptive," with no improvement despite repeated military discipline.

The following points summarize a 1739 agreement between the Dutch East India Company (E: Comp) and the people of Towadjo (on the island of Macassar, now Makassar):

• The people of Towadjo promised not to start wars with anyone allied with the Dutch East India Company. If conflicts arose, the Company would mediate.
• If the king of Tosowra (the main king of Towadjo) died, the Tello Limpojas people and others in Towadjo could not choose a new king without the Company’s approval. The Company also reserved the right to remove a king if he did not rule properly and appoint a new one.
• All forts and strongholds in Towadjo had to be destroyed, and no new ones could be built without the Company’s permission.
• The people of Towadjo were forbidden from allowing any foreign groups—such as the English, French, Swedes, Germans, Spanish, Italians, Portuguese, Moors, Malays, or Javanese—into their land. They also could not send or receive ambassadors or letters from these groups.
• For trade and travel, the people of Towadjo were only allowed to sail to Bali, along the coast of Java to Batavia, and to Borneo. They needed a pass from the Company’s president at Fort Rotterdam in Macassar. Anyone found sailing without this pass—especially toward Bima, Solor, Timor, or beyond—would be treated as an enemy and captured.

On 20 October 1756, officials in Makassar reported ongoing issues with a company-run shop. The shopkeeper, unable to provide a guarantor (someone to promise payment if he failed), had requested either an exemption from this rule or a different job. Earlier, on 10 July 1750, the board had ordered the shopkeeper to secure a guarantor for 4,000 guilders by 15 June of that year. However, on 27 July, the shopkeeper claimed he couldn’t find one and asked for relief or reassignment.

The officials noted that keeping the shop open was risky and unprofitable. They suggested closing monthly sales, as many local and Chinese traders bought goods in bulk, often paying upfront and using them for profitable voyages. They asked the board in the Netherlands for further instructions.

In a separate matter, the officials had decided on 23 April to sell off spoiled Cape wine (from South Africa) quickly, even at a loss. They sold 7 casks on 3 May, 5 July, and 13 September for 504 guilders, losing 352 guilders and 16 stuivers. By 10 November, 4 more casks were so ruined they had to be dumped at sea.

Additionally, to prevent further loss, they sold the last of the spoiled Cape wheat on 13 September—just 3,066⅓ pounds for 121 guilders and 18 stuivers. The rye, however, remained unsold. On 5 December, they decided to dispose of it to avoid total loss.

The memo also briefly mentioned a ship, the Memori, traveling between Timor, Siam (modern Thailand), and Batavia (modern Jakarta).