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being strongly situated, and its Governor a man of approved courage and
firmly attached to Lutf Ali Khan, there is little expectation of the Sheikh’s
success against it.
Ever since the revolution took place, all mercantile communication
between Shorauz and Bushiro has ceased, and it is easy to conceive the vast
detriment commerce must cause consequently have substained although many
revolutions have happened of late years in this country, not one has been
attended with such injurious consequences to its trade. Owing to the stagna­
tion of trade money is extremely scarce, and to add to the list of evils, every
kind of grain and provisions, are uncommonly scarce and dear.
I have the honour to subscribe, etc., etc.,
CHARLES WATKINS.
BcSHIRE;
The let June 1792.

CCXLVI.
From the Resident at Bushire to the Presidency.
Honourable Sir and Sirs,

The accompanying letter, dated the 1st ultimo, was written in expectation
of the speedy return of the Drake to the Presidency, but since that period a
total alteration in the posture of affairs at Sherauz having taken place, I shall
beg leave to trespass again on your patience,, and continue the relation of
events to the present time.
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Shakh Nassir returned from Khisht the 27th ultimo and has since, by the
death of Meer Ali Khan, obtained possession of the Island of Carrack. Aga
Mahomed Khan has lately been very importunate in his commands to the
Sheikh to repair to Sherauz. The Sheikh it is apparent wishes to decline
going, but it is not likely that Aga Mahomed Khan will admit of any excuse or
evasion.
I have the honour to remain with the
most perfect respects,

Hon’ble Sir and Gentlemen, etc., etc.,
CHARLES WATKINS.

Bushire ;
The 27th July 1792.

CCXLVII.
Translation of a letter from the Broker at Muscat to Presidency, dated 17th June 1795.
After compliment8.
I have not received any letter from your Honour for a long time. I hope
considering me as one of your faithful servants you will not omit to write to
me.