The Yamen finds that by the French Tariff the invert duty on clocks is fixed at 5 per cent ad valorem, that on watches at the rate of one tael per pair. It is now decided to make thes per cent ad valorem duty the rule in both cases. Stringent provisions for the prevention of smuggling have also been adopted. These arrangements appear complete, and it is proposed to consider these new Rules as taking effect from the Lith May next, The Prince is writing to the Ministers Superintendent of the Northern and Southern Ports to instruct them to og them in operation at the various Ports also to the Resident Foreign Ministers and to Mr.
to now sends a copy of these Rules as now decided on for the information of His Excellency the British Minister.
A necessary communication, &e, ec.
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