Cargo List

The below is a (growing) list of cargoes as reported in various treaty port newspapers. It is hoped they will provide useful insights into treaty port trade and give researchers into individual companies what goods or commodities they were handling. The list will be updated frequently.

Last update: 9 July 2025

Cargo List

Japan Herald (Yokohama) - No. 83 September 26, 1863

In the Semper Fidelis to Shanghai, despatched by S. Maine.

Cotton 816 Bales

Merchandise 35 Packages

In the Cambridge for London, despatched by Macpherson & Marshall, 17th inst.

Silk 730 Bales

Tea 3666 Packages

Cotton 923 Bales

Curios, etc. 35 Packages

Wax 109 Boxes

Tobacco 25 Packages

In the Onward for Shanghai, despatched by Allmand & Co.

Boards 16519 pieces

Oil 24 tubs

Re-exports 200 Packages

In the Fe Loong for Shanghai, despatched by S. Maine.

Silk 126 Bales

Floss 21 Bales

Tea 546 Packages, 32,000 lbs.

Merchandise 180 Packages

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The Japan Herald  (Yokohama) - No. 96 December 2, 1863

In the Gov. van Swieten for London, despatched by J. I. Miller.

Silk 321 Bales

Tea 5,044.5 Chests (lbs. 180,747)

Sundries 10 Cases

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