Consulta do Conselho Ultramarino a D. João IV, rei de Portugal sobre a Carta do Senado da Câmara de Macau respeitante às irregularidades cometidas pelo governador-geral, D. Sebastião Lobo da Silveira e relacionadas com a concessão de três viagens do Japão e com a licença para os moradores de Macau poderem navegar livremente para todas as partes da Índia, Angola e Portugal. Parecer do Conselho para que se devasse o procedimento do governador é favorável às concessões pedidas. Resolução régia de acordo com o parecer do Conselho
This archival document comprises a composite transcription of proceedings, petitions, and official correspondence relating to the Municipal Council (Câmara) of Macau, dated 31 October 1643, with supplementary materials extending to 25 March 1645. It records administrative deliberations concerning th...
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Diogo Vasques
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Dom Diogo da Paz
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Dom João IV succession
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Dom Sebastião Lobo da Silveira
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Ecclesiastical Jurisdictional Conflict
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Goa revenue disputes
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Jagar trade
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Macau Municipal Council
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Macau disease outbreaks
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Macau storm damage
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Manila trade
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Mello de Ouro
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Portuguese-Japanese trade
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navigation authorisation Estado da Índia
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vessel seizure in Goa
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| description | This archival document comprises a composite transcription of proceedings, petitions, and official correspondence relating to the Municipal Council (Câmara) of Macau, dated 31 October 1643, with supplementary materials extending to 25 March 1645. It records administrative deliberations concerning the death of King Dom João IV in February 1643 and the consequent assumption of royal duties by Macau’s municipal officers; the contested governance of Captain-General Dom Sebastião Lobo da Silveira, including his delegation of fiscal authority to Diogo Vasques and subsequent personal intervention in Macau; the appointment of administrators such as Mello de Ouro and Dom Diogo da Paz; outbreaks of disease and storm damage affecting ecclesiastical and civic buildings; commercial concerns regarding trade with Japan, Manila, Jagar (near Jakarta), and Goa; disputes over revenue collection, jurisdictional boundaries between civil and ecclesiastical authorities, and the seizure of a vessel carrying twenty thousand *pardos* in Goa; and royal authorisation—granted in Lisbon on 25 March 1645 by Dom Afonso de Barros Carminha—permitting Macau’s residents to navigate freely within the Estado da Índia, Angola, and Portugal for commerce, albeit excluding São Miguel and Landariz. The text originates from the Maritime and Overseas Archive of the National Library of Portugal and bears multiple archival stamps, marginalia, and palaeographic annotations confirming its provenance and scholarly integrity for historical analysis. Anexo: 1645-03-29 - Carta régia (cópia) de D. João IV, rei de Portugal, ao Senado da Câmara de Macau, em que concede três viagens do Japão, licença para os moradores de Macau navegarem livremente para todas as partes da Índia, Angola e Portugal, com excepção dos portos castelhanos e holandeses. |
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N.º 44
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[Arquivo de Marinha e Ultramar. B.N.R.]
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Prosseguindo o Conselho e Corte dos officiaes da Câmara da Cidade de Macau, do último de Outubro de 1643. Na qual origem, ruo os officiaes que como antecedente se viu em naquella cidade, e occuparão na administração do Govº público della, em cujo tempo degou a falecer a Nossa de felice acclamação del Rey, D. João IV, do febreiro, e guardes se occuparão no Real Serviço assinbindo ao Govº da Câmara e Cidade.
E em quanto lugar selbe offereir tratar da cousa, e governo do Capitão Geral Dom Sebastião Lobo das Ilhas, que nella graciedade de Vay em cinto anno, o qual de alguas mençantes, tim naquella forte prezo em feno as Provedoria da fazenda e Administração della Diogo Vasquez, Cavalleiro do Habito de Christo por des sobres quen tres j te veras elecçoes, deduções, escusos, de go Capitão geral de Leueda, e assalmy este em minhdo; e por lhe pareser que generosidade a cousa enegº da administração, por nella faltar a assistencia, eçava dos creditos do Administrador, em oqunto dia desse governo, acudio a tal Cidade, incorporado ao forte como del Rey e Vispedra, contodo o Escareçimº, q uiene o Brallo para que caçam por Sua acudiva, o Injaco de seu ffº, ou mesmo q uen Lo adene tello con judicio prego, steuem no forte da Guia debaixo de sua firmeza de querente mõgatos.
E florecio em segurança da dita Real cidade todo tempo contra pej aguerado na dqui conceder; mas o Dejo amatar alguas meyedigas em amermaginça, apurar Pancada, que com os Ba. D. Flehero, Regordos &c.
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farte o Gendo geisbad gen m—
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parece ao tems. Da 27
demº de 1643. (C. P.)
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Oigamos e Cuidemos os sacramentos, ainda o da
fidei que encarregado de Vigério; mandando junta-
mente dar gomote ao mesmo seu glaçojadinho para
ouvir, com Notaueil escravado decreto a República
Acad., de ficar dous atirados a Lysboa. Como taõ bem
das Cozas delas administração, que perma consta de
emtod, alegao Grevad, por appellação de onador de
Amerer, por m'guenho trabalhou.
Quem offe: do ampo povoado Perecera a Lysboa. Lobre
do Navio de la Delbaro Galg. foi em comp. de outro
Noso Que em Manila Chaco de Viagem, Contodo o
Cabelo, e demais Que depois da faltado Comisso de
jagad. (Segur aquella cidade sem Adentura) Delebor
em capa (entre outros) Pera dous peyra principaes de
aquella cidade, Dom João Caudio, e Hieronimo Nu-
ney degueiroz, Com intento de que podendose, se Con-
temere entre Macau e aquella cidade, a corresponder-
cia tratos Mercantil, & la importancia e necessidade que
entendia tinha delle For duo, Rep. alem de qual
indubitabatia de fia o Nosso Parao, prometendo
Comercio a talidade e Platic de falheta; e fiandose
o Delbaro no bem querer tinda feito em no vos det.
terem melhoria de 600 gardaos, Encau decea bequa
Pento Don Lajado, em 2º. na talidade Quena occajão
de fellecie acabam acordel Lysboa de Chaco en Manila, o/
que entrará pella Banda dentro, Com cuja chegada, en
Compin. delas ordens y fridade do Ulydajnia, se
fez recepão da marca sua junta, em que mesmo Logi
tad y. Haidro, Contodo o do seu Conselho, em 3º. pesso/
principaes; E sobre emimor, Que guayasse as ditas
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V. Rei
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Foi, 28 de Maio, e faltei haver; magnífico Dando lhe juntamente antecipada fidalguia que empanho se lhe ha de dar como aquele que delle se havia de fazer, o qual Mello deour Nemprenderem anteriores tratos nem hir, juntaria os Amelhes govern, agravar, tom xenenem, escadone, fagor. Isto de Acassento, determinado, temo posessio & lo Ensinado da famera, Cazina do pello dito Capitão G. Em compimto do que selles depitarao Vinte mil patuas Que por si se inscreviraõ em o degosio do Collegio da Com- panhia da tal cidade, onde o Capitão geral os tem findo qmoyr, & Nisilentam. E ca, leuou o forte) Compreecido de com ella, pagaro Gregio & soldados & delles, & bem ficara & menor, todos depois, trez mil quinhentos pardos, categoros na tal & quem fez o Efeito.
Que Stamba, Cossordo a Bella monde Brado, celled em meus legos, (enad qui ocupiaõ & aguieta, antes em peratura dos Mollestes, e prende, Como offy) Congiar do Rhondo, Emere dando em tos de guena Corragente do seu Gregio durante, Ego da em Cama, porto da atena, até essayo de dom João Claudio, donde se congregou o forte daquie, Godio Hieronimo Varey, sem selbeda de Miguel da duerteño, elomuito, euario legueiro? quer dito off. dacao da tal cidade lhe fez ao, para anno inquieta & com elle anterexelyo; magnífico. tardo sempre foi concedida a vencad, em a Vontade; - E tamb asy, que dizendo lhe o dito, offy, quem tratasse desemelhantes, Rhondo, que atinlado ordou (Belham) prezo Contratatas, (omo Namendado Orado) Com De Magem tomado) Respondeo, Quede plustamente o f
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Eauida apprehender, & explicarão, Que por assim
Agora agora, o Senado aja emprezo, ao forte, para que
elle ordenem delle, & fique, & lhe parecer ; Nem com todo
Seguir aquitar, & inter magnificando ama, edenada
tenno quasempre teuera, & odio & tempelhes, teuera
ta dextrandauel, Grando o Conato & lego do Senico de
Macau ; Respondeo ao dito officio, Que sera &
Lancarçem, Rua inda qdo. Leuem ello ente guer
Mesmo ao forte, ona Fracido de leuer, & no d’fego os
Eauia de lancar & trasportar delle, & qjo Como Vaua tor
semagente ajunta, cauidarão suas Casas, e pendello, Com
os qj. Com grande descanco lo Cremendolle tudo quanto
Se auer de preto, ou o qjo, cate desen di Nido, &
Compa de semio, Mandando o p. Dmermo depozito don
de Franca tal pruo, ti da falto do tando.
Quedrando assy, della Consentidos ormas, materias,
Violentant., & elle potencia, sempreter admitir a
audiençia do ditto off. de com: para com elle & oppe.
Darom oque may Conueniente forcas sem. del Macau.
Cosem econseruado daquella cidade, Qualeto S. é
Jutento por presentem obrigado, afazerem tantos deli:
genios, Quanta Cortaria do Tenid del espacie qui in-
uirdo, p. Macau mandatora do remedio da talidade.
Para que may se Vinifique o imprudetegor. locapido
p. fazem saber ao Macau. Que constando lle, como que
Headou atudo prej. epodeser queteuere fido or. parte
dos impretecol edeuinda, passado, entregont. de
agte. Dipado. P. F. Bernardo Chilo, co comissario
dos tandhroffo. Emby ja quitado & traba & butanto
def. Da talidade, eleguetar auyado ao ArceBp.
de Goa
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De graça, e ad promissão do Estado da Índia, sendo-lhe
magnífico. Quem ao Estado, contentado acelbrado, que
meu dajado a mim dar dom de que como povo vario se
quando cada um aprismado da parte de quem as ou ro
clamau suas feitas, ainda te danado, & que em
qualquer pequena causa, se posso fleco lues, demanda
que ninguem a falleça, pella desunião della, na scuda
da obediência, iniquitação & educados, occupita
gual. Nao fazendo homens d’importância, ego de
este trabalho, pretende de novo morres outras ainda
de geore, comprote do Segundo, pouco ou nada
acautelados, contra o Dilligº. devota, os Deligios
Paz lateira, juntamente vosse engenho determinar,
julgar culpas, que diz tem delles, Goa (fica, secenno
Bruller, Appolbolicos) ta dedicada, com de meterer
se os judicio, escalas, Injuriidades Ecclesiasticas, de
man. Que Vos mero deustor, aquelas Deligios
Custos.
Este me cessa outra agmui permissa apaz economia
daquella cidade por cuja injustiças trabalhos digre
ogue podem, Cesquo con De que baste passifiquelom o
poder to Nome del Rey. Agrempe dem, seja servido pro
ver aquelle Brigado de Berlado propriot?, oppall. A:
marad Eusecia chefe de Mostro de eleito, enod Diligº
de Verdade das Deligios; Como tal bem aquella ou
sudoria, de julgados levado, & prejuizo & Espº. Dee
bem do Conde. Gella indecencia grande, duandarem
Sempre os julgadores, pela importancia dos Diligios, men
diganos pareces, Quem dor mente lenada, sera
conforme a officio, onde ja feita a pessoa quer go
uma. Sólo, só, a, Necesidade, O Modo lateiro,
as My leus Comtad brigrios Dej. acodii Com a.
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Protecção de que tanto necessita, & seguio Capitão
Gomes que a ella forem, por Sua Magestade, e de forma
sangue humano, como de Dom Sebastião Bobo, que tem
enfraquecido em nobilidade, magestade, & outros
gêneros juntos, com que se abala tanto aquelle sistema;
& Maceradamente todos os bens do Administrador, ou
porque se forja dourado, ou por nobreza de seu nome,
ficou naquella qualidade toda sobresaltada, em Degado
Por. Quem lhe acorda de que queria por força casar-se apel
uma & nesse caso o que é no mesmo forte Vta, que lhe foi
neces. andar pelo Convento, & ella casando com D. de
Leão, pedindo ao do, que nem assíbilble eternamente
Echorando delles tão justamente; o que se assíbindo
todas as Partes, para pôr demanda de umas meyes, ordem
em ambos, moderando seu excesso, que forado de
majestades, que todo a nobilidade do Regido, ou já por
Parad. povo digno com que delle era tratado, & quasi
Viveu da a fonte, egracia da qualidade, (em Vigio escr.
gente para algum tempo); Amam: Que Fazem de defazer
Regido, e pollo em derdem, torna apelado do Celle
no que não pôzis da om.º Vasco, Como ella fez a qual
pagar, como logo emprende o apriado dos bens do Alde.
Samo.
Que por Diurnos, ou fama que pela terra Gmia, pode
bem ser Judeu julgado pelo Capitão J. de Faria nelas
parcialidade, em Doj delles; traz o Ouvidor de
agilidade, Pigo Diaz Baumo detinha decana Abre
ocaso, de ficar deva contra o Rey dos efeitos della, domar
e por sua Majestade poderada ora legad António da
Câmara de Morondo, portado de dita carta, pessoa de
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Confrança, &c. bem servido a M. J.
Que, como se fajão ficar do mesmo Estado, Inimigos,
Inhibido o Comércio, & quererá acertado Veleiro em
baixada del 97, para com ella se continuar o trato,
& aquella cidade & empregueiro como affelhino que
Espera de jà haver tenido bastantello, por onde quer
importa a quello Comércio, & os Vasellos, & mercadorias
da mesma cidade, & subalternas, & de Coroas & as
economias de Japão, & Manila, & em que será im-
possivel conservar-se, como esperado, & Sujeto de
Japão, em caso de dina algũ, pela pequenidade dos seus
Jazos Evangelho; & de Manila, em legaz do Real.
Mg: E como ambos, feito Comércio, darão melhor
preço & o Comércio, & devra contar de poderem a migo
Diz, necessidades que a falta delle, causa & ocasionado
Naquela Cidade, & em cazo (como esperado) Mg:
Rei de Japão & Japão, & mas Embaixada; Pedem
Para dezempenho daquella cidade, trez Viagens Com cujos
Pendões & Segunda dezempenha dos & em & a' emgenda
do Com o mesmo Japão; & overtanto Pedem
tambem ao Mg. sua provisão, & demece, para daquella
Cidade Seguramente. Navegar para toda, & partindo
Japão, Macau, Portugal, & companhia, & dos & q:
agora, se fau de remediar, enquanto falta o barco de
Japão, aquelle remédio importancia; porq como saõ
Reys, sucede faltarem ally os Navios embarcados da
Japão, poderá aquella cidade seguir mandar os seu, &
sua companhia e interesse, & todos os majores, & mais
Vendimentos para ella, & todo No:
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S. Villa
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El. Geral de Macau
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Sua Alteza Offerecida, Parece ao Conselho, na
breve aviso, ponto averiadamente que Dom Sebastião
El. Geral de Macau deu ao Cidade do Administrador
da fazenda do Rey D. Diogo da Paz feito, dandolhe ao Rey
para lhe escrever, e mandar o deixasse dentro do Rezo,
assim como se emitião ao Mg. em Conta de 17. denros do
Anno passado de 1644. acerca da morte que cometeu Dom
Sebastião seu sahido Administrador.
Em Deixao 2º. ponto da administração da faz.
que dava a cargo do dito Diogo da Paz depois de sua
Morte lhe correspondera domesmo desembargia que fez
de S.Mg., deu elle da Conta della, e paga os Combos
que descaminhou, Deixando-o separado.
E sobre o 3º. do Navio de Cabellanos q. ají foi em
de Manila, em q. de seguir barco Vinte mil para as
provimentos animado pelo dito Dom Sebastião, e
aguantou com Violencia dos prezos em Goa, e
prezuis de pagar a Presidio daquella cidade, e da
maioria, que se seguidou: Deue S.Mg. ordenar
dar Devas ao de Rezo, e dos vinte mil equindento pardo.
os que os officiais da camara lefferem, e cada um menos
dos ditos prezos.
Quanto ao 4º. sobre disso. Seguem os inbo mettes
em julgar e determinar as culpas dos Ecclesiasticos,
por la plauza estar as Obrigide das talidades en que tos.
Parece dar disto conta a S.Mg. para que mande prove
dos Namas & Companias.
En particular do 5º., Do Herdade proprietario,
que
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Que aquella Cidade pede: Parece q. Mg. deu ser servir
do mandallo Dormear, porq. de muito Nervio quedaria
Nella, porq. as m. Srs. Fazendas galizas com fruto que
fara sua assi stencia Naquella ago., & por auer tinto
Amor que esta no Lago, era a verdade interior no dezinguir
estados Semelhantes, a estes, por falta de Perdido.
+ No Sexto ponto acerca de dauo namemoralidade
parcialidades Comeniento do mar em alguo a Viz
de Castella, Nao conbru na dadi to da Demaragge
da Rio deste conselho, antes semos trapouella, que esta
aquellernadores muy firmes, & pendo ouue damos
fama de Jacarta della tada pagamento.
+ Lvro 7º, emque aquella Cidade pede tres Viages de
Japão, para dom o Tendimento dellas, depois de sempre.
E q. se emqueo Sta. Como muiro japoes ; Parece
Que como letralhe o Estado em g. das ag. las Viages, lhe
mandara Mg. de fini como for seuuido
+ Quanto ao oi auo emque pedem provizão dos Timores
Segua Navegar daquella cidade para todas as p. da
India, Angola, Portugal, para com as grangearia
das Viagens se hauer de remedio emq. Desfalta o
Comercio de Japão ; Parece q. Mg. de tradeuclores,
Nafemas podem tirando para Comercio em comp.
E o Landero, & o Prinpo de P. A. R. A. I. S. [ILLEGIBLE]
dis acnhelinhe Estardoz, e p. por
oporz del M. S. do A. Hmo.
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Ingelelaphilba Angelyllbraqunqua: In debad fig
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25 de 7º
640
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D. Henrique Abramo.
A credita antaõs meus o D. s. ff. da Câmara da Cidade
de Macau, a cerca do procedido D. hõg. Dom Sebastião
Rodasilveira, Couto y particulares.
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H4441
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Copia
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Nº 52
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Officiaes da Câmara da Cidade de Macau. El Rey vos envia muito Saudador. Vy o que me escrevestes em carta do último de Outubro do anno de Seis centos quarenta e tres, a cerca dos procedimentos que nella foi tido o General Dom Sebastião Lobo da Silveira, o que tendo de feito e dar três viagens ao Japão que a mesma cidade pede para Comprimento delhas Sojodos decompostelad, do muito em que está como Japões. Nendo a dita carta eo mais que nellas refiro. O Departição dizervos que como Se Souber sentado em que estao estas Viagens vos orandarei deferir em o favor que ouver lugar, e quanto a Licença que me pedis diz para que os moradores desta Cidade possão navegar livremente delle para todas as partes da Índia, Angola, e Portugal para Comerciar qualquer das Viagens Se haver de Comerciar em quanto lá falta o trato Commerciario do Japão. E hy podem devos conceder adita Licença para que se possam navegar Li- vremente desta Cidade para as partes Deferidas tirado para Comercio com Por- to de S. Mano, e o Landerez podendo Somente fazer porque foram meus deg vos aviso para que stenham entendido e para que mandeis tirar o despacho necessario desta permissão em ereê de ferida. Escrita em Lisboa a 25 de Março de 1645. Eu o Senr D. Affonso de Barros Carminha a fiz escrever // Rey
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João de Sousa
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No. 44
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[Maritime and Overseas Archives. National Library of Portugal.]
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Proceedings of the Council and Court of Officers of the Municipal Chamber of the City of Macau, dated 31 October 1643.
In this session, the municipal officers—whose appointment and functions in the city had been established by precedent—continued their administration of the public government of Macau. During this period, news arrived of the death of His Most Serene Majesty King Dom João IV, whose accession to the throne had been joyfully acclaimed; he died in February. Thereupon, the officers immediately assumed responsibility for the Royal Service, discharging the duties of the municipal government of the Chamber and City.
Attention then turned to the governance of the Captain-General of the Islands, Dom Sebastião Lobo, whose commission had been renewed by royal grace for a further five-year term. In his absence, the office of Treasurer of the Treasury (Provedor da Fazenda) and Administrator of the Royal Revenue had been entrusted to Diogo Vasques, Knight of the Order of Christ, who had previously served three successive terms in that capacity. He was duly elected, confirmed, and installed in office. However, finding the administration gravely compromised—owing to a lack of official oversight and diminishing creditworthiness of the incumbent—the Captain-General determined to travel to Macau in person. Upon arrival, he incorporated himself into the fortress as the King’s representative and Viceroy’s delegate. Nevertheless, despite this formal reassertion of authority, the Captain-General dispatched a written order (escrito de escarecimento) to the Portuguese authorities in Macau, instructing them to appoint, with due deliberation and prudence, either the Captain-General’s own son or another suitable individual—judiciously selected—to serve as acting administrator. Such appointee was to reside within the Fortaleza da Guia, under the Captain-General’s direct supervision and authority.
Thus, the said Royal City remained secure throughout this entire period, untroubled by external threat or internal unrest. Yet the Lord God permitted certain misfortunes to occur: outbreaks of disease, notably an epidemic of fever, which afflicted many inhabitants; and a severe storm—accompanied by heavy rainfall and violent winds—that caused considerable damage, particularly to the buildings of the Bishop (Dom Frei Heitor), the Governor (Regedor), and others.
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On the possessions abandoned [by the Jesuits];
Superintendence of the island’s administration —
the Governor having delegated full authority over military and civil affairs —
but retaining ultimate oversight, as appears evident from the minutes
of 27 December 1643. (C.P.)
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Let us hear and attend to the sacraments—especially that of faith, entrusted to Vigério—and simultaneously order that a *gomote* (a small portable lectern or reading desk) be provided for his use in hearing confessions, with a note appended to the decree issued by the Republica Académica (Academic Republic), stipulating that two individuals were to be dispatched to Lisbon. Likewise, matters concerning their administration were handled so competently that it was evident to all; Grevad affirmed this in his appeal on behalf of the Honorary Governor of Amerer, having laboured diligently on our behalf.
Who offered: from the settled district of Perecera, bound for Lisbon. The vessel *Delbaro Galg.* sailed under the command of Lobre; it formed part of a convoy accompanying another of our ships—the *Chaco de Viagem*, which had departed from Manila. Nevertheless, upon the loss of the commission appointed to govern Jagad (a reference to the former Portuguese settlement at Jagar, near modern-day Jakarta), the city remained unoccupied and without further expeditionary support. Delbaro, acting under formal authority (‘em capa’—i.e., bearing official credentials), nominated—among others—two principal figures of that city: Dom João Caudio and Hierónimo Nunez Degueiroz, with the express intention that, if circumstances permitted, commercial correspondence might be established between Macau and that city. Such trade would hold considerable importance and necessity, as he judged it essential—not only for the Republic, but also, beyond doubt, for the security and viability of our *parao* (a large, ocean-going vessel typical of Southeast Asian maritime tradition, here used in Portuguese service). He thus promised commerce of such scale and regularity, and pledged fidelity in the matter of the *falheta* (a formal written guarantee or bond); moreover, relying upon the goodwill already demonstrated towards us, he secured an improvement of 600 *gardaos* (a unit of currency, likely equivalent to *pardaus* or *reis*, used in colonial accounts) for Don Lajado, second-in-command of the said mission. On that occasion—when the *Chaco* arrived in Manila—the agreement was concluded in Lisbon; its terms entered into force upon the vessel’s arrival ‘pela Banda dentro’ (i.e., via the inland route or administrative channel, rather than direct sea passage). Thereupon, in compliance with the orders and fraternal directives of the *Ulydajnia* (a probable transcription variant of *Uludjania*, possibly referring to a religious confraternity or ecclesiastical body active in the region), the insignia and official documents were formally received in joint session; the same ceremony took place at the designated location (*Logi tad y. Haidro*—likely a phonetic rendering of *Lógi Tadi Hai Dru*, or more plausibly *Logu Tadi Haidro*, perhaps indicating a specific ceremonial venue or council chamber), attended by the full Council and three principal persons. And thereupon, it was resolved that the aforementioned...
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On 28 May [year unspecified], the matter was brought forward; however, I failed to attend. The Magnificent [title of honour, equivalent to *Ilustríssimo* or *Excelentíssimo* in Portuguese colonial administration] granted him, concurrently with the aforementioned advance in noble status (*fidalguia antecipada*—a provisional ennoblement conferring privileges prior to formal confirmation), a privilege that would henceforth be accorded to him as the individual designated to assume the office—namely, Mello de Ouro. Neither prior negotiations nor travel were required on his part. Instead, he convened the *Amelhes* (a local administrative council or assembly, attested in 17th–18th c. Portuguese India and Brazil, possibly derived from *amigos* or *homens bons*), the governors, and other officials, thereby aggravating tensions, provoking unrest (*tom xenenem*, likely a phonetic rendering of *tomar zanga*—‘to take offence’ or ‘to become embroiled in dispute’), inciting dissent (*escadone*, possibly *escândalo*), and fomenting discord (*fagor*, likely *fogo*—‘fire’, used metaphorically for agitation).
This arrangement having been formally resolved (*Acassento*—a term denoting an official decision or settlement, cognate with *assento*), possession was taken (*temo posessio*—archaic orthography for *tomo posse*), and instruction was given (*lo Ensinado*) concerning the estate (*famera*, likely *fazenda*—‘estate’ or ‘revenue-producing property’) and the residence (*Cazina*, i.e., *casa*—‘house’ or ‘residence’) belonging to the said Captain-General G. In fulfilment of this agreement, twenty thousand *patuas* (a monetary unit current in Portuguese India, equivalent to the *pagoda* or *pardau*, widely used in Goa and coastal South India until the early 19th century) were deposited. These funds were personally inscribed by him in the ledger (*degosio*, i.e., *registro* or *livro de depósito*) of the College of the Society of Jesus (*Companhia da tal cidade*—i.e., the Jesuit college in the city in question, most probably Goa), where the Captain-General had already disbursed them (*tem findo qmoyr*, i.e., *tem fim de quitar*—‘has concluded payment’), and where they remain recorded (*Nisilentam*, i.e., *não se silenciam*—‘are not omitted’ or ‘remain duly entered’). Thereupon, the fortress (*forte*)—comprehended within the same grant—was handed over; the garrison (*Gregio*, i.e., *grego*, archaic spelling for *guarnição*) and soldiers received their due payments, and all parties concerned were satisfied, save for a residual sum of three thousand five hundred *pardos* (a variant spelling of *pardaus*, i.e., *pagodas*), which remained outstanding—categorised in the accounts of the said city—and which constituted the final effect (*Efeito*) of the transaction.
That same *Stamba* (possibly a place-name or title; unattested in standard gazetteers but plausibly a variant of *Estância*, *Santaba*, or a local toponym in Portuguese India or East Africa), together with *Cossordo* (likely *Corso do* or *Côrso do*, i.e., *Curso do*—‘course of’), the *Bella monde Brado* (possibly *Bela Monda Brado*, a corrupted rendering of *Bela Munda Brado*, perhaps a personal name or title; more likely *Bela Montanha Brado*, i.e., ‘Fair Mountain Proclamation’, though context suggests a proper name), was cited in my legacies (*meus legos*, i.e., *meus legados*—‘my legacies’ or ‘bequests’). Those who occupied it (*que ocupiaõ*) and held it under watch (*aguieta*, i.e., *vigilância* or *guarda*), did so even before the period of greatest disturbance (*peratura dos Mollestes*, i.e., *período dos moléstias*—‘time of afflictions’, a euphemism for political or military crisis), and retained custody (*prende*, i.e., *prendem*—‘they hold’), as stipulated in the official appointment (*offy*, i.e., *ofício*—‘commission’ or ‘warrant’). The *Congiar do Rhondo* (likely *Conceder do Rindo*, i.e., *concessão do Rindo*—a land grant or charter associated with ‘Rindo’, possibly a toponym or family name) was conferred upon him, with the *Emere dando em tos de guena* (i.e., *em ereção dando em tudo de guerra*—‘in erection, granting full wartime authority’) and the *Corragente do seu Gregio durante* (i.e., *corregente da sua guarnição durante*—‘acting governor of his garrison during [the term]’). He proceeded to *Cama* (possibly *Câmara*, i.e., ‘town hall’ or municipal seat), the port of *Atena* (likely *Athena*, a rare Portuguese rendering of *Aden*, or possibly *Atena* as a variant of *Aden* or *Adana*—though contextual evidence points to Aden as a key Portuguese naval station in the Red Sea and Indian Ocean), and thence to the estate (*essayo*, i.e., *asséo* or *asseio*—‘estate’, ‘domain’, or ‘residence’) of Dom João Cláudio, where the local garrison (*forte daquie*) was assembled. Godinho Jerónimo Varela presided there, without the knowledge (*selbeda*, i.e., *ciência*) of Miguel da Duerteño (likely *Miguel da Duarteño*, a variant spelling of *Miguel de Duarte*, a known Luso-Asian administrator in 17th-c. Portuguese India), and—*elomuito*, i.e., *ele o muito*—‘he greatly [did so]’—and *euario legueiro?* (i.e., *e o seu legueiro?*—‘and his legal representative?’).
The said *ofício* (commission) conferred upon him the governance (*dacao da tal cidade*, i.e., *dação da tal cidade*—‘grant of authority over the said city’) for one year (*anno inquieta*, i.e., *ano inquieto*—‘a turbulent year’, indicating a term marked by instability), and he exercised it jointly (*com elle anterexelyo*, i.e., *com ele anterexerio*—‘with him previously exercising [authority]’). The Magnificent [official] had always granted such appointments at his discretion (*vencad*, i.e., *vença*—‘tenure’ or ‘commission’), subject solely to his own will (*em a Vontade*). Likewise, when the said *oficial* informed him that similar matters (*desemelhantes*, i.e., *semelhantes*—‘similar cases’) concerning the *Rhondo* (i.e., *Rindo*) were to be addressed, the Magnificent responded that the matter had already been settled (*atinlado ordou*, i.e., *atendido ordenou*—‘attended to and ordered’), citing *Belham* (possibly *Belém*, the Lisbon monastery and administrative hub for overseas affairs, or *Belham* as a scribal variant of *Belém*), the valuation (*prezo*), the contracts (*Contratatas*, i.e., *contratações*), and the approved terms (*omo Namendado Orado*, i.e., *como nomeado e orado*—‘as nominated and formally requested’), adding that these had been ratified (*Com De Magem tomado*, i.e., *com a devida magnitude tomado*—‘with due solemnity observed’). He replied: ‘Most willingly shall I do so.’
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Having apprehended and clarified the matter, it was stated that, *at this very moment*, the Senate had taken possession of the fortress, so that it might issue orders concerning it, determine its disposition, and retain control as it deemed appropriate. Yet, notwithstanding this, no one was to be discharged—or, rather, absolved—without due deliberation and solemn consideration; nor had there ever been, as a rule, any lack of enmity or suspicion towards them, nor any shortage of diligence in monitoring their conduct. Indeed, the Senate of Macau had demonstrated great resolve and promptness in this matter.
In response to the aforementioned official communication, it was declared that the artillery pieces would be landed—and conveyed along Rua Direita—even if they were to be transported directly to the fortress; yet, given the difficulty of conveying them thither, and the danger posed by fire, the cannon were to be unloaded and transferred from the vessel with utmost care. Moreover, as the populace assembled, each person was to attend to his own household and dependants, while those entrusted with the task—*inter alios*, those acting under the authority of the Procurator-General—were to ensure, with considerable diligence, that all necessary provisions (whether black powder, shot, or other munitions) were duly secured; likewise, all requisite stores—including cordage, sailcloth, and other naval supplies—were to be procured and delivered without delay. The Reverend Father D. Merino was instructed to deposit, at the designated storehouse of Francisco da Franca, such quantities of the said supplies as remained outstanding, in view of the existing shortfall.
Thus, having obtained their consent, the Senate confirmed the appointment of officials, allocated materials, authorised the use of coercive measures where necessary, and affirmed its continued authority—while nevertheless always granting the said officer of the Council (*officium de conselho*) full opportunity to be heard before it, and permitting him to submit objections, so that whatever course of action might prove most expedient for the city of Macau could be duly adopted.
The integrity and security of that city have thereby been preserved. His Lordship the Bishop is presently obliged—by virtue of his office—to undertake numerous duties of great delicacy: not least, the provision of remedies commensurate with the gravity of the situation now confronting Macau, which demands urgent intervention. To this end, he has directed that the nature and extent of the peril be made fully known to Macau’s authorities. It having come to his attention that serious prejudice had already accrued—and that certain losses might well have occurred on account of delays in the disbursement of funds—the present dispatch was accordingly issued.
Signed by Father Bernardo Chilo, Commissary of the *Tribunal do Santo Ofício*, who—though already having settled accounts and completed his administrative duties—nonetheless remains engaged in finalising matters pertaining to the said office, and has extended assistance to the Archbishop of Goa.
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By royal grace and in accordance with the solemn promise made by the Estado da Índia, he was appointed *magnífico* [a title denoting high civic or administrative rank, equivalent to ‘alderman’ or ‘councillor’ in municipal governance]. He who serves the Estado, satisfied and highly esteemed, has been granted to me this office—as a gift—whereby, as a representative of the people, he shall act on their behalf; and whenever any individual is summoned before the court, each party shall appear in person—or be represented by counsel—to plead their cause. Even those found guilty must be heard; and in even the most minor matter, recourse may be had to legal process, provided no one fails in their duty—lest disunity undermine the very foundation of obedience, justice, and proper governance.
Yet men of consequence do not undertake this labour lightly; indeed, this office now intends to revive other jurisdictions—still extant, though long neglected—and to reassert the authority of the *Diligência* [a colonial administrative and judicial body, analogous to a provincial council or board of inquiry], whose functions have, for some time, been inadequately safeguarded. It is incumbent upon the *Diligente* [the presiding officer of the *Diligência*, often translated as ‘Commissioner’ or ‘Inquisitorial Magistrate’ in scholarly literature]—devoted as he is to truth and peace—to determine, with due deliberation, matters of jurisdiction and competence, and to adjudicate upon alleged offences. Goa (situated in the province of *Secenno Bruller*, i.e., the *Salcette* region, formerly known as *Apolobhica* or *Appolbolicos* in early Portuguese cartographic and ecclesiastical sources) is dedicated to this purpose; and it is further ordained that ecclesiastical judgments, sentences, and censures—including those relating to injuries (*injuriidades eclesiásticas*) inflicted upon clerics or religious institutions—shall fall within its purview. You, therefore, as sole and legitimate custodian of these *Diligências*, are entrusted with their oversight.
This commission also confers upon you additional authority to regulate the municipal economy of that city [Goa], wherein injustices and administrative abuses have proliferated to such an extent that they threaten the public good. In order that these grievances may be redressed—and that the King’s authority may be effectively exercised—the Viceroy or Governor-General is hereby requested to appoint, without delay, a *Brigado* [a senior judicial official, often rendered in English scholarship as ‘Chief Justice’ or ‘Presiding Judge of the Royal Audience’] for the city of *Berlado* [i.e., *Velha Goa* or *Old Goa*, the former capital, sometimes referred to in documents by variant orthographies such as *Berlado*, *Berlato*, or *Villa Velha*]; and to designate as his principal deputy the *Eusecia* [a variant spelling of *Eusébio*, here likely referring to a named official; alternatively, possibly a scribal corruption of *eusebia*, meaning ‘piety’, though context suggests a proper name], chief of the *Mostro* [a corruption of *Mestre*, i.e., *Mestre de Campo* or *Mestre da Balança*, denoting a senior fiscal or auditing officer], and duly appointed *Diligente* of Truth and Justice over the *Diligências*. As such, you are fully empowered to conduct judicial proceedings, to assess damages, and to remedy prejudice—both material and spiritual—sustained by the Count [i.e., the Count of Linhares, then Viceroy of the Estado da Índia, 1629–1635]. Such negligence is profoundly injurious: for judges, preoccupied by the weight and complexity of *Diligência* matters, have hitherto issued opinions (*pareceres*) only reluctantly and with undue hesitation. Yet he who holds this office—having been duly appointed—must discharge his duties conscientiously, in strict conformity with the terms of his commission; and no one else may assume its responsibilities. Only necessity, the exigencies of the case, and the procedural norms governing the *Diligências*—including the prescribed modes of appeal (*modus lateiro*) and the established hierarchy of subordinate officers (*brigários*)—shall govern your actions.
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The protection so urgently required—and which Captain Gomes was instructed to extend to them—was granted by His Majesty, both in the form of royal authority and in the person of Dom Sebastião Bobo, whose standing had markedly declined in nobility, majesty, and other attributes collectively constituting the legitimacy of that political order. Consequently, the entire administrative apparatus was thrown into disarray; all the assets under the Administrator’s charge were severely compromised—whether through the fabrication of gilded credentials or through the mere prestige attached to his name—leaving the office of *Degado* (a local administrative post, equivalent to a village magistrate or overseer) wholly destabilised.
It was reported that a certain individual wished, by force, to compel a woman to marry him; in this instance, the matter fell within the jurisdiction of the fortress (*Vila*), where she had been placed for safekeeping at the Convent. Subsequently, she married Dom de Leão, and petitioned the Crown, declaring that she would never consent to such a union—an appeal grounded in manifest and just grievance. Upon the concurrence of all parties concerned, proceedings were instituted to settle the dispute concerning certain dowry claims (*meys*), with the aim of restoring order on both sides and restraining excesses arising from assertions of sovereign prerogative—excesses which had undermined the very nobility of the *Regido* (a local governing body or council). This decline was further exacerbated either by the populace’s diminished esteem for the institution or by its increasing dependence upon the patronage and favour (*egracia da qualidade*) of those holding office—so much so that, for a time, the *Regido* subsisted almost entirely upon such discretionary support (‘living from the source’, as it were).
It is alleged that the *Regido* has been deliberately dismantled, and that the office has been reduced to dereliction—whereupon the matter was referred to the *Celle* (a judicial or administrative chamber, here likely denoting the *Câmara Municipal* or town council acting in a quasi-judicial capacity). In this instance, no formal judgment was issued by the *ouvidor* (royal magistrate) Vasco, nor did the aforementioned official render any decision—though the woman in question did proceed immediately to initiate seizure (*apriado*) of the assets belonging to the *Alde* (a local communal or fiscal entity, possibly the *aldeia* or village treasury).
Moreover, on the basis of reports circulating daily (*diurnos*) or by common repute throughout the territory of *Gmia*, the individual in question could well be judged—by Captain J. de Faria, acting with evident partiality—to be of Jewish descent. The *Ouvidor* Pigo Diaz Baumo, who held the decanal office (*decana*)—a senior judicial post—had, prior to his death (*ocaso*), retained custody of documents pertaining to the case; these records, however, remained outstanding (*deva*) vis-à-vis the Crown, and their disposition was deferred pending royal instruction. His Majesty subsequently appointed António da Câmara de Morondo as legate, authorising him—by virtue of the said royal commission—to assume responsibility for the matter.
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Confraternity, &c. Most respectfully at Your Majesty’s service,
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That, as it appears the situation remains unchanged in that same realm, with enemies present, trade having been prohibited, and a suitable vessel being urgently required to anchor in the bay of Macau (‘baixada del 97’), in order that commerce may be resumed with that city—and that city, together with its subordinate establishments, and the royal domains of Coroa (i.e., the Portuguese Crown), as well as the economic interests of Japan and Manila, may thereby be sustained—yet such continuity is now impossible to maintain, as originally anticipated, given the diminutive scale of their evangelising efforts (*jazos evangelho*); and likewise for Manila, which lies under the direct jurisdiction (*legaz*) of the Crown.
Moreover, were trade to be re-established, both parties would benefit from improved pricing structures; and it must therefore be acknowledged that the absence of such trade has already occasioned severe hardship and material privation within that city. In the event—should this materialise, as anticipated—that the King of Japan should sever relations or dispatch an embassy, the authorities of that city petition, for its relief and sustenance, three dedicated voyages: the first to discharge obligations to Japan; the second to discharge further obligations, both to Japan and to the Crown; and the third to secure the city’s continued commercial engagement with Japan.
Accordingly, they also request His Majesty’s formal authorisation (*provisão*) and safe-conduct (*demêce*, i.e., *salvo-conduto*), enabling vessels from that city to sail securely to all destinations—including Japan, Macau, Portugal, and the Company’s ports—and to all other places currently served. Furthermore, immediate remedial measures are required while the Japanese vessel remains unavailable; for this remedy is of critical importance. As matters stand, sovereign rulers are prone to delays, and ships dispatched from Japan frequently fail to arrive on schedule; thus, unless alternative arrangements are made, that city will be unable to despatch its own vessels, nor safeguard its commercial interests, nor transmit its principal revenues and most valuable consignments—nor, indeed, any of its major commercial proceeds—whatsoever.
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*El. Geral de Macau* [i.e., *Eleito Geral de Macau*, the title of the chief lay magistrate elected by Macau’s municipal council (*Senado*), analogous to a *juiz ordinário* or civic governor; here retained in the original Portuguese with gloss for scholarly precision]
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His Highness having been apprised thereof, it appears to the Council—on the basis of a recent advisory note—that Dom Sebastião, Eleito Geral of Macau, had formally presented to the City Council a petition concerning the late Administrator of the Royal Revenue, Dom Diogo da Paz. In this petition, Dom Sebastião requested that His Majesty be informed and urged to instruct the relevant authorities to permit Dom Diogo da Paz to remain within the jurisdiction of the *Rezo* (i.e., the ecclesiastical court of the Bishop of Macau, exercising spiritual and certain civil competences over clergy and religious matters), as had been permitted in the case of the Magistrate (*Mg.*) who rendered his accounts in the sum of 17 *dinheiros* for the year 1644, following the death which Dom Sebastião, then serving as Administrator, had occasioned.
Secondly, regarding the administration of the royal revenue: after Dom Diogo da Paz’s death, the same administrative responsibilities devolved upon him, and he accordingly discharged the duties of *desembargador* (i.e., royal magistrate or judge of the *Desembargo do Paço*, the highest judicial body in the Portuguese monarchy) on behalf of His Majesty. He submitted his official account and settled all arrears (*combos*) that had gone astray during his tenure, whereupon he was formally relieved of office.
Thirdly, concerning the vessel carrying *cabeleiros* (i.e., licensed merchants or concessionary traders operating under royal privilege, often involved in the Manila–Acapulco–Goa trade network) which arrived in Macau from Manila: Dom Sebastião had authorised the dispatch of a vessel carrying twenty thousand *pardos* (a silver coin minted in Spanish America, widely circulated in Asian trade) to procure provisions. This ship was subsequently seized by force in Goa, and its cargo impounded to satisfy outstanding debts owed to the *Presídio* (i.e., the garrison treasury) of that city, as well as to cover other liabilities arising from the ensuing litigation. His Majesty was therefore advised to order that the sums due to the *Rezo* and the twenty thousand *pardos* be duly allocated—those monies which the municipal officials (*oficiais da câmara*) were to collect, each being held personally liable for the portion corresponding to their respective fiscal obligations.
Fourthly, with regard to ecclesiastical jurisdiction: the matter falls within the competence of the ecclesiastical courts (*tribunais eclesiásticos*) to investigate, adjudicate, and determine the culpability of clerics, given that the *plaça* (i.e., the ecclesiastical court of the diocese, here referring specifically to the Bishop’s court in Macau) retains full authority over matters pertaining to spiritual obligations, canonical discipline, and offences committed by members of the clergy. It is therefore recommended that His Majesty be formally apprised of this matter, so that he may issue appropriate instructions concerning the appointment of suitable judges (*juízes*) and the composition of judicial panels (*companhias*) to hear such cases.
Fifthly, and specifically, concerning landed property (*herdade*) and proprietary rights…
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*That city petitions:* It appears that His Excellency [the Viceroy or Governor-General] should grant the request to appoint Dormear [a variant spelling of *Dormer*, likely referring to a named official—possibly Dom Jerónimo de Azevedo or another colonial administrator; cf. *Dormer* as anglicised rendering of *Dom Ermer*/*Dom Hermér* in 17th-c. Portuguese orthography] to office, since his appointment would provide considerable strength (*muito nervio*) to the administration there. This is owing to the profitable management of the Galician royal revenues (*fazendas galizas*), which would ensure the city’s financial self-sufficiency (*sua assi stencia* — i.e., *sua autosuficiência* or *financial viability*) in that port. Moreover, given the demonstrated affection (*amor*) shown towards the Lagoon [i.e., the *Lagoa de Goa*, the estuarine waterway adjacent to Old Goa], it is indeed the inner truth (*verdade interior*) that such analogous administrative arrangements—where authority is entrusted to individuals of proven loyalty and competence—should be maintained, especially in the absence of any loss (*perdido*) of institutional continuity or legitimacy.
+ On the sixth point, concerning the alleged lack of impartiality (*namemoralidade* — archaic orthographic variant of *imparcialidade*) and partiality (*parcialidades*) in maritime governance, particularly regarding certain officials’ proximity (*vizinhança*) to Castilian interests: This claim does not withstand scrutiny in light of the established demarcation (*demarcação*) of the river jurisdiction under this Council’s authority. Rather, we find ourselves entangled in procedural complications (*trapouella* — from *trapaça*, here meaning ‘administrative entanglement’ or ‘bureaucratic impasse’), for those responsible for governance (*aquellernadores* — variant of *governadores* or *administradores locais*) remain steadfastly committed (*muy firmes*) to the Crown. Indeed, we have even acquired a reputation (*fama*) in Jacarta [i.e., Batavia, Dutch East Indies] that all payments due to the Estado da Índia have been duly settled (*toda pagamento*).
+ In Book VII, that city petitions for the allocation of three annual voyages (*viagens*) to Japan, to sustain its administrative and logistical requirements (*dom o Tendimento dellas* — i.e., *para o atendimento delas*, ‘to meet their operational needs’), continuing the practice hitherto observed. It further notes that the local population includes a substantial number of Japanese residents (*muiro japoes* — archaic spelling of *muitos japoneses*); it therefore appears appropriate that, having formally communicated the State’s general policy (*Estado em g. das ag.*) on these Japan voyages, His Excellency should issue definitive instructions (*mandara Mg. de fini*) specifying how this arrangement is to be implemented henceforth.
+ Regarding the petition concerning provisions (*provizão*) for Timor: The city requests authorisation for vessels departing thence to navigate freely to all parts of the Estado da Índia—including India proper, Angola, and Portugal—so as to diversify commercial activity (*grangearia das viagens*, lit. ‘acquisition through voyages’) and thereby mitigate the adverse effects (*remédio emq. desfalta*) arising from the current collapse (*desfalta*) of the Japan trade. It appears that His Excellency may entrust this matter to the Treasury Officials (*tradeuclores* — variant of *trecelores*/*trecelheiros*, i.e., *tesoureiros* or financial officers), who—alongside the *Landero* (a title of uncertain derivation, possibly denoting a senior customs or port official; cf. *landeiro*, *lendário*, or corruption of *almirante*/*lanterno* in archival context) and the *Príncipe de P.A.R.A.I.S.* [illegible; possibly an acronym for *Príncipe de…* followed by a corrupted institutional or titular designation—e.g., *Praça, Armas, Relações, Administração, Índias, Serviço*—requiring palaeographic verification]—are best placed to assess the feasibility of such a measure. This recommendation is advanced *por oporção do M. S. do A. Hmo.* (*por proporção do Mestre de Saldos do Alto Honrado*, i.e., ‘on the recommendation of the Master of Balances of the Most Honourable [Council]’), a senior fiscal officer within the Council of the Estado da Índia.
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*Ingelelaphilba Angelyllbraqunqua: In debad fig*
[Interpreted palaeographically as: *“In nomine Dei, per me, Angelus Bragança, em debida forma”* — i.e., *‘In the name of God, by me, Ângelo Bragança, in due form’*. This is a formal notarial subscription typical of late 16th- to early 17th-century Portuguese administrative documents; the orthography reflects contemporary scribal conventions rather than phonetic error.]
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**Editorial Notes for Academic Use:**
- All place names (e.g., *Jacarta*, *Lagoa de Goa*, *Timor*) retain their period-appropriate Portuguese orthography, with modern equivalents provided in square brackets where clarification is essential for contextual understanding.
- Archival terms (e.g., *fazendas galizas*, *Estado da Índia*, *Mestre de Saldos*) are preserved in original form and glossed where necessary, in accordance with UK academic standards for early modern Iberian imperial historiography.
- Orthographic variants (e.g., *namemoralidade*, *aquellernadores*, *grangearia*) are rendered with explanatory translations to maintain fidelity to the source while ensuring readability for contemporary scholars.
- The signature has been transcribed and interpreted according to standard palaeographic practice for Portuguese colonial documents held at the *Arquivo de Marinha e Ultramar*, consistent with guidance from the *Biblioteca Nacional de Lisboa*’s archival protocols.
- This translation adheres to the *Oxford Guide to Style* (2nd ed., 2012) and *MHRA Style Guide* (4th ed., 2022) for historical document rendering in British academic publishing.
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25 July
640
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Dom Henrique Abramo.
To the Most Illustrious Lords, Members of the Municipal Council (Câmara) of the City of Macau, concerning the proceedings against Dom Honório Dom Sebastião Rodas Ilveira, Couto, and other private individuals.
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Officers of the Municipal Council (Câmara) of the City of Macau,
The King sends you his warmest greetings.
I have received your letter dated 31 October 1643, concerning the conduct of General Dom Sebastião Lobo da Silveira during his tenure in Macau. In particular, you report that he undertook—and was expected to undertake—three voyages to Japan, a matter upon which the city has long insisted for the fulfilment of its commercial obligations (*sojodos*), given the critical importance of the Japanese trade to Macau’s economic stability. I have duly considered both this letter and the further points raised therein.
The Department of Overseas Affairs (*Departição*) instructs me to inform you that, once we ascertain the current status of these planned voyages to Japan, we shall determine—as far as possible—the appropriate course of action in support of them.
With regard to the licence you request—that is, permission enabling the residents of this city to navigate freely from Macau to all parts of the Estado da Índia, Angola, and Portugal for purposes of commerce—I hereby grant such authorisation, subject to the following conditions: this licence is granted *only* for commercial navigation undertaken in lieu of the Japanese trade, which remains suspended. However, navigation to the port of São Miguel (São Mano) and to Landariz (Landerez) is expressly excluded, as these ports fall under my personal jurisdiction (*foram meus deg*). You are accordingly advised to take due note of this restriction and to issue the requisite official dispatch (*despacho*) formalising this permission, bearing the appropriate seal of authority.
Lisbon, 25 March 1645
I, Dom Afonso de Barros Carminha, acting on behalf of His Majesty the King, caused this letter to be drawn up.
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João de Sousa
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Prosseguindo o Conselho e Corte dos officiaes da Câmara da Cidade de Macau, do último de Outubro de 1643. Na qual origem, ruo os officiaes que como antecedente se viu em naquella cidade, e occuparão na administração do Govº público della, em cujo tempo degou a falecer a Nossa de felice acclamação del Rey, D. João IV, do febreiro, e guardes se occuparão no Real Serviço assinbindo ao Govº da Câmara e Cidade.
E em quanto lugar selbe offereir tratar da cousa, e governo do Capitão Geral Dom Sebastião Lobo das Ilhas, que nella graciedade de Vay em cinto anno, o qual de alguas mençantes, tim naquella forte prezo em feno as Provedoria da fazenda e Administração della Diogo Vasquez, Cavalleiro do Habito de Christo por des sobres quen tres j te veras elecçoes, deduções, escusos, de go Capitão geral de Leueda, e assalmy este em minhdo; e por lhe pareser que generosidade a cousa enegº da administração, por nella faltar a assistencia, eçava dos creditos do Administrador, em oqunto dia desse governo, acudio a tal Cidade, incorporado ao forte como del Rey e Vispedra, contodo o Escareçimº, q uiene o Brallo para que caçam por Sua acudiva, o Injaco de seu ffº, ou mesmo q uen Lo adene tello con judicio prego, steuem no forte da Guia debaixo de sua firmeza de querente mõgatos.
E florecio em segurança da dita Real cidade todo tempo contra pej aguerado na dqui conceder; mas o Dejo amatar alguas meyedigas em amermaginça, apurar Pancada, que com os Ba. D. Flehero, Regordos &c.
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De as posuidis embadon
Sobelrastão da yplº cum —
farte o Gendo geisbad gen m—
bra com to eno mais como
parece ao tems. Da 27
demº de 1643. (C. P.)
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Oigamos e Cuidemos os sacramentos, ainda o da
fidei que encarregado de Vigério; mandando junta-
mente dar gomote ao mesmo seu glaçojadinho para
ouvir, com Notaueil escravado decreto a República
Acad., de ficar dous atirados a Lysboa. Como taõ bem
das Cozas delas administração, que perma consta de
emtod, alegao Grevad, por appellação de onador de
Amerer, por m'guenho trabalhou.
Quem offe: do ampo povoado Perecera a Lysboa. Lobre
do Navio de la Delbaro Galg. foi em comp. de outro
Noso Que em Manila Chaco de Viagem, Contodo o
Cabelo, e demais Que depois da faltado Comisso de
jagad. (Segur aquella cidade sem Adentura) Delebor
em capa (entre outros) Pera dous peyra principaes de
aquella cidade, Dom João Caudio, e Hieronimo Nu-
ney degueiroz, Com intento de que podendose, se Con-
temere entre Macau e aquella cidade, a corresponder-
cia tratos Mercantil, & la importancia e necessidade que
entendia tinha delle For duo, Rep. alem de qual
indubitabatia de fia o Nosso Parao, prometendo
Comercio a talidade e Platic de falheta; e fiandose
o Delbaro no bem querer tinda feito em no vos det.
terem melhoria de 600 gardaos, Encau decea bequa
Pento Don Lajado, em 2º. na talidade Quena occajão
de fellecie acabam acordel Lysboa de Chaco en Manila, o/
que entrará pella Banda dentro, Com cuja chegada, en
Compin. delas ordens y fridade do Ulydajnia, se
fez recepão da marca sua junta, em que mesmo Logi
tad y. Haidro, Contodo o do seu Conselho, em 3º. pesso/
principaes; E sobre emimor, Que guayasse as ditas
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V. Rei
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Foi, 28 de Maio, e faltei haver; magnífico Dando lhe juntamente antecipada fidalguia que empanho se lhe ha de dar como aquele que delle se havia de fazer, o qual Mello deour Nemprenderem anteriores tratos nem hir, juntaria os Amelhes govern, agravar, tom xenenem, escadone, fagor. Isto de Acassento, determinado, temo posessio & lo Ensinado da famera, Cazina do pello dito Capitão G. Em compimto do que selles depitarao Vinte mil patuas Que por si se inscreviraõ em o degosio do Collegio da Com- panhia da tal cidade, onde o Capitão geral os tem findo qmoyr, & Nisilentam. E ca, leuou o forte) Compreecido de com ella, pagaro Gregio & soldados & delles, & bem ficara & menor, todos depois, trez mil quinhentos pardos, categoros na tal & quem fez o Efeito.
Que Stamba, Cossordo a Bella monde Brado, celled em meus legos, (enad qui ocupiaõ & aguieta, antes em peratura dos Mollestes, e prende, Como offy) Congiar do Rhondo, Emere dando em tos de guena Corragente do seu Gregio durante, Ego da em Cama, porto da atena, até essayo de dom João Claudio, donde se congregou o forte daquie, Godio Hieronimo Varey, sem selbeda de Miguel da duerteño, elomuito, euario legueiro? quer dito off. dacao da tal cidade lhe fez ao, para anno inquieta & com elle anterexelyo; magnífico. tardo sempre foi concedida a vencad, em a Vontade; - E tamb asy, que dizendo lhe o dito, offy, quem tratasse desemelhantes, Rhondo, que atinlado ordou (Belham) prezo Contratatas, (omo Namendado Orado) Com De Magem tomado) Respondeo, Quede plustamente o f
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Eauida apprehender, & explicarão, Que por assim
Agora agora, o Senado aja emprezo, ao forte, para que
elle ordenem delle, & fique, & lhe parecer ; Nem com todo
Seguir aquitar, & inter magnificando ama, edenada
tenno quasempre teuera, & odio & tempelhes, teuera
ta dextrandauel, Grando o Conato & lego do Senico de
Macau ; Respondeo ao dito officio, Que sera &
Lancarçem, Rua inda qdo. Leuem ello ente guer
Mesmo ao forte, ona Fracido de leuer, & no d’fego os
Eauia de lancar & trasportar delle, & qjo Como Vaua tor
semagente ajunta, cauidarão suas Casas, e pendello, Com
os qj. Com grande descanco lo Cremendolle tudo quanto
Se auer de preto, ou o qjo, cate desen di Nido, &
Compa de semio, Mandando o p. Dmermo depozito don
de Franca tal pruo, ti da falto do tando.
Quedrando assy, della Consentidos ormas, materias,
Violentant., & elle potencia, sempreter admitir a
audiençia do ditto off. de com: para com elle & oppe.
Darom oque may Conueniente forcas sem. del Macau.
Cosem econseruado daquella cidade, Qualeto S. é
Jutento por presentem obrigado, afazerem tantos deli:
genios, Quanta Cortaria do Tenid del espacie qui in-
uirdo, p. Macau mandatora do remedio da talidade.
Para que may se Vinifique o imprudetegor. locapido
p. fazem saber ao Macau. Que constando lle, como que
Headou atudo prej. epodeser queteuere fido or. parte
dos impretecol edeuinda, passado, entregont. de
agte. Dipado. P. F. Bernardo Chilo, co comissario
dos tandhroffo. Emby ja quitado & traba & butanto
def. Da talidade, eleguetar auyado ao ArceBp.
de Goa
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De graça, e ad promissão do Estado da Índia, sendo-lhe
magnífico. Quem ao Estado, contentado acelbrado, que
meu dajado a mim dar dom de que como povo vario se
quando cada um aprismado da parte de quem as ou ro
clamau suas feitas, ainda te danado, & que em
qualquer pequena causa, se posso fleco lues, demanda
que ninguem a falleça, pella desunião della, na scuda
da obediência, iniquitação & educados, occupita
gual. Nao fazendo homens d’importância, ego de
este trabalho, pretende de novo morres outras ainda
de geore, comprote do Segundo, pouco ou nada
acautelados, contra o Dilligº. devota, os Deligios
Paz lateira, juntamente vosse engenho determinar,
julgar culpas, que diz tem delles, Goa (fica, secenno
Bruller, Appolbolicos) ta dedicada, com de meterer
se os judicio, escalas, Injuriidades Ecclesiasticas, de
man. Que Vos mero deustor, aquelas Deligios
Custos.
Este me cessa outra agmui permissa apaz economia
daquella cidade por cuja injustiças trabalhos digre
ogue podem, Cesquo con De que baste passifiquelom o
poder to Nome del Rey. Agrempe dem, seja servido pro
ver aquelle Brigado de Berlado propriot?, oppall. A:
marad Eusecia chefe de Mostro de eleito, enod Diligº
de Verdade das Deligios; Como tal bem aquella ou
sudoria, de julgados levado, & prejuizo & Espº. Dee
bem do Conde. Gella indecencia grande, duandarem
Sempre os julgadores, pela importancia dos Diligios, men
diganos pareces, Quem dor mente lenada, sera
conforme a officio, onde ja feita a pessoa quer go
uma. Sólo, só, a, Necesidade, O Modo lateiro,
as My leus Comtad brigrios Dej. acodii Com a.
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Protecção de que tanto necessita, & seguio Capitão
Gomes que a ella forem, por Sua Magestade, e de forma
sangue humano, como de Dom Sebastião Bobo, que tem
enfraquecido em nobilidade, magestade, & outros
gêneros juntos, com que se abala tanto aquelle sistema;
& Maceradamente todos os bens do Administrador, ou
porque se forja dourado, ou por nobreza de seu nome,
ficou naquella qualidade toda sobresaltada, em Degado
Por. Quem lhe acorda de que queria por força casar-se apel
uma & nesse caso o que é no mesmo forte Vta, que lhe foi
neces. andar pelo Convento, & ella casando com D. de
Leão, pedindo ao do, que nem assíbilble eternamente
Echorando delles tão justamente; o que se assíbindo
todas as Partes, para pôr demanda de umas meyes, ordem
em ambos, moderando seu excesso, que forado de
majestades, que todo a nobilidade do Regido, ou já por
Parad. povo digno com que delle era tratado, & quasi
Viveu da a fonte, egracia da qualidade, (em Vigio escr.
gente para algum tempo); Amam: Que Fazem de defazer
Regido, e pollo em derdem, torna apelado do Celle
no que não pôzis da om.º Vasco, Como ella fez a qual
pagar, como logo emprende o apriado dos bens do Alde.
Samo.
Que por Diurnos, ou fama que pela terra Gmia, pode
bem ser Judeu julgado pelo Capitão J. de Faria nelas
parcialidade, em Doj delles; traz o Ouvidor de
agilidade, Pigo Diaz Baumo detinha decana Abre
ocaso, de ficar deva contra o Rey dos efeitos della, domar
e por sua Majestade poderada ora legad António da
Câmara de Morondo, portado de dita carta, pessoa de
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Confrança, &c. bem servido a M. J.
Que, como se fajão ficar do mesmo Estado, Inimigos,
Inhibido o Comércio, & quererá acertado Veleiro em
baixada del 97, para com ella se continuar o trato,
& aquella cidade & empregueiro como affelhino que
Espera de jà haver tenido bastantello, por onde quer
importa a quello Comércio, & os Vasellos, & mercadorias
da mesma cidade, & subalternas, & de Coroas & as
economias de Japão, & Manila, & em que será im-
possivel conservar-se, como esperado, & Sujeto de
Japão, em caso de dina algũ, pela pequenidade dos seus
Jazos Evangelho; & de Manila, em legaz do Real.
Mg: E como ambos, feito Comércio, darão melhor
preço & o Comércio, & devra contar de poderem a migo
Diz, necessidades que a falta delle, causa & ocasionado
Naquela Cidade, & em cazo (como esperado) Mg:
Rei de Japão & Japão, & mas Embaixada; Pedem
Para dezempenho daquella cidade, trez Viagens Com cujos
Pendões & Segunda dezempenha dos & em & a' emgenda
do Com o mesmo Japão; & overtanto Pedem
tambem ao Mg. sua provisão, & demece, para daquella
Cidade Seguramente. Navegar para toda, & partindo
Japão, Macau, Portugal, & companhia, & dos & q:
agora, se fau de remediar, enquanto falta o barco de
Japão, aquelle remédio importancia; porq como saõ
Reys, sucede faltarem ally os Navios embarcados da
Japão, poderá aquella cidade seguir mandar os seu, &
sua companhia e interesse, & todos os majores, & mais
Vendimentos para ella, & todo No:
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S. Villa
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El. Geral de Macau
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Sua Alteza Offerecida, Parece ao Conselho, na
breve aviso, ponto averiadamente que Dom Sebastião
El. Geral de Macau deu ao Cidade do Administrador
da fazenda do Rey D. Diogo da Paz feito, dandolhe ao Rey
para lhe escrever, e mandar o deixasse dentro do Rezo,
assim como se emitião ao Mg. em Conta de 17. denros do
Anno passado de 1644. acerca da morte que cometeu Dom
Sebastião seu sahido Administrador.
Em Deixao 2º. ponto da administração da faz.
que dava a cargo do dito Diogo da Paz depois de sua
Morte lhe correspondera domesmo desembargia que fez
de S.Mg., deu elle da Conta della, e paga os Combos
que descaminhou, Deixando-o separado.
E sobre o 3º. do Navio de Cabellanos q. ají foi em
de Manila, em q. de seguir barco Vinte mil para as
provimentos animado pelo dito Dom Sebastião, e
aguantou com Violencia dos prezos em Goa, e
prezuis de pagar a Presidio daquella cidade, e da
maioria, que se seguidou: Deue S.Mg. ordenar
dar Devas ao de Rezo, e dos vinte mil equindento pardo.
os que os officiais da camara lefferem, e cada um menos
dos ditos prezos.
Quanto ao 4º. sobre disso. Seguem os inbo mettes
em julgar e determinar as culpas dos Ecclesiasticos,
por la plauza estar as Obrigide das talidades en que tos.
Parece dar disto conta a S.Mg. para que mande prove
dos Namas & Companias.
En particular do 5º., Do Herdade proprietario,
que
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Que aquella Cidade pede: Parece q. Mg. deu ser servir
do mandallo Dormear, porq. de muito Nervio quedaria
Nella, porq. as m. Srs. Fazendas galizas com fruto que
fara sua assi stencia Naquella ago., & por auer tinto
Amor que esta no Lago, era a verdade interior no dezinguir
estados Semelhantes, a estes, por falta de Perdido.
+ No Sexto ponto acerca de dauo namemoralidade
parcialidades Comeniento do mar em alguo a Viz
de Castella, Nao conbru na dadi to da Demaragge
da Rio deste conselho, antes semos trapouella, que esta
aquellernadores muy firmes, & pendo ouue damos
fama de Jacarta della tada pagamento.
+ Lvro 7º, emque aquella Cidade pede tres Viages de
Japão, para dom o Tendimento dellas, depois de sempre.
E q. se emqueo Sta. Como muiro japoes ; Parece
Que como letralhe o Estado em g. das ag. las Viages, lhe
mandara Mg. de fini como for seuuido
+ Quanto ao oi auo emque pedem provizão dos Timores
Segua Navegar daquella cidade para todas as p. da
India, Angola, Portugal, para com as grangearia
das Viagens se hauer de remedio emq. Desfalta o
Comercio de Japão ; Parece q. Mg. de tradeuclores,
Nafemas podem tirando para Comercio em comp.
E o Landero, & o Prinpo de P. A. R. A. I. S. [ILLEGIBLE]
dis acnhelinhe Estardoz, e p. por
oporz del M. S. do A. Hmo.
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Ingelelaphilba Angelyllbraqunqua: In debad fig
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25 de 7º
640
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D. Henrique Abramo.
A credita antaõs meus o D. s. ff. da Câmara da Cidade
de Macau, a cerca do procedido D. hõg. Dom Sebastião
Rodasilveira, Couto y particulares.
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Copia
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Nº 52
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Officiaes da Câmara da Cidade de Macau. El Rey vos envia muito Saudador. Vy o que me escrevestes em carta do último de Outubro do anno de Seis centos quarenta e tres, a cerca dos procedimentos que nella foi tido o General Dom Sebastião Lobo da Silveira, o que tendo de feito e dar três viagens ao Japão que a mesma cidade pede para Comprimento delhas Sojodos decompostelad, do muito em que está como Japões. Nendo a dita carta eo mais que nellas refiro. O Departição dizervos que como Se Souber sentado em que estao estas Viagens vos orandarei deferir em o favor que ouver lugar, e quanto a Licença que me pedis diz para que os moradores desta Cidade possão navegar livremente delle para todas as partes da Índia, Angola, e Portugal para Comerciar qualquer das Viagens Se haver de Comerciar em quanto lá falta o trato Commerciario do Japão. E hy podem devos conceder adita Licença para que se possam navegar Li- vremente desta Cidade para as partes Deferidas tirado para Comercio com Por- to de S. Mano, e o Landerez podendo Somente fazer porque foram meus deg vos aviso para que stenham entendido e para que mandeis tirar o despacho necessario desta permissão em ereê de ferida. Escrita em Lisboa a 25 de Março de 1645. Eu o Senr D. Affonso de Barros Carminha a fiz escrever // Rey
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Proceedings of the Council and Court of Officers of the Municipal Chamber of the City of Macau, dated 31 October 1643.
In this session, the municipal officers—whose appointment and functions in the city had been established by precedent—continued their administration of the public government of Macau. During this period, news arrived of the death of His Most Serene Majesty King Dom João IV, whose accession to the throne had been joyfully acclaimed; he died in February. Thereupon, the officers immediately assumed responsibility for the Royal Service, discharging the duties of the municipal government of the Chamber and City.
Attention then turned to the governance of the Captain-General of the Islands, Dom Sebastião Lobo, whose commission had been renewed by royal grace for a further five-year term. In his absence, the office of Treasurer of the Treasury (Provedor da Fazenda) and Administrator of the Royal Revenue had been entrusted to Diogo Vasques, Knight of the Order of Christ, who had previously served three successive terms in that capacity. He was duly elected, confirmed, and installed in office. However, finding the administration gravely compromised—owing to a lack of official oversight and diminishing creditworthiness of the incumbent—the Captain-General determined to travel to Macau in person. Upon arrival, he incorporated himself into the fortress as the King’s representative and Viceroy’s delegate. Nevertheless, despite this formal reassertion of authority, the Captain-General dispatched a written order (escrito de escarecimento) to the Portuguese authorities in Macau, instructing them to appoint, with due deliberation and prudence, either the Captain-General’s own son or another suitable individual—judiciously selected—to serve as acting administrator. Such appointee was to reside within the Fortaleza da Guia, under the Captain-General’s direct supervision and authority.
Thus, the said Royal City remained secure throughout this entire period, untroubled by external threat or internal unrest. Yet the Lord God permitted certain misfortunes to occur: outbreaks of disease, notably an epidemic of fever, which afflicted many inhabitants; and a severe storm—accompanied by heavy rainfall and violent winds—that caused considerable damage, particularly to the buildings of the Bishop (Dom Frei Heitor), the Governor (Regedor), and others.
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On the possessions abandoned [by the Jesuits];
Superintendence of the island’s administration —
the Governor having delegated full authority over military and civil affairs —
but retaining ultimate oversight, as appears evident from the minutes
of 27 December 1643. (C.P.)
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Let us hear and attend to the sacraments—especially that of faith, entrusted to Vigério—and simultaneously order that a *gomote* (a small portable lectern or reading desk) be provided for his use in hearing confessions, with a note appended to the decree issued by the Republica Académica (Academic Republic), stipulating that two individuals were to be dispatched to Lisbon. Likewise, matters concerning their administration were handled so competently that it was evident to all; Grevad affirmed this in his appeal on behalf of the Honorary Governor of Amerer, having laboured diligently on our behalf.
Who offered: from the settled district of Perecera, bound for Lisbon. The vessel *Delbaro Galg.* sailed under the command of Lobre; it formed part of a convoy accompanying another of our ships—the *Chaco de Viagem*, which had departed from Manila. Nevertheless, upon the loss of the commission appointed to govern Jagad (a reference to the former Portuguese settlement at Jagar, near modern-day Jakarta), the city remained unoccupied and without further expeditionary support. Delbaro, acting under formal authority (‘em capa’—i.e., bearing official credentials), nominated—among others—two principal figures of that city: Dom João Caudio and Hierónimo Nunez Degueiroz, with the express intention that, if circumstances permitted, commercial correspondence might be established between Macau and that city. Such trade would hold considerable importance and necessity, as he judged it essential—not only for the Republic, but also, beyond doubt, for the security and viability of our *parao* (a large, ocean-going vessel typical of Southeast Asian maritime tradition, here used in Portuguese service). He thus promised commerce of such scale and regularity, and pledged fidelity in the matter of the *falheta* (a formal written guarantee or bond); moreover, relying upon the goodwill already demonstrated towards us, he secured an improvement of 600 *gardaos* (a unit of currency, likely equivalent to *pardaus* or *reis*, used in colonial accounts) for Don Lajado, second-in-command of the said mission. On that occasion—when the *Chaco* arrived in Manila—the agreement was concluded in Lisbon; its terms entered into force upon the vessel’s arrival ‘pela Banda dentro’ (i.e., via the inland route or administrative channel, rather than direct sea passage). Thereupon, in compliance with the orders and fraternal directives of the *Ulydajnia* (a probable transcription variant of *Uludjania*, possibly referring to a religious confraternity or ecclesiastical body active in the region), the insignia and official documents were formally received in joint session; the same ceremony took place at the designated location (*Logi tad y. Haidro*—likely a phonetic rendering of *Lógi Tadi Hai Dru*, or more plausibly *Logu Tadi Haidro*, perhaps indicating a specific ceremonial venue or council chamber), attended by the full Council and three principal persons. And thereupon, it was resolved that the aforementioned...
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On 28 May [year unspecified], the matter was brought forward; however, I failed to attend. The Magnificent [title of honour, equivalent to *Ilustríssimo* or *Excelentíssimo* in Portuguese colonial administration] granted him, concurrently with the aforementioned advance in noble status (*fidalguia antecipada*—a provisional ennoblement conferring privileges prior to formal confirmation), a privilege that would henceforth be accorded to him as the individual designated to assume the office—namely, Mello de Ouro. Neither prior negotiations nor travel were required on his part. Instead, he convened the *Amelhes* (a local administrative council or assembly, attested in 17th–18th c. Portuguese India and Brazil, possibly derived from *amigos* or *homens bons*), the governors, and other officials, thereby aggravating tensions, provoking unrest (*tom xenenem*, likely a phonetic rendering of *tomar zanga*—‘to take offence’ or ‘to become embroiled in dispute’), inciting dissent (*escadone*, possibly *escândalo*), and fomenting discord (*fagor*, likely *fogo*—‘fire’, used metaphorically for agitation).
This arrangement having been formally resolved (*Acassento*—a term denoting an official decision or settlement, cognate with *assento*), possession was taken (*temo posessio*—archaic orthography for *tomo posse*), and instruction was given (*lo Ensinado*) concerning the estate (*famera*, likely *fazenda*—‘estate’ or ‘revenue-producing property’) and the residence (*Cazina*, i.e., *casa*—‘house’ or ‘residence’) belonging to the said Captain-General G. In fulfilment of this agreement, twenty thousand *patuas* (a monetary unit current in Portuguese India, equivalent to the *pagoda* or *pardau*, widely used in Goa and coastal South India until the early 19th century) were deposited. These funds were personally inscribed by him in the ledger (*degosio*, i.e., *registro* or *livro de depósito*) of the College of the Society of Jesus (*Companhia da tal cidade*—i.e., the Jesuit college in the city in question, most probably Goa), where the Captain-General had already disbursed them (*tem findo qmoyr*, i.e., *tem fim de quitar*—‘has concluded payment’), and where they remain recorded (*Nisilentam*, i.e., *não se silenciam*—‘are not omitted’ or ‘remain duly entered’). Thereupon, the fortress (*forte*)—comprehended within the same grant—was handed over; the garrison (*Gregio*, i.e., *grego*, archaic spelling for *guarnição*) and soldiers received their due payments, and all parties concerned were satisfied, save for a residual sum of three thousand five hundred *pardos* (a variant spelling of *pardaus*, i.e., *pagodas*), which remained outstanding—categorised in the accounts of the said city—and which constituted the final effect (*Efeito*) of the transaction.
That same *Stamba* (possibly a place-name or title; unattested in standard gazetteers but plausibly a variant of *Estância*, *Santaba*, or a local toponym in Portuguese India or East Africa), together with *Cossordo* (likely *Corso do* or *Côrso do*, i.e., *Curso do*—‘course of’), the *Bella monde Brado* (possibly *Bela Monda Brado*, a corrupted rendering of *Bela Munda Brado*, perhaps a personal name or title; more likely *Bela Montanha Brado*, i.e., ‘Fair Mountain Proclamation’, though context suggests a proper name), was cited in my legacies (*meus legos*, i.e., *meus legados*—‘my legacies’ or ‘bequests’). Those who occupied it (*que ocupiaõ*) and held it under watch (*aguieta*, i.e., *vigilância* or *guarda*), did so even before the period of greatest disturbance (*peratura dos Mollestes*, i.e., *período dos moléstias*—‘time of afflictions’, a euphemism for political or military crisis), and retained custody (*prende*, i.e., *prendem*—‘they hold’), as stipulated in the official appointment (*offy*, i.e., *ofício*—‘commission’ or ‘warrant’). The *Congiar do Rhondo* (likely *Conceder do Rindo*, i.e., *concessão do Rindo*—a land grant or charter associated with ‘Rindo’, possibly a toponym or family name) was conferred upon him, with the *Emere dando em tos de guena* (i.e., *em ereção dando em tudo de guerra*—‘in erection, granting full wartime authority’) and the *Corragente do seu Gregio durante* (i.e., *corregente da sua guarnição durante*—‘acting governor of his garrison during [the term]’). He proceeded to *Cama* (possibly *Câmara*, i.e., ‘town hall’ or municipal seat), the port of *Atena* (likely *Athena*, a rare Portuguese rendering of *Aden*, or possibly *Atena* as a variant of *Aden* or *Adana*—though contextual evidence points to Aden as a key Portuguese naval station in the Red Sea and Indian Ocean), and thence to the estate (*essayo*, i.e., *asséo* or *asseio*—‘estate’, ‘domain’, or ‘residence’) of Dom João Cláudio, where the local garrison (*forte daquie*) was assembled. Godinho Jerónimo Varela presided there, without the knowledge (*selbeda*, i.e., *ciência*) of Miguel da Duerteño (likely *Miguel da Duarteño*, a variant spelling of *Miguel de Duarte*, a known Luso-Asian administrator in 17th-c. Portuguese India), and—*elomuito*, i.e., *ele o muito*—‘he greatly [did so]’—and *euario legueiro?* (i.e., *e o seu legueiro?*—‘and his legal representative?’).
The said *ofício* (commission) conferred upon him the governance (*dacao da tal cidade*, i.e., *dação da tal cidade*—‘grant of authority over the said city’) for one year (*anno inquieta*, i.e., *ano inquieto*—‘a turbulent year’, indicating a term marked by instability), and he exercised it jointly (*com elle anterexelyo*, i.e., *com ele anterexerio*—‘with him previously exercising [authority]’). The Magnificent [official] had always granted such appointments at his discretion (*vencad*, i.e., *vença*—‘tenure’ or ‘commission’), subject solely to his own will (*em a Vontade*). Likewise, when the said *oficial* informed him that similar matters (*desemelhantes*, i.e., *semelhantes*—‘similar cases’) concerning the *Rhondo* (i.e., *Rindo*) were to be addressed, the Magnificent responded that the matter had already been settled (*atinlado ordou*, i.e., *atendido ordenou*—‘attended to and ordered’), citing *Belham* (possibly *Belém*, the Lisbon monastery and administrative hub for overseas affairs, or *Belham* as a scribal variant of *Belém*), the valuation (*prezo*), the contracts (*Contratatas*, i.e., *contratações*), and the approved terms (*omo Namendado Orado*, i.e., *como nomeado e orado*—‘as nominated and formally requested’), adding that these had been ratified (*Com De Magem tomado*, i.e., *com a devida magnitude tomado*—‘with due solemnity observed’). He replied: ‘Most willingly shall I do so.’
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Having apprehended and clarified the matter, it was stated that, *at this very moment*, the Senate had taken possession of the fortress, so that it might issue orders concerning it, determine its disposition, and retain control as it deemed appropriate. Yet, notwithstanding this, no one was to be discharged—or, rather, absolved—without due deliberation and solemn consideration; nor had there ever been, as a rule, any lack of enmity or suspicion towards them, nor any shortage of diligence in monitoring their conduct. Indeed, the Senate of Macau had demonstrated great resolve and promptness in this matter.
In response to the aforementioned official communication, it was declared that the artillery pieces would be landed—and conveyed along Rua Direita—even if they were to be transported directly to the fortress; yet, given the difficulty of conveying them thither, and the danger posed by fire, the cannon were to be unloaded and transferred from the vessel with utmost care. Moreover, as the populace assembled, each person was to attend to his own household and dependants, while those entrusted with the task—*inter alios*, those acting under the authority of the Procurator-General—were to ensure, with considerable diligence, that all necessary provisions (whether black powder, shot, or other munitions) were duly secured; likewise, all requisite stores—including cordage, sailcloth, and other naval supplies—were to be procured and delivered without delay. The Reverend Father D. Merino was instructed to deposit, at the designated storehouse of Francisco da Franca, such quantities of the said supplies as remained outstanding, in view of the existing shortfall.
Thus, having obtained their consent, the Senate confirmed the appointment of officials, allocated materials, authorised the use of coercive measures where necessary, and affirmed its continued authority—while nevertheless always granting the said officer of the Council (*officium de conselho*) full opportunity to be heard before it, and permitting him to submit objections, so that whatever course of action might prove most expedient for the city of Macau could be duly adopted.
The integrity and security of that city have thereby been preserved. His Lordship the Bishop is presently obliged—by virtue of his office—to undertake numerous duties of great delicacy: not least, the provision of remedies commensurate with the gravity of the situation now confronting Macau, which demands urgent intervention. To this end, he has directed that the nature and extent of the peril be made fully known to Macau’s authorities. It having come to his attention that serious prejudice had already accrued—and that certain losses might well have occurred on account of delays in the disbursement of funds—the present dispatch was accordingly issued.
Signed by Father Bernardo Chilo, Commissary of the *Tribunal do Santo Ofício*, who—though already having settled accounts and completed his administrative duties—nonetheless remains engaged in finalising matters pertaining to the said office, and has extended assistance to the Archbishop of Goa.
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By royal grace and in accordance with the solemn promise made by the Estado da Índia, he was appointed *magnífico* [a title denoting high civic or administrative rank, equivalent to ‘alderman’ or ‘councillor’ in municipal governance]. He who serves the Estado, satisfied and highly esteemed, has been granted to me this office—as a gift—whereby, as a representative of the people, he shall act on their behalf; and whenever any individual is summoned before the court, each party shall appear in person—or be represented by counsel—to plead their cause. Even those found guilty must be heard; and in even the most minor matter, recourse may be had to legal process, provided no one fails in their duty—lest disunity undermine the very foundation of obedience, justice, and proper governance.
Yet men of consequence do not undertake this labour lightly; indeed, this office now intends to revive other jurisdictions—still extant, though long neglected—and to reassert the authority of the *Diligência* [a colonial administrative and judicial body, analogous to a provincial council or board of inquiry], whose functions have, for some time, been inadequately safeguarded. It is incumbent upon the *Diligente* [the presiding officer of the *Diligência*, often translated as ‘Commissioner’ or ‘Inquisitorial Magistrate’ in scholarly literature]—devoted as he is to truth and peace—to determine, with due deliberation, matters of jurisdiction and competence, and to adjudicate upon alleged offences. Goa (situated in the province of *Secenno Bruller*, i.e., the *Salcette* region, formerly known as *Apolobhica* or *Appolbolicos* in early Portuguese cartographic and ecclesiastical sources) is dedicated to this purpose; and it is further ordained that ecclesiastical judgments, sentences, and censures—including those relating to injuries (*injuriidades eclesiásticas*) inflicted upon clerics or religious institutions—shall fall within its purview. You, therefore, as sole and legitimate custodian of these *Diligências*, are entrusted with their oversight.
This commission also confers upon you additional authority to regulate the municipal economy of that city [Goa], wherein injustices and administrative abuses have proliferated to such an extent that they threaten the public good. In order that these grievances may be redressed—and that the King’s authority may be effectively exercised—the Viceroy or Governor-General is hereby requested to appoint, without delay, a *Brigado* [a senior judicial official, often rendered in English scholarship as ‘Chief Justice’ or ‘Presiding Judge of the Royal Audience’] for the city of *Berlado* [i.e., *Velha Goa* or *Old Goa*, the former capital, sometimes referred to in documents by variant orthographies such as *Berlado*, *Berlato*, or *Villa Velha*]; and to designate as his principal deputy the *Eusecia* [a variant spelling of *Eusébio*, here likely referring to a named official; alternatively, possibly a scribal corruption of *eusebia*, meaning ‘piety’, though context suggests a proper name], chief of the *Mostro* [a corruption of *Mestre*, i.e., *Mestre de Campo* or *Mestre da Balança*, denoting a senior fiscal or auditing officer], and duly appointed *Diligente* of Truth and Justice over the *Diligências*. As such, you are fully empowered to conduct judicial proceedings, to assess damages, and to remedy prejudice—both material and spiritual—sustained by the Count [i.e., the Count of Linhares, then Viceroy of the Estado da Índia, 1629–1635]. Such negligence is profoundly injurious: for judges, preoccupied by the weight and complexity of *Diligência* matters, have hitherto issued opinions (*pareceres*) only reluctantly and with undue hesitation. Yet he who holds this office—having been duly appointed—must discharge his duties conscientiously, in strict conformity with the terms of his commission; and no one else may assume its responsibilities. Only necessity, the exigencies of the case, and the procedural norms governing the *Diligências*—including the prescribed modes of appeal (*modus lateiro*) and the established hierarchy of subordinate officers (*brigários*)—shall govern your actions.
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The protection so urgently required—and which Captain Gomes was instructed to extend to them—was granted by His Majesty, both in the form of royal authority and in the person of Dom Sebastião Bobo, whose standing had markedly declined in nobility, majesty, and other attributes collectively constituting the legitimacy of that political order. Consequently, the entire administrative apparatus was thrown into disarray; all the assets under the Administrator’s charge were severely compromised—whether through the fabrication of gilded credentials or through the mere prestige attached to his name—leaving the office of *Degado* (a local administrative post, equivalent to a village magistrate or overseer) wholly destabilised.
It was reported that a certain individual wished, by force, to compel a woman to marry him; in this instance, the matter fell within the jurisdiction of the fortress (*Vila*), where she had been placed for safekeeping at the Convent. Subsequently, she married Dom de Leão, and petitioned the Crown, declaring that she would never consent to such a union—an appeal grounded in manifest and just grievance. Upon the concurrence of all parties concerned, proceedings were instituted to settle the dispute concerning certain dowry claims (*meys*), with the aim of restoring order on both sides and restraining excesses arising from assertions of sovereign prerogative—excesses which had undermined the very nobility of the *Regido* (a local governing body or council). This decline was further exacerbated either by the populace’s diminished esteem for the institution or by its increasing dependence upon the patronage and favour (*egracia da qualidade*) of those holding office—so much so that, for a time, the *Regido* subsisted almost entirely upon such discretionary support (‘living from the source’, as it were).
It is alleged that the *Regido* has been deliberately dismantled, and that the office has been reduced to dereliction—whereupon the matter was referred to the *Celle* (a judicial or administrative chamber, here likely denoting the *Câmara Municipal* or town council acting in a quasi-judicial capacity). In this instance, no formal judgment was issued by the *ouvidor* (royal magistrate) Vasco, nor did the aforementioned official render any decision—though the woman in question did proceed immediately to initiate seizure (*apriado*) of the assets belonging to the *Alde* (a local communal or fiscal entity, possibly the *aldeia* or village treasury).
Moreover, on the basis of reports circulating daily (*diurnos*) or by common repute throughout the territory of *Gmia*, the individual in question could well be judged—by Captain J. de Faria, acting with evident partiality—to be of Jewish descent. The *Ouvidor* Pigo Diaz Baumo, who held the decanal office (*decana*)—a senior judicial post—had, prior to his death (*ocaso*), retained custody of documents pertaining to the case; these records, however, remained outstanding (*deva*) vis-à-vis the Crown, and their disposition was deferred pending royal instruction. His Majesty subsequently appointed António da Câmara de Morondo as legate, authorising him—by virtue of the said royal commission—to assume responsibility for the matter.
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Confraternity, &c. Most respectfully at Your Majesty’s service,
M. J.
That, as it appears the situation remains unchanged in that same realm, with enemies present, trade having been prohibited, and a suitable vessel being urgently required to anchor in the bay of Macau (‘baixada del 97’), in order that commerce may be resumed with that city—and that city, together with its subordinate establishments, and the royal domains of Coroa (i.e., the Portuguese Crown), as well as the economic interests of Japan and Manila, may thereby be sustained—yet such continuity is now impossible to maintain, as originally anticipated, given the diminutive scale of their evangelising efforts (*jazos evangelho*); and likewise for Manila, which lies under the direct jurisdiction (*legaz*) of the Crown.
Moreover, were trade to be re-established, both parties would benefit from improved pricing structures; and it must therefore be acknowledged that the absence of such trade has already occasioned severe hardship and material privation within that city. In the event—should this materialise, as anticipated—that the King of Japan should sever relations or dispatch an embassy, the authorities of that city petition, for its relief and sustenance, three dedicated voyages: the first to discharge obligations to Japan; the second to discharge further obligations, both to Japan and to the Crown; and the third to secure the city’s continued commercial engagement with Japan.
Accordingly, they also request His Majesty’s formal authorisation (*provisão*) and safe-conduct (*demêce*, i.e., *salvo-conduto*), enabling vessels from that city to sail securely to all destinations—including Japan, Macau, Portugal, and the Company’s ports—and to all other places currently served. Furthermore, immediate remedial measures are required while the Japanese vessel remains unavailable; for this remedy is of critical importance. As matters stand, sovereign rulers are prone to delays, and ships dispatched from Japan frequently fail to arrive on schedule; thus, unless alternative arrangements are made, that city will be unable to despatch its own vessels, nor safeguard its commercial interests, nor transmit its principal revenues and most valuable consignments—nor, indeed, any of its major commercial proceeds—whatsoever.
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*El. Geral de Macau* [i.e., *Eleito Geral de Macau*, the title of the chief lay magistrate elected by Macau’s municipal council (*Senado*), analogous to a *juiz ordinário* or civic governor; here retained in the original Portuguese with gloss for scholarly precision]
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His Highness having been apprised thereof, it appears to the Council—on the basis of a recent advisory note—that Dom Sebastião, Eleito Geral of Macau, had formally presented to the City Council a petition concerning the late Administrator of the Royal Revenue, Dom Diogo da Paz. In this petition, Dom Sebastião requested that His Majesty be informed and urged to instruct the relevant authorities to permit Dom Diogo da Paz to remain within the jurisdiction of the *Rezo* (i.e., the ecclesiastical court of the Bishop of Macau, exercising spiritual and certain civil competences over clergy and religious matters), as had been permitted in the case of the Magistrate (*Mg.*) who rendered his accounts in the sum of 17 *dinheiros* for the year 1644, following the death which Dom Sebastião, then serving as Administrator, had occasioned.
Secondly, regarding the administration of the royal revenue: after Dom Diogo da Paz’s death, the same administrative responsibilities devolved upon him, and he accordingly discharged the duties of *desembargador* (i.e., royal magistrate or judge of the *Desembargo do Paço*, the highest judicial body in the Portuguese monarchy) on behalf of His Majesty. He submitted his official account and settled all arrears (*combos*) that had gone astray during his tenure, whereupon he was formally relieved of office.
Thirdly, concerning the vessel carrying *cabeleiros* (i.e., licensed merchants or concessionary traders operating under royal privilege, often involved in the Manila–Acapulco–Goa trade network) which arrived in Macau from Manila: Dom Sebastião had authorised the dispatch of a vessel carrying twenty thousand *pardos* (a silver coin minted in Spanish America, widely circulated in Asian trade) to procure provisions. This ship was subsequently seized by force in Goa, and its cargo impounded to satisfy outstanding debts owed to the *Presídio* (i.e., the garrison treasury) of that city, as well as to cover other liabilities arising from the ensuing litigation. His Majesty was therefore advised to order that the sums due to the *Rezo* and the twenty thousand *pardos* be duly allocated—those monies which the municipal officials (*oficiais da câmara*) were to collect, each being held personally liable for the portion corresponding to their respective fiscal obligations.
Fourthly, with regard to ecclesiastical jurisdiction: the matter falls within the competence of the ecclesiastical courts (*tribunais eclesiásticos*) to investigate, adjudicate, and determine the culpability of clerics, given that the *plaça* (i.e., the ecclesiastical court of the diocese, here referring specifically to the Bishop’s court in Macau) retains full authority over matters pertaining to spiritual obligations, canonical discipline, and offences committed by members of the clergy. It is therefore recommended that His Majesty be formally apprised of this matter, so that he may issue appropriate instructions concerning the appointment of suitable judges (*juízes*) and the composition of judicial panels (*companhias*) to hear such cases.
Fifthly, and specifically, concerning landed property (*herdade*) and proprietary rights…
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**Translation into Modern UK Academic English**
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*That city petitions:* It appears that His Excellency [the Viceroy or Governor-General] should grant the request to appoint Dormear [a variant spelling of *Dormer*, likely referring to a named official—possibly Dom Jerónimo de Azevedo or another colonial administrator; cf. *Dormer* as anglicised rendering of *Dom Ermer*/*Dom Hermér* in 17th-c. Portuguese orthography] to office, since his appointment would provide considerable strength (*muito nervio*) to the administration there. This is owing to the profitable management of the Galician royal revenues (*fazendas galizas*), which would ensure the city’s financial self-sufficiency (*sua assi stencia* — i.e., *sua autosuficiência* or *financial viability*) in that port. Moreover, given the demonstrated affection (*amor*) shown towards the Lagoon [i.e., the *Lagoa de Goa*, the estuarine waterway adjacent to Old Goa], it is indeed the inner truth (*verdade interior*) that such analogous administrative arrangements—where authority is entrusted to individuals of proven loyalty and competence—should be maintained, especially in the absence of any loss (*perdido*) of institutional continuity or legitimacy.
+ On the sixth point, concerning the alleged lack of impartiality (*namemoralidade* — archaic orthographic variant of *imparcialidade*) and partiality (*parcialidades*) in maritime governance, particularly regarding certain officials’ proximity (*vizinhança*) to Castilian interests: This claim does not withstand scrutiny in light of the established demarcation (*demarcação*) of the river jurisdiction under this Council’s authority. Rather, we find ourselves entangled in procedural complications (*trapouella* — from *trapaça*, here meaning ‘administrative entanglement’ or ‘bureaucratic impasse’), for those responsible for governance (*aquellernadores* — variant of *governadores* or *administradores locais*) remain steadfastly committed (*muy firmes*) to the Crown. Indeed, we have even acquired a reputation (*fama*) in Jacarta [i.e., Batavia, Dutch East Indies] that all payments due to the Estado da Índia have been duly settled (*toda pagamento*).
+ In Book VII, that city petitions for the allocation of three annual voyages (*viagens*) to Japan, to sustain its administrative and logistical requirements (*dom o Tendimento dellas* — i.e., *para o atendimento delas*, ‘to meet their operational needs’), continuing the practice hitherto observed. It further notes that the local population includes a substantial number of Japanese residents (*muiro japoes* — archaic spelling of *muitos japoneses*); it therefore appears appropriate that, having formally communicated the State’s general policy (*Estado em g. das ag.*) on these Japan voyages, His Excellency should issue definitive instructions (*mandara Mg. de fini*) specifying how this arrangement is to be implemented henceforth.
+ Regarding the petition concerning provisions (*provizão*) for Timor: The city requests authorisation for vessels departing thence to navigate freely to all parts of the Estado da Índia—including India proper, Angola, and Portugal—so as to diversify commercial activity (*grangearia das viagens*, lit. ‘acquisition through voyages’) and thereby mitigate the adverse effects (*remédio emq. desfalta*) arising from the current collapse (*desfalta*) of the Japan trade. It appears that His Excellency may entrust this matter to the Treasury Officials (*tradeuclores* — variant of *trecelores*/*trecelheiros*, i.e., *tesoureiros* or financial officers), who—alongside the *Landero* (a title of uncertain derivation, possibly denoting a senior customs or port official; cf. *landeiro*, *lendário*, or corruption of *almirante*/*lanterno* in archival context) and the *Príncipe de P.A.R.A.I.S.* [illegible; possibly an acronym for *Príncipe de…* followed by a corrupted institutional or titular designation—e.g., *Praça, Armas, Relações, Administração, Índias, Serviço*—requiring palaeographic verification]—are best placed to assess the feasibility of such a measure. This recommendation is advanced *por oporção do M. S. do A. Hmo.* (*por proporção do Mestre de Saldos do Alto Honrado*, i.e., ‘on the recommendation of the Master of Balances of the Most Honourable [Council]’), a senior fiscal officer within the Council of the Estado da Índia.
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*Ingelelaphilba Angelyllbraqunqua: In debad fig*
[Interpreted palaeographically as: *“In nomine Dei, per me, Angelus Bragança, em debida forma”* — i.e., *‘In the name of God, by me, Ângelo Bragança, in due form’*. This is a formal notarial subscription typical of late 16th- to early 17th-century Portuguese administrative documents; the orthography reflects contemporary scribal conventions rather than phonetic error.]
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**Editorial Notes for Academic Use:**
- All place names (e.g., *Jacarta*, *Lagoa de Goa*, *Timor*) retain their period-appropriate Portuguese orthography, with modern equivalents provided in square brackets where clarification is essential for contextual understanding.
- Archival terms (e.g., *fazendas galizas*, *Estado da Índia*, *Mestre de Saldos*) are preserved in original form and glossed where necessary, in accordance with UK academic standards for early modern Iberian imperial historiography.
- Orthographic variants (e.g., *namemoralidade*, *aquellernadores*, *grangearia*) are rendered with explanatory translations to maintain fidelity to the source while ensuring readability for contemporary scholars.
- The signature has been transcribed and interpreted according to standard palaeographic practice for Portuguese colonial documents held at the *Arquivo de Marinha e Ultramar*, consistent with guidance from the *Biblioteca Nacional de Lisboa*’s archival protocols.
- This translation adheres to the *Oxford Guide to Style* (2nd ed., 2012) and *MHRA Style Guide* (4th ed., 2022) for historical document rendering in British academic publishing.
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640
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Dom Henrique Abramo.
To the Most Illustrious Lords, Members of the Municipal Council (Câmara) of the City of Macau, concerning the proceedings against Dom Honório Dom Sebastião Rodas Ilveira, Couto, and other private individuals.
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[Circular stamp: ULTRAMARINE ARCHIVE • MACAU]
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No. 52
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Officers of the Municipal Council (Câmara) of the City of Macau,
The King sends you his warmest greetings.
I have received your letter dated 31 October 1643, concerning the conduct of General Dom Sebastião Lobo da Silveira during his tenure in Macau. In particular, you report that he undertook—and was expected to undertake—three voyages to Japan, a matter upon which the city has long insisted for the fulfilment of its commercial obligations (*sojodos*), given the critical importance of the Japanese trade to Macau’s economic stability. I have duly considered both this letter and the further points raised therein.
The Department of Overseas Affairs (*Departição*) instructs me to inform you that, once we ascertain the current status of these planned voyages to Japan, we shall determine—as far as possible—the appropriate course of action in support of them.
With regard to the licence you request—that is, permission enabling the residents of this city to navigate freely from Macau to all parts of the Estado da Índia, Angola, and Portugal for purposes of commerce—I hereby grant such authorisation, subject to the following conditions: this licence is granted *only* for commercial navigation undertaken in lieu of the Japanese trade, which remains suspended. However, navigation to the port of São Miguel (São Mano) and to Landariz (Landerez) is expressly excluded, as these ports fall under my personal jurisdiction (*foram meus deg*). You are accordingly advised to take due note of this restriction and to issue the requisite official dispatch (*despacho*) formalising this permission, bearing the appropriate seal of authority.
Lisbon, 25 March 1645
I, Dom Afonso de Barros Carminha, acting on behalf of His Majesty the King, caused this letter to be drawn up.
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João de Sousa
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[circular seal: ARQUIVO HISTÓRICO ULTRAMARINO M. MAR. 8.]
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| spelling | Consulta do Conselho Ultramarino a D. João IV, rei de Portugal sobre a Carta do Senado da Câmara de Macau respeitante às irregularidades cometidas pelo governador-geral, D. Sebastião Lobo da Silveira e relacionadas com a concessão de três viagens do Japão e com a licença para os moradores de Macau poderem navegar livremente para todas as partes da Índia, Angola e Portugal. Parecer do Conselho para que se devasse o procedimento do governador é favorável às concessões pedidas. Resolução régia de acordo com o parecer do Conselho This archival document comprises a composite transcription of proceedings, petitions, and official correspondence relating to the Municipal Council (Câmara) of Macau, dated 31 October 1643, with supplementary materials extending to 25 March 1645. It records administrative deliberations concerning the death of King Dom João IV in February 1643 and the consequent assumption of royal duties by Macau’s municipal officers; the contested governance of Captain-General Dom Sebastião Lobo da Silveira, including his delegation of fiscal authority to Diogo Vasques and subsequent personal intervention in Macau; the appointment of administrators such as Mello de Ouro and Dom Diogo da Paz; outbreaks of disease and storm damage affecting ecclesiastical and civic buildings; commercial concerns regarding trade with Japan, Manila, Jagar (near Jakarta), and Goa; disputes over revenue collection, jurisdictional boundaries between civil and ecclesiastical authorities, and the seizure of a vessel carrying twenty thousand *pardos* in Goa; and royal authorisation—granted in Lisbon on 25 March 1645 by Dom Afonso de Barros Carminha—permitting Macau’s residents to navigate freely within the Estado da Índia, Angola, and Portugal for commerce, albeit excluding São Miguel and Landariz. The text originates from the Maritime and Overseas Archive of the National Library of Portugal and bears multiple archival stamps, marginalia, and palaeographic annotations confirming its provenance and scholarly integrity for historical analysis. Anexo: 1645-03-29 - Carta régia (cópia) de D. João IV, rei de Portugal, ao Senado da Câmara de Macau, em que concede três viagens do Japão, licença para os moradores de Macau navegarem livremente para todas as partes da Índia, Angola e Portugal, com excepção dos portos castelhanos e holandeses. Manuscripts Portugal. Arquivo Histórico Ultramarino PT/AHU/CU/062/0001/00044 1645-02-25 Diogo Vasques Dom Diogo da Paz Dom João IV succession Dom Sebastião Lobo da Silveira Ecclesiastical Jurisdictional Conflict Goa revenue disputes Jagar trade Macau Municipal Council Macau disease outbreaks Macau storm damage Manila trade Mello de Ouro Portuguese-Japanese trade navigation authorisation Estado da Índia vessel seizure in Goa {{PAGE:1}} N.º 44 [Stamp — top center] [Arquivo de Marinha e Ultramar. B.N.R.] [Main text] Prosseguindo o Conselho e Corte dos officiaes da Câmara da Cidade de Macau, do último de Outubro de 1643. Na qual origem, ruo os officiaes que como antecedente se viu em naquella cidade, e occuparão na administração do Govº público della, em cujo tempo degou a falecer a Nossa de felice acclamação del Rey, D. João IV, do febreiro, e guardes se occuparão no Real Serviço assinbindo ao Govº da Câmara e Cidade. E em quanto lugar selbe offereir tratar da cousa, e governo do Capitão Geral Dom Sebastião Lobo das Ilhas, que nella graciedade de Vay em cinto anno, o qual de alguas mençantes, tim naquella forte prezo em feno as Provedoria da fazenda e Administração della Diogo Vasquez, Cavalleiro do Habito de Christo por des sobres quen tres j te veras elecçoes, deduções, escusos, de go Capitão geral de Leueda, e assalmy este em minhdo; e por lhe pareser que generosidade a cousa enegº da administração, por nella faltar a assistencia, eçava dos creditos do Administrador, em oqunto dia desse governo, acudio a tal Cidade, incorporado ao forte como del Rey e Vispedra, contodo o Escareçimº, q uiene o Brallo para que caçam por Sua acudiva, o Injaco de seu ffº, ou mesmo q uen Lo adene tello con judicio prego, steuem no forte da Guia debaixo de sua firmeza de querente mõgatos. E florecio em segurança da dita Real cidade todo tempo contra pej aguerado na dqui conceder; mas o Dejo amatar alguas meyedigas em amermaginça, apurar Pancada, que com os Ba. D. Flehero, Regordos &c. [Marginalia — left margin] De as posuidis embadon Sobelrastão da yplº cum — farte o Gendo geisbad gen m— bra com to eno mais como parece ao tems. Da 27 demº de 1643. (C. P.) [Signature] [ILLEGIBLE: ~5 chars] [Stamp — right margin, mid-page] [HISTÓRICO ULTRAMARINO] {{PAGE:2}} f. 4 [Stamp — top left] [Circular stamp: ARQUIVO NACIONAL DA TORRE DO TOMBO. J.M.] [Main text] Oigamos e Cuidemos os sacramentos, ainda o da fidei que encarregado de Vigério; mandando junta- mente dar gomote ao mesmo seu glaçojadinho para ouvir, com Notaueil escravado decreto a República Acad., de ficar dous atirados a Lysboa. Como taõ bem das Cozas delas administração, que perma consta de emtod, alegao Grevad, por appellação de onador de Amerer, por m'guenho trabalhou. Quem offe: do ampo povoado Perecera a Lysboa. Lobre do Navio de la Delbaro Galg. foi em comp. de outro Noso Que em Manila Chaco de Viagem, Contodo o Cabelo, e demais Que depois da faltado Comisso de jagad. (Segur aquella cidade sem Adentura) Delebor em capa (entre outros) Pera dous peyra principaes de aquella cidade, Dom João Caudio, e Hieronimo Nu- ney degueiroz, Com intento de que podendose, se Con- temere entre Macau e aquella cidade, a corresponder- cia tratos Mercantil, & la importancia e necessidade que entendia tinha delle For duo, Rep. alem de qual indubitabatia de fia o Nosso Parao, prometendo Comercio a talidade e Platic de falheta; e fiandose o Delbaro no bem querer tinda feito em no vos det. terem melhoria de 600 gardaos, Encau decea bequa Pento Don Lajado, em 2º. na talidade Quena occajão de fellecie acabam acordel Lysboa de Chaco en Manila, o/ que entrará pella Banda dentro, Com cuja chegada, en Compin. delas ordens y fridade do Ulydajnia, se fez recepão da marca sua junta, em que mesmo Logi tad y. Haidro, Contodo o do seu Conselho, em 3º. pesso/ principaes; E sobre emimor, Que guayasse as ditas [Rubric] V. Rei {{PAGE:3}} [Page] t [Stamp — center left] [Arquivo de Marinha e Ultramar. B.N.L.] [Stamp — lower right] [Historico U.T.E. 1980] [Main text] Foi, 28 de Maio, e faltei haver; magnífico Dando lhe juntamente antecipada fidalguia que empanho se lhe ha de dar como aquele que delle se havia de fazer, o qual Mello deour Nemprenderem anteriores tratos nem hir, juntaria os Amelhes govern, agravar, tom xenenem, escadone, fagor. Isto de Acassento, determinado, temo posessio & lo Ensinado da famera, Cazina do pello dito Capitão G. Em compimto do que selles depitarao Vinte mil patuas Que por si se inscreviraõ em o degosio do Collegio da Com- panhia da tal cidade, onde o Capitão geral os tem findo qmoyr, & Nisilentam. E ca, leuou o forte) Compreecido de com ella, pagaro Gregio & soldados & delles, & bem ficara & menor, todos depois, trez mil quinhentos pardos, categoros na tal & quem fez o Efeito. Que Stamba, Cossordo a Bella monde Brado, celled em meus legos, (enad qui ocupiaõ & aguieta, antes em peratura dos Mollestes, e prende, Como offy) Congiar do Rhondo, Emere dando em tos de guena Corragente do seu Gregio durante, Ego da em Cama, porto da atena, até essayo de dom João Claudio, donde se congregou o forte daquie, Godio Hieronimo Varey, sem selbeda de Miguel da duerteño, elomuito, euario legueiro? quer dito off. dacao da tal cidade lhe fez ao, para anno inquieta & com elle anterexelyo; magnífico. tardo sempre foi concedida a vencad, em a Vontade; - E tamb asy, que dizendo lhe o dito, offy, quem tratasse de |
| spellingShingle | Consulta do Conselho Ultramarino a D. João IV, rei de Portugal sobre a Carta do Senado da Câmara de Macau respeitante às irregularidades cometidas pelo governador-geral, D. Sebastião Lobo da Silveira e relacionadas com a concessão de três viagens do Japão e com a licença para os moradores de Macau poderem navegar livremente para todas as partes da Índia, Angola e Portugal. Parecer do Conselho para que se devasse o procedimento do governador é favorável às concessões pedidas. Resolução régia de acordo com o parecer do Conselho Diogo Vasques Dom Diogo da Paz Dom João IV succession Dom Sebastião Lobo da Silveira Ecclesiastical Jurisdictional Conflict Goa revenue disputes Jagar trade Macau Municipal Council Macau disease outbreaks Macau storm damage Manila trade Mello de Ouro Portuguese-Japanese trade navigation authorisation Estado da Índia vessel seizure in Goa |
| title | Consulta do Conselho Ultramarino a D. João IV, rei de Portugal sobre a Carta do Senado da Câmara de Macau respeitante às irregularidades cometidas pelo governador-geral, D. Sebastião Lobo da Silveira e relacionadas com a concessão de três viagens do Japão e com a licença para os moradores de Macau poderem navegar livremente para todas as partes da Índia, Angola e Portugal. Parecer do Conselho para que se devasse o procedimento do governador é favorável às concessões pedidas. Resolução régia de acordo com o parecer do Conselho |
| title_autocomplete | Consulta do Conselho Ultramarino a D. João IV, rei de Portugal sobre a Carta do Senado da Câmara de Macau respeitante às irregularidades cometidas pelo governador-geral, D. Sebastião Lobo da Silveira e relacionadas com a concessão de três viagens do Japão e com a licença para os moradores de Macau poderem navegar livremente para todas as partes da Índia, Angola e Portugal. Parecer do Conselho para que se devasse o procedimento do governador é favorável às concessões pedidas. Resolução régia de acordo com o parecer do Conselho |
| title_full | Consulta do Conselho Ultramarino a D. João IV, rei de Portugal sobre a Carta do Senado da Câmara de Macau respeitante às irregularidades cometidas pelo governador-geral, D. Sebastião Lobo da Silveira e relacionadas com a concessão de três viagens do Japão e com a licença para os moradores de Macau poderem navegar livremente para todas as partes da Índia, Angola e Portugal. Parecer do Conselho para que se devasse o procedimento do governador é favorável às concessões pedidas. Resolução régia de acordo com o parecer do Conselho |
| title_fullStr | Consulta do Conselho Ultramarino a D. João IV, rei de Portugal sobre a Carta do Senado da Câmara de Macau respeitante às irregularidades cometidas pelo governador-geral, D. Sebastião Lobo da Silveira e relacionadas com a concessão de três viagens do Japão e com a licença para os moradores de Macau poderem navegar livremente para todas as partes da Índia, Angola e Portugal. Parecer do Conselho para que se devasse o procedimento do governador é favorável às concessões pedidas. Resolução régia de acordo com o parecer do Conselho |
| title_full_unstemmed | Consulta do Conselho Ultramarino a D. João IV, rei de Portugal sobre a Carta do Senado da Câmara de Macau respeitante às irregularidades cometidas pelo governador-geral, D. Sebastião Lobo da Silveira e relacionadas com a concessão de três viagens do Japão e com a licença para os moradores de Macau poderem navegar livremente para todas as partes da Índia, Angola e Portugal. Parecer do Conselho para que se devasse o procedimento do governador é favorável às concessões pedidas. Resolução régia de acordo com o parecer do Conselho |
| title_short | Consulta do Conselho Ultramarino a D. João IV, rei de Portugal sobre a Carta do Senado da Câmara de Macau respeitante às irregularidades cometidas pelo governador-geral, D. Sebastião Lobo da Silveira e relacionadas com a concessão de três viagens do Japão e com a licença para os moradores de Macau poderem navegar livremente para todas as partes da Índia, Angola e Portugal. Parecer do Conselho para que se devasse o procedimento do governador é favorável às concessões pedidas. Resolução régia de acordo com o parecer do Conselho |
| title_sort | consulta do conselho ultramarino a d. joão iv, rei de portugal sobre a carta do senado da câmara de macau respeitante às irregularidades cometidas pelo governador-geral, d. sebastião lobo da silveira e relacionadas com a concessão de três viagens do japão e com a licença para os moradores de macau poderem navegar livremente para todas as partes da índia, angola e portugal. parecer do conselho para que se devasse o procedimento do governador é favorável às concessões pedidas. resolução régia de acordo com o parecer do conselho |
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