London and China Express: Friday 2nd June 1871:

Trial of the P. and O. Steamer “Indus” … …  The company assembled on board to witness the trial included Mr. Hadow, the chairman of the Company, Admiral Sir Wm. Hall, Mr. Allen, Mr. Bayley, Capt. Engledue, Directors, Capt. Black, Superintendent at Southampton, Mr. Pinsent, Mr. Bethune, Capt. Jamieson, Capt. Curling, Capt. Weeks, Dr. Beattie, Mr. Peter Denny, the builder, and others. An excellent luncheon was served, and the toasts included success to the P. and 0. Company and the new ship, coupled with the health of the builder, Mr. Denny, who responded in a humorous speech; the health of the Directors, who were complimented on their efficient management; Capt. Greaves, and officers of the Indus.


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Referenced

GRO0420 India: Henry John Pinsent: 1812 – 1894