Letters from Andrew Ross, with papers from Dr William Roxburgh and packages of indigo (from Indigo caerulea leaves) and fever bark ("Swetinia" [Swietenia]
Government pleased with Dr William Roxburgh's suggestions; intend to adopt his propositions; the Resident of Nagore directed to procure coconut and the Resident of Travancore to forward the sago palm
Suggestions on the introduction of such useful trees, shrubs and other plants as are deemed the most likely to yield sustenance to the poorer classes of Natives of these Provinces during times of scarcity
Scope & Content:
Communication from William Roxburgh, including meteorological observations.