S-a-1321 — Bank of England — Reports & financial statements 
This file contains correspondence and reports relating to the salvage of bullion from the Niagara, with particular emphasis on regular reports from Captain J. P. Williams. The records document hazardous working conditions, weather delays, recovery methods, and quantities of bullion raised, together with administrative notes circulated to the Bank of England and other authorities. They include references to Admiralty involvement, naval protection, publicity concerns, and censorship of operational information. Also covered are bonus and reward arrangements for crew and contractors, chartered vessels, specialised salvage equipment, and the packing and transport of recovered bullion. The file combines operational reporting, logistical details, and personal observations from salvage personnel, illustrating the coordination required between banking institutions, maritime authorities, and on-site recovery teams.