Singapore Daily Times, 21 February 1878
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Title Section12 1878-02-21 1 Singapore Daily Times. SINGAPORE, THURSDAY, 21st FEBRUARY, 1878. No. 13,407 VOL. XIX.12 words
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Article, Illustration396 1878-02-21 1 Office—D’Almeida Street. Godowns— At New Harbour. The following are the dates on which Company’s Contract Mail Steamers pjnected to arrive here in 1878 r-" 11 HoatwisD. *h Ju> WedM.d«y 9th Jsa. 23rd 'wh M»r jSJJ 'lit April. A rU Sktnntey 27th i£b M»7- loth396 words
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Article144 1878-02-21 1 Agamemnon. Ultsses. Ajax. Patboclus. Achilles. Antenob. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestob. Glaucus. Pbiam. Anchises. Sabpedon. Obestes. Hictob. Stentob. MENELAUB. Teuceb. The Coy’s Steamers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accoirmodaticn for first and third class144 words
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313 1878-02-21 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may be expected to arrives here daring the current year octw 4 *d. Homewa*i>1878. 1878 Wednesday, 3o January Thursday, SI January 13 February n February 27 do <l° 13 March -27 do do313 words
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97 1878-02-21 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Moulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta during the current year at the undernoted dates Monday, January 14th Saturday, July 13th 28th 27th February 11th August 10th 25th 24th March 4th September 7th 7.97 words
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185 1878-02-21 1 Wail service to Malacca, Lingy, Klang, Salangore, Durian Sabatang (Perak), and Pinang. The Steamers of the above Company will leave Singapore and Penang fortnightly,—leaving PiDang immediately after arrival of the English mail, commencing about 3rd June, and returning from Singapore 48 hours after arrival. The185 words
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Article45 1878-02-21 1 MesBßs. Apcab A Co’s, steamer ARRATOON APCAR,” 1,392 tons. Captain MactayiBH, may be expected here on or about the 20th instant en route to above ports. (Fofreight or passage, apply to SARKIES MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist Feb., 1878. (to 20th inst.)45 words
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Article43 1878-02-21 1 Messks. Apcab A Co‘B. steamer HINDOaTAN,” 992 tons, Captain Gabdneb, I may be expected to arrive hereon the 28th int-tant en route to above port. Fo freight or passage, apply to SARKIES MOSES. Agents Singapore, Ist Feb., 1878. (to 28th mat.43 words
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791 1878-02-21 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore and Batavia every fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours aftei the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Fbiabs, London. PABBAGE Monet, FIBBT C-LABB. From Singapore to Batavia 4® Padang791 words
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Insurance.
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407 1878-02-21 1 Capital, £500,000, with power to increase. C Ist issue at par £100,00( Subscribed < 2nd do at 5* prem £125,000 3rd do at 10. prem .£150,000 the £75.000 premiums on shares being available for the maintenance and extension of the Company’s business.407 words
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Article71 1878-02-21 1 Capital 1,500,000. Paid-up 133,332. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. Jardine Matheson Co., Hongkong. The undersigned, Agents for the Office, are authorised to insure goods by A. I. Sailing Vessels or Steamers to the extent of $lOO,OOO on each bottom, and on the Block and Machinery71 words
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95 1878-02-21 1 HEAD OFFICE, LIVERPOOL. Robert Galloway, Esq., Chairman. Georoe C. Frames, Esq. Deputy-Chairman. Underwriters. Herbert B. Brayne, Esq., Liverpool. Charles T. Manley, Esq., London. Secretaries. James Padl, Esq., Liverpool. Anthony Radcliffe, Esq., London. OFFICES IN LIVERPOOL, 20 21, Exchange Buildings East. OFFICES IN LONDON, 4,95 words
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47 1878-02-21 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Resbrve £340,000. The undersigned has been appointed Agent at Singapore for the above Company, and is prepared to accept risks by first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER, Agent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (a. c.)47 words
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Article56 1878-02-21 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every description of property at the current Hates of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1876. £248,980,367. Claims arranged by the Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and. liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents, MARTIN. DYCE A CO.56 words
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Article42 1878-02-21 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Company, and are prepared to take risks upon cargo on the customary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY A CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (u. c.)42 words
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43 1878-02-21 1 Capital 2.000.000, Funds in reserve exclusive of Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang: BOUSTEAD CO. Fibe depabtment: Limit £12,000, on a first class risk. Life depabtment: Limit £2,000, on one life. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. a c43 words
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190 1878-02-21 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, 60Gracechurch Street, London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Depot, Chairman j Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq M. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The security offered by the Queen,, to190 words
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64 1878-02-21 1 Head Office, Batavia. The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to issue Policies covering Marine risks on goods to all parts of the world at reduced rates. They arc also prepared to take Fire risks of every description at the lowest current64 words
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57 1878-02-21 1 The undersigned have been appointed agents for the above Company and are prepared to accept risks upon cargo by steam er or sailing vessel on the customary terms. The usual disconnt allowed on all risks for coasting voyages and on risks to Europe and America. REME57 words
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90 1878-02-21 1 Financial Position (1875.) Subscibed Capital £3,*****0. Accumulated Funds 1,778.,000. Annual Revenue from Fire Premiums 313,000. Life 133.000. Interest upon Invested Funds *****. The undersigned have to announce that they are the duly appointed Agents for this Company in Singapore with authorij ty to90 words
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Article28 1878-02-21 1 Capital £1.000.000. CHIEF OFFICES. London 79, Cornhill E. C. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOU8TEAD CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (u. c.)28 words
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53 1878-02-21 1 Establish rd 1821 Subscribed Capital £2.000.000 Total Invested Funds, upwards of 3,000.000 Annual Income upwards of 400,000 The undersigned have been appointep Agents at Singapore and are prepared to issue policies against Fire on the usual terms. PATERSON. SIMONS A CO. Singapore, 1st53 words
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42 1878-02-21 1 ALLAINCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sxerling Extension op Limits. One F rst class risk S 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS CO. Agents. Singapore. 17th Dec., 1875. (u. c.)42 words
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101 1878-02-21 1 Established 1840, and Empowered by Spe oial Act of Pari iam en t.Capi tal One Million. Life Assurances of every description granted. Retiring Provisions combined with Life Assurance. Free Policies issued which can never altogether lapse throughnon-payment of pre*101 words
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50 1878-02-21 1 The undersigned, Agents for the abovo Company, are prepared to issue Policies oovering Marine Risks on goodt to all partof the world. Policies payable one month after due notice and proof of loss is given. HOOGLANDT A OO.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. (u. 0.)50 words
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45 1878-02-21 1 (Berlin-Coloqne Fire Insurance Company, Limited, Berlin.) The undersigned, having been appoint ed General Agents of the above Company are prepared to take Fire Insurance Risks at the current rates of premium. RAUTENBERG, SCHMIDT A CO •Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. u. o45 words
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69 1878-02-21 1 Head Office, Batavia. The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to take risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. 33J o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on. all risks to Europe69 words
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82 1878-02-21 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal Charter.) Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Paid-up Capital 250,000 Fire Reserve Fund... 31st Dec., 1876... £796,747 Fire Premium Reserve 286,021 Total Fire Reserves ~1,082,768 Income of the Fire Department, Net Premiums and Interest... 916,646 The undersigned, Agents for82 words
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56 1878-02-21 1 Bonus Year. Next distribution at the close of 1877 Policies opened this year will be included in the distribution about to be made. The Bonus of 1872 gave an addition o £l, per cent per annum to the sum assured. HARRISON A CO., Agents.56 words
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215 1878-02-21 4 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson.Esq Vice Chairman— Jas. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambbose Smith, F.I.A. CHIEF OFFICES: <**— 50 s”, t Ge0 Edinbubgh 17 Geobgb Stbeet. f 2 King William t Obiel Chambebs, Litmpooi. Water Street. Manchester, 47 Bbown215 words
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103 1878-02-21 4 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester—Exchange Street. Liverpool —28, Exchang Street East. Birmingham—l 2, Bennett’s Hill. London—lo, Cornhill. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd, Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Coeton,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW.103 words
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286 1878-02-21 4 LONDON LANCASHIRE LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY. Capital—£loo,ooo. HEAD OFFICE IN INDIA136 CANNING 8TEEET, CALCUTTA. With Agencies at Bombay, Madras.. Singapore, Colombo, and all the Principal Towns in India. CONSIDERABLE REDUCTION IN RATES OF PREMIUM FOR INDIA. The Directors of the London and Lancashire” have the pleasure to announce that, after due286 words
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102 1878-02-21 4 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-up 400,000 Reserve Fund 564,202' General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, E*q. (Messrs. Melchers, A Co.) J. P. Barnes (Messrs. Holliday,Wise A Co.) A. T. Manger, (Measrs.Douglas,LapraikACo.) H. Nicaise, (Borneo Company Ltd.) J. J. doe Remedios,102 words
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70 1878-02-21 4 Capital 10,000,000 Francs. The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to take risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. 33* o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks70 words
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72 1878-02-21 4 Cap tal, £250,000, fully suBSCRfBBD. CHIEF OFFICE: HANLEY London Office 106 Cannon St. E. C. The undersigned have been appointed Agents in Singapore for this Company and are now prepared to accept Fire Risks of every description at the rates of Premium current here. Forms,72 words
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136 1878-02-21 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard J. Ashton, Esq., Alfred Gouger, Esq. Thomas O. Barclay, William Hawthorn, Robert C. L. Beran, George Hibbert, Perciral Bosanquet, Samuel Hyde, James Brand, William trail, Charles Care, j Charles Marryat, George H.136 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement61 1878-02-21 1 PACIFIC MAIL S. S. COMPANY. Thbocgh passage tickets granted to "'▼erpool bj all Transatlantic lines of oteamers. A redaction of 20 o/o on ordinary rates y K ra nted to Officers of the Army and members of the Civil and Con*Up ®**j**» in Commission. *or further particulars apply to GILFILLAN,61 words
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NOTICE.
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Article175 1878-02-21 2 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STRAITS SETTLEMENTS. Division or Singapore. In the Matter of a Bankruptcy petition against themselves by Abdul KaDBB and Jillall of Singapore, carrying on business jointly with Mahoxid Gousi and Mahomed, as traders at Tanglin at Singapore. Abdul Kadbb and Jelall,175 words
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Article171 1878-02-21 2 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STRAITS SETTLEMENTS. DIVISION OF SINGAPOK*. In the Matter of a Bankruptcy petition against himself by Tko Ming Kim, at present out of employment, and lately a Clerk in the Spirit Farm, Singapore, and residing at Campong Malacca, Singapore. Teo Ming171 words
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Article158 1878-02-21 2 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STRAITS SETTLEMENTS. Division or SingaporeIn the Matter of Bankruptcy petition against himBelf by Leong Chin, a Tradder residing at No. 42 New Bridge Road, Singapore. Leong Chin, having on the 18th d-»y of February 1878. presented a petition against himself158 words
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54 1878-02-21 2 FOR MALACCA, PENANG, MOULMEIN, RANGOON, CALCUTTA. Th* B. I. S. N. Co.’s steamer ARABIA, will leave for above ports from the roads on Monday the 25th instant, at 3 p. m. For freight or passage, apply to HAMILTON GRAY OO. Agents B. I. S. N. Co. Ltd. Singapore, 21st Feby.54 words
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Article42 1878-02-21 2 The Spanish steamer AURBERA," Captain Munites, due here on the 27th instant, has room for cargo which can now be engaged. She has splendid accommodpassengers. For freight or passage, apply to E. A H. HINNEKINDT. Agents. Singapore, 21st Feb., 1878.42 words
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Domestic Occurrence.
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STRAITS TIMES THURSDAY, FEB. 21ST, 1878.
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Article99 1878-02-21 2 Singapore. 21th Fib., 1878. Gambler 8 4.15. Black Pepper 7.30. White Pepper 12.75. Sago Flour, Sarawak 3.17J. Pearl Sago 3.95. Ooffee, Bontjrnc 21. Tin 18.50. lOs. Mule twist 96.50. ii lbs. Shirting* 1 00. 7 do do 1.35. 6 do T. Cloth 1.10. 7 do do 1.27J.99 words
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Article84 1878-02-21 2 Mails close for Bengkalis, Siak A Deli, per steamer Opkir, at 3 p. m. to-day. Malacca A Penang, per steamer Japan, at 1 p. m. to-morrow. Bangkok, per steamer Ban Yong Seng, at 3. p. m. to morrow. Muntok Palembang, per steamer Ruby, at 9 a. m. on84 words
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1132 1878-02-21 2 The German Parliament. Berlin, 19 th February. —ln to-day’s sitting of the German Parliament, Prince Bismark declared his disbelief in a European war. He said Germany will not interfere but is willing to mediate. Austria. Vienna, 19M February. —The President of the Austrian Council of1,132 words
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Article697 1878-02-21 2 Thk British steamer Africa, uuder charter arranged in London, which left this on 12th December last, for a cruise amongst the Islands of the Eastern Archipelago, has just returned from Lalmau, and the East Coast of Borneo. She reached the former island on 16th December, and after a short697 words
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Article1183 1878-02-21 3 It i» requested of our contemporaries that in reproducing these translation* that original appearance is the Strait* Time* may be acknowledged.) Ma GuiOT, broker, at Banda, sends us the following report, dated the Ist January. 1878: The prices of produce, especially those of mace fell slowly, but regularly1,183 words
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Article1648 1878-02-21 3 (From our own Correepondent.) Sidney, 25th Jan., 1878. In to you that Sir John KobertSon’s Government had been ousted, and a new set of men with a Mr. Farnell at their head had come into power. These men having been re-elected the House met again last Tuesday but1,648 words
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Correspondence.
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Article1307 1878-02-21 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sir, —As an account of a morning's sport in the jungle may not be uninteresto you, allow me to give you the following, which happened many years ago at P-n-g, one of the adjacent Malayan territories. I was a1,307 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement520 1878-02-21 2 afobfrttermmt*. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000,000 Dollars. Reserre Fund 1,000,000 Dollars. COURT OP DIRECTORS. Chairman.— H. Hoppnrs, Esq. (of Messrs. Siemssen A Co.) Deputy Chairman.— F. D. Sassoon, Esq (of Messrs. Darid Sassoon Sons Co.) E. R. Belilios, Esq. H. L. Dalrtmple (of Messrs. Birley Co.)520 words
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Advertisement366 1878-02-21 2 TOWN HALL, SINGAPORE. DAVE CARSON’S Minstrel, Variety and Comedy Company. THURSDAY, 21st FEBRUARY, 1878. Another Entire Chanoe of Programme. DAVE CARSON. Will, by Particular Request, Appear in his Classical and Original Rendition o F THE BENGALEE BABOO, IN WHICH HE WILL BINO E’ SWEET E’ SPIRIT HEAR MY PRAYER,” AND366 words
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Advertisement425 1878-02-21 2 STRAITS ASIATIC SOCIETY. A Meeting of the Straits Asiatic Sociitt will be held at the Raffles Library, on Thursday, the 28th February, at 8.30 p. m., when the President will deliver the inaugural address. Members are allowed to introduce friends. By order, N. B. DENNYS, Hony. Secretary. Singapore, 15th Feby.425 words
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Advertisement575 1878-02-21 2 NOTICE. Katz Brothers Have opened out now an assortment of Rest English made iron safes, warranted fire-proof, in different sizes, as 20 x 16 x 14 inch. 24 17 16 28 22 20 42 28 26 Mother of pearl shirt and collar studs. shirt bnttons. sleeve buttons, a new construction.575 words
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Article174 1878-02-21 3 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STRAITS SETTLEMENTS. Division op Singapore. In the matter of Henrt Schuster of Singapore, Merchant, and Edward Enoel of Soloband near Eidelstedt in Schleswig Holstein, Merchant, both trading at Singapore. in partnership under tb« style of SCHUBTER AND EnOEL. James Graham,174 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement405 1878-02-21 3 NOTICE. The O.S. S. Co.’s steamer “ULYSSES” Captain Jan. Guard, leaving Penang tomorrow, may be expected here on Saturday morning en route for Hongkong and Shanghai. For freight and passage, apply to W. MANSFIELD A CO. Agents. Singapore, 20th Feby. 1878. FURNITURE SALE. The undersigned have received instructions from Colonel405 words
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Advertisement521 1878-02-21 3 NOTICE. The undersigned hare received again a large invoice of blank books, comprising. Ledgers, Journals, Cash-books, Daybooks and all necessary subsidiary books; these can also be obtained in sets; prices very moderate. Copying books. Weighing books, books to file letters, so called „biblorbaptes,” etc., etc. Also A well selected supply521 words
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Docks.
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701 1878-02-21 4 The works of the Company are situated at Tsniong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the following establishments, viz Wharf.—Affording berthage for twenty vessels at one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught, and protected701 words
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192 1878-02-21 4 This Company executes ships’ repairs of all' descriptions in the most efficient manner under the superintendence of Enropean Shipwrights and Engineers. No. 1 Graving Dock. Length—4ls feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 154 feet Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving192 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement19 1878-02-21 4 FOR SALE. Carlsberg (Danish) Beer in Cases of 4 dozen, quarts. )Rfme Brothers. Singapore 15th November, 1877. (a. o.)19 words
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Advertisement411 1878-02-21 4 NETHERLANDS INDIA DISCOUNT COMPANY. The undersigned having been appointed Agents by Power of Attorney dated Batavia, 19th June. 1869,) to the above Com panv are authorised to grant and buy bills on Java, discount acceptances, give money in loan on securities and generally to represent the said Bank at this411 words
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Advertisement606 1878-02-21 4 iHtsrtllantmiS. JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers of European, China, Japan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Clock Makers; JEWELLERB AND GOLDBMITHS; WINE, SPIRIT AND PROVISION MERCHANTS. Outfitting Department. Gentlemen's outfiits made up on the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine606 words
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Advertisement685 1878-02-21 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG. Commercial Sqnare, Reacli Street 27. R*rr»lwer*| H-Iten forf-I Sent ton-1 ReWwn steed* on hiuid* well wnehrend ein jour* blen I »oor rad in eon selected and wohlassortir- 1 a*sortisl ryk assortinehljr assort-; tes Tjitrer al- dans tons ment ran Eued stock of all685 words
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Advertisement667 1878-02-21 4 SAYLE CO. T ilor H.f| s p«'>i b y Appointment To H. E. The Governor. Sir William C. F. Rob'nson, k. c. m. g. And To H. H. The Maharajah of Johorf b- r, m. g.. k. c. s. t. Civil Naval and Military Outfitters. Hosiers, Hatters. Dressmakers. Milliners. Drapers667 words
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