Singapore Daily Times, 6 June 1878
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Title Section12 1878-06-06 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XIX. SINGAPORE, THURSDAY, 6th JUNE, 1878. No. 13,49412 words
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Article, Illustration436 1878-06-06 1 Office —D’Almeida Street. Godowns— At New Harbour. The following are the dates on which tl-r Company’s Contract Mail Steamers may he expected to arrive here in 1878 OrTVAin. Hon n* asp. Tuesday J«r. Wednesday 9th Jan. 22nd 23rd 5th Feb. 6th Feb. 19th 2W*>436 words
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Article145 1878-06-06 1 Agamemnon. Ultsses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achilles. Antenob. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Priam. Anchises. Sarpedon. Orestes. Hector. Stentor. Menelaus. Teucer. The Coy’s St< amers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accon modaticn for first and145 words
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320 1878-06-06 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may be expected to arrive here during the I current year Outward. Howewabi*. 1878. 1878. Wednesday, 3o January Thursday, 31 January 13 February 14 February 27 do 28 do 13 March H March320 words
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96 1878-06-06 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Moulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta during the current year at tbe undernoted dates:— Monday, January 14th Saturday, July ***** 28th 27th February 11th Anguat loth 25th 24th March 4tli September 7th 18th96 words
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186 1878-06-06 1 Mail service to Malacca, Lingy, Klang, Salangore, Durian Sabatang (Perak), and Pinang. The Steamers of the above Company will leave Singapore and Penang fortnightly,—leaving Pinang immediately after ar rival of the English mail, commencing about 3rd June, and returning from Singapore 48 hours after arrival.186 words
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Article44 1878-06-06 1 Messrs. Apcar A. Co.’s steamer ARRATOON APCAR,” 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may be expected here on or about the 21st instant, en route to above ports. For freight Or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, 1st June, 1878.44 words
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Article43 1878-06-06 1 Messrs. Apcar A Co.’s steamer JAPAN, 1,865 tons, Captain de Smidt, may j be expected here on or about the 27th instant, en route to above port. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, 1st June, 1878.43 words
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789 1878-06-06 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore andßatavia every fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours aftei the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Monet, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia 46 j Padang789 words
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Insurance.
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219 1878-06-06 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman —Alexander Ronaldson.Esq Vice Chairman —Jas. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary —H. Ambrose Smith, f.i.a. CHIEF OFFICES: Glasgow, f 5O West George Street. Edinburgh, 17 George Street. Losdon f 2 Kino William l Street. Liverpool, f ISL Ohamrim, Water219 words
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106 1878-06-06 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester— Exchange Street. Liverpool —28, Exchang Street East. Birmingham —12, Bennett’s Hill. London —10, Comhill. Janlh.HoJi or Street. Bristol —50, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. Joh N Todd, Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Coston,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq.106 words
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Article72 1878-06-06 1 Capital 1,500,000. Paid-up 133,332. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. Jardine Matheson A Co., Hongkong. The undersigned, Agents for the Office, are authorised to insure goods by A. I. Sailing Vessels or Steamers to the extent of $100,000 on each bottom, and on the Block and72 words
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96 1878-06-06 1 HEAD OFFICE, LIVERPOOL. Robert Galloway, Esq., Chairman. George C. Frames, Esq. Deputy-Chairman. Underwriters. Herbert B. Brayne, Esq., Liverpool. Charles T. Manley, Esq., London. Secretaries. James Paul, Esq., Liverpool. Anthony Radcliffe, Esq., London. OFFICES IN LIVERPOOL, 20 A 21, Exchange Buildings East. OFFICES IN LONDON,96 words
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48 1878-06-06 1 EBTABLIBHED 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned has been appointed j Agent at Singapore for tbe above Company, and is prepared to accept risks by first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER, Agept. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (a. c.)48 words
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Article62 1878-06-06 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every d, script, on of property at the enrrent Kates of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1877. £254,303 817 Claims arranged by the Local Agents. a m pa d P rom ptitude and liberality Tbe jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised.62 words
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Article42 1878-06-06 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Company, and are prepared to take risks npon cargo on the customary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY A CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. n c.)42 words
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44 1878-06-06 1 Capital 2,000,000. Funds in reserve exclusive of Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang BOUSTEAD A CO. Fire department Limit £12,000, on a first class risk. Life department: Limit £2,000, on one life. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. u c.)44 words
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193 1878-06-06 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, 60 Gracechurch Street, London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman Willium Hind, E,qre. J Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq M. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The193 words
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64 1878-06-06 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 are also prepared to take Fire risks of every description at the lowest current64 words
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55 1878-06-06 1 The undersigned have been appointed agents for the above Company and are prepared to accept risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. The usual discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages and on risks to’Europe and America. REME BROTHERS. Singapore,55 words
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87 1878-06-06 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 authority to grant87 words
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Article29 1878-06-06 1 Capital £1.000.000. CHIEF OFFICES. London 79, Cobnhill E. C. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A GO. JJingapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (u. c.)29 words
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52 1878-06-06 1 Established 1821 Subscribed Capital £2.000,000 Total Invested Fnnds, upwards of 3,000.000 Annual Income upwards of 400,000 The undersigned have been appointep Agents at Singapore and are prepared to issne policies against Fire on the usual terms. PATERSON, SIMONB A CO. Singapore, Ist April,52 words
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41 1878-06-06 1 ALLAINCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sxerlino Extension of Limits. One F rst class risk 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS A CO. Agents. l7th Dec., 1875. (u. c.)41 words
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97 1878-06-06 1 Established 1840, and Empowered by Spe cial Act of Parliament. Capital One Million. Life Assurances of every description granted. Retiring Provisions combined with Life Assurance. Free Policies issued which can never altogether lapse through non-payment of premiums. No extra97 words
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50 1878-06-06 1 The undersigned, Agents for the above Oompany, are prepared to issne Policies covering Marine Risks on goods 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. c.)50 words
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45 1878-06-06 1 (Berlin -Cologne 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 tne current rates of premium. RAUTENBERG, SCHMIDT CO. Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. u. o.45 words
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69 1878-06-06 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 1878-06-06 1 London and Edinburgh. < Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal OHARTERi.) 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, Agents82 words
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54 1878-06-06 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 of £l, Der cent per annum to the sum assured. HARRISON A CO., Singapore,54 words
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286 1878-06-06 4 LONDON LANCASHIRE LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY. Capital—£100,000. HEAD OPPICK IN INDIA 136 CANNING 8TBEET, 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, after286 words
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101 1878-06-06 4 Gapttal $2,000,000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 Gfnfral Managers. Messrs .Tardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre. Esq. (Messrs. Meluheni. k Co.I J. P. Rimes (Mouses. Hollidav.Wiue A Co.) A T. Manner, (Meaara.DoiKrlaa.lepraikACo.) H. Nioaiao. (Romeo Company Ltd.) J. J. doa Remedies.101 words
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71 1878-06-06 4 Capital 10.000,000 Francs. The undersigned. Agents for the above Company, are prepared to take risks upon cargo hv steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. 334 o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyagee. and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
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138 1878-06-06 4 Capital £1,600,000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard J. Ashton, Eaq. Alfred Gomrer, Esq. Thomas G. Barclay, William Hawthoru, Robert C. L. Reran, Oeortre Hibhert, Perciral Roaanqnet, Samuel Hyde, James Brand, William Lyall, Charles Care, Charles Marrya I. Georsre H.138 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement108 1878-06-06 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notice. On and after the let February, Ice will be sold retail, at the rate of 4 Cents perpound. The Ice House iE opened for the sale of Ice daily from 6 a. m. to 6 p. m. Tickets for 2, 3 or 5108 words
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40 1878-06-06 2 England direct via Canal Th Steamer LOMBARDY,” carrying and le rin g Singapore, about the 8th instant, will have room for passengers and Cargo. H. W. GEIGER, e Agent. Singapore, 1st June, 1878. (5 ins.)40 words
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48 1878-06-06 2 FOR MALACCA, PENANG, MOULMEIN, RANGOON CALCUTTA, &c The B I. S. N. Co.’s steamer “Asia." expected on Saturday) will have quick despatch for above ports. For freight or passage, anply to HAMILTON GRAY A CO. Agents. B. I. S. N. Coy. Ld. Singapore, 6th June, 1878. (3 ins.)48 words
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STRAITS TIMES THURSDAY, 6TH JUNE, 1878.
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Article192 1878-06-06 2 Singapore «th Junk, 1878. Gambier 4.15. Black Pepper 7. White Pepper, fair quality 13. Sago Flour, Saraw <k 3 HU. Pearl Sago 4.15. Ooffee, Bontyne. 19. nominal. Tin 18.55. 40s. Mole twisi 92* Si lbs. Shirtings 1 55. 7 do do 1.40 6 do T. Olotb 1.07*.192 words
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423 1878-06-06 2 London, 5 th June. —The Derby has been won by Sefton. Insulaire, second. and Childerick, third. (Sefton was •3rd for the Two Thousand Guineas on 8th May, and Insulaire 2nd.) Prince Gortchakof will attend the Congress with Count Schouvalof. Constantinople, 5th June.— The Russian Military423 words
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988 1878-06-06 2 Last Friday’s Gazette contained the Report of the Acting PostmasterGeueral for 1877 which will be found appended below. Although Captain Ord is not much given to be gushing in the amount of information he gives, and there are one or two points regarding which more988 words
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Article850 1878-06-06 2 Singapore, 22 nd April, 1878. Sia, —I have the honor to submit, for the information of Government, the Annual Report on the Postal Department ot this Colony for the year ending 30th November, 1877. The ordinary revenues of this Department derived from the sale of postage stamps,850 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement663 1878-06-06 2 #rh> aibrrttsnnrnts. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid op Capital....f.5.000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fond 1,000,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman.— F. D. Sassoon,Esq (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A Go.) Dejmfy Chairman.— Wm. H. Forbm, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell A Co.) E. R. Belilios, Esq. H. L. Dalbtmple Esq. (of Messrs.663 words
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Advertisement806 1878-06-06 2 IMPORTANT SALE OF LAND, BUILDINGS. ENGINEERS’ PLANT, SAW MILL MACHINERY, ENGINEERS’ STORES, TOOLS, TIMBER Ac. The property of Meagre Howarth, Lyon, and Erskine. Engineer* and Iron Founders, River Valley Road Messrs. Howarth, Lyon, and Erskine, with a view to the dissolution of their partnership, have instructed the undersigned to sell806 words
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Advertisement743 1878-06-06 2 ROYAL CONCERT HALL. Lessse. J. Scantebury. First Appearance of the Vaudeville Company. The following talented Artistes will appear every evening at the above Hall in their Variety and Comic operetta Performance, Doors open at 8. Miss Bertha Draeger ...The Solo Flutist. Miss Agnes Draeger...2Ac talented Violinist and Vocalist. Miss Clara743 words
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Advertisement429 1878-06-06 2 THE SINGAPORE WATERFALL, NEXT TO THE COMMI88ARIAT OFFICE, Pearl’s Hill. Within 5 minutes’ drive from the Square. The Proprietor of the above Waterfall begs to announce to the public of Singapore that his bathing establishment is now completed, and baths of all kinds can be had at the rates: Say,429 words
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Extract.
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Article1232 1878-06-06 3 A H experiment or speculation is being now attempted in tbe island of Borneo which calls to remembrance the early history of the Fast India Company. A London joint stock association has been formed to develope tbe “largest island in the world,” and so eminently practical are the directors1,232 words
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Notices.
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86 1878-06-06 3 Notice is hereby given that Letters <>f Administration of the Estate of the late Alfred Ferdinand Keun, have been granted by the Supreme Court, Division of Singapore, to the undersigned. It is hereby notified that all claims against the Estate must be86 words
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Article62 1878-06-06 3 Per Mariveles, 5th June.—From Manila: Don Emilio Noqueras, Don Jose M&nzo y Ferreira, Don Manuel Delgado, wife and child, and Don B. Robert. Per Ophir, 5th June.—From Bengkalis 3 Chinese deck. From Deli: 10 Islander*, 3 women and 1 boy. Per Brisbane, 6th June. For Calcutta.— From Brisbane: Mr.62 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article143 1878-06-06 3 Wednesday, sth June. British steamer Atholl, 922 tons, Thomson commander, Rangoon 30th May, consignees Paterson Simons A Co. Dutch steamer Ophir, 332 tons, Cramer commander, Deli 2nd June, consignees Hamilton Gray A Co. British steamer Glenartney, 2,1*5 tons, Gull and commander, Hankow 26th May consignees Martin Dyce A Go.143 words
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Article38 1878-06-06 3 Wednesday, sth May. British steamer Glenfalloch, Taylor, for London. British steamer Flintshire, Thomas, for London. British steamer Marion, Smith, for Penang. British steamer Ban Yong Seng, Hide, for Bangkok. British steamer Paknam, Stratton, for Saigon.38 words
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Article866 1878-06-06 3 j i j x -'AT* I itii**s Nami> utains. iao A Rim >k ar- ahkkk From: Where Lying 'onsigneks or Agents. Destination. j- I RIVALB MEN-OF-WAI: Banda Quistel H. N. M. str. 860 Mar. 23 Acbeen T. P. Wharf H.N.M.’s Consul General. Acheen Fly McNiel H.866 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement72 1878-06-06 3 NOTICE. C. Emmerson. M. R. C. V. S. Established 17 Tears. During my absence my veterinary and shoeing business will be carried on by the experienced servants that have hitherto assisted me. A large stock of medicines, lotions, and liniments always on hand. I have been fortunate in procuring the72 words
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Advertisement794 1878-06-06 3 PROSPECTUS. for A Steam Washing Company,Singapore, (Limited.) Capital $15,000 in 600 shares OF $25 EACH. 1. For a long time past much inconvenience has been felt in Singapore from the want of sufficient Laundry accommodation to meet public requirements. 2. Table linen and wearing apparel, at present entrusted to dhobis794 words
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Advertisement364 1878-06-06 3 BROADWOOD PIANOS. A pew to be aold at low prices. SYME 00. Singapore, 13th May, 1878. (1 m.) SALE OF FREEHOLD BUILDING LOTS On Bukit Timah Road. The undersigned have received instructions to Bell bv Public Auction, on Wednesday, 12th June, commencing at 3 o’clock, on the Bpot. 10 FREEHOLD364 words
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Advertisement357 1878-06-06 3 FOR SALE. Heidsieck’s well-known white seal Champagne, of the celebrated growth 1874, in pints and quarts of dry and medium quality, at $lB per case of 2 dozen pints. .*l7 1 quartspThis wine enjoys the largest consum tion in China and Japan. BeHN MEYER <fe CO., Sole Importers, Singapore. Singapore,357 words
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Advertisement306 1878-06-06 3 I THE TANJONG PAGAR DOCK COM PANY LIMITED. Thje Fifth and Final Call of Twenty Dollare per Share on the New Shares of the Company together with the proportion of Premium due thereon (say $3. per shares is hereby made and will be payable at the C mpany’s Office, No.306 words
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Docks.
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707 1878-06-06 4 The works of the Company are situated at Tanjong 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, and707 words
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188 1878-06-06 4 oflHis Company executes ships’ repairs all descriptions in the most efficient manner under the superintendence of European 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. Graving Dock188 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement19 1878-06-06 4 FOR SALE. Cablsberg (Danish) Beer in Cases of 4 dozen, quarts. R*mk Brothers. Singapore 15th November, 1877. (u. c.)19 words
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Advertisement167 1878-06-06 4 NOTICE. The undersigned, Agents for the “Italia” Marine Insurance Company Limited, at Genoa, Have now been authorized to accept Marine risks upon Cargo by steamer and sailing vessel on the customary terms. The usual discount is allowed on all risks for coasting voyages and on risks to Europe and America.167 words
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Advertisement649 1878-06-06 4 iHisctnantous. J. MOTION. Chronometer, Watch and Clock Maker, and Optician. Flint Street. Has always on hand a well selected stock of Jewellery, Watches, Clocks, Nantical Instruments, Ac., comprising Bracelets, Ladies’ gold watche, Brooches, Gents’ ditto., Earrings, Silver watches, Lockets, American clocks, Ladies’ rings, Carriage clocks, Signet rings, Marble clocks, Wedding649 words
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Advertisement605 1878-06-06 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers op European, China, Japan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Clock Makers JEWELLER8 AND GOLDSMITH8 WINE, SPIRIT AND PROVISION MERCHANTS. Outfitting Department. Gentlemen's outfiits made up on tbe shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine Tweeds,605 words
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Advertisement733 1878-06-06 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG. Commercial Square, Beach Street 27. Hatton fort-1 8 Have always <wi handa wr>l’ i ■fl'ectod nr.A w«v« richly Hebben steeds poor radie een ryk aasortitous ment v "'"C'T: L*«r al- dans tons m«nt ran Eu•d stock of all ler Enropae- lee articles roneische733 words
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Advertisement676 1878-06-06 4 SAYLE CO. Taiw AAIL s r»'»' ■Tfr>b Appointment To H. E. The Governor. Sir William C. P. Robinson, k. c. m. g. To H. H. The Maharajah op Johorp G 0. M. G.. K. C. 8.1 Civil Naval and Military Outfitters. Hosiers, Hatters. Dressmakers. Milliners. Drapers AND GENERAL DRY GOODS676 words
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