Singapore Daily Times, 28 June 1878
1878-06-28
1
4
https://www.nlb.gov.sg
https://eresources.nlb.gov.sg/newspapers/browse/singdailytimes
Singapore Daily Times
-
Title Section12 1878-06-28 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XIX SINGAPORE. FRIDAY, 28th JUNE, 1878. No. 13,51312 words
-
Article, Illustration427 1878-06-28 1 Office —D’Almeida Street. Godowns—At New Harbour. The following are the dates on whielT the Company's Contract Mail Steamers may be expected to arrive here in 1879 OrTWiKP. Houewabc. Tuesday Bth Jan. Wednesday !Hh Jan. 22nd 23rd Mb Feb. i «*h Feb. UHb 2(Hb Mb427 words
-
Article147 1878-06-28 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achili.es. Antenor. Diomkd. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Priam. Anchises. Sarfedon. Orestes. Hector. Stentof. Mfnelaus. Teucer. The Coy’s St* amers are despat* bed from Liverpool outwards for Straits and Cbina, and from Shanghai btmewards for London every ten days, and have accon modati* n for147 words
-
303 1878-06-28 1 The following are the dates on which tbe steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may be expected to arrive here during the current year Outward. Homewaßu. 1878. 1878. Wednesday, January Thursday, 31 January 1.3 February 14 February 27 do 28 do 13 March 14 March 27 do303 words
-
88 1878-06-28 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, SSSSftfIS!? fawHBMISBI dates:— Monday, January 14th Saturday, July 13th 28th 27th February 11th August loth 25th 21th March 4th September 7th 18th Slat April let October sth 15th 19th 29th Monday, November88 words
-
186 1878-06-28 1 Mail service to Malacca, Lingy, Klaug, Salangore, Durian Sabatang (Perak), and Pinang. The Steamers of the above Company will leave Singapore and Penang fortnightly,—leaving Pinang immediately after arrival of the English mail, commencing about 3rd June, and returning from Singapore 48 hours after arrival. The186 words
-
Article43 1878-06-28 1 Messrs. Apcar A. Co.’s steamer ARRATCON 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 SARKIESA MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist June, 1878.43 words
-
Article42 1878-06-28 1 Messrs. Apcar A Co.’s steamer “JAPAN, 1,865 tons, Captain de Smidt, may 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, Ist June, 1878.42 words
-
807 1878-06-28 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 I 46 Padang807 words
-
Insurance.
-
220 1878-06-28 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. I Chairman —Alexander Ronaldson, Esq Vice Chairman —Jas. Nicol Fleming, Esq i Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, f.i.a. OFFICES: GLisoow, 'VSfewm-' t Street. Edinburgh, 17 George Street. London 2 Kino William I Street. Liverpool f Oriel Chambers, Water Street.220 words
-
108 1878-06-28 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester— Exchange Street. 1 L—J-P—— 3N I-1..-. g-l trmingham —l2, Bennett’s Hill. London— lo, Cornhill. GLASGOW— 4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd, Esq. (Messrs. T< 'dd At Coston,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland,108 words
-
Article73 1878-06-28 1 Capital 3 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 $lOO,OOO on each bottom, and on the Block73 words
-
96 1878-06-28 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
-
47 1878-06-28 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £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. (u. o.)47 words
-
Article55 1878-06-28 1 EBTABLIBHED 1710. Insurances effected upon almost everv d- scription of property at tbe current nates of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1877. £254,303 817. Claim, arranged by tbe Local a ™P a >d promptitude and liberality T T-^nwfirirr cognised. Singapore Agents. MARTIN, DYCE A CO. Singapore,55 words
-
Article42 1878-06-28 1 j 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. n c.)42 words
-
44 1878-06-28 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 c44 words
-
192 1878-06-28 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings, Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, 60Gracechurch Street, London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman 5™ d E, Irej Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq M. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The eccurfty192 words
-
64 1878-06-28 1 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
-
55 1878-06-28 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
-
87 1878-06-28 1 Financial Position (1875.) Subscibed Capital £3,*****0. Accumulated Funds 1,778.,000. Annual Revenue from Fire Premiums 313,000. Life 133.000. >i Interest upon Invested Funds *****. The undersigned have to announce that they are the duly appointed Agents for this Company in Singapore; with authority to87 words
-
Article29 1878-06-28 1 Capital £1.000,000. CHIEF OFFICES. London 79, Cornhill E. C. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (u. c.)29 words
-
52 1878-06-28 1 Established 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, Ist April.52 words
-
43 1878-06-28 1 ALLAINCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sirrlinq Extension of Limits. One P rst class risk S 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS A CO. Agents. Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (u. c.)43 words
-
96 1878-06-28 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 throughnon-payment of premiums. No extra charge96 words
-
49 1878-06-28 1 The undersigned, Agents for the above Oompany, are prepared to issue Polioiee 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 GO.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. (u-c.)49 words
-
45 1878-06-28 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 the current rates of premium. RAUTENBERG, SCHMIDT A CO. Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. u. c.45 words
-
69 1878-06-28 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 foi coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to Europe69 words
-
82 1878-06-28 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
-
56 1878-06-28 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 au addition of £l, per cent per annum to the sum assured. HARRISON k CO., Agents.56 words
-
Article100 1878-06-28 4 Steam Saw Mills Department. Capable of turning out 500,000 superficial feet of sawn timber per month. Vessels of the largest size can load alongside the mills wharf. Orders received for the supply of Railway sleepers, Beams and Piles. A large assortment of planks and scantling always100 words
-
286 1878-06-28 4 LONDON LANCASHIRE LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY. Capital—£loo,ooo. head office in INDIA--136 CANNING STREET, 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
-
103 1878-06-28 4 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund,, 564.202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Anil re. Esq. (Messrs. Melobers. A Co.) J. P Bsrnes (Messrs. HnllldsT.Wiae A Co.) A. T Msnirer, (Messrs.Donglsn.LnpmikACo.) H. Niraise. (Romeo Companv Ltd.) J. J. dot103 words
-
71 1878-06-28 4 Capital 10.000,000 Francs. Thi undersigned. Agents for the above Company, are prepared to take risks upon oargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. 334 °/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
-
136 1878-06-28 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richtrd J. Ashton, Esq. Alfred Goujrer, Esq. Thomas G. Barclay, I William Hawthorn, Robert C. L. Reran, George Hlbbert, Pereiral Bosanqnet, Samuel Hyde, James Brand, William Lvall, Charles Care, Charles Marryat, George H.136 words
-
Article72 1878-06-28 4 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.72 words
-
-
Page 1 Advertisements
-
Advertisement109 1878-06-28 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIYER VALLEY ROAD. Notice. On and after the 1st February, Ice wilj be sold retail, at the rate of 4 Cents perpoond. The Ice House is opened for the sale of Ice daily from 6 A. M. to 6 p. m. Tickets for 2, 3 or 5109 words
-
-
Article38 1878-06-28 2 The American barque Etluin Allen." will proceed to above port on or about 25th instant, and take any cargo offering which can now be engaged. mcalister a co., Agents. Singapore, 20th June, 1878. (to 28th inst.)38 words
-
52 1878-06-28 2 The B. I. S.N. Co.’s steamer" Baghdad will leave for above porta from the roads, on Saturday, the 29th instant, at 3 p. m. For freight or passage apply to HAMILTON Gray CO., Agents, B. I. S. N. Coy. Ld. Singapore, 24th52 words
-
STRAITS TIMES FRIDAY, 28TH JUNE, 1878.
-
Article224 1878-06-28 2 Singapore, 28th Junk, 1878. Gambier..... 4.35. Black Pepper 7.30. White Pepper, fair quality 13.75. Stgo Flour. Saraw.-k 3 60. Pearl Sago +l5. itoffee, Bontyne nominal. Tin 18-324. 4 e. Mu tw 924. 84 18. Bbirtin* 8 1-55. 7 do do I+9 do T. Clotb 107*. 7 do224 words
-
867 1878-06-28 2 Obituary. The Queen of Spain is dead. The Danubian Fortresses. London, 20/4 June. —The Government of Bulgaria has made arrangements for dismantling the Bulgarian Danubian Fortresses. Austria. The Austrian occupation of Bosnia aud Herzegovina is considered imminent. Major Gray has been appointed Honorary extra Aide-de-camp867 words
-
Article889 1878-06-28 2 The following two extracts from the Pi a any Gazette are of some interest as throwing some light on a dark subject, the state of affairs in Perak. In the first the Gazette makes some amends for some previous hostile criticism of Mr. Lon’s administration. The second appears to889 words
-
Article1015 1878-06-28 3 I It IS-requested of our contemporaries that, in repro- ducinir these translations, their original appearance in the Straits Times may be acknowledged Piracy —The Jawi Perarmkan, a Malay newspaper in Arabic characters, appearing at Singapore, states in its last number but one that, in the begining of last1,015 words
-
Correspondence.
-
Article780 1878-06-28 3 To the Eilifor of the Daily Timex. S ik, —With reference to my letter to you dated 13th instant, which appeared in your Daily issue of that date and in your Weekly and Overland issues of the 15th instant, I now withdraw as unfounded every statement in780 words
-
Article402 1878-06-28 3 To the Editor of the Duily Times. Sir, —I see that the Editor of the Friend of India is much exercised in his mind about our Government having refused the offer of the Germans to give us their silver at par rate, they taking payment in402 words
-
Article353 1878-06-28 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Dear Sir.— H. K. tho Governor of Hongkong expressed his opinion some 1. time ago aliout the wav hitherto followed of private contracts without control what- I ever for the fanning of Opium, and this discover) seemed to create impression353 words
-
-
-
Page 2 Advertisements
-
Advertisement643 1878-06-28 2 #tto aibtrtiStmtnts. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fond 1,000,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman.— F. D.SAMOON.Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A Co.) Deputy Chairman.— Wm. H. Forbes, Esq. of Messrs. Russell A Co.) E. R. Bililios, Esq. H. L. Dalrtmplk Esq. (of Messrs.643 words
-
Advertisement781 1878-06-28 2 PROPOSED PROGRAMME. For Autumn Meeting to be held about beginning of November, 1878. FIRST DAY. First Race. The Maharajah's Cup.—Value |l5O. Presented by H. H. the Maharajah of Johore for horses that have never won a race in Singapore Course. ‘’Roadsters” excepted. Entrance $5 to the Se:ond horse, with $2O781 words
-
Advertisement565 1878-06-28 2 TOWN HALL. MISS DAISY SILVESTER’S. BENEFIT. TO-NIGHT! TO-NIGHT!! Admission 50 Cents. RESERVED SEATS—ONE DOLLAR. Where are you going to my pretty maid P To see Miss Silvester, Sir, she said. Shall l come with you my pretty maid Oh yes, if you pay,—kind Sir, she said. Where is Miss Silvester,565 words
-
Advertisement407 1878-06-28 2 For the Chartered Mercantile Bank of India London and China. Alex. J. Gunn, Manager. For the Chartered Bank of India Australia and China. Thos. Neave, Acting Manager. For the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation. Herbert Cope, Agent. Singapore, 26th June, 1878. to 29th inst. NOTICE. I, T-ee Cheng Tee, residing407 words
-
-
Notices.
-
48 1878-06-28 3 Commencing with the Mail leaving about the 8th June and until further notice, the Steamers of this Company will proceed direct to Southampton via the Suez Canal. H. W. GEIGER, Agent Sin gapore, 30th April, 1878. (u.c.)48 words
-
-
SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
-
Article110 1878-06-28 3 Thursday, 27tb June. British steamer Pontianak, 99 tons, Milnes commander, Pontianak 25th June, consignees Lee Keng Yong A Bros. H. N. M’s steamer Prins Hendrick der Nederlauden, 2,000 tons, Schuarman commander, Batavia 24th June, consignees H. N. M’s. Consul General. 1 ntch schooner Hong Guan, 167 tons, Nacodah, Banjermasm110 words
-
Article32 1878-06-28 3 Thursday, 27th June. British steamer Ferntower, Mackie, for Hongkong. British steamer Hector, Butler, for Hongkong. British barque E. Sutton, McLean, for New York. American ship Game-Cock, Hardy, for Boston.32 words
-
Article1053 1878-06-28 3 I lxl “ATk I on' s Names ai’iains. i.AO A Rio.; ar- 'here From WhereLtino 1 onsionees or Agents. Destination. A j RIVALS j .MEN-OF-WAI. I Fly McNicl H. M.’s str. WO Apr. 29 Labuan |Roads Senior Naval Officer. Station Diamond Bosan.iuet H. M.’s str. 21551,053 words
-
-
Page 3 Advertisements
-
Advertisement24 1878-06-28 3 ULLMANN BROTHERS Have Foe Sale A tine assortment ot articles de Paris. Also—New Stock of Stationery. S ngapore, 18th June, 1878. to 18th July24 words
-
Advertisement269 1878-06-28 3 SALANGOR STATE BONDS. Notice is hereby given that the half yearly interest at the rate of six p r centum per annum, due on the Salangor State Bonds, on the 30th instant, will be paid at the Chartered Mercan'ile Bank, Singapore, on and after the 1st July next. (Sd.) B.269 words
-
Advertisement205 1878-06-28 3 TO BE LET. With entry from 1st July next. That desirable family residence known as Eskbank, lately occupied by Mr. Brennand. Apply to MOHAMED SULTAN, No. 90, Rochore Road. Singapore, 18th June, 1878. (to 1st July.) LEMONADE, SODA WATER, TONIC WATER AND SYRUP MANUFACTORY E. LEMERCIER,—Proprietor. No. 26, Malacca Street.205 words
-
Advertisement293 1878-06-28 3 FOR SALE. The following very valuable property, on the Kessang River, (Moar Territory, near Malacca.) Bukit Chelono Sunnyside Estate. The above property has a frontage on the River Kessang of eight miles extending inland to about 2 miles, and contains an area of about 10,000 acres it is covered with293 words
-
-
Docks.
-
706 1878-06-28 4 Thk works of the Company are situated at Tanjong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the following establishments, viz ffmif.—Affording berthage for twenty reesels at one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught, and protected706 words
-
195 1878-06-28 4 This Company executes ships’ repairs of 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 15 J feet Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2.195 words
-
-
Page 4 Advertisements
-
Advertisement635 1878-06-28 4 ifiisttllantoua. FOR SALTS. Carlsberg (Danish) Beer in Oases of 4 dozen, quarts. Rfme Brothers. Singapore 15th November, 1877. (n. c.) NOTICE. A stock of Sarawak coal to supply H M. S. and other steamers is now constantly kept at Pinding at the Company’s Wharves about 9 miles from the Moratahas635 words
-
Advertisement608 1878-06-28 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers of European, China, Japan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Clock Makers; Jewellers and Goldsmiths; 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 fine Tweeds.608 words
-
Advertisement679 1878-06-28 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Commercial Square, Beach Street 27. TTehben steed* Have always I Hal ten fort-! Bont on hand a well wnehrend ein 1 jour* blen ■elected and wohlaosorlir- as nor tie richly assort tes I.a«er al- dans tens ed stock of all ler Enropae- les679 words
-
Advertisement657 1878-06-28 4 Tailors SAYLE CO. Special Appointment To H. E. The Governor. Sir William C. P. Robinson, k. c. m. o. And To H. H. The Maharajah of Johorb G 0. M. G.. K. n. S. T. Civil Naval and Military Outfitters. Hosiers. Hatters. Dressmakers. Milliners. Drapers. AND GENERAL DRY GOODS MEN657 words
-