Singapore Daily Times, 3 August 1878
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Title Section12 1878-08-03 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XIX SINGAPORE, SATURDAY, 3kd AUGUST, 1878. No. 13,54312 words
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Article, Illustration431 1878-08-03 1 Cffick —D’Almeida Street. Godowns —At New Harbour. Thv folkmuv art- the Hutes on which nipany’s Contract Mail Steamers r he ejpectid to arrive here in 1878 OmiiD. Hohswabd. T>-.t»T «tk J»n WnlcefdsT 9th Jan. 22nd 23rd sth Feb Feh. 19th 2Wb sth Mar »b431 words
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Article153 1878-08-03 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achilles. AntenorDiomep. Deucalion. Nestoe. GLAUCUB. Feiam. Anchises. h-ABPEPON. OREBTEB. Hfctok. Stentob. MFKEIACB. Tfucer. n» Coy’s St- :iD-ers arc despate bed from i pool outwards for Straits and Chiua, f r ''in Shanghai h< mewards for Lonr every ten days, and have accoi c153 words
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308 1878-08-03 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Man times may be expected to arrive here during the current year:— Outward. Homeward. 187 s. 1878. Wednesday, 3n Jsnuß-y Thursday, 81 January 13 February 14 February I 27 do 28 <lO IS March308 words
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96 1878-08-03 1 The steamers of this Company will be dqipatebed fivm 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 Auirust 10th 25th 84th Marrh 4th September 7th 18th 2196 words
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187 1878-08-03 1 Mail service to Malacca, Lingy, Klang, Sal&ngore, 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. The187 words
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Article44 1878-08-03 1 Messrs. Apcar A Co.’s steamer ARRATOON” APCAR,” 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may be expected here on or about the 19th instant, en route to above ports. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, lsc Aug., 1878.44 words
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Article42 1878-08-03 1 Messrs. Apcar A. Co.’s steamer “JAPAN,” 1,865 tons, Captain de Smidt, may he 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 Aug., 1878.42 words
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785 1878-08-03 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore and Bat:< via every fortnight, leaving Singapore 21 hours aftei the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Money, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia I785 words
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Insurance.
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Article70 1878-08-03 1 Capital 1.500.000, Paid-up 133.332. Reserve Fund,, 90.000. General Agents. Messrs. J.yrdine Matheson A Co., Hongkong. The undersigned, Agents for the Office, »•<• authorised to insure goods by A. I. Sailing Vessels or Steamers to the extent of 3100,000 on each bottom, and on the Block and70 words
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46 1878-08-03 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 aeeept risks by first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER. Agent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (u.c.)46 words
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Article58 1878-08-03 1 Established 1716. I nsnranees effected upon almost cverv <1 seription of property at the current 'fates of Premium. 'f’otal Sum insured in 1877. £254.303.817. Claimß arranged by tbe Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents. MARTIN. DYCE58 words
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Article44 1878-08-03 1 Lo,\ n Office. 2 old Broad The undersigned have been appointed Age-is for the above Company, and are *'.< ared to take risks npon cargo on the t 'UIH. vt< ns. HAMILTON. GRAY A CO. Singapore, 15th .Titlf; 1872. fu. c.)44 words
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49 1878-08-03 1 The undersigned. Agents for the above Oompany. are prepared to issue Policies covering Marine Risks an 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.)49 words
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45 1878-08-03 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 .Tany., 1877. u. c.45 words
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69 1878-08-03 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. 334 o/o discount allowed on all risks foi coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to Europe69 words
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81 1878-08-03 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorpobated'by Royal Charters) 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 for the81 words
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44 1878-08-03 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 ne life. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. (u. o.)44 words
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Article30 1878-08-03 1 Capital C1.060.60n. CHIEF OFFICE' 3 London 79, Cornhill E. 0. Edinburgh. 31 Grorge Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A. CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (u. c.l30 words
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71 1878-08-03 1 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. 334 0/0 discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyagee, and 15 0/0 on all risks71 words
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198 1878-08-03 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings. 60 Gracechurch Street. London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman > William Hind, Esqre. Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The seenrity offered198 words
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67 1878-08-03 1 ivflm/D i/uairan j, 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 at67 words
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86 1878-08-03 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 grant86 words
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52 1878-08-03 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 00. Singapore, 1st April,52 words
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42 1878-08-03 1 ALLAINCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Slerling Extension of Limits. One F rat class risk 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS A CO. Agents. Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (u. 0.)42 words
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99 1878-08-03 1 Established 1840, and Empowered by Spe cial Act of Parliament. Capital One Million. Lifk 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 extra99 words
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46 1878-08-03 1 It is requested that the Masters of all vessels insured in the above Association, having sustained loss or damage, report themselves to the undersigned immediately on arrival here. CAMERON. DUNLOP A CO., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878. (1 wk.)46 words
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102 1878-08-03 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester—Exchange Street. Liverpool-^2B. 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 Coston,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLA800W. A102 words
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226 1878-08-03 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 Y EBT G,O M l Street. Edinburgh 17 George Street. London, f 2 King William I Street. Liverpool lEL226 words
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101 1878-08-03 4 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Mess re Jardine Matheson Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, Esq. (Messrs. Melchers. A Co.) J. P. Barnes (Messrs. Holliday,Wise A Co.) A. T. Manger, (Messrs.Douglas,LapraikACo.) H. Nicaise, (Borneo Company Ltd.) J. J. do# Remedios,101 words
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136 1878-08-03 4 Capital £1,600,000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard J. Ashton, Esq. Alfred Gonger, Esq. Thomas G. Barclay, William Hawthorn, Robert C. L. Bevan, 1 George Hibbert, Percival Bosanqnet, Samuel Hyde, James Brand, William Lyall, Charles Cave, Charles Marryat, George H.136 words
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Article72 1878-08-03 4 The undersigned, Agents for the Italia Marine Insurance Company Limited, at Genoa, Have now been authorized to accept Marine risks upon Cargo bj 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
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56 1878-08-03 4 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.56 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement107 1878-08-03 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notic*. n and after the 1st February, Ice wilj ’"id retail, at the rate of 4 Cents period. r I j e ce House is opened for the sale of Vf ,y f rom 6 a. M. to 6 p. M. lck t for107 words
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Advertisement82 1878-08-03 1 ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSOCIATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWRITERS, DUNDEE. The undersigned request that Masters of Vessels insured in the above associations immediately communicate with them in case ofloss or d imai?e. CAMERON DUNLOP CO. Agents. Singapore, 11th June, 1878. (u. c.V MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured82 words
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60 1878-08-03 2 Th* undersigned have been authorized to accept risks on goods insured with average by Steamer to Mediterranean and Adriatic Porta, at a considerably reduced rate; and a further reduction of premium w granted on shipments by the Steamers m O. Company, Messageries Mantimes and Rubattino Line.60 words
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STRAITS TIMES SATURDAY, 3RD AUG., 1878.
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Article735 1878-08-03 2 UV 1 li 1 1’ 1 kj. Singapork, 3rd August, 1878. Gambier 4.35. Black Pepper 7.50. White Pepper, fair quality 13.50. Sago Flour. Sarawak 3.57*. Pearl Sago 4.17*. Ooffcc, Bontyne nominal. Tin. 18.25. 4‘ I s. Mule twie 90 8* Its Shirtings 1.55. 7 do do 1.40.735 words
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45 1878-08-03 2 London, 2 nd August. —A revealed agreement asserts that another Secret Treaty was signed ou the 31st May—and the question being asked in the House of Commons last night, an evasive auswer was returned by the Chancellor of the Exchequer.45 words
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Article1706 1878-08-03 2 (From Indian Papers.) London, 20 th July. —Mr. Henry Thoby Prinsep has been appointed J udge of the High Court of Calcutta. The Marquis of Hartington has given notice of motion in the House of Commons rejoicing that the Congress has resulted in the maintenance of European peace1,706 words
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Article1209 1878-08-03 3 The following items are taken from 7* Sarawak Gazette of the 29th July. Brooke to visit Europe :—At a “luting of the Supreme Council on the h n b r H. H the Rajah announced his n .lion of leaving for Europe in the beginning of September and1,209 words
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Article1202 1878-08-03 3 (From the London and China Express, July 5.) Parliament. —The Government Hill for the Improvement of Middle-Class Education in Ireland has bean discussed in the House of Lords and read a second time. The measure for reorganising the system of registering voters has also passed j its second reading,1,202 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement642 1878-08-03 2 #fto SUJbrrtigfmrnt*. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000,000 Dollar*. Reserve Fund 1,000,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman. —F. D. Sassoon, Esq (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons Co.) Deputy Chairman. —Wm. H. Forbes, Esq. of Messrs. Russell A Co.) E. R. Belilios, Esq. H. L. Dalrymple Esq. (of642 words
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Advertisement679 1878-08-03 2 E. LEMERCIER. No. 26, Malacca Str*bt. Manufaotnrer of Lemonade, Soda, Tonic and Syrup. Lemonade, Tonic and Soda per dozen 90.45 Syrun. Lemon. Gum end Rose per doz»n Claret, St. Emilion, red seal per doz»n 1-80 Claret. St. Julien superior, green seal and label per dozen... 3. Champae-ne. Golden Cart in679 words
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Advertisement576 1878-08-03 2 car HEBE IT IS THEATRE ROYAL, Town Hall. DAVE CARSON’S Variety and Comedy Company. FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY SATURDAY, AUGUST 3rd 1878. ADMISSION ONE DOLLAR. A Limited Number of Orchestra Stalls (Reserved) at $2. A plan of which can be seen at the Town Hall, where seats may be secured576 words
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Advertisement429 1878-08-03 2 NOTICE. John Little A Co. have received a few copies of the Second Volume of the Daily News War Correspondence,” continued from the Fall of Kars to the conclusion of Peace, with a connecting narrative forming a History of the War between Russia and Turkey. Singapore, 3rd August, 1873. TO429 words
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Notices.
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Article83 1878-08-03 3 The Company’s steamer Sumatra Captain Caboara, having left Galle yesterterday afternoon, may be expected here on or abont the 31st instant, and will leave for Batavia at daylight on the 2nd August, ar 8°. an d p&ssengers offering. The steamer will be despatched on her return voyage for83 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article104 1878-08-03 3 Friday, 2nd August. British steamer Pontianak, 99 tons, Milnes commander, Pun- I tiamk 31st July, consignees Lee Keng Yung Bros. British barque Crest of the Wave, 758 tons, Press commander, Cardiff 25th March, consignees Gilfillan Wood Si CO. i Sarawak steamer Royalist, 151 tons, Reynolds commander, j Lighthouse Ist104 words
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Article67 1878-08-03 3 P. A. O. steamer Kashgar, 2,621 tons, Baker commander, Bombay 22nd July consignees P. A O. Company. Dutch schnr Kolmar, 110 tons, Nacodah, Pontianak 2Jth July. arrivals— Continued.) Friday, 2nd August. British steamer Japan, Guan Hin, for Malacca and Penang. British steamer Normanby, Ellir, for Hongkong Dutch67 words
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Article963 1878-08-03 3 Date Nil's Names stains. .ag A Rig. .far v H krk From Where Lying onsignkes or Agents.) Destination RIVALB MEN-OF-WAI: Ruby Molyneux H. M.’s str. 2162 May 29 Aden Roads Senior Naval Officer. Station Sambas de Paxela H.N.M.’sstr. 350|June 16 Acheen T. P. Wharf H.N. M.’s963 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement70 1878-08-03 3 NOTICE Is hereby given that the Opium and Spirit Farms, in French Cochinchina, for a period of three years, from Ist January 1879 to 31st Decern' er 1881, will be sold by Auction at Saigon, on the -4th August next. Tenders will be received up to that date. For further70 words
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Advertisement364 1878-08-03 3 NOTICE Is hereby given that the Co-partnership carried on for some time past at No. 10, Raffles Place, by Hee Chib Ann and George Andreas, under the name or firm of Chib Ann A Co., was dissolved on the 30th June, ultimo. The business will be continued by Hek Chib364 words
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Advertisement182 1878-08-03 3 NOTICE. Imitations of the well-known Atf brand of Gin harm? become more frequent of late, evidently with the view of curtailing, if possible, the sale of the genuine brand! a slight alteration has been made in the marking of the cases. The name of the makers is now more conspicuous182 words
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Docks.
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710 1878-08-03 4 Twit works of the Company are situated at Tsnjong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Pin pa pore, and comprise the following establishments, vix Wharf.—-Affording berthage for twenty ▼essels »t one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught,710 words
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194 1878-08-03 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 154 feei Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving194 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement342 1878-08-03 4 REVALENTA ARABIC A. John Little Co. have just received a supply of the above, prepared by Do Barry Co London, highly recommended for Invalids and Infants. Also Patent Barley for Invalids. Patent Groats Savory and Moore’s Infants’ Food. Singapore, 3rd July, 1878. NOTICE. Katz Bro«., have just opened out:— Vis-avis342 words
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Advertisement640 1878-08-03 4 ififsttdantous. NOTICE. THE ARSENAL, JOHORE. Steam Saw Mills Department. Capable of turning out 500,000 superficial feet of sawn timber per month. Vessels of tbe 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 scantling640 words
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Advertisement602 1878-08-03 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers op 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 tbe shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A largo stock of fine Tweeds,602 words
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Advertisement672 1878-08-03 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG. Commercial .Square, Beach Street 27. on hand a wi'' selected and richly assorted stock of all European and other (foods. M o derate terms and careful attendance. Hilton fortwaehrend ein wohlassortirtes T.acer slier Europaeischen k anderen Artikel. Rillitre Preise k reelle Bedienune zu(resichert.672 words
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Advertisement626 1878-08-03 4 FOR SALE. A Fast Steam Launch. Ruii.t of teak and copper fastened. Length 45 feet, Beam 9 feet, draft when loaded 3 feet. Hns accommodation for SO to 60 passcn. gers, is fitted with fresh water tanks, and can carry two days’ coa's. Boilers and engine in eood order, nearly626 words
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