Singapore Daily Times, 10 August 1878
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Title Section12 1878-08-10 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XIX SINGAPORE, SATURDAY, 10th AUGUST, 1878. No. 13,54912 words
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Article, Illustration444 1878-08-10 1 Office—D’Almeida Street Godowns—At New Harbour. Tw fnfcumg sre the dates on whVb .4. ...vW Bay be expxtted 1 arrive here in 18/t Ornrxsp. Hohe«*ri>. Tuesday S»h Jan. Wednesday 9»h Jen. SZ»d 23rd Mb Feb »h Fel.. I<Hb 20tb Mb War «b M*t. >»b anth444 words
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Article158 1878-08-10 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achilles. Antenor. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestob. Glaucus. Tbiam. Anchises. RaBPEDON. OBEBTEB. Hector. Stentob. Meniiaub. Teucer. 1 he Coy’s Stc amers are despatched from 1 u-tpool outwards for Straits and China, 4rd from Shanghai h< mewards for Lon'i- n every ten days, and have accoi158 words
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316 1878-08-10 1 The followin'.' are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may be expected to arrive here during the current year Outward. Howewa*i>. 1878. W7B. Wednesday, 30 Januaiy Thursday, 31 January 13 February 14 February 27 do ~28 do 1.1 March 14 March 27316 words
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98 1878-08-10 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Moulmeiu, Rangoon and Calcutta during the current, year at the undernoted dates:— Monday, January 14« Saturday, July 13th 28th 27th February Uth Amrust loth 25th 34th March 4th Soplemlwr 7t I,98 words
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186 1878-08-10 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 Piuang 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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Article42 1878-08-10 1 Messrs. Apcab 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 MOSES, Agents. Singapore, lsc Aug., 1878.42 words
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Article42 1878-08-10 1 Messrs. Apoar A. Co.’s steamer JAPAN,” 1,865 tons, Captain de Smidt, mav be expected here on or about the 27th instant, cn route to above port. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist Aug., 1878.42 words
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809 1878-08-10 1 The Steamers of the above Company will nowply bet ween Singapore andßata via every fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours aftei the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passa .e Money, First Class. From Singapore to Ratavia 46809 words
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Insurance.
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Article71 1878-08-10 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 Ofcce. are arthoriBod to insure goods by A. I. a Yessels or Steamers to the extent of i $lOO,OOO on each bottom, and on the Block and71 words
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49 1878-08-10 1 Established 1836. Gapitai, £1,000.000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned has been appointed Agent at Singapore for the above C< mpanv. and is prepared to accept riskß by first Class Steamevs and Sailing vessels H. W. GEIGER, o- Agept. Singapore. Hth Feby. 1878. (u c.)49 words
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Article56 1878-08-10 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost ci.-vv d seription of property at the current atcs of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1877. £254,303.(817. Claims arranged bv the Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberalitv. Tbe jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents. MARTIN. DYCE X56 words
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Article42 1878-08-10 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for tbe above Company, and are prepared to take risks upon cargo on tbe customary terms. HAMILTON. GRAY A CO. Singapore. 15tb July, 1872. (p. e.)42 words
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52 1878-08-10 1 Tbe undersign, d, Aeents for the aljjovc Company, are pr--p ired to issue Policies covering Marine Ri ks on goods to all psrtof the world. Policies payable one month after due notice and proof of loss is given, HOOGLANDT A CO.) Singapore, sth April,52 words
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45 1878-08-10 1 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. o.45 words
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69 1878-08-10 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. 33i o/o discount allowed on all risks foi coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to Europe69 words
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83 1878-08-10 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal Charteri.) Subscribed Capital £2,000|006 Paid-up Capital 250j000 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 for83 words
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44 1878-08-10 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 1878-08-10 1 Capital ei.006.000. CHTEF OFFICE SS London 79, Cornhill E. O. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb.. 1876. (u. c.)30 words
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72 1878-08-10 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 j customary terms. 33$ o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all72 words
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200 1878-08-10 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool Queen Insurance Buildings. 60Gracechurcb Street, London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall. Esqre. Deputy Chairman S William Hind, Esqre. Patrick Hunter, Chairman i„ London, Peter McLa R an,E«q Deputy Chairman, John T. Faijan, E.qre, The aornrity offered200 words
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64 1878-08-10 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 RATEB. They are also prepared to take Fire risks of every description at the lowest current64 words
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86 1878-08-10 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 1878-08-10 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 4 CO. Singapore, Ist April,52 words
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43 1878-08-10 1 ALLAINCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. OOU 1/Oil. Capital £5,000.000 Sjerling Extension of Limits. One F rst class risk 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS CO. Agents. Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (u. c.)43 words
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100 1878-08-10 1 amiuu x mouiuill/11. Established 1840, and Empowered by Spe cial Act of P&rliament.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.100 words
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45 1878-08-10 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 CO., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878. (1 wk.)45 words
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104 1878-08-10 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. JoHNToDD.Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Coston,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN in GLASGOW. Alex. Ewing,104 words
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221 1878-08-10 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 Geoeoi Street. Edinburgh, 17 George Street. London f 2 King William l Street. Liverpool f Oriel Chambers, t221 words
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102 1878-08-10 4 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-up 400,000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. i A. Andre, Esq. (Messrs. Melehers, A Co.) J. P. Bsrnes (Messrs. Holliday,Wise A Co.) A. T. Manger, (Menars.Douglas,LapraikACo.) H. Nieaise, (Borneo CompaD.v Ltd.) J. J. doe102 words
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136 1878-08-10 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 G. Barclay, William Hawthorn, Robert C. L. Be van, George Hibbert, Percival Bosanquet, Samuel Hyde, James Brand, William Lyall, Charles Cave, Charles Marryat. George H.136 words
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Article72 1878-08-10 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
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56 1878-08-10 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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Advertisement102 1878-08-10 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEI ROAD. Notice. l after the 1st February, Ice wil| “old retail, at the rate of 4 Cents perI'ond. c J ce House is opened for the sale of Ke daily from 6 A. M. to 6 P. M. f 1C *t U or H>8. can102 words
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Advertisement83 1878-08-10 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 maee. CAMERON DUNLOP Sc CO. Agents. Singapore, 11th June, 1878. (n. c.) MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels83 words
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Article88 1878-08-10 2 The Company's steamer Sumatra," Captain Caboara, having left Galle yesterterday afternoon, may be expected here on or about the 31st instant, and will leave for Batavia at daylight on the 2nd August, taking any Cargo and passengers offering. The steamer will be despatched on her return voyage for88 words
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Article132 1878-08-10 2 In the Supreme Court op the Straits Settlements. Division op Singapore. Teo Gwan Tye, residing at No. 13 Market Street Singapore, was adjudged a Bankrupt on the 7th day of August 1878. The first Meeting <>f Creditors will be held at 'the Court House, on Saturday,132 words
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Article50 1878-08-10 2 The Peninsular and Oriental Company’s Steam Ship Khedive," will be despatched for Hongkong, about 19th instant, and will have room for passengers and cargo. Further particulars can be ascertained on application at the Company’s office. H. W. GEIGER, Agent. Singapore, 6th August, 1878. to 19th inst.50 words
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STRAITS TIMES SATURDAY, 10TH AUG., 1878.
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673 1878-08-10 2 (lumber 9 4.45. Black Pepper—.... 7.60. White Pepper, fair quality 13. Sago Hour. Sarawak 3 625. Pearl Sago 4.20. Coffee, Pontyne 20. Tin 18.25. 4°B. Mule twis 92 8i ll s Bbirtims 1.45. 7 do do 1.45. 6 do T. Clot!) i. 05.673 words
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Article315 1878-08-10 2 Conversion of a Christian to Buddhism.—A correspondent of the China Mail, under date 15th July, writes as follows The great event of the year, so far, in Siam, has been the conversion to Buddhism of a European Christian, and his formal installation into the Priesthood, which took place315 words
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REUTER’S TELEGRAMS. (For Straits Times.)
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Article56 1878-08-10 2 Vienna, Hth August.— ln consequence of the events which are taking place in Bosnia and Herzegovina there has beeu a further mobilisation of Austrian troops. The insurgents in Herzegovina have been attacked by the Austrians and after severe fighting routed with heavy loss in killed and56 words
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Article15 1878-08-10 2 Rome, B th August..— Cirdinal Nina lias been appointed Pontifical Secretary of State.15 words
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20 1878-08-10 2 Cyprus, 9 th August. —The ludian troops are expected to re-embark in five weeks.20 words
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Article52 1878-08-10 2 Penang, 10/4 August. The Spirit Fanner's Cup. Maskee First. Zephyr Second. The Roadsters Plate. Stranger First. Telegraph Second. The Governor's Cup. Ariel First. Soda Water Second. The Acheen Cup. Claymore First. Waverley Second. The Celestial Plate. Zephyr First. Maskee Second. The Perak Vase. Ariel First.52 words
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2088 1878-08-10 2 London, 25 th July. —A Select Committee of the House of Commons has been appointed to enquire into the transport arrangements and the employment of Indian troops abroad. Rome, 24 th July —The Italian Press deprecate the agitation respecting Trieste and the Tyrol. Fearing serious2,088 words
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Article827 1878-08-10 3 The following items are taken from our Penaug contemporaries Marriage of Mist Pretgrave and Mr. A. Clarke :—ln our issue of Tuesday last, 30th July, time and space prevented us i from Riving anything more than the usual i laconic notice of the marriage solemnized j on that827 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement717 1878-08-10 2 #Uto Slibfrtfartnmts. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund...... 1,000,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Ckmir*—n. —F. D. Sassoon,Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A Go.) Drwuty Clunrman.— Wm. H. Forbes, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell Co.) E. R. Belilios. Esq. H. L. Dale tuple Esq. (of717 words
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Advertisement646 1878-08-10 2 Ex. “GLAMORGAN.” MIRROBB AND CHEVAL GLABBEB.—We hare just unpacked several pairs of English plate Glass Mirrors in handsome Gilt frames; also, Cheval Glasses in Walnut and Mahogany frames and Toilet Glasses all Bizes. SAYLE A CO. Singapore, Bth Augt., 1878. E. LEMERCIER, No. 26, Malacca Street. Manufacturer of Lemonade, Soda,646 words
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Advertisement441 1878-08-10 2 OPERA HOUSE, Town Hall. SATURDAY, 10th AUGUST, IS7B. Last grand Farewell Performance of the greatly augmented ROYAL ENGLISH OPERA COMPANY. THE MANAGEMENT BEG TO ANNOUNCE TO THE PUBLIC That they have secured the services of THE MISSES DRAEGER. Mes 88. COLLINS, ARMANDI, AND SUTTONI. On this occ uion will be441 words
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Advertisement559 1878-08-10 2 BOTTOMRY. Wanted to borrow about $B,OOO on the bull and freight of the British barque HELEN WALLACE 588 tons register, on a voyage hence to Negapatam. The vessel has just been docked, newly coppered and thoroughly repaired. Apply to, JOHN JAMIESON, Master. Singapore, Ist August, 1878. u. c. WAITED Two559 words
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Notices.
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61 1878-08-10 3 The undersigned have been authorized to accept risks on goods insured with average by Steamer to Mediterranean and Adriatic Ports, at a considerably reduced rate; and a further reduction of premium 18 on shipments by the Steamers of the P. O. Company, Messageries Mantimes and Rubattino61 words
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Article32 1878-08-10 3 Per Galatea, 9th Augt.—-From Hamburg: Captain Lieutenant von Schuckmann, Lieutenant Guth, 30 mariners (on deck,) Dr. Ostermann, Mr. Yanns, Mr. Saloman, Mrs. Greenham and 2 children, Mrs. Biehl and 1 child.32 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article34 1878-08-10 3 Saturday, 10th August. British steamer Sea Gull, 997 tons, Smith commander, Hongkong Ist Augt, consignees W. R. Scott Co. M. M. steamer Iraouaddy, 2,558 tons, Gouvain commander, Marseilles 14th July, consignees Messageries Maritimes.34 words
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Article26 1878-08-10 3 Friday, 9th August. British steamer Stentor, Kirkpatrick, for London. British steamer Pearl, Munk, for Saigon. British steamer Benmorc, Augustin, for Malacca A Penang.26 words
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Article888 1878-08-10 3 :‘ATh I uses Nami> i'TA ins. l ao A Rio. 5 -far- 'here From: WhbreLying onsionees ok Agents. Destination I Z. ittVALS MEN-OF-WAi: Sambas ,de Paxela H.N.M.’sstr. 350 June 16 Acheen T. P. Wharf H.N. M.’s Consul General Cruise Thistle Hunt H. M’s. str. 466 July888 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement146 1878-08-10 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 Hee Chib146 words
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Advertisement329 1878-08-10 3 P. R. M. HOENIG. 57 Victoria Street. (3 houses below the Convent.) Late Chief Cook of His R. H. the Prince of Wales daring his stay in India. Respectfully begs to inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Singapore, that he has established himself as Cook and Confec. tioner, and that329 words
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Advertisement368 1878-08-10 3 GENTLEMEN’S OUTFITTING Ac. Sayle A Co. are now opening Ex. Olamorgan.” Saxony Angola Tweeds, a small parcel, this Season’s patterns. Black and Blue thin Worsted Coatings. Brown Linen Drills, fast colors. Drab Duck for Shooting Suits. White Cricketing flannel. Gentlemen's India Gauze Vests. Do. Scotch Lambs’ wool Vests and pants.368 words
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Advertisement272 1878-08-10 3 NOTICE. Imitations of the well-known Atf brand of Gin having 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 conspicuous272 words
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Docks.
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705 1878-08-10 4 Th* works of the Company are sitnated at Tsnjong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and compriae the following establishments, viz Wharf. —Affording berthage for twenty vessels at one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught, and705 words
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193 1878-08-10 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 fee Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving193 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement349 1878-08-10 4 REVALENTA ARABIC A. John Little A Co. have just received a supply of the above, prepared by Du Barry A Co London, highly recommended for Invalids and Infants. ALBO Patent Barley for Invalids. Patent Groats Savory and Moore’s Infants’ Food. Singapore, 3rd July, 1878. NOTICE. Katz Bro*., have just opened349 words
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Advertisement639 1878-08-10 4 iflisrc [laments. 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 tbe mills wharf. Orders received for the supply of Railway sleepers. Beams and Piles. A large assortment of planks and639 words
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Advertisement605 1878-08-10 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, I GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN I 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 the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of605 words
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Advertisement689 1878-08-10 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG. Commercial Square, Beach Street 27. TliHimi fort- Sont ton-j Hebben *♦«*<!« wnphrenrt ein fours bion roor rnditr een woblassortir- aosor ti sj ryk aaaorl't«s Lag«r al- dans tons ment van Eular Enropae- les articles ropeische artiischen ft an- d'Enrope. kelen teimn deren Arti-689 words
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Advertisement600 1878-08-10 4 FOR SALE. A Fast Steam Launch. Built of teak and copper fastens fiSatS* Be,m 9 ,ert M “"J’ *r BoilS. and” pne in good order, nearly new. For further particulars, anpiy to POWELL A CO. Singapore, 22nd March, 87^ uct,on,,<!r s. NOTICE. josl Shoes —Men’s Brown Canvas 8| toe with600 words
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