Singapore Daily Times, 13 August 1878
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Title Section12 1878-08-13 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XIX. SINGAPORE, TUESDAY, 13th AUGUST, 1878. No. 13,55112 words
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Article, Illustration441 1878-08-13 1 Omci—D'Almeida Street. Godowns —At New Harbour. The foll«>»ing ar»- tbe dates on which TFe Company's Contract Mail St earners rosy he exported to arrive here in 187?. OrTWABI*. Hohewakii. TiiewUy 8»h Jan. Wednesday 9th Jab. ISod 23rd Mh Teh. 6th Feb. 19»h 30th Mh441 words
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Article150 1878-08-13 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Pateoclus. Achilles. Antbnob. Piomkp. Deucalion. Nestob. GLAUCUB. Fbiam. Anchises. Sabpedon. Oeestes. Hector. Stentob. Mfnfiaus. Teccek. The Coy’s St* amers are de*pat< bed from 1 \erpuol outwards for Straits and China, 'td from Shanghai hi mewards for Lond- n every ten days, and have accoo150 words
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322 1878-08-13 1 The following are the dates on which tbe steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may be expected to arrive here during tbe current year OrTw**i>. Horewakd. 1878. 1878. Wednesday, 30 January Thursday, 31 January 1.3 February 14 February 27 do 28 do 1.3 March 14 March i322 words
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100 1878-08-13 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Moulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta during tbe current year at tbe undernoted dates r Monday, January 14th Saturday, July 13th 28th 27th February 11 th Auirunt loth 25th 24th March 4th September100 words
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187 1878-08-13 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.187 words
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Article44 1878-08-13 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, Ist Aug., 1878.44 words
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Article41 1878-08-13 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 MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist Aug., 1878.41 words
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812 1878-08-13 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore and Bat a via every fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours aftei the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Feiars, London. Passage Money, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia812 words
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Insurance.
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Article72 1878-08-13 1 Capital 1,500.000. Paid-up 133.332. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. Jardink Matheson A Co., HongkoDg. ’ho undersigned, Agents for the Office, authorised to ;nsqre L gqqda by A I ling Vessels or Stsfemers to tbe extent of 3100,000 on each bottom, and on the Block and72 words
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49 1878-08-13 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £346.000. The undersigned has been appointed Agent at Singapore for tbe above Com- pany, and is prepared to accept risks by first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER. 0 Agent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (n. c.)49 words
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Article55 1878-08-13 1 Fstabmshed 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every script,ion of property at tbe current »tes of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1877. £254,303.817. Claims arranged by tbe Local Agents! and paid with promptitude and liberality. Tbe jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recopnised. Singapore Agents. MARTIN. DYCE A CO.55 words
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Article42 1878-08-13 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 tbe onstomary terms. HAMILTON. GRAY A CO. Singapore. 15t.h Jnlv, 1872 (n. c.)42 words
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49 1878-08-13 1 Tbe undersigned, Agents for tbe above Oompany. are prepared to issue 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 CO.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. (u.c.)49 words
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45 1878-08-13 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
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69 1878-08-13 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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84 1878-08-13 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal Charteri.) 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 for84 words
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44 1878-08-13 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 1878-08-13 1 Capital C 1.000.000. CHIEF OFFICE 5 London 79, Cornhill E. O. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A CO. 22nd Feb., 1876. (n. c.l30 words
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72 1878-08-13 1 Capital 10.000.000 Francs. The undersigned, Agents for the above i Oompany, 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 all72 words
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196 1878-08-13 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool Queen Insurance Buildings. 60Graceihurch Street. London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman J William Hind, Esqre. j Patrick Hunter, Ohairinan in London, Peter McLagan.Esq Deputy Chairman, John T. Pagan, Esqre. The security offered hy196 words
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64 1878-08-13 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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89 1878-08-13 1 Financial Position (1875.) Subscibed Capital £3,*****0. Accumulated Funds 1,778.,000. Annual Revenue from Fire Premiums 313,000. Life 133.000. m Interest upon Invested Funds *****. The undersigned have to announce that they are the duly appointed Agents for this Company in Singapore; with authority to89 words
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52 1878-08-13 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, Ist April,52 words
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42 1878-08-13 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 00. Agents. Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (u. o.)42 words
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98 1878-08-13 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 eltogother lapse through non-payment of premiums. No extra98 words
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46 1878-08-13 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 1878-08-13 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester—Exchange Street. Liverpool—2B. Exchang Street East. Birmingham—l 2. Bennett’s Hill. London—lo. Oornhill. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd, Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Coston,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. OhaB. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW. Axex.102 words
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221 1878-08-13 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, (50 W,st Giougi l Street. Edinburgh, 17 George Street. Lokdos f 2 Kim William l Street. Liverpool f 1 Chambem, Water221 words
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102 1878-08-13 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, Esq. (Messrs. Melcbers, ft Co.) J. P. Barnes (Messrs. Holliday,Wise ft Co.) A. T. Manger, (Messrs.Douglas,T-epraikACo.) H. Nicaise, (Borneo Company Ltd.) J. J. do* Bemedioa,102 words
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135 1878-08-13 4 Capital £1,600,000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard J. Ashton, Esq. Alfred Gopher. Esq. G. Barclay, Robert C. L. Beran, Perdral Bosanquet, James Brand, Charles Cave, George H. Chambers, Henry Davidson, H. Wm. 'Eaton. Esq. M.P. H. B. T. Farouhar,135 words
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56 1878-08-13 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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Article72 1878-08-13 4 The undersigned, Agents for the Italia Marine Insurance Company Limited, at Genoa, Have now been anthorized 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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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement106 1878-08-13 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. None*. On and after the let February, Ice wil| retail, at the rate of 4 Cents perpound. i .l w Houee is opened for the sale of lc l- from 6 a. u. to 6 p. M. Tickets for 2, 3 or 5 lbs.106 words
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Advertisement83 1878-08-13 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 i maue. CAMERON DUNLOP CO. Agent*. Singapore, 11th June, 1878. (u. c.) MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels83 words
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Article86 1878-08-13 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 for86 words
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Article53 1878-08-13 2 The Peninsular and Oriental Company’s Steam Ship Khedive," will be despatched f °n P ODKkoD a *x>ut 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, bth August, 1878.53 words
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Article37 1878-08-13 2 The S. S. Moray," having left Hongkong today, cargo Ac. can now be engaged and stored at the wharf to await shipment. W. R. SCOTT A CO., as Agents. Singapore, 13th Augt., 1878.37 words
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STRAITS TIMES TUESDAY, 13TH AUG., 1878.
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Article268 1878-08-13 2 Singapore, 13th August, 1878. Gamb er I 4.45. B'ack Pepper 7.60. White Pepper, fair quality 13. 5 igo Moor. Saraw k 3 62J. Paarl Sago 4.20. Poityne. 20. Tji 18.25. 4'B. Mule tw 8 92 81 0 8 Shtrtin a 1 45. 7 do do 1.45 6268 words
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REUTER’S TELEGRAMS. (For Straits Times.)
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Article41 1878-08-13 2 Constantinople, 11 th Augt. —The Porte has agreed to make considerable concessions to Crete in the interest of peace in that island. The Porte refuses to grant the demands put forward by Greece. The Russsians have occupied Varua.41 words
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Article12 1878-08-13 2 Cyprus, 11 th August. —Much sickness is prevailing here.12 words
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40 1878-08-13 2 Batonnt, 11 tk August.— The Mahoramedan population in this province to the number of twenty thousand men have assembled in arras for the purpose of resisting the occupation of their country by Russia.40 words
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Article24 1878-08-13 2 London, 12 tk August.— H. M. the Queen and Empress has created Safvet Pasha, Knight Comma nder of the Star of India.24 words
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Article36 1878-08-13 2 London, 12 tk August. —Sir Stafford Northcote, Chancellor of the Exchequer, in reply to a question, said the Ironclad Squadron would quit the Sea of Marmora, when the Russian evacuation was completed.36 words
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Article25 1878-08-13 2 Calcutta, 1 itk August. —The Indian Government is despatching a mission to the Ameer of Cabul. A Russian mission has already arrived in Cabul.25 words
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1100 1878-08-13 2 London, 1 %th August. —Latest advices announce that a most sanguinary engagement took place at Zepce on the j 7th between some Austrian troops and I about 600 insurgents;—the Austrian j troops came off victorious. A battalion j ofTurkish troops of the Reserve1,100 words
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1095 1878-08-13 2 Kiioo Ann has been granted a Certificate of Naturalisation. Marine Notices are published respecting the Red Lights on the North Groin of the Harbour Works of Madras, and the sunken dangers in the Min River approaches. Her Majesty has been pleased to allow1,095 words
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3256 1878-08-13 3 H. K. Sir Arthur Gordon, Govern"r of the Fiji Islands, and H. M. High ramissioner for Polynesia, appears to jj aTc arrived in Melbourne on his way ">me in the beginning of July. His fareWe speech on leaving Fiji is abridged 483,256 words
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Correspondence.
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Article374 1878-08-13 3 UTAH. 2b the Editor of the Daily Times. Dear Sir, —In your correspondence of the 5th instant, there is an extract sent in by Mr. Pell taken from the Telegraphic Journal.” By the mail I received a communication from a friend in England who haa taken some374 words
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Article24 1878-08-13 3 Per Cheang Hock Kian, 13th August. For Singapore. —From Penang: 85 Chinese passengers. For China.— From Penang A Singapore: 152 Chinese p issengers.24 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement627 1878-08-13 2 #U>» asbtrttstmmts. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund 1,000,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman.— F. D. Sassoon,Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A Co.) Deputy Chairman. —Wm. H. Forbes, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell A Go.) E. R. Belilios, Esq. H. L. Dalbtmple Esq. (of627 words
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Advertisement734 1878-08-13 2 FOR SALE. Am Arab borse, quiet in saddle and is in capital condition. The property of a gentleman leaving the Settlement. POWELL A CO., Auctioneers. Singapore, 3rd Augt., 1878. u. c. FURNITURE SALE. The undersigned have received instructions from A. W. V. Cousins, Esqi., family leaving for Europe; to sell734 words
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Advertisement626 1878-08-13 2 THEATRE ROYAL, Town Hall. DAVE CARSON’S MINSTREL, Variety and Comedy Company. WEDNESDAY, 14th AUGUST, 1878. Mr. Carson has Much Pleasure in Announcing that the First Part of the entertainment will CONBIBT OF MINSTRELSY! FOR WHICH HIS COMPANY HAVE ACHIEVED A WORLD WIDE REPUTATION. Mrs. Carson will preside at the Pianoforte626 words
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Advertisement227 1878-08-13 2 TO BE LET. Entry 1st September. A large commodious Dwelling House situate in Hill Street, at present occupied by Alex. Armstrong Esq. For particulars, apply to N. P. JOAQUIM. Singapore, 2nd August, 1878. to 31st inst SALE OF ENGINEERING TOOLS AND STORES. The undersigned have received instruc* tions to sell227 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article65 1878-08-13 3 Monday, 12th August. British steamer Standard, 1,074 tons, Lyon commander, Foochow 3rd Augt. consignees Gilfillan Wood A Co. Tuesday, 13th August. British steamer Cheang Hock Kian, 954 tons, Webb commander, Penang 11th Augt., consignees Bun Hin A Co. British schooner Ban Soon Hoat, 97 tons, Nacodah, Pontianak j 7th65 words
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Article45 1878-08-13 3 Monday. 12th August. British Bteamer Sea Gull, Smith, for London. British steamer Hector, Butler, for London. British steamer Banca, Craig, for Samarang. British steamer Standard, Lyon, for London. Dutch steamer Gov. Genl. Meyer, Kettle, for Batavia. British steamer Malabar, Gould, for London.45 words
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Article832 1878-08-13 3 I Data i hip’s Namkn ptains ao t Rig ~f ae vhere From WhkrkLying < onsignees or Aornts.,Destination RIVALS .UEN-0F- WAV 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 July 22 Labuan832 words
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Docks.
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712 1878-08-13 4 Tw* work* of the Company are situated at Tanjong Pagar. within one mile of the town of Singapore, and compriee the following establishments, viz Wharf.—Affording berthage for twenty vessels at one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught, and protected712 words
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195 1878-08-13 4 This Company executes ships’ repairs of all descriptions in the most efficient manner under the superintendence of European Shipwrights and Engineers. No. 1 Grating Dock. Length—4ls feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 154 fee Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving195 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement343 1878-08-13 4 REVALENTA ARABICA. 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. Also Patent Barley for Invalids. Patent Groats Savory and Moore’s Infants’ Food. Singapore, 3rd July, 1878. NOTICE. Katz Bro«., have just opened out:—343 words
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Advertisement641 1878-08-13 4 AUsrrllaneous. NOTICE. THE ARSENAL. JOHORE. Steam Raw 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 scantling641 words
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Advertisement611 1878-08-13 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers op European, China, Japan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Clock Makers JEWEI.LERB AND GOLDSMITHS; WINE, SPIRIT AND PROVISION MERCHANTS. Outfitting Department. Gentlemen's outfiits made up on the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latent fashion. A large stock of fine Tweeds.611 words
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Advertisement680 1878-08-13 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG. Commercial Square, Beach Street 27. Sont ton-! Hebben stood* ionr* Men I voor radie ecn asso r 11 *jry k assort!dans ton* ment van Rule* artiolo* ropeische artid'Enrope. i kelon teeen Pri* mo- zeer billvka deres. Mai- pryzen. Alle son de con- order*680 words
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Advertisement628 1878-08-13 4 FOR SALE A Fast Steam Launch. Built of teak and copper fastened Length 45 feet, Beam !1 feet, draft .W„' loaded 3 feet. Ras accommodation for r >o to 60 passenpers, is fitted with fresh water tanks and can carry two days’ coals. Boilers and en. gme in good order,628 words
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