Singapore Daily Times, 21 August 1878
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Title Section12 1878-08-21 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOI, XTX SINGAPORE, WEDNESDAY, 21st AUGUST, 1878. No. 13,55812 words
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Article, Illustration424 1878-08-21 1 i'kfice—D’Almeida Street Gopowkr—At New Harbour. The bdWmg are the dates on which -ivjury's Contract Mail Steamers p 1-. r xpertfd to arrive herFYn 1 Orr»i«n. HoinoiP. 9th Jan. Wednesday 9th Jan. 22nd 23Wd Mb Feb. «b mb **»> Mb Mar *b r >9th r.lat424 words
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Article156 1878-08-21 1 Aa.AMEMNON. EITBBFP. Ajax. Patboclus. Ach 11.1.E8. AnTENORPiomep. Deucalion. N i stor. Glaucus. Irian. Ancbises. •''AFFFDON. OREBTEB. Hfctob. Stentor. Nfkfj.aus. Teucer. 1 1 oy's St. amers art' despat< hod from 1 ip-d outwards for Straits and China, from Shanghai homewards for Lon- very ten days, and have accoe156 words
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300 1878-08-21 1 The followin’.' are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritime* may he expected to arrive here during the current year:— OrTw»*i>. HomkwaSI*. 1878. 1»7X. Wednesday, So January Thursday, SI January IS February 1* February *7 do dr. is Mud. 27 do .i 28300 words
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104 1878-08-21 1 The steamers of this Company will he despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Moulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta during the current year it the undernoted dates: Monday, January B l r,la v Ju,jl *3tb February lltb j August lOtb 25th I 21th March 4th Hepteml-r104 words
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194 1878-08-21 1 Mail service to Mala, oa, Lingy, Klang, Salangore, Durian Sabatang (Perak), and Pinang. The Steamers of ths above Company will leave Singapore anc Penang fortnightly,—leaving Pinang ini nediately after ar rival of the English nail, commencing about 3rd June, and r. turning from Singaj.ore 48194 words
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Article44 1878-08-21 1 Messrs. Apcar Co.’s steamer AR* RATOON” APCAR 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavisb, may be expected here on or about the 19th instant, en route to above ports. For freight or pass age, apply to SARNIES MOSES, Agents. Singapore, 1st Aug., 1878.44 words
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Article40 1878-08-21 1 Messrs. Apcar A Co.’s steamer “JAPAN,” 1,865 tons, Captain de Sinidt, may be expected here on or about the 27th instant, en route to above port. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, 4 Agents. 1878.40 words
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800 1878-08-21 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore andßat avia every fortnight, leaving Singapore 2-1 hours aftei the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin FriXrs, Londqn. Passage Monet, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia Padang 94800 words
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Insurance.
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Article77 1878-08-21 1 Capital 1,500.000. Paid-up 133.332. Reserve Fund,, 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. Jardine Mathrbon Co., Hongkong. The undersigned, Agents for the Office, j are authorised to insure goods by A. I. i c; a-line Vessels or Steamers to the extent of $lOO.O-o-nn ewrh hrtGwn. *«d o» the 177 words
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47 1878-08-21 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. (a. c.)47 words
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Article58 1878-08-21 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every d -ription of property at the current "atrs of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1877. £254,303.817. Claims arranged bv the Local Agents, and paid with promptitnde and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents. MARTIN. DYCE A58 words
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Article42 1878-08-21 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 the customary terms. HAMIT/TON, GRAY A CO. Singapore. 15th July, 1872. (n. c.)42 words
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49 1878-08-21 1 r The undersigned. Agents for the above Company, are prepared to issue Policies covering Marine Risks on to all partnf *he 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 1878-08-21 1 (Berlin-Cologne Fire Insurance Company. Limited, Berlin.) The undersigned, having been appoint cd 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. e.45 words
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151 1878-08-21 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 0/0 discount allowed on all risks foi coasting voyages, and 15 0/0 on all risks to Europe151 words
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44 1878-08-21 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. c.)44 words
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Article29 1878-08-21 1 Capital Cl.onn.non. CHTEF OEFTCEB. London 79, Oornhill E. O. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb.. 1876. (n. e.)29 words
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71 1878-08-21 1 Capital 10.000,000 Francs. The undersigned. Agents for the above Company, f.re prepared to cake risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. 334 o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
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195 1878-08-21 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, fiOGracechurch Street, London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman > William Hind, Esqre. j Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The security offered195 words
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64 1878-08-21 1 Heap Office, Batavia. The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to issue Policies covering Murine 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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87 1878-08-21 1 Financial Position (1875.) Sut>Bcibed 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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51 1878-08-21 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,51 words
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42 1878-08-21 1 ALLAINCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sj-erlino 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. Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (a. o.)42 words
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93 1878-08-21 1 Established 1840, and Empowered by Spa 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 pre"’IrfctriUni* firm V.MMT-.. Reduction93 words
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47 1878-08-21 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 immedi* ately on arrival here. CAMERON, DUNLOP A 00., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878. (1 wk.)47 words
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Article101 1878-08-21 1 Capital, Two Millions Sterling. OFFTPES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester—Exchange Street. Liverpool—'2B. Exchang Street East. Birmingham—l 2, Bennett’s Hill. London—lo. Comhill. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. Joh n Todd, Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Coston,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW.101 words
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226 1878-08-21 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: f50 West George r soow Street. Edinburgh, 17 George Street. i 'tun'ku f 2 King William l 0,,,>0 i Street. i226 words
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104 1878-08-21 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. Melcbera, ft Co.) J. P. Barnes (Messrs. Holliday. Wise ft Co.) A. T. Manser, r Messrs.Douirlas.LapraikACo.) H. Niesise, (Borneo Company Lid.) J. J.104 words
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136 1878-08-21 4 Capital £1,600,000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard J. Ashton, Esq. Alfred Gontrer, Esq. Thomas G. Barclay, William Hawthorn, Robert C. L. Be van, George Hibbert, Pereira] Bosanquet, Samuel Hyde, James Brand, William Lyall, Charles Cave, Charles Marrj-at, Geonre H.136 words
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56 1878-08-21 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 1878-08-21 4 The under8ignkd, 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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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement102 1878-08-21 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notice. and after the let February, Ice wil| '"Id retail, at the rate of 4 Cents perpound. 11 Ice Rouge is opened for the sale of Gaily from g A M to g p M (i for 2, 3 or 5 lbs. can be102 words
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Advertisement83 1878-08-21 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 imatre. CAMERON DUNLOP CO. Agents. Singapore, 11th June, 1878. (u. c.) MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured83 words
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Article145 1878-08-21 2 In t 'b Supreme Court of the Straits Settlements. Division op Singapore. In the matter of Teo Gwan Tye. residing at No. 13 Market Street. Singapore, a bankrupt. James William Gunn Esquire, has been appointed trustee of the property of the bankrupt. The Court has appointed145 words
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59 1878-08-21 2 uauuuiia, Oil;. The B. I. S. N. Co.’s steamer “Arabia,” will be despatched for above ports on Saturday, the 24th instant, leaving roads at 3 p. m. For freight or passage, apply to HAMILTON GRAY CO., Agents B. I S. N. Co.59 words
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Article51 1878-08-21 2 The Spanish steamer Victoria,” Capt. Mendezona, due here on the 26th instant, has room for cargo for the above port which can now be engaged. She has excellent accommodation for passengers. For freight or passage, apply to Hi. A H. HINNEKINDT, Agents. Singapore, 20th Augt., 1878. (to 26th51 words
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STRAITS TIMES WEDNESDAY, 21ST AUG., 1878.
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Article1565 1878-08-21 2 Singapore, 21st August, 1878. Gambier J 4.55. Black Pepper 7.80. White Pepper, fair quality 13. Sago Flour. Sarawak 3 65. Petri Sago 4.30. 'bffv, Rontyne nominal. Tin 18.25. 4 s Mu'o twis 92 81 <s Shirting 155. 7 do do 145 6 dt> T. Clotli 1.05 71,565 words
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Article1406 1878-08-21 2 Thk following extract witli regard f" the several successful attempts made in the experiments of the Microphone, taken from the North China Herald "I the 27th July, may be of great interest to our residents here Such apparently incredible accounts of the powers of the Microphone h ive1,406 words
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Article1302 1878-08-21 3 is r®que*t*d of our contemporaries that, in reproauciuK these translations, their original appearance in the Straits Times may be acknowledged.) From the Governor of Acheen under date the 5th August, from head quarters at Lamb mi. the following further intelligence has been received :—‘Saturday 3rd August. Today a1,302 words
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Correspondence.
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Article182 1878-08-21 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. SrR :—I am much indebted to J. C. C. for the attention he has given to my question regarding the Sun's rays and the Pyramids, and if the prefatory remarks of my previous communication required any confirmation it182 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement702 1878-08-21 2 itrto asbtrtistmrnt* HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid tip Capital 5.000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund 1,200,000 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 Co.) E. R. Bflilios, Esq. H. L. Dalrymple Esq. (of702 words
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Advertisement501 1878-08-21 2 FOR SALE. An Arab borse, quiet io saddle and is in capital condition. The property of a gentleman leaving the Settlement. POWELL A CO., Auctioneers. Singapore, 3rd Augt., 1878. u. c. CE FURNITURE. The undersigned have received instructions, to pell by Public Auction, at the godowrs of Mess s. Harrison501 words
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Advertisement617 1878-08-21 2 THEATRE ROYAL, Town Hall. DAVE CARSON’S, Opera and Comedy Company. Positively For Two Nights Only. THURSDAY AND FRIDAY, AUGUST 22nd AND 23rd 1878. LEGITIMATE SUCCESS. OP I The Celebrated French Operatic Artistes, M. BERGER-DEPLACE. AND M. HENRI PERRIER, j Who will appear in Robillard’s Opera Bouflft LA REVANCHE DE FORTUNIA.617 words
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Advertisement459 1878-08-21 2 RUDOLF 8TEFANIT3 Beos to ioform the public and his patrons that he has removed his shoemaking establishment from Stanford Road to No. 9 Armenian Street, and that all orders addressed to him there will meet with prompt attention. He has also on hand a good stock of Calf, Patent and459 words
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Notices.
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61 1878-08-21 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 is granted on shipments by the Steamers of the P. O. Company, Me6sageries Maritimes and Rubattino61 words
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Article43 1878-08-21 3 Per Benmore, 19th Augt.—Prom Penang and Malacca Mr. T. von Bargen, Mrs. von Bargen, Mrs. J. Richards, Misses Ri. chards (2), Miss Davis, Miss Pennefather, Mr. J. Ball, Mr. Thompson, Mr. R. J. B. Perkinson, 28th Regt., Mr. Leicester and 190 steerage.43 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article64 1878-08-21 3 Tuesday, 20th August. Dutch steamer Egeron, 020 tons, Sendmann commander, Sourabay.ilHtb Augt., consignees Hooglandt Co. British steamer Arratoon Apcar, 1,392 tons, Mactavish commander. Hongkong 13th Augt., consignees Sarkie* Moses. British steamer Riga. 921 tons, Clarke commander, Penang 18th Augt., consignees Hamilton Gray A Co. arrivals— Continued.) Wednesday, 21st August.64 words
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Article26 1878-08-21 3 Tuesday. 20th August. P. A. O. steamer China, Alderton, for Hongkong. British steamer Commonwealth, Smith, for Hongkong. British steamer Kromahtah, Smith, for Bangkok.26 words
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Article862 1878-08-21 3 Date Shi's Names 1 attains, iag A Rio. of ar- 'here From Where Lying onsioneks or Agents. Destination I r »VALB MEN-OF- W A R Sambas de Paxela H.N.M.’sstr 350 June 16 Acheen Victoria Dock H.N. M.’s Consul General. Cruise Fly McNiel H. M’s. str. 400862 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement348 1878-08-21 3 CREAM CHEESE. •I“HN Little A Co, have received, ex French Mail steamer, a supply of the above of the finest quality prices 3 l and 50 cents each. Singapore, 14th August, 1878. PATENT ASPHALTE ROOFING FELT. The undersigned have received a consignment of Roofing Felt which they can sell cheap.348 words
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Advertisement374 1878-08-21 3 FOR SALE. STEAM ENGINE AND SAW MILL MACHINERY. Ex steamers “Gordon Castle," and Cyph■ irenes comprising 1, One 40 Horse Power Horizontal Steam Engine 21 i 32" with two Cornish Boilers, each 18 feet, by 5t diameter, with all valves and connections complete to drive the follow'ng. 2. Complete Saw374 words
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Advertisement375 1878-08-21 3 NOTICE Is hereby g ven that the partnership heretofore subsisting between us, the undersigned Charles Howarth. James Malcolm Lyon. and Samuel Erskine, as Engineers, Saw Mill proprietors, and I General Contractors at River Valley Road, 1 Singapore, under the style or firm of Howarth, Lyon, and Erskine, has this ninth375 words
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Advertisement259 1878-08-21 3 NOTICE. Imitations of the well-known a// brand of Gin having become more freqnent 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 conspicuous259 words
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Docks.
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704 1878-08-21 4 Trk works of the Company are situated at Tinjong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the following establishment*, vix:— Wharf.—Affording berthage for twenty vessel* at one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught, and protected704 words
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192 1878-08-21 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 fe«i Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Grating192 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement346 1878-08-21 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. AL80 Patent Barley for Invalids. Patent Groats Savory and Moore’s Infants’ Food. Singapore, 3rd July, 1878. NOTICE. Katz Bro*., have just opened346 words
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Advertisement640 1878-08-21 4 iWfettllanfou*. NOTICE. THE ARSENAL. JOHORE. Steam Saw Mills Department. Capable of turning ont 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 scantling640 words
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Advertisement603 1878-08-21 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 outfiite made up on the shortest, notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine Tweeds.603 words
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Advertisement687 1878-08-21 4 iHfSrtllanfous. KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Commercial Square, Beach Street 27. Halten fort-' Bont ton-1 Hebben uteed* waehrend ein I jours bten toot radii? eon wohlaasortir- a* *orti ryk assortite* Laeor al-! dans ton* ment. ran Enler Europae- le* article* j roneisohoartiteohen k an- d’Enrope. I Vclen leeen687 words
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Advertisement628 1878-08-21 4 #Hsrfllanfmi«. just received FOR SALE A Fast Steam Launch. Built of teak and copper fastens Bra 9 dn Hm accommodation for 50 to 60 m »M> fresh water tanks ran carry two Oars' coals. Boiler, and gine in good ordar. nearly new. For farther particulars, apply to POWELL A 00.628 words
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