Singapore Daily Times, 23 August 1878
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Title Section12 1878-08-23 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOT, XIX, SINGAPORE, FRIDAY, 23rd AUGUST, 1878 No. 13,56012 words
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Article, Illustration418 1878-08-23 1 Office —D’Almeida Street. CoPOWES —At New Harbour. Tin foll<’Wirp srr the dates on which i n pißj'B Contract Mai! Steamers h firectcd to arrive here in 1878. Ho»*wa*i>. T<fA &th Jan. Wednesday Jan. Teh 7. Feb- '*h Mar. M r H? 7. Arrii. Saturday418 words
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Article152 1878-08-23 1 Aoan EM NON. ULYSSES. Ajax. Patroclus. Aohiu.es. Antenor. Piomep. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Priam. Ancbises. Sabpeoon. Orestes. Hector. Stentob. Mfneiaub. Teccer. 7K«- Coy’s St- Hirers sre despatched from I '-ipool outwards for Straits and China, <1 from Shanghai homewards for Lon1 n every ten days, and have acco”152 words
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310 1878-08-23 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may be expected to arrive here during the current year Outward. Howew*w>. 1878. 1378. Wednesday, 3o Jannary Thursday, SI January 13 Febrnary 1* February 27 do ..W do 13 March 1* March 27310 words
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95 1878-08-23 1 THE steamers of this Company will be despatched fr. m Singapore for Malacca, Tv,-..,. \4.... 1 »ii_n U....«A..y IVt.niij* itfcgfc-TiSSgM!-; WiWfliiiMmiii dates: MouiUv, January 141 b Saturday, July 13th 28tb 27th February 11th August With 'AMU 24th March 4th Beptenil«r 7th 18th 2Ut April95 words
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186 1878-08-23 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 arrival of the English mail, commencing about 3rd June, and returning from Singapore 48 hours after arrival. The186 words
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Article44 1878-08-23 1 Messrs. Apcar Co.’s 6teamer“ARRATOON” APCAR,” 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may be expected here on or I about the 19th instant, en route to above 1 ports. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES MOSES, Agents. I Singapore, 1st Aug., 1878.44 words
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Article42 1878-08-23 1 Messrs. A poar Co.’s steamer “JAPAN,” 1,865 tons, Captain de Smidt, may 1 be expected here on or about the 27th instant, en route to above port. For freight or passage, apply to SARK1ES& MOSES, Agents. Singapore, 1st Aug., 1878.42 words
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813 1878-08-23 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 Money, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia 3 46 l813 words
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Insurance.
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Article74 1878-08-23 1 Capital 3 1,500.000. Paid-up 133.332. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. Jardine Matheson Co., Hongkong. The undersigned, Agents for the Office, are authorised to insure goods by A. I. j Sailing Vessels or Steamers to the extent j of 3100,000 on each bottom, and on the74 words
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49 1878-08-23 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340.000. The undersigned has been appointed j Agent at Singapore for the above Com- pnny. and is prepared to accept risks by i first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER. Aeent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (n.c.)49 words
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Article58 1878-08-23 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every d seription of property at the current Bates of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1877. £254.303.817. Claims arranged by the Local A cents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jnrisdiction of Local Tribnnals recognised. Singapore Agents. MARTIN. DYCE58 words
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Article42 1878-08-23 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for tbe above Company, and are prepared to take risks npon cargo on the enstomary terms. HAMILTON. GRAY A CO. Sin ganoy^,']sth July, 1872. (n. c.)42 words
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49 1878-08-23 1 Tbe nndersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to isaue Policies covering Marine Risks o« goods to all partof the world. Policies payable one month after dnr notice and proof of loss is given. HOOGLANDT A CO.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. (n.c.)49 words
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45 1878-08-23 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. n. c.45 words
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69 1878-08-23 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. 33f 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 1878-08-23 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal Chartkri.) Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Paid-ap Capital 250,000 Fire Reserve Fund... 31st Dec., 1877 £829,577 Fire Premium Reserve 302,671 Total Fire Reserves ~1,132.248 Income of the Fire Department, Net Premiums and Interest... 908,014 The undersigned, Agents for83 words
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43 1878-08-23 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£l2,ooo, on a first class risk. Life department: Limit £2,000 on ne life. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. (u. c.)43 words
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Article28 1878-08-23 1 Capital C1.000.00n. CHTEF OFFICE'?. London 79, Cornhill E. 0. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Sineapore. BOUSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (u.28 words
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71 1878-08-23 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 o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyagee, and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
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195 1878-08-23 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. j Patrick Hunter, in London, Peter McLagan.Esq Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The security offered by195 words
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63 1878-08-23 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 current63 words
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87 1878-08-23 1 Financial Position (1875.) SnbBcibed 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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52 1878-08-23 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
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44 1878-08-23 1 ALLAINCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sxerlinq Extension of Limits. One F rst class risk 3 80,000. i Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS A 00. Agents. Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (u. o.)44 words
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98 1878-08-23 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 through noa-peyment of premiums. No extra98 words
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46 1878-08-23 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 1878-08-23 1 OFFICES OF THE OOMPANY. 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. .Toh n Todd. Esq.(Messrs. Todd A Coston,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN TN GLASGOW. Alex.102 words
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220 1878-08-23 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: f5O West George GLiBaow Street. Edinburgh, 17 George Street. i f 2 King William t Oriel Chambers, Liverpool j Water Street. Manchester,220 words
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102 1878-08-23 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. (Me*»rs. Melrhars, A Co.) J. P. Rarnee (Meeere. Hollidev.Wise A Co.) A. T. Manner, rMesers.DouglM.LapraikACo.) H. Xicaiae, (Borneo Compear Ltd.) J. J. doe Remedioe,102 words
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135 1878-08-23 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard J. Ashton, Esq. Alfred Oonger, Esq. Thomas G. Barclay, William Hawthorn, Robert C. L. Bevan, George Hibbert, Perciral Bosanquet, Samuel Hyde, James Brand, William T.yall, Charles Care. Charles Marryat. George H. Chambers,135 words
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56 1878-08-23 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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61 1878-08-23 4 The 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 is granted on shipments by the Steamers of the P. <£ O. Company, Me&sageries Maritimes61 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement99 1878-08-23 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notice. i n the let February, Ice wil| z "f" the rate of 4 Cents perpound. r i„ T j rc H° nse i« opened for the sale of from 6 a.h.to6p. M. f. or or 5 lbs. can be procured, t, the office99 words
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Advertisement83 1878-08-23 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 image. CAMERON DUNLOP A CO. Agents. Singapore, 11th June, 1878. (u. c.) MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels83 words
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145 1878-08-23 2 Division of 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 appointed the145 words
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58 1878-08-23 2 The B. I. S. N. Co.’s steamer “Arabia," will be despatched for above ports on Saturday, the 24th instant, leaving t*ie roads at 3 p. m. For freight or passage, apply to HAMILTON GRAY A CO., Agents B. I. S. N. Co.58 words
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76 1878-08-23 2 The N. I S. N. Co’s, steamer “Banda,” having left Samarang yesterday, is expect- ed to arrive here on Monday the 26th inst. She will have quick despatch for the above ports, taking cargo and passengers also i for Passaroean, Probolingo, Banjoewangie, Bally Ampanan,76 words
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STRAITS TIMES FRIDAY, 23RD AUG., 1878.
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Article684 1878-08-23 2 Singapore, ‘23rd August, 1878. Gamb<er > 4.70. Black Pepper 7.80. White Pepper, fair quality 13. Sago Flour. Sarawak 3.70. Pearl Sago 4.25. Coffee, Bontyne nominal. Tin 18.25. 4's Mule twis 92 81 I 8 Shirtin.s 1.5-5. 7 do do 1.45. 6 do T. Cloth 1.05. 7 do684 words
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486 1878-08-23 2 The following is the report to be presented by the Directors to the Shareholders of the Tanjong Pagar Dock Company, Limited, at the half yearly general meeting called for Thursday next, the 29th instant: .Singapore, 21st August, 1878. GENTLEMEN,— Your Directors have now the486 words
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684 1878-08-23 2 THE SUPREME COURT. Civil Sittings. The first case tried at the present sittings of the Supreme Court was the long pending lusurauce case arising out of the loss of the S. S. Minister Fan Staat Rochnssen in January 1876 which occupied the Court nearly two days and resulted in a684 words
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128 1878-08-23 3 The Si'kkkkdu ok Batoum. l\,4*t4i*(i*ople, 21#/ August. —The Russi*! l ixx'Upation of Batoam is now definitely fixed to take place on the Jjth instant. The Secretary kor Home Department OX THE SITUATION. Loudon, iind August. —The Right H.m’We R- Assheton Cross, Secretary of j State128 words
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931 1878-08-23 3 London, 9th August In the House of Commons last night the under-Secretary of State for India, replying to a question, the Indian Government had recommended and Lord Cranbrook sanctioned a re adjustment of the boundary line of the Maharajah Holkar’s territory, by which he obtained931 words
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Article1073 1878-08-23 3 1 (Front the London and China Express July 26 Parliament.—Several questions relating to the Treaty of Berlin and the Oeeupation -of Cyprus have been replied to bv Ministers in both Houses. In the House of Lord a discussion has been raised upon the action of the Government of India1,073 words
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Correspondence.
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Article198 1878-08-23 3 To the Editor of the Dnili/ Times. Sir, —Having ascended the Great Py- i ramid at Ghizeh, I can certify that the j sides slope more than forty five degrees 1 consequently the rays of the sun when some degrees above the horizon would illuminate198 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement766 1878-08-23 2 Jit to SRibrrttarmtnts. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000.000 Dollar*. 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. Belilios, Esq. H. L. Dale766 words
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Advertisement529 1878-08-23 2 NOTICE. Tenders for the Hongkong Farm for one, two, or three years, from Ist March, 1879, will be re-eived by the Colonial Secretary. Hongkong, up to the 23rd September, 1878. Singapore, 22nd Augt. 1878. to 24th inst. FOR SALE. An Arab horse, quiet in saddle and is in capital condition.529 words
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Advertisement497 1878-08-23 2 THEATRE ROYAL, Town H*ll. DAVE CARSON’S, Opera and Comedy Company. FRIDAY. 23rd AUGUST, 1878. Positively Tbe List Night FOR THE FAREWELL BENEFIT, OF Mrs. CARSON, Who will appear as REINETTE, IN OFFENBACH’S COMIC OPERA LE VIOLONEUX, Assisted by The Celebrated French Operatic Artistes, M. BERGER-DEPLACE. AND M. HENRI PERRIER, Owing497 words
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Advertisement329 1878-08-23 2 ULLMAN BROTHERS Beo to notify the public that they receive by all Mail Steamers the very best quality of Musical boxes of all sizes. A very fine assortment of Ladies’ and Gentlemen’s Gold and Silver Watches Gold chains and lockets of the very latest fashion. Breech loading Rifles of the329 words
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Obituary21 1878-08-23 2 DEATH At Manche-ter, on the 20th July, 1878, Frances Emilia, the wife of Rudolph Zapp Esq., formerly of Singapore.21 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article77 1878-08-23 3 Thursday, 22nd August. British steamer Batara Bayou Sree, 132 tons, Le Cain commander, Trangano 20th Augt., consignee Tay Ho Swee. Friday, 23rd August. Dutch steamer Sunda, 221 tons, Neff commander, Palemhang 21st Augt., consignees Hamilton Gray A Co. M. M. steamer Sindh, 3,600 tons, Brunet commander, Marseilles 28th July,77 words
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Article18 1878-08-23 3 Thursday, 22nd August. British steamer Normanby. Ellis, for Australia. Dutch steamer Ophir, Bakker, for Acheen.18 words
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Article843 1878-08-23 3 I DATA I Ships Namka i-tains. ag Rig. z ->k ar- 'here From Where Lying onsionees or Agents. lUkstination RIVALS MEN-OF-'VAK 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 400 Malacca Roads Senior Naval843 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement248 1878-08-23 3 £ot>rr*. NOTICE. The undersigned he? to announce that they have established themselves in a Copartnership under the Style and Firm of Howabth, Erskine A Co., and will carry on the Business of Engineers, Ironfounders, Contractors Ac., in the Premises (River Valley Road.) formerly occupied by the late Firm of Howarth,248 words
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Advertisement357 1878-08-23 3 TO BE LET. Entry Ist September. A large commodious Dwelling House situate in Hill Street, at present occupi. ed Jty Alex. Armstrong Esq For particulars, apply to c N. P. JOAQUIM. Singapore, 2nd August, 1878. to 31st inst TO HORSE OWNERS. he und rsigned have received a few tons of357 words
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Advertisement388 1878-08-23 3 PATENT ASPHALTE ROOFING FELT. The undersigned have received a consignment of Roofing Felt which they can sell cheap. This material has been for many years extensively nsed in all climates for roofing every description of building. As this is a thoroughly weather-tight covering, i the attention of contractors is called388 words
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Advertisement332 1878-08-23 3 FOR SALE. THESt(*m Launch Kaie," the property of the Perak Government. For further particulars, apply to the Master Attendant, at whose boat-house the Launch can be seen. By Command, (Sd.) FRANK A. SWETTENHAM. Asst. Colonial Secretary for Native States. Colonial Secretary's Office, Singapore, 16th Augt., 1878. (to 26th Augt.) NOTICE.332 words
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Docks.
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707 1878-08-23 4 The works of the Company are situated at Tsnjong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the following establishments, viz Wharf. —Affording berthage for twenty ▼easels at one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught, and707 words
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194 1878-08-23 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 151 fee* Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving194 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement348 1878-08-23 4 NOTICE. 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.348 words
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Advertisement643 1878-08-23 4 iHferfllaiwoutf. NOTICE. THE ARSENAL. .TOHORE. Steam Saw Mills Department. Capable of turning out 500,000 superficial feet of sawu 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 scantling643 words
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Advertisement606 1878-08-23 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN I 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 outfiita made up on the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine606 words
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Advertisement683 1878-08-23 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG. Commercial Square, Beach Street 27. Havealwav« Hilton fort- Sent ton- Hehbsn steed* on hands wrl' nuehrend oin ■elected slid wohlansortirnehly assortil stock of all European and other iroods. terms and careful attendance. Men I roor radig rtialryk assortites T.aeer al-; dans tons ment683 words
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Advertisement629 1878-08-23 4 FOR SALE. A Fast Steam Launch. Ruilt of teak and copper fasten**! Length 45 feet, Beam 9 feeTdrafT wh' n loaded 3 feet. Has accommodation for 50 to 60 passen gers, is fitted with fresh water tanks and can carry two days’ coals. Boilers and onSfine in good order, nearly629 words
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