Singapore Daily Times, 24 August 1878

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    12 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XIX SINGAPORE. SATURDAY, 24th AUGUST, 1878. No. 13,561
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    PENINSULAR AND ORIENTAL STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY
    435 1 Office— D’Almeida Street. Godowns— At New Harbour. The following arr tbe dates on which the Company’s Contract Mail Steamers rosy he expected to srrive here in 1878: OerwAßD. Hobiwabo. Toßßdßj 8«h Jan. Wednesday 9th Jan. 22nd Mrd Vh Feb. »h Feb. l»th 20th Stb
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    OCEAN STEAMSHIP COMPANY.
    147 1 Agamemnon. Ultssks. Ajax. Patboclub. Achilles. Antenob. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestoe. Glaucus. Pbiam. Anchises. SABPEDON. OREBTEB. Hector. Stentob. Meneiaus. Teucer. Tbe Coy’s St* amers are despat< bed from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accon modaticn for first
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    THE MESSAGERIES MARITIMES COMPANY.
    321 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messsgeries Maritimes may be expected to arrive here during the current year r Ottwarh. Ho* f ward1878. 1878. Wednesday. 30 January Thursday, 31 January IS February 14 February 27 do 28 do 13 March 14
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    BRITISH INDIA STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY, LIMITED.
    97 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Moulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta during the current year at the undernoted dates:— Monday, January 14tb Saturday, July 13tb 28th 27th February llth August loth 25th 24th March 4th September 7th 18th
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    THE BURMAH STEAMSHIP COMPANY LIMITED.
    190 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. Tbe
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    FOR PENANG AND CALCUTTA.
    44 1 Messrs. Apcab 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.
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    FOR HONGKONG.
    42 1 Messrs. Apcab ft. 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 ft MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist Aug., 1878.
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    NETHERLANDS INDIA STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY, LIMITED.
    796 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 Fbiars, London. Passage Monet, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia 9 46 Padang
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  • Insurance.
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      THE CANTON INSURANCE OFFICE.
      73 1 Capital S 1,500.000. Paid-up 133.332. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. Jardine Matheson ft Co., Hongkong. The undersigned, Agents for the Office, are authorised to insure goods by A. I. Sailing Vessels or Steamers to the extent of 9100,000 on each bottom, and on the Block
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      THE MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY. OF LONDON
      46 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. Hth Feby. 1878. (u. c.)
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      SUN FIRE OFFICE, LONDON.
      57 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost everv d scription of property at the current Hates of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1877. £254,303.817. Claims arranged by tbe Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents. MARTIN. DYCE A
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      OCEAN MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY.
      42 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. HAMILTON. GRAY A CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (n. c.)
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      BATAVIA SEA AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY.
      49 1 The undersigned. Agents for the above Oompany, are prenared 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.)
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      BERLIN-KOLNISCHE FEUER-VERSICHERUNGS ACTIEN-GESELLSCHAFT, BERLIN.
      45 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.
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      JAVA SEA AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY
      69 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 for coasting voyages, and 15 0/0 on all risks to Europe
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      NORTH BRITISH AND MERCANTILE INSURANCE COMPANY.
      82 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal Charters) Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Paid-up 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 for
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      ROYAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF LIVERPOOL.
      44 1 Capital 2,000,000. Funds in reserve exclusive of Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang: BOUSTEAD ft CO. Fire department Limit £12,000, on a first class risk. Life department: Limit £2,000 on ne life. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. (u. 0.)
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      SCOTTISH FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY.
      29 1 Capital 61.090.000. CHIEF OFFICER London 79, Cornhili, E. O. Edinburgh, 3] George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb.. 1876. (n. c.)
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      HELVETIA, SEA AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY. ST. GALL.
      71 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. 331 0/0 discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks
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      THE QUEEN INSURANCE COMPANY CAPITAL TWO MILLIONS STERLING.
      193 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings. 60 Gracechurch Street, London. Chairman oTthe Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman > William Hind, Esqre. Patrick Hunter, Chairman i n London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The security offered
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      COLONIAL SEA AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY.
      64 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 current
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      NORTHERN ASSURANCE COMPANY OF LONDON AND ABERDEEN.
      87 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 grant
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      GUARDIAN FIRE AND LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY LONDON
      52 1 Established 1821 Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Total Invested Funds, upwards of 3,000,000 Annual Income upwards of 400,000 The nndersigned have been appointep Agents at Singapore and are prepared to issue policies against Fire on the usual terms. PATERSON, SIMONS ft 00. Singapore, Ist April,
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      ALLAINCE BRITISH & FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON.
      43 1 ALLAINCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sxerling Extension of Limits. One F rst class risk 9 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS A 00. Agents. Singapore. 17th Dec., 1875. (u. c.)
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      CHURCH OF ENGLAND LIFE AND FIRE ASSURANCE. TRUST AND ANNUITY INSTITUTION.
      97 1 Established 1840, and Empowered by Spe cial Act of Parliament.Oapital 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. No extra charge
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      NEW CASTLE GENERAL A. I. INSURANCE ASSOCIATION.
      46 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 ft CO., Agents Singapore, llth July, 1878. (1 wk.)
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      LANCASHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY. CAPITAL, TWO MILLIONS STERLING.
      106 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester —Exchange Street. Liverpool— 2B. Exchang Street East. Birmingham— l 2, Bennett’s Hill. London—lo. Cornhili. Glasgow— 4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd, Esq. (Messrs. Todd ft Ooston,) CHAIRMAN in LIVERPOOL. ChaB. Holland, Esq.
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      THE SCOTTISH IMPERIAL INSURANCE COMPANY.
      222 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 50 West Geors l Street. Edinburgh, 17 George Street. London f 2 King William Stbeet. LiVEBPOOL fOEIELOHAMBBBS, Water Street.
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      THE HONGKONG FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED
      102 4 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-up 400,000 Reserve Fund 564,202 Grnrral Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, Esq. (Messrs. Melcbers, k Co.) J. P. Rtmee (Messrs. Holliday.Wise k Co.) A. T. Manger, fMeasrs.Douglas,LapraikACo.) H. Nicaiae, (Borneo Company Ltd.) J. J. doe Remedios,
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      IMPERIAL FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY. Instituted 1803.
      136 4 Capital £1,600,000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard J. Ashton, Esq. Alfred Qonger, Esq. Thomas G. Barclay, William Hawthorn, Robert C. L. Beran, 1 George Hibbert, Pereira! Boaanqnet, Samuel Hyde, James Brand, William Lyall, Charles Cave, Charles Marryat, George H.
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      NOTICE.
      72 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.
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      COMPAGNIE LYONNAISE D’ASSURANCES MARITIMES.
      56 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.
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      COMPAGNIE LYONNAISE D’ASSURANCES MARITIMES.
      61 4 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. AO. Company, Messageries Maritimes and
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  • Page 1 Advertisements
    • Advertisement
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      108 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLET ROAD. None*. On and after the let February, Ice wilj sold retail, at the rate of 4 Cents perpound. The Ice House is opened for the sale of lc l dailj from 6 a. M. to 6 p. M. Tickets for 2, 3 or 5
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      83 1 ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSOCIATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWRITERS, DUNDEE. The undersigned request that Masters of Vessels insured in the abo w e associations immediately communicate with them in case ofloss or dimaire. CAMERON DUNLOP CO. Agents. Singapore, 11th June, 1878. (a. c.) MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels
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    THE BANKRUPTCY ORDINANCE, 1870.
    144 2 In the Supreme Court of the Straits Settlements. 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 the
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    FOR MANILA.
    50 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 K. H. HINNEKINDT, Agents. Singapore, 20th Angt., 1878. (to 26th inst)
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    FOR SAMARANG, SOURABAYA, BALLY AND MACASSAR.
    75 2 The N. I S. N. Co’s, steamer “Banda,” having left Samarang yesterday, is expected to arrive here on Monday the 26th inst. She will have quick despatch for the above ports, taking cargo and passengers also for Passaroean, Probolingo, Banjoewangie, Bally Ampanan, Bonthain, Timor
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  • STRAITS TIMES SATURDAY, 24TH AUG., 1878.
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      LATEST MARKET QUOTATIONS.
      1876 2 Singapore, 24th August, 1878. G&mbier I 4.75. Black Pepper 8.45. White Pepper, fair quality 13. Sago Flour, Sarawak 3 70. Pearl Sago 4.25. OoflV, Bontyne nominal. Tin 18.25. 4V Mule twig 92 l 84 Us Sliirtinns 155. 7 do do 1.45. 6 do T. Cloth 1.05. 7
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      PENANG NEWS.
      797 3 The following item* are taken from the P‘*«*9 Gazette of the 17th instant. Penang Assize* —The assize* were openThursday the 15th August, bv Mr. .lust M-e Wood according to notice. The i'alendar is a very long one. Up to date ,r cases of house breaking, receiving stolen good*,
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      PARIS LETTER.
      3185 3 Paris, 27th July. Lord Eldon always suggested to his ••mis to dine when they meant business Prince of Wales in inviting Gambetta •reakfast has done a sensible thing, full tact, as he has the good luck to do. Th*"i followed the limes interview of 'umbetta, and then the
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      Correspondence.
      73 3 The Pyramids and'the Sun. i To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sir:—“Apex,” has merely to watch the Northern or Southern shadow thrown by the sun on any given day, to satisfy I himself that, if the Northern sides of the Pyramids are illuminated when the sun is high
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  • Page 2 Advertisements
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      739 2 fitto 2fobrrttsrmtntfli. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid np Capital 5.000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fond 1,200,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman—F. D.Sabboon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A Co.) Deputy Chairman. —Wm. H. FORBES, Esq. (of Messrs. Rnssell Co.) E. R. Belilios, Esq. H. L. Dalrtmple Esq. (of Messrs. Birlej
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    • Advertisement
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      599 2 NOTICE. Tenders for the Hongkong Opium Farm for one, two, or three years, from 1st March, 1879, will be reeived by the Colonial Secretary. Hongkong, np to the 23rd September, 1878. Singapore, 22nd Augt. 1878. to 24th inet. OFFICE FURNITURE. The undersigned have received instructions, to sell by Public Auction,
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      742 2 NOTICE. Foe sale a few copies of the Straits Settlements Directory for 1878. Price S2 Cash. Apply to Straits Times” Office. Singapore, 27th June, 1878. MUSIC. Ex English Mail. The undersigned have just revived a few pieces of New Music. SAYLE A CO. Singapore, 14th Augt, 1878. NOTICK The undersigned
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      377 2 MIL ROY A SONS’. Superior Single and Doable Horse Harness, Silver plated on German Silver, with double Tugs, Chain Links, and fully ornamented, ex. S. S. Glaw.us. G. H. BROWN A CO. Singapore, 23rd Augt., 1878. CHEESE. John Little Co. have just received ex. S. S. Strathmore a supply of
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  • SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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      Arrivals.
      37 3 Friday, 23rd August. British steamer Parsec, 1,014 tons, Sargent commander, Penang 21st Augt., consignees Rautenberg Schmidt Co. Saturday, 24th August. Dutch steamer Banda, 415 tons, Van Neef commander, Muntok 2lst Augt., consignees Hamilton Gray St Co.
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      Vessels Cleared Out.
      28 3 Friday, 23rd August. British steamer Benmore, Augustin, for Malacca A Penang. British barque Douglas Castle, Skinner, for Penang. i Siamese steamer Bangkok, Radeflftker, for Bangkok.
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      SHIPPING IN THE HARBOUR.
      789 3 r. ATlt SHI’S NaMKS AHTAINB. lAO A RlO ■•K AR- I-V H KKE From! WhERBLyINQ ONBIONEES OR AGENTS.; DESTINATION, j KIVALS VTEN-OF- 'V A R j Sambas de Paxela H.N.M.’s str 350 June 1« Acheen Victoria Dock FLN. M.’s Consul General Cruise PI McNiel H. M’s.
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  • Page 3 Advertisements
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      310 3 fiot'cr*. TO BE LET. Entry Ist September. A large commodious Dwelling House situate in Hill Street, at present occupi. ed by Alex. Armstrong Esq. For particulars, apply to N. P. JOAQUIM. Singapore, 2nd August, 1878. to 31st inst TO HORSE OWNERS. The undersigned have received a few tons of Italy
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  • Docks.
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      THE TANJONG PAGAR DOCK COMPANY LIMITED.
      706 4 The works of the Company are situated at Tsniong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the following establishments, viz Wharf. —Affording berthage for twenty vessels at one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught, and
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      THE NEW HARBOUR DOCK COMPANY LIMITED.
      192 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—415 feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 15| feci Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving
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  • Page 4 Advertisements
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      276 4 CHAMPAGNE. Paui, Contant Co.’s (of Reims) Bouzy Sec. $10 per dozen quarts. CAMERON, DUNLOP CO., Agents. Singapore, 1st July, 1878. GENTLEMEN’S OUTFITTING Ac. Satire Co. are now opening Ex. Glamprgan.” Saxony Angola Tweeds, a small parcel, this Season’s patterns. Black and Blue thin Worsted Coatings. Brown Linen Drills, fast colors.
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      637 4 iHts«nammi8. NOTICE. THE ARSENAL. JOHORE. Steam Saw Mills Department. yapable 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 scantling
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      606 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers of Europea.it, China, Ja* pan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Clock Makers; JEWELLERS AND G0LD8MITHS WINE, SPIRIT AND PROVISION MERCHANTS. Outfitting Department. Gentlemen’s outfiits made up on tbe shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine
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      681 4 iRfSrrilantous, H*»eul. .iron hand a w#>|l and richly ax sort®d stock of all European and other iroods. Mode terms careful tendanoe. Halten fort- Sont tonwaehrend ein lours bien wohlassortlr-1 a s s o r ti s tea Lager al- dans tons ler Kuropae-lies articles ischen A an- d’Europe. Arti- Prl*
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      601 4 FOR SALE. Built •sanAta Has accommodation for 50 to 60 tto«aagers, is fitted with fresh water can carry two days’ coals. Boilers an'/", gine in good order, nearly new For further particulars, appiy to POWELL CO. Singapore, 22nd March, i87^ actl0neer!inotice! B row 0 *i ,a sin*, w>th InL, rubber
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