Singapore Daily Times, 29 August 1878
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Title Section12 1878-08-29 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XIX. SINGAPORE, THURSDAY, 29th AUGUST, 1878. No. 13,56512 words
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Article, Illustration436 1878-08-29 1 Office— D’Almeida Street. Godowns—At New Harbour. Thf following arc tbe dates on which the Company’s Contract Mail Steamers iray he expected to arrive here in 1878: OtmiD. Hoaswißß. Tu«day «th Jan. Wednesday 9th Jan. *2nd 2Srd sth Feb »h Feb. 19th 20th Mh Mar436 words
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Article146 1878-08-29 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclus. ACHILLEB. ANTKNOR. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestob. Glaucus. Priam. Ancbises. Sabpedok. Orestes. Hector. Stentor. Mfnelaus. Teucer. The Coy’s St* amers are despatched fronl l.iverpool outwards for Straits and China, rad from Shanghai bemewards for London every ten days, and have accon modatif n for first146 words
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307 1878-08-29 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may be expected to arrive here daring the current year:— Ovtwjkd. Homeward. 1878. 1878. Wednesday, 30 January Thursday, SI January IS February 14 February 27 do ..28 do IS March U March Monday,307 words
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96 1878-08-29 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Monlmein, Rangoon and Calcutta during the current year at tbe undernoted dates:— Monday, January 14th Saturday, July 13th 28th 27th February 11th August 10th 25th, -’4th March 4th September 7th 18th96 words
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184 1878-08-29 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 PiDang immediately after arrival of the English mail, commencing about 3rd Jane, and returning from Singapore 48 hours after arrival. The184 words
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Article45 1878-08-29 1 Messrs. Apcar A Co.’s steamer “AR‘ RATOON” 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, 1st Aug., 1878.45 words
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Article42 1878-08-29 1 Messrs. Apcar A. Co.’s steamer “JAPAN,” 1,865 tons, Captain de Smidt, may be expected here on or about the 27tn 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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782 1878-08-29 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore and Bata via 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 46782 words
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Insurance.
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Article72 1878-08-29 1 Capital 1,500.000. Paid-up 133.332. J Reserve Fund 90,000. P General Agents. Messrs. Jardine Matheson A Co., Hongkong. lif irndmimj. Amnto tnrUi. Office, authorised to insure goods by A. I. a ling Vessels or Steamers to the extent of $100,000 on each bottom, and on tbe Block72 words
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45 1878-08-29 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned has been appointed Agent at Singapore for tbe above Company, and is prepared to accept risks by first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER, Agent. Singapore, 14th (u. c.)45 words
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Article58 1878-08-29 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every u seription of property at the current Bates of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1877. £254,303.817. Claims arranged by the Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents. MARTIN. DYCE A58 words
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Article42 1878-08-29 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 oostomary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY A CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (n. c.)42 words
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49 1878-08-29 1 The uudersigm-d, Agents for the 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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44 1878-08-29 1 (Berlin-Cologne Fire Insurance Company, Limited, Berlin.) The undersigned, having been appoint ed General Agents 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.44 words
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69 1878-08-29 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 o/o discount allowed on all risks foi coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to Europe69 words
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82 1878-08-29 1 Londoj! and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal Ohartkrl.) 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 for82 words
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44 1878-08-29 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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Article30 1878-08-29 1 Capital Cl.oon.non. I CHTEF OFFICES. London 79; Oornhill E. C. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. fu. cA30 words
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71 1878-08-29 1 Capital 10,000.000 Francs. The undersigned, Agents for the above Oompany, 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 voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
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Article256 1878-08-29 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, fiOGracechurch Street, London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman > William Hind, Esqre. Patrick Hunter, Chairman i„ London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq Deputy Chairman, John T.256 words
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87 1878-08-29 1 Financial Position (1875.) Snbscibed 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 1878-08-29 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, 1st April,52 words
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42 1878-08-29 1 ALLAINCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sxerling 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 00. Agents. Singapore. 17th Dec., 1875. (u. o.)42 words
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97 1878-08-29 1 Established 1840, and Empowered by Bpe oial Act of Parliament. Capital One Million. Life Assurances of every description granted. Retiring Peovisions combined with Life Assurance. Emu Policies issued which can never altogether lapse through non-payment of premiums. No extra charge97 words
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46 1878-08-29 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. CAMfcRON, DUNLOP A 00., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878. (1 wk.)46 words
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102 1878-08-29 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester —Exchange Street. Liverpool— 28. Exchan* Street Eaet. Birmingham —12. Bennett’s Hill. London—10. Oornhill. Olasoow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—50, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. .ToHNToDD.Esq. (Messrs. Todd ACoston.) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Char. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN OLASOOW. Alex. Ewinq,102 words
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215 1878-08-29 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Steeling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson.Ebq Vice Chairman —Jas. Nicol Fleming, Ebq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, f.i.a. CHIEF OFFICES: Glasgow 50 Y EBT G Eol Edinburgh, 17 George Btreet. I—o. 2 T ItL Manchester, 47 Brown Street. The undersigned having been215 words
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102 1878-08-29 4 Capital 12,000,000 Paid-up 400,000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, Esq. (Messrs. Melcbers, Sc Co.) J. P. Denies (Messrs. Hollidsy.Wise Sc Co.) A. T. Manner, (Messrs.DouKlss.LapraikACo.) H. Nicaise, (Borneo Company Ltd.) J. J. dos Remedios,102 words
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139 1878-08-29 4 Capital £1,600,000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard J. Ashton, Esq. Alfred Goiujer, Esq. Thomas O. Barclay, William Hawthorn, Robert C. L. Bev&n, George Hibbert, Percival Bosanqnet, Samuel Hyde. James Brand, William Lyall, Charles Cave, Charles Marryat, George H. Chambers,139 words
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56 1878-08-29 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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62 1878-08-29 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. A O. Company, Messageries Maritimes62 words
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51 1878-08-29 4 Paid dp Capital 3,000,000. Marks 150,000.) The undersigned have been appointed agents for the Straits Settlements for the above Company and are prepared to accept Marine risks on goods on the usual terms. BEHN MEYER A CO. Agents. Singapore, 27th August, 1878. tu.51 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement110 1878-08-29 1 SING A POKE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notic*. On and after tbe 1st February, Ice wilj sold retail, at the rate of 4 Cents perpound. The Ice House is opened for the sale of Ic daUy from 6 a. m. to 6 P. M. Tickets for 2, 3 or110 words
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Advertisement81 1878-08-29 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 dimage. CAMERON DUNLOP CO. Agents. Singapore, 11th June, 1878. (u. c.) MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured in81 words
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75 1878-08-29 2 The N. I S. N. Co’s, steamer “Banda,” having left Samara ng 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 Amp&nan, Bonthain,75 words
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Article39 1878-08-29 2 The British Steamer Mikado, 3,034 tons register, Captain James Barclay,expected here on or about the 15th proximo, has room for first and third class passengers. Apply to, McAlister co., Agents. Singapore, 28th August, 1878. to 26th Sept.39 words
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STRAITS TIMES THURSDAY, 29TH AUG., 1878.
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Article263 1878-08-29 2 3ingapobe, 29th August, 1878. Gtinber 4.70. B'ack Pepp< r 8.40. White Peppo-, fair quality 13.50. Sago .Flour, Sarawak 3.72 J. Pearl Sago 4.22$. 'off™, Bontyne 19. Tin 18.20. Mole tws 92 8$ Its Sliirtin 8 157$.^ 7 do do 1.45 6 do T. Cloth 1.05. 7 do263 words
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Article1983 1878-08-29 2 (For Straits Times.) The Mail Contract. London 27 tk August. —The tender of the Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company for the conveyance of Her Majesty's Mails (to aud from the East) has been accepted for a period of eight years I The P. and O. steamer Hindostan,1,983 words
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Article1454 1878-08-29 3 It m rvtuestod of our con'emponnea that, in reyro-t-j tißf these translations, their original appearance in .hr Strerf* Tima maj be acknowledged.) The Governor of Acheen has telerr.tpbed the following intelligence under Lite the 10th August: —Tuesday 6th August. Bridge head at Loon kali opposite I.imbaru is in1,454 words
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Article1676 1878-08-29 3 SmxET, 7th August, 1878. i Siuce the date of my last four Japanese (Commissioners have arrived here direct from Japan. One is a member of the Japanese firm of Okura Co., Y’eddo, London, and Paris, and the others are a Commissioner from the Japanese Department aud Agriculture and1,676 words
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Correspondence.
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Article823 1878-08-29 3 To /he Editor of the Daily Time*. S i r —Ac cording to the wish of F. R.G.S I hastened to make a diagram, as alluded to in my former letter, and also to add to it various others, to illustrate the case in its823 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement716 1878-08-29 2 jWd aSbtrttotmtnts. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000.000 Dollar*. Reserve Pond 1,200,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman. F. D. SA880ON,Esq (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A Co.) Depwfy Chairman.— Wm. H. FORBES, Esq. of Messrs. Russell A Co.) E. R. Bflilios, Esq. H. L. Dalrtmple Esq. (of716 words
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Advertisement713 1878-08-29 2 notice. Sealed tenders will be received, addressed to the Senior Commissariat Officer S. S., until no-'n on Tuesday, the 3rd proximo, for the purchase of about 2,083 tons Woolongong Coals, now lying at Her Majesty’s Coal Depot, Pulo Brani.— Tenders should specify rate per ton. The Coals should he removed713 words
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Advertisement673 1878-08-29 2 FOR SALE. A copy of Marsden’s Malayan Grammar and Dictionary. Apply to S. care of Singapore Daily Times. Singapore, 28th August, 1878. u. c. PERFUMERY. John Little A Co. have inst received a new supply of the undermentioned (food 8 Scent.—Pi“RRe and Lnhin’s Opoponax, White Rone, Mosn Rose. Wood and673 words
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Advertisement64 1878-08-29 2 NOTICE. The undersigned intend opening a stall in the Old Market, Market Street, from tomorrow, for the sale of Prime Beef. Imported direct from Siam, and also On Sundays and/Tbursdays. VEAt. All at moderate rates. Gentlemen requiring bazaar supplies are requested to send chits with their servants any time after64 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article120 1878-08-29 3 Wednesday, 28th August. British steamer Glenea 'les, 1,820 tons, Mr Bain commander London 17th July, consignees Martin Dyce A Co. H. N. M’s. steamer Curacao, 1,978 tons, Van Heggedpies commandcr, Acheen 23rd Augt.. consignee H.N. M’s. Consul General. French war steamer Aveyron, 1,910 tons, Behic commander, Toulon 7th July,120 words
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Article48 1878-08-29 3 Wednesday, 28th August. British steamer Paknam, Stratton, for Bangkok, i British steamer Ulysses, Guard, for Hongkong. British steamer Venice, Rhode, for Hongkong. British steamer Teucer, Power, for London, j British steamer Banci, Craig, for Samarang A Cheriboon. British steamer Ban Yong Seng, Hide, for Bangkok.48 words
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Article954 1878-08-29 3 t ’ATk Shi Names i-tains. ao l Rio. 5 -r ab- 'here From Where Lyino onsionicks or Agents. Destination 1. rivals STEN-OF- V A I Sambas <le Paxela H.N.M.’sstr 350 June 1H Acheen Victoria Dock H.N. M.’s Consul General Cruise Fly McNiel 11. M’s. str. 400954 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement42 1878-08-29 3 ftOt'CfS. FOR SALE. A light self driving American Buggy by Lambert Bros in good conditioncomplete with new lamps Ac. Can be seen any day between 11 A 2, at Commissariat Office, Pearl’s Hill. Price $190. Singapore, 9th Augt., 1878. (to 9th Sept.)42 words
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Docks.
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710 1878-08-29 4 The works of the Company are situated at Tanjong 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 1 vessels of the heaviest draught, and710 words
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191 1878-08-29 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 Isi feet Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving191 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement258 1878-08-29 4 NOTICE. The undersigned, Agents faf 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.258 words
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Advertisement653 1878-08-29 4 iWttellatuou*. NOTICE. THE ARSENAL. JOHORE. Steam Saw Mills Department. Capable of turning oat 500.000 snperficial feet of sawn timber per month. Vessels of tbe largest size can load alongside the mills wharf. Orders received for the supply of Railway sleepers. Beams and PileR. A large assortment of planks and scantling653 words
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Advertisement601 1878-08-29 4 I I 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'a outfi.Ua made up on tbe ahorteit notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of601 words
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Advertisement692 1878-08-29 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG. Commercial Square, Beach Street 27. Hal ten fort-1 Spnt ton-1 Hebben steed* waehrend ein jours bien »oor radix een wobjaseortir- as o r ti a| ryk assortite* T«« al-1 dan* ton* I ment. ran Bnler Buropae- le* article* j ropeische artilacben k an-692 words
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Advertisement578 1878-08-29 4 iWsrfllatifmis. ROBINSON 00., Will open this day Two cases of their well known Boots end Shoes for Gentlemen. Singapore, 6th July, 1878, MEERSCHAUMS. Smokers’ CoMPANiONB.-4Brier Wood and other pipes, a new simply at ROBINSON A CO Singapore, 11th July, 1878. NOVELTIES IN DRESS. Robinson A 00. are now showing laree578 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article131 1878-08-29 5 Thursday. 29th August. British steamer Galley of Lome, 1.390 tons. McDonald commander. Amoy 20th Augt., consignees Paterson Simons A Co. Put h steamer Generaal Pel, 1.400 tons, Zuyderhoudt comcinder. Batavia 27th Augt., consignees Hamilton Gray A Co. American schooner H. 0. Sibley; 553 tons. Corant commander, Penang lrith August,131 words
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Article50 1878-08-29 5 Thursday, 29th August, British steamer Somerset, Green, for Hongkong. Dutch steamer B*ron.*Bentinck, Timmermann/for Batavia. British steamer Pontiauak, Milnes, for Billiton A Pontianak. Sarawak steamer Rajah Brooke, Pender, for Sarawak. British barque Kinclune, Caithness, for Bangkok. British barque Svmrniote, Harries, for Bangkok. Russian barque California, Blom, for Marseilles.50 words
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Article937 1878-08-29 5 ii ATX 1 Ship's Name* as v Ri«. z far v herb From. Where Lying onsignees or Agents .Destination RIVALS MEN-OF-WAJ Sambas Paxela H.X.M.’sstr. 350 June 10 Acheen Victoria Dock H.N. M.'s Consul General Cruise Fiy McNiel H. M’s. str 400 Malacca Roads Senior Naval Officer.937 words
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