Singapore Daily Times, 9 January 1879
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Title Section12 1879-01-09 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. .SINGAPORE. THURSDAY, 9th JANUARY. 1879. No. 13,67512 words
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Article, Illustration435 1879-01-09 1 Office— D’Almeida Street. Godowns— At New Harbour. The following are tbe dates on which i the Company’s Contract Mail Steamers may he eipected to arrive here in 1878 OCTWABD. HOMBWABD. Tuesday Sth Jan. WednawUy 9tb Jan. 28nd *3rd sth Feb «b Fab. mb *>tb435 words
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Article146 1879-01-09 1 <9 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patboclus. Achilles. Ahtenob. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestob. Glaucus. Pbiam. Anchises. Sabpedoh. Obestes. Hectoe. Stehtob. Mihelaus. Tbuceb. Tbe Coy’s Steamers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accorr modaticn for first and146 words
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266 1879-01-09 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Mantimes may be expected to arrive here during the current year OtTTWaW. 1878 1978. Wednesday, 3o January Thursday, 31 J““£7 1.3 February 14Febru»ry An 28 do A "i jijji u.t 1 Snnd.,, 5 May266 words
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102 1879-01-09 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 14th I Saturday, July 13th 28th 27th February llth August 10th 25th I 24th March 4th September102 words
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Article42 1879-01-09 1 Messrs. Apcar A. Co.’s steamer "JAPAN,” 1,865 tons, Captain Gardner, may be expected here on or about the 20th instant, en route to above ports. For freight or passage, apply to 8ARKIES A MOSES, AgentsSingapore, 1st Jan., 1879.42 words
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Article42 1879-01-09 1 Mesara. Apcab A Co.’a steamer “A RRATOON” APCAR,” 1.392 tone, Captain Mactavisb, may be expected here on or about the 24th instant, en route to above port. For freight Or passage, apply to SARKIESA MOSES, Agents. Singapore, let Jan, 1879.42 words
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792 1879-01-09 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore andßatayia every fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours aftei the arrival of the Englisn Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austih Friars, London. Passage Money, First Class. Prom Singapore to Padang 94 Cheribon 60792 words
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Insurance.
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Article73 1879-01-09 1 Capital 1,500.000. m Paid-up 133.332. Reserve Fund 90,000. OkwiRAL Ann—.—I jnrBBiB. JARDINE MATHESON A Co., Hongkong. The undersigned, Agents for the Office, are authorised to insure goods by A. I. Sailing Vessels or Steamers to the extent of 1100,000 on each bottom, and on the Block73 words
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47 1879-01-09 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The nndersiened 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. fn. c.)47 words
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Article57 1879-01-09 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost everv d script.ion of property at the current Pates of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1877. £254.303.817. Claims arranged by tbe Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. TV jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents, MARTIN, DYCE A57 words
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Article42 1879-01-09 1 Lowdon Office, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agent# for the above Oompany, and are -red to take risks apon„ cargo op the. ciWffimary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY A CO. Singapore, 15tb July, 1872. fn. c.)42 words
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49 1879-01-09 1 Tbe undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to issue Policies covering Marine Risks on goods to all partof the world. Policiea payable one month after due notice and proof of loss is given. HOOGLANDT A GO.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. (u.c.)49 words
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45 1879-01-09 1 (Berlin-Coloqne 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 1879-01-09 1 Head Office, Batavia. Thk undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to take risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. 33$ 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 1879-01-09 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal Charter!.) 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 1879-01-09 1 Capital 2,000,000. Funds in reserve exclusive of Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang: BOUSTEAD A 00. Fire dipartmint Limit £12,000, on a first class risk. Life department: Limit £2,000 on ne life. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. (a. o.)44 words
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Article27 1879-01-09 1 Capital ei.000.000. CHIEF OFFICE*. London 79, Cornhilt, E. C. SST ffrknrf. Agerftg for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A 00. _Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (n. c.)27 words
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74 1879-01-09 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 voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks74 words
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199 1879-01-09 1 OFFTCBB. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings. 60 Graceobnrch Street. London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman William Hind, Esqre. Patrick Hunter, Ch»inMn in London, Peter McLngnn.Beq Deputy Chairman, John T. Fa*an, Eeqre. The eeenrity offered by the199 words
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64 1879-01-09 1 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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87 1879-01-09 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 *****. Tbe 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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50 1879-01-09 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 termi. PATERSON, BIMONBACO. Singapore, Ist April, 1875. (p.o)50 words
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45 1879-01-09 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Siebling Extension o» Limits. One F rst class risk I 80,000. i Two adjoining do 120,000. j Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS A CO. Agents. Singapore, 17th Deo., 1875. (n. o.)45 words
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94 1879-01-09 1 Established 1840, and Empowered by Spe oial Act of Parliatiwnt.Onpital One Million. Ura-AMUBANGM ofssei j iosmipMongranted. Retiring Provisions combined with Life Assurance. Fbei Policirs issued which can never altogether lapse through non-payment of premiums. No extra charge for sea94 words
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46 1879-01-09 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 bere. CAMERON, DUNLOP A CO., Agents Singapore, llth July, 1878 (u. c.)46 words
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105 1879-01-09 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester— Exchange Street. Liverpool—2B. Exchang Street East. Birmingham— l 2. Bennett’s Hill. London—lo. OornhiU. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd. Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Ooston.) chairman in liyrrpool. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN105 words
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210 1879-01-09 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson, Esq Ft<* CkaimaiU-jAS. Nicol Fliming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, p.iju CHIEF OFFICES: Glasgow f 5O GIOMI l Stebbt. Edinburgh 17 Giorge Street. Lo do {‘SEftssr Manchester 47 Brown Striit. Tbe undersigned having been appointed210 words
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103 1879-01-09 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. Melohers, A Co.) J. P. Rsroes (Messrs. Hollldav. Wise A Co.) A. T. Msnwr, (Messrs.Douglas,LspraikACo.) R. Nioaise. (Borneo Company Ltd.) J. .T. doa103 words
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136 1879-01-09 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. DIRECTORS. Richard J. Ashton, E»q-1 Alfred Goneer. Esq. Thomas G. Barclay, William Hawthorn, Robert. C. L. Reran, I Oeorw Hihhert, Pereira) Boaanqnet, Samuel Hyde, James Brand, William Lrall, Charles Care, Charles Marryat. Georee H,136 words
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85 1879-01-09 4 'U H.XZJ.L-X nimiiuu 'i uui.v a. 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 customarv terms. Tbe usnal discount is allowed85 words
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56 1879-01-09 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 customarv 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 1879-01-09 4 The undersigned have been authorized to accept risks on goods insured with average bv Steamer to Mediterranean and Adriatic Ports, at a considerably reduced rate; and a further reduction of preminm is granted on shipments by tbe Steamers of the P. A O. Companv, Meseageries Maritimes62 words
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31 1879-01-09 4 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine risk# at current rates. PATERSON SIMONS A CO. Singapore, 18th Dec., 1878 (u. c.)31 words
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40 1879-01-09 4 wan xufl. The undersigned, agents for tbe above company, are now prepared to accept insurances on the blocks of steamers on favorable terms. Apply to PATERSON SIMONS A CO. Singapore, 18th Dec., 1878. (u. o.)40 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement115 1879-01-09 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEI ROAD. None*. On and after the lit January, Ice will be told retail, at the rate of 3 Cents per* pound. The Ice House is opened for the sale of loe daily from 6 a. n. to 6 p. M. Tickets for 2, 3 or115 words
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Advertisement129 1879-01-09 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, or THE LATEST BURVEY, and NAUTICAL BOv)KS, At Moderate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Price or Eacn. Nautical Almanac 11.25. Charts, de (Double Sheet) 1.80. y (Single Sheet) 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (n. c.) NOTICE. A stock of Sarawak129 words
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Advertisement81 1879-01-09 1 ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSOCIATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OF UNDERDUNDEE. The undersigned request that Masters of Vessels insured in the abore associations immediately communicate with them in case ofloss or dimage. CAMERON DUNLOP A CO. Agents. Singapore, 11th June, 1878. (u. o.) MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured in81 words
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63 1879-01-09 2 MEIN, RANGOON AND CALCUTTA. The British I. 8. N. Co’s, steamer Puttialla, will leave the Roads for above ports taking cargo and passengers for Bassein, Akyat, Bimlipatam, Coconada, Madras he. at 2 p. m. on Saturday the 11th Instant. For freight or passage,63 words
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Article1169 1879-01-09 2 THE PRTE RIVER DOCK COMPANT LIMITED." TO BE INCORPORATED UNDEK THE INDIAN ACT X. OF 1866. CAPITAL $200,000. In 2000 Sharks of $100 each. PROMOTERS. Hon’ble Walter Scott, of Messrs. Brown Co., Penang, David Brown, Esq Do. Do. Lawrence Combe Brown, Esq. Do. James Lamb, Esq. of Prye Sugar1,169 words
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143 1879-01-09 2 THE PRYE RIVER DOCK COMPANY LIMITED.” NOTICE. With reference to the above advertisement, notice is hereby given that all shares in the Company applied for prior to 12th instant have been allotted in full, and the Balance of $10 per share now due thereon will be received here by the143 words
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80 1879-01-09 2 THE PRYE RIVER DOCK COMPANY, LIMITED,” NOTICE. Thk Company are now fully prepared to undertake the docking, cleaning, painting and repairing of steamers and vessels and to execute repairs to machinery of every description. The following are the dimensions of the Graving Dock Length on the blocks 280 feet. Breadth80 words
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43 1879-01-09 2 PENINSULAR ORIENTAL STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY. The mail steamer Teheran,” leaving Hongkong today, may be expected to arrive on 9th instant, and will have room for Cargo for London and Continental ports. H. W. GEIGER Agent. Singapore 4th Jan., 1879. (to 9th iust.) 143 words
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Article69 1879-01-09 2 The Company’s Steamer India,” Cap. tain Rkizzolesi, having left Genoa on the Ist instant, may be expected here on or the 3rd proximo, and will be despatched from Singapore for Naples. Genoa and Marseilles, on or about the 20th February. This steamer has excellent accommodation for first and69 words
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Domestic Occurrence.
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Article35 1879-01-09 2 O the 7th instant, at tbe Church of St. Jose’ Singapore, by the Revd J. P. S. A. De Cunha, Mr. Amancio Fernandez, to Mies Peternella Josephine, eldest daughter of Mr. B. H. Especkerman.35 words
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STRAITS TIMES THURSDAY, 9TH JAN., 1879.
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Article181 1879-01-09 2 SiMOAPORt, 9th January, 1879. Gambier 4 22J. Black Pepper 7.30. White Pepper, fair quality 13. Sago Flour, Sar iw Jr 3.80. Pearl Sago 4 40. Coffee, Bontyne 17. Tin 18.35. 4°s. Mule, iwis 86. 8* 'Is Skirt n a l.C2|. 7 do do 1.524. 6 do T.181 words
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1482 1879-01-09 2 General News. London, 1th Jan.—' The depressed state of trade is causing a general movement and reduction of wages. Numerous strikes have taken place. V>00 guards and shuuters on the Midland Railway have struck work. The First Lord of the Treasury (Premier) is suffering from1,482 words
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672 1879-01-09 3 Frm Tmnt. &»“'< Tth m L) the Administrator, Straits Settlement*. 28 thJuly, 1877. (17ft Rejib, 1294.) After Complinents. I reside in the territory of the late Sul1,.., Ali Iskander Shah, mentioned above. On the 7th Jamid-il-akhir, 1294, Sultan Ali died at Umbei in the Territory672 words
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Article2619 1879-01-09 3 1. The heir* of the late Saltan Ali according to the Mahomedan law, and the shares in which they would take his property are as follows His two wives, Tnnku Neh and Inche Serimboh, who take |th between them for life. His foar sons, Tanku Alam, Tnnku Mhamud, Tanka2,619 words
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Correspondence.
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Article663 1879-01-09 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sir, —Colonel Anson’s official report on Province Wellesley has found its way into the Penang paper, and some natural indignation has been created amongst the planters at finding themselves again the object of a most gratuitous and unwarrantable attack. The charges663 words
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Article147 1879-01-09 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. the beginning of this year the sale of all stamps has been transferred from Messrs. John Little Co. to the General Post Office, with, of course, the consent of the Government, under the supervision of the Postmaster General. No147 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement563 1879-01-09 2 #tto aubtrttstmtnts. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000.000 DoUars. Reserve Fund 1.900.000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman —F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A Co.) Deputy Chairman.—Wu. H. Forbes, Esq. of Messrs. Russell Oo.) E. R. BeliuoB, Esq. H. L. Dalbtmple Esq. (of Messrs.563 words
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Advertisement313 1879-01-09 2 NEW GOODS. John Little A Co., have just opened up a new assortment of Millinery, Haberdashery Ac. as under. Ladies’ Straw Hats.—Latest Shapes in Black and White. Ladies' Shoes.—A new stock with copper buckles and elastic sides, strong Walking Shoes in kid, all sizes. Childdrkn's Shoes—All sizes, with strap in313 words
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Advertisement424 1879-01-09 2 POSTPONEMENT. The sale of the British ship Saiah Nicholson is postponed to a future date of which due notice shall be given. POWELL A CO. Auctioneers. Singapore, Ist January, 1879. NOTICE. The 0. S. S. Co’s. Steamer Achilles, Ciptain Anderson, having left Hongkong this morning, may be expected here on424 words
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Notices.
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Article46 1879-01-09 3 The Spanish steamer Aurrera, Captain Urrutia, due here on the 11th inst. has room for cargo for the above port, whioh can now be engaged She has excellent accomodation for first class passengers. E. H. H1NNEK1NDT, Agents Singapore, 3rd Jan., 1879. to 11th mat.46 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article62 1879-01-09 3 Wednesday, Bth January. H. F. M's. steamer Africa, 900 tons, Marques commander, Lisbon 15th Dec. consignee H. F. M's. Consul General. Dutch steamer Ophir, 144 tons, Benßeling oommanier, Ilbio Bth Jany. consignees Hamilton Gray Co. Sarawak brig Yah Mobarah, 122 tons, Nacodah, Sarawak 3rd Jany. arribals Continued.) Thursday, 9th62 words
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Article31 1879-01-09 3 Wednesday, Bth January. Dutch steamer Gov. Genl. Loudon, Van Gevel, for Acheen. German barque Adele, Ahlmann, for London. P. A O. steamer Malwa, Tomlin, for Hongkong A Shanghai.31 words
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Article973 1879-01-09 3 I 1 03 I Date Ship’s Names. Captains. Flag Rio. g or as- Where From. Wherk Lying Consignees or Agrnts.’Dbstination. RIVALS. MEN-0F- V a Deli Rrockhuijzen H.N.M’s. str. 700 Nov. 6 Acheen T. P. Wharf H.N. M’s. Consul General. Repairing Frolic A. E. Dupuis H. M’s.973 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement212 1879-01-09 3 MUNICIPAL NOTICE. Notic* is hereby given that the Registration of Cattle and Hand Carts for the year 1879 will be made at the Town Hall on the following days viz Cattle Carts will be Registered ok Monday the 6th January, 1879. Hand Carts on Thursday the 16th January, 1879. All212 words
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Docks.
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705 1879-01-09 4 Tw* wort* of the Company nre mtnntod at Tanjong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Pinenpore, 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, and705 words
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189 1879-01-09 4 Thu Company executes ships’ repairs of all descriptions in the most efficient manner under the superintendence of European Shipwrights and Engineers. No. IGbavino Dock. Length—4ls feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 154 feci Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving Dock189 words
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63 1879-01-09 4 The above Company are prepared to issue through Bills of Lading for cargo shipped to Hamburg, Harlingen, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Antwerp, Ostend, Calais, Boulogne, Havre, Bremen, Edinburgh, Leith and Dundee, also to New York, Boston and Philadelphia U. 8. A. For further particulars,63 words
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Article458 1879-01-09 4 XT N. B. DENNYS Ph. D. The following are selected from namerous not’ces which have appeared in the London, Continental and Eastern papers Dr. Dennys has done good service in bringing together and presenting in readable form the hitherto scattered contributions to Chinese Folklore—Times. A very458 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement133 1879-01-09 4 NETHERLANDS INDIA DISCOUNT COMPANY. Ths undersigned bavin* been appointed Agents f by Power of Attorney dated Batavia, 19th June. 1869,) to the above Companv are authorised to grant and bay bills on Java, discount acoeptances, give money in loan on securities and generally io represent the said Bank at this133 words
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Advertisement790 1879-01-09 4 FOR SALE. Carlsberq (Danish) Beer in Cases of 4 dozen, quarts. Reme Brothers. Singapore 15th November, 1877. (u. c.) J. MOTION. Chronometer, Watch and Clock Maker, and Optician. Flint Street. Has always on hand a well selected stock of Jewellery, Watches, Clocks, Nautical Instruments, Ac., comprising Bracelets, Ladies’ gold watche,790 words
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Advertisement606 1879-01-09 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers of Ethiopian, China, Japan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Clock MAKERB; Jewellers and Goldsmiths; WINE, SPIRIT AND PROVISION MERCHANTS. Outfitting Department. Gentlemen's outfiits made up on the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine Tweeds,606 words
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Advertisement690 1879-01-09 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Comm rcial Square, Haveal ray* Halten forton handiwall waahrend ein Mle«d and wohlaasortirnchTy assort- bes T,air*r al •d stock of all European and other (roods. Mod erate ler Enropaeischen ft anderen Artikel. Rillin Preiseftreelle Bedienunfr rufesichert. Beach Street 27. Hebben steeds roor radig690 words
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Advertisement259 1879-01-09 4 NOTICE. J. M. LYON 1 CO. Have on band the following for sale Horizontal Engine 8 H. P. 2 Circular Saw Benches, 2 Screw Catting Lathes for hand or P°wer 6" heads, Portable Ice Machine 4 lb. size, Asbestos and Tack’s Packing, Foot Rales and Spirit Levels, Circular Saws, Portable259 words
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