Singapore Daily Times, 12 February 1879
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Title Section12 1879-02-12 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE. WEDNESDAY, 12th FEBRUARY, 1879 No. 13,70212 words
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Article, Illustration414 1879-02-12 1 Office— D’Almeida Street. Godowns— At New Harbour. The urdernoted are the dates on which this Company’s Mail Steamers may be expected fco arrive at Singapore during the year 1879:Octward. Homkward. Tuesday flat Jan. Friday loth Jan. Feb. 24 th 7th Feb. *»h Mu. *l«t414 words
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Article147 1879-02-12 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patboclus. A chillis. Antinob. Diomid. Deucalion. Nestob. Glaucus. Priam. Ancbisib. Sarpedon. Orestes. Hector. Stintor. Menelaus. Teucer. The Coy’s Steamers are despatched from i verpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have .accor modaticn for first147 words
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225 1879-02-12 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may be expected to arrive here during the current year ocW«. rCT**”' I Motd.,. April A 25 A !to 'J 4 DIM U T„lt 18 do 'i'r* 1 8 Peptember; j I! lA225 words
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147 1879-02-12 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Monlmein, Rangoon and Calcutta, conada, Masulipatam. Madras, Calicut, Tellichery Ac., during the current year at the un demoted dates Saturday, January 11th I Saturday, July 12th 25th 26th February 8th August147 words
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Article44 1879-02-12 1 Messrs. Apcar A. Co.’s steamer ARRATOON” APCAR,” 1.392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may he expected here on or about the 20th instant, en route to above ports. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSEcc Agents. Singapore, Ist Feb., 1879.44 words
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Article41 1879-02-12 1 Messrs. Apcar A Co.’s steamer “JAPAN,” 1,865 tons, Captain Gardner, may be expected here on or about the 24th instant, en route to above port. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist Feb, 1879.41 words
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912 1879-02-12 1 The Steamers of the above Company will nowply between Singapore andßatavia every fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours aftei the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. I Passage Monet, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia J *6 Padang912 words
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Insurance.
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Article73 1879-02-12 1 Capital S 1,500.000. Paid-up 133.382. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. Jardine Matheson A Co., Hongkong. The undersigned, Agents for the Office, are authorised to insure (foods 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 1879-02-12 1 ESTABLISHED 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned bas 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. (n. c.)47 words
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Article57 1879-02-12 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected npon almost every description of property at the current Rates 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 A CO.57 words
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Article42 1879-02-12 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Company, and are prepared to take risks npon cargo on the customary terms. HAMILTON. GRAY A CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (u. c.)42 words
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49 1879-02-12 1 The undersigned, 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 dne notice and proof of lose is given. HOOGLANDT 4 CO.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. (n.c.)49 words
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46 1879-02-12 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 4 CO. Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. u. c.46 words
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69 1879-02-12 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. 33i 0/0 discount allowed on all riaka fot coasting voyages, and 15 0/0 on all risks to Europe69 words
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44 1879-02-12 1 Capital 2,000,000. Funds in reserve exclusive of Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang: BOUSTEAD 4 CO. Fire department: Limit £12,000, on a first class risk. Life department: Limit £2,000 on ne life. Singapore, 19th Sept, 1877. (a. 0.)44 words
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Article30 1879-02-12 1 Capital 61.00n.n00. CHTEF OFFICES. London 79. Cornhti.t, v O. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Sintra Dorp. BOUSTEAD 4 GO. Singnpore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (u. c.)30 words
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71 1879-02-12 1 Capital 10.000.000 Francs. The undersigned. Agents for the above Company, are prepared to take risks nr«n 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 risks71 words
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192 1879-02-12 1 Ofetc*B. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings. 60Gracechurch Street. London. Chairman of the Company. Bernard Hall. Esqre. Deputy Chairman Wi,,ia Hind- Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London. Peter McLagan.Bsq M. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan. Esqre. The security offered by the192 words
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64 1879-02-12 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 current64 words
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87 1879-02-12 1 Financial Position (1875.) Sobacibed 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 1879-02-12 1 Established 1821 Sabscribed Capital £2,000,000 Total Invested Funds, upwards of 3,000,000 Annual Inoome 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 4 00. Singapore, Ist April,52 words
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43 1879-02-12 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Saerling Extension of Limits. One F rst class risk f 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS 4 00. Agents. Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (u. o.)43 words
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99 1879-02-12 1 Established 1840, and Empowered by Spe cial Act of Parliam ent.Oapi tal One Million. Life Assueances of every description granted. Retiring Provisions combined with Life Assurance. Free Policies issued which can nevsr altogether lapse through non-payment of premiums. No99 words
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46 1879-02-12 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 4 CO., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 (u. c.)46 words
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106 1879-02-12 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester— Exchange Street. Liverpool— 2B. Exchang Street East, Birmingham— l 2. Bennett’s Hill. London—lo. Oornhill. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. JoHNToDD.Esq. (Messrs. Todd 4 Cos ton,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Oh as. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN106 words
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226 1879-02-12 1 FTRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Steeling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson.Ebq Vice Chairman— Jab. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, f.la. CHIEF OFFICES: Glasgow f 5O Geoegk l Street. Edinburgh, 17 Georg* Street. Loxdox f 2 Krxo William Street. T ivfrpoot f oei,l Chambers, Liverpool226 words
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100 1879-02-12 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. MploWr, A Co.! J. P Rarnea fWenara. TTMlldav.Wiiw k Co.! A. T. Manger, W«*Rm.Pmi(rlM.T/aT<r*ik*Co.) H. Niieiaa. (Romeo Comnun LM.! J. J. doe Remedies, (J.100 words
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136 1879-02-12 4 Capital £1.600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1.200,000. Directors. Rioh-rd .T. AaMon. Esq. Alf-ed Groieer. Esq. Thoms* G. Rerolsy. William Hawthorn, Robert. P. L. Reran, Oeonre Hihhert, Perciral Ro«snqnet, Samuel Hrd». .Tame« Rrand, William T.rall, Pherlea Care, Phftrlea Warrvat. Oeoree H. Phambers,136 words
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79 1879-02-12 4 The undersigned, Agents for tbe “Italia” Marine Insurance Company Limited, at Genoa. Have now been authorized to accept Marine risks upon Cargo by steamer and sailing vessel on tbe customary terms. Tbe usual discount is allowed on all risks for coasting voyages79 words
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56 1879-02-12 4 The undersigned have been appointed agents for tbe above Company and are prepared to accept risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. Tbe usual discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages and on risks to Europe and America. REME RROTHERS.56 words
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62 1879-02-12 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 tbe Steamers of tbe P. A O. Company, Messageries Maritimes62 words
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31 1879-02-12 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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82 1879-02-12 4 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 tbe Fire Department, Net Premiums and Interest... 908,014 The undersigned, Agents for82 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement114 1879-02-12 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLE I ROAD. None*. On and after the let January, lee will *>lu retail, at the rate of 3 Cents perpound. The Ice House is opened for the sale of Ice daily from 6 a. m. to 6 p. M. Tickets for 2,3 or 5 lbs.114 words
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Advertisement130 1879-02-12 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, OF THE LATEBT SURVEY, and NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Modebate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Price of Nautical Almanacs Charts, de (Double Sheet) y (Single Sheet) Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (n. c.) NOTICE. A stock of Sarawak coal to supply H130 words
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Advertisement83 1879-02-12 1 ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSOCIATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OP UNDERWRITERS, DUNDEE. Thb undersigned request that Masters of Vessels insured in the above associations immediately communicate with them in case ofloss or d im&tfe. CAMERON DUNLOP CO. Agents. Singapore, 11th June, 1878. (u. c.) MONTROSE UNDERWRITING AS80CIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured83 words
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64 1879-02-12 2 The B. I. S. N. Co’s steamer Simla will leave the Roads for above ports at 3 p. m. on Saturday, the 15th instant. She can also take passengers and cargo for Akyab, Chittagong, Bimlipatam, Coconada, Madras, Calicut, Tellichery Ac. For freight or64 words
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Article96 1879-02-12 2 In the Supbime Couet or the Steaits Settlements. Settlement of Sin- apobe. In the matter of proceedings for composition with creditors instituted by Quek Kte Loh, of No. 101, Market Street, in Singapore. Notice is hereby given that a first general meeting of the creditors of.96 words
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Domestic Occurrences.
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Article16 1879-02-12 2 cixvin. At Hamburg on the 3rd January, the wife of Albirt Bicker, of a daughter.16 words
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STRAITS TIMES WDDNESDAY, 12TH FEB., 1879.
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Article1088 1879-02-12 2 UAiXiOl jn.Axvn.rii yuuiAiiv.no. Sinoapork, 12th February, 1879. (iamb er I 4 35. Black Pepper 7.40. White Pepper, fair quality 12.50. Sago Flour, Saraw ~k 3.511. Pearl Sago 4.274. Coffee, Bontyne 17. Tin. 19.324. 4Cs. Mult twis 86. 81 Us. Shirtm.8 1 624. 7 do do 1.524. 61,088 words
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2897 1879-02-12 2 Rangoon, 27/4 Jan. —Colonel Wyndliam, from Mandalay, formerly of the Calcutta Charivari, attempted an ascent iu a balloon on Saturday evening, but immediately after arising the balloon burst, falling in the royal lakes. Colonel Wyndham was drowned. Fans, 28/4 Jan. —Marshal MacMahon has refused to2,897 words
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Correspondence.
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Article1067 1879-02-12 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sib,—Seldom do we visit another port without finding improvements in many ways beneficial for adoption at home, and as it may interest a few, I shall endeavour partly to describe what our Dutch neighbours have done for the material welfare of1,067 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement728 1879-02-12 2 fttto asbtrtttfnunt#. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid np Capita] 5.000,000 Pollan. Reaorre Fund 1,200,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. CAmnarm.—F. D. Simooh.Em (of Mewre. David Sassoon Sons A Go.) Deputy Chairman.- Wm. H. FORBES, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell A Go.) E. R. Brlilios, Esq. H. L. Dalrtmple Esq. (of Messrs.728 words
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Advertisement1043 1879-02-12 2 Mr. A. Menigt, Oculist*’ Optician of Amsterdam and London, begs respectfully to announce that in consequence of the numerous applications, he has received, since his last Professional visit to India, he has again undertaken a journey to the East, and intends remaining at Singapore until further notice, to give an1,043 words
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Advertisement752 1879-02-12 2 FOR SALE. A Puny, Pony dogcart and harness in good order. Price $2OO —Apply to Lieut. Hinde, Tanglin Barracks, Singapore, 27th January, 1879. to 27th inßt. FOR SALE. A doable barrelled 12 bore c. f. rifle by Holland, case, conical, spherical and steel tipped bullet moulds complete, nearly rew for752 words
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Advertisement298 1879-02-12 2 HOUSEHOLD LINENS ic. John Little A 00. have now on hand a large assortment of Household and Family Linens, comprising— Table Cloths.—ln Damask, all sizes and prices; also in the piece 72 or 83 inches wide. Bengal make, all sizes, very strong, moderate prices. Table Napkins.—ln Damask from 13 per298 words
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Notices.
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Article51 1879-02-12 3 The Italian mail steamer INDIA, Captain Brizzoleai, will be despatched from. Singapore forNpales. Genoa, and Marseilles, calling at Colombo, on or about the 20th February. She baa excellent accommodation for 40 first class and 30 second class passengers. Apply to REME BROTHERS. Agents. Singapore, 29th Jany. 1879. to20th51 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article106 1879-02-12 3 Tuesday, Uth Februaiy. British steamer Saint Mark, 1,079 tons, Johnson commander, London 23rd Dec. Spanish steamer Victoria. 1,909 tons, Mendezona commander, Liverpool 28th Dec., consignees E. H. Hinnekindt. British steamer Hector, 1,414 tons, Bellinge commander, Hongkong sth Feb., consignees W. Mansfield A Co. M. M. steamer Djemnah, 2,416 tons,106 words
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Article12 1879-02-12 3 Tuesday, 11th February. Siamese 6teamer Kromahtah, Tullock, for Bangkok.12 words
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Article1186 1879-02-12 3 1 OD AT I 1 Ships’Names. Captains. Fla a Rio op ae- Where Feom. Where Lying Consignees or Aoents.iDestination. H rivals. yien-of-wa De |j Brockhuiizen H.N.M’s. str. TOO Nov. 6'Acheen T. P. Wharf H.N. M’s. Consul General. Repairing Modesto Mead H. M’s. str. 1500 Jan. 101,186 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement68 1879-02-12 3 TO BE LET. The Hou8b No. 360 in Queen Street, opposite the Portuguese Church. and within five minutes’ drive from Commercial Square. It has a large compound, nine rooms, gas fittings Ac., and is in every respect admirably suited for a family residence. For further particulars apply to J. C.68 words
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Advertisement194 1879-02-12 3 Wm. menke. Agent of HARRIS GOODWIN A CO. London and Birmingham, 33 Raffles Place. Singapore, 4th Feb., 1879. to 4th March. NOTICE. Tb v undersigned begs to announce that he will open on Saturday next Ist February. A Licensed Stor*. f b Arms and Ammunition At 11-3 Beach Road, Campons194 words
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Advertisement225 1879-02-12 3 FOR BALE. The property of Captain Glen, proceeding to Europe. Cheetunt Australian Horae, quiet to ride, up to weight, would make a good carriage horee. Brown Australian mare, quiet to ride, carries a lady. R. A. 0. “Rapid Rhoni,” winner. of the Singapore Club Cup.” Brown Australian Horae, steady in225 words
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Docks.
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707 1879-02-12 4 Thr works of the Company are situated at Tsnjong Pa gar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the following establishments, vis Wharf.— Affording berthage for twenty vessels at one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught,707 words
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193 1879-02-12 4 Tits Company executes ships’ repairs of all descriptions in the most efficient manner under the superintendence of European Shipwrights and Engineers. No. 1 Graving Door. Length—4ls feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 154 fee' Width at Entrance 42 feet No. 2. Graving193 words
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Article1151 1879-02-12 4 THE PRTE RIVER DOCK COMPANY LIMITED." TO BE INCORPORATED UNDER THI INDIAN act x. or 1866. CAPITAL $200,000. In 2000 Shares or $100 each. PROMOTERS. Hon’ble Walter Scott, of Messrs. Brown A Co., Penang, David Brown, Esq. Do. Do. Lawrence Combe Brown, Esq. Do. James Lamb, Esq. of Prye1,151 words
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145 1879-02-12 4 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 the145 words
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73 1879-02-12 4 THE PRYE RIVER DOCK COMPANY, LIMITED,” NOTICE. Thk Company are now fully prepared to undertake the docking, cleaning, painting and repairing of steamers and vess°ls and to execute repairs to machinery of every description. The following are the dimensions of the Graving Dock Length on the blocks 280 feet. Breadth73 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement280 1879-02-12 4 NOTICE. J. M. LYON CO. Have on band the following for sale Horizontal Engine 8 H. P. 2 Circular Saw Benches, 2 Screw Cutting Lathes for hand or power 6" heads, Portable Ice Machine 4 lb. size, Asbestos and Tuck’s Packing, Foot Rules and Spirit Levels, Circular Saws, Portable Forges.280 words
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Advertisement143 1879-02-12 4 NETHERLANDS INDIA DISCOUNT COMPANY. The undersigned having been appointed Agents (by Power of Attorney dated Batavia, 19th Jnne. 1869,) to the above Company are authorised to grant and bny bills on Java, discount acceptances, give money in loan on securities and generally to represent the said Bank at this place.143 words
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Advertisement614 1879-02-12 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN IMPORTERS OF EUROPEAN, CHINA, JAPAN and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Clock Makers JEWELLERB AND GOLDBMITHB WINE, SPIRIT AND PROVISION MERCHANTS. Outfitting Department. Gentlemen's outfiiis made up on the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine Tweeds,614 words
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Advertisement736 1879-02-12 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG Commercial Square, Bcack Street’^ fort H«T*»tw»yg onh»ndawell •elected and richly aeeortel stock of all European and other iroode. Mod erate terms otraftil tendance. wohlaaaortir. tes Lajrer alter Rnropaeischen A anderen Artikel. Rillire PrsiseAreel- -.m q« le Rediennnr dance, rnireeichert, Bont too. Hebben^eed. ionra736 words
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