Singapore Daily Times, 17 March 1879
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Title Section13 1879-03-17 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE. MOM DAY, 17th MARCH, 1879. No. 13,73013 words
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Article, Illustration428 1879-03-17 1 Office— D’Almeida Street. Godowns— At New Harbour. The «rdemoted are the dates on wbicb tbis Company's Mail Steamers may be exited to arrive at Singapore during the year 1879 r Ottwaid. Homfwakd. Tuesday 21st Jm. Friday l<Hh Jan. ♦lb Feb 24tb l»b 7th Feb.428 words
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Article147 1879-03-17 1 Agamemnon. Ultbbeb. Ajax. Patroclub. Achilles. Antenor. Diomrp. Deucalion. Nestor. ,Glaucub. Priam. Anchibkb. Farpedon. Orestes. Hector. Stentor. Menelaus. Trucrr. The Coy’s St< a mere are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straita and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accon modaticn for first147 words
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258 1879-03-17 1 The follow in c are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may he expected to arrive here during the current year:— Oi-rwAsn. H^ewark. 1879 1879. W*hie*day 12 Febnwry j Friday, 17 January ok Ho 31 do .’I 12 March ""g** 7 Morf.,,258 words
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152 1879-03-17 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Moulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta, taking Passengers and Cargo for Akyab, Chittagong, Bimlipstaui, Vixagapatam, Codbuada, Masnlipatadf;'Madras, Calicut, Tellichery Ac., during the current year at the undemoted dates Fat in-day, January 11th I152 words
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Article42 1879-03-17 1 Messrs. Apcar A Co.’s steamer ‘HINDOSTAN”991 tons, Captain Gardner, may be expected here on or about the —4th instant, en route to above ports. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, 1st March, 1879.42 words
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Article43 1879-03-17 1 Messrs. Apcar A. Co.’s steamer ARRATOON APCAR,” 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavieh, may be expected here on or about the 20th instant, en route to above port. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore. Ist Mar h, 1879.43 words
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913 1879-03-17 1 The Steamers of the above Company will nowply between Singapore andßatii via every fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours aftei the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Monet, First Class. From Singapore to 1 Batavia i Oheribon913 words
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Insurance.
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Article73 1879-03-17 1 Capital 1,500.000. Paid-up 133.332 Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. 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 SI 00,000 on each bottom, and on the Block73 words
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47 1879-03-17 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. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (n. c.)47 words
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Article56 1879-03-17 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every description of property at the current Rates of Premium. Total Snm insured in 1877. £254,303,817. Claims arranged by the Local Agents, md paid with promptitude and liberality. Tbe jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents. MARTTN. DICE A CO.56 words
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Article42 1879-03-17 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 tbe customary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY A CO. Singapore, 15th Jnly, 1872. (a. c.)42 words
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50 1879-03-17 1 The undersigned. Agents f<»r the above Oompany, are prepared to issue Polici'R covering Marine Risks o« goods to all pai tof the world. Policies payable one month after due notice and proof of loss is given. HOOGLANDT A 00.1 Singapore, sth April, 1866. (u.c)50 words
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45 1879-03-17 1 (Berlin-Colognk 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 tne current rates of premium. RAUTENRERG, SCHMIDT A CO. Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. u. c.45 words
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69 1879-03-17 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 o/o discount allowed on all risks foi coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to Enrope69 words
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44 1879-03-17 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. (a. c.)44 words
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Article98 1879-03-17 1 Capital H 000.000. CHTFF OFFTDE^. London 79. Cornhit.t. E. C. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A GO. Singapore,22nd Feb.,’B76. (u.c.) HELVETIA. SEA AND FTRE IN--aUJUNOH OOMPANY. St. Gall. Capital 10.ft00.000 Francs. The undersigned. Agenta for tbe above Company, are prepared to take risks98 words
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262 1879-03-17 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings. 60Graceohurch Street. London. Chairman of the Company. Bernard Hall. Esqre. TVptity Chairman 1 William Hind, 1 Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq M. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The security262 words
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87 1879-03-17 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 grant87 words
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52 1879-03-17 1 Established 1821 Subscribed Capital 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 SIMO NS A CO. Singapore, Ist April,52 words
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42 1879-03-17 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sxebling Extension of Limits. One F rst class risk 80,000. Two aborning do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS A 00. Agents. Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (o. c.)42 words
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99 1879-03-17 1 E.UHi.h.a 1940, »nd Empow—d b? Spe j oial Act of Parliament. Capital One Million. Life Assurances of every description granted. Retiring Provisions combined with Life Assurance. > Free Policies issued which can never al- together lapse through non-payment of99 words
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45 1879-03-17 1 It is requested that the Masters of all vessels insured in the above Association, having sustained loss or damage, report themselves to the undersigned immediately on arrival here. CAMERON, DUNLOP A CO., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 (R-45 words
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98 1879-03-17 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester—Exchange Street. Liverpool—28. Exchang Street East Birmingham—12, Bennett’* Hill. London—10, Oornhill. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—50, Broad Street CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. JoHNToDD.Esq. (Messrs.Todd A Coaton.) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW. Alex. Ewing, Esq. (Messrs. Ewing,98 words
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224 1879-03-17 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson.Esq Vice Chairman Jas. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, m.a. CHIEF OFFICES: G--W p SL?"" Edinburgh 17 George Street. i f 2 Kino William Lokdok 1 Strict. i f EI L Chambers, Liverpool J224 words
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103 1879-03-17 4 Capital $2,000,000 Psid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, Esq. (Messrs. Meloher*. k Co.) .1 P Rumen (Messrs. HollMsr.Wise Co.) A T. M»nwr, (Messrs.nondM.LsprsikACo.) H. Ni<-*ise, (Romeo Com per v Ltd.) J. J. doe103 words
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135 1879-03-17 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Riohdrd .T. Ashton. Esq. Alfred Goneer. Esq. Thomdd O. Rnrolnv, William Hxwthom, Robert 0. T,. Reran, Oeonre FTibhert, Peroivsl Ro««nqnet, Samuel Hrde. Tames Brand, William T.vall. Charles Care. Charles Warmt. Oeonre IT. Chambers,135 words
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57 1879-03-17 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. RE ME57 words
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64 1879-03-17 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 premium is granted on shipments by the Steamers of the P. A O. Company, Mes a64 words
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83 1879-03-17 4 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated bt Royal Charteri.) Subscribed Capital £2,000,M mi 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, Agents83 words
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78 1879-03-17 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 voyages78 words
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31 1879-03-17 4 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine riak« at current rates. PATERSON SIMONS A CO. Singapore, 18th Dec 1878 (u. c.)31 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement117 1879-03-17 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. None*. On and after the Ist January, Ice will he sold 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 5117 words
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Advertisement131 1879-03-17 1 notice to mariners ADMIRALTY CHARTS, OF THE LATEST SURVEY, and NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Moderate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Price or Nautical Almanacs Charts, de (Double Sheet) (Single Sheet) n. I 1.25 I>'». II.!"' Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u. o.) NOTICE. A stock of Sarawak131 words
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Advertisement84 1879-03-17 1 ARBROATH COMMERCIAL A8SOCIATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWRITERS, DUNDEE. T«e undersigned request that Masters of Vessels insured in the above associations immediately communicate with them in case ofloss or d tmaue. CAMERON DUNLOP A CO. Agents, (u. c.) Singapore, 11th June, 1878. MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels84 words
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Article46 1879-03-17 2 The Italian Mail steamer Sumatra, Caboara, Commander, will be despatched from Singapore on tbe 20th May for Naples, Genoa and Marseilles. She has superior accommodation for first class passengers which can now be booked. REME BROTHERS, Agents. Singapore, 5th March, 1879. to 20th May.46 words
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Article52 1879-03-17 2 The Spanish Steamer Reinn Mercedes, Captain J. M. De Munitez, due here on the 2‘>th ins'ant, will have room for cargo for the above port, which can now be engaged. She has splendid accommodation for first class passengers. E. A H. HINNEKINDT, Agents Singapore, 12th March, 1879. to52 words
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Article118 1879-03-17 2 In the Supreme Cou t of the Straits Settlements. Settlement of Singapore. In the matter of proceedings for composition with Creditors instituted by Qukk Kye Loh, of No. 101 Market Street, in Singapore. A Second Genera! Meeting of the Creditors of the above named person is118 words
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Article43 1879-03-17 2 FOR BARCELONA LIVERPOOL. The Spanish steamer Victoria, Captain Meudezona, due here on the 25th instant, will have room for 500 tons cargo, for the 1 above ports, which can now be engaged. E H. HINNEKINDT, Agents. Singapore 14th March, 1879. to 25th inst.43 words
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STRAITS TIMES MONDAY, 17TH MARCH, 1879.
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Article144 1879-03-17 2 Singapore, 17th March, 1879. Gambier 6 4 27*. Black Pepper 7.70. Wnite Pepper, fair quality 12.25. Sago Flour. Saraw k 3.55. Pearl Sago t.40. Coffee, Bontyuc 18 25. Tin 20.50. 4 s. Muii tWiS 86. 84 il s Shirtings 1.62*. 7 do do 1.45. 6 do T.144 words
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Article1563 1879-03-17 2 List of Passengers booked to leave Europe for Singapore by the following steamers. Per P. O. steamer Poonah. from Southampton. on the 6th March. Mr. and Mrs. T. Cuthbertson and infant, Miss Anderson and Surgeon Major R. Hungerford. Per M. M. steamer Sindh, from Mar seilles, on the 9th1,563 words
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680 1879-03-17 2 The following new notifications appear in last Friday’s Gazette The undermentioned gentlemen have 1 been appointed by H. E. the Administrator Members of the Licensing Board 1 under the new Excise Amendment Ordinance 1879. Major Dunlop, Chairman. R. S. O’Connor Esq. W. A. Pickering Esq.680 words
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Article73 1879-03-17 3 (For Straits Times.) Proposed Telegraphic Communication with the Cape. London, Ibtk March. —Tenders have been invited for the construction of an African Telegraphic Cable. The Position at the Cape. London, Wh March. —Latest advices from the Cape report that the Zulus are inactive—and that in consequence of H.73 words
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Article1301 1879-03-17 3 (Prom Indian Papers.) London, 4th March—la the House of Commons last night, the Secretary for War, in moving the army estimates, said that the Government has under consideration the formation of a reserve of officers, who will receive extra allowances and high er pay and be employed only1,301 words
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Article1629 1879-03-17 3 The following is the latest news by yesterday's home mail respecting the Zulu war and the disaster of the 21st January. As was conjectured, it will be 6een from Lord Chelmsford's telegraphic despatch that some one blundered and a Court of Inquiry has been ordered into the1,629 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement837 1879-03-17 2 #rto aubnKSfmmts. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund 1,300,000 Dollars. COURT OP DIRECTORS. Chairman.— Wm. H. Forbes, Eaq. (ol Messrs. Russell A Co.) Bep'dy Chairman. —Tbe Ron. W. Keswick (of Messrs. Jardine Mstheson A Co.) F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons837 words
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Advertisement825 1879-03-17 2 SPRING MEETING. FIRST DAT. TUESDAY. 22nd APRIL 1879. First Rack ,f Thk Administrator’s Cup.—Value 25 Guineas. Presented by His Excellency Col. K Anson, C. M. G For all horses that have never w"n a Race upon the Singapore Course, Roadsters excepted. Entrance 15. Distance once round the course. Weights as825 words
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Advertisement559 1879-03-17 2 NOTICE. The Deli Maatschappy at Dbli invites offers, up to the 1st of May prox:. for the lease of the nutmeg gardens. Vesu- viU8. and Acabar jointly or j severally, or for parts of any of them for a period of about 3 years. These gardens are situated on the559 words
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Advertisement205 1879-03-17 2 PUBLIC AUCTION. To be Bold bj Public Auction, shortly, on a day to be hereafter named, unless previously disposed of by private contract, The Hongkong Distillery, Situate at East Point, Hongkong, now in Complete Working Orde-, and Capable of Distilling upwards of 2,000 Gallons daily. The Pro- perty is of205 words
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Notices.
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Article160 1879-03-17 3 In The Supreme Court of The Straits Settlements. Division of Singapore. In the matter of Esmail Mansoor residing at No. 45/3 Amoy Street and carrying on business as a Merchant and Trader at No. 18 Kling Street in Singapore, under the style or firm of T.160 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article163 1879-03-17 3 Saturday, 15th March. Italian barque Papa de Rossi, 535 tons, de Rossi commander, Persian Gulf 22nd Dec., consignees Drummond Gaggino A Co. Siamese barque Pi Di Ma Di, 455 tons, Tark commander, Bangkok 4th March, consignees Tye Joo Lee A Co. British steamer Carrisbrooke, 964 tons, Wharton commander, Saigon163 words
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Article80 1879-03-17 3 Saturday, 15th March. British str. Vidar, Vincent, for Sourabaya, Bally A Macassar. British steamer Banca, Craig, for Batavia. British str. Arabia, Mann, for Calcutta via tbe intermediate ports. British steamer Penang, Mclndoe, for Batavia. British steamer Jeddah, Clarke, for Penang. Dutch steamer Gov. Gen. Loudon, van Gevel,80 words
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Article854 1879-03-17 3 I Date i j >Hirs' Names. Captains. Flag i Rio. of ar- Where From. Where Lying Consignees or Agents. Destination. 1 RIVALS. I MEN-0F- VA I M era pi Bosch H.N.M’s. str. 870 Feb. 13 Acheen Victoria Dock. H.N. M’s. Consul General. Batavia Frolic Dupuis H.854 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement157 1879-03-17 3 NOTICE. Tenders will be received up to noon on the Ist July next, for renting the following Farms for three years, from the Ist January, 1880: Singapore. Opium Farm Spirit Farm. Penang. Opium Farm Spirit Farm. Malacca. Opium Farm Spirit Farm. Tenders should be addressed to the Colonial Secretary, Singapore,157 words
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Advertisement278 1879-03-17 3 FOR SALE. I Sib Robert Burnet i A Co.’s Finest Scotch Whiskey. Irish do. Jamaica Rum. Liqueur Old Tom. CAMERON DUNLOP A CO, Agents. Singapore, 28th Feb.. 1879. (1 wk.) NOTICE. The conditions on which the Netherlands India Government will hold sales of Coffee at Padang, in the months of278 words
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Advertisement189 1879-03-17 3 NOTICE. HatI'g taken into Partnership Mr. Fran* Gumm Bernard, my business in future will b“ carried on under the style of Bernard A Son. ALFRED BERNARD, Bill, Bullion and Broker. Singapore, 20th Feb., 1879. (to 20th Mar.) NOTICE. Notic* is hereby given that the partnership which has for sometime past189 words
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Docks.
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703 1879-03-17 4 The works of the Company are situated at Tsnjong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the following establishments, viz Wharf.— Affording berthage for twenty vessels atone time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest drwR ro3 protected703 words
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193 1879-03-17 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 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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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement574 1879-03-17 4 iWfectllantMtsf. 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, Brooches. Gents’ ditto., Earrings, Silver watches, Lockets. American clocks, Ladies’ rings, Carriage clocks, Signet rings, Marble clocks, Wedding574 words
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Advertisement676 1879-03-17 4 NOTICE. Katz Brop., have opened out now: CUTLERY. j Joseph Rodgers and Sons’ best make Table Knives, different kinds, Dessert do do Carving Knives and forks, Pen Knives with 2 and more blades, superior. Razors, single and in boxes of 2, 3, or 4 pieces, Plated War*. A n assortment676 words
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Advertisement119 1879-03-17 4 NETHERLANDS INDIA DISCOUNT COMPANY. The undersigned having teen appointed Agents (by Power of Attorney dated Bat tavia, 19th June. 1869,) to the above Company are authorised to grant and buy bills on Java, discount acceptances, give money in loan on securities and generally to represent the said Bank at this119 words
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Advertisement606 1879-03-17 4 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'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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Advertisement672 1879-03-17 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Commercial Sqnaic, Beach Street 27. H Sontton-IHebbendasde 3S2S iT, r :r.7.;;T ,^r. SETTS 1 V*l„ u„. l n Arti Pril mo TMT tollrlrs m, J M. WlHbb 4ere«.Mai- prvren. Alla ft** T*». con 4. non. t*n<Unc». <•; la Bediannn* flanoa. I ficaaichart. immar672 words
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