Singapore Daily Times, 4 April 1879
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Title Section12 1879-04-04 1 Singapore Daily Times. SINGAPORE, FRIDAY, 4th APRIL. 1879. No. 13,746 VOL. XX.12 words
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Article, Illustration424 1879-04-04 1 Office—D’Almeida Street. Godowns—At New Harbour. The urderaoted are the dates on wbich this Company’s Mail Steamers may be expected to arrive at Singapore during the year 1879 Ottwakp. Homeward. Tuesday 21st Jan Friday l(Hh Jan. 4th Feb 24tb 18»h 7»b Feb. 4«b Mar. 2l«t424 words
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Article144 1879-04-04 1 Agamimnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achilles. Antihor. Diomid. Diucalion. Nestor. Glatjcus. Priam. Ancbisbs. Farpidon. Orestes. Hictor. Stihtor. Mfnelads. Teucir. The Coy’s Steamers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accon modaticn for first and third144 words
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249 1879-04-04 1 The following «re the dates on which ♦he steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may be expected to arrive here during the current year:— OrrwARD. Hof"ARD--1879 i 1879. Wednesday 12February Friday, 17 January gA* ““sf Si H i* j..ij »a. Jn K A r Bt 30 So249 words
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159 1879-04-04 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, PeDang, Monlmein, Rangoon and Calcutta. jJttMuywfirs a nd. go for- lltyab, CTmtflgong. Bimlipatam, Vizagapatam, Coconada, Masulipatam. Madras. Calicut, Tellichery Ac., during the current year at the UDdernoted dates:— Saturday, March 29tb Saturday,159 words
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Article44 1879-04-04 1 Messrs. Apcar A Co.’s steamer ARRATOON APCAR,” 1.392 tons, Captain Milne, may be expected here on or about the 21st instant, en route to above ports. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist April, 1879.44 words
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926 1879-04-04 1 The Steamers of the above Company will n ow ply between Singapore andßatu 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 Batavia Padang926 words
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Insurance.
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Article72 1879-04-04 1 Capital S 1.500.000. Paid-up 133.3*2. Reserve Fund9o,ooo. 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 9100,000 on each bottom, and on the Block and72 words
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46 1879-04-04 1 Established 1836. Capital £1.000,000. Reserve £340,<»00. 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.)46 words
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Article56 1879-04-04 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost everv description of property at the enrrent Rates of Preminm. Total Sum insured in 1877. £254.303,^17. Claims arranged by the Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents. MARTIN. DICE A CO.56 words
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Article42 1879-04-04 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Company, and are prepared to take risks upon cargo on the customary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY A CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (n. c.)42 words
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51 1879-04-04 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 due notice and proof of loss is given. HOOGLANDT A 00. l Singapore, sth April, 1866. (u.51 words
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46 1879-04-04 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 the current rates of premium. RAUTENBERG, SCHMIDT A CO. Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. u. c.46 words
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69 1879-04-04 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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44 1879-04-04 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. o.)44 words
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Article29 1879-04-04 1 Capital CI.OGG.noo. CHTEF OFFTGE'v London 79. Cornhtlt, E. O. Edinburgh, 31 Georoe Street Agents for Singannre. BOUSTEAD k CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (n. c.l29 words
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71 1879-04-04 1 Capital 10.GGG.GGG Francs. The undersigned. Agents for the above Company, are prepared to take risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terras. 334 o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
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197 1879-04-04 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings. 6GGracechnrch Street. London. Chairman of the Company Bernard Hall. Esqre. Deputy Chairman Wilti,™ Hind. gi«,r«. Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter McLagan.Esq m. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The security offered hy197 words
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64 1879-04-04 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 loweat current64 words
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86 1879-04-04 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 to86 words
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52 1879-04-04 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 00. Singapore, Ist April,52 words
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42 1879-04-04 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sterling Extrnsion of Limits. One F rst class risk 80,000. Two a4joining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS A CO. Agents. Singapore. 17th Dec., 1875. (n. c.)42 words
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96 1879-04-04 1 Established 1840, and Empowered by Spe cial Act of Parliament. Capital One Million. Life Assurances of every description granted. Retiring Provisions combined with Life Assurance. Frei Policies issued which can never altogether lapse through non-payment of preNo extra charge96 words
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46 1879-04-04 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 00., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 (n. c.)46 words
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103 1879-04-04 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester—Exchange Street. Liverpool—2B. Exchang Street East Birmingham—l 2. Bennett’s Hill. London—lo, Cornhill. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Btreet. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd. Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Ooston.) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW. Alex.103 words
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219 1879-04-04 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Stirling. Chairman—Alexander Ronaldson.Ebq Vice Chairman— Jab. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, f.la. CHIEF OFFICES: r Edinburgh, 17 George Street. i f 2 King William Lo do Stbiet. t f BIIL Chambers, Liverpool J Water Street. Manchester, 47219 words
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99 1879-04-04 4 Capital $2,000,000 Psid-np 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 Gfnkral Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. An<lre, Egq. fWeww. Melchers, Co.l .1. V. Rarnes (Maasra. A. T. Manger, fMee«r«.T)onirlM.Ti*nraikACo.) TT. Nioaise, I Romeo Comwuiv Ltd.) J. J. doe Rsmadioa. (J. J. doe99 words
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138 1879-04-04 4 Capital fil.6oo.oofh Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard .ft Ashton. Esq. A'tmd Gonaar. Esq. Thomas O. Rarclar, William Hawthorn. Robert O. L. Reran. George Hihhart, Perciral Rosanquet, Samuel Hrd*. j James Rrand, William Lvall. i Oharle* Gave. Charles Manrat. George138 words
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56 1879-04-04 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 RROTHERS.56 words
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62 1879-04-04 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, Messageries Maritimes62 words
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83 1879-04-04 4 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated bt Royal Chartkri.) Subscribed Capital Paid-up Capital 250,000 Fire Reserve Fund... 31st Dec., 1877... £829,577 Fire Premium Reserve 302,671 Total Fire Reserves **L l «>4~« Income of the Fire Department, Net Premiums and Interest... 908,014 The undersigned, Agents83 words
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77 1879-04-04 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 voyages77 words
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31 1879-04-04 4 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine risks 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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Advertisement116 1879-04-04 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLE I ROAD. Notic*. On and after the 1st Januair, Ice wiJl be 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 or116 words
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Advertisement132 1879-04-04 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, OF THE LATEST SURVEY, NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Moderate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Price or E»cu. Nautical Almanac Charts, de (Double Sheet) 1.80. y (Single 6heet) 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u. c.) NOTICE. From the Ist of January next132 words
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Advertisement83 1879-04-04 1 ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSOOIATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWRITERS, DUNDEE. The undersigned request that Masters of Vessels insured in the above associations immediately communioate with them in case ofloss or dtmaire. CAMERON DUNLOP A CO. Agents. (u. c.) Singapore, Uth June, 1878. MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured83 words
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Article46 1879-04-04 2 Thi Italian Mail steamer Sumatra, Caboara, Commander, will be despatched from Singapore on the 20th May lor 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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Article41 1879-04-04 2 Thi British steamer PALADIN,” 900 tons, Captain Parker, may be expected here on or about the 4th instant, en route to above port. For freight apply to 8ARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, 1st April, 1879. (to 4th inst.) j41 words
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70 1879-04-04 2 Thk B. I. 6. N. Co’s, steamer Simla, Captain Feank<, will leave the roads tor above porta, at 3 p. m. on Saturday the 5tk instant She will also take Passengers and Cargo for Akyab, Bitnlipatam, Cocons da, Madras Ac., For Freight or70 words
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Article116 1879-04-04 2 In the matter of proceedings for composition with Creditors instituted by Koh Ah Tong and Ko i Yeok Seng, trading together in Copartnership at Nos. 51 and 52 K ling Street, Singapore, under the name or chop of Bun Seng What. A General Meeting of the116 words
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158 1879-04-04 2 Division of Singapore. In the Matter of a Bankruptcy petition against himself by Shinnerappala Meric an residing at No 43 North Bridge Road Singapore. ShinnerappVLA MsricAN having on the 3rd day of April 1879, presented a petition against158 words
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45 1879-04-04 2 Thk undersigned have been authorized to issue policies of Insurance against all rusks on goods shipped in the steamers of the Company, on the usual terms and rates. W. MANSFIELD CO. Agents 0. S. S. Coy. Singapore, 4th April, 1879.45 words
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55 1879-04-04 2 NEW LINE TO PADANG. Via Penang, Acheen. Patti, Analaboe, Tampattoean, Troemon, Nias, Singktl, Baros, Sibogha, Natal, Ayer Bangles and Priamanand the same way back, once every month. The first steamer will leave Singapore on the 3rd Proximo. HAMILTON GRAY A CO. Agents. Singapore, 4th55 words
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STRAITS TIMES FRIDAY, 4TH APRIL, 1879.
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Article139 1879-04-04 2 Singapore, 4th April, 1879. Gambier 425. Black Pepper 7.90. Wnite Pepper, fair quality 13.30. Sigo Flour, Sarawak 3.52 J. Pearl Sago 4.40. Coffee, Bontyne 18. Tin. 21.55. 40s. Mule twis 88. 8} lbs. Shirtings 1-80. 7 do do L 474. 6 do T. Cloth... 99 7 do139 words
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Article203 1879-04-04 2 Per Priam, 4th April. From Hongkong. For Singapore.—An. Howard 3 children, Mr. Kopp and 2 children, Capta n Caldor, Mr. Watson and 4 children, Mrs. Dandy and 4 children, and 451 Chinese. Mail Notices. Mails close for Acheen and Moulmein, per, S. S. Java, at *3 p. in., today.203 words
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REUTER’S TELEGRAMS. (For Straits Times.)
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Article37 1879-04-04 2 London, '\rd April. —The Standard publishes a paragraph to the effect that the creditors of the City of Glasgow Bank have been'offered 18 shillings if they) and they) are disposed to accept.37 words
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Article36 1879-04-04 2 Bombay, Urd April. —The British column has successfully engaged 5,000 Khagianis at Futtehabad killing 4-00 of them. The British loss Wing two Officers killed and 85 rank and tile killed and wounded.36 words
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Article62 1879-04-04 2 London, 3rd April. —Sir Stafford Northcote, Chancellor of the Exchequer, in reply to a question, said a mixed occupation of Roumelia had not yet been arranged. The British Policy was unchanged since the Treaty of Berlin. The Sultan of Turkey believes he will be able to62 words
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Article1759 1879-04-04 2 London, 3rd April. —An increase is proposed in the Duty on Cigars. Outbreak of War in South America. London, 3rd April. —News has just been received to the effect that in consequence of the disputed possession of the Nitrate Mines, Chilian Troops have invaded Bolivia. The latter Government has1,759 words
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Article822 1879-04-04 3 We take the following items from the Sarawak Gazette of 22nd March At the meeting of the Committee of Administration held on the 14th instant, the President informed the members that he had received a letter from H. H. the Rajah, who wished unless there were any matters822 words
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Article1364 1879-04-04 3 The remarkable expedition with which the reinforcements for the Cape have been got ready and embarked shows, at all events, that the changes introduced into our military system of late years have greatly enhanced the mobility of the army. In little more than a fortnight1,364 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement559 1879-04-04 2 £rto abbrrttsrmmts. HONGKONG AND BHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund 1,300,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTOR?. Chairman. W M. H. FORBES, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell Co.) Dandy Chairman—The Hon. W. Keswick (of Messrs. Jardine Matheson A Co.) F. D. SA BBOOII, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Soils559 words
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Advertisement830 1879-04-04 2 SPRING MEETING. FIRST DAY. TUESDAY, 22nd APRIL 1879. First Rack The Administrator’s Cop.—Value 25 Guineas. Presented by His Excellency Col. Anson, C. M. G For all horses that have never won a Race upon the Singapore Course, Roadsters excepted. Entrance s>• Distance once round the course. Weights as per scale.830 words
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Advertisement767 1879-04-04 2 FRENCH FLOWERS. We bave just unpacked Ex: 8. 8. Ajax, a very choice selection of French Flowers. SAYLE A CO. Singapore, 31st March, 1879. AUCTION ALE. To be Sold, pursuant to a decree of the Supreme Court of the Straits Settlements made in a cause of See Enq Moh vs.767 words
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Advertisement181 1879-04-04 2 AUCTION SALE OF AUSTRALIAN HORSES. Landed this morning. The undersigned have received instructions to sell by Public Auction, in Commercial Square, on Tuesday next, Bth April, at 2.30 p. m. ELEVEN AUSTRALIAN HORSES. Landed this morning in capital condition. The shipment comprises four handsome pairs and three riding horses from181 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article88 1879-04-04 3 Thursday, 3rd April. Spanish steamer Gravina, 419 tons, Larriuaga commander, Shield* 19th Feb. consignees E. A H. Hinnekindt. Friday, 4th April. British steamer Ban Yong Seng, 366 tons, Hide commander, Bangkok Ist April, consignees Low Sum A Co. British steamer Ruby, 148 tons, Fox c unmander, Palembang 2nd April,88 words
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Article31 1879-04-04 3 Thursday, 3rd April. Spanish steamer Gravina, Larrinaga, for Manila. Spanish steamer Ghnrruca, Alboron, for Manila. Siamese steamer Kromahtab, Tullock, for Bangkok. Austrian ship Dvanesti Dubrovacki, Braedeich, for London.31 words
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Article673 1879-04-04 3 i I -I Date I L Ships’Names I Captains. I Flag v Rio. or as- Where From. Where Lying Consignees or Agents Destination. RIVALS. I YFN-0F- P M fold, H.N.M’s. str. 87UFeb. 13 Acheen T. P. Wharf. H.N. M',.Consul General. Batavia ilaf K?rk “argunbuat 300 Mar.673 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement474 1879-04-04 3 #totirr«f. NOTICE. The Deli Ma\tschapi>y at Deli invites offers, up to the Ist of May prox:, for the lease of the nutmeg gardens. Vesuvius. U atsburg and Acabar jointly or severally, or for parts of any of them for a period of about 3 years. These gardens are situated on474 words
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Advertisement363 1879-04-04 3 NOTICE. Tenders will be received up to noon on the let July next, for renting the fob aloing Farms for three year®, from the Ist January, 1880: Singapore. Opium Farm Spirit Farm. Penang. Opium Farm Spirit Farm. Malacca. Opium Farm Spirit Farm. Tenders should he addressed l the Colonial Secretary,363 words
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Advertisement518 1879-04-04 3 FOR SALE. Sir Robert Burnett Co.’s Finest Scotch Whiskey. Irish do. Jamaica Ram. Liqueur Old Tom. CAMERON DUNLOP CO, Agents. Singapore, 28th Feb., 1879. (I wk.) NOTICE. E. Barthel hasjust received a large stock of well finished English Lever Watches in gold and silver. Also, a splendid assortment of Watch518 words
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Advertisement446 1879-04-04 3 FOR SALE. Two elegant 2-wheeled pony carta, juat imported, rarniahed in the natural wood, lancewood shafts, wheels with fuatic naves, ellintic springs, Collinges’ patent azlaa. Built by the well-known makers Messrs. Thomson A Co. of Stirling. 1165 each. Apply to POWELL A CO. Auctioneers. Siugapore, 18th March, 1879. NOTICE. My446 words
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Docks.
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703 1879-04-04 4 Thf works of the Company are situated at Tanjong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the following establishments, vix Wharf.— Affording berthage for twenty vessels at one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught, and703 words
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189 1879-04-04 4 This Company executes ships’ repairs of all descriptions in the most efficient manner under the superintendence of European Shipwrights and Engineers. No. 1 Graving Dock. Length-415 feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 151 feet Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving189 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement569 1879-04-04 4 ffltortnantotto. J. MOTION. Chronometer. Watch and Clock Maker, and Optician. Flint Street. Has always on hand a well selected stock of Jewellery, Watche*, Clocks, Nautical Instruments, Ac., comprising Bracelets, Todies’ gold watche, Brooches, Gents’ ditto., Earrings, Silver watches. Lockets, American clocks, Ladies’ rings, Carriage clocks, Bignet rings, Marble clocks, Wedding569 words
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Advertisement663 1879-04-04 4 NOTICE. Katz Bros., have opened out now: Cutlery. Joseph Rodgers and Sons’ best make Table Knives, different kinds. Dessert do do Carving Knives and forks, Pen Knives witb 2 and more blades, snnerior, Razors, single and in boxes of 2,3, or 4 pieces, Plated Ware. A n assortment of electro663 words
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Advertisement142 1879-04-04 4 NETHERLANDS INDIA DISCOUNT COMPANY. The undersigned having been appointed Agents (by Power of Attorney dated Batavia, 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 this place.142 words
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Advertisement607 1879-04-04 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,607 words
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Advertisement713 1879-04-04 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Commercial Sqnare, Beach Street 27. KtntlnT* on hand a well ••'ected and richly amort•d »t/)ck of all B'lropean and other mod*. Moderate term* and Hal ten fort Sent ton- Hehben *t«*d« waehrend ein ionr* Wen I "oor radi* een wohlaeeortir- *««nrti*|ryk aeeortite« fairer713 words
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