Singapore Daily Times, 9 April 1879
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Title Section12 1879-04-09 1 Singapore Daily Times. SINGAPORE, WEDNESDAY, 9th APRIL, 1879. No. 13,750 VOL. XX.12 words
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Article, Illustration411 1879-04-09 1 Office—'D’Almeida Street. Godowns—At New Harbour. The nr demoted are tbe dates on which this Cowpanv’s Mail Steamers tray he ex arrive ai year 1879: 3 Omar. Ho«nr*ai*. Tiwrisy 21»t J» Friday lmh 4*b Uth 18th Feb- 4th Mar M 18th M,r a st two.411 words
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Article148 1879-04-09 1 Aoamimbok. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achilles. Antenor. Diomed. Deucalion. N EBTOR. GLAUCUB. Priam. Ancbises. Parpbdon. Orestes. Hector. Stbntor. Menelaus. Teucer. The Coy’B Sts a mere are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, aDd from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accon modaticn for148 words
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258 1879-04-09 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Mantiroes may be expected to arrive here during the current year:— Outward. Ho An 1879 1879. 12F.kru.Tj I 17 o fi j. 1 31 do 12 MMch l*fh"»r, 28 do Mmd„, April 1 «*£i258 words
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161 1879-04-09 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. Dimiipatam, Vizagapatam, Coconada, Masnlipatam. Madras, Calicut, Tellicbery Ac., during the current year at the undernoted dates Saturday, March 2!*th Saturday,161 words
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Article46 1879-04-09 1 ruxv rXiivflnu uauvoA***Messrs. Apcaß 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, 1879.46 words
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952 1879-04-09 1 The Steamers of the above Company will 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 Man* j!t Cicribon 5° I Samarang vi» Batana B 8952 words
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Insurance.
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Article120 1879-04-09 1 Capital S 1,500.000. Paid-up 133.332. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. Jardine Matheson A Co., Hongkong. The underififcned, Agents for the Office, are authorised -io insure goods by A. I. Sailing Vessels or Steamers to the extent of 1100,000 on each bottom, and on the Block120 words
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Article56 1879-04-09 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon 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 jnrisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents. MARTIN. DYCE A CO.56 words
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Article42 1879-04-09 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. fu. c.)42 words
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48 1879-04-09 1 The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to issue Policies covering Marine Risks on goods to all partof the world. Policies payable one month after due notice and proof of loss is given. HOOGLANDT A CO.) Singapore, sth April, 1866.48 words
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46 1879-04-09 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 A CO. Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. u. o.46 words
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69 1879-04-09 1 Head Office, Batayia. 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 risks to Europe69 words
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44 1879-04-09 1 Capital 2,000,000. Funds in reserve exclusive of Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang: BOUSTEAD A 00. Fire depabtment: 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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Article30 1879-04-09 1 Capital ei.ooo.ftno. CHTEF OEET^E* S London 79. Cornhtt.t. E. U. Edinburgh. 31 Georgf Street. Agents for Sineanorp. BOUSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (n. c.)30 words
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73 1879-04-09 1 Capital 10.000,000 Francs. The undersigned. Agents for the above I Company, are prepared to take risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. 334 °/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all73 words
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196 1879-04-09 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insnrance Buildings. fiOGracechurch Street. London. Chairman of the Company Bernard Hall.Esqre. Deputy Chairman William Hind, B.qre. Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq m. p. Depnty Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The security offered by196 words
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64 1879-04-09 1 Head Office, Batayia. 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. TTiey are also prepared to take Fire risks of every description at the lowest current64 words
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87 1879-04-09 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 *****. 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 1879-04-09 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 terms. PATERSON, SIMONS A CO. Singapore, Ist April,52 words
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42 1879-04-09 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sxerlino Extension of Limits. One F rst class risk 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS A GO. Agents. Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (u. c.)42 words
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96 1879-04-09 1 Established lß+O.and BmßowmdWßp* fiial Act of Parliament. Capital One Million. Linn Assonances ofsTsry ds«riptien granted. Retiring Provisions combined with Life Assurance. Free Policies issued which can nevsr altogether lapse through non-payment of premiums. 4-. Atowatra charge for sea Pm-W96 words
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46 1879-04-09 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 here. CAMERON, DUNLOP A 00., Agents Singapore, 11th lB7B (u- C -146 words
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102 1879-04-09 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANT. Manchester—Exchange Street. Liverpool—2B, Exchang Street East Birmingham—l 2, Bennett’s Hill. London—lo. Cornhill. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Streot. Bristol—so, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN in MANCHESTER. John Todd, Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Ooston,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW. Alex.102 words
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217 1879-04-09 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldbon.Esq Vice Chairman— Ja8. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrobi Smith, f.ia. CHIEF OFFICES: P Edinburgh, 17 Gkoror Strut. i f 2 Kino William Lo do! Strut. r f Oriel Chambers, Liverpool Water Street. Manchester, 47217 words
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102 1879-04-09 4 Capital 12,000.000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jar dine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, E«q. iMmum. MelMiera. k Co.) J, P Rarnea (Messrs. Hol)M*v.Wi*e A Co.) l.T.Mwter, (Messrs.DonsUi.LeursikACo.) H. Nicaiee, (Borneo Company Ltd.) J. .T. doe Remedies, (J.102 words
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136 1879-04-09 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid -op and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Rirh'rd .1. Ashton, Esq Denser. Esq. Themes O. Rarolsv, William Hawthorn, Robert C. T,. Reran. Oeonre Hihhert, Peroival Roaanqnet, Samuel Hrde. .Tames Brand. William T.rall. Charles Cave. Charles Marryat Oeonre H. Chambers,136 words
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56 1879-04-09 4 The undersigned have been appointed agents for the above Company and are prepared to accept risks upon cargo by steamer or Bailing vessel on the customary terms. The usual discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages and on risks to Europe and America. REME BROTHERS.56 words
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86 1879-04-09 4 London and Edinburgh. I Established 1809. (Incorporated bt Royal Chartkri.) Subscribed Capital £2 »000,000 Paid-up Capital 250,000 Fire Reserve Fund... j 31st Dec., 1877... £829,577 i Fire Premium Reserve 302,671 Total Fire Reserves ~1,132,248 Income of the Fire Department, Net Premiums and Interest... 908,01486 words
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77 1879-04-09 4 Thk UNDKRBIONED, Agents for the “Italia” Marine Insurance Company Limited, at Genos, 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 1879-04-09 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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Advertisement115 1879-04-09 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Honor On and after the let January, Ice will be sold retail, at the rate of 3 Cents perpound. The Ice House U opened for the sale of Ice daily from 6 a. m. to 6 P. M. Tickets for 2, 3 or 5115 words
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Advertisement133 1879-04-09 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, OF THE LATEBT SURVEY, and NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Moderate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Price or Eacn. Nautical Almanacs 1-25-Charts. de (Double Sheet) 1-80- 2? (Single Sheet) 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u. c.) NOTICE. From the Ist of January133 words
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Advertisement84 1879-04-09 1 ARBROATH COMMERCIAL A8SOCIATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWRITERS, DUNDEE. The undersigned request that Master* of Vessels insured in the above associations immediately communicate with them in case ofloss or d image. CAMERON DUNLOP A CO. Agent*, (u. c.) Singapore, Uth June, 1878. MONTROSE UNDERWRITING A880CIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels84 words
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49 1879-04-09 2 Thi undersigned have been authorized to issue policies of Insurance against all ritks on goods shipped in the steamers of the Company, on tne usual terms and rates. W. MANSFIELD A CO. Agents 0. S. S. Coy. Singapore, 4th April, 1879. to 4th May.49 words
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64 1879-04-09 2 LONDON PROVINCIAL MARINE IN URANCE COMPANY. Thi undersigned are prepared to accept risks by steamers the usual bonus being allowed on premia. GUTHRIE A CO. Agents. Singapore, 3rd April, 1879. to 30tb inst. TO BE LET With immidiati Entry. That commodious and well situated dwelling house in Tanjong Paggar, known64 words
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Article114 1879-04-09 2 In the matter of proceedings for composition with Creditors instituted by Koh Ah Yong and Koh Yiok Sing, trading together in Copartnership at Nos. 51 ana 52 KlingStreet, Singapore, under the name or chop of Bun Sing What. A General Meeting of the Creditors of the114 words
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57 1879-04-09 2 Via Penang, Acheen. Patti, Rigas, Analaboe, Tampattoean, Troemon, Nias, Sing kel, Baros, Sibogha, Natal, Ayer Bangies and Priaman and the same way back, once every month. The first steamer will leave Singapore on the 3rd Proximo. HAMILTON GRAY CO. Agents.57 words
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Article59 1879-04-09 2 Thi S. 8. Glencoe, Captain W. A. Galland, and the 8. S. Gleneogles, Captain Geo. 8. MacBain, with the new Season’s Teas, will leave Singapore, about the 1st June next, and hare good accommodation for 1st and 2nd class passengers. For further particulars, apply to MARTIN DYCE A59 words
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Article47 1879-04-09 2 The Spanish steamer Cadiz, Captain J. M. de Echeita, due here on the 17th instant, has room for cargo for the above port, which can now be engaged. She has splendid accommodation for passengers. E. H. HINNEKINDT, Agents. Singapore, Bth April, 1879. to 17th inst.47 words
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Domestic Occurence.
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Article15 1879-04-09 2 At Fern Cottage, on the 9th instant, Mrs. J. G. Makertoom of a daughter.15 words
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STRAITS TIMES WEDNESDAY, 9TH APRIL, 1879.
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Article137 1879-04-09 2 Singapore, 9th April, 1879. Gauib er 4 25. Black Pepper 7.90. White Popper, fair quality 13.30. Sago Flour, Sarawak 3.40. Pearl Sago 4.42*. Coffee, Bontyne 18. Tin 21.55. 4 A a. Mul« twis 88. 8* lbs. Shirtings 1.60. 7 do do 1.47*. 6 do T. Cloth 99137 words
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Article1288 1879-04-09 2 Per M. M. mail steamer Emime, from Batavia on the Bth April. For Singapore. —l 7 Arabs, 65 Chinese and 8 Javanese. For Hongkong.— Messrs. P. Victor and J. Achebs. For Marseilles.— General Wuchers van H endem, wife and 3 children, Mr. and Mrs. Gaade, Mr. and Mrs. Eschauzier1,288 words
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2180 1879-04-09 2 Last Friday's Gazette contained Major Grey's Report on the Criminal Gaol for last year, aud more than usual interest attaches to it in view of the recent controversy, which however we have no intention of reviving, relative to the healthiness and capacity2,180 words
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Article938 1879-04-09 3 The following items of intelligence are translated from the N. I. journals for the Straits Times Eaithquakz at Batavia. Tbe buffalo which, in the opinion of the natives, supports the world, feels itself of late oppressed by the weight of the latter, in the Batavia Buiteozorg direc938 words
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Article552 1879-04-09 3 (From an occasional Correspondant.) Peneng, 4th Apbil, 1879. On Friday last we had the pleasure of welcoming to our Island the Ex-Presi-dent of the United States, General U. S. Grant, Mrs. Grant and party. Immediately on the steamer arriving, the Harbour Master went on board to bring the distinguished552 words
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Correspondence.
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Article134 1879-04-09 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sir,—Does it not strike you that the Officers of the Municipality—if not the august Commissioners themselves—arc somewhat behind the age in forwarding reports of the proceedings at their meetings for publication only some weeks after the meetings have been held. Of134 words
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Article320 1879-04-09 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sib,— I learn that the Committee of the Raffles Library and Museum have at length decided on appealing to the Residents of Singapore for funds wherewith to provide a new and suitable building for the establishments in question. It320 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement456 1879-04-09 2 #rto aibtrtisnmntg. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000.000 Mara. Raaaraa Fund 1,800,000 Mars. COURT OP DIRECTORS. Chairman.—Wm. H. Fosbjs, Eiq. (ol Messrs. Russell A Go.) Deputy Chairman.—The Hon. W. Kiswici (of Messrs. Jardine Matheson A Co.). F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Ssssoon Sons A Co.)456 words
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Advertisement811 1879-04-09 2 AUCTION U ALE. To be Sold, pursuant to a decree of the Supreme Court of the Straits Settlements made in a cause of See Eng Moh t>*. See Boon Tionq and others, with the approbation of the Chief Justice, by Mr. C. E. Crave, the person appointed by the said811 words
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Advertisement218 1879-04-09 2 MILLINERY. Ex. Gleneaglet. We are this day (Tuesday) unpacking a very choice selection of Ladies’ Trimmed Bonnets and Hats. An inspection is respectfully solicited. SAYLE A CO. Singapore, Bth April 1879. NOTICE. The 0. S. 8. Co.’s steamer Diomed, Captian Jackson, having left Hongkong on 7th instant, may be expected218 words
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Notices.
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Article159 1879-04-09 3 In the Supreme Court of the Straits Settlements. 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 Mexican having on i the 3rd day of April 1879, presented a petition159 words
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Article50 1879-04-09 3 The Italian Mail steamer Sumatra, Caboara, Commander, will be despatched from Singapore on the 20th May for Napies, 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. Singapore, 25th March, 1879.50 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article106 1879-04-09 3 Tuesday, Bth April. Spanish steamer Paragua, 427 tons, Gil commander, Manila 2nd April, consignees Svrne Co. n British steamer Paladin, 1,024 tons, Parker commander, Calcutta 24th March, consignees Sarkies Moses. M. M. steamer Etnirne, 727 tons, Pallissier commander, Batavia 6th March, consignees tfessageries Maritimes. Siamese steamer Bangkok, 336 tons,106 words
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Article21 1879-04-09 3 Tuesday, Bth April. British steamer Thales, Lamont. for Bangkok. British steamer Lord of the Isles, Andenon, for Hongkong.21 words
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Article405 1879-04-09 3 WNa«». C«™m.|rL»*R.a. oWh,eeF*o». Whee.Lt,»o ;Ooee.o»«« S o. i 9 ,»t,.|D. B r.»E™». 5*5“ Sw; oyfe 25Malacca Roads lE.E.A.iC.Telegraph Co. Orders Sberard Osborn Wore ley JSS,' Malacca Do. Colonial Government. Malacca Pinto Huddle Col. str. 180 Bar. T. P. Wharf Hamilton Gray 4 Co. Batavia Amboina Cramer405 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement181 1879-04-09 3 CAIRNHILL PROPERTY. The undersigned are instructed to sell by Public Auction or otherwise that valuable freehold property known as Cairnhill co-tainingan area of Acres 71. 2. 24 and bounded by Orchard Road, Mount Elizabeth Estate, Erin Lodge property and Monks hill. Cairnhill house is at present i let at 145181 words
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Advertisement267 1879-04-09 3 NOTICE. My wife, Nio Hay Neo, having left mv honse and protection against my wish and consent since the 13th March 1879. I do hereby notify that I have divorced her entirely from me, and that I will not hold myself responsible for any debts she may contract in my267 words
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Advertisement460 1879-04-09 3 FOR SALE. Sib Robert Burnett St Co.’s Finest Scotch Whiskey. Irish do. Jamaica Rum. Liqueur Old Tom. CAMERON DUNLOP k CO, I Agents. Singapore, 28th Feb., 1879. (1 wh.) AUCTION SALE. Of Freehold and Leasehold Property. NOTICE. The undersigned has received instructions from the Equitable Mortgagees with the consent of460 words
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Advertisement323 1879-04-09 3 FOR SALE. Two elegant 2-wheeled pony carta, just importod, varnished in the natural wood, lancewood shafts, wheels with fustic naves, elliptic springs, Collinses’ patent axles. Built by the well-known makers Messrs. Thomson k Co. of Stirling. $165 each. Apply to POWELL k CO. Auctioneers. Siugapore, 18th March, 1879. NOW READY.323 words
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Docks.
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693 1879-04-09 4 Tn works of tke Oompony sresitostod St Tsajoßc Psg*T, within on. miU of the town of Sinrtporr, Md compnie th« fol. lowine establishments, viz Wham.—Affording horthwe for rrncls .tone time with ."ft**?! alongside for re««li of the hesrieet draught, md protected bj breakwater from693 words
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193 1879-04-09 4 This Company executes ships’ repairs of all descriptions in the most efficient manner under the superintendence of European Shipwrights and Engineers. No. 1 Geatiio Dock. Length—4ls feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 15* feet Width at Bntranoe 42 feet. No. 2. Gbavihg193 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement574 1879-04-09 4 jMferfllanfMi*. J. MOTION. Chronometer. Watch and Clock Maker, and Optician. Flint Street. Has always on hand a well selected stock of Jewellery, Watcheg, 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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Advertisement665 1879-04-09 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 with 2 and more blades, superior. Razors, single and in boxes of 2, 3, or 4 pieces, Plated Ware. An assortment of electro665 words
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Advertisement181 1879-04-09 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.181 words
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Advertisement602 1879-04-09 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Impobtim 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 shorten notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine Tweeds,602 words
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Advertisement709 1879-04-09 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG. Commercial Sqnare, Beack Street 27. Hat* *lw*y* on h*nd a well and richly amort•d stock of all E’lropaan and other (rood*. Mod* term* earefnl tendance. and Halten fort- Sont ton- Hehbenst«*d* waehrend ein four* Men roor radi* een wohla««ortir- as*orti*|ryk aenortitea Laser al-709 words
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