Singapore Daily Times, 16 April 1879
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Title Section12 1879-04-16 1 Singapore Daily Times. No. 13,754 VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, WEDNESDAY, IGth APRIL, 1879.12 words
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Article, Illustration413 1879-04-16 1 Office—D’Almeida Street. Godowns—At New Harbour. The underacted are the dates on wbicb this Company's Mail Bteamers may be ex pwted to arrive at Singapore during the year 1 879 OcrwiiD. Hoaiw*ai». Tnarfay Tint Jm Friday loth Jan. f#>. M ISth Jth Mar. -r*’ ujj413 words
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Article145 1879-04-16 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achilles. Antenor. PlOMED. DEUCALION. NE8TOR. GLAUCU8. Priam. Anchises. Sarpedon. Orestes. Hector. Stentor. Mknelaus. Teucer. The Coy’s Strainers are despatched from Livetpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have rccod modaticn for first and third145 words
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269 1879-04-16 1 The followin', are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritime, may he expected to arrive here during the current year of™*!.. rw? ABD February 17 isins>7 S4Ux Monday, 01 An »> <■<> ‘s M.y 11 AP" 1 in jo 25 do I J„»269 words
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175 1879-04-16 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, Bimlipatain, Vizagapatam, Coconada, Masulipatam, Madras, Calicut, Tellicbery Ac., during the current year at the undernoted dates:— Saturday, March 2Pth Saturday,175 words
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946 1879-04-16 1 The Steamers of the above Company will nowply between Singapore andßata via every fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours aftei the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Money, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia Padang 04 Cheribon946 words
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Insurance.
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Article72 1879-04-16 1 Capital 1 1,500.000. Paid-np 133.332. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. Jardine Mathbson k Co., Hongkong. The undersigned, Agents for the Office, are authorised to insure goods by A. I. Sailing Vessels or Steamers to the extent of 3100,000 on each bottom, and on the Block72 words
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47 1879-04-16 1 Established 18.36. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned has been appointed Agent at Singapore for the above Company, and ia prepared to accept risks by first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER, Agent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. fn. o.)47 words
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Article56 1879-04-16 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every description of property at the current Rites of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1877, £254,303.917. Claims arranged by the Local Agents, and paid with promptitnde and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents. MARTIN. DYCE A CO.56 words
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Article42 1879-04-16 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 enstomary terms. HAMILTON. GRAY k CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (u. c.)42 words
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49 1879-04-16 1 The undersigned, Agents for the above Oompany, are prepared to issue Policies covering Marine Risks on goods to all pqrtof the world. Policies payable one month after due notice and proof of loss is given. HOOGLANDT k 00.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. (u.c.)49 words
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45 1879-04-16 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 CO. Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. R- c45 words
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69 1879-04-16 1 Bead 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 ail risks foi coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to Europe69 words
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44 1879-04-16 1 Capital 2,000,000. FUNDB in REBERVE EXCLUSIVE OF Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang: BOUSTEAD k 00. Fire department Limit £12,000, on? a first class risk. Life department: Limit £2,000 on ne life. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. (a. o.)44 words
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Article31 1879-04-16 1 Capital Cl.oon.ntio. A CHTEF OFFICE 5 London 79. Corjjhill E. C. Edinburgh. $1 George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (n. c.)31 words
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70 1879-04-16 1 Capital 10.000,000 Francs. The undersigned. Agents for the above Company, are prepared to take risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. 334 o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks70 words
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190 1879-04-16 1 Ofpices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings. 60Gracechurch Street. London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq m. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The security offered by the Qneen,, to Policy190 words
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64 1879-04-16 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 tbe lowest current64 words
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87 1879-04-16 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 to87 words
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52 1879-04-16 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 nsnal terms. PATERSON, SIMONS A GO. Singapore, Ist April,52 words
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42 1879-04-16 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Slebling 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 00. Agents. Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (a. o.)42 words
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96 1879-04-16 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. Frk« Policies issued which can never altogether lapse through non-payment of premiums. No extra charge96 words
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46 1879-04-16 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 u c>46 words
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104 1879-04-16 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 Street CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd. Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Coston.) CHAIRMAN IN LIVKRPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW. Alex.104 words
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209 1879-04-16 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Stirling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson.Esq Vice Chairman—Ja.8. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, f.LA. CHIEF OFFICES: 50 Edinburgh, 17 Georgr Street. 2K s ™r ,i, i— Manchester, 47 Brown Street. The undersigned haring been appointed Agents of the above209 words
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102 1879-04-16 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. (Messrs. Melrhers. A Co.' .1. P Rarnes (Messrs. Holliduv.Wise A. Co.' A T. Manser, (Messrs.Don*lM.TAnraikACo.) H. Nioaise, (Romeo Comt*dt Ltd.) J. .1. dos Remedies,102 words
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135 1879-04-16 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-tip and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard .T. Ashton. Esq. Alfred Qnneer. Esq. Thomas O. Barclay, William Hawthorn, Robert C. L. Reran, Genre* Hihhert, Percival Rosanquet, Samuel Hyde, James Brand, William T.ynll, Charles Care. Charles Marryat. Oeoree H Chambers,135 words
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56 1879-04-16 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 enstomary 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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82 1879-04-16 4 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal Charter^) Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Paid-up Capital 250,000 Fire Reserve Fund... 31st Dec., 1877... £829,577 Fire Premium Reserve 302,671 Total Fire Reserves ..1.132,248 Income of the Fire Department, Net Premiums and Interest... 908,014 The undersigned, Agents fur82 words
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77 1879-04-16 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 1879-04-16 4 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine risks at current rates. PATERSON SIMONB A CO. Singapore, 18th Dec., 1878 (u. c.)31 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement113 1879-04-16 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Hotiob. On and after the lit January, Ice will be aold 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. Ticket* for 2, 3 or 5113 words
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Advertisement162 1879-04-16 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, OF THE LATEST SURVEY, and NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Moderate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the BAILORS’ HOME. Price of Eacu. Nautical Almanac L 25Charts, de (Double Sheet) 1-80. j (Single Sheet) 0-90-Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u. c.) G. R. LAMBERT’S Photographic Rooms. Orchard162 words
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Advertisement83 1879-04-16 1 ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSOCIATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWRITERS, DUNDEE. The undersigned request that Masters of Vessels insured in the above associations immediately communicate with them in case ofloss or d imaee. CAMERON DUNLOP CO. Agents, (u. c.) Singapore, 11th June, 1878. MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured83 words
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Article48 1879-04-16 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. A H. HINNEKINDT, Agents. Singapore, 8th April, 1879. to 17th inst.48 words
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59 1879-04-16 2 NEW LINE TO PADANG. Vi k 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 A59 words
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70 1879-04-16 2 The B. I. S. N. Co.’s steamer Euphrates, will leave the Roads for above ports at 3 p. m. on Saturday next, the 19th instant. She will also take Passengers and Cargo for Akyab, Bimlipatam, Coconada, Madras Ac., Ac. For Freight or Passage,70 words
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Article44 1879-04-16 2 Messrs. Apcab A Co.’s steamer “JAPAN," 1,865 tons, Captain Gardner, may be expected here on or about the 28th 1 instant, en route to above port. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIESA MOSES, Agents. Singapore, 16th April, 1879. to 28th inst.44 words
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STRAITS TIMES
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789 1879-04-16 2 Gambier I 4.20. Black Pepper 8.25. White Pepper, fair quality 13.25. Saco Flour, Sarawak 3.45. Pearl Sago 4.42 J. Coffee, Bontyne 18. Tin 21.50. 60s. Mule twiat 85. 7i lba. Shirtings 1.60 7 do do 1.474. 4 do T.789 words
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Article2688 1879-04-16 2 The Natal Mercury of the 29th January gives the following account of the battle of Isandhwlana, and we subjoin Lieut. Chard’s despatch describing the gallant defence of the missionary house at Rorke’s Drift by himself and Lieut. Bromhead, with some 80 men of the 24th Regiment on2,688 words
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Article1459 1879-04-16 3 The following items of news are translated from the N. I. journals for the Straits Timet Another Earthquake in Batavia. Last night, at about 4 o’clock, another very severe but short shock of earthquake was felt at Batavia.”— Java Bode, Ist April. Earthquake.— From Buitenzorg a correspondent1,459 words
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Correspondence.
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465 1879-04-16 3 To the Editor of the Daily Time*. Deab Sib, —Your able article of yesterday on the subject of the treatment by Colonel Anson of the members of the Civil Service, in appointing Brevet Major Squirl over their heads to be Acting Lieut.-Gov-emor of Malacca, will commend465 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement620 1879-04-16 2 #fto gfobfrtttfrmfnt*. HONGKONG AND BHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000,000 Dollar*. Rewire Fund 1,300,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTOR?. Chairman. —WM. H. Forbes, E*q. (of Messrs. Russell Co.) Deputy Chairman.—' The Hon. W. Keswick (of Messrs. Jardine Matheson A Co.) F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A620 words
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Advertisement551 1879-04-16 2 #rto g]jbfrtKfrmrnt& RACES. Spring Meeting. Satins In all the favorite color**, and I° r Silks. Racing Jackets and Caps. White Kerseymere—for Racine Breeches. SAYLE CO. Singapore, 8th April, 1879. Ex: GLENEAGLES.” We have just unpacked Ladies’ black Silk Gloves 2,4,6, buttons. White Kid Gloves 4 buttons. Lace Mitts, 11 in.551 words
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Advertisement363 1879-04-16 2 #rto ?^bfrttefnunt0. NOTICE. The undersigned will sell by Public Auction in the Square, on Thursday, 17th April, at 2.30 p. m. A fashionable barouche by Lambert Bros nearly new. Pair Australian horses, well matched, and accustomed to hard work. Double set of plated harness. The property of H. F. MAAOK,363 words
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Notices.
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Article46 1879-04-16 3 The Italian Mail steamer Sumatra, Caboara, Commander, will be despatched from Singapore on the 20th May for Naples, Genoa and Marseilles. She has superior accommodation for first class passengers which can now be booked. REME BROTHERS, Agents. Singapore, sth March, 1879. to 20th May.46 words
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32 1879-04-16 3 LONDON PROVINCIAL MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY. The undersigned are prepared to accept risks by steamers the usual bonus being allowed on premia. GUTHRIE A CO. Agents. Singapore, 3rd April, 1879. to 30th inst.32 words
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Article59 1879-04-16 3 The S. S. Glencoe, Captain W. A. Gulland, and the S. S. Gleneagles, Captain Geo. S. Macßain, with the new Season’s Teas, will leave Singapore, about the Ist June next, and have good accommodation for 181 and 2nd class passengers. For further particulars, apply to MARTIN DYCE A59 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article33 1879-04-16 3 Wednesday, 16tb April. Dutch steamer Tambora, 1,337 tons, de Hart commander, Batavia 13th April, consignees Hamilton Gray A Co, Siamese brig Marcurie, 120 tons, Nacodah, Batavia 3rd April, consignee Kim Ah Mah.33 words
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Article47 1879-04-16 3 Tuesday, 15th April. Siamese barque Burra Noorfol, Wargilski, for Singorah. British steamer Antenor, Jones, for Hongkong A Shanghai. British steamer Weazel, Burlingham, for Siak. Danish steamer Norden, Raysen, for Calantan. British steamer Shuaydagone, Bowen, for Penang A Rangoon. British steamer Penang, Mclndoe, for Cheribon.47 words
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Article682 1879-04-16 3 Date i Ships’ Names. Captains. Flag a Rig. g of ar- Where From. Where Lying Consignees or Agents. Distination. RIVALS. MEN-OF-WAF Kestrel Edwards H. M’s. str. 593 Apr. 2 Malacca Roads Senior Naval Officer. Station Foxhound iNowell H. M's. str. 420 Apr. 7 Malta Do. Senior682 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement558 1879-04-16 3 FOR SALE. Ex. S. S. Kong gee. (From Messrs. SybrySearls Co., Sheffield.) Cast Steel Sizes, 3/4” and 7/8” inches,—l6 feet lengths. CAMERON DUNLOP CO. Singapore, 26th March, 1879. FOR SALE. Superior Tinto wine, “Chateau Girona, regalarly imported by direct steamers from Barcelona. E. A H. HINNEKINDT. Sole Agents for the558 words
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Advertisement583 1879-04-16 3 flotfcw. AUCTION PALE. To b® Sold, pursuant to a decree of the Supreme Court of the Straits Settlements made in a cause of Sek Eng Mohr« See Boon Tiono and others, with the approbation of the Chief Justice, by Mr. C. E. Crane, the person appointed by the said Judge,583 words
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Advertisement543 1879-04-16 3 DRUMMOND, GAQGINO A CO. Ship Chandlers, Provision Merchants Ac. i Have just received Ham, Cheese, But* I ter, Beef and Pork in Kegs, Preserves, Wines, Cigars Ac. Singapore, 10th April, 1879. MAD A ME B. BOURGOIN. French Milliner and Dressmaker, 31, Orchard Road. Has the honor to inform the ladies543 words
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Advertisement347 1879-04-16 3 ftotltttf' FOR SALE. Two elegant 2-wheeled pony carts, just imported, varnished in the natural wood, lancewood shafts, wheels with fustic naves, elliptic springs, Oollinges’ patent axles. Built by the well-known makers Messrs. Thomson A Co. of Stirling. 1165 each. Apply to POWELL A CO. Auctioneers. Singapore, 18th March, 1879. FOR347 words
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Docks.
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701 1879-04-16 4 T„« work, of the Company ire.(touted at Taniong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore. ud eompriie the following establishments, viz Wharf.—Affording herth«m for twenty vassals .tone time with sufficient water .lot.Slide for vessels of the beaneet dransht, M d protected by701 words
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190 1879-04-16 4 This Company execute* ships’ repair* of all description* in the moat efficient manner under the superintendence of European Shipwright* and Engineer*. No. 1 Graving Dock. Length—415 feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 15J feet Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graying190 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement569 1879-04-16 4 ifiistfllaiuous. j. MOTION. Chbonoketeb, Watch and Clock Maker. and Optician. Flint Street. Has always on hand a well selected stock of Jewellery, Wstckes, Clocks, Nauticsl Instmments, 4c., comprising Bracelets, Ladies’ gold watche, Brooches. Gents’ ditto., Earrings, Silver watches. Lockets. American clocks, Ladies’ rings, Carriage clocks, Signet rings, Marble clocks, Wedding569 words
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Advertisement636 1879-04-16 4 JMferrllanrmHL NOTICE. Katz Bros., have opened out now: Cutlfry. 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 electro636 words
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Advertisement179 1879-04-16 4 NETHERLANDS INDIA DISCOUNT COMPANY. The undersigned having been appointed Agents f 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 this179 words
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Advertisement603 1879-04-16 4 jHttnllannras. JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers of European, China, Japan and Manila Goods; OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Cloce Makers Jewellers and Goldsmiths; WINE, SPIRIT AND PROVISION MERCHANTS. Outfitting Department. Gentlemens outfits made up on the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine603 words
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Advertisement715 1879-04-16 4 ifltsrrllanfotts. KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG. Commercial Square, Beach Street 27. Have %l war* Halteu fort- Sont tou- Hebben .teed. op bend a well *aehrend ein lour* Wen veor radi* een Ski an d wofch**ntir.ja«*orti« ryk aeaortirioWj amort- tee T**er al- 1 lan a ton* went van Eustock715 words
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