Singapore Daily Times, 2 May 1879
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Title Section13 1879-05-02 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. v SINGAPORE, FRIDAY, 2nd MAY, 1879. No. 13,76813 words
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Article, Illustration379 1879-05-02 1 Offic^-D’Almeida Street. Gol>ow»»-At New Harbour. Thi ur-demoted are tbe dates on whicb this Company's Mai! Steamers may be expected to arrive at Singappre dun«*.U>.e Te 'oSiTit. Ho. S 'T 22 J *1 r? a **> S a Si i. w aa. z z "i379 words
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Article147 1879-05-02 1 Aoambmnon. Ulysbes. Ajax. Patroclus. A chillis. Antrnor. Diombd. Diucalion. Nestor. Glaucub. Priam. Ancbibrb. Sabpbdon. Orestes. Hector. Stbntob. Menilaub. Teuceb. The Coy’s St< smers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accor modaticn for first147 words
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238 1879-05-02 1 The following a™ tke datea 011 w ucll the (learners of the Meeaagenea Mantimee may be expected to »m»e here during the current year:— °™r “K** w d kr ,rrt^' -cir, I g*s? H- S I Jane f'T-i. JHL ——-m- wr 28 do 1#? JU JJ238 words
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178 1879-05-02 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, Bimlipatam. Vizagapatam, CoMasulipatam, Madam,. Calicut-lel* )ich*y Ac., during the current year at the undernoted dates Saturday, March feth Saturday, August,178 words
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Article44 1879-05-02 1 Messrs. Apcab A Co.’s steamer “Ja nan," 1,865 tons, Captain Gardner, may De expected here on or about the 21st instant, en rovie to above ports. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist May, 1879.44 words
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Article42 1879-05-02 1 Messrs. A pcab Co.’s steailuer Arratoon Apcar, 1,392 tons, Captato Mac Wish. may be expected here on or about the aBth inst., en route to above port. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist May, 1879.42 words
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950 1879-05-02 1 The Steamers of the above Company will fortnight, leaving Jmgapore 24 hours aftei the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austib Fbiabs, Lobdob. Passage Mobey, Fibst Class. From Singapore to Batavia Padang Cheribon Sauiarang viA Batavia 68 j Sam&rang direct950 words
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Insurance.
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Article72 1879-05-02 1 Capital S 1,500.000. Paid-up 133.332. Reserve Fund 9(k000. General Agents. Messrs. Jardine Matheson A Co., Hongkong. The undersigned, Agents for tbe Office, are authorised to insure goods by A. I. Sailing Vessels or Steamers to the extent of 1100,000 on each bottom, and on the Block72 words
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45 1879-05-02 1 Established 1836. Capital £1.000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned bas been appointed Agent at Singapore for tbe above Company. and is prepared to accept risks by first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER, Agent. Singapore, Uth Foby.-l«78. (u.c.)45 words
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Article55 1879-05-02 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every description of property at the current R itea of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1877, £254,303.817. Claims arranged by the Local AgentP. and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents. MARTIN. DYCE&CO. Singapore,55 words
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Article41 1879-05-02 1 London Offici, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for tbe above Oompany, and are prepared to take risks upon cargo on the customary terms. HAMILTON. GRAY CO. Singapore, 15th Jnly, 1872. (u. c.)41 words
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49 1879-05-02 1 Tbe 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. c49 words
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44 1879-05-02 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 enrrent rates of premium. RAUTENBERG, SCHMIDT A CO. Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877.44 words
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69 1879-05-02 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. 33* 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 1879-05-02 1 Capital 2,000,000. Funds in reserve exclusive of Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang: BOUBTEAD A CO. Fibe department Limit £12,000, on a first class risk. Life department: Limit £2,000 on ne life. Singapore, 19th Sept, 1877. In. o.)44 words
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Article28 1879-05-02 1 Capital ffl.noo.oon. OFETDE'S London 79. Corhhtlt, V O. Edinburgh. 31 Georoe Street. Agents for SingaDore. BOFSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (a. c9_28 words
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72 1879-05-02 1 Capital 10.0ft0.000 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 risks72 words
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187 1879-05-02 1 Offices. 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 seenrity offered by the Queen,, to187 words
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64 1879-05-02 1 Head Office, Batavia. The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to issue Policies covering Marine risks on goods to all parts of the world at reduced rates. They are also prepared to take Fire risks of every description at the lowest current64 words
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86 1879-05-02 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 grant86 words
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52 1879-05-02 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, lit April,52 words
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42 1879-05-02 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Slkrling Extension of Limits. One F rat class risk 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS A CO. Agents Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875, (u. c.)42 words
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95 1879-05-02 1 Established 1840, and Emnoweredby 8pe cial Act of Parliament.Capital One Million. Life Assurances of every description granted. Retiring Provisions combined witu Life Assurance. Frbi Policies issued which can never altogether lapse through non-pay ■s«t of premiums. No extra charge95 words
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46 1879-05-02 1 It is requested that the Masters of all vessels insured in the above Association, haring sustained loss or damage, report themselves to the undersigned immediately on arrival here. CAMERON, DUNLOP A 00., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 (u. c.)46 words
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105 1879-05-02 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester— Exchange Street Liverpool— 2B. Exchang Street East A Birmingham— l 2. Bennett’s Hill. London— lo, Oornhill. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Street, CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. JoHNToDD.Esq. (Messrs. Todd ACJoiton,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Eeq. CHAIRMAN IN105 words
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217 1879-05-02 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Stirling. Chairman —Albxandeb RonALDBOM.EsQ Viet Chairman— Jas. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, 1-I.a. CHIEF OFFICES: fll 1SAAW f 50 W 8T G 10M1 Qla880w 1 Strut. Edinburgh, 17 Georoe Street. L D0K {Wssr Manchester, 47 Brown Strut.217 words
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99 1879-05-02 4 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matbeson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, E*q. MelMiere, k GO J. V Rerne* fMeeere. H«UM«T.Wine k Co.) A.T.Mnnwr, fMes»ni.TV>nclfui.TAnraik*Co.) IT. Nirt«l»e, fßrtrneo Gmmsv Ltd.) J. J, doe Remedioe. (3. J. doe99 words
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134 1879-05-02 4 Capital £1.600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richer* .T. Ashton. Esq. Alt's* Oonwr. Esq. Thoms* O Rarrlay, William Hawthorn. Robert C. L. Reran. Oeoree Hibhart, PercWal Rossnquet, Samuel Hyde. James Rrnnd. William Lvall. Charles Care, Charles Marry**. Georse H. Chambers.134 words
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56 1879-05-02 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 customarv 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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84 1879-05-02 4 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporatkd bt Royal Charteri.) Subscribed Capital Paid-up Capital “M o Fire Reserve Fund... 31st Dec., 1877... £829,577 Fire Premium Reserve 302,671 Total Fire Reserves 1 Income of the Fire Department, NetPre- qaoou miums and Interest... 908,014 The undersigned, Agents84 words
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78 1879-05-02 4 The UNDERSIGNED, Agents for the “Italia” Marine Insurance Company Limited, at Geno*. Have now been authoriied to accept Marine risks upon Cargo by steamer and sailing vessel on the customary terms. ITje usual discount is allowed on all mks for coasting voyages78 words
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29 1879-05-02 4 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine risk* at current rates. PATERSON SIMONS 4 CO. Singapore, 18th Dec 187829 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement113 1879-05-02 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notici. On and after the let January, Ice will be aold retail, at the rate of 3 Centa perpound. 1 The Ice House is opened for the sale of Ice daily from 6 a. to 6 P. M. Tickets for 2, 3 or 5113 words
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Advertisement66 1879-05-02 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, Of THI LATEST SURVEY, and NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Modimti P*icm, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Pbici Of Eacu. Nautical Almanacs Charts, de (Double Sheet) LBO. (Single Sheet) «•>#■ Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u. o.) FRENCH FLOWERS. •Wk bare just unpacked Ex:66 words
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Advertisement84 1879-05-02 1 ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ABSOCIATION. 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 d image. CAMERON DUNLOP St 00. Agents. (u. o.) Singapore, 11th June, 1878. MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessel*84 words
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261 1879-05-02 2 THE PRYE RIVER DOCK COMPANY LIMITED” InCONPOIATID UNDER THI INDIAN ACT X or 1866. CAPITAL I 200,000 In 2000 Shares of* 100 each of which 93,900 have already been subscribed. BOARD CF DIRECTORS. David Brown Esq.—Chairman. T. C. Bogaardt Esq. I G. P. Tolson Esq. J. M. Vermont J. Lamb261 words
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Article45 1879-05-02 2 Thi Italian Mail steamer Sumatra, Cabana* Commander, will be despatched from Singapore on the 20th May for Na* pka, Genoa and Marseille*. She baa superior accommodation for first eke* passengers which can now be BROTHERS, Agent*. Singapore, sth March, 1879. to 20th May.45 words
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Article61 1879-05-02 2 Thb aB. Glencoe, Captain W. A. Gul* land, and the S. 8. Gtenengles, Captain Geo. 8. Mac Bain, with the new Season's Teas, will leave Singapore, about the Ist June next, and have good accommodation for Ist and 2nd clam passengers. For further particulars, apply to MARTIN DYCE61 words
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75 1879-05-02 2 mcun, ivfti’nwo aiiu CAUwunn, The B. I. S. N. Co’s, steamer Khandalla, 1,318 tons Register, will leave the Roads for above port*, at 2 p. m., on Saturday, the 3rd May- She will also take Passengers and Cargo for Akyab, Bimlipatam, Cooonada. Madras.75 words
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56 1879-05-02 2 Via Penang. Acbeen. Patti, Rigas, Analahoe, Tampattooan, Troemon, Nias. Singkel. Baros, Sibogba, 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. Singapore,56 words
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Article45 1879-05-02 2 The Rubattino steamer Sumatra is due here on the 3rd of May, and will have quick despatch for the above port. She has room for Cargo, and splendid accommodation for passengers. Apply to REME BROTHERS, Agents. Singapore, 30th April, 1879. to 5th inst.45 words
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Domestic Occurrence.
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Article22 1879-05-02 2 At Eversley, Sarawak, Borneo, on the 28th April, the wife of W. M. Cbocker Esq., Resident of Sarawak, of a son.22 words
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STRAITS TIMES FRIDAY, 2ND MAY, 1879.
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Article902 1879-05-02 2 Singapore, 2nd May, 1879. Gambier f 4. Black Pepper 8.30. White Pepper, fair quality 13.25. Sago Flour, Sarawai 3.20. Pearl Sago 4.42*. Coffee, Bontyne 18. Tin 21.25. 60s. Mule twist 85. 7* lbs. 8hirtings 1.60 7 do do 1.47*. 4 do” Cloth 1. 8 do do 1.12*.902 words
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2041 1879-05-02 2 Only few people even in Singapore, are aware of the extent of the profitable undertaking called the Tanjong Pagar Wharf, which, started only in 1864 under the most unpromising auspices has now assumed such gigantic proportions. Shareholders both here and in England2,041 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement343 1879-05-02 2 £rto aabrrttefmrnt*. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000,000 Dollar*. Reserve Trad 1,800,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. CAeir-m*.-Wi. H. Fobbbs, Eaq. (of tfmt Russell A Co.) Deputy Uh*»m*a».—Th* Hon. W. Kbswice (of Messrs. Jardine Mitbeson Co.) P. D. Samooh, E*q. (of Messrs. David Saasoon Bons A Oo.) E.343 words
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Advertisement672 1879-05-02 2 J. GRAHAM. Watch Maibr and Jeweller. Hah just received ex. Mail and other steamers, an assortment of Gentlemen's Gold Watches, consisting of Gold bunting English levers. Gold demi-hunting Keyless levers. Gold Crystal glass Keyless levers, Ac. Also a quantity of American Clocks, suitable for House, Office, and Ships’ use. Battery672 words
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Advertisement540 1879-05-02 2 notice. Notice is hereby given that the partnership lately subsisting between us. the undersigned Hermann Katz and Aron Katz, as Merchants, Commission Agents, and General Warehousemen, at Singapore, under the style or Firm of Katz Prothers has been dissolved by mutual consent as from the 31st December 1878. The Business540 words
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Advertisement493 1879-05-02 2 TO BE LET. With Imodiate Entry. That convenient Godown situated under the offices of The Taniong Psgsr Dock Company No. 4 Collyer Quay; Rent 920 per month. For The Tanjong Pa<r«r Dock Pot. Ld. E. M. SMITH. Manager j Singapore, 30th April, 1879. n. c. j Under the Patronage of493 words
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Correspondence.
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Article70 1879-05-02 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sib, —Allow me to inform you that yesterday, during the thunderstorm, between the hours of 3 and 4 p. m., a prahu was anchored off' Pulo Sijuhaat Kechil and had 8 Chinese on board—that 2 Chinese were killed outright; and another70 words
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Extracts.
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Article831 1879-05-02 3 The return on Navy Coal moved for by Mr. Cordbs last August, has only recently beeu presented to Parliament. It contains some information upon the Australian and Labuan supplies of special interest to those connected with steamers, but which is also of general value. We summarise from831 words
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Article691 1879-05-02 3 The word amateur,” like many another, has gradually lost its original significance—viz., lover and protector of the arts and sciences—and has come to mean a mere dabbler in things. The generic peculiarity of these dabbers is that they have invariably a leaning towards all that is most difficult691 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article99 1879-05-02 3 Thursday, Ist May. German steamer Octava, 850 tons, Hansen commander, Penang 29th April, consignees Katz Brothers. British steamer Penang, 481 tons, Mclndoe commander, Sourabaya 26th April, c msignee Tan Kim Tian. Sarawak gunboat Aline, 200 tons, Kirk commander, Sarawak 29th April, consignees A. L. Johnston Co. British steamer Pontianak,99 words
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Article45 1879-05-02 3 Thursday, Ist May. German steamer Octava, Hansen, for Saigon. Dutch ‘steamer Ophir, Besveling. for Deli. Dutch steamer Baron Mackay, Reudler, for Macassar. Dutch barque Vesta, Ruege, for Saigon. Siamese barque Bua Caao, Lange, for Bangkok. Siamese barque Thoon Kramoon, Vorrath, for Bangkok.45 words
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Article741 1879-05-02 3 I Datb I Ships’Names. Captains. Flag A Bio. 2 oi ab- WheriFbom. Whbbe Lying Consign res ob Aonnts Destination. «iyal». I MEN-OF-Wt Merapi Bosch H.N.M’s. str. 870 Feb. 13 Acheen T. P. Wharf H.N. M’s. Consul General. Repairing Foxhound Nowell H. M’s. str. 420 Apr. 7741 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement265 1879-05-02 3 £U)tur& FOR SALE. Ex Spiaaway, from Fbemantle 28 First Class Horses, comprising, several good Pairs of Bays, Chesnuta and ■ireys also Hack and Buggy horses. Full particulars will be published in a few days; and in the meantime the Horses can be seen at; the stables of Messrs. Lam bkbt265 words
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Advertisement293 1879-05-02 3 Ex. GLENEAGLES.” SayiiK A Co. have just unpacked Perambulators, single and double lined, Leather and Velvet. Clamped Basil Portmanteaux. Southgate’s patent 0. L. Trunks. Rest .Solid leather Portmanteaux. The Gladstone Hide Travelling Bags. Iron Banded Travelling Cases. Oak Japaned Suit o«ses. Gent’s Balbriggan ilk Clock Socks. i« Striped Cotton do.293 words
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Advertisement345 1879-05-02 3 Ex. "GLENIFFER." The little Wanzer hand. Sewing Machines. Machine Needles. The Wanzer. Wheeler and Wilson’s.--Thoinas’B. Deed Boxes strong. Cash Boxes, useful sizes. Gold and Silver Wire, Navy Lace. SATLE A CO. Singapore, 11th March, 1879. TO BE LET. With immediate entry. Those large and commodious Offices Nos. 3. 4 and345 words
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Advertisement409 1879-05-02 3 CAIRNHILL PROPERTY. The undersigned are instructed to eelby Public Auction or otherwise that ral loable freehold property known ae Gain* hill containing an area of Acree 71.2. 24 and bounded by Orchard Road, Mount Elizabeth Estate, Erin Lodge property and Monks hill. Cairnhill house is at present let at $45409 words
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Docks.
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688 1879-05-02 4 Twi work, of tie Company Taniom? Paear, within one mile of the town of Singnpore, and compriie the following establishments, tit WBnAg,—Affording berthaga for twenty rpweli .tone time witk .n«cient rnitw slongaide for resssls draught, nnd protected by from tbe .well from tbe and688 words
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191 1879-05-02 4 This Company executes ships’ repairs of all descriptions in the most efficient manner under the superintendence of Bn- j ropean Shipwrights and Engineers. No. 1 Graving Dock. Length-415 feet. Xof water from 14 feet to 15* feet at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving191 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement573 1879-05-02 4 iflisttnaraous. J. MOTION. Chronometer, Watch ahd Clock Maker, and Optician. Flint Street: Has always on hand a well selected stock of Jewellery, W»toK Clooke, N.otiool Instruments, Ac., comprising Bracelets, Ladies’ (fold watche, Brooches. Gents’ ditto., Earrings, Silver watches. Lockets, American clocks, Ladies’ rings, Carriage clocks, Signet rings. Marble clocks, Wedding573 words
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Advertisement663 1879-05-02 4 NOTICE. Katz Bros., have opened out now: CUTL*RY. Joseph Rodgers and Sons’ best make Table KniTes. 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 electro plated663 words
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Advertisement178 1879-05-02 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.178 words
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Advertisement608 1879-05-02 4 JOHN LITTLE fc CO, general warehousemen Importirs of European, China, Japan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chrohomitir, Watch, ahd Clock Makers; JEWELLERS AND GOLDBMITHB; WINE, SPIRIT AND PROVISION MERCHANTS. Outpittino Department. Gentlemen'* outfiiit made up on tbe thorteit notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine608 words
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Advertisement700 1879-05-02 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Commercial Square, Beach Street 27. H»r«*|w»y»| fort- Sonttou- Hebb<w«t«*di whMijtwtfl wMhrend eiti ionr* Men »oor mdicMn and 1 wohlMsortir- »**orti*lryk MsortiTam tl- dana tana mant m Eo•lstakofaD |«r Enron**- ie« irticl** rowiMi# trtiE'lmpaan and Uohm A an- d'Enropa. Man l«m Other food*, deran700 words
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