Singapore Daily Times, 9 May 1879
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Title Section12 1879-05-09 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, FRIDAY, 9th MAY, 1879. No. 13,77412 words
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Article, Illustration424 1879-05-09 1 Office—1, Collyer Quay. Godowns—At New Harbour. The or demoted are the dates on which this Company’s Mail Steamers may be expected to arrive at Singapore during tbe year 1879J Ottwaip. Houbwaed. TWUy 21 *t Jm FriA»y J i*a j' h F«b- 4th 'Mar. 2lri424 words
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Article146 1879-05-09 1 Agamemnon. Ultsses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achilles. Antenor. Diomed. Deucalioh. Nistoe. Glavcvs. Peiam. Anchises. Saepbdon. Orestes. Hector. Stentor. Men elavs. Tbucer. Tbe Coy’s Strainers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accon modatirn for first and146 words
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269 1879-05-09 1 The following ate the dates on which the steamers of the Measageries Maritime* may be expected to arrive here during the current year„ OCTWABD. w£ ABD Wednesday 1 February i Friday, 17 January or ,.31 do SuA OR In 28 do Monday, April I >*Miirch 21269 words
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176 1879-05-09 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Moulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta, taking Passenger* and Cargo for Akyab, Chittagong, Bimlipatam, Vizagapatam, Coconada, Masulipatam, Madras, Calient, Tellichery Ac., during the current year at the undernoted dates:— Saturday, March 29th Saturday,176 words
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Article43 1879-05-09 1 Messrs. Apcar A Co.’s steamer “Javan” 1,865 tons, Captain Gardner, may oe expected here on or about the 21st instant, en route to above ports. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIEB A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist May, 1879.43 words
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Article41 1879-05-09 1 Messrs Apcab A Co.’s steamer Arratoon Apear, 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may be expected here on or about the 28th inst., en route to above port. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES M08ES, Agent?. Singapore, 1st May, 1879.41 words
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951 1879-05-09 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 Batavia 46 Padang 94 Cheribon 0° Samarang via Batavia 68951 words
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Insurance.
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Article72 1879-05-09 1 Capital 1 1,500.000. Paid-up 133.332. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. Jardine Matheson Co., Hongkong. The undersigned, Agents for the Office, are authorised to insure goods by A. I. Sailing Vessels or Steamers to the extent of 8100,000 on each bottom, and on the Block and72 words
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47 1879-05-09 1 Established 1836. Capital 21.000,000. Reserve £340.000. The undersigned bas been appointed Agent at Singapore for the above Companv, and is prepared to accept risks by first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER, Agent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (n. c.)47 words
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Article56 1879-05-09 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost evpry description of property at the current Rites of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1877, 2254,303,817. Claims arranged by tbe Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singaoore Agents. MARTIN. DTCE A CO.56 words
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Article42 1879-05-09 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 Jnly, 1872. In. c.)42 words
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49 1879-05-09 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 dne notice and proof of loss is given. HOOGLANDT A GO.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. (n-c-)49 words
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46 1879-05-09 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. n» o.46 words
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68 1879-05-09 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 enstomary terms. o/o discount allowed on all risks foi coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to Europe ana68 words
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46 1879-05-09 1 Capital 2 2,000,000. Funds in reserve exclusive of Capital 2 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang: BOU8TEAD A CO. Fibe department Limit 212,000, on a first class risk. Life department: Limit 22,000 on ne life. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. (u. o.)46 words
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Article29 1879-05-09 1 Capital Fi.OGn.non. CHIEF OFFICER London 79. Cornhtt.l E. C. Edinburgh, 31 Georg* Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (n. c.l29 words
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71 1879-05-09 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. 33k o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
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198 1879-05-09 1 0FFICS8. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Qneen Insurance Buildings. 60Gracechurcb Street. London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall. Esqre. Deputy Chairman Ui 5 in J, E »1 re Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq m. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan,198 words
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64 1879-05-09 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 1879-05-09 1 Financial Position (1875.) Subscibed Capital 23,*****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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51 1879-05-09 1 Established 1821 Subscribed Capital 22,000,000 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. PATER80N, SIMONS A OO. Singapore, 1st April, 1875.51 words
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43 1879-05-09 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital 25,000.000 Babbling Extension of Limits. One F rst class risk fi 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS A OO. Agents Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (u. o.)43 words
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95 1879-05-09 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. Free Policies issued which can never altogether lapse through non-payment of premiums. No extra charge95 words
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46 1879-05-09 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 CO., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 (u. c.)46 words
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107 1879-05-09 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester— Exchange Btreet. 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 LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland,107 words
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222 1879-05-09 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson, Esq Vice Chairman— Jas. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, f.la. CHIEF OFFICES: r Edinburgh, 17 George Street. i f 2 King William L0, D0,, 1 Strhbt. t f Oriel Chambers, Liverpool j Water222 words
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100 1879-05-09 4 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 Genrral Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, Esq. (Menem. M«l<-h«r», k Co.) .T. P. Rarnee (Meeem Holliday,Wine k Co.) A.T.Meneer, (Meeem.DonirlM.LenmikACo.) H. Nioaiee, (Borneo Cornnenv Ltd.) J. I. doe Remedies, (J. .T.100 words
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136 1879-05-09 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard .T. Ashton, E*q. Alfred Grnisnr. E*SThomas G, RaroWv, William Hawthorn, Robert O. L. Reran, j Oeonre Hihhert. Per rival Roaanqnet, Samuel Hyde, James Rrand, William Lvall. Charles Care. Charles Marryat, Oeortre H.136 words
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57 1879-05-09 4 The undersigned have been appointed a (rents 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. REME57 words
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82 1879-05-09 4 London and Edinrurgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal Charteri.) 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 for82 words
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78 1879-05-09 4 The undersigned. Agents for the "Italia” Marine Insurance Company Limited, at Genoa, Have now been authorized to accept Marine risks upon Cargo by steamer and sailing vessel on the customary terms. The usual discount is allowed on all risks for coasting voyages78 words
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30 1879-05-09 4 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine risks at current rates. PATERSON SIMON8 CO. Singapore, 18th Dec 1878 (u. c.)30 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement115 1879-05-09 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notice. 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. Tieketi for 2, 3 or 5115 words
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Advertisement69 1879-05-09 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, OF THE LATEST SURVEY, and NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Moderate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Price of Each. Nautical Almanacs I L25Charts, de (Double Sheet) L80. i (Single Sheet) 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u. c.) FRENCH FLOWERS. We bare just69 words
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Advertisement84 1879-05-09 1 ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSOCIATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OP UNDERWRITERS, DUNDEE. The undersigned request that Masters of Vessels insured in the above associations immediately communicate with them in case ofloss or d image. CAMERON DUNLOP St CO. Agents, (u. o.) Singapore, 11th June, 1878. MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels84 words
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259 1879-05-09 2 THE PRYE RIVER DOCK COMPANY LIMITED” INCORPORATED UNDER THE INDIAN ACT X OF 1866. CAPITAL 200,000 In 2000 Shares of 100 each of which 93,900 have already been subscribed. BOARD CF DIRECTORS. David Brown Es q.—Chairman. T. C. Bogaardt Esq. I G. P. Tolson Esq. J. M. Vermont J. Lamb259 words
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Article45 1879-05-09 2 The Italian Mail steamer Sumatra, Caboara, Commander, will be despatched from Singapore mi the 20th May for Naples, Genoa and Marseilles. She has superior accommodation for first class passengers which can now be RKlli BROTHERS, Agents. Singapore, 5th March, 1879. to 20th May.45 words
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Article58 1879-05-09 2 The 3.8. Glencoe, Captain W. A. Gulland, and the 8. 8. Gleneagles, Captain Geo. 8. Mac Bain, with the new Season’s Teas, will leave Singapore, about the 1st June next, and have good accommodation for 1st and 2nd class passengers. For further particulars, apply to MARTIN DYCe A58 words
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Article44 1879-05-09 2 The Spanish steamer Leon. Captain A. de Arana, due here on the 16th instant, has room for cargo for the above port, which can now be engaged. She has first class accomodation for passengers. E. H. HINNEKINDT. Agents. Singapore, 7th May. 1879.44 words
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47 1879-05-09 2 Notich is hereby given that a Dividend of 10 per cent will be payable at the Company’s Office, No. 14, Battery Road, from the 15th May to 31st May, 1879. SYED MOHAMED BIN A. ALSAGOFF. Manager. Singapore, 7th May, 1879. (to3lst May.)47 words
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STRAITS TIMES FRIDAY, 9TH MAY, 1879.
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Article227 1879-05-09 2 SutGAPoRE, Oth Mat, 1879. Gambier 3.97$. Black Pepper 8.10. White Pepper, fair quality 13.25. Sago Flour, Sarawak 3.22$. Pearl 8ago 4 40. Coffee, Bontyne 17.60 Tin 21.00. 80s. Mule twist 87. 8$ lbs. Shirtings 1.60 7 do do 1.47$. 6 do'-’. Cloth 1. 7 do do 1.12$.227 words
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1630 1879-05-09 2 The Zulu War. London, 8 th May. —The Under Secretary for War, in reply to a question, said that a telegram received from Lord Chelmsford asked for further reinforcements but that Government awaits further details before any steps can be taken. Exports. The Board of1,630 words
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Article3777 1879-05-09 3 We make room today for Mr. Thomas Heslop Hill’s separate report* on the suitability of four mountain ranges in Johore for planting purposes. It will be remembered that Mr. Hill in his general report, published in our issue of the 6th instant, was not satisfied3,777 words
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Article1405 1879-05-09 3 The news from the Cape brought by Iasi mail come down to the 11th March from England and to the 17 th March via Aden, and we subjoin below the principal items of interest. Telegraphic news since have reported heavy fighting both in the relief Col. Pearson1,405 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement330 1879-05-09 2 £rto afibfrttefmmts. HONGKONG AND 8HANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund........ mOMOO Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Choir***- Wm. H. Foebes, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell A Co.) Deputy Chairman.—' The Hon. W. Keswick (of Ifosm. Jardine Mstbesou A Co.) F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons330 words
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Advertisement712 1879-05-09 2 NOTICE. Notice is hereby given that the partnerahip lately subsisting between ua, the undersigned Hermann Katz and Aron Katz, aa Merchanta, Commission Agenta, and General Warehouaemen, at Singapore, under the atyle or Firm of Katz Brothers baa been diaaolvei by mutual conaent as from the Slat December 1878. The Business712 words
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Advertisement754 1879-05-09 2 TO BE LET. Bt the Month or on Lease ebom THE 15TH IN8TANT. The BunealowR Arthur Seat and Rosfneath, situated 5J miles from Town, and of a mile from the Sea. by the public Road to Siglap. These Bungalows are furnished and are a short distance from one another, and754 words
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Advertisement360 1879-05-09 2 NOTICE. Mr. Tan Keong Saix is authorized to sign for our firm, by procuration, from this date. LIM KONG WAN SON, Singapore, 6th May, 1879. (1 m.) NOTICE. The undersigned have been instructed to sell by Public Aucti m, at their godowns in Battery Road, on Monday, 12th instant, at360 words
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Correspondence.
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Article116 1879-05-09 3 To the Editor of the Daily Timet. Sir,—The question whether England should adopt compulsory military service which is to be discussed bv the Singapore Debating Club, suggests to one’s mind another of somewhat similar character, but rather more interesting, and that is: What has become of the Singapore116 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement594 1879-05-09 3 MILLINERY. Ex. QUneagles. We are this day (Tuesday) unpacking a very choice selection of Ladies’ Trimmed Bonnets and Hats. An inspection is respectfully solicited. 8AYLE k 00. Singapore, 8th April 1879. Ex. GLENEARN” We hare just unpacked Gent’s Fell Hats, in the New shapes, low crown, narrow brim, Tyrolese Hats,594 words
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Docks.
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705 1879-05-09 4 Tw* works of the Company are situated at Tsnjong Pagar, within one mils of the town of Singapore, and comprise the following establishments, vis Wharv.—Affording berthage for twenty vessels st one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught, and protected705 words
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190 1879-05-09 4 This Company executes ships’ repairs of all descriptions in the most efficient manner under the superintendence of European Shipwrights and Engineers. No. I Grating Door. Length-415 feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 15J feet Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Grating190 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement575 1879-05-09 4 iWiStfllanfOus. J. MOTION. Chronomitkr. Watch and Clock Maker. a*» Optician. FliKt Strrrt. Has always on hand a well selected stock of Jewellery. Wetcke., Clock,, Nnuticnl Instruments, Ac., comprising Bracelets, Ladies’ gold wstche, Brooches, Gents’ ditto.. Earrings, Silver watches, Lockets. American clocks, Ladies’ rings, Carriage clocks, Signet rintrs, Marble clocks, Wedding575 words
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Advertisement661 1879-05-09 4 NOTICE. Katz Bros., hare opened out now: Cutlery. Joseph Rodgers and 8ons’ beet 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 electro661 words
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Advertisement178 1879-05-09 4 NETHERLANDS INDIA DISCOUNT COMPANY. The undersized 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 this178 words
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Advertisement605 1879-05-09 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers of European, China, Ja* pan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chbonombteb, Watch, and Clock Makers Jewellers and Goldsmiths; WINE, SPIRIT AND PROVISION MERCHANTS. Outfitting Department. Gentlemen'* outfiiU made up on the g\orle*t notice fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine605 words
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Advertisement698 1879-05-09 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Commercial Bquare, Beach Street Rwnlnfi on hand a wall ■•1 acted and richly aaaort•d stock of all European and other pooda. Mod erate term a and careful attendance. »oerd. Halten wohlaaeortirtea Rarer alien Europaeiaohen A an- j d«ren Artikel. Rillire Pr*iae A reelle698 words
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