Singapore Daily Times, 12 May 1879
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Title Section12 1879-05-12 1 Singapore Daily Times. No. 13,776 VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, MONDAY, 12th MAY, 1879.12 words
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Article, Illustration421 1879-05-12 1 Office—l, Collyer Quay. Godowns—At New Harbour. The urderaoted are the dates on which t) is Company’s Mail Steamers may be expected to arrive at Singapore daring the year 1879:—• OmiiD. Ho»kw*u>. Tumduj 21 rt Jm. Friday J»h Jan. 18th Jth Feh. 4th Mar *l*t421 words
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Article143 1879-05-12 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patboclus. Achilles. Ahtsnob. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestob. Glaucus. Pblam. Ancbises. Sabpedon. Obestes. Hectob. Stentob. Menelaub. Teuceb. The Coy’s Steamers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accorrmodaticn for first and third class143 words
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278 1879-05-12 1 The followin'- tie dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritime, may be expected to arrive here during the current year:— Ot-TWABD. 1879 1879. Wednesday 12 February j Friday, 17 January 9« Hn 31 do 12 March 14 February 26 do 28 do Monday, 7278 words
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185 1879-05-12 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, Vizugapatam, Coconada, Masulipataui, Madras, Calicut, Tellicbery Ac., during the current year at the undernoted dates Saturday, March 29th Saturday,185 words
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Article43 1879-05-12 1 Messrs. Apcar A Co.’s steamer “Japan,” 1,865 tons, Captain Gardner, 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, 1st May, 1879.43 words
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Article42 1879-05-12 1 Messrs. Apcab A Co.’s steamer Arratoon Apcar, 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 A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist May, 1879.42 words
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963 1879-05-12 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 Fbiars, London. Passage Money, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia *6 Padang 94 Cheribon t 60 Sam&rang viA Batavia963 words
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Insurance.
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Article72 1879-05-12 1 Capital 1,500.000. Paid-up 133.332. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. Jardine Matheson A Co., Hongkong. The undersigned, Agents for the Office, are authorised to insure goods by A. I. Sailing Vessels or Steamers to the extent of $lOO,OOO on each bottom, and on the Block and72 words
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47 1879-05-12 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned has been appointed Agent at Singapore for tbe above Companv, and is prepared to accept risks by first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER, Agent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (u. c.)47 words
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Article57 1879-05-12 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost everv de«crintion of property at tbe current R ttea of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1877. £254,303.817. Claims arranged by tbe Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. Tbe jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents, MARTIN. DYCE A57 words
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Article42 1879-05-12 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for tbe above Company, and are prepared to take risks upon cargo on tbe customary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY A CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (u. c.)42 words
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49 1879-05-12 1 Tbe undersigned, Agents for the ab"vc Oompany, are prepared to issue Policies covering Marine Risks on goods to all partof the world. Policies payable one month after due notice and proof of loss is given. HOOGLANDT A OO.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. (u.c.)49 words
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44 1879-05-12 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.. a e.44 words
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69 1879-05-12 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. 33i 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 1879-05-12 1 Capital 2,000,000. Funds in besebve exclusive of Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang: BOUSTEAD A CO. Fire department Limit £12,000, on a first class risk. Life department: Limit £2,000 on ne life. Singapore, 19th Sept, 1877. (u. o.)44 words
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Article28 1879-05-12 1 Capital Cl.OAO.fton. CHTHF OFFTCB^. London 79. Coenhill f. C. Edinburgh, 31 George Strret. Agents for Singaoore. BOURTEAD A 00. 22nd Feb., 1876. (n. c.)28 words
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71 1879-05-12 1 Capital 10.000,000 Francs. The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to take risks upnn 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 risks71 words
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195 1879-05-12 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings. 60Gracechurch Street. London. Chairman of the Company. Bernard Rall.Esqre. Deputy Chairman w 'Ui»“ Hind. Esqre. Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter McLagan.Esq w. p. D -pnty Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The seonrity offered195 words
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64 1879-05-12 1 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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87 1879-05-12 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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51 1879-05-12 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, 8IMONS A CO. Singapore, 1st April, 1875.51 words
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43 1879-05-12 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sxerlinq Extension op Limits. One F rat class risk...'. I 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS A CO. Agents Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (a. o.)43 words
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97 1879-05-12 1 Established 1840, and Empowered by Spe cial Act of Parliament.Oapital One Million. Life Assurances of every description granted. Retiring Provisions combined with Life Assurance. Frer PolicilB issued which can never altogether lapse through non-payment of premiums. No extra charge97 words
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46 1879-05-12 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 (n. c.)46 words
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100 1879-05-12 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester—Exchange Street Liverpool—2B. Exchang Street East Birmingham—l 2. Bennett’s Hill. London—lo. Oornhill. Glasgow— 4. South Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Street CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. JoHNToDD.Esq. (Mesars.Todd ACoston,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW. Alex. Ewing, Esq. fMetsrs.100 words
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209 1879-05-12 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Stirling. Chairman—Alexander Ronaldson.Esq Vice Chairman— Jas. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, f.ia. CHIEF OFFICES: Glasgow f 5O OIIQM l Street. Edinburgh, 17 Georgi Street. r (ttr Manchester 47 Brown Strut. The undersigned having been appointed Agents of209 words
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103 1879-05-12 4 Capital 82,000.000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Mstbeson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Anil re, E*q. fMeaara, Mal<-b«rs, A Co.' .1. P flames IMesars. Holliday.Wiae A Co.) A T Manser, (Meaara.Domrlaa.LanrßikACo.) H. Nioaiae. (Romeo Comnanv Ltd.) .T. .T doe103 words
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135 1879-05-12 4 Capital £1,690.000. Paid-no and Invested 700.000. Fnnds in Hand 1,200,000. Dieectors. Richard .T. Ashton. E*q Alf-ed Goneer. Eaq. Tbnmaa O Rarclav, William Hawthorn, Rohert P. T, Reran, Georee Rihhert,, Percival Rosanqnet, Samuel Hvde. .Tame* Rrand, William Lvall. Pharlea Pare. Pharle* Marry**. Oeoree H. Chamber*,135 words
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56 1879-05-12 4 The nndersitrned have been appointed agents for the above Company and are prepared to accept risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. The usual discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages and on risks to Europe and America. REME BROTHERS.56 words
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83 1879-05-12 4 London and Edinburgh. (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 I Income of the Fire Department, Net Premiums and Interest... 908,014 The undersigned, Agents83 words
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78 1879-05-12 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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31 1879-05-12 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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Advertisement111 1879-05-12 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIPER VALLEY ROAD. None*. On and after the Ist January, Ice will he sold retail, at the rate of 3 Cents perpound. The Ice House is opened for the sale of Ice daily from 6 iu M. to 6 p. M. Tickets for 2,3 or 5 lbs.111 words
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Advertisement68 1879-05-12 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, Or THE LATEST SURVEY, and NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Moderate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Price or Eacn. Nautical Almanacs 11.25. Charts, de (Double Bheet) ,„1.80. (Single gluet) ,0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u. c.) FRENCH FLOWERS. We bare just unpacked68 words
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Advertisement83 1879-05-12 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 image. CAMERON DUNLOP CO. Agents. Singapore, llth June, 1878. (u. c.) MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASBO- The Masters of Ships or vessels insured83 words
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260 1879-05-12 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 Esq.— Chairman. T. C. Bogaardt Esq. I G. P. Tolson Esq. J. M. Vermont J. Lamb260 words
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Article46 1879-05-12 2 Tib Italian Mail steamer Sumatra, Oaboara. Commander, will be despatched from Singapore on the 20th May for Naples, Genoa and Marseilles. 8he has superior accommodation for first class passengers which can now be booked. REME BROTHERS, Agents. Singapore, 5th March, 1879. to 20th May.46 words
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Article59 1879-05-12 2 Til 8. 8. Glencoe, Captain W. A. Galland, and the S. 8. Gleneagles, Captain Geo. 8. Macßain, with the new Season’s Teas, will leave Singapore, about the Ist June next, and have good accommodation for Ist and 2nd class passengers. For further particulars, apply to MARTIN DICE A59 words
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Article45 1879-05-12 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. A H. HINNEKINDT, Agents. Singapore, 7th May; 1879.45 words
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Domestic Occurrences.
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Article32 1879-05-12 2 At the church of St. Francis Xavier, Malacca, on the 6th instant by the Revd. Father Puoet, Jno. M. L. Cornelius to Maria Philomena, eldest daughter of Mr. Jno. E. DeSouza.32 words
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STRAITS TIMES MONDAY, 12TH MAY, 1879.
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Article139 1879-05-12 2 Singapore, 12th May, 1879. Gambier I 4. Black Pepper 8.10. White Pepper, fair quality 13.25. Sago Flour, Sarawak 3.22$. Pearl Sago 4.40. Coffee, Bontyne 17.60 Tin 21.00. 80s. Mule twiat 87. 8$ lbs. Shirtings 1.60 7 do do 1.47$. 6 do V. Cloth 1. 7 do do139 words
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Article242 1879-05-12 2 Per Straits steamer Benmore, on the 12th May. For Singapore.—From Malacca: Mr. B. M. A. Cornelius, Mrs. A. D’Souza and 3 children, Mr. Frederick Paulus, and about 200 natives steerage. Per Brisbane, 12th May. For Singapore.— Messrs J. Wallace, J. Larnacb, A. Anderson, D. Emmannel, and R. Smith. For242 words
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4874 1879-05-12 2 The Zulu Campaign. London. 10/A May. —Latest advices from Capetown are dated 26th April. Lord Chelmsford and staff were going to Utrecht and Magneza. The brother of Cetewayo has surrendered. Major Dunlop has been summoued to Penang to give evidence before the Commission of Inquiry4,874 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement324 1879-05-12 2 £tto aubertistments. HONGKONG AND BHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000,000 Dollar*. Reserve Fund 1,800,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman. —Wm. H. FORBES, Esq. (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 A Co.)324 words
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Advertisement722 1879-05-12 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 Brothers has been dissolved by mutual consent as from the 31st December 1878, The Business722 words
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Advertisement768 1879-05-12 2 TO BE LET. By the Month or on Lease from the 15th Instant. i The Rnngalows Arthur Seat and Rosfnkath, situated 54 miles from Town, and i of a mile from the Sea, by the public Road to Siglap. These Bungalows are famished and area short distance from one another,768 words
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Advertisement292 1879-05-12 2 NOTICE. Mb Tan Kiong Saik is authorized to sign for our firm, bj procuration, from this date. LIM KONG WAN SON, Singapore, 6th May, 1879. (I m DRUMMOND GAGGINO A CO. Ship Chandlers, Provision Merchants Ac. Are importing, and have for sale: Best Italian and Bordeaux Wines in 50 Gal.292 words
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Obituary33 1879-05-12 2 DEATHS. On the 7th April, at Mayfiield, Clapham Park, the wife of Jasper Young, aged 37. At Bonnygrass, the residence of Dr. Little on the 10th instant, Mrs. So' hia Whittle, aged 70.33 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article236 1879-05-12 3 Saturday, 10th May. British steamer Jeddah, 996 tons, Clark commander, Penang Bth May, consignees Bun Hin A Co. P. AO. steamer Zambesi, 2,431 tons, Symons commander, Bom- I bay 25th April, consignees P. A O Company. British barque Indian, 369 tons, Millington commander, Cotie 25th April, consignees Ban Seng236 words
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Article38 1879-05-12 3 Saturday, 10th May. British steamer Pearl, Munk, for S&igon. Dutch steamer Bromo, Soetere, for Batavia. Siamese steamor Bangkok, Radem&ker, for Bangkok. Siamese barque Luone, Klindt, for Bangkok. P. A O. steamer Zambesi, Symons, for Hongkong.38 words
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Article758 1879-05-12 3 i |x- date 1 I Ships’Names. Captaihs. Flag A Rio. of as- Where From. WhereLtino Consignees or Agents. Destination. RIVALS. VIEN-OF-WA Merapi Bosch H.N.M’s. str. 870 Feb. 13 Acheen T. P. Wharf H.N. M’b. Consul General. Repairing j uao Poland H. MV. str. 2216 Apr. 24758 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement230 1879-05-12 3 NOTICE. Katz Bros, are showing now. Pictures.—Steel engravings, oil paintings and oleographs by Goupil and Co. and other celebrated masters, representing battles, hunts, episodes of the middle ages eti. etc. Perfumery—Manufactured by Condray, Lubin and Gosnell, a choice selecti >n, comprising Cologne Water, different odours, in ordinary bottles and decanters230 words
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Advertisement289 1879-05-12 3 NOTICE. W. H. A D. O’Will* Tobacco in J lbs: Bristol Birds Eye. Virginia Returns. Ex. Olenartney. BAYLE A CO. Singapore, 30th April, 1879. PORTMANTEAUX Ac. We are now showing a very large stock of Port m anteaux and Travelling Trunks in Solid Leather Basil, Canvass—and Block Tin. SAYLE A289 words
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Advertisement336 1879-05-12 3 NOTICE. John Little A Co. bare just received a supply of Ladies’ Boots and Shoes, in all the newest patterns and styles from F. Pinit of Paris. Also from the same maker, Gentlemen’s patent Leather Shoes. Singapore, 2nd May, 1879. TO LET. No 6, and upper floor of No 7336 words
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Docks.
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704 1879-05-12 4 Twit works of the Company are aitnatod at Tanioni Papar, *itkin one mile of tie town of Singapore, and compnee the following eetabliihmente, rit Wharf.—Affording berthage for twenty reaaele at one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught, and protected704 words
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193 1879-05-12 4 This Company executes ships’ repairs of all descriptions in the most efficient manner under the superintendence of European Shipwrights and Engineers. No. 1 Ghatiho Doc*. Length-415 feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 15| fee\ Width at Entranoe 42 feet. No. 1 (Having193 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement573 1879-05-12 4 ififettUamotw. 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, I Ladies’ gold watche, Brooches, iGents’ ditto., Barrings, I Silver watches. Lockets, 1 American clocks, Ladies’ rings, Carriage clocks, Signet rings,573 words
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Advertisement657 1879-05-12 4 NOTICE. Katz Bros., have opened oat now: CUTLFRY. Joseph Rodgers and Sons’ best make Table Knives, different kinds, Dessert do do Tarring Knives and forks, Pen Knives with 2 and more blades, superior. Razors, single and in boxes of 2,3, or 4 pieces, Plated Warf. An assortment of electro plated657 words
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Advertisement180 1879-05-12 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 acoeptances, give money in loan on securities and generally to represent the said Bank at this nlase.180 words
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Advertisement607 1879-05-12 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers op European, China, Japan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Clock Makers Jewellers and Goldsmiths; WINE, SPIRIT AND PROVISION MERCHANTS. Outfitting Department. Gentlemen outfiits made up on the thorfeit notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine Tweeds,607 words
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Advertisement706 1879-05-12 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Commercial Square, Beach Street 27 Ho tp filways OnhandftWAll •plpctpd and richly asaort•d st ock of all European and other rood* Mode and tendance. Halten fort- Sont tou- Hehhen «t«ed« waehrend ein ionre Men toot mdie een wohlaeeortir- aa*orti«|ryk assort!, tes Lairer al706 words
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