Singapore Daily Times, 20 May 1879
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Title Section12 1879-05-20 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, TUESDAY, 20th MAY, 1879. No. 13,78312 words
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Article, Illustration432 1879-05-20 1 Office— l, Collyer Quay. Godowns—At New Harbour. The urdernoted are cb« dates on which this Company's Mail Bteamers may be expected to arrive at Singapore daring the year 1879 Outvied. Homeward. Tuwd»j 21*t Jan. Friday lotb Jan. 4th Feb. 24th 19th 7th Feb. 4th432 words
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Article145 1879-05-20 1 AgAMBMHON. ULTBBEB. Ajax. Patboclus. Achilles. Antenob. Diombd. Deucalion. Kbstob. Glaucus. Priam. Ancbiseb. Sabpbdon. Obesteb. Hbctob. Stentob. Minblaus. Tbucbb. The Coy’s Steamers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and horn Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accotrmodaticn for first and third class145 words
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962 1879-05-20 1 The Steamers of the above Company will nowply between Singapore andßata via every fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours aftei tbe arrival of tbe English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Monbt, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia 46 Padang 94962 words
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294 1879-05-20 1 The followin'’ are the dates on which tbe steamers of tbe Messageries Maritimea may be expected to arrive here during the current year:— Outward. Hombwabd. 1879. 1879. Wednesday 12 February Fr *a»y, 17 January 28 do do 12 March 14 February 26 do I w 28294 words
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180 1879-05-20 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Moulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta, taking Passengers and Oargw for Akyab, Chittagong, Bimlipatam, Vizagapatam, Coconada, Masulipatam, Madras, Calient, Tellicbery Ac., during the current year at the undernoted dates Saturday, March 29th Saturday,180 words
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Article43 1879-05-20 1 Messrs. Apcab A Co.’s steamer “Javan," 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, Ist May, 1879.43 words
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Article42 1879-05-20 1 Messrs. Apcab k Co.’b steamer Arratoon Apcar, 1,392 tons, Captain Mactaviah, may be expected here on or about the 28th inst., en route to above port. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agentß. Singapore, Ist May, 1879.42 words
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Insurance.
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Article72 1879-05-20 1 Capital S 1,500.000. Paid-up 133.332. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. Jardine Matheson 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 $lOO,OOO on each bottom, and on the Block72 words
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47 1879-05-20 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned has 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 Fehy. 1878. (n. c.)47 words
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Article56 1879-05-20 1 EBTABLIBHED 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every de«oription of property at the current Rates of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1877. £254.303,817. Claims arranged by the Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents, MARTIN. DYCE A CO.56 words
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Article42 1879-05-20 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Company, and are prepared to take risks upoh cargo on the customary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY k CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (n. c.)42 words
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49 1879-05-20 1 The undersigned, Agents for the above 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 k OO.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. (n. <*.)49 words
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45 1879-05-20 1 (Berlin-Cologne Fire Insurance Compant, 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 k CO. Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. u. c.45 words
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69 1879-05-20 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. 33k 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 1879-05-20 1 Capital 2,000,000. Funds in reservr exclusive of Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang: BOUSTEAD k CO. Fire departmint Limit £12,000, on a first class risk. Lifr department Limit £2,000 on ne life. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. (u. o.)44 words
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Article30 1879-05-20 1 Capital Fl.ooo.non. CHTFF OFFICE I London 79. Cornhill F. C. Edinburgh. 31 George Street. Agents for Sineaoore. BOUSTEAD k CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (n. c.)30 words
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71 1879-05-20 1 Capital 10.000.000 Fiancs. Thb nndersienpd, Agent, for the aho.e 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 risks71 words
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196 1879-05-20 1 OFFICRB. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings. 60Gracecburch Btreet. London. Chairm an of the Company. Bernard Hall. Esqre. Deputy Chairman I w iHiam Hind. Esqre. Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The security196 words
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64 1879-05-20 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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91 1879-05-20 1 Financial Position (1875.) Subscibed Capital £3,*****0. Accumulated Funds 1,778.,000. Annual Revenue from Fire Premiums 313,000. n w >. Life 133.000. M n Interest upon Invested Funds *****. The undersigned have to announce that they are the duly appointed Agents for this Compaify in91 words
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52 1879-05-20 1 Established 1821 Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Total Invested Wnds, upwards of 3,000,000 Annual Income upwards of 400,000 The undersigned hare been appointep Agentß at Singapore and are prepared to issue policies against Fire on the usual terma. PATERSON, SIMONS A 00. Singapore, Ist April,52 words
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42 1879-05-20 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sierlino 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. (u. o.)42 words
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104 1879-05-20 1 Established 1840, and Empowered by Spe cial Act of Par 1 i am en t.Capi tal One Million. Life Assurances of every description granted. Rettrihg Provisions combined with Life Assurance. Free Policies issned which can never altogether lapse through104 words
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46 1879-05-20 1 It is requested that the Masters of all vessels insured in the above Association, having sustained loss or damage, report themselves to the undersigned immediately on arrival here. CAMERON, DUNLOP A 00., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 (u. c.)46 words
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106 1879-05-20 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester— Exchange Btreet. Liverpool—2B. Exchang Street East Birmingham—l 2. Bennett’* Hill. London—lo, Cornhill. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—6o, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. J ohn Todd. Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Coston,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Oh as. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN106 words
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211 1879-05-20 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson.Esq Vice Chairman—Jab. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrosr Smith, f.la. CHIEF OFFICES: Glasgow f 5O Grorgi l Strut. Edinburgh, 17 George Street. London 2 William l Street. r {•s££££? Manchester 47 Brown Striet. The undersigned211 words
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101 1879-05-20 4 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Aml re, Eeq. (Meeein. Melehem, A Co.) J. P. Rarnea (Mewirs. Holliday.Win* k Co.l fMoaara.r>on(rlaa,l*nr«LikACo.) H Nioaiaa, (Borneo Companr Ltd.) .1. .T. doa Remedioa, (J. J.101 words
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137 1879-05-20 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard J. Ashton, Esq. Alfred Goneer, Eeq. Thomas G Rsrolsv, i William Hawthorn, Robert O. L. Reran, decree Hlhhert, Perciral Roaanquet, Samuel Hrde. James Rrand, William brail, Charles Care, Charles Marryat, Oeores H.137 words
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56 1879-05-20 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 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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82 1879-05-20 4 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated bt Royal Charters) 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 1879-05-20 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 disoount is allowed on all risks for coasting voyages78 words
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31 1879-05-20 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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Advertisement114 1879-05-20 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notici. Ob and after the lit January, Ice will w told 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. Tickets for 2, 3 or 5114 words
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Advertisement69 1879-05-20 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 1.25. Charts, de (Double Sheet) 1.80. y (Single Sheet) 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u. c.) FRENCH FLOWERS. We have just69 words
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Advertisement84 1879-05-20 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 A CO. Agents, (u. c.) Singapore, 11th June, 1878. MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels84 words
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48 1879-05-20 2 Notice 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. 8YED MOHAMED BIN A. ALSAGOFF. Manager. Singapore, 7th May, 1879. (to 31st May.)48 words
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Article41 1879-05-20 2 The Spanish steamer Cadiz, Captain J. M. de Bcheit'. due here on the 25th instant, will have room for cargo for the above port, which can now be engaged. E. H. HINNEKINDT, Agents. Singapore, 19th May, 1879. (to2sth inst.)41 words
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Article39 1879-05-20 2 Th* S. S. Fenice left Hongkong on the j 17th instant, and may be expected on Friday the 23rd current. For freight or passage, apply to W. R. SCOTT CO. Singapore, 20th May, 1879. (to 23rd inst)39 words
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Article37 1879-05-20 2 The S. S. Moray, left Calcutta on the 18th instant, and will arrive on or about Monday, the 26th current. For freight or passage, to W. R. Si CO. Singapore, 20th Ma v, 187! ist)37 words
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79 1879-05-20 2 The B. I. B.N C s'<!d. steams mla will leave the ro. rah po t calling at Malacca shot i silEue indu ment offer, at 2 p. m on '-iday. tr. .'3rd mstantSt She will also take o: ami cargo for Akyab. Bimlr arc,79 words
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STRAITS TIMES TUESDAY, 20TH MAY, 1879.
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Article133 1879-05-20 2 Singapore, 20th Mat, 1879. Gambier I 4.05. Black Pepper 8.75. White Pepper, fair quality 12.87. Sago Flour, Sarawa* 3.174. Pearl Sago 4 25. Coffee, Bontyne 17.50. Tin 20.25. 80s. Mule twist 87. 81 lbs. Bhirtings 1.60 7 do do 1.474. 6 do Cloth „1. 7 do do133 words
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Article1014 1879-05-20 2 Per Italian mail steamer Sumatra, on the 18th May. For Marseille. —From Batavia Mr. and Mrs. van Merhesteyn and 3 children, and Mr. and Mrs. Pontier. From Singapore Mrs. and Miss. Vaughan, Mr. Zemke and Mr. Zimpel. Per B. I 8. N. Co’s, steamer Simla, from Calcutta and intermediate1,014 words
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31 1879-05-20 2 Afghanistan. Bombay, HW May. Yakoob Khan has at length agreed to satisfactory Bases of Treaty which the viceregal Council of India has l»een summoned to consider.31 words
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Article2431 1879-05-20 2 {From Indian Papers.) London, 2nd May.—-The following is the result of the race for the 1.000 guineas, which was run this day: Wheel of Fortune first. Abbaye second, and Reconcilia, tion third. Calcutta. s th May.—General Roberts held a review of the troops at Alikhagal on tbe 3rd.2,431 words
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Article872 1879-05-20 3 (From the London and China Express, April 18. J Parliament. —The House of Commons re-assembled yesterday after the Easter recess, wheu the Egyptian crisis, the proposed rectification of frontier between Greece and Turkey, and other matters were discussed. Court. —The Queen remains in Italy, aud has visited Milan. The872 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement651 1879-05-20 2 #rt> aubtrtisrmtnts. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5,000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund 1,300,000 Dollars. COURT OP DIRECTORS. Chairvmn.— Wm. H. Forbes, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell Co.) Deputy Chairman.—' Tbs Hon. W Keswick (of Messrs. Jardine Matheson Co.) F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A Co.)651 words
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Advertisement850 1879-05-20 2 TO LET. Woodsville Cottage, Serangoon, 3 miles from Town), at present occupied by C. K. E. Woods Esq., from Ist May. Furnished 40 per menßern. Unfurnished $3O do do Also The Priory, Serangoon (3 miles from town, at present occupied by A. T. Gray Esq. from the Ist May. Unfurnished850 words
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Advertisement649 1879-05-20 2 TO BE LET. Entry on 15th M y instant. A large and commodiois Family Residence with gas fittings complete, situate at No. 5M5 Prins p Street, now occupied by Captain 1. C. Davies.—Rent moderate. H. D P CHOPARD. Singapore, 3rd May, 1879. to 3rd June. NOTICE. Notice is hereby given649 words
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Advertisement279 1879-05-20 2 NOTICE. The Undersigned, whilst sincerely thanking all Land and Plantation Owners for the kind support he has received since his being established, begs to announce that he has been joined by two experienced Surveyors’ assistants and draughtsmen and he will therefore be in a position to execute all surveys with279 words
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Notices.
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Article45 1879-05-20 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 REMri BROTHERS, Agents. Singapore, stb March, 1879. to 20th May.45 words
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Article142 1879-05-20 3 In the Supreme Court op the Straits Settlements. Settlement of Singapore. In the matter of Shine ppala Merican residing at No. 48 North Bridge Road, in Singapore, a bankrupt. George Edward Evans of Singapore, Official Assignee has been appointed trustee of the property of the bankrupt.142 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article126 1879-05-20 3 Monday, 19th May. British steamer Simla, 987 tons, Franks commander, Calcutta 31st April, consignees Hamilton Gray A Co. British barque Nettie Merryman, 595 tons, Leslie commander, Cotie 18th April, consignee Tan Kim Tian. M. M. steamer Sindh, 3,600 tons, Monge commander, Shanghai 7th May, consignees Messageries Maritimes. British steamer126 words
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Article22 1879-05-20 3 Monday, 19th May. British steamer Weazel, Burlingbam, for Malacca A Siak. British steamer Achilles, Anderson, for Hongkong A Shanghai22 words
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Article741 1879-05-20 3 a Date Ships’ Names. Captains. Flao Rio.! op ar- Where From. Where Ltiho Consignees oe Agents Destination. I RIVALS. MEN-OF-W AP. Merapi Bosch H.N.M’s. str. 870 Feb. 13 Acheen T. P. Wharf H.N. M’s. Consul General. Repairing Juno Poland H. M’e. str. 2216 Apr. 24 Hongkong741 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement279 1879-05-20 3 NOTICE. John Little A Co. hive just received h supply uf Lamps.— Hink’s Patent Duplex Table Lamps,fitted with patent extinguishers; Hink’s Patent Duplex Punkah Table and Hanging Lamps; Rowatt’s Patent Anucapine Lamps to burn without chimneys Hanging Lamps with 1,2, 3 and 4 lights Hurricane Lanterns; Police Lamps; Signal fiimps279 words
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Advertisement241 1879-05-20 3 TO LET. No 6, and upper floor of No 7 Flint Street, facing the General Post Office. Apply to GUTHRIE CO. Singapore, 3rd April, 1879. u. c. NOTICE. Tenders will be received up to noon on the Ist July next, for renting the following Farms for three years, from the241 words
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Advertisement396 1879-05-20 3 FOR SALE. Ex. 8. S. Korufsee. (From Messrs. Sybry Pearls A Co., Sheffield.) Cast Steii, Size®, 3/4” and 7/8” inches,—l6 feet lengths. CAMERON DUNLOPA CO. Singapore, 26th March, 1879. 1.00 NOW READY. Japan and The Lost Tbibis of Irsael’s price $2.00 Illustration 8 to ditto 2.00 Map and Epitome of396 words
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Docks.
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717 1879-05-20 4 Twit work" of the Company are situated at Tsnjong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the following establishments, viz Wharf.—A fording berthage for twenty 1 vessels st one time with sufficient water 1 .tapife tor reswls ot the he.ne.l717 words
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195 1879-05-20 4 This Company executes ships’ repairs of all descriptions in the most efficient manner under the superintendence of Eu- ftl 1 ropean Shipwrights and Engineers. No. 1 Grating Dock. Length—4ls feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 154 *eei Width at Entranoe 42 feet.195 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement556 1879-05-20 4 jflisrrllanfous. J. MOTION. Chronometer, Watch and Clock j Maker, and Optician. Flint Street. Has always on hand a well selected stock of Jewellery. Waters, Clocks, Nautical Instruments, Ac., comprising Rracelets, Ladies’ gold watche, Brooches, Gents’ ditto., Earrings, Silver watches, Lockets, American clocks, Ladies’ rings, Carriage clocks, Signet rings. Marble clocks,556 words
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Advertisement672 1879-05-20 4 NOTICE. Katz Bros., have opened out now: Cutlwrt. Joseph Rodgers and Sons’ 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 Wars. A n assortment of electro672 words
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Advertisement178 1879-05-20 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 '•epresent the said Bank at this178 words
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Advertisement607 1879-05-20 4 JOHN LITTLE fe 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. Outfittino Department. Gentlemen'i outfiite made up on the ehorteit notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine607 words
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Advertisement716 1879-05-20 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Commercial Square, Beach Street 27, fort- Sont tonwiehrrod ein ionr* Mon toot imic eet wohlM»ortir- mi or til ryk morti on hand a w#|l •Mooted and riohly aaiort•■l Mock of all European and other (rood*. M od erate term* and careful attendance. L716 words
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