Singapore Daily Times, 22 May 1879
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Title Section12 1879-05-22 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE. THURSDAY, 22nd MAY, 1879 No. 13,78512 words
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Article, Illustration423 1879-05-22 1 Office—l, Collyer Quay. Godowns—At New Harbour. The underacted are the dates on which thip Company’s Mail Steamers may be expected to arrive at Singapore during the eaT H os bwaan. Timm)., J- J 19th 7th Feb. 4th Mar. 21 at wh Monday Slat 21*t423 words
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Article145 1879-05-22 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patboclus. Achilles. Antbnob. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestob. Glauctjs. Fbiam. ANCHI8E8. Sabpsdon. Obestes. Hectob. Stentob. Minelaus. 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 accon modaticn for first and third145 words
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295 1879-05-22 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may be expected to a"ive here daring the current year:— Ottwakd. ®°J rw AEI> 1879 1879. Wednesday 12 February (Friday, 17 January 2fi do ?1 do 12 March 1* February 2« do I295 words
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176 1879-05-22 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, Yizagapatam, Coconada, Masulipatam, Madras, Calicut, Tellichery Ac., during the current year at the undernoted dates Saturday, March 29th Saturday,176 words
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Article43 1879-05-22 1 Messrs. Apcab A Co.’s steamer “Japan,” 1.865 tons, Captain Gardner, may be expected here on or about the 21st instant, e« route to above porta. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, 1st May, 1879.43 words
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Article42 1879-05-22 1 Messrs Apcab A Co.’b 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 A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, 1st May, 1879.42 words
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959 1879-05-22 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 Monet, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia I 46 Padang 94 Cheribon 60 Somarang via Batavia959 words
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Insurance.
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Article73 1879-05-22 1 Capital 3 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 1100,000 on each bottom, and on the Block73 words
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43 1879-05-22 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned has been appointed Agjmt at Singapore for the above Com’l r '•*«»*<» accept risks by first-lass Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER, Agent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. fu. c.)43 words
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Article56 1879-05-22 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost everv description of property at the current Rites 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 1879-05-22 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 July, 1872. (u. c.)42 words
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49 1879-05-22 1 The undersigned, Agents for the above Oompany, are prepared to issue Policies covering Marine Risks on good »to all partof the world. Policies payable one month after due notice and proof of loss is given. HOOGLANDT A GO.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. (u.c.)49 words
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46 1879-05-22 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 tne current rates of premium. RAUTENBERG, SCHMIDT A CO. •Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. n. c.46 words
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69 1879-05-22 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 1879-05-22 1 Capital 2,000,000. Funds in reserve 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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Article30 1879-05-22 1 Capital C 1.000.000. CHTEF OFFICES London 79. Cornhilt, E. O. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb.. 1876. (n. c.l30 words
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71 1879-05-22 1 Capital 10.000.000 Francs. The undersigned. Agents for the above Company, are prepared to take risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. 334 o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
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102 1879-05-22 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, fiOGracechnrch Street. London. Chairman of the Company. Bernard Hall. Esqre. Deputy Chairman WiUiam Hind, Esqre. Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter McLagan.Esq M. p. Deputy Chairman. John T. Fagan, Esqre. The seenrity offered by102 words
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90 1879-05-22 1 J. MONCRIEFF WILSO Actuary and General Manage. THOMAS WALTON THOMSON, Sub-Manager. This Company takes FIRE RISES of every d ascription at the lowest current rates. The rates of Premium vary according to the nature of the risk, and will be found as moderate as those of other first-class offices. Household90 words
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64 1879-05-22 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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87 1879-05-22 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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52 1879-05-22 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, BIMONS A 00. Singapore, Ist April,52 words
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43 1879-05-22 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sjerling Extension op Limits. One F rst 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. (u. c.)43 words
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97 1879-05-22 1 EnUblished IMO, and Empowered br Bpe cial Act of Parliameni.Capital Owe Milliow. Lin AeaoßANcee of every deeoripteon granted. Rbtiring Provisions combined with Life Assurance. Frer Policies issued which can never altogether lapse through non-payment of premiums. No extra charge97 words
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47 1879-05-22 1 It is requested that the Masters of all vessels insured in the above Association, bavins: sustained loss or damage, report themselves to the undersigned immedi* ately on arrival here. CAMERON, DUNLOP A CO., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 (u. o.)47 words
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103 1879-05-22 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester—Exchange Street. Liverpool—2B. Exchang Street East Birmingham—l 2. Bennett’s HilL London—lo, Cornhill. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd. Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Ooston,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. ChaB. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW. Alex.103 words
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207 1879-05-22 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldsoh.Esq Vice Chairman— Jas. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, F.LA. CHIEF npxjfva. QUBOOW Sr ST».f ,OTSV Edinburgh, 17 George Street. Manchester, 47 Brown Street. The undersigned having been appointed Agents of the above Company207 words
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105 1879-05-22 4 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Mntheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. A nil re, Eaq. (Menem. Melohem, k Co.) .1. P. Rumen (Mennm. Hollidav.Wise A Co.) A T Manger, (Mennrn.Don glan,LnnmikACo.) H. Nienine. (Romeo Company Ltd.) J.105 words
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137 1879-05-22 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Fnnds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Rich«rd .1. Ashton, Esq. Alfred Conger, Esq. Thnmnn G. Barclay, j William Hawthorn, Robert C. L. Reran. j George Rihhert, Pereival Rosnnqnet, Samuel Hrde. .Tames Rrand, William Leall. Charles Care. Charles Marrvst. George137 words
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56 1879-05-22 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 1879-05-22 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 1879-05-22 4 The undersigned, Agents for the "Italia” Marine Insurance Compant 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 1879-05-22 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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Advertisement115 1879-05-22 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notice. Ob and after the Ist January, Ice will be sold retail, at the rate of 8 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 5115 words
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Advertisement67 1879-05-22 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, OF THE LATEST SURVEY, and NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Moderate Pricks, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Price or Eacn. Nautical Almanac* 1 Charts, de (Double Sheet) LBO. (Single Sheet) »0.90. Bailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (o. c.) FRENCH FLOWERS. W* have just unpacked67 words
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Advertisement83 1879-05-22 1 ARBROATH COMMERCIAL A8SOCIATION. 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, Uth June, 1878. (u. c.) MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured83 words
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Article144 1879-05-22 2 In thi Supreme Court or thi Struts Settlements. Settlement or 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 bankrupt144 words
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Article38 1879-05-22 2 The S. S. Venice left Hongkong on the 17th instant, and may be expected on Friday the 23rd current. For freight or passage, apply to W. R. SCOW CO. Singapore, 20th May, 1879. (to 23rd inst.)38 words
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Article42 1879-05-22 2 The Spanish steamer Cadiz, Captain J. M. de Echeit». due here on the 25th instant, will have room for cargo for the above port, which can now be engaged. E. A H. HINNEKINDT, Agents. Singapore, 19th May, 1879. (to2sth inst.)42 words
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Article39 1879-05-22 2 The S. S. Moray, left Calcutta on the 18th instant, and will arrive en or about Monday, the 26th current For freight or passage, apply to W. R. SCOTT CO. Singapore, 20th May, 1879. (to 26th inst)39 words
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75 1879-05-22 2 The B. I S. N. Co.’s Ltd. steamer Simla will leave the roads for above ports, calling at Malacca should sufficient inducement offer, at 2 p. m. on Friday, the 23rd instant. She will also take passengers and cargo for Akyab. Bimlipatam, Coconada, Madras75 words
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STRAITS TIMES. THURSDAY, 22ND MAY, 1879.
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Article135 1879-05-22 2 Singapore, 22nd May, 1879. Gambier 4.05. Black Pepper 8.124White Pepper, fair quality 13.25. Sago Flour, Sarawak 3.174. Pearl Sago 4.25. Coffee, Bontyne 17.50. Tin 20.25. 80s. Mule twist M 87. 84 lbs. Shirtings 1.60 7 do do 1.47 J. 6 do V. Cloth 1. 7 do do135 words
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Article1225 1879-05-22 2 Per Rajah Brooke, 21st May. For Sarawak.—From Singapore Mr. H. Wood and Mr. D. C. Travers. Per Pyah Ptkkei, 21st May. For Malacca.— From Singapore: Mrs Webb, and Mr. De Souza. For Penang.— From Singapore: Mr. Marshall and 34 deck. Mail Notices. Mails close for Batavia, per S. S.1,225 words
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Article1336 1879-05-22 2 fit is requenW of our ooutemporaries that, in reproducing these translations, their original appearance in the Straits Tiems may be acknowledged. Madrid, 24tA March.—( From the special correspondent of the Comercio.)—Owing to the activity with which, as I have stated, it is intended to proceed with the laying1,336 words
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Article2883 1879-05-22 3 From our own Correspondent.) Paris, 19/A April. The Blanqui election at Bordeaux promises to injure the Republic more than the clerical agitation against the government bills for suppressing the Jesuits’ school, not recognised either bjr the Concordat or the Code. The first divides the Republicans, the second unites2,883 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement507 1879-05-22 2 £rto gfcbrrttermmttf. HONGKONG ANT) SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid op Capital 5.000,000 Dollara. Reserve Pnnd 1,300,000 Dollars. COURT Of DIRECTOR# 5 Ckmir—n.-WM. H. Forbes, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell A Co.) Deputy Chairman.—The Hon. W Keswick (of Messrs. Jardine Mstbesou A Co.) F. D. Sassooh, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon 8ons A507 words
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Advertisement807 1879-05-22 2 ALBION SAW MILLS. Tblui Ate* Bat. facing the Harbour J. M. LYON CO. Our new works replete with the latest improved machinery for general saw mill work and machine carpentry, are nnder the care of an experienced E iropean foreman Joiner, and our Timber is selected by ourselves personally. We807 words
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Advertisement732 1879-05-22 2 EX. 8. S. GLENFINLAB.” Satle A Co. have just finished unpacking 20 cases of New Goods for their Upper and Lower Show Rooms. Tarlatans White and Coloured, Grenadines White, do White with Coloured Stripes, Hard Bo)k Muslin White—Black, White Book and Swiss Muslin, Merino Black and Coloured, Towels Friction and732 words
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Advertisement354 1879-05-22 2 NOTICE. Neither Captain Von Pchoen nor the agents of the British schooner May, will be responsible for any debts contracted by the crew of the said vessel while in port. MACLAINE FRASEI A CO. Agents. Singapore, 19th May, 1879. (to 31st inst.) j 1 NOTICE. The Undersigned, whilst sincerely thanking354 words
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Correspondence.
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Article127 1879-05-22 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Si*,—Poor Minerva is, indeed, getting old and stupid. She ought, and but for the infirmities of her age, would have known that Jupiter would have scorned to do such a thing as to forge a thunderbolt. These, as poor old M.” has127 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article38 1879-05-22 3 Wednesday, 21st May. German steamer Electra, 1,161 tons, Bohme commander, Hamburg 7th April, consignees Puttfarckcn Rheiner A Co. Thursday 22nd May, Dutch steamer Patoeah, 282 tons, de Neef commander, Palembang 20th May, consignees Hamilton Gray, A Co.38 words
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Article33 1879-05-22 3 Wednesday, 21st May. British steamer Ban Yong Beng, Hide, for Bangkok. British steamer Pyah Pekhet, Joyce, for Penang via Malacca and Native States. Sarawak steamer Rajah Brooke, Reynolds, for Sarawak.33 words
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Article688 1879-05-22 3 1 «i Dm I Ships’ Names. Captaihs. IFlao a- Rio. of ar- Where From. Where Lying Consignees or Aqrnts. Destination. KIVALB. ken-of-wai; Merapi Bosch H.N.M’s. str. 870 Feb. 13 Acheen Roads H.N. M’s. Consul General. Repairing j ua o Poland jH. MV. str. 2216 Apr. 24688 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement196 1879-05-22 3 FOR SALE' Superior Tinto wine, “Chateau Girona, regularly imported by diroct steamers from Barcelona. E. A H. HINNEKINDT. Sole Agents for the Straits Settlements. Singapore, 2nd April, 1879. to 30th June.) TO LET. No 6, and upper floor of No 7 Flint Street, facing the General Post Office. Apply to196 words
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Advertisement402 1879-05-22 3 FOR SALE. Ex. S. S. Kong see. (From Messrs. SybryPearls A Co., Sheffield.) Cast Steel Sizes, 3/4” and 7/8” inches.—l 6 feet lengths. CAMERON DUNLOP! CO. Singapore, 26th March, 1879. Under the Patronage or His Excellency Sir William Robinson, K. C. M. G., Governor or the Straits Settlements. CHONG FEE,402 words
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Docks.
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702 1879-05-22 4 Tnit works of the Company are situated at Tsnjong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the following establishments, viz Wharf.— Affording berthage for twenty Teasels stone time with sufficient water alongside for Teasels of the heaviest draught, and protected702 words
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192 1879-05-22 4 This Company executes ships’ repairs of all descriptions in the most efficient manner under the superintendence of European Shipwrights and Engineers. No. 1 Graving Dock. Length—4ls feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 154 feel Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving192 words
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152 1879-05-22 4 THE PRYE RIVER DOCK COMPANY LIMITED” Incorporated under the Indian Act X of 1866. CAPITAL 200,000 Tn 2000 Shares of 100 each of which 93,900 have already been subscribed. BOARD CF DIRECTORS. David Brown Esq.— Chairmen. T. C. Bogaardt Esq. I G. P. Tolson Esq. J. M. Vermont J. Lamb152 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement545 1879-05-22 4 HdfstfllantotM. J. MOTION. Chronometer. Watch and Clock Maker, and Optician. Street. Has always on hand a well selected stock of Jewellery. Watches, Clocks, Nautical Instruments. Ac., comprising Bracelets, Ladies’ gold watche, Brooches. Cents’ ditto.. Earrings, Silver watches. Lockets. American clocks, Ladies’rings, Carriage clocks, Signet rings, Marble clocks, Wedding rings, Chronometers,545 words
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Advertisement511 1879-05-22 4 NOTICE. Katz Bros., have opened out now: CUTL*RY. Joseph Rodgers and Sons’ heat make Table Knives, different kinds, Dessert do do Oarvinsr Knives and forks, Pen Knives with 2 and more blades, snnerior. Razors, single and in boxes of 2,3, or 4 pieces, Plated War*. A n assortment of electro511 words
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Advertisement175 1879-05-22 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.175 words
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Advertisement606 1879-05-22 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers of European, China, Japan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Clock Makers; JEWELLER8 AND GOLDSMITH8 WINE, SPIRIT AND PROVISION MERCHANTS. Outfitting Department. Gentlemen's outfiits made up on tbe shortest notice fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine Tweeds,606 words
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Advertisement713 1879-05-22 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE Commercial Square, Hare war* on hand a wall wlertod and richly assort•l stock of all European and other roods. M od srats terms and earefnl tendance AND PENANG, Beach Street 27. Hal ten fort- Bont tonwaehrendein ionrs bien wohlaasortir- as sortie Hehben *tecds »oor radie713 words
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