Singapore Daily Times, 23 May 1879
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Title Section12 1879-05-23 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, FRIDAY, 23rd MAY, 1879. No. 13,78612 words
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Article, Illustration421 1879-05-23 1 Office—l, Collyer Quay. Godowns—At New Harbour. The uudernoted are the dates on which this Company's Mail Steamers may be expected to arrive at Singapore dnring the year 1879:OVTWitD. Ho«kwam>. TuewUy fflst Js» Fridny J‘n4*h Feb. *4tb 18th 7th Feb. 4th M&r 2lst iS j*421 words
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Article144 1879-05-23 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achilles. Antenor. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucub. Priam. Ancbises. Sarpedon. Orestes. Hector. Stentor. Menelaus. Tsucer. The Coy’s Steamers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accommodation for first and third class144 words
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294 1879-05-23 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may be expected to arrive here during the current year OlTTWABD. 1 HOJIBWABD. 1879. 1879. Wednesday 12 February 1 Friday, 17 January 26 do 31 do 12 March 14 February 26 do 28294 words
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182 1879-05-23 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Moulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta, taking Passengers and Cargo for Akyab, ObitUigopp Bimlipatam, Viznt*apatam. Coconada, MaBulipatam, Madras, Calicut, Tellichery Ac during the current year at the undernoted dates Saturday, March 29th Saturday,182 words
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Article41 1879-05-23 1 Messrs. Apcar 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 MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist May, 1879.41 words
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Article42 1879-05-23 1 Messrs. Apcar 4 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 4 MOSES, Agents. Singapore, 1st May, 1879.42 words
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961 1879-05-23 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore andßata via every 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 Padang961 words
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Insurance.
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Article73 1879-05-23 1 Capital 1 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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47 1879-05-23 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned has been appointed Agent at Singapore for the above Company, 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 1879-05-23 1 EBTABLIBHED 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every description of property at the current R ■>tea 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 A57 words
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Article42 1879-05-23 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Oompany, and are prepared to take risks upon cargo on the customary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY A CO. Singapore, 15th Jnly, 1872. (n. c.)42 words
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49 1879-05-23 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 A 00.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. (u.e.)49 words
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46 1879-05-23 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. u. c.46 words
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69 1879-05-23 1 Hiad Office, Batavia. Thr 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 1879-05-23 1 Capital 2,000,000. Funds in reserve reclusive of Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang: BOUSTEAD A 00. 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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Article29 1879-05-23 1 Capital ffi.non.nno. CHIEF OFFICER. London 79. Oornhill E. C. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (u. c.)29 words
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71 1879-05-23 1 Capital 10,000,000 Francs. The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to take risks upon cargo bv steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. 331 o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
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Article193 1879-05-23 1 Capital Two Millions Sterling. Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings. fiOGracechurch Street. London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall. Esqre. Deputy Chairman William Hind. Esqre. Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq m. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The security offered193 words
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64 1879-05-23 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 1879-05-23 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 1879-05-23 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 4 CO. Singapore, 1st April,52 words
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42 1879-05-23 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sxerling Extension op Limits. One F rst class risk 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS A CO. Agents Singapore, 17th Deo., 1875. (u. o.)42 words
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98 1879-05-23 1 Established 1840, and Empowered by Spe cial Act of Parliament. Capital One Million. Life Assueances of every description granted. Retiring Provisions combined with Life Assurance. Free Policies issued which can never altogether lapse through non-payment of premiums. No extra98 words
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46 1879-05-23 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. o.)46 words
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Article102 1879-05-23 1 Capital, Two Millions Steeling OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester—Exchange Street. Liverpool—28. Exchang Street East Birmingham—12. Bonnett’s Hill. London—10, Cornhill. Glasgow —4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—50, Broad Street* CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd, Esq. (Messrs. Todd 4 Coston.) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW. Alex.102 words
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211 1879-05-23 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldbon.Ebq Vice Chairman— Jab. Nicol Fleming, Ebq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, f.ix CHIEF OFFICES: Glasgow f 5O GloEo l Street. Edinburgh, 17 Georgi Street. f {‘ssfflsr Manchester, 47 Brown Street. The undersigned having been appointed A211 words
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102 1879-05-23 4 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 Grnrral Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, E*q. (Messrs. Melehers, k Co.) J. P. Raines (Messrs. Holliday,Wise A Co.) A. T. Msnirer, fMessrs.DonslM.LanraikACo.) H, Nieaise, (Borneo Comneov Ltd.) J. J. doe Semedios,102 words
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136 1879-05-23 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Rieh«rd J. Ashton. Esq. Alfred Ooneer. Esq. Thomas O. Rarelay, j William Hawthorn, Robert C. L. Reran. Oeortre Hihhert, Peroiral Rosanqnet, Samite) Hvde. James Rrand, William Lysll, Charles Care. Charles Marryat. Oeoree H.136 words
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56 1879-05-23 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 1879-05-23 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 30*2,671 Total Fire Reserves ~1,132,248 Income of the Fire Department, Net Premiums and Interest... 908,014 The undersigned. Agents82 words
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78 1879-05-23 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 aDd sailing vessel on the customary terms. The usual disoount is allowed on all risks for coasting voyages78 words
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31 1879-05-23 4 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine risk* 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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Advertisement114 1879-05-23 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIYER VALLEY ROAD. Notice. On and after the Ist January, Ice will he solu retail, at the rate of 3 Cents perpound. The Ice House is opened for the sale of Ice daily from 6 M. to 6 p. M. Tickets for 2, 3 or 5 lbs.114 words
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Advertisement71 1879-05-23 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, or THE LATEST SURVEY, and NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Moderate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ POME. Price or Eacn. Nautical Almanacs I L 25. Charts, de (Double Sheet) LBO. y (Single Sheet) »0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u. c.) FRENCH FLOWERS. We71 words
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Advertisement83 1879-05-23 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 CO. Agents. Singapore, Uth June, 1878. (u. c.) MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured83 words
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Article145 1879-05-23 2 In the 8tjpreiie Court op the Straits Settlements. Settlement or Singapore. In the matter of Shines PPala Meric an 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 the145 words
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Article41 1879-05-23 2 The Spanish steamer Cadi*, Captain J. M. de EcheiU, 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. (to25th inst.)41 words
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Article40 1879-05-23 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, apply to W. R. SCOTT Sl CO. Singapore, 20th May, 1879. (to 26th inst.)40 words
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STRAITS TIMES FRIDAY, 23RD MAY, 1879
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Article229 1879-05-23 2 Singapore, 23*d May, 1879. Gambier f 4 02J. Black Pepper 8.12J. White Pepper, fair quality 13.25. Sago Flour, Sarawa i 3.20. Pearl Sago 4.25. Coffee, Bontyne 17.50. Tin 20.25. 80s. Mule twist 87. 8J lbs. Shirtings 1.60 7 do do n 1-474-6 do T. Cloth 1. 7229 words
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780 1879-05-23 2 London Hit Mat/. —The German Government has decided to suspend sales of silver. London Hind Mai/. —Volunteering has been opened at the garrisons of Chatham and Portsmouth for service at the Cape. The Euphrates, 3 guus, is preparing for sea. The British Parliament. London, Hind780 words
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518 1879-05-23 2 I General Grant and party, we learn j from the Hongkong papers, arrived in Canton in the U. S. A. frigate Ashuelot about 10 p. m. on the 5th instant. He had been expected about 4.30 p. m. and several hundreds of Chinese518 words
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Article3605 1879-05-23 2 The papers from home received by last mail contain fall reports of the general meetings of the shareholders of the Oriental, Chartered Mercantile, and Chartered Banks. Although the Directors' Reports for 1878 were all approved, the meetings, at least of the first named two Banks, did not3,605 words
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Correspondence.
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Article186 1879-05-23 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sir —Referring to an article in your paper stating that British Vessels of War are unpopular in Siam, I trust you will allow me, a resident in Siam of more than twenty years’ standing, to say that British186 words
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371 1879-05-23 3 To the Editor of the Daily Timet. Sir, —I have been much amused by reading Mr. Hill’s very interesting reports on the suitability of certain districts in Johore, for Coffee, Cacao and Tea plan- tations, and the very strong inducements that he holds out371 words
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Notices.
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Article60 1879-05-23 3 The S S. Glencoe. Captain W. A. Gulland. and the 8. S. Glenenglee. Captain i Geo. S MacBain. with the new Season’s Teas, will leave Singapore, about the 1st .Tune next., and have (rood accommodation (or 1st and 2nd class passengers. For further particulars, apply to MARTIN DYCE60 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement472 1879-05-23 2 #tto aibtrtitttntnw. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capita] 5,000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund 1,300,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. CUtrtH**.—Wm. H. Forbes, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell A Co.) Deputy Chairman.—-The Hon. W. Keswick (of Messrs. Jardine Matheson Co.) F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A Co.) B.472 words
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Advertisement768 1879-05-23 2 ALBION SAW MILLS. Tiluk Ayer Bay, facing the Harbour J. M. LYON A CO. Our new works replete with the latest improved machinery for general saw mill work and machine carpentry, are under the care of an experienced Eiropean foreman Joiner, and our Timber is selected by ourselves personally. We768 words
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Advertisement853 1879-05-23 2 THE TANJONG PAGAR DOCK COMPANT, LIMITED. None* is hereby given that an Extraordinary General Meeting of the Shareholders in this Company will be held at its registered Office, No. 4, Collyer Quay, at noon, on Thursday, the 29th day of May, 1879, for the purpose of considering. and of passing853 words
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Advertisement472 1879-05-23 2 NOTICE. The interest and responsibility of Mr. Alexander Duff in our firm ceased on the 30th ultimo. CAMERON DUNLOP k CO. Singapore, Ist May, 1879. to 31st inst. TO BE LET. Entry on 15th M y instant. A large and commodious Family Residence with gas fittings complete, Bituate at No.472 words
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Obituary18 1879-05-23 2 DEATH. On the 22nd May, at his residence, Spottiswoode Park, Singapore, William Kobe, aged 68 years.18 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article18 1879-05-23 3 Friday, 23rd, May. Siamese steamer Bangkok, 336 tons, Rademaker, commander, Bangkok 19th May, consignee Kim Ah Mah.18 words
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Article25 1879-05-23 3 Thursday. 22nd May. British barque Indian, Millington, for Cotie. Britiah barque Thorne, Hatchwell, for Penang. I German barque Lasker, Kaemena, for Bangkok.25 words
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Article668 1879-05-23 3 Datb I >hips’Names. Captains. Flag A Rio. g or ab- Where From. Where Lying Consignees or Agents Destination. RIVALS. WEN-OF-WAP. Merap i Bosch H.N.M’s. str. 870 Feb. 13 Acheen Roads H.N. M’s. Consul General. Repairing Juno" Poland IH. M’s. str. 2216 Apr. 24 Hongkong Do. Senior668 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement257 1879-05-23 3 FOR SALE. Superior Tinto wine, "Chateau Girona, regularly imported by dirjct steamers j from Barcelona. E. H. H1NNEKINDT, Sole Agents for the Straits Settlements. Singapore, 2nd April, 1879. to 30th June.) i TO LET. No ti. and upper floor of No 7 Flint Street, facing the General Post Office. Apply257 words
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Advertisement402 1879-05-23 3 FOR SALE. Ex. 8. 8. Kongsee. (From Messrs. Bybry Q earls A Co., Sheffield.) Cast Bteel Sixes, 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. CHONG402 words
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Docks.
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704 1879-05-23 4 Thi work* of the Company we situated at Tsnjong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the following eetabliehmente, Tie Wharf.—Affording berthage for twenty vessels at one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught, and protected704 words
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191 1879-05-23 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 feet Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving191 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement546 1879-05-23 4 ifltttf [famous. J. MOTION. Chronometer. Witch and Clock Maker. a*d 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, Wedding546 words
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Advertisement659 1879-05-23 4 NOTICE. Katz Bros., have opened out now: Cutlery. Joseph Rodgers and Sons’ best 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 electro plated659 words
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Advertisement176 1879-05-23 4 NETHERLANDS INDIA DISCOUNT COMPANY. The undersigned having been appointed Agents (by Power of Attorney dated Batavia, 19th June. 1869,) to the above Companv 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.176 words
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Advertisement606 1879-05-23 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Impobyim of Ethiopian, China, Japan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Clock Makers Jewellers and Goldsmiths WINE, SPIRIT AND PROVISION MERCHANTS. Outfitting Department. Gentlemen's outfiits made up on the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine Tweeds.606 words
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Advertisement709 1879-05-23 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Commercial Square, Reich Street 27. H«re»lw»y* on h*nd a wall w'eot«d and richly assort•d stock of all Enropean and other (roods, M od crate carefnl tendance. Halten fort Bont ton- Hebben«toed* waehrend ein i ionrs Wen -nor radie**n wohlassorttr- ass o r ti»|709 words
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