Singapore Daily Times, 24 May 1879
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Title Section12 1879-05-24 1 Singapore Daily Times. No. 13,787 VOL XX. SINGAPORE, SATURDAY, 24th MAY, 1879.12 words
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Article, Illustration430 1879-05-24 1 Office— l, Collyer Quay. Godowns— At New Harbour. The nr demoted are the dates on which this Company's Mail Steamers may he expected to arrive at Singapore during the yew 1879 1 OrnniD. Ho*KW*tp. Tnnidav 21 tt J«n. Friday loth Jan. 4th Fab. 24th430 words
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Article146 1879-05-24 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achilles. Antenor. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Priam. Anchibes. Sarpedon. Orestes. Hector. Stintor. Menelaus. Teucer. Tie 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 third146 words
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264 1879-05-24 1 Tp e following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messagerieß Maritime* may be expected to a r rive here daring the current year:— Oftwakp. Ho ?lS? rAßl> 1879. 1979. Wednesday 12 February Fnd *y. 17 January 26 do do 12 March 14 February264 words
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181 1879-05-24 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Moulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta, taking Passengers and Cargo, fojr Akyab, "ftiuiiiputuiiL izagapauu,, 1 conada, Masulipatam, Madras, Calicut, Tellicbery Ac, during the current year at the nndernoted dates Saturday, March 29th I181 words
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Article48 1879-05-24 1 run riiaaiiu an u uvuna. Messrs. Apcar A Co.’s steamer Javan," 1,865 tons, Captain Gardner, may be expected here on or about the 21st instant, cn route to above ports. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES Si MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist May, 1879.48 words
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Article44 1879-05-24 1 run. nuiuiiuau. Messrs. Apcar A Co.’s steamer Arratoon Apcar, 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavisb, 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, 1879.44 words
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966 1879-05-24 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore andßatavia every fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours aftci the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Money, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia Padang 94 Cheribon966 words
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Insurance.
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Article73 1879-05-24 1 Capital 1,500.000. Paid-up 133.332. Reserve Fund 90.000. General Agents. Messrs. .Tardine Matheson A Co., Hongkong. The undersigned, Agents for the Office. a l authorised to insure goods by A. T. Sailing Vessels or Steamers to the extent of SI 00,000 on each bottom, and on tbe73 words
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49 1879-05-24 1 Established 1836. 0 apttal £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned has been appointed A n f at Singapore for the above Cora- and ia prepared to neeept risks by ass Steamers and Sailing vessels: It. W. GEIGER, A (rent. Singapore, 14th Fehy. 1878. (u.c.)49 words
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Article57 1879-05-24 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost eve»v description of property at the onrrent R 'tea of Premium. T’otal Sum insured in 1877, £254,303.817. P'aims arranged by the Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singauore Agents. MARTIN. DYCE A57 words
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Article46 1879-05-24 1 UUJH r AIN I London Office, 2 old Broad Street. The nndersigned 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. fu. c.)46 words
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50 1879-05-24 1 KA.NUK UUMrAIU. The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to issue Policies covering Marine Risks on goods to all partof the world. Policies payable one month after due notice and proof of loss is given. HOOGLANDT CO.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. (u.c.)50 words
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49 1879-05-24 1 Dinar i, Danum. (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.49 words
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69 1879-05-24 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 1879-05-24 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 £l2,ooo, 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 1879-05-24 1 Capital ffi.ftnn.nDG. CHIEF OFFICER London 79. Cornhtll E. C. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. fu. c.)29 words
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71 1879-05-24 1 Capital lO.ftOO.ftftft Francs. The undersigned. Agents for the above Company, are prepared to take risks upon cargo by 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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198 1879-05-24 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings. 60Gracechurch Street. London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall. Esqre. Deputy Chairman f Wind, Esqr*. Patrick Hunter, Oh 'innan in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq M. P. Deputy Chairman. John T, Fagan, Esqre. The security198 words
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66 1879-05-24 1 nanoD wjuraiw. 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 the66 words
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87 1879-05-24 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 1879-05-24 1 Established 1821 Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Total Invested Funds, upwards of 3,000,000 Annual Income upwards of 400,000 The nndersigned have been appointep Agents at Singapore and are prepared to issue policies against Fire on the usual terms. PATERSON, SIMONS St 00. Singapore, Ist April,52 words
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41 1879-05-24 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sierling Extension of Limits. One F rst class risk 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS CO. Agents Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (u. o.)41 words
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95 1879-05-24 1 Established 1840, and Empowered by Spe cial Act of Parliament.Capital One Million. Life Assurances of every description granted. Retiring Provisions combined with Life Assurance. Free Policies issued which can never altogether lapse through non-payment of premiums. No extra charge95 words
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48 1879-05-24 1 inou naiiuci aoowjiaiium It is requested that the Master* of all vessels insured in the above Association, having sustained loss or damage, report themselves to the undersigned immediately on arrival here. CAMERON, DUNLOP CO., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 (n- c.)48 words
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105 1879-05-24 1 VAriiMi, SULLIUBB OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester— Exchange Street. Liverpool—2B. Eichang Street East Rirmingham—l2. B«nnett’s Hill. London—lo. Cornhill. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Street, CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd, Esq. (Messrs. Todd St, Coston.) chairman in livirpool. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN105 words
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212 1879-05-24 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Stirling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson.Esq Vice Chairman— Jas. Nicol Fleming, Ebq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, ».ut CHIEF OFFICES: so lA B^' 010 Edinburgh, 17 George Street. '*sszr“ {'Sssssr Manchester 47 Brown Street. The undersigned having been appointed Agents of the212 words
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101 1879-05-24 4 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. Andre, Esq. (Messrs. MeloViers. A Co.) .T. P Rnmes (Messrs. Hollidsv.Wise A Co.) A. T. Mnneer, (Messrs.Pon*)ss.T.snr*ikACo.) H. Nionise, (Borneo Compunv Ltd.) J. .T. doe Remedies, (.T.101 words
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135 1879-05-24 4 .Capital £1,000.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1.200,000. Directors. Rieh'rd .T. Ashton, Esq. Alt-ed Oomrer. Esq. Thomas G. Rsrelay, Witlism Hawthorn, Robert. C. L. Reran. Georee Rihbort, Poroivnl Rosawpiet, Samuel Hrde. James Rrand, William T,v*ll. Charles Cave. Charles Marrr>». Oeoree H. Chambers,135 words
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55 1879-05-24 4 The undersigned have been appointed acrents for the above Company and are prepared to accept risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. Tbe usual discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages and on risks to Europe and America. REME RROTHERS.55 words
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83 1879-05-24 4 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated bt Royal Chaktkri.) Subscribed Capital £2,000,01 M> Paid-up Capital 250,00*' 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, Agents83 words
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78 1879-05-24 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 1879-05-24 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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Advertisement113 1879-05-24 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notice. On and after the let January, Ice will be sola retail, at the rate of 3 Cents perpound. The Ice Bouse is opened for the sale of Ice daily from 6 M. to 6 F. M. Tickets for 2, 3 ors lbs. can113 words
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Advertisement70 1879-05-24 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, OF THE LATEST SURVEY, and NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Moderate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Price of Eacn. Nautical Almana's I 1 •25Charts. de (Double Sheet) 1-80. y (Single Sheet) 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u. c.) FRENCH FLOWERS. We bare70 words
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Advertisement81 1879-05-24 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 incase ofloss or d image. CAMERON DUNLOP CO. Agents. Singapore, 11th June, 1878. (a. c.) MONTROSE UNDERWRITING AS80CIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured in81 words
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Article44 1879-05-24 2 The Spanish steamer Cadiz, Captain J. M. de Echeitx, due here on the 25th instant, will hare room for cargo for the a bore port, which can now be engaged. E. k E. HINNEKINDT, Agents. Singapore, 19th Maj, 1879. (to 25th inst.)44 words
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48 1879-05-24 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. SYED MOHAMED BIN A. ALSAGOFF. Manager. Singapore, 7th May, 1879. (to 31st May.)48 words
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306 1879-05-24 2 Notice is hereby given that an Extraordinary General Meeting of the Shareholders in this Company will be held at its registered Office, No. 4, Collrer Quay, at noon, on Thursday, the 29th day of May, 1879, for the purpose of considering. and of passing306 words
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Article39 1879-05-24 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 CO. Singapore, 20th May, 1879. (to 26th inst.)39 words
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STRAITS TIMES SATURDAY, 24TH MAY, 1879.
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Article225 1879-05-24 2 Singapore, 24th Mat, 1879. Gambier 9 4.024. Black Pepper 8.124White Pepper, fair quality 13.25. Sago Flour, Sara was 3.20. Pearl Sago 4.25. Coffee, Bontyne 17.50. Tin 20.25. 80s. Mule twist 87. 81 lbs. Shirtings 1.60 7 do do 1.474. 6 do V. Cloth 1. 7 do do225 words
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Article1197 1879-05-24 2 1 —Sixth Sunday after Easter. 2.—Daylight. The Spanish steamer Cadiz from Manila dueen route to Li verpool. See advt. 3 —6.30 and 9 a. m. Morning Masses. at the French and Portuguese Roman Catholic Churches. 4. a. m. and 11 a. m. Morning Service at1,197 words
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Article896 1879-05-24 2 [From Indian Papers.) London, 9th May. —ln compliance with Lord Chelmsford’s request, farther reinforcements are being sent to the Cape. Lahore, \oth May. —The Gazette report* the peace terms between England and Afghanistan, viz. British occupation from Koorum, Shutergardan Pass, Khyber and Loargi to Kandahar and Pisheen, and896 words
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Article889 1879-05-24 3 (From our oum Corretpondent.) Perth 19 th April. —The ballot bill—the one great boon which Sir William Robinson obtained for this colony—has after nearly two years’ detention in I the English Colonial Office at length come back with Her Majesty’s assent. This important bill, which eman- i cipates889 words
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Article1078 1879-05-24 3 (From the London and China Express, April 25.; Parliament.— In the House of Lords Viscount Cranbrook, in reply to Earl Granville, has announced that the British troops would not advance on Cabul without application being made to the Home Government. The Rivers Conservancy Bill has been passed through Committee.1,078 words
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Correspondence.
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Article515 1879-05-24 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sir, —I am not amused but disappointed by reading an Old Planter’s” letter in your issue of yesterday. Does the writer for one moment imagine that Capitalists here will embark in such an enterprise as cultivating land in515 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement642 1879-05-24 2 #tto asbrrtfswmnts. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Pul up Cupital 5,000,000 BoUutu. Rewire Fund 1,300,000 OolUrfl. COURT OF DIRECTORS. CAuirmu*.—Wm. H. Fomis, Euq. (of Mesuru. Russell Co.) Dspuiy CkavrmM s.—The Hon. W. Kiswicu (of Messrs. Jardine Matbesou A Co.) F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A Co.)642 words
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Advertisement676 1879-05-24 2 ALBION SAW MILLS. Tiluk Ayeb Bat. facing thi Harbour J. M. LYON A 00. Oub new works replete with the latest improved machinery (or general saw mill work and machine carpentry, are under the care of an experienced European foreman Joiner, and our Timber is selected by ourselves personally. We676 words
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Advertisement544 1879-05-24 2 NOTICE. Neither Captain Von Schoen nor the agents of the British schooner May h will be responsible for any debts contracted by the crew of the said vessel while in port. MACLAINE FRASER &CO, Apr nts. Singapore, 19th May, 1879. (to 31st inst) NOTICE. The Undersiened, whilst sincerely thanking all544 words
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Advertisement503 1879-05-24 2 EX. S. 8. TANG TSE.” E. Barthbl has iust received a new and splendid stock of Jewellery, latest fashion and very handsome designs, comprising Bracelets. Brooches, Earrings. Rings. Chains, Studs, Charms. Lockets, Gold Pencils, Watch-keys, Scarf-rings, Necklets, etc. Singapore, 23rd May, 1879. to 23rd June. J. MICHELL Pianoforte tuner and503 words
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Notices.
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Article59 1879-05-24 3 The S. 8. Glencoe, Captain W. A. Gulland, and the S. S. Qleneagles, Captain Geo. S. 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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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article112 1879-05-24 3 Friday, 23rd May. French war steamer Sarthe. 2,222 tons, De Snouy commander, Saigon 20th May. consignee French Consul. British steamer Normanby, 664 tons, Ellis commander, Hongkong 15th May, consignees Guthrie A Co. Dutch steamer Egeron, 495 tons, Sandman commander, Batavia 20th May, consignees Hooglandt A Co. Saturday, 24th May.112 words
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Article18 1879-05-24 3 Continued.) P. A O. steamer Teheran, 2,589 tons, Johnson commander, Bombay 12th May, consignees P. A O. Company.18 words
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Article58 1879-05-24 3 Friday, 23rd May. British steamer Celestial, White, for Samarang. German steamer Electro, Bohme, for Hongkong. British steamer Japan, Guan Hin, for Malacca A Penang. British steamer Simla, Franks, for Calcutta via intermediate ports. Ge man barque Luise Scheller, Kloeking, for Hongkong and Shanghai. British barque Zephyr, Karsten,58 words
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Article706 1879-05-24 3 I Date I Ships’ Names. Captains. Flag a Rig. of ar- Where From. Where Lying Consignees or Agents. Destination. rivals. MEN-OF-W* Merapi Bosch H.N.M’s. str. 870 Feb. 13 Acheen Roads H.N. M's. Consul General. Repairing j UQ o Poland H. MV. str. 2216 Apr. 24 Hongkong706 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement284 1879-05-24 3 MADAME B. BOURGOIN. French Milliner and Dressmaker. 31 Orchard Road. Begs to inform the Ladies of Singapore that she has received and opened for sale a case of Paris Hats of the latest fashion, and of which she respectfully solicits their early inspection. Prces moderate. Singapore, 13th May, 1879- t.to284 words
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Advertisement361 1879-05-24 3 FOR SALE. Ex. 8. 8. Kong nee. (From Messrs. Sybry Searls A Co., Sheffield.) CABT Btbel Sixes, 3/4” and 7/8” inches,—l6 feet lengths. CAMERON DUNLOP* CO. Singapore, 26th March, 1879. Under the Patronage of His Excellency Sir William Robinson, K. C. M. G., Governor of the Straits Settlements. CHONG FEE,361 words
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Docks.
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708 1879-05-24 4 Trre work. of the Oonpanj aitjatad at Tsnjong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the iollowiif eetahliahmente, tit mm Wharf.— Affording berthage for twenty Teeiiels at one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught, and708 words
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191 1879-05-24 4 This Company executes ships’ repairs of all descriptions in the most efficient manner under the superintendence of Eoropean Shipwrights and Engineers. No. 1 Grating Dock. Length—4ls feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 154 feet Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Grating191 words
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259 1879-05-24 4 THE PRYE RIVER DOCK COMPANY LIMITED” Incorporated under the Indian Act X of 1866. CAPITAL 200.000 In 2000 Shares ofs 100 each of which 93,900 have already been subscribed. BOARD CF DIRECTORS. David Brown Esq.— Chairman. T. C. Bogaardt Esq. G. P. Tolson Esq. J. M. Vermont J. Lamb Oh259 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement554 1879-05-24 4 J. MOTION. Chbonombtkb. Witch and Clock Manse, a»o Optician. Flint Steeit. Has always on had a well selected stock of Jewellery, Watches, Clocks, Nautical Instruments, Ac., comprising Bracelets, Ladies cold watche, Brooches, Cents’ ditto., Earrings, Silver watches, Lockets. Amencan clocks, Ladies’ rings, Carriage clocks, Signet rings, Marble clocks, Wedding rings.554 words
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Advertisement401 1879-05-24 4 fHistfllanwitx. 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, Pew Knives with 2 and more blades, superior, Razors, single and in boxes of 2,3, or 4 pieces, Plated Ware. An assortment of electro401 words
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Advertisement178 1879-05-24 4 NETHERLANDS INDTA DISCOUNT COMPANY. The undersigned having been appointed Agents f by Power of Attorney dated Batavia, 19th June. 1969,) to the above Company are authorised to grant and buy bills on Java, discount acceptances, give money in loan on securities and generally to represent the said Bank at this178 words
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Advertisement607 1879-05-24 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's outfiitt made up on the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine Tweeds.607 words
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Advertisement714 1879-05-24 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Commercial Square, Beach Street 27. W*rf«ii|w»T» on hand a wait ■"looted and riohlv anaorte! atookofall E'tropoan and n*W ?noda. M od orato term« and careful a t. tendanoo. TOord. Hat ten fort- toot ton-! HeM>on«tee«t» irsohrond pin innr* Men I -oor rad ip714 words
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