Singapore Daily Times, 31 May 1879
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Title Section12 1879-05-31 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, SATURDAY, 31st MAY, 1879. No. 13,79212 words
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Article, Illustration427 1879-05-31 1 Office— l, Collyer Quay. Godowns— At New Harbour. Tm nr demoted »re tbe dates on which tbii Company’s Mail Steamer* may be ax* j pwted to arrive at Singapore during the year 1879 Ornr*iD. Hosiw*sr. 21 nt J*». Friday 10th Jan. itb Feb 24,h427 words
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Article145 1879-05-31 1 Agamimhoh. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achillm. Antkhob. Diomid. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Priam. Ancbises. Sabpedon. Orestes. Hector. Strhtor. Menelaus. Teucer. The Coy’s Steamers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accotrmodaticn for first and third class145 words
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292 1879-05-31 1 The following a™ the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may be expected to arrive here during the current year Ottwabp. Hohbward. 1879 1879. Wednesday 12 February 1 Friday, 17 January 26 do 31 d 0 12 March 14 February 26 do *>292 words
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181 1879-05-31 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, Vizagapatam, Co* conada, Masulipatam, Madras, Calicut, Tellicbery Ac., during the current year at the undernoted dates Saturday, March 29th181 words
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Article43 1879-05-31 1 Messrs. Apcar A Co.’s steamer Japan," 1.865 tons, Captain Gardner, may be expected here on or about tbe 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 1879-05-31 1 Messrs Apcar A Co.’s steamer Arratoon Apcar, 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may be expected here on or about the 28th inst., en route to above port. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist May, 1879.42 words
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963 1879-05-31 1 The Steamers of the above Company will nowply between Singapore andßatu via every fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours aftei the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Money, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia I 46 Padang963 words
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Insurance.
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Article72 1879-05-31 1 Capital 1,500.000. Paid-np 133.332. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. Jardine Matheson A Co., Hongkong. The undersigned, Agents for the Office, are authorised to insure goods by A. I. Sailing Vessels or Steamers to the extent of $lOO,OOO on each bottom, and on the Block and72 words
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47 1879-05-31 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned has been appointed Agent at Singapore for the above Company. and ia 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 1879-05-31 1 Established 1719. Insurances effected upon almost every de«cription of property at the current R ’tos of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1877. £254,303.817. Claims arranged by the Local Agents, and paid with promptitnde and liberality. The jnrisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents, MARTIN. DYCE A57 words
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Article42 1879-05-31 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. In. c.)42 words
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49 1879-05-31 1 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 A CO.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. (o.c.j49 words
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46 1879-05-31 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 1879-05-31 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 1879-05-31 1 Capital 2,000,000. FUNDB IN REBERVE 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. (a. o.)44 words
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Article29 1879-05-31 1 Capital ei.onn.non. CHTEF OFFICES. LONDON 79, CORNHILL V. 0. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Amenta for Singapore. BOUBTEAD A CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (u. c.)29 words
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71 1879-05-31 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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196 1879-05-31 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings. fiOGracechurch Street. London. Chairman of the Company. Bernard Hall. Esqre. Deputy Chairman illi a JJ ind E "9 r<? Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq m. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan,196 words
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64 1879-05-31 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 1879-05-31 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 1879-05-31 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 A 00. Singapore, Ist April,52 words
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42 1879-05-31 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 A CO. Agents Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (n. c.)42 words
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94 1879-05-31 1 Established 1840, and Empowered by Spe cial Act of Parliameni.Oapital One Million. Life Assurances ofevery description granted. Retiring Provisions combined with Life Assurance. Pbb* Policies issued which can never altogether lapse through non-payment of premiums. No extra charge for94 words
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46 1879-05-31 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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108 1879-05-31 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester— Exchange Btreet 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 Coston.) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland,108 words
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222 1879-05-31 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson, Esq Vice Chairman— Jas. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, FLA. CHIEF OFFICES: r^ 0 Edinburgh, 17 George Street. I/*.™. f 2 King William Lo do! Street. t f Oriel Chambers, Liverpool Water Street.222 words
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103 1879-05-31 4 Capttat, 92.0A0.000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve F«:n-1 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, E*q. (Meeem. Melohem, ft Co.) .T. P Berne* (Menem. Holliday. Wine A Co.) A T Wnnirer, (Meeere.DonßrlM.LapmikACo.) W. Nicaine, (Romeo Oomnanv Ltd.) J. J. doe103 words
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138 1879-05-31 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid tip and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Rich*rd .1. Ashton. Ess. Alt'*"! Ooneer, Esq. Thomas O. Rarelav, j William Hawthorn, Robert C. T, Reran, I fleoree Rihbert, .Peroirsi Rosanqnet, Samuel Hvde. Jamss Rranil, William Lvall. Charles Caro. Charles Marryst.138 words
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56 1879-05-31 4 The undersigned have been appointed agents for the above Company and are prepared to accept risks opon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. The nsaal discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages and on risks to Europe and America. REME RROTHERS.56 words
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82 1879-05-31 4 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated bt Royal Chartrri.) 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 1879-05-31 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 1879-05-31 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 (n. c.)31 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement117 1879-05-31 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLE I ROAD. None*. On and after the let January, Ice will be sola 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 or117 words
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Advertisement68 1879-05-31 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, OF THE LATEBT SURVEY, and NADTICAL BOOKS, At Moderate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Price or Eacn. Nautical Almanac 11-25-Chart*, de (Double Sheet) 1«80. y (Single Sheet) 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u. c.) FRENCH FLOWERS. We have just unpacked68 words
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Advertisement82 1879-05-31 1 ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSOCIATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWRITERS, DUNDEE. The undersigned request that Masters of Vessels insured in the above associations immediately communicate with them in case ofloss or d image. CAMERON DUNLOP CO. Agents. Singapore, 11th June, 1878. (u. c.) MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured82 words
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48 1879-05-31 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. STED MOHAMED BIN A. ALSAGOFF. Manager. Singapore, 7th May, 1879. (to 31st May.)48 words
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71 1879-05-31 2 The B. I. S. N. Co’s, steamer PurtUia, 987 tons register, will leave the Roads for above ports at 2 p. m., on Saturday the 31st instant. She will also take Passengers and Cargo for Akyab, Bimilipatam, Coconada, Madras 4c. For freight or71 words
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Article158 1879-05-31 2 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STRAITS SETTLEMENTS. Settlement or Singapore. John Scantlebury. trading as an Hoj tel keeper, at the Royal Hotel,” in Coleman Street, in the Town and Island of Singapore, and residing at No. 5, Short j Street, in Singapore, aforesaid, was adi158 words
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STRAITS TIMES SATURDAY, 31ST MAY, 1879.
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Article305 1879-05-31 2 Singapore, 31st May, 1879. Gambier 3 80. Black Pepper 8.15. White Pepper, fair quality 13. Sago Flour, Sarawa* 3.025. Pearl Sago 4 00. Coffee, Bontyne 17.75. Tin 19.75. 80s. Mule twist 87$. 8$ lbs. Shirtings 1.60. 7 do do 1.475. 6 do i. Cloth 1. 7 do305 words
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1245 1879-05-31 3 We have been favoured with the following notes taken by Mr. Justice Ford of the proceedings which took place in the Supreme Court before his Lordship, ou Thursday last, relating to the important case of Charles Rykscl.roeff, in a previous phase of which a1,245 words
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REUTER’S TELEGRAMS. (For Straits Times.)
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17 1879-05-31 2 1 London, 30/4 Mag. —Sir Garnet Woseley has started for the Cape.17 words
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Article656 1879-05-31 2 Naples, 30M May. —Mount Etna is in a state of active eruption. The Oaks. London, 30 tk May. Wheel of Fortune First. Coromandel Second. Adventure Third. Bombay, 30 th May. —lt is announci ed that the majority of the British Troops will withdraw from Jellalabad immediately656 words
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Article625 1879-05-31 2 The following new notifications appear in yesterday’s Gazelle: Her Majesty the Queen has been pleased to appoint the Hon’ble Major J. F. A. McNair, R.A., Colonial Kngineer, Straits Settlements, and Hugh Low, Esquire, Resident of Perak, to be Companions of the Most Distinguished Order of625 words
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2142 1879-05-31 2 The Report of the Inspector General of Police for the year 1878, dated >tli April, appears in yesterday’s Gaze 1 and in view of the recent numeral' discussions here and elsewhere respiting the condition and conduct of tin guardians of the public2,142 words
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Article1046 1879-05-31 3 The following items of local news are taken from the Pinang Gazette, of the 24th instant:— Three Devs' Races are advertised for the 29th, and 31st July, and the 2nd August. There are five events on each day. On thp first there are for horses The Coromandel Vase,1,046 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement655 1879-05-31 2 gfobfrtttrmmtt. HONGKONG AND 8HANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5,000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund 1,300,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTOR?. CKi itwm.-WM. H. Forbes, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell A Co.) M CXuirman.-The Ron. W. Keswick (of Messrs. Jardine Mathesou A Co.) F. D. 8AS800N, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A Co.)655 words
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Advertisement710 1879-05-31 2 In bi the Goods of Joao Bautista Pestana,—Deceased. Probate of the last Will and Testament of the above deceased having been granted to the undersigned Executor, it is heieby notified that all debts due to the Estate must be paid to the Undersigned on or before the 30th June next,710 words
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Advertisement524 1879-05-31 2 NOTICE. Thk Undersigned, whilst sincerely thanking all Land and Plantation O wners for the kind supporthehas received since his being established, begs to announce that he has been joined bv two experienced Surveyors’ assistants and draughtsmen and he will therefore be in a position to execute all surveys with the524 words
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Advertisement541 1879-05-31 2 NOTICE. Thk Interest and resnonsibility of Mr. Lki Par Btjw in oar Firm cessed from this day. t v e d»- "f February, 1879. ANN BEE A CO. Singapore, 27tl* \1 iy, 1879. (to 27th Tune.) SALE OF HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE. Tbe undersigned have received instruc from J. Emmanuel Esq., (removing)541 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article38 1879-05-31 3 Friday, 30th May. British barque Araby Maid, 837 tons, Claniarty commander, Liverpool 22nd Feb., consignees Paterson Simons A Co. Saturday, 31st, May, French barque Siblas, 312 tons, Fluet commander, Bangkok 16th May, consignees E. A H. Hinnekindt38 words
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Article64 1879-05-31 3 Friday, 30*h May. British steamer Benmore, Augustin, for Malacca A Penang. German schooner San Francisco, Lamchen, for Hongkong. British schooner Flower of Terrow, Nicol, for Kaily. British steamer Stentor, Kirkpatrick, for Hongkong, and Shanghai. British steamer Deucalion, Brown, for London. British brig May, Yon Schoet, foi Wellington.64 words
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Article673 1879-05-31 3 i x Date ■'Mips’ Names. Captains. Flat l Rio.i of ar- [Where From. Where Lying Consignees or Agents Destination. H I RIVALS. VIEN-0F- V A < Juno Poland H. MV. str. >2216 Apr. 24 Hongkong Roads Senior Naval Officer. England Fly Boldero H. M’s. str. I673 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement237 1879-05-31 3 NOTICE. Tenders will be rewired up to noon on the Ist July next, for renting the following Farms for three years, from the Ist January, 1880: Singapore. Opium Farm Spirit Farm. Penang. Opium Farm Spirit Farm. Malacca. Opium Farm Spirit Farm. Tenders should be addressed to the Colonial Secretary, Singapore,237 words
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Docks.
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710 1879-05-31 4 Thi worh of the Compsny »K .itn»t«l At Taniwie Plgar, within ou mile of the town of Pinnnpore. end comprise the followinn estnUiehmente, yit Wharf.—Affordinft berthape for twenty yeenele et one time with efficient water ■lonceide for reeeele of the heameet dranpht, and protected710 words
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190 1879-05-31 4 This Company executes ships’ repairs of all descriptions in the most efficient manner under the superintendence of European Shipwrights and Engineers. No. 1 GRATING Doc*. Length—4l6 feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 154 lee' Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Grating190 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement548 1879-05-31 4 iBistedantous. J. MOTION. Chronometer. Watch and Clock Maker. and Optician. Flint Street. Has always on hand a well selected stock of Jewellery. Watches, Clocks, Nautical Instruments, Ac., comprising Bracelets, Brooches, Earrings, Lockets, Ladies’ rinsrs, Signet. rings, Wedding rings. Keepers Albert chains, Onard chains. I Todies' gold watche, Gents’ ditto., Silver548 words
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Advertisement718 1879-05-31 4 NOTICE. The undersigned have just unpacked a well selected invoice of stationery, consisting of All sorts of Perry A Co’s, and McNiven and Cameron’s pens Penholders. Lead A Coloured pencils, a great variety, Pencil cases for lead and colour, American Colorado Pens, Universal penholders, American Fountain pens, Patent ink and718 words
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Advertisement179 1879-05-31 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.179 words
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Advertisement606 1879-05-31 4 JOHN LITTLE k CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers of European, 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 fine606 words
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Advertisement704 1879-05-31 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Oommerciil Squire, Bench Street 27. fort Sont ton- 1 Het>hm *tee<ti wnehren<l pin ioiip* Men rAttr nAi« »*p»lw*ts on hand a well •elected and richly amort•d "fork of all European and other swxls Mod erate terms careful tendance, wnehrend ein ionra Men »oor704 words
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