Singapore Daily Times, 11 October 1879
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Title Section12 1879-10-11 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, SATURDAY, 11th OCTOBER, 1879. No. 13,90412 words
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Article, Illustration426 1879-10-11 1 Office—l, Collyer Quay. Godowns—At New Harbour. The urdernotefl ar 'the dates on which this Company’s Mail Steamers may be expected to arrive at Singapore during the year 1879 Obtwabd. Hombwabd. Tuesday 21st Jsu. Friday loth Jan. 4th Feb. 24th 18th Jth Feb. 4th Mar.426 words
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Article143 1879-10-11 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achilles. Antbnor. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Priam. Anchises. Sarpedon. Orestes. Hector. Stentor. 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 rccod modaticn for first and third143 words
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248 1879-10-11 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messagenes Maritimes may be expected to arrive here during the current year:— Wednesday 12 February j Fri<l&y J 7 Ja Bry SA* Si-fT Monday, ?i£ll 1 JW 1 S May >! April Wednesday, 7 May248 words
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135 1879-10-11 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 uDdernoted dates: Tuesday October Oth Thursday135 words
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Article43 1879-10-11 1 Messrs Apcar and Co.’s steamer Arratoon Apcar, 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may oe expected here on or about the 21st instant, en route to above ports. For fright or passage, apply to SARKIES MOSES, Agents. Singapore, 1st October, 1879.43 words
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Article34 1879-10-11 1 Messrs Apcar and Co.’s steamer Suez 1,394 tons, may be expected here on or about the 26th inst. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, 1st October, 1879.34 words
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951 1879-10-11 1 The Steamers of the above Company will fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours after the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Monet, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia 46 Padang 94 Cheribon 60 Samarang vi& Batavia 68951 words
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Insurance.
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Article72 1879-10-11 1 Capital 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 ■'f 8100,000 on each bottom, and on the Hlock and72 words
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48 1879-10-11 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340.000. The undersigned lias been appointed A pent 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.)48 words
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Article56 1879-10-11 1 Established 1710. Tnaurances effected upon almost every description of property at the current R't.cs of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1878, £2f>8,772,9®G. Claims arranged by the Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals re* cognised. Singapore Agents, MARTIN, DYGE CO.56 words
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71 1879-10-11 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 voyagee, and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
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46 1879-10-11 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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70 1879-10-11 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 c oasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to70 words
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44 1879-10-11 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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Article29 1879-10-11 1 Capital £1,000.000. CHIEF OFFICER London 79, Cornhill E. C. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (u. c.)29 words
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196 1879-10-11 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings. 60Gracechurch Street. London. Chairman of the Company. Bernard Hall. Esq re. Deputy Chairman William Hind, Eiqre. Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq M. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The security196 words
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64 1879-10-11 1 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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78 1879-10-11 1 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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56 1879-10-11 1 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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52 1879-10-11 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 CO. Singapore, 1st April,52 words
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41 1879-10-11 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Slerling Extension of Limits. One F rßt 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. c.)41 words
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30 1879-10-11 1 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine risks at current rates. PATERSON SIMONS CO. Singapore, 18th Deo., 1878. (u. c.)30 words
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101 1879-10-11 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester—Exchange Street. Liverpool—28. Excbang Street Bast Birmingham—12. Bennett’s HillLondon—10, Cornhill. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—50, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd,Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Co stop. CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW. Alex. Ewing, Esq.101 words
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205 1879-10-11 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson.Esq Vice Chairman— Jas. NicolFleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, f.i.a. CHIEF OFFICES: ris" Edinburgh 17 George Street. 2K s" W isrr Manchester, 47 Brown Street. The undersigned having been appointed Agents of the above Company205 words
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90 1879-10-11 1 Financial Position (1875.) Subscibed Capital £3,*****0. Accumulated Funds 1,778.,000. Annual Revenue from Fire Premiums 313,000. Life 133.000. n ii ii Interest upon Invested Funds *****. The undersigned have to announce that they are the duly appointed Agents for this Company in Singapore; with90 words
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81 1879-10-11 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal CharterI.) Subscribed Capital Paid-up Capital 350,000 Fire Reserve Fund... 31st Dec., 1878... £851,625 Fire Premium Reserve 305,065 Total Fire Reserves ,,1,156,690 Income of the Fire Department, Net Premiums and Interest... 976,119 The undersigned, Agents for the81 words
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Article42 1879-10-11 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Company, and are prepared to take risks upon oargo on the customary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY A CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (a. c.)42 words
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100 1879-10-11 4 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-np 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, Esq. fMeasTS. MeVhers, ft Co.) ,T, P. Rarnes (Messrs. Holliday,Wise ft Co.) A T Mnnger, (Messrs.Ponglas.T.anraikftCo.) TT. Nioaise, (Borneo Comnany Ltd.) J. .T. dos Remedios, f.T.100 words
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135 1879-10-11 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard .T. Ashton, Esq.; Alfred Goueer. Esq. Thomas G. Barclay, William Hawthorn, Robert 0. L. Reran. I Georee Rihh»rt, Pereira! Bosanquet, j Samuel Hrdo. .Tames Brand, William Lvall. Charles Care, Charles miryat, Georee135 words
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45 1879-10-11 4 It is requested that the Masters of all vessels insured in the above Association, havimr sustained loss or damage, report themselves to the undersigned immediately on arrival here. CAMERON, DUNLOP CO., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 (u. c.)45 words
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Article38 1879-10-11 4 The undersigned have been authorised to allow the usual discount on all risks. 334 0/0 on all country business and 15 0/0 to Europe and Australia. A. L. JOHNSTON A CO. Singapore, 6th June, 1879.38 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement123 1879-10-11 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notici. On and after the let Januair, Ice will he sold retail, at the rate of 3 Cents perpound. The Ice House is opened for the sale of Ice daily from 6 A. M. to 10.30 A. M. and from 12.30 to 6 P.123 words
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Advertisement129 1879-10-11 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, OP THE LATEST SURVEY, and NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Moderate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Price op Eacn. Nautical Almanacs L 25. Charts, de (Double Sheet) LoU. j (Single Sheet) 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u. c.) MILNER’S SAFES. The udnei129 words
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Article86 1879-10-11 2 In the Supr me Court of the Straits Settlements. Settlement of Singapore. In the matter of Esmail Mansoor, a Bankrupt. Whereas under a bankruptcy petition presented to this Court against the sail Esmail Mansoor, an order of adjudication was made on the 26th day of February,86 words
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STRAITS TIMES SATURDAY, 11TH OCT., 1879.
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Article696 1879-10-11 2 SiNGAPORh, 11th October, 1879. Gambier 9 3.90. Black Pepper 8.75. White Pepper, fair quality 13.50. Sago Flour, Sarawat 3.40. Pearl Sago 4.05. Coffee, Bontyue 181Tapioca, small Flake 5.66 to 5.75. Tin 28J. 40s. Mule twist ,86. 81 lbs. Shirtings 1.571. 7 do do 1.47J. 6 do T.696 words
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557 1879-10-11 2 The following new notifications appear:— His Excellency the Administrator has been pleased to grant to Mr. C. W. S. Kynnersley, Acting Magistrate of Malacca, three months’ vacation leave, to be followed by twelve months’ leave on half pay, commencing from the 6th instant. During Mr. Kynnersley’s557 words
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47 1879-10-11 2 Afghanistan. Simla, 11 tk Oct —General Roberts encamped before Cabul on the \tli instant. During the fight already reported (Brigadier?) Massy, who had been detached from the main body, succeeded in cutting off the enemy’s retreat, and captured 78 guns at Shahpur.47 words
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2317 1879-10-11 2 Peshatcur. 17 th Sept. —The best formed opinions are that the mutinous Herat troops will keep together as much as possible, with a view to future escape into independent territory, if the British forces occupy Kabul at once. The mutineers would all be known, if2,317 words
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Correspondence.
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Article186 1879-10-11 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sib, —Excuse me, I did not intend writing again until next week, but it is not my fault, I must correct my last notes. The Commodore will have his horses trained at unearthly hours and consequently I found myself laughed at186 words
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Article110 1879-10-11 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sib,—We certainly do live in a funny world in the Straits Settlements, even if i we only believe one half of what we hear. 1 Can it be true that Captain Ord, who has been for some time acting as110 words
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Article200 1879-10-11 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sir,—Where are our bold Volunteers, are they waiting for the awkward squad to join them and increase their strength r If they wish to add to their numbers I would advise the Major” to' secure at once the services of200 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement754 1879-10-11 2 #fto asbtrtfetmtnts. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid np Capital 5.000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund 1,300,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman.— Wm. H. Forbes, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell Co.) Deputy Chairman.—The Hon. W. Keswick (of Messrs. Jardine Matheson Co.) F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A Co.) E.754 words
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Advertisement881 1879-10-11 2 SINGAPORE RACES. AUTUMN MEETING. FIRST DAY. Tuesday, 11th November, 1879. First Race. The Maharajah’s Cup.— Value $150. Presented by H. H. The Maharajah of Johore. For horses that have never won a Race upon the Singapore Course, Roadsters” excepted. Entrances $5 each to the second horse, with 8-0 added Once881 words
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Advertisement920 1879-10-11 2 NOTICE. Neither the Captain, Agents nor Owners of the British barque Oldbridge will be responsible for any debtß contracted I by the crew of the above ship during her stay in port. Singapore, 6th Oct. 1879. (to 14th inst.l SALE BY AUCTION. The undersigned have received instructions to Sell by920 words
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Advertisement391 1879-10-11 2 HORSE REPOSITORY. No. 110 Brass Bassa Road, H. Abrams has just received several very useful and well matched pail's of young horses, he has also some very stylish Dogcarts. Mail Phaetons and other Carriages for sale, and some English saddlery and harness. Singapore, 7th Oct., 18 T 9. (to 7th391 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article181 1879-10-11 3 Friday, 10th October. German barque Mikado” 330 tons, Henson commander, Menado 18th Sept., consignees Rautenberg Schmidt A Co. British steamer Banca 235 tons, Craig commander, Sama- j rang Oth Oct., consignees Paterson Simons A Co. British steamer “Celestial” 640 tons, White commander, Pen- ang Bth Oct., consignee Tan Kim181 words
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Article39 1879-10-11 3 Friday, 10th October. British steamer Ferntower Peterson, for Samarang. British steamer Japan Guan Hin, for Malacca A Penang. British steamer “Somerset” Ellis, for Australia. British steamer Gleneagles Mcßain, for Hongkong. British barque Indian Millington, for Gotie.39 words
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Article832 1879-10-11 3 Date .Ships’Names. Captains. Flag A Rio 1 z of as- .V here From. Where Lying Consignees or Agents Destination. RIVALS MEN-OF-W Borneo v. Broekens«n jH.N.M’sstr. 784 Aug. 27 Acheen T. P. Wharf H. N. M’s. Consul Genl. Repairing Telegraaf Sanben H.N. M’sstr. Oct. B'Karimon Roads H.832 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement59 1879-10-11 3 Notices. NOTICE. The undersigned has the honor to inform the public of Singapore, that he has established himself as Veterinary Surgeon aDd Shoeing Smith, ia Orchard Road, No. 550, and trusts that by his strict attention to business to merit a share of Public Patronage. V. DUMAS. Veterinary Surgeon and59 words
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Advertisement307 1879-10-11 3 TO LET. From the Ist November Next. The premises at present occupied by the undersigned, and by the Straits Times press, No. 32 Raffles Place, fronting the Square, comprising two large upstairs Godowns, and two large lower Godowns in one of which is a built-in fire proof strong room for307 words
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Advertisement327 1879-10-11 3 CARRIAGE WAREHOUSE. FOR SALE. 1 Handsome, new Canoe Barouche with Patent Glass sliding shutters, Patent folding steps, vey light and comfortable; Marone lining, Morocco leather Cushions finished in the best style, with Lamps, Pole, shafts, Ac. complete. 1 ditto ditto second-hand. 1 Bengal Phaeton ditto ditto. 1 Horse Dog Cart,327 words
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Advertisement301 1879-10-11 3 NOTICE. 9*ril Engineer with Scientific qualifications, who has had varied experience, is open to an engagement professionally, or to Report and Prospect in Minerals. Unexceptionable references. Address Delia, care of Straits Times.” Singapore, 26th Sept. 1879. to 26th inst. FOR SALE. A Portable Albion Printing Press by Messrs. Harrild and301 words
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Docks.
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707 1879-10-11 4 The works of the Company are situated at Tanjong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the following establishments, viz Wharf. —Affording berthage for twenty vessels at one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught, and707 words
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189 1879-10-11 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—415 feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 154 feet Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving189 words
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260 1879-10-11 4 THE PRYE RIVER DOCK COMPANY LIMITED” Incorporated under the Indian Act X of 1866. CAPITAL 200.000 In 2000 Shares of 100 each of which 93,900 have already been subscribed. BOARD CF DIRECTORS. David Brown Esq.— Chairman. T. C. Bogaardt Esq. I G. P. Tolson Esq. J. M. Vermont I J.260 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement669 1879-10-11 4 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’ rings, Signet rings, Wedding rings, Keepers Albert chains, Guard chains, “.pi IQIU^ Ladies’ goldwatche, Gents’ ditto., Silver watches,669 words
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Advertisement502 1879-10-11 4 NOTICE. Ex. S. 8. Menmuir. Katz Bros, have received by the above steamer. Australian butter in 1 and 2 lbs. tins of excellent quality. Australian wine from the most famous Veneyards, red and white in quarts and pints, comprising: Hermitage, Riesling, Burgundy, Dalwood and Hock. AL80 Australian Beef in kegs502 words
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Advertisement334 1879-10-11 4 MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured in the above Association, which may arriv<or put in here having sustained damage, are requested to report themselves to the undersigned. CAMERON, DUNLOP COs Agent. Singapore, 10th June, 1878. (n. c.) ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSOCIATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWRITERS, DUNDEE. The334 words
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Advertisement602 1879-10-11 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 outfiits made up on the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine Tweeds,602 words
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Advertisement687 1879-10-11 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG Commercial Square, Beach Streets .CSS «•>*-»<m'. j"."v* CM! lschen V an. t. IXI richly assort--9*l stock of all European and other (rood*. Moderate terms and careful attendance. nmipi Preise k reel- -on flee le Bediennnir fiance, zuiresichert. as: ixrz. sr hK kel. Rilliee687 words
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