Singapore Daily Times, 20 October 1879
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Title Section12 1879-10-20 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, MONDAY, 20th OCTOBER, 1879. No. 13,91112 words
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Article, Illustration438 1879-10-20 1 Office—l, Collyer Quay. Godowns— At New Harbour. The ur demoted ar <the dates on which this Company's Mail Steamers may be ex- pected to arrive at Singapore during the year 1879: Outward. Homeward. Tue«d»y 21 *t Jan. Friday 10th Jan. 4th Feb. 24th I438 words
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Article143 1879-10-20 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achilles. Antenor. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Priam. Anchises. SaRPEDON. OREBTEB. Hector. Stentor. Menelaus. Tkucer. The Coy’s Steamers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accorrmodaticn for first and third class143 words
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314 1879-10-20 1 The following are the dates oh which the steamers of the Messageries Maritimea may be expected to arrive here during the current year:— Outward. Homeward. 1879. 1879. Wednesday 12 February i Fnday, 17 January 26 do 31 do 12 March 14 February 28 do 28 do.314 words
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137 1879-10-20 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, Coconada, Masulipatam, Madras, Calicut, Tellicbery Ac., during the current year at the undernoted dates:— Tuesday October 9th I Thursday137 words
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Article44 1879-10-20 1 Messrs Apcar and Co.’s steamer Anatoon Apcar, 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may be expected here on or about the 21st instant, en route to above ports. For fright or passage, apply to SARKIE S MOSES, Agents. Singapore, 1st October, 1879.44 words
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Article33 1879-10-20 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 MOSES, Agents. Singapore, 1st October, 1879.33 words
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978 1879-10-20 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore i tndßataviaevery fortnight, leaving Singapo re 24 hours after the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Money, First Class. From Singapore to rr r~" Padang978 words
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Insurance.
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Article73 1879-10-20 1 Capital 8 1,500.000. Paid-np 133.332. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. .Tardtne Matheson A Co., Hongkong. Tbe undersigned. Agents for tbe Office, are authorised to insure goods by A. I. Sailing Vessels or Steamers to tbe extent of 3100,000 on each bottom, and on tbe Block73 words
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47 1879-10-20 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000.000. Reserve £340.000. The undersigned has been appointed Agent at Singapore for the above Company, and iR prepared to accept risks by first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GETGER, Agent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (u. c.)47 words
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Article55 1879-10-20 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every description of property at the current R 'tes of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1878, £258,772.9«C. Claims arranged by the Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore AgentR. MARTIN, DYCE CO.55 words
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71 1879-10-20 1 Capital 10.000.000 Francs. The undersigned, Agents for the above Oompany, 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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45 1879-10-20 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 CO. Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. u. c.45 words
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69 1879-10-20 1 Head Office, Batavia. The undersigned, Agentß for the above Company, are prepared to take risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the enstomary terms. 334 o/o discount allowed on all risks foi coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to gurope69 words
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45 1879-10-20 1 Capital 2,000,000. Funds in reserve exclusive of Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang: BOUSTEAD k CO. Fire department Limit £12,000, on a first class risk. Life department: Limit £2,000 on I ne life. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. (u. c.)45 words
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Article28 1879-10-20 1 Capital €1.000.000. CHTEF OFFICE'S. London 79, Oornhill E. C. Edinburgh, SI Georgs Street;—— Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (u. c.l28 words
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197 1879-10-20 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings. 60 Gracechurch Street. London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman William Hind Esqre. 1 Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London. Peter Me Lagan,Esq M. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The197 words
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64 1879-10-20 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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79 1879-10-20 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 voyages79 words
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56 1879-10-20 1 The undersigned have been appointed agents for the above Oompany and are prepared to accept risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. Tbe usual discount allowed on ail risks for coasting voyages and on risks to Europe and America. REME BROTHERS.56 words
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52 1879-10-20 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 k 00. Singapore, Ist April,52 words
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42 1879-10-20 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sierlino Extension of Limits. One F rst class risk 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS k CO. Agents. Singapore. 17th Dec., 1875. (u. c.)42 words
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30 1879-10-20 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. o.)30 words
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104 1879-10-20 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester— Eichimie Street. Street Eut Bibminoham— 12. Bennett’s Hill. London—lo, ComhiU. Glasgow— 4, g ont h Hanover Street. Bristol-50, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd. Esq. (Messrs.Todd k Ooston CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW.104 words
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227 1879-10-20 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson, Esq Vice Chairman— Jas. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary—E. Ambrose Smith. f.i.a. CHIEF OFFICES: Glasgow, f 5O West George l Street. Edinburgh, 17 George Street. London f 2 Kino William t Street. Liverpool, f bi ®l227 words
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87 1879-10-20 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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82 1879-10-20 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal Charters) Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 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 fur82 words
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Article42 1879-10-20 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 oustomary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY A GO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (a. c.)42 words
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101 1879-10-20 4 Capital 12,000.000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matbeson A 00. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, Esq. (Messrs. Melchers, ft Co.) J. P. Bernes (Messrs. HnlHday.Wise ft Co.) VT. Manger, (Messrs.Done)as,Lanrsik*Co.) H. Niosfoe, (Borneo Comnenr Ltd.) J. .T. doe Remedios, f.T.101 words
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136 1879-10-20 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard .T. Ashton, Esq. Alfred Goutrer, Esq. Thomas G. Barclay, William Hawthorn, Robert C. L. Reran, George Hihhert, Perciral Bosanqnet, Ramnel Hyde, James Brand, William Lyall, Charles Care, Charles Marryat, George H. Chambers,136 words
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46 1879-10-20 4 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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Article38 1879-10-20 4 The undersigned have been authorised to a'low the usual discount on all risks. 33£ 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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Advertisement121 1879-10-20 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notici. On and after the Ist January, Ice will be sold retail, at the rate of 3 Cents perpound. The Ice House is opened for the sale of Ice daily from 6 4. m. to 10.30 4. m. and from 12.30 to 6 p.121 words
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Advertisement129 1879-10-20 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 Almanacs 1 •25Charts. de (Double Sheet) LBO. (Single Sheet) 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u. c.) MILNER’S SAFES. The udnersigned have just129 words
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Article44 1879-10-20 2 run. data via. The Rubattino steamer Bengala, A. Cruciani. Commander, is due here on the 1st proximo, and will have quick despatch for the above port. For freight and passage, aptly to REME BROTHERS. Agents. Singapore, 15th Oct. 1879. to 31st inst.44 words
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41 1879-10-20 2 The Rubattino steamer Bengala, A. Cruciani, Commander, will be despatched from Singapore for the above ports on the 20th November. For freight and passage apply to REME BROTHERS. Agents. Singapore, 15th Oct. 1879. to 20th Nov.41 words
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Domestic Occurrence.
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Article38 1879-10-20 2 On the 17th September atLo ierait Parish Church, by the Revd. A. Meldrum, Tho as Neave, of the Chartered Bank of India, Australia and China, Singapore, to Gracie, yongest daughter of the late Donald Duff Logierait Perthshire.38 words
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STRAITS TIMES MONDAY, 20TH OCT., 1879.
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142 1879-10-20 2 Gambier I 4.274. Black Pepper.... 9.50. White Pepper, fair quality 15. Sago Flour, Sara was 3.60. Pearl Sago 4.074. Coffee, Bontyne 18 J. Tapioca, small Flake 5.66 to 5.75. Tin 31. 40s. Mule twist 86. 8i lbs. Shirtings LS7J. 7 do do 1.47142 words
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Article752 1879-10-20 2 Per S. S. Ajax, 20th October, i For Singapore— From Hongkong: Dr. 1 Dennys, Mr. Dennys. Mail Notices. i Mails close for:— Batavia, Cheribon, Sourabaya I and Macassar, per S. S. Baron Mackay, at 6 p. m., today. Bangkok, per S. S. Ban Yong Seng, at Noon tomorrow. Cheribon752 words
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Article599 1879-10-20 2 The China Mail oY the 11th instant says:— A great conflict of opinion now exists as to how Asiatics should be governed, and how far toleration—that great watchword of British Colonial Administrationought to be permitted in English Colonies. Some high officials, whose minds are full of599 words
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Article126 1879-10-20 2 (For Straits Times.) Afghanistan. Simla, 19 th Oct. —The Ameer Yakoob Khan has resolved to abdicate. General Roberts makes provisional arraugemeuts for the administration oi Government. The tribes in the Kurram are in a state of commotion. London 19/4 Oct, —The Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, at126 words
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Article2551 1879-10-20 2 (From Indian Papers.) Berlin, 2nd Oct. —The North Sarim, Gazette publishes an article replying to the Golos respecting Russia’s isolated p<>sition, and states that Russia’s position is only isolated if Russian action compels Germany to seek supporters of pacific policy elsewhere. The Sultan has expressed to the Au>2,551 words
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Article1314 1879-10-20 3 From our own Correspondent.) Mauritius, 15 th September, 1879. —1 have news from Seychelles to the effect j that all the entourage of the Sultau of Perak in the way of Government Officials is to be changed, not, however, on account of any more serious reason than that they1,314 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement613 1879-10-20 2 #eto aahtrtisements. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5,000,000 Dollara. Reserve Fund 1,300,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman. Wm. H. FoRBKS, Esq. (of Messrs. Ruaaell A Co.) Dapi.lt/ Chairman. —The Hon.'W. Keswick (of Messrs. Jardine Matheson A Co.) F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A613 words
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Advertisement886 1879-10-20 2 $Uto ?»btrt(«nunts. SINGAPORE RACES. A.UTUMN MEETING. FIRST DAY. Tuesday, 11th November, 1879. First Race. The Maharajah’s Cop.—Value *150. Presented by H. H. Tbe 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 $20 added886 words
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Advertisement733 1879-10-20 2 fieto abbertfeements, PARTNERSHIP NOTICE. Mr. John Muir is admitted a partner in our firm from this date. CRANE BROS. Auctioneeis and Estate Agents. _Singapore, 1st Oct. 1879. (to 31st inst.) NOTICE. Neith er the Captain, Agents nor Owners of the German barque Visurgis will be responsible for any debts contracted733 words
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Advertisement428 1879-10-20 2 3iJberttorments. John Little Co., hate just received Iron Bedsteads.— with mosquito rods. Sizes 64 ft. x 3j ft. 64 ft. x 44 ft. 64 ft. x 5 ft. 6J ft. x 6 ft. Children's. Sizes 4 ft. x 2 ft. 4J ft. x 24 ft. Scales.—Fairbanks Patent American Plat form428 words
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Correspondence.
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Article102 1879-10-20 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sir, —It may interest some of your readers to hear that while out hunting the other day, we came upon the fresh footprints of two tigers, apparently full grown. They walked together in a parallel line for some distance through a102 words
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Notices.
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Article85 1879-10-20 3 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,85 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article132 1879-10-20 3 Saturday, 18th October. British steamer Asia” 1,139 tons. Russell commander, Calcutta 4th Oct., consignees Hamilton Gray Co. H. M’s steamer Fly” 450 tons, Napier commander, renang 15th Oct., consignee Senior Naval Officer. British steamer Stentor” 1,304 tons, Kirkpatrick commander, Liverpool 6th Sept., consignees W. Mansfield Co. S'-nday, 19th October.132 words
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Article69 1879-10-20 3 Saturday, 18th October. j Spanish steamer Leou” Arana, for Manila. British steamer Elgin” Millar, for Saigon. British steamer Rainbow” Rozells, for Malacca A Penang. British steamer Louisa III” Harmer, for Malacca A Klang. British steamer Pemba” Sayers, for Calcutta. I British steamer Asia” Russell, for Rangoon. British69 words
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Article529 1879-10-20 3 i i Date 1 HIP B’ Names I Captains. Fla Rig! zof ar- AkkreFrom. Where Lying iConsignees or Agents Destination. I I RIVALS 1 Bor eo F lsl.N. M’s etr.j jAu* 2'iicheen T. P. Wharf H. N.M's. OonsalOenl. Repairing Kestrel Edwards H. M's str. 498|00t. 10529 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement109 1879-10-20 3 TO BE LET. Fbom let November proximo. That desirable residence known as Cluny. Rent moderate. For further particulars, apply to. PUTTFARCKEN RREINER <fe CO. Singapore, 1st Oct. 1879. (to31stinst.) NOTICE OF REMOVAL. The undersigned has removed his office to the corner of Battery Road, next to Messrs. John Litte Co.’s109 words
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Docks.
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705 1879-10-20 4 Thu works of the Company are situated at Tanjnng Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the following establishments, viz Whare.— Affording berthage for twenty vessels atone time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught, and protected705 words
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189 1879-10-20 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 Dock. Length—4ls feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 15J feet Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Grating189 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement648 1879-10-20 4 iflistfllaneotW. J. MOTION. 1 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 Rracelets, I Ladies’ goldwatohe, Hrooches, (Cents’ ditto., Barrings, Silver watches. Lockets, American clocks, Ladies’rings, Carriage clocks, Signet rings. Marble clocks, Wedding648 words
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Advertisement762 1879-10-20 4 NOTIOE. Ex. 8. 8. Menmuir. Katz Bros, have received by the above steamer. Australian bntter 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. Also Australian Beef in kegs762 words
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Advertisement357 1879-10-20 4 MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured in the above Association, which may arrive or put in here having sustained damage, are requested to report themselves to the undersigned. CAMERON, DUNLOP COs Agent. Singapore, 10th June, 1878. (u. c.) ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSOCl ATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWRITERS,357 words
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Advertisement604 1879-10-20 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN IMPORTBRB OF EUROPEAN, OSINA, 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.604 words
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Advertisement639 1879-10-20 4 Enrnpenn find other iroodg. Mod erate terms and careful attendance. KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Commercial Square, Beach Street 27. on ""l*" l nT 8004 H ehben .feeds gSwl iTTo r'fT.l %k T Ji SMSi > p a<rer n m«t “X. s*vr sssr.ssrss; Proise reel- nonile con- order*639 words
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