Singapore Daily Times, 30 October 1879
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Title Section12 1879-10-30 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, THURSDAY, 30th OCTOBER, 1879. No. 13,92012 words
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Article, Illustration419 1879-10-30 1 Office—l, Collyer Quay. Godowns—At New Harbour. The urdernoted ar /the dates on which this Company’s Mail Steamers may be expected to arrive at Singapore during the year 1879: Outward. Homeward. Tuesday 21st Jm»- Friday Jan- 4th Feb. 24th 18th Jtb Feb. js M "4419 words
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Article145 1879-10-30 1 Agamemnon. Ultsbes. Ajax. Patroclus. Achilles. Antenor. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Priam. Anchibes. SaBPEDON. ORE8TE8. Hector. Stentor. Menelaub. Teucer. The Coy’s St* amers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accommodation for first and third145 words
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985 1879-10-30 1 The Steamers of the above Company nil) no w ply between Singapore andßatavia every fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hoora after the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. I Passage Monet, First Class. From Singapore to I Batavia985 words
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300 1879-10-30 1 The following the dates oh which the steamers of the Messageries Mantimes may be expected to arrive here during the current year:— Outward. 1879. 1879. Wednesday 12 February i Friday, 17 January 26 do 1 31 do 12 March 14 February 26 do 28 do Monday,300 words
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148 1879-10-30 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, Tellichery Ac., during the current year on or about the undernoted dates: Tuesday October148 words
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Article44 1879-10-30 1 Messrs Apcar and Co.’s steamer Arratoon Apcar, 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may be expected here on or about the 21 Bt instant, en route to above ports. For fright or passage, apply to SARKIES MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist October, 1879.44 words
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Article33 1879-10-30 1 Messes Apcab and Co.’s steamer t-vez 1,394 tons, may be expected here on or about the 26th inst. For freignt or passage, apply to SARKIES AMOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist October, 1879.33 words
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Insurance.
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Article72 1879-10-30 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 of $lOO,OOO on each bottom, and on the Rlock and72 words
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47 1879-10-30 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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Article55 1879-10-30 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every description of property at the current R»tes of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1878, £258,772.986. Claims arranged by the Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents, MARTIN, DYCE CO. Singapore,55 words
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70 1879-10-30 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. o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to70 words
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47 1879-10-30 1 DUnAEi, (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.47 words
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70 1879-10-30 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 1879-10-30 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. (a. o.)44 words
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Article29 1879-10-30 1 Capital £1,000.000. CHIEF OFFICES. 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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195 1879-10-30 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings. 60 Gracechurcl Street. London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman William Hind, E.qre. Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq M. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The security195 words
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64 1879-10-30 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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78 1879-10-30 1 The undersigned, Agents for the “Italia” Marine Insurance Company Limited, at Genoi, 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 1879-10-30 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 1879-10-30 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, Ist April,52 words
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43 1879-10-30 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sierling Extension of Limits. One F rst class risk I 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS A 00. Agents. Singapore. 17th Dec., 1875. (n. c.)43 words
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33 1879-10-30 1 The undersigned, agents for the above I company, are prepared to accept marine I risks at current rates. PATERSON SIMONS A CO. Singapore, 18th Dec., 1878. (u. c.)33 words
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107 1879-10-30 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester— Exchange Street. Liverpool— 2B, Exchaag 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, Esq.107 words
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224 1879-10-30 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson.Es* Vice Chairman— Jas. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, f.la. CHIEF OFFICES: Glasgow f 5O WeBt l Street. Edinburgh 17 George Street. London f 2 King William l Street. Liverpool f Oriel Chambers, l224 words
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86 1879-10-30 1 Financial Position (1875.) Subscibed Capital £3,*****0. Accumulated Funds 1,778.^)00. 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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82 1879-10-30 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal Charters) Subscribed Capital £2,000,003 Paid-up Capital 350,000 Fire Reserve Fund... 31st Dec., 1878... £851,625 Fire Premium Reserve 305,065 Total IHre Reserves ~1,156,690 Income of the Fire Department, Net Premiums and Interest... 976,119 The undersigned, Agents for82 words
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Article42 1879-10-30 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 oustomary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY A CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872, (n. c.)42 words
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100 1879-10-30 4 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, E«j. (Meggr*. Melohers, Co.) J. P. Raines (Messrs. Hollider.Wise ft Co.) .T. Manner, (Meesrs.DonriM.LepraikftCo.) M. Nicaise, (Romeo Comply Ltd.) J. J. doe Remedios, (J. J.100 words
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Article115 1879-10-30 4 Instituted 1803. Capital £1 ,600.000. Paid-up and 700.000. Funds in Hand I, 1,200,000. Directors. Rich«rd .T. Ashton, Esq. Alfmd Gouifer. Esq. Thomas G. Barclay, i WtllUm Hawthorn, Robert C. L. Bevan. G«ow HftVrt, Perciral Rosanqnet, Sainne’ Hvde, James Brand, PMariaa Pave Charles Marryat, g-ifer-:: SS.VSSS. h'115 words
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42 1879-10-30 4 The Masters of Ships or vessels insured in the above Association, which may arrive or put in here having sustained damage, are requested to report themselves to the D uNLOP A COs Agent. Singapore, 10th June, 1878. fa* c42 words
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45 1879-10-30 4 It is requested that the Masters of all vessels insured in the above Association, having sustained loss or damage, report themselves to the undersigned immediately on arrival here. CAMERON, DUNLOP A CO., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 c45 words
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Article38 1879-10-30 4 The undersigned have been authorised to allow the usual discount on all risks. 33$ o/o on all country business and 15 o/o 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 1879-10-30 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIYER VALLEY ROAD. Notice. On and after the 1st January, Ice will be sold retail, at the rate of 3 Cents per* pound. 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 6123 words
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Advertisement126 1879-10-30 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 Nautical Almanacs Charts, de (Double Sheet) y (Single Sheet) Eacu. 1.25. 1.80. 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u,c.) MILNER’S SAFES. The udnersigned have just126 words
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41 1879-10-30 2 The Rubattino steatner Benyulu, 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, 16th Oct 1879. to 20th Nov.41 words
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69 1879-10-30 2 The B. I. S. N. Co’s steamer Baghdad, 820 tons register, will leave the Roads for above ports at 2 p. m. on Saturday, the Ist November. She will also take Passengers and Cargo for Akyab, Bimlipatam, Coconnda, Madras Ac., For freight or69 words
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STRAITS TIMES THURSDAY, 30TH OCT., 1879.
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139 1879-10-30 2 Gambier I 4.sonosellers Black Pepper 10.50. White Pepper, fair quality 16. Sago Flour, Sarawak 3.85. Pearl Sago 4.17£. Coffee, Bontyne 19$. Tapioca, small Flake 6. Tin 29. 40s. Mule twist 92. 8J lbs. Shirtings 1.575. 7 do do 1.475. 6 do V. Cloth139 words
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Article143 1879-10-30 2 Mails close for Malacciand Penang, per S. S. Ben more, at 1 p. m. tomorrow. Hongkong and Shanghai, per S. S Olenfalloch, at 9a. m. tomorrow. Penang, Ceylon, India, Australia, New Zea land, Egypt, Mediterranean, the con tinent of Europe and the United King dom Ac. per S.143 words
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713 1879-10-30 2 London, 30 th October. —Parliament is further prorogued until 19th Decern her. We have to aunounee the loss of familiar landmark of Singapore. Th< old flagstaff fell, by order, yesterda' afternoon at the hands of a ruthles Vandal. W e are requested to state that713 words
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Article750 1879-10-30 2 A Corkkspondent at Kotta Radja, who writes under date, 22nd October, sends us the following:— There is very little news as to the war, everything is quite peaceful, and I the Achinese commence to work again i in their fields. I On the 9th October was the laying of750 words
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Article2262 1879-10-30 3 We notice the following criticism on our reported shortcomings in the Hongkong Daily Press of the 21st instant. We question if our readers would thank us if we again reported the proceedings in the Police Courts, detailing as they would, to European readers, the highly interesting”2,262 words
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Article1126 1879-10-30 3 The Japan Weekly Mail of 11th October thus discourses the Loochoo question which may yet lead to a between China and Japan By the publication of the letters from China and Japan written by the special correspondent of the New York Herald who accompanied General Grant on1,126 words
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Article100 1879-10-30 3 The Exchange Shipping Report. To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sie,—ln a commercial centre like Singapore the prompt and accurate report of arrivals and departures of steamers must be of great importance to business men, and it certainly must cause a good deal of annoyance to find that100 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement660 1879-10-30 2 #tto SfoberttsfementS. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up 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.) i F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons St Co.)660 words
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Advertisement912 1879-10-30 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 i Johore. For horses that have never won a Race upon the Singapore Course, Road- sters” excepted. Entrances $5 each to the second horse, with $20 added912 words
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Advertisement683 1879-10-30 2 PARTNERSHIP NOTICE. Mb. John Muir is admitted a partner in our firm from this date. CRANE BROS. Auctioneeis and Estate Agents. _Singapore, Ist Oct. 1879. (to 31st inst.) NOTICE. Neith r the Captain, Agents nor Owners of the German barque Vimrgis,” will be responsible for any debts contracted by the683 words
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Advertisement514 1879-10-30 2 SINGAPORE RACES. Autumn Meeting, 1879. NOTICE. Ownees are reminded that all Entries (or the forthcoming Meeting must be sent in to the Clerk of the Course accompanied by fees and declaration before noon on Saturday, the 1st November. Post Entries with double entrance fees will be received up till noon514 words
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Article83 1879-10-30 3 In the Supr* me Court of the Straits Settlements. Settlement.of Sinoapoei. In the matter of Esmail Mansoob, a Bankrupt Whereas under a bankruptcy petition presented to this Court against the sail Esmail Mansoor, an order ofadjudication was made on the 26th day of February, 1879. This83 words
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Article41 1879-10-30 3 Thu 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.41 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article82 1879-10-30 3 Wednesday, 29th October. British steamer Sherrard Osborn” 1,429 tons, McKenzie commander, Malacca 28th Oct., consignees E. E. A. C. Telegraph Company. Dutch barque Hup Guan” 383 tons, Nac dab. Oheribon 15 th Oct. British steamer Romulus” 922 tons, Watt commander, Greenock 10th Sept., consignees Gilfillan Wood Co. Dutch steamer82 words
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Article58 1879-10-30 3 Wednesday, 29th October. British steamer Oceanic” Metcalfe, for London. British steamer Glencoe” Gulland, for New York. Dutch steamer Tambora” de Hart, for Penang and Acheen. Dutch steamer Gov., Genl., Loudon” van Loenen, for Batavia Dutch steamer Patoeah” Timmerman, for Muntok, Palembang and Djambie. British barque Aurora” Milne,58 words
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Article719 1879-10-30 3 i I od I Date 'tups’ Names. Captains. Slag v Rio; z of ae- YheeeFeom. Where Lying [Consignees or Agents.; Destination. rivals ;lH(- d Borueo v. Broekensen H.N. M’s str. Aug. 27 Acheen T. P. Wharf H. N. M’s. Consul General Repairing Kestrel Edwards H. M’s719 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement39 1879-10-30 3 TO BE LET. With Entry from the Ist December 1879. That large and commodious dwelling Hous; on Princeps Hill now occupied by H. Trotter Ebq. For particulars, apply to C. E. MITCHELL, Singapore, 16th Oct., 1879. to 16th Nov.39 words
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Advertisement186 1879-10-30 3 jlotfces. HORSE REPOSITORY. No. 110 Brass Bassa Road, H. Abrams has just received several very useful and well matched pairs 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., 1879. (to 7th Nov.)186 words
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Docks.
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707 1879-10-30 4 The works of the Company are situated at Tsnjong 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, and protected707 words
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189 1879-10-30 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 15$ feet Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving189 words
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260 1879-10-30 4 THE PRYE RIVER DOCK COMPANY LIMITED” Incorporated under the Indian Act X of 1866. CAPITAL 200,000 In 2000 Shares of 8 100 each of which 8 93,900 have already been subscribed. BOARD CP DIRECTORS. David Brown Esq.— Chairman. T. C. Bogaardt Esq. I G. P. Tolson Esq. J. M. Vermont260 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement639 1879-10-30 4 JMfettllantmiS. J. MOTION. Chronometer, Watch and Clock Maker, and Optician. Flint Street. Has always on hand a well selected stock of Jewellery. Watche 8 Clocks, Nautical Instruments, Ac., comprising Bracelets, Brooches, Earrings, Lockets, Ladies’ rings, Signet rings, Wedding rings, Keepers Albert chains, Guard chains. uuipao ovo, Binocular glasses, Telescopes, Spectacles639 words
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Advertisement499 1879-10-30 4 NOTICE. Ex. S. 8. Mermuir. Katz Bros, have received by the above steamer. Australian batter in 1 and 2 lbs. tins o! excellent quality. Australian wine from the most famous Veneyards, red and white in quarts and pints,' comprising: Hermitage, Riesling, Burgundy, Dalwood and Hoclr. Also Australian Beef in kegs499 words
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Advertisement284 1879-10-30 4 ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSOCIATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWRITERS, DUNDFjE. 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. (n. c.) NOTIUE OP REMOVAL. The undersigned has removed his office to284 words
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Advertisement604 1879-10-30 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 outfits 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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Advertisement676 1879-10-30 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Commercial Square, Beach Streets. Hal ten fort 8ont ton- 1 Hebben nteada Hn veal wavs on hand a well ■elected and richly assorted stock of all European and other (foods. Moderate terms and carefnl attendance. le Bediennn* fiance, zngeaiehert wmv wm- ...Ural Mieeas676 words
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