Singapore Daily Times, 20 November 1879
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Title Section12 1879-11-20 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, THURSDAY, 20th NOVEMBER, 1879. No. 13,93712 words
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Article, Illustration426 1879-11-20 1 Office—l, Collyer Quay. Godowns—At New Harbour. Tub urdernoted ar ethe dates on which this Company's pected to am>e at Singapore during the year 1879 Ovtwabd. Homeward. TuesdAT 21st Jan. Friday 10th Jan. 4th Feb. 24th 18th I 7th Feb. 4th Mar. 2let 18th 7th426 words
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Article145 1879-11-20 1 Agambmnon. Ultsses. Ajax. Patboclub. AchillxB. Antenob. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Pbiam. Anchibes. SaBPEDON. OBEBTEB. Hi ctos. Stintor. Menelaus. Teuceb. The Coy’s Steamers 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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258 1879-11-20 1 The following are the dates on wh.ch the steamers of the Messagenes Maritime. may he eipected to arrive here during the 1 current year:— oc i^9 W> im. Wednesday 12'February Friday, 17 January m**-" MO.W, m.°j gAgi z ».*>. so do 28 do lfi 2Ju 'y258 words
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151 1879-11-20 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, Calient, Tellicbery Ac., during the current year on or about tbe undernoted dates Tuesday October151 words
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Article38 1879-11-20 1 Messrs Apcar and Co.’s steamer Suez, 1,394 tons, Captain Seaton, may be expected here on or about the 20th inst. en route to above portß. For freight or EH&flfc&Oß. Agents. Singapore, Ist November, 1879.38 words
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Article37 1879-11-20 1 Messrs Apcab and Co.’s steamer Anatoon Apcar, 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may be expected here on or about the 27th instant. For freight or patsage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist November, 1879.37 words
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960 1879-11-20 1 The Steamers of the above Company will fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours after I the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Fbiabs, London. Passage Monet, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia I 46 Padang 94 Cheribon 60 f Bftummig960 words
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Insurance.
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Article70 1879-11-20 1 Capital 1,500,000. Paid-up 133.332. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. Jardtne Matheson Co., Hongkong. The undersigned, Agents for the Office, are authorised to insure goods by A. I. Sailing Vessels or Steamers to tbe extent of $lOO,OOO on each bottom, and on the Block and Machinery70 words
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47 1879-11-20 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned has been appointed Agent at Singapore for tbe above Company, and is prepared to accept risks by first Class Steamers and Sailincr vessels: H. W. GEIGER, Agent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (u. c.)47 words
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Article55 1879-11-20 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every description of property at the current Rates of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1878, £258,772,9°6. Claims arranged by tbe Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents, MARTIN, DYCE CO. Singapore,55 words
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70 1879-11-20 1 Capital 10,000,000 Francs. The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to take risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. 33i o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o On all risks70 words
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45 1879-11-20 1 (Berlin -Cologne Fire Insurance Company, Limited, Berlin.) The undersigned, having been appoint ed General Agents of the above Company are prepared to take Fire Insurance Risks at the current rates of preminm. RAUTENBERG, SCHMIDT CO. Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. u. c.45 words
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69 1879-11-20 1 Head Oppice, Batavia. The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to take risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. 33$ o/o discount allowed on all risks foi c oasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to69 words
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44 1879-11-20 1 Capital 2,000,000. Funds in reserve exclusive of Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang: BOUSTEAD 4 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 1879-11-20 1 Capital 61,000,000. CHIEF OFFICER London 79, Cornhill E. C. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876 L (u. c.)29 words
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195 1879-11-20 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, 60Gracechnrch Street. London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deput, Chairman William Hind, Esqre. 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 1879-11-20 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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78 1879-11-20 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 voyages78 words
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56 1879-11-20 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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49 1879-11-20 1 Established 1821 Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 TotallnvestedFunds,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 4 GO. Singapore, Ist April, 1875. (u.o)49 words
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42 1879-11-20 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sterling Extension of Limits. One F rst class risk 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS 4 CO. Agents. Singapore. 17th Dec,, 1875. (u. o.)42 words
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31 1879-11-20 1 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine risks at current rates. PATERSON SIMONS 4 CO. Singapore, 18th Deo., 1878. (n. c.)31 words
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102 1879-11-20 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-50, Broad Street, CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todb,Esq. (Messrs. Todd 4 Coston CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW. Alex. Ewing,102 words
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219 1879-11-20 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterliko. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson.Esq Vice Chairman —Jas. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith. f.i.a. CHIEF OFFICES: Glasgow, J 5O EST Edinburgh 17 George Street. London f 2 Kino William i Street. Liverpool f IEL Chambers, t Water Street.219 words
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87 1879-11-20 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 1879-11-20 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated bt Rotal Charteri.) Subscribed Capital £2,000,00) 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 for82 words
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Article42 1879-11-20 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 customary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY 4 00. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (a. c.)42 words
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101 1879-11-20 4 Capital 12,000.000 Paid-np 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jar dine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, Esq. (Messrs. Melchers, A Co.) .T. P. Bernes (Messrs. Holliday. Wise Co.) A.T. Manger, (Meisre.Douglas.UpraikftCo.) IT. Nioaise, (Borneo Company Ltd.) J. J. dos Remedios,101 words
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132 1879-11-20 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard .T. Ashton, Esq. i Alfred G«n«rer- Eflq Thomas G. Barclay. William Hawthorn, Robert O. L. Reran, Geo™, Perciral Bosanqnet, j r •Tames Brand, WiUiam Lyall, Charles Cave. rhnrloe Min-yat. George H. Chambers,132 words
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46 1879-11-20 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 CO., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 (u. c.)46 words
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Article38 1879-11-20 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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Advertisement122 1879-11-20 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIYER VALLEY ROAD. Notice. On and after the let January, Ice will he Bold retail, at the rate of 3 Cents perpound. The Ice Houae is opened for the sale of Joe daily from 6 a. m. to 10.30 A. M. and from 12.30 to 6 p.122 words
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Advertisement127 1879-11-20 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 I L 25Charts, de (Double Sheet) > l-80. (Single Sheet) ,0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (Q.C.) MILNER’S SAFES. The udnersigned have127 words
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90 1879-11-20 2 The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Company. The Company’s first steamer; “Polluce Capt. G. G. RiOtJSis will leave Trieste on the 1st. January, 1880, and load here for Colombo, Bombay. Trieste, direct and Mediterranean Ports about middle of February next. She will90 words
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Article52 1879-11-20 2 Hiad Office, Hongkong. The underlined bare been appointed Afeata for the above Company and are prepared to iaaae Polioiee on tbe usual terms. Last return to contributors 23$ o/o Tbe usual discounts allowed on Coasting and Home risks. GUTHRIE A CO. Singapore, lltb Not. 1879. to52 words
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STRAITS TIMES THURSDAY, 20TH NOV., 1879.
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Article2528 1879-11-20 2 Singapore, 20th November, 1879. Gambier I 4.375. Black Pepper 9.50. White Pepper, fair quality 15. Sago Flour, Barawak 3.75. Pearl Sago 425. Coffee, Bontyne 19$. Tapioca, small Flake 6. Tin 26.90 40s. Mule twist 93. 8$ lbs. Shirtings 1.55. 7 do do E 45. 6 do T.2,528 words
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Article1550 1879-11-20 3 raqoMted M our ooutomporuriM that, in reproducing these translations, their original appearance u» the Strait* Tima may be acknowledged.) By last advices, Wilson’s Circus was performing to crowded tents at Batavia. The Dagblad of the 6th November gives the following account of a performance which Mr. Wilson1,550 words
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Correspondence.
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Article154 1879-11-20 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Str, —So the “chosen of the People” (more Anson) does not find himself in a bed of roses, and his subjects decline to recognise the selection of the Straits authorities and the Secretary of State. What is to be154 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement639 1879-11-20 2 #rt> aSbtrtiSfmnitS. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5,000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund 1,300,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman. —WM. H. FoBBES, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell Co.) Deputy Chairman.—Thei Hon. W. Keswick (of Messrs. Jardine Matbeson Co.) F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A Co.) E.639 words
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Advertisement590 1879-11-20 2 SCHIEDMAYER, PIANOFORTEFABRIK STUTTGART. Makers to Her Majesty. We have received rgain Cottage PianoB of this Celebrated Manufactory secured for the climate, superior tone and finish. Also,— One Semigrand and one Grand Piano, both of highest description. KATZ BROTHERS. Sole Agents for the Straits Settlements. Singapore, 11th Nov. 1879. (u. c.)590 words
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Advertisement721 1879-11-20 2 POPULAR CONCERT, TOWN HALL. Saturday 22nd November. Commencing at 9 o’clock. Under the distinguished patronage of j His Excellency Major-General A. E. H. 1 Anson, r. a. c. m. g. and Mrs. Anson. Signor Arturo Vita and Signorina Vittorina Tiozzo, from Milan, being at present in Singapore beg to announce721 words
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Advertisement464 1879-11-20 2 AUCTION SALE. THE S. S. “SHARPSHOOTER.” On Monday, the 24th November, at noon. The undersigned will sell by Public Auction, at their Sale Rooms, on Monday next, at noon, the steamer Sharpshooter” of 446 tons register, as she now lies in the roads, with all her stores, tackle, engines and464 words
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Notices.
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41 1879-11-20 3 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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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article49 1879-11-20 3 Wednesday, 19th November. Siamese barque Tay Watt” 654 tons, Benly commander, Quin Hon 4th Nov. British steamer Banca” 235 tons, Craig commander, Samarang 16th Nov., consignees Paterson Simons Co. Thursday, 20th November. British steamer Cheang Hock Kian” 956 tons, Webb commander, Amoy 11th Nor., consignees Bun Hin Co.49 words
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Article27 1879-11-20 3 j Wednesday, 19th November. I Sarawak steamer Rajah Brooke Reynolds, for Sarawak. Spanish steamer Panay Goyenechea, for Manila. British steamer Socotra Starratt, for Calcutta.27 words
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Article615 1879-11-20 3 j Date Chips’ Names, j Captains. !flag fc Rig of ab- Where From. Where Lying Consignees or Agents Destination. g RIVALS MEN-OF-W A i Encounter Denison H. M’s str. 1934 Nov. 10 Penang Roads Senior Naval Officer. Station Aline Kirk Sar. Gort str. 200'Nov. 7,SarnwaTr T.615 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement202 1879-11-20 3 ENGINEERS WANTED. Engineers for the steam boats of the Batavia Harbour Works. Certificate and a knowledge of the working of compound surface condensing engines required. Monthly salary 240 guilders and premiums. For particulars, apply to PUTTFARCKEN RHEINER CO. >re. Or The Chief Resident Engineer of the Batavia, Harbour Works. DE202 words
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Advertisement405 1879-11-20 3 NOTICE. Having returned from China, I have resumed charge of my business as General Contractor, the Power of Attorney granted to Tan Chin Watt and Tan Ah Jit in the chop of Tap Liang Seng is hereby cancelled from this date, and that they have no further authority to use405 words
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Advertisement373 1879-11-20 3 LORNE HOTEL: (Colbmah Street,) WITHIN 2 MINUTES DRIVE OF JOHNBTON’B Pier. The undersigned begs to notify that after making several improvements she has re-opened the above Establishment, and hopes to merit the patronage of the public. It is provided with Two excellent Billiard Tables, Wines and Spirits are of the373 words
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Advertisement332 1879-11-20 3 BOARD AND LODGINGS. Board and Lodgings may be had for 2 or 3 gentlemen iu a family, within a few minutes’ drive from town. Address B. H. care of Office of this paper. Singapore, 28th October, 1879. (u. c.) JAPANESE CURIO 3 Jewellery. John Little A Co., are now showing332 words
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Docks.
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707 1879-11-20 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 atone time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught, and protected707 words
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192 1879-11-20 4 This Company executes ships’ repairs of all descriptions in the most efficient manner under the superintendence of European Shipwrights and Engineers. No. 1 Graving Dock. Length—4ls feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 154 feet Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving192 words
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259 1879-11-20 4 THE PRYE RIVER DOCK COMPANY LIMITED" Incorporated under the Indian Act X of 1866. CAPITAL 200.000 In 2000 Shares of S 100 each of which 93,900 have already been subscribed. BOARD CF DIRECTORS. David Brown Esq.— Chairman. T. C. Bogaardt Esq. 1 G. P. Tolson Esq. J. M. Vermont J.259 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement669 1879-11-20 4 iWisrellaneoust. Brooches. Earrings, Lockets, Ladies’ rings, Signet rings, Wedding rings, Keepers Albert chains, Gnard chains. J. MOTION. Chronometer, Watch and Clock Maker, and Optician. Flint Street. H as always on hand a well selected stock of Jewellery. Watches, Clocks, Nautical Tnßtmments, Ac., comprising Rracelets, Ladies goldwatche, Gents ditto., I Silver669 words
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Advertisement498 1879-11-20 4 NOTICE. Ex. S. 8. Menmuir. Katz Bros, hare received bj 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. Also Australian Beef in kegs498 words
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Advertisement330 1879-11-20 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 DUN LOP Sl COs Agent. Singapore, 10th June, 1878. (u. c.) ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSOCIATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OP UNDERWRITERS, DUNDEE.330 words
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Advertisement606 1879-11-20 4 JOHN LITTLE &CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers op Europeak. China, Ja* pan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS: Chronometer, Watch, and Clock Makers Jewellers and Goldsmiths; WINE SPIRIT AND PROVISION MERCHANTS. Outfitting Department. GentUmen’s outfiiit made up on the shortest notux, fit suaranteed, and ol the latest fashion. A lame stock of fine606 words
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Advertisement662 1879-11-20 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, Have al way r on hand a well ■elected and richly assorted stock of all European and other poods. Moder terms careful tendance SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Commercial Square, Beach Street 27. Halten fort- Bont ton- Hebbensteedi waohrendein ionrs Wen »oor radie eea wohlassortir- assortis'ryk assort*, tes662 words
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