Singapore Daily Times, 25 November 1879
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Title Section12 1879-11-25 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, TUESDAY, 25th NOVEMBER, 1879 No. 13,94112 words
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Article, Illustration409 1879-11-25 1 Office—l, Collyer Quay. Godowns— At New Harbour. Ths nrdernotPff ar ethe dates on *hicb this Company’s Mail Steamers may be expected to arrive at Singapore during the year 1879:Octward. Homeward. Tuesday 21st Jan. Friday 10th Jan. 4th Feb. 24*h ieti» JtJ Feb- 1 S409 words
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Article142 1879-11-25 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclcs. Achilles. Antenor. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Priam. Anchises. SaRPEDON. OREBTEB. 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 accommodation for first and third class142 words
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303 1879-11-25 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messagenes Mantimes may be expected to arrive here during the current year:— OriWARD. 1879. 1879. Wednesday 12 February Friday, 17 January 26 do >» 31 110 12 March 14 February 26 do 28 d°. Monday,303 words
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153 1879-11-25 1 Alum ooiurAiii, 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:153 words
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Article43 1879-11-25 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 ports. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist November, 1879.43 words
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Article37 1879-11-25 1 Messrs Apcar and Co.’s steamer Anatoon Apcar, 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may be expected here on or about the 27th instant. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist November, 1879.37 words
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968 1879-11-25 1 The Steamers of the above Company wil nowply between Singapore andßatuvia everj fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours after the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Money, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia 46 Padang Chatibon -6aSamarang968 words
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Insurance.
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Article71 1879-11-25 1 Capital 1,500.000. Paid-up 133.332. Reserve Fund 90,000. Cknvuai, Ac.ents. Messrs. .Tarptne Matheson Co., HoneVohf?. Tbe undereiened. Apents for tbe Office, are authorised to insure goods by A. T. Sailing Vessels or Steamers to tbe extent of 3100.000 on each bottom, and on tbe Block and Machinery71 words
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48 1879-11-25 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. Thp undersigned bf*» been appointed Agent at Singapore for tbo above Company. and is prepared to accept risks by first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER, A cent. Singapore, I4tli Febf. IS7H. fu. e.)48 words
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Article58 1879-11-25 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected/ upon almost every de -rintion of property at the current R iteß of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1878. £258,772.9*6 Claims arranged hv the Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents. MARTIN. DYCE58 words
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69 1879-11-25 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 <>n the customary terms. 33$ o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, apd 15 o/o on all risks to69 words
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45 1879-11-25 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. n. c.45 words
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69 1879-11-25 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 j customary terms. 33$ o/o discount allowed on all risks foi c oasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks69 words
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45 1879-11-25 1 Capital 2,000,000. Funds in reserve exclusive of Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang: BOUSTEAD A CO. Fib* department,; Limit £12,000, on a first class risk. Life department; Limit £2,000 on ne life. Singapore, 19th Sept., J 877. (n. o.)45 words
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Article29 1879-11-25 1 Capital P 1.000.000. CHTFF OFFICER London 79, Oornhill E. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A on. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (u. c.)29 words
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202 1879-11-25 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, 00 Gracechurch Street. London. Chairman «'f the Company, Bernard Hall. Esqre. Deputy Chairman William Hind, Esqre. I Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq M. P. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The202 words
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64 1879-11-25 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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77 1879-11-25 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 voyages and77 words
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108 1879-11-25 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 on108 words
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73 1879-11-25 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. UNION INSURANCE SOCIETY OF CANTON. 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 A CO. Agents. Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (u. c.) The undersigned, agents73 words
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111 1879-11-25 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester —Exchange Street. Liverpool—2B. Exchang Street East Birmingham—l 2. Bennett’s Hill. London—lo, Oornhill. Glasgow— l. South Hanover Street. Bu iwoii i i 50] fitnijJJttWtr*" CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. Jo h n Todd, Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Coston CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL.111 words
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223 1879-11-25 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson,Ess Vice Chairman —Jas. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, f.la. CHIEF OFFICES: Glashow (50 West Geoboi. i Street. Edinburgh 17 George Street. London f 2 Kino William l Street. Liveepool f ,El Water Street.223 words
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88 1879-11-25 1 Financial Position (1875.) Subscibed Capital £3,*****0. Accumulated Funds 1,778.,000. Annual Revenue from Fire Premiums 313,000. I ,ifn 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 to88 words
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82 1879-11-25 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal Charterl) Subscribed Capital £2,000,093 Paid-up Capital 350,090 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 1879-11-25 1 London Oekice, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned havo b«*n appointed Agents foi the above Company, and are prepared to take risks upon cargo on tbs customary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY A CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (u. c.)42 words
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103 1879-11-25 4 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matbeson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee l^ A. Amlre, Esq. I Messrs. MeVliors.-tf Go.) .T. P. Rnriififl IMpsstb. TMHdnviWisp A Co.) T. Mnnsrer, l Messrs.Douirlas, nariraikACo.) TT. Nipnisc, Company Ln}.) ,T. .T, dos103 words
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137 1879-11-25 4 Capttat. fil .600.000. P M iA no and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Riohsrd .T. Ashton, Esq. Mf’-pd Oon-pr Esq. Thrums O. Rnrplav, I William Hawthorn, Rohprt C. L. Reran. Gporee FTH'Wt, Rprrirnl Romnqnet, Snmtipl Wvde. .Tamos Rrand, WilliamT.mil, Charles OavP. CliarlPS137 words
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45 1879-11-25 4 It is requested that the Masters of all vessels insured in the above Association, having sustained loss or damage, report themselves to the undersigned immediately on arrival here. CAMERON, DUNLOP CO., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 (u. c.)45 words
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Article39 1879-11-25 4 nrjnuau ihouuoi'ujj The undersigned have been authorised to allow the usual discount on all risks. 33$ o/o on all country business and 15 o/o to Europe and Australia. A. L. JOHNSTON CO. Singapore, 6th June, 1879.39 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement123 1879-11-25 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notice. On and after the 1st January, Ice will he sold retail, at the rate of 3 Cents perpound. The Ice House i6 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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Advertisement124 1879-11-25 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, OF THE LATEST BUEYEY, and NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Moderate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Price of Nautical Almanacs Charts, de (Double Sheet) (Single Sheet) Eacn. 1.25. 1.80. 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (me.) MILNER’S SAFES. The udnersigned have just received124 words
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Article153 1879-11-25 2 In the Supreme Court op the Straits S bttl fments. Settlement ob Singapore. In the matter of Nina Lebbey, Omar Khatab and Meesah, carrying on business in co-partnership, as traders and residing at No. 13 High Street, in Singapore, Bankrupts. George Edward Evans of Singapore, Official153 words
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171 1879-11-25 2 In the Supreme Court op the Straits Settlements. Settlement of Singapore. In the Matter of a Bankruptcy petition against himself by Thomas Jambs Keaughban, residing at No. 151 Killiney Road. Singapore, and lately carrying on business as a Printer Publisher at No. 22, Battery Road,171 words
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Article40 1879-11-25 2 The French schooner Nelusleo, 191 tons, register, has taken the berth for above port and will have quick despatch. For freight or passage, apply to HAMILTON GRATA CO. As Agents for Captain and Owners. Singapore, 21st November, 1879.40 words
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STRAITS TIMES TUESDAY, 25TH NOV., 1879.
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192 1879-11-25 2 Gambier f 4.375. Black Pepper 9.25. White Pepper, fair quality 15. Sago Flour, Sarawak 3.75. Pearl Sago 4.25. Coffee, Bontvne 19$. Tapioca, small Flake 6. Tin 26.85 40e. Mule twist... 93. 8i lbs. Shirtings 1.55. 7do do 1.45. 6 do T. Cloth 1.075.192 words
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701 1879-11-25 2 South Africa. London, 24 th Nov. —Sir Garnet Wolseley has stormed Secocoenis stronghold. Affairs in the Transvaal are less threatening. Rosenberg, the publisher of a London journal, called Town Talk has been sentenced to 18 months’ imprisonment for libelling Mrs. Langtry, the celebrated English beauty,701 words
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4571 1879-11-25 2 The following telegrams from Exchanges received this morning by the S. S. Simla, from Calcutta, anticipate the telegraphic news by the coming mail:— Cabul. thro' Kheyl, 20th October. There is an ominous quiet among the population It is rumoured that there uan assemblage of armed4,571 words
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Correspondence.
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Article348 1879-11-25 3 To the Editor of the Dailj/ Times. Sir ,—Your Correspondent, “A Half Brother of the Poor,” has been rather sanguine in his advocacy in behalf of the sufferers, by the prospective rate of the burial fees. He says I do not wish to be personal," yet having singled348 words
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Article266 1879-11-25 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sir,—You sometime ago permitted me to thank the Colonial Engineer for his prompt withdrawal of an offensive notice of privacy on a road which never was and cannot he private,—that, namely, which, beginning at Cavenagh Road, stretches over Prinsep’s Hill, and266 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement679 1879-11-25 2 HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000,000 Dollars. Reserve F0nd........ 1,500,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman.—Wn. H. Forbes, Esq. (of Messrs. Hassell Co.) Deputy Chairman.—The Hon. W. Keswick (oi Messrs. Jardine Matheson Co.) F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons Co.) E. R. Belilios, Esq. H.679 words
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Advertisement681 1879-11-25 2 AUSTRO-HUNGARIAN LLOYD’S STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Company. The Company’s first steamer; “Polluce Capt. G. G. Ragusin will leave Trieste on the Ist. January, 1880, and load here for Colombo, Bombay, Trieste, direct and Mediterranean Ports about middle of February next. She will681 words
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Advertisement523 1879-11-25 2 TO BE LET. That newly constructed house next to Emerald Lodge” situate on the Seraneoon Road. Will he ready for occupation by the 15th November instant. The h use has been built upon an approved and novel plan and combines all thecomforts desirable in a tropical climate. For particulars as523 words
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Advertisement317 1879-11-25 2 NOTICE OF REMOVAL. The Straits Times Printing Establishment Has been removed from No. 32, Raffles’ Place, Commercial Square, to No. 4, Collter Quay, facing the Sea. Entrance either from Collyer Quay, or from Commercial Square, next door to the former premises. The Printing Plant having been largely added to, the317 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article88 1879-11-25 3 Monday, 24th November. British steamer Pontianak 99 tons Milnes commander, Pontianak 22nd Nov., consignees Lee Keng Yong A Brothers. Italian barque Volpini” 733 tons, Oneto commander, Cardiff 3rd July, consignees Hamilton Gray Co. Tuesday, 25th November. British steamer Simla” 1,039 tons, Fredriks, commander, Calcutta Bth Nov., consignees Hamilton Gray88 words
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Article37 1879-11-25 3 Monday, 24th November. Spanish steamer Aurrcra” Urata, for Manila. British steamer Autenor” Bragge, for Hongkong A Shanghai British steamer Rosa” Vincent, for Sourabaya, Bally and Dutch steamer Gov. Genl Loudoun” van liocncn. for Batavia37 words
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Article671 1879-11-25 3 ships’ Names. I Captains. IKla<» Rw| z lof ar- Where Fbom. l Where Lying Consignees oh Agents.|De3tination. i£, RIVALS i I- N-OF- Encounter Denison H.M'sstr. 934 Nov. lo Penang Roads Senior Naval Officer. Station STEAMER j t pi HI < r it..Hi.!- ugkok f. P. Wh671 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement325 1879-11-25 3 JAPANESE CURIO 3 Jewellery. John Littls A Co., are now showing some very superior Japan Ware just received viz: Copper Euatnel Vases 11 in to 19 in high. Copper Enamel Jars. Copper Enamel Card trays. Enamel Bracelets set in gold. Bronze Bracelets M. O. Pearl Bracelets set in silver. Bronze325 words
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Docks.
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704 1879-11-25 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, and704 words
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189 1879-11-25 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. Graving189 words
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260 1879-11-25 4 THE PRYE RIVER DOCK COMPANY LIMITED” Incorporated under the Indian Act X of 1866. CAPITAL 8 200.000 In 2000 Shares of 8 100 each of which 8 93,900 have already been subscribed. BOARD CF DIRECTORS. David Brown Esq.— Chairman. T. C. Bogaardt Esq. I O. P. Tolson Esq. J. M.260 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement663 1879-11-25 4 tfltsscdlantonsf. •T. MOTION. Chronometer, Watch and Clock Maker, and Optician. Flint Street. H always on hand a well selected stock of Jewellery. Watches, Clocks, Nautical Instruments, Ac., comprising Bracelets Rrooches. Earrings, Lockets, Ladies’ rings, Signet rings, Wedding rings, Keepers Albert chains, Guard chains, I Ladies’ goldwatohe, (Gents’ ditto.. Silver watches,663 words
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Advertisement498 1879-11-25 4 NOTICE. Ex. S. S. 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. Also Australian Beef in kegs498 words
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Advertisement330 1879-11-25 4 MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured in the above Association, which mnv armor put in here having sustained dam acre, are requested to report themselves to the undersigned. CAMERON, DUNLOP A OOs Agent. Singapore, 10th June, 1878. ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSOCT mov. UNION ATTON OF UNDERWRITERS. DUNDEE.330 words
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Advertisement607 1879-11-25 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Imposters 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 outfiita made up on the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine Tweeds,607 words
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Advertisement677 1879-11-25 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Commercial Square, Beach Street'27. Sont ton- Hel,l*n,toed* 011 rann a won »in ir.,,™ k;„r, eu>..j: nuiTfln ''?lawn,iselects and wohlaasortir-.asßnr 8 1 stook of nil lor P,l i:. Man voor radieecTk assort ifient ran Eue 1 stootr nf «u i Jf irer R 'l'M'"677 words
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