Singapore Daily Times, 1 December 1879
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Title Section12 1879-12-01 1 Singapore Daily Times. No. 13,940 VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, MONDAY, Ist DECEMBER, 1879.12 words
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Article, Illustration422 1879-12-01 1 Office—l, Collyer Quay. Godowns—At New Harbour. The urdernoted ar etbe dates on which 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. 24th I 18th 7th Feb. 4th422 words
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Article144 1879-12-01 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patboclus. Achilles. Ante Nor. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Priam. Anchises. Sabpedoh. 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 accorrmodaticn for first and third144 words
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309 1879-12-01 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messagenes Maritime* may be expected to arrive here during the current year:— Outward. Hgmeward. 1879. j 1879. Wednesday 12 February Friday, 17 January 2fi do 31 do 12 March 14 February i, 26 do ii309 words
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149 1879-12-01 1 The steamers of this Company will be --aapwitoi wiim im.iw. Penang, Moulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta, taking Passengers and Cargo for Akyab, Chittagong, Bimlipatam, Vizagapatam, Coconada, Masnlipatam, Madras, Calicut, Tellichery Ac., during the current year on or about the undernoted dates: Tuesday October 9th I149 words
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Article43 1879-12-01 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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Article40 1879-12-01 1 Messrs Apcar and Co.’s steamer Anatoon Apcar, 1,392 tons, Captain M acta vis H, may be expected here on or about the 27th instant. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist November, 1879.40 words
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968 1879-12-01 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore andßatavia every 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 i Batavia $46 Padang968 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement121 1879-12-01 1 BINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notice. On and after the let 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 a. M. to 10.30 A. M. and from 12.30 to 6 p.121 words
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Advertisement129 1879-12-01 1 UUIgOJWIC, JOU NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, OP THE LATEST SURVEY, and NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Moderate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Price of Eacn. Nautical Almanacs 1L25Charts, de (Double Sheet) I*°o. j (Single Sheet) 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u.c.) MILNER’S SA FES. Thb udnersigned129 words
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Insurance.
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Article73 1879-12-01 1 Capital 8 1,506 000, Paid-up mm. Reserve Fund 90.000. Gfnfral Aofnts. Messrs. Jarptnf Matheson Sl Co., Hongkong. The undersigned. Agents for the Office, are authorised to insure goods by A. I. Vessels nr Steamers to the extent nf 8100.000 on each bottom, and on tbe Block73 words
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50 1879-12-01 1 Established 183fi. Caj'ita i. C 1.000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned has been appointed Agent at Singapore for the above Coinpanv, and is prepared to accept risks by first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGFR. A gent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (n. c.)50 words
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Article58 1879-12-01 1 Established 1716. Insurances effected upon almost even description of property at the curren' R 't.cs of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1878. £258,772.9 Q C Claims arranged hv the Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents. MARTIN,58 words
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70 1879-12-01 1 Capital 10.000,000 Francs. The undersigned. Aeents 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 voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks70 words
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45 1879-12-01 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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70 1879-12-01 1 Head Office, Batavia. The undersigned, Agents for the abo' e Company, are prepared to take risks upen cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. 334 o/o discount allowed on all risks foi c oasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks70 words
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43 1879-12-01 1 Capital 2,000,000. FUNDB IN REBERVE EXCLUSIVE OF Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang: BOUSTEAD CO. Fire depaktjient: Limit £12,000, on a first class risk. Life department: Limit £2,000 on ne life. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. (u. o.)43 words
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24 1879-12-01 1 Chief Offices. Edinburgh. 19 George Street London, 39 Lothbury E. C Agents for Singapore. BOUvSTEAD CO. Singapore, 25th November, 1879.24 words
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195 1879-12-01 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings. 60 Gracechnrch Street. London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall. Esqre. Deputy Chairman William Hind, Eeqre. Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan, Esq M. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The195 words
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64 1879-12-01 1 Head Office, Ratavia, 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 1879-12-01 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 1879-12-01 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. 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 1879-12-01 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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41 1879-12-01 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Slebling Extension op Limits. One F rst class risk 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS CO. Agents. Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (n. c.)41 words
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30 1879-12-01 1 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine risks at current rates. PATERSON SIMONS CO. Singapore, 18th Dec., 1878. fu. c.)30 words
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98 1879-12-01 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester—Exchange Street. Liverpool—2B. Exchang Street East Birmingham—l 2, Bennett’s Hill. London—lo, Oornhill. Glasgow—4, SotitrnmrTWMß" Bristol—so, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd, Esq. (Messrs. Todd Coston CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW. Alex. Ewing, Esq. (Messrs.98 words
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225 1879-12-01 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson, Esq Vice Chairman —Jas. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith. F.I.A. CHIEF OFFICES: Glasgow f 5O w ®st Georgi v Street. Edinburgh 17 George Street. London, f King William l Street. Liverpool, f Chamber!,225 words
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86 1879-12-01 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 grant86 words
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80 1879-12-01 1 London and Edinburgh. lBO9. (Incorporated by Royal Charterl) 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 for the80 words
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Article42 1879-12-01 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Company, and are prepared to take risks upon cargo on the customary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY A CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (u, c.)42 words
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104 1879-12-01 4 Capital 82.000.000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Aii'lre, Esq. (Mpsars. Melohfirs, k Co.l T. V Rarnes (Mpssrs. ffollidnv.Wisn k 00. l T. Vnmrer, nVTpßßrs.Dontrlns.T.nm'nikACo.) H. Nipnise, f Romeo Omnpnrr T.td.l .T. ,T. dos104 words
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135 1879-12-01 4 CapttAT £1.600 000. "Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1.200,000. Directors. Rieli-rd J. Ashton, Esq. Alfmd Gonf-er. Esq. Thnmn« O Rarolny, i William Hawthorn. Robert r. p. Reran', Geortrn Hihhort, TWiml Rooanqnet, Sam-iel TTvde. .Tomes Brand. WilliamT.mil, Charles fare. Eharlea Marrmt Oeorse H.135 words
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45 1879-12-01 4 It is requested that the Masters of all vessels insured in the above Association, hnvin? sustained loss or damage, report themselves to the undersigned immediately on arrival here. CAMERON, DUNLOP CO., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 (n. e.l45 words
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Article37 1879-12-01 4 nmiuAu The undersigned 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, 1879.37 words
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Article40 1879-12-01 2 The French schooner Nelusko, 191 tons, register, has taken the berth for above port and will have quick despatch. For freight or passage, apply to HAMILTON GRAY CO. As Agents for Captain and Owners. Singapore, 21st November, 1879.40 words
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145 1879-12-01 2 In the Supreme Court op the Straits Settlements. Settlement ofSingapore. Thomas James Keaughran residing at No. 151 Killiney Road, Singapore, and lately carrying on business as a Printer and Publisher at No. 22 Battery Road in Singapore aforesaid was adjudged a Bankrupt on the 27th145 words
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Domestic Occurrence.
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Article20 1879-12-01 2 At Sea-view Cottage, Malacca, on the 24th ultimo, the wife of Charles H. A. Turney, of a son, still-born.20 words
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STRAITS TIMES MONDAY, 1ST DEC., 1879.
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Article280 1879-12-01 2 Singapore, Ist December, 1879. Gambier 4.22£. Black Pepper 9.50. White Pepper, fair quality 15.50. Sago Flour, Sarawak 3.70. Pearl Sago 4.25. Coffee, Bontyne 191. Tapioca, small Flake 6. Tin 28. 40s. Mule twist 93. 81 lbs. Shirtings 1.55. 7 do do 1.45. 6 do T. Cloth 1.071.280 words
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2363 1879-12-01 2 REUTER'S TELEGRAMS. (For Straits Times Germany. London, 30 th Nov. —The state of siege existing at Berlin owing to Socialism is to be prolonged twelve months. An inquest was held on Saturday the 29th November, on the body of a male Chinese named Tan Yean Boo, at the Criminal Prison.2,363 words
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Article927 1879-12-01 3 (From our own Correspondent.) Perth, West Australia, 4th Nov. 1879. Why did you not keep Sir Harry Ord at Singapore In a dependency in which the Government has to originate little or nothing he could have done comparatively little mischief, whereas here—where everything is in process of formation927 words
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275 1879-12-01 3 “We were the first that ever burst Into that silent sea.” —Ancient Mariner. It was Professor Nordenskjold that sail’d the Arctic Sea, To prove the North-East Passage is as easy as can be; It was his vessel Vega that accomplish’d all275 words
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Correspondence.
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Article126 1879-12-01 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sir,—I formerly purchased land in the neighbourhood of Mackenzie Road, and when my right to use that road was abolished I felt much aggrieved and spoke about it but could get nothing done. I am so sorry that people should do those126 words
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Article218 1879-12-01 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sib,—I conceive that I am a much injured man. A vast deal of virtuous indignation has been expended in your columns, and the Municipality have been held up to public execration for squeezing the poor people and grinding the last dollar218 words
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Article433 1879-12-01 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times Sir,—As I was taking my walk this morning I saw four or five Klings in earnest conversation together, and when I came close to them I found they were discussing about the affairs of Muar. One of them, who appeared to433 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement685 1879-12-01 2 jitto aSbfrtisifnuntS. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund 1,800,000 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.685 words
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Advertisement638 1879-12-01 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 will638 words
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Advertisement587 1879-12-01 2 SALE BY AUCTION. The undersigned will sell by Public Auction, in Commercial Square, on Tuesday, 9th December, at 2 30. p. m. A handsome pair of well-bred grey Australian horses, fine powerful animals, with fast high-stepping action., in excellent condition, good in double and single harness, perfectly quiet, and easy587 words
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Advertisement548 1879-12-01 2 NOTICE. The Auction Sale of tbe A 1 British barque Gemini” on account of the Concerned previously advertised to take place on Wednesday, 26tli inst. and postponed under instructions received, will now be held at the New Harbour Dock Company's premises on Thursday, next Ith December at 8 o’clock a.548 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article179 1879-12-01 3 Saturday, 29th November. British steamer Shuaydagone” 312 tons, Bowen couimaudor, Penang 27th Nov consignees Maclaine Fraser Co. German steamer Septima” 934 tons, Haspenall commander, Saigon 2t!th N v., consignees itautenberg Schmidt v Co. British steamer Cyphrenes” 1,286 tons, Sargie commander Foochow 20th Nov., consignees Guthrie A Co. Sunday, 30th179 words
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Article81 1879-12-01 3 t Saturday, 24th November. British steamer Kongsee” Uldall, for Bangkok. British steamer Raiubow” Rozells, for Malacca and Klang. British steamer Louisa III” Harmer, for Malacca Klang. British steamer Simla” Franks, for Rangoon via Malacca and Penang. British steamer Moray” Butcher, for Hongkong. British steamer Lord of the81 words
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Article813 1879-12-01 3 j 1 Date nips Names. i.aptains. i*lao Rn» z o far- A here From. Where Lying Consignees or Agents i Destination rivals SEN-OF-W.i Encounter Denison Hi*. 1934 Nov. 10 Penang Roads ■W Naval Officer. Station P H.der Nl.ndenlromp H. N. M satr. 0400 Nov. 28 Batavia813 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement86 1879-12-01 3 flotltes. NOTICE. John Little Co., are now shewing a large and varied assortment of Children’s Toys comprising Nankeen, Wax and China Dolls, Fashionably Dressed, Dolls crying Mama Papa, Moving Eyes, India Rubber Dolls dressed, undressed, India Rubber Animals; Toy Carts, Horses Menageries, Acrobats, Puzzles, Tea Sets, Lambs, Goats, Sheep, Tin86 words
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Advertisement291 1879-12-01 3 NOTICE. y'iotor Dumas, Veterinary Surgeon and Shoeing Smith, begs to inform the Public, of Singapore, that in addition to tbs above business, he is also prepared to cure diseased Dogs and Cattles of any description, at a moderate charge. Communications addressed to him at Orchard Road No. 550 will meet291 words
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Advertisement282 1879-12-01 3 JAPANESE CURIO 3 Jewellebt. John Little Co., are now showing some very superior Japan Ware just received viz: Copper Euamel Vases II in to ly in high. Copper Enamel Jars. Copper Enamel Card trays. Enamel Bracelets set in gold. Bronze Bracelets M. 0. Pearl Bracelets set in silver. Bronze Solitares,282 words
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Docks.
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709 1879-12-01 4 Tm wort, of the Company arc situated at Tanjone Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the following establishments, via Wharf.-— Affording berthage for twenty vessels at one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest dranght, and709 words
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191 1879-12-01 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. Graving191 words
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261 1879-12-01 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 OF DIRECTORS. David Brown Esq.— Chairman. T. C. Bogaardt Esq. I G. P. Tolson Esq. J. M. Vermont261 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement664 1879-12-01 4 iflistfllammis. J. MOTION. Chronometer, Watch and Clock Maker, and Optician. Flint Street. H as always on hand a well selected stock n f Jewellery. Watches. Clocks, Nautical Instruments, Ac., comprising Bracelets, Brooch PB. Barrings. Tiockets. Ladies’ rings, Signet, rings. Wedding rings. Beepers Albert, chains, Guard chains iTiadies* goldwatchc, 'Gents’ dittoSilver664 words
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Advertisement497 1879-12-01 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 kegs497 words
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Advertisement337 1879-12-01 4 MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships ov vessels insured in the above Association, which mav arrive or put in here havin? sustained damage, are requested to report themselves to the undersigned. CAMERON. DUNLOP A OOs A<»en f Singapore. 10th .Tune. (n. 0 ARRROATU commercial ASRO. CT A^TOV. UNION ASSOCIATION337 words
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Advertisement608 1879-12-01 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.608 words
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Advertisement636 1879-12-01 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG Commercial Square, Beach Streets ar it::- nnlily assort- tp q T..„. "‘’lortj. Bl s'ock of all .T** 11 .T 5 r !n, EuEnrope*nanflii, o v'' .’T* l f,!? rtv,M ariie*her *«f *S "in Lulmt. L, Wl Pi ,x m '“*r Ml'rV. Girirs and636 words
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