Singapore Daily Times, 2 December 1879
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Title Section12 1879-12-02 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, TUESDAY, 2nd DECEMBER, 1879. No. 13,94712 words
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Article, Illustration421 1879-12-02 1 Office—l, Collyer Quay. Godowhb—At New Harbour. The underacted ar etbe dates on which this Company’s Mail Steamers may be ex- pected to arrive at Singapore during the year 1879:— Outward. Homeward. Tuesday 2jgt Jan. Friday 10th Jan. 4th Feb. 24th 1» 7th Feb. 4th421 words
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Article144 1879-12-02 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achillxb. Antenor. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Pbum. Anchises. Sarpedon. Orestes. Hictoe. Stintob. Menelaus. Tiucsb. The Coy’s Steamers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accoirmodaticn for first and third class144 words
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259 1879-12-02 1 The following are tie dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Mantimes may be expected to a rr ve bere during the current year„ OCTWiRT. HOMWA.II. IfiTO 1879. Wednesday 12 February Frida y> 17,a uary SA, iv- ~28 do Monday, 7 April *> W March259 words
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152 1879-12-02 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Moulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta, taking Passengers and Cargo for Akyab, ChittagoDg. Bimlipatam, Vizagapatam, Coconada. Masulipatam, Madras, Calicut, Tellichery Ac., during the current year on or about the undernoted dates Tuesday October152 words
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Article43 1879-12-02 1 Messes Apcab and Co.’s steamer Suez, 1,394 tons, Captain Seaton, may be expected here on or about the 20th met. 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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Article36 1879-12-02 1 Messes ApcAßand Co.’s steamer Arratoon Apcar, 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may be expected here on or about the 27th instant. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES ii MOSFS, Agents. Singapore, Ist November, 1879.36 words
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968 1879-12-02 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore andßatavia every fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours after I the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Money, First Class. Prom Singapore to j Batavia *6968 words
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Insurance.
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Article72 1879-12-02 1 Capital 8 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 the extent of SI00,000 on each bottom, and on tbe Block72 words
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45 1879-12-02 1 Established 1836. Capital £1.000,000. Reserve £340.000. The undersigned has been appointed Agent at Singapore for tbe above Company, and to accept risks by first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER, Agent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (u. c.)45 words
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Article55 1879-12-02 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every description of property at tbe current Rites 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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71 1879-12-02 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. 33k o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
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45 1879-12-02 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 1879-12-02 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. 33J o/o discount allowed on all risks foi c oasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to69 words
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43 1879-12-02 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, "ii a first class risk. Life department: Limit £2,000 on nelife. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. (u. o.)43 words
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24 1879-12-02 1 Chief Offices. Edinburgh, 19 George Street. London, 39 Lothbury F. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 25th November, 1879.24 words
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192 1879-12-02 1 i Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, fifl Gracechnrch Street, London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman William Hind. Esqre. Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq M. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The192 words
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64 1879-12-02 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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87 1879-12-02 1 V VJ Ul X OH i I’lU IIILIU ui 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 usual87 words
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55 1879-12-02 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.55 words
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51 1879-12-02 1 Established 1821 Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Totallnvested Funds, upwards of 3,000,000 Annual Income upwards of 400,000 The undersigned have been appoiutep Agents at Singapore and are prepared to issue policies against Fire on the usual terms. PATERSON, SIMONS A OO. Singapore, 1st April, 1875.51 words
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42 1879-12-02 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Slerling Extension op Limits. One F rBt class risk I 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS CO. Agents. Singapore. 17th Dec., 1875. (n. c.)42 words
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30 1879-12-02 1 The undersigned, agents for the abovt company, are prepared to accept marine risks at current rates. PATERSON SIMONS CO. Singapore, 18th Dec., 1878. (u. c.)30 words
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104 1879-12-02 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. MA NCH ESTER— Exchange Street. Liverpool—28, Erchang Street East Birmingham-12, Bennett's Hill. London—10, Comhill. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—50, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd, Esq. (Messrs. Todd Coston CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLA8GOW.104 words
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230 1879-12-02 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Stieliho. Chairman— Alexander RoNALDSON.Eaq Vice Chairman— Jas, Nicol Fleming, Eaq Secretary— H. Ambeobe Smith, f .la. CHIEF OFFICES: Glasgow f 50 West l Street. Edinboegh 17 Gboege Steeet, London f 2 k 'no William C. Street. Liverpool, f Oriel230 words
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87 1879-12-02 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 authori. ty to87 words
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82 1879-12-02 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated bt Royal (Jhartkrl) Subscribed Capital £2,000,003 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 1879-12-02 1 London Office, 2 ot.d Broad Street. Tbk undeinignod have Kn Appointed Agents for the above Company, and are prepared to take riaka upon oar go on the customary terms. HAMILTON. GEAI CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (u. c.)42 words
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103 1879-12-02 4 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-up ....1 400,000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, Esq. (Messrs. Melchers, ft Co.! ,T. P. Barnes (Messrs. Hollldav.Wise ft Co.l A. T. Manger, (Messrs.DonglasjAnraikftCo.) H. Nicaise, (Borneo Comnanv Ltd.) J. J. doe103 words
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132 1879-12-02 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard J. Ashton, Esq.; Alfred Go»«rer. Esq. Thoms* O. Barclay, I William Hawthorn, Robert 0. L. Bev»n, I Oeonre Hihhert, Peroival Rosanquet, Samtiel Hvde. .Tames Rrand, m ™i n JL Charles Cave, Char’es132 words
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46 1879-12-02 4 It is requested that the Masters, of all vessels insured in the above Association, having sustained loss or damage,, report themselves to the undersigned immediately on arrival here. CAMERON, DUNLOP A CO., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 n c46 words
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Article38 1879-12-02 4 The undersigned have been authorised to allow the usual discount on all risks. 33$ 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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Advertisement121 1879-12-02 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIYER TALLEY ROAD. Notice. On and after the 1st 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 m. and from 12.80 to 6 P. M.121 words
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Advertisement128 1879-12-02 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 Almanac* 1.25. Charts, de (Double Sheet) 1.80. y (Single Bheet) 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 MILNER’S SA FES. The udnersigned have just128 words
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Article40 1879-12-02 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 1879-12-02 2 In the Supreme Court op the Straits Settlements. Settlement ofSingapore. Thomas James Keauohran 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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72 1879-12-02 2 Th« B. I. S. N. Co.’s steamer Rajpootana will leave the roads for above ports, at noon on Thursday, the 4th inst. She will also take passengers and cargo for Bassein, Akyab, Chittagong, Cuttack, Ganjam, Bimlipatam, Vizagapatam, Co- conada, Masulipatam, Madras, Pondicherry, Negapatam, Calicut,72 words
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STRAITS TIMES TUESDAY, 2ND DEC., 1879.
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134 1879-12-02 2 Gambier I 4.225. Black Pepper.... 9.60. White Pepper, fair quality 15.50. Sago Flour, Sarawak 3.70. Pearl Sago 4.25. Coffee, Bontvne 19$. Tapioca, small Flake 6. Tin 28. 40s. Mule twist n 93. 8i lbs. Shirtings 1.55. 7 do do 1.45. 6 do134 words
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Article2605 1879-12-02 2 Per S S. Gleneagles, 30th Nov. For London. —From Japan: C. Marie* Dr. Mcßrian. For Singapore.— From Hongkong Major Herrings, 27th Regiment. Per S. S. Anehiees, Ist December. For Singapore.— Prom Liverpool: Mr. Curtis, Mr. Bourke. Per S. S. Gordon Castle, lit Dec. For Singapore.— From London: Mr. Wolf2,605 words
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51 1879-12-02 3 Russia. Berlin 80 tk Noo. —Prince Gortshakoff has visited Berlin. Spain. Madrid, 1«/ Der. —The marriage of King Alfonso was celebrated to-day. China-Japan. London \st Dec. —The United States Government has offered to mediate between China and Japan regarding the Loochoo question. Obituary. John Arthur51 words
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2089 1879-12-02 3 Simla, 24 th October. —Intelligence received here from Yarkand, to the 31st August, announces that 12,000 Andijanis and Kirghiz-Kiochaks bad reached Mingyul, in the vicinity of Kashgar, wber* they were opposed by a large force of Chinese troops. Two engagements were fought with indecisive results,2,089 words
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Correspondence.
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Article67 1879-12-02 3 To the Editor of the Daily Timet. Sib, Viator" must be rather a puzzle-brained man not to make out the meaning of a very matter of fact statement The Hoad to Government House being Government property is kept up by Gov- i ernment. C'avanagk and Sophia Hoads being public67 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement684 1879-12-02 2 paw w #tto asbtrtisfmrnts. I HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Pud up Capital 5,000,000 Dollars. fie#erre Fond 1,300,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. CTaintun.-WM. H. Forbes, Esq. (of Messrs. Rassell A Co.l M| Cfcafrma*.—The Hon. W. Keswick (of Messrs. Jardine Matheson 4 Co.) D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons684 words
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Advertisement675 1879-12-02 2 NOTICE. I have this day established myself as a Public Accountant and am prepared to undertake the balancing of books, auditing accounts,—' Trusteeships Ac. ALEX: J. GUNN, Broker. No. 22, Raffles Place,) 15th Oct. 1879. to 15th Jan. TO BE LET. That convenient family residence in Brass Bassa Road, opposite675 words
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Advertisement642 1879-12-02 2 NOTICE. The Auction Sale of tbe A I British bar* 1 que Gemini” on account of the Concerned previously advertised to take place on i Wednesday. 26th inst. and postponed un- j der instructions received, will now be held I at the New Harbour Dock Company’s pre- mises on Ohursday.642 words
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Advertisement417 1879-12-02 2 NOTICE. Th* undersigned have received instructions to sell by Public Auction on account of the concerned about 400 tons, more or less, of nail rod, bar, round and pig Iron also a considerable quantity of glassware consisting of Lamp, Chimneys, Windowglass, Tumblers Ac. Ac. and a number of packages containing417 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article118 1879-12-02 3 Monday, Ist November. British steamer Bentan” 340 tons, Moppelt commander, Bangkok 28th Nov,, consignees Guthrie Co. British steamer Rajpootana” 1,312 tons, Lewis commander, Calcutta 19th Nov., consignees Hamilton Gray A Co. British steamer Anchises” 2,100 tons, Jackson commander, Liverpool 18th Oct., consignees W. Mansfield Co. British ship Staffordshire” 1,168118 words
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Article31 1879-12-02 3 Monday, Ist December, •Siamese barque "(Jlory Jaret, for Bangkok. British barque Serioa Mathews, for New York. Dutch barque \uguste Lange. for Batavia. British steamer “Gjeneagles” Meßain, for London.31 words
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Article923 1879-12-02 3 M Date Chips’ Names. I Captains. Flag Rig a of ar AheheFbom Wheke Lying lonsignees or Agents Destination. P IIIVALS V! v ,V-OF Encounter iDenison |H. M’sstr. 1934 Nov. 10 Penang Roads Senior Naval Officer. Station P. H. der N’landen i’rornp :H. N. M’sstr. 2400 Nov.923 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement174 1879-12-02 3 plotters. BUR MAH CHEROOTS. A biuall supply of very choice Burmah Cheroots, just received by. KATZ BROTHERS, Singapore, 25th November, 1879. NOTICE. The interest and responsibility of E. L. Gordon in our firm ceased on the 1st instant. GREENBERG BROTHERS CO. Aljeh, 5th Nov. 1879. (to 11th Oeo.) JAPANESE CURIO174 words
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Advertisement284 1879-12-02 3 AUSTRO-HUNGARIAN LLOYD’S STEAM NAVIGATIGN COMPANY The undersigned Lave been appointed Ag nts for the above Company. The Company’s first steamer: Poll»cc Capt. G. G. Ragusi.v will leave Trieste on the Ist. January, 1880, and load here for Colombo, Bombay, Trieste, direct and Med terranean Ports i.bout middle of February next.284 words
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Docks.
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704 1879-12-02 4 Ths works of the Company are sitnated at Tanjone Pa?ar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the fol- lowing establishments, viz WHAEr. Affording berthage for twenty vessels atone time with snfficientmter alongside for vessels of the heaviest draneht, and protected704 words
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187 1879-12-02 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 154 feet Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving187 words
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260 1879-12-02 4 THE PRYE RIVER DOCK COMPANY LIMITED” Incorporated under the Indian Act X op 1866. CAPITAL 200,000 In 2000 Shares of 100 each of which 93,900 have already been subscribed. BOARD CF DIRECTORS. David Brown Esq.— Chairman. T. C. Bogaardt Esq. I G. P. Tolson Esq. J. M. Vermont J. Lamb260 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement663 1879-12-02 4 iWisrrilaneouS. J. MOTION. 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 n Ladies Q Bracelets, Brooches, Earrings, Tioekets. Ladies’ rings, Signet. rings, Wedding rings Keeners Albert chains, Guard ehains Ladies’ goldwatche, Gents’ ditto., Silver663 words
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Advertisement494 1879-12-02 4 NOTICE. Ex. S. 8. 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 kegs494 words
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Advertisement332 1879-12-02 4 MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured in the above Association, which mav arrivr or put in here having sustained damage, are requested to report themselves to the DUNLOP A COs Agent Singapore. 10th June. 1878. (u. e.) ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSOCIATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OE UNDERWRITERS, DUNDEE. TfTE332 words
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Advertisement607 1879-12-02 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers op European, China, Japan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Clock Makers JEWELLER8 AND GOLD8MITH8; 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,607 words
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Advertisement630 1879-12-02 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG Commercial Square, Beach Street 27 selected m d SlSiT 1 1 T rtchly assort, to, fiSt’uL °I" i' k 8. Hrtvtirt.il t jtewtel- dana tenement can Kn. Enropeanand iEkS",I’"' 1 "ipdaebe art,. Otb« wS ter J t-™ Mod e rat a w J630 words
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