Singapore Daily Times, 20 December 1879
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Title Section12 1879-12-20 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, SATURDAY, 20th DECEMBER, 1879. No. 13,96312 words
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Article, Illustration418 1879-12-20 1 Office—l, Colly er Quay. Godowns—At New Harbour. Tee undernoted at etbe dates on which this Company’s Mail Steamers may be expected to arrive at Singapore during the year 1879. 4th Feb. 24th 18th 7th Feb. 4th Vtr. Slat 18th 7th Mar. Monday Slgt 2lgt418 words
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Article143 1879-12-20 1 Agammutoh. Ulysses. Ajax. Pateoclus. Achilles. Antenor. Diomid. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Pblam. Amcbibbb. SaEPEDON. OBEBTEB. Hictob. Stehtoe. Menblaus. Tetjceb. The Coy’s Steamers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have acoon--modaticn for first and third class143 words
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296 1879-12-20 1 The followm? are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may be expected to a rriv e here during the current year OtTWAKI,. nO AR,> 1870 1879. Wednesday 12 Febmarv Frida y* 17 January 2C do 1 31 do i. 12 March 14296 words
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146 1879-12-20 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, Yizagapatam, Coconada, Masulipatam, Madras, Calicut, TelUchery ife, dui.ifc-yiar on or about the undernoted dates: Tuesday October 9th Thursday November146 words
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Article39 1879-12-20 1 MesbbB Apcab and Co.’s steamer Arratoon Apcar, 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may be expected here on or about the 20th instant. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist December, 1879.39 words
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Article42 1879-12-20 1 Mesbbs Apcab and Co.’s steamer Suez, 1,394 tons, Captain Seaton, may be expected here on or about the 27th inst. en route to above ports. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSFS, A gentB. Singapore, let December, 1879.42 words
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962 1879-12-20 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore andßatavi,. every fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours after the arrival of the English Mail from heme Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Money, First Clms. From Singapore to Batavia I ’*6 Padang962 words
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Insurance.
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Article74 1879-12-20 1 Capital 3 1,500.000. Paid-up 133.332. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. .Tardine 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 SI 00,000 on each bottom, and on the74 words
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47 1879-12-20 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned has been appointed Agent at S *»apore for the above Comoany and is p nared to accept risks by F.-'smers and Sailing vessels: K. W. GEIGER, Agent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (n. c.)47 words
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Article56 1879-12-20 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every description of property at the current Rakes 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 A CO.56 words
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71 1879-12-20 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. 334 o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
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46 1879-12-20 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 premium. RAUTENBERG, SCHMIDT A CO. Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. u. c.46 words
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70 1879-12-20 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. 334 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 1879-12-20 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. (n. o.)44 words
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26 1879-12-20 1 I Chief Offices. Edinburgh, 19 George Street. London, 39 Lothbury E. 0 Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 25th November, 1879.26 words
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196 1879-12-20 1 > Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, 60Gracechnrch Street. London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman S™?? 2 in(! EB<,re j Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq M. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre.196 words
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64 1879-12-20 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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77 1879-12-20 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 voyages77 words
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57 1879-12-20 1 The undersigned have been appointed agents for the above Oompany and are prepared to accept risks upon cargo by steam er or sailing vessel on the customary terms. The usual discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages and on risks to Europe and America. REME57 words
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51 1879-12-20 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 00. Singapore, Ist April, 1875.51 words
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41 1879-12-20 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sierlino Extension of Limits. One F rst olass risk 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS CO. Agents. Singapore. 17th Dec., 1875. (u. e.)41 words
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30 1879-12-20 1 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine risks at current rates. PATERSON SIMONS CO. Singapore, 18th Dec., 1878. (n. c.)30 words
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104 1879-12-20 1 OFFICES OF THE OOMPANY. Manchester—Exchange Btreet. Liverpool-28, Exchang 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 Ooston CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW. Alex.104 words
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222 1879-12-20 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Stkrlinq. Ckairman-ALBTANDRB RonaLDBON.Eso Vice Chairman —Jas. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary—H. Ambrose Smith, f.ix CHIEF OFFICES: Glasgow, f 5O w «st Georg* l Street. Edinburgh, 17 g EO rge Street. London f King William Street. Liverpool, f Oriel Chambers, l222 words
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88 1879-12-20 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 authori. ty to88 words
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82 1879-12-20 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal Chabteri.) 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 for82 words
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Article42 1879-12-20 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Strut. 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 00. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (u. c.)42 words
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102 1879-12-20 4 Capital J 2.000.000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, Esq. (Messrs. Malchom, k Co.' .T. P. Rarnes (Messrs. Holliday.Wise k Co.l A.T. Mnnyer, (Messrs.Donelas.TianraikftCo.) W. Nioaise, (Borneo Company Ltd.) J. .T. doe Remedies,102 words
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138 1879-12-20 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. RicWd J. Ashton, Esq. Alfred Gomrer. Esq. Thomas G. Rarclav, 1 William Hawthorn, Robert C. L. Reran, Geonre Hihhert, Peroival Rosanqnet, Ramnel Hrde, .Tames Brand, William Lrail, Charles Cave. Charles Marryat. Georye H.138 words
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49 1879-12-20 4 livou nan' runjwuioii'o" 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.)49 words
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Article38 1879-12-20 4 The undersigned have been authorised to allow the usual discount on all risks. 331 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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Advertisement119 1879-12-20 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS BITER VAIiJiBT ROAD. Nones. On Mid after the let January, Ice will .be told refc*il« at the rate of 3 Cents perlce Home is opened for the sale of loe daily from 6 A. M. to 10.30 v. and frep 12.30 to 6 p. a. TinkeU for119 words
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Advertisement127 1879-12-20 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 Almanaca $1.25. Charts, de (Double Sheet) 1.80. (Single Sheet) 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u.^3-) MILNER’S SAFES. The udnersigned have just received127 words
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51 1879-12-20 2 The undersigned having been appointed Agents for the above line are prepared to issue through bills of Lading to New York for Tin and other Merchandise, at rates which may be ascertained on application. BOUSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 2nd Dec., 1879. (to 31st51 words
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STRAITS TIMES SATURDAY, 20TH DEC., 1879.
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Article373 1879-12-20 2 Singapore, 20th Dscbmbir, 1879. ‘'Gwmbier f 4.425. Black Pepper 10.50. White Pepper, fair quality 17.374. Sago Flour, Sarawak 3.525. Pearl Sago 4.30. Coffee, Bontyne 18.80. Tapioca, small Flake 6.875. Tin 27.55. 40s. Mule twist 93. 8$ lbs. Shirtings 1.55. 7 do do 1.45. 6 do T. Cloth373 words
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1126 1879-12-20 2 Afghanistan. London, 19 th December. —A Cabinet Council will be held to-day to discuss the state of affairs in Afghanistan. Central Europe. The Emperor of Austria in a speech stated that the understanding with Germany was simply to secure the maintenance of peace. Glasgow Bank.1,126 words
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2279 1879-12-20 2 The following new notifications arc published:— His Excellency the Administrator has been pleased to make the following appointments Mr. E. F. Rhodes, Lieutenant, Royal Engineers, to act as Private Secretary to His Excellency the Administrator. Mr. Courtenay B. Vyvyan, Lieutenant, 3rd Buffs, to act as Aide-de-Camp2,279 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement633 1879-12-20 2 Sfobrrtteementsi. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5,000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fnnd 1,800,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman.— Wm. H. Forbes, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell A Co.) Deputy Chatman.—The Hon. W. Keswick (of Messrs. Jardine Mathesou Co.). F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A Co.) E.633 words
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Advertisement773 1879-12-20 2 m EXCISE ORD: IV. 1870. Notice of Cessation of Farm under Section 64 Notice is hereby given that the exclusive privileges of the Opium. Spirit and Toddy Farmer at this Settlement, will cease on the 31st day of December, 1879, and that no exciseable articles purchased from the present Farmer773 words
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Advertisement610 1879-12-20 2 SALE BY AUCTION. The undersigned have received instructions to sell by Public Auction, without reserve, at their Sale Rooms, on Monday next, 22nd December, commencing at 12 o’clock. An Invoice of well selected CHRISTMAS TOYS, Also a quantity of JAPAN WARE. consisting of tortoiseshell work boxes, cabinets, fancy boxes, trays610 words
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Advertisement516 1879-12-20 2 CHRISTMAS PRESENTS. The undersigned have received instructions to sell by Public Auction, on Monday next, the 22nd December, at 11 a. m. at their Sale Room. A small well selected Invoice of Choice Perfumery in fancy boxes from the celebrated firm of P. Maria Purina—47ll- adapted for X’mas: presents to516 words
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Notices.
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Article51 1879-12-20 3 Head Office, Hongkong. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Company and are prepared to issue Policies on the usual terms. Last return to contributors o/o The usual discounts allowed on Coasting and Home risks. GUTHRIE A CO. Singapore. 11th Nov. 1879. to lith51 words
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Article122 1879-12-20 3 In the Supreme Court of the Straits Settlements. Settlement of Singapore. In the matter of proceedings for composition with Creditors instituted by Choa Choo Pean, Choa Moh Lim and Chia Leng, carrying on business under the Chop Hup Seng of No. 50 Market Street, in Singapore.122 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE.
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Article74 1879-12-20 3 Friday, 19th December. Italian barque Attivo 701 tons, Kapallo commander, Penang 15th Dec. Saturday, 20th December. i Halim barque Maria P.” 820 tons, Canepa commander, Car- diff 10th Aug. British steamer “Rainbow” 150 tons, Rozells commander, Malacca 19th Dec., consignees Lim Kong Wan Son. British steamer “Louisa III.,” 11274 words
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Article56 1879-12-20 3 Friday, 19tn December. British steamer Breconshire” Sturrock, for Hongkong. British steamer Japan” Guan Hin, for Malacca A Penang. British steamer Afghan” Hunt, for Calcutta. British steamer Pontianak” Killey, for Billiton APonti&nak. British steamer Gleniffer” Graham, for Hongkong and Shanghai. D iten steamer Java” de Bidder, for Acheen.56 words
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Article688 1879-12-20 3 I I Date 1 >h ips’ Names. Captains. Flag Rio! z lof ar- Where From Where Lying |Consigneks or Agents Destination RIVALS v FN-0F- ’v T 1 P. H. der N’landeu Tromp H. N. M’sstr. 2400 Nov. 28 Batavia T. P. Wharf H.N. M’s Consul General.688 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement528 1879-12-20 3 PERFUMERY. Katz Brothers, have just received a well assorted invoice of perfumery comprising Eau de Cologne, in crystal decanters, wicker, round and square faced and other shaped bottles. Essence. The best make of Gosnell and Lubin, representing the choicest odors, as, ‘‘Kiss me quick,” “Kiss me not” Box his ears,”528 words
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Advertisement392 1879-12-20 3 NOTICE. Katz Bros have on hand again A fine selection of walking and sword sticks. Ladies’ and Gentlemens’ riding whips. The Abadie Cigarette Paper. Fancy Clocks. A large assortment of gilt beading for picture frames, curtain holders, mirror supports etc Picture frames made up to order on the shortest notice.392 words
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Advertisement438 1879-12-20 3 SINGOR ARTURO VITA. Beg s to inform the public! of. Singapore, that he has established himself in this 1 town, as a Professor of Music, and pro* i poses to give lessons in Italian singing, j and on the art of Pianoforte playing. He also intends to undertake the entire438 words
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Advertisement387 1879-12-20 3 THE SINGAPORE A STRAITS DIRECTORY FOR 1880. URGENT NOTICE. Residents who have not yet returned the forms, sent them to fill in, are urgent ly requested to forward them to the undersigned, without delay. Punctuality in issue is impossible with* out the cordial co-operation of the Public, which, it is387 words
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Docks.
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709 1879-12-20 4 Thi works of the Company are situated at Tsniontr 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, and709 words
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194 1879-12-20 4 rAJN I UUn.IX.EUT. This Company executes ships’ repairs of all descriptions in the most efficient manner n "d* r the superintendence of European Shipwrights and Engineers. No. 1 Graving Dock. Length—4ls feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 15J feet Width at Entrance194 words
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260 1879-12-20 4 THE PRYE RIVER DOCK COMPANY LIMITED" Incorporated under the Indian Act X op 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 'Eb^.—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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Advertisement671 1879-12-20 4 iWtsrrllanfmisf. J. MOTION. Chronometer, Watch and Clock Maker, and Optician. Flint Street. Ras always on hand a well selected stock nf Jewellery. Watches, Clocks, Nautical Instruments, Ac., comprising Bracelets, Brooches, Earrings, Lockets. Ladies’ rings, Signet rings, Wedding rings Keeper 8 Albert chains. Ouard chains, Ladies’ gold watche, Cents’ ditto., Silver671 words
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Advertisement506 1879-12-20 4 NOTICE. Ex. S. 8. Menmuir. Katz Bros, have received by the above steamer. Australian butter in 1 and 2 lba. 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 kegs506 words
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Advertisement323 1879-12-20 4 MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured in the above Association, which mav arriv or put in here having sustained damage, are requested to report themselves to the undersigned. CAMERON. DUNLOP A COs Agent. Singapore. 10th June. 1878. (u. ARRROA.TH COMMERCIAL ASSOCIATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OE UNDERWRITERS. DUNDEE.323 words
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Advertisement605 1879-12-20 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers op European, China, Japan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Clock Makers JEWELLERB 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,605 words
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Advertisement651 1879-12-20 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Beach Street 27. Commercial Square, Hivb always on hand a well selected and richly assorted stock of all European and Other floods. Modern terms i careful tendance. Halten fort- Bont ton-1 Hebben steeds waehrend ein ionrs Wen i roor radis een wohlassortir- a.eortiJiyk651 words
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