Singapore Daily Times, 22 December 1879
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Title Section12 1879-12-22 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, MONDAY, 22nd DECEMBER. 1879. No. 13,96412 words
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Article, Illustration429 1879-12-22 1 Office—l, Collyer Quay. Godowns— At New Harbour. The urdernoted at etbe dates on which this Company’s Mail Steamers may be expected to arrive at Singapore during the year 1879 Outward. Homeward, Tuesday 21st Jan. Friday 10th Jan. 4th Feb. 24th 18th 7th Feb. 4th429 words
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Article143 1879-12-22 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patrocltjs. Achilles. Antbnor. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Priam. Anchises. Sarpedon. 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 accommodation for first and third class143 words
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319 1879-12-22 1 The following a™ the dates on which j the steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may be expected to a"ive here during the current year:— Outward. Homeward. 1879. W 79Wednesday 12 February 1 Friday, 17 January 26 do >* 31 4° 12 March U February 26 do319 words
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153 1879-12-22 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. B u ’'p tei” V'zagapatam, Coconada, Mifsuiipaxam, Mad&s, licbery Ac., during the current year on or about the undernoted dates153 words
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Article39 1879-12-22 1 Mesbrs Apcar 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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Article41 1879-12-22 1 Messrs Apcar 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, Agents. Singapore, Ist December, 1879.41 words
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988 1879-12-22 1 h The Steamers of the above Company will s now ply between Singapore andßatavia every e 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 Batavia988 words
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Insurance.
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Article71 1879-12-22 1 Capital 1,590.000. Paid-up 133.332. Reserve Fund 90,000. Oenfral Agents. Messrs. Jardine Matheson Co., Hon pk ore. The undersigned, Agents for the Office, are authorised to insure goods by A. I. Vessels or Steamers to the extent of $100,000 on each bottom, and on the Block and71 words
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47 1879-12-22 1 Established 1836. Capital £1.000,000. Reserve £340.000. The undersigned has been appointed Agent at Singapore for the above Comnany. and is prepared to accept risks by first Class' Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER, Agent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (n. c.)47 words
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Article57 1879-12-22 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every description of property at the current R ites of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1878, £258,772,9°G. Claims arranged by tbe Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents, MARTIN. DYCE A57 words
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71 1879-12-22 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 tbe customary terms. 334 0/0 discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 0/0 on all risks71 words
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46 1879-12-22 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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72 1879-12-22 1 Head Office, Batavia. The undersigned, Agents for the abo\ e Company, are prepared to take risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. 334 0/0 discount allowed on all risks foi c oasting voyages, and 15 0/0 on all risks72 words
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46 1879-12-22 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 j ne life. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. (u. c.) 146 words
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25 1879-12-22 1 Chief Offices. Edinburgh, 19 George Street. London, 39 Lothbttry E. C Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 25th November, 1879.25 words
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197 1879-12-22 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool, j Q uePn Insurance Buildings, 60Graoechurch Street. London. Chairman <>f the Company. Bernard Hall. Esqre. Deputy Chairman J William Hind, Esqre. Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq M, p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre.197 words
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64 1879-12-22 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 1879-12-22 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 1879-12-22 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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50 1879-12-22 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~%d are prepared to issue policies against Fire on the usual terms. PATERSON, SIMONS CO. Singapore, Ist April, 1875. (u.c)50 words
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41 1879-12-22 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sierling Extension of 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. (u. c.)41 words
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31 1879-12-22 1 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine risks at curreut rates. PATERSON SIMONS A CO. Singapore, 18th Dec., 1878. (u. c.)31 words
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108 1879-12-22 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANT. Manchester— Exchange Street. Liverpool—2B. Exchang Street East Birmingham-12. Bonnett's Hill. London— lo, Cornhill. Glasgow— 4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Street. C m AIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. J ohn Todd. Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Coston CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland,108 words
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215 1879-12-22 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Steelihg. Ciointwn-ALElAllDEEEoilALDSOK.Esq Vice Chairman— Jas. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambeose Smith. I.I.A. CHIEF OFFICES: Glasgow f50 West Geoege i Street. Edinburgh, 17 g EO r<jk Street. London, f 2 King William l Street. Liverpool f Chambers, l Water215 words
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87 1879-12-22 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 1879-12-22 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal Charters) 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 1879-12-22 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Steiet. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Oompany, and are prepared to take risks upon oargo on the customary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY A CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (u. c.)42 words
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103 1879-12-22 4 Oapttal 82.000.000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs .Tardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, Esq. (Messrs. MeVhers. k Co.) T. P. Rarues (Messrs. TTellidnv.Wise k f!o.l A.T Mfuurer. (Messrs.Ronelns.Lsnriuk&Co.) T T. Nienise, (Romeo Comwuiv T,t.d.) •T. .T. dos Remedies,103 words
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136 1879-12-22 4 Capital £1.600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Rielmrd .T. Ashton, Esq. Alfred Goneer. Esq. Tli Am no O. Rarelnv, William Hawthorn, Robert O. T.. Reran. Georse Hihhert, Pereiral Rosnnqnet, Samuel Hvde. .Tames Rrand, William T.rall, Charles Cove. Charles Mamat. Oeoree136 words
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45 1879-12-22 4 It is requested that the Masters of all vessels insured in the above Association, having sustained loss or damage,_ report themselves to tbe undersigned immediately on arrival here. CAMERON, DUNLOP A CO.. Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 c.)45 words
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Article38 1879-12-22 4 The undersigned have been authorised to a'low tbe usual discount on all risks. 334 0/0 on all country business and 15 0/0 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 1879-12-22 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notice. On and after the Ist January, Ice will be sold retail, at the rate of 3 Cents perponnd. 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.122 words
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Advertisement130 1879-12-22 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 f 1.25. Charts, de (Double Sheet) 1.80. (Single Sheet) 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u-j;.) MILNER’S SAFES. The udnersigned have just130 words
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51 1879-12-22 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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35 1879-12-22 2 The Coy’s steamer Ganymede will start for Deli direct at noon on Wednesday, the 17th instant, and will be despatched for same port every following Wednesday. Singapore, 16th December, 1879.35 words
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STRAITS TIMES MONDAY, 22ND DEC., 1879.
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Article3449 1879-12-22 2 Singapoeb, 22th Decembee, 1879. Gambier I 5.60. Black Pepper..... 10.40. White Pepper, fair quality 16.50. Sago Flour, Sarawak 3.52$. Pearl Sago 4.30. Coffee, Bontyne 19. Tapioca, small Flake 6.70. Tin 27.35. 40s. Mule twist 93. 8$ lbs. Shirtings 1.55. 7 do do 1.45. 6 do T. Cloth3,449 words
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Article657 1879-12-22 3 [From Indian Papers.) London, bth Dec.—Consols 97f. Five per cent Rentes 116. Bar Silver 525. Paris Exchange on London 25*25. Passed Canal ontwards Orion.” Bank Shabbs:— Oriental Bank Corporation Shares £24. Chartered Bank do £23 10s. Chartered Mercantile Bank do £2-i. Hongkong A Shanghai Bank do £2^. London,657 words
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Correspondence.
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Article690 1879-12-22 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sir,—Your paper of Saturday 6th December just to hand per steamer Paknam. It is no blame to you, Mr. Editor, that you make such an astonishing announcement, that the Siamese would not have dared to execute Pra Preecha,690 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement642 1879-12-22 2 ashfrtistmrnts. 1 HONGKONG ANT) SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5,000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund .1,300,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman. —Wm. H. Forbes, EBq. (of Messrs. Russell A Co.) Deputy Chairman.—' The Hon. W. Keswick (of Messrs. Jardinc Matheson A Co.). F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons642 words
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Advertisement771 1879-12-22 2 m EXCISE ORD: IV. 1870. Notice of Cessation of Farm under j Section 64 I Notice is hereby given that the exclu- j aive privileges of the Opium. Spirit and Toddy Farmer at this Settlement, will j cease on the 31st day of December, 1879, j and that no exciseable771 words
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Advertisement699 1879-12-22 2 HORSE AND CARRIAGE SALE. The undersigned will sell by Public Auction, in Commercial Square, on Friday, 26th Dec. at 2.30 p. m. A powerful Australian carriage horse, a good steady animal and very quiet. A light roomy palanquin in good order, A set of silver plated single harness, nearly new.699 words
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Advertisement529 1879-12-22 2 HORSE AND CARRIAGE SALE. The undersigned have received instructions to sell by Public Auction, in Commercial Square, on Friday, 26th inst. at 2.30 p. m. A powerful bay Australian hors", in pood condition and suitable for a planquin or brouphara. A very handsome barouche by Dyke A Co. Calcutta; splendidly529 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE.
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Article245 1879-12-22 3 Friday, 19th December. \l. M. steamer Amazone” 3.600 tons. Loruiier commander, Saigon 17th Dec., consignees Messageries Maritimes. Saturday, 20tb December. British steamer Menelaus” 1,359 tons. Billinge commander, Liverpool sth ov., consignees W. Mansfield A Go. British steamer Carrisbrooke” 960 tons, Wharton commander, Swatow 13th Dec., consignee® Bun Hin A245 words
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Article37 1879-12-22 3 Saturday, 20th December. i British steamer Louisa III” Harmer, for Malacca A Klang. British steamer Rainbow” Rozells, for Malacca A Klang. German barque Valparaiso” Meyer, for Bangkok. M. M steamer Amazone” oruiier, for Marseilles.37 words
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Article823 1879-12-22 3 on Date i -■nips’ Names. 1 Captains. iKlao a Rig z of ar- .VhereFrom 1 Where Lying ,'onsionees or Agents Destination RIVALS V EN-OF i P. H. der N’landeu i’romp iH. N. M’sstr. 2400 Nov. 28 Batavia T. P. Wharf H.N. M’s Consul General.iCruise Midge Salmond823 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement39 1879-12-22 3 #oti«s. BINOCULAR OPERA GLASSES. Just received a fresh supply of above with very powerful glasses aud iu handsome fittings, specially recommended to seamen. Binoculars with 3 chani’ements (for theatre, marine and field use.) KATZ BROTHERS. Singapore, 12th December, 1879.39 words
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Advertisement342 1879-12-22 3 SINGOR ARTUROYITA. Begs to inform the public of Singapore, that he has established himself in this town, as a Professor of Music, and proposes to give lessons in Italian singing, and on the art of Pianoforte playing He also intends to undertake the entire restoration of any mechanism connected with342 words
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Advertisement297 1879-12-22 3 THE SINGAPORE A STRAITS DIRECTORY FOR 1880. URGENT NOTICE. Residents who have not jet returned the forms, sent them to fill in, are argent ly requested to forward them to the undersigned, without delay. Punctuality in issue is impossible without the cordial co-operation of the Public, which, it is hoped,297 words
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Docks.
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707 1879-12-22 4 The works of the Company are situated at Tsnjong 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 drsnekt. and707 words
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190 1879-12-22 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 feel Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving190 words
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262 1879-12-22 4 THE PRYE RIVER DOCK COMPANY LIMITED” Incorporated under the Indian Act X op 1866. CAPITAL 8 200.000 In 2000 Shares of 100 each of which 93,900 have already been snbscrihed. BOARD CF DIRECTORS. David Brown Esq.— Chairman. T. C. Bogaardt Esq. I G. P. Tolson Esq. J. M. Vermont J.262 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement664 1879-12-22 4 JWisrtnanemtsi. .T. MOTION. Chronometer, Watch and Clock Maker, and Optician. Flint Street. fl as always on hand a well selected stock of Jewellery. Watches, Clocks, Nautical Instruments. Ac., comprising Bracelets. Ladies’ goldwatche, Brooches. Gents’ ditto., Barrings. I Silver watches. Lockets. American clocks, T/adieß’ vines, Carriage clocks, Signet, rings. Marble clocks,664 words
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Advertisement507 1879-12-22 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 kegs507 words
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Advertisement325 1879-12-22 4 MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ARSOCTATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured in the ahove Association, which mav arrive or put in here having sustained da mat''’, are requested to report themselves to the undersigned. CAMERON. DUNLOP OOs A pent. Singapore, 10th June. 1878. fu. f) ARRROATH OOMMEROTAL ARROnTAT’TOV. UNTON ASPORTATION OE325 words
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Advertisement606 1879-12-22 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Imposters op European, China, Japan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Clock Makers Jewellers and Goldsmiths; WINE, SPIRIT AND PROVISION MERCHANTS. Outfitting Department. Gentlemen'B outfiits made up on the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine Tweeds,606 words
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Advertisement636 1879-12-22 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG Commercial Square, Beach Streets. mtalfaSS inehrenano, BO,l H,H selected ,nd SSIS” 1 ">”< i*U« een richly assert- 5*,. 1 "*>*■ •1 stock of all w van F,„. European and ??***»> art,other (roods. Ce® k .2‘ £*””>»»• ke Wen Moderate IT nil? zeftr Mil636 words
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