Singapore Daily Times, 26 December 1879
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Title Section12 1879-12-26 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, FRIDAY, 26th DECEMBER, 1879. No. 13,96712 words
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Article, Illustration420 1879-12-26 1 Office—l, Collyer Quay. Godowns—At New Harbour. The underacted m ethe dates on which this Company’s Mail Steamers may be ex--1.. iL, year OVTWABD. HOUWABD. Tuesday 21st Jas. j Friday 10th Jan. 4th Fab. 84th 18th 7th Feb. 4th Mar. 2let 18th 7th I tt.420 words
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Article143 1879-12-26 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patboclus. Achilles. Antenor. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Priam. Anchises. Saepbdon. Orestes. Hector. Stintor. Menelaus. Teucbr. The Coy’s Strainers 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 class143 words
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248 1879-12-26 1 The following are the dates on which I tbp steamers of the Messageries Mantimes 1 may be expected to arrive here during the current year:— OvTWA.d. 1879. i 1879> Wednesday lj February Friday, 17 January 31 ‘l I*' 1 7 Mdn 28 uO Monday, 7 April248 words
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155 1879-12-26 1 J.IUU wiura.ll i, mini 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, Vizagapatam, Coconada, Masulipatam, Madras, Calicut, Tellicbery Ac., during the current year on or about155 words
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Article40 1879-12-26 1 Messrs Apcar and Co.’s steamer Arratoon Apcar, 1,392 tons, Captain M actavish, may be expected here on or about the 20th instant. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist December, 1879.40 words
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Article40 1879-12-26 1 Messrs Apcar and Co.’s steamer Suet, 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 MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist December, 1879.40 words
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946 1879-12-26 1 The Steamers of the above Oompany will fortnight, leaving jfmgapore 24 hours after the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Opeice, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Money, First Class. From Singapore to i Batavia 46 Padang 94 Cheribon 60 Samarang viA Batavia946 words
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Insurance.
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Article71 1879-12-26 1 Capital 1,500.000. Paid-np 133.332. Reserve Fund 90.000. Oknfral Agents. Messrs. Jardine Matheson A Co., Hongkong. The undersigned, Agents for the Office, are authorised to insure goods by A. I. Vessels or Steamers to the extent ef $lOO,OOO on each bottom, and on the Block and Machinery71 words
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48 1879-12-26 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned has been appointed Agent at Singapore for the above Company, and is prepared to accept risks by first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER. A gent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (u. c.)48 words
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Article57 1879-12-26 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°6. Claims arranged by the 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 1879-12-26 1 Capital 10,000,000 Francs. The undersigned, Agents for the above Oompany, 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 1879-12-26 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 1879-12-26 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. 33i 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 1879-12-26 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. Lifk department: Limit £2,000 on ne life. Singapore, 19th Bept., 1877. (u. o.)44 words
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23 1879-12-26 1 Chief Offices. Edinburgh, 19 George Street. London, 39 E. 0 Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD AGO. Singapore, 25th November, 1879.23 words
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192 1879-12-26 1 Offtces. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, 60Gracecburch Street. London. Chairman of the Company. Bernard Hall. Esqre. Deputy Chairman J Hind Es< lret Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter McLagan.Esq M. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Pagan, Eaqre. The security offered192 words
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64 1879-12-26 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 1879-12-26 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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57 1879-12-26 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. RE ME57 words
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52 1879-12-26 1 Established 1821 Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Total Invested Funds, upwards of 3,000,000 Annual Income upwards of 400,000 The undersigned hare been appomtep Agents at Singapore and are prepared to issue policies against Fire on the usual terms. PATERSON, SIMONS A 00. Singapore, 1st April,52 words
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42 1879-12-26 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 A CO. Agents. Singapore. 17th Dec., 1875. (u. c.)42 words
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31 1879-12-26 1 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine risks at current rates. PATERSON SIMONS A CO. Singapore, 18th Dec., 1878. (u. c.)31 words
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102 1879-12-26 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester—Exchange Street. Liverpooi/—2B, Exchang Street East Birmingham-12. Bennett’s HiU. London—lo, CornhiU. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IK MANCHESTER. John Todd, Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Coston CHAIRMAN in LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW. Alex. Ewing,102 words
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222 1879-12-26 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 West George l Street. Edinburgh 17 George Street. London f 2 King William 1 Street. Liverpool, (Oriel Chambers, t Water Street.222 words
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89 1879-12-26 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 to89 words
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81 1879-12-26 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated bt Royal Charters) Subscribed Capital £2,000,009 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 for81 words
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Article42 1879-12-26 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Oompany, 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 1879-12-26 4 Capital 12,000.000 J Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jar dine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, Esq. (Messrs. Melchers, A Co.' .T. P. Humes (Messrs. Hnllidav.Wise A Co.' A. T. MuTiser, (Messrs.DonelMj-somiltACo.) W. Nlesiw*. (Romeo Comwwv Ltd.) J. .T.104 words
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132 1879-12-26 4 Capital £1,600.000. Pfti6.nD and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Rtoh«rd .1. Aah ton, E*q. Alfred Geneer Esq. Thomas G. Rainier, William Hawthorn, Robert 0. L. Reran, Oeoree Hlhhert, Perriral Rosanqnet, Wrde. .Tames Brand. l™"' Charles Care Charles Marrrar.. Chambers, j Tames G132 words
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47 1879-12-26 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 immedi* ately on arrival here. CAMERON, DUNLOP k 00., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 (u. c.)47 words
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Article39 1879-12-26 4 nnwwau The undersigned have been authorised to allow the usual discount on all risks. 364 o/o on all country business and 15 o/o to Europe and Australia. A. L. JOHNSTON A 00. Singapore, 6th June, 1879.39 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement131 1879-12-26 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, OF THE LATEST SURVEY, and NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Moderate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Prigs of Eacu. Nautical Almanacs 11.25. Charts, de (Double Sheet) 1.80. 2? (Single Skeet) 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 J>.o.) MILNER’S SAFES. The ndnerßigned have just131 words
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Article119 1879-12-26 2 In the Supreme Court of the Straits Settlements. Settlement of Singapore. In the matter of proceedings for liquidation by arrangement or Composition with Creditors, instituted by See Heaug carrying on business as General Trader under the Chop Hup Choon” of No. 12, Hill Street, Singapore. Notice119 words
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Article114 1879-12-26 2 In the Supreme Court of the Straits Settlements. Settlement of Singapore. In the matter of proceedings for liquidation by arrangement or composition with creditors instituted by Chee Kay, carrying on business as General Trader under the shop Heap Lee, of No. 10, Hill Street, Singapore. Notice114 words
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Obituary15 1879-12-26 2 DEATH. At Malaeca, this morning, Mb. A. M. Cornelius of the Survey Department.15 words
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STRAITS TIMES FRIDAY, 26TH DEC., 1879.
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132 1879-12-26 2 Gambier 5.45. Black Pepper 10.40. White Pepper, fair quality 16.50. Sago Flour, Sarawak 3.52$. Pearl Sago 4.20. Coffee, Bontyne 19. Tapioca, small Flake 6.70. Tin 27.40. 40s. Mule twist 93. 8$ lbs. Shirtings 1.55. 7 do do 1.45. 6 do T. Cloth 1.07$.132 words
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Article174 1879-12-26 2 Per S. S. Hector. Mr. and Mrs. Innes, Mrs. Falconer, Mr. > Burlingham. Mails close for Penang. Acheeu and Padang, pir S. S. Banda, at 3 p. m today. Manila, per S. S. Beine Mercedes, at 4 p. m., today. Hongkong, per S. S. Suez, at 4174 words
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2466 1879-12-26 2 Afghanistan. Loudon, nth December. Heavy reinforcements are being sent to the Khyber. The Archbishop of Canterbury has ordered a prayer for the troops in Afghanistan to be read. France. Monsieur Freycinet has declined the duty of forming a Cabinet, and Monsieur Waddington has been recalled.2,466 words
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2376 1879-12-26 3 The third number of the journal of the Straits Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society is now before us, and we would recommend it to the attention of our readers as well worthy of attentive perusal. Except that2,376 words
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Correspondence.
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Article107 1879-12-26 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sir,—Can you suggest a reason why in the monthly published accounts of the note circulation and specie in re- serve of our Local Banks, the only certified account published by the Colonial Secretary’s Office is that of the note circulation, and107 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement744 1879-12-26 2 #tto aubfrtttements. HONGKONG ANT) SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5,000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund 1,300,000 Dollars. COURT OP DIRECTORS. Chairman.— Wm. H. Forbes, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell A Co.) Deputy Chairman.—The Hon. W. Keswick (of Messrs. Jardine Mathesou A Co.) F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A744 words
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Advertisement426 1879-12-26 2 AUCTION SALE OF THE PROPERTY OF THE LATE P. E. PISTORIUS, ESQ. The undersigned have received instructions to sell by Public Auction, at. the residence of the late P. E. Pistorius, Esq. Bukit Pasoh, near the Tanjong Pagar road, on Saturday, 3rd January commencing at one o’clock. The valuable household426 words
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Advertisement825 1879-12-26 2 Sec. 35. EXCISE NOTICE. The undersigned begs to draw the attention of the Public to the following Sections of Ord. IV. of 1840. Sec. 17. On the Coming into operation of this Ordinance, every person having in his possesion, custody, or controul, any Opium withm any of the Settlements, shall825 words
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Advertisement435 1879-12-26 2 NOTICE. The Officers 2nd Batn. The Buffs are not responsible for any debtß their M°BBman. “Ah Soon may contract on behalf of their Mess at Tanglin, Singapore. W. D. HARRISON. Capt. P. M. 0. 2nd Batn The Buffs Singapore, 22nd December, 1879. NOTICE. The 0. S S. Co.’s Steamer Antenor,435 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE.
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Article261 1879-12-26 3 Wednesday. 2-Ath December. Dutch steamer “Ophir” 236 tons, Van Marion commander, Rliio 21th Dec,, consignees Hamilton Gray Co. British steamer Cleator 317 tons, Chalk co mmandcr LaSuan 20th Dec., consignee J. D. Ross. British steamer “Sheiurd Osborne" 1429 tons, Mac Kenzie Com mender, PeDang 28th Dec., consignees E. E.261 words
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Article56 1879-12-26 3 Wednesday, 24th December. British steamer Scindia Windham, for New York. British steamer Ruby” Fox, for Muntok A Palembang. British steamer Shuaydagone Bowen, for Penang A Rangoon. British steamer Benmore Augustin, for Malacca A Penang. British steamer Ganymede Vincent, for Deli. Siamese steamer Kromahtah Tulloch, for Bangkok. Sarawak56 words
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Article879 1879-12-26 3 Date i PS Names. Captains. I Flag a Rr of ar- ivVhkriFrom Where Lyino Ionsionkes or Aubnts; Destination rivals I ’FN-OF P. H. der N’landeu Tromp H. N. M’sstr. 2400 Nov. 28 Batavia T. P. Wharf H.N. M’s Consul General. Cruise Midge Salmond H. M’s str.879 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement186 1879-12-26 3 Notices. THEATRE ROYAL TANGLIN. 2nd Batn. By kind permission of Major Halahan Commanding and the officers The Buffs the members of the Amateur Dramatic Club beg fco announce that their first ferformance will be given at Tanglin Barracks on Friday and Saturday the 2nd and 3rd of January, 1880. When186 words
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Docks.
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711 1879-12-26 4 Thi works of the Company are situated at Tanjmur Papar, within one mile of the wwn of Singapore, and comprise the fol- f lowing establishments, viz I Wharf.—Affording berthage for twenty 1 vessels atone time with sufficient water 1 slouirside for ressels of the711 words
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190 1879-12-26 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 15$ feet Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving190 words
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259 1879-12-26 4 THE PRYE RIVER DOCK COMPANY LIMITED” Incorporated under the Indian Act X of 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. Lamb259 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement659 1879-12-26 4 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., comprism* Bracelets, Ladies Koldwatche, Brooches. jOents’ ditto., Flarrimrs, iSilver watches. Lockets American clocks, Ladies’ rines, Oarmge docks, Signet rings, Marble clocks, Wedding rings, Chronometers,659 words
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Advertisement503 1879-12-26 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 kegs503 words
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Advertisement322 1879-12-26 4 MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Shins or vessels insured in the above Association. which mav arrive or put in here having- sustained dams'**, are reouested to report themselves to the undersigned. CAMERON. DUNLOP COs AfW»nt. Singapore, 10th June. 1878. fu. e) ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSOctatton. UNION ASSOOT ATTON OR UNDERWRITER322 words
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Advertisement606 1879-12-26 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 ouffiits 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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Advertisement658 1879-12-26 4 i a 1 it fC, id 8. 8. 8> 8, jr :g 8. 8, 8, 8. .L KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL BTORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Commercial Square, Beach Street’27. ■•feta) w™ l, «jri»dl,«, rtcUj mat.| SjllS'S' -•-•jM-l'A .art. •SS SiStt Sf w Mh jr „r iir s Jbs *«l. TOUiw deres.658 words
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