Mid-day Herald, 3 December 1897
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Title Section15 1897-12-03 1 THE MID-DAY HERALD AND DAILY ADVERTISER Vol. IV SINGAPORE, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 1897. [No. 2815 words
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Article, Illustration274 1897-12-03 1 FRANK RITCITIR - P O FRANK RITCITIR, A^ent. OFFICE, COLLTF* QUAY, WUIBVEI, NEW UAKBOI B. STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY Steam for China. Japan. Penang. Ceylon, liidia. Australia. Aden, Egypt, Marseille*, Gibraltar. Malta, Brindisi. Venice, Plymouth., and London. Through 1 »iI 1h of Lading issued for Persian Gulf, Continental and American tort x, aha for274 words
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134 1897-12-03 1 7*. L ijnipine Aildre** LICORNE. Singapore. The i»i til steamers will leave Singapore j on or ;iU»ut the undermentioned dates. I IM'TWAKD* lloM EWAKD. ls;»r. 1807. Dates Dates F Si>ii.«n« Oct. 30 I SYDNEY NOT, 2 S,! Nov, 1«» Calod.mien Nov, 16 Nov. 27134 words
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252 1897-12-03 1 IMF. F \ST ROUTE BETWEENCHIN A, j .1 Ai'AN, A EL' ROPE, VIA CANADA AND THE UNITED STATES Ror I'K VIA SHANGHAI, NAGASAKI, koUK, YOKOHAMA, VICTORii AND VANCOUVER, B. 0. I win Screw Steamships—o,ooo Tons —lO,OOO Horse-Power —Speed ID knots. Pitoroarn SAILINGS252 words
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309 1897-12-03 1 JAMES SELLAR - JAMES SELLAR Manager Tun Company executes ships' repairs of all descriptions in the most efficent manner under the superintendence of European Shipwrights and Engineers. No. 1 GRAVING DOCK— Length—lls feet. Depth of Water, from 14 to 15£ feet. Width at Entrance, 42 feet. No.309 words
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Article212 1897-12-03 1 ROBERT ANDERSON - ROBERT ANDERSON Manager THE above Dock, situated in Province Wellesley, at the entrance of the Prye River, has lately been lengthened and deepened, and is now of following dimensions: Length on the blocks 330 feet Breadth at entrance.. 50 Depth of water on sill at212 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement38 1897-12-03 1 i'JR DURABILITY, OESIC*. AND EASY RUNNING, THERE IS NO BICYCLE TO BEAT THE KALEIGH." —JO: It is the favorite with racing men—:ot TO P.F. n \l> ONLY FROM E. M. LYON CO., STRAITS CYCLE AGENCY, 15, BATTERY ROAD.38 words
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Advertisement717 1897-12-03 1 BUCHANAN WHISKY IS THE BEST; SOLD BY ALL LICENSED SPIRIT DEALERS. SAME AS SUPPLIED TO THE HOUSES OF LORDS AND COMMONS AND TO ALL GOOD LONDON CLUBS, Sole Importers IL&TS BROS,, Go. SOLE AGENTS FOR Royal Psycho Cycles FOR LADIES AND GENTLEMEN STARLKY RROTHERS, COVENTRY. By Special Royal Warrant of717 words
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Advertisement151 1897-12-03 1 Robinson Co. —-:o: The Premier HELICAL TUBE CYCLES have the largest sale. 33,000 of these machines were sold in 1806. ROBINSON CO., Agents for Straits Settlements. Raleigh Cycles ARE THE BEST. E.M.LYOIM<fcCo. Straits Cycle Agency* ussm ;0., BY SPECIAL APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING OF SIAM AND HIS HIGHNESS151 words
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Advertisement238 1897-12-03 1 Under the most distinguished Patronage of H. R. H. the Duke of Conn&ught. —:o: B. P l)> SILVA, MANUFACTURING JEV.ELLER, and DEALER IN PRECIOUS STONES. —:0: 62, HIGH STREET, SINGAPORE. Graggiiio Co. :o: Ship Chandlers Provision Merchants, Sailmakers and Auctioneers, Navy Contractors. —:o: W2 Assorted size marble slabs, French Clarets238 words
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Article990 1897-12-03 2 BEFORE the Hongkong bribery scandal has had time to become a thing of the past, the public of Singapore is assailed with news of bribery among some of its public servants, and from all appearances, cases of receiving illegal gratifications bid fair to crop up every990 words
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Article166 1897-12-03 2 HOW FOUR NORWEGIAN SAILORS JCBILATIC. Yesterday afternoon f-»ur Norwegian seamen entered a grog shop in Tanjong Pagar Road. They ordered some driuks, for which they refused to pay, and when asked for money, started to abuse the Chinaman for having d ired to mike such a request. They166 words
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Article169 1897-12-03 2 In Northern Spain," by Hans Gadow, it is stated that at Portilla, a miserable village on the Southern slope, the author discovered a novelty in poultry-farming—the unnatural feat of making the cock hatch the eggs and look after the chickens, while the hen, being at liberty, can169 words
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593 1897-12-03 2 Tilt AKMY. London 25th November "\f r f'» herlati;, speaking at a i ll<r Birmi-igiiaiit, v jw«uld de Sl i wir.ii the Army n sion. They will not te c >_ where .n it, raised lui Army ••qiial to inc.-i'M-i 2 i e o "to*s593 words
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Article648 1897-12-03 2 Before the Gordons took part ju battle of Waterloo they fought and bravely at Quativ Bras wli»iv they lo>t mauy men, »ii"ta was the gallant Colonel ('aim'row. Waterloo the part taken by ta« Gordons has been immortal s**«l ,v the pictore "Scotland for Ev-r The undaunted Hiphlande648 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement317 1897-12-03 2 jflcAlister&Co FOR Harness and Accessories, American Buggies, AND Sulkies, Swift Victoria Cycles, Planting, Mining. Engineering Carpenter's Tools, &c-, &c. Drain Pipes, Fire Bricks Tire Clay, Cement, &c. FOR PARTICULARS AND PRICES APPLY TO McALISTER Co. DEVIL BRAND. Tiif nndersi«rned have now received i ghipin»nt of tin* above well-known Dviiamite. which317 words
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Advertisement558 1897-12-03 2 ROBINSON CO., TAILORS, DRESSMAKERS, GENERAL OUTFITTERS. 4 Table Cutlery, Electro-Plated Ware, and Glassware. A f"H stock always kept of these goods. Very good value. The following arc worth notice: lmproverpent in Table Knife HandlesTIIE HOLDFAST (PATENT SHOULDER.)" Xyolonite Handles—Dessert size Table size cs. —Dessert size £8.(0 per dozen Table size558 words
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Advertisement237 1897-12-03 2 DEWAR'S CELEBRATED WHISKY. The Lancet.—"This is a good, pure and wholv-some spirit." The SOO trainn. Singularly mellow, thoroughly matured, and ot the inostdeli* eate flavour." The Morning Advertiser.—" Thoroughly matured, fragrant to the nose, and delicious to the palate." The Freemans's Journal.—■" Is excellent in quality and very pleasant to237 words
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Advertisement68 1897-12-03 2 RAFFLES TIFFIN ROOKS AND International Bodega (Raffles Place.) Wines of the best quality. S&bih? mi PIIOTOQ R A PHE RS, (Corner of Hill Street and Stamford Road) Singapore Views and types from Singapore, vSiaiii, Sumatra and Native Slates. Studio open from 7a. in. to 5 p. m. All dru£H and68 words
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Advertisement58 1897-12-03 2 Regular Consignment* of drugs and patent medicines &c. from their London agent unable th: Singapore Dispensary, Li.mU-d, to offer .11 good, freah, Hn<i t raodei ate price's, congwteut with first -|,ial.ty only. .Wop™ re d«p .tuhed lo all pari, of .he town and B ob..rlw every morning and afternoon: that58 words
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Advertisement24 1897-12-03 2 CHOLEUA, typhoid, and :«1« l!l eases averted by the use of Ever)" kind of them art' k'!'* 1 Singapore Dispensary, M), k- 1 [A.DVI]24 words
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372 1897-12-03 3 T' p following are details of the i i.ti inous delivery system introduced n Calcutta, in the General Post Office the preparation of mails for ■••livery on the Postmen's beats will bctltne continuously throughout tlie •lax, from the arrival of the first mail in t'.ie372 words
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Article902 1897-12-03 3 YKSTERDAT Tan Ah Tons fell in'o the hands of the ipolice for annexing a piece of iron from a store iu liiver Valley Road. A bundle of European clothing was found last inside the gateway of No. 7J.Middle Road. The police would be to find an owner902 words
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Article284 1897-12-03 3 Under the distinguished patronage of His Excellency the Governor. The proprietors of the Adelpbi Hall having generously placed that building at th« disposal of the Committee for providing a good and substantial Christinas dinner to the poor, a first meeting of the ladies and284 words
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Article77 1897-12-03 3 On London. Bunk 4 m/s 1/11} demand 1/11§ Private credits 3 tn/s 2/ documents 3 rn/s 2/- 1/16 credits 6 m/ 5... 2/—i On India. B&Dk demand 155 On Hongkong. Bank demand o/o prem. On Yokohama. Bank demand 5 o/o prem. On Java. Bank demand 118 Private 30 d/s77 words
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Article83 1897-12-03 3 W. EGERTON - W. EGERTON Deputy President, Municipal Commissioners. Municipal Office, Robinson Road, Singapore, 2nd December, 1897- JJ*OTICK is hereby given that the following person has been validly nominated an a Candidate for election as a Municipal Commissioner for the Central (No. 2) Ward of the Singapore Municipality >»t the election83 words
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Article216 1897-12-03 3 J. POLGLASE - By Order. J. POLGLASE Municipal Secretary. Municipal Office, Robinson Road Singapore, 3rd December 1897. f FENDERS are invited under the following heads for supplies to the Munieipality of Singapore, for one year from Ist January, ***** viz 1. Timber. 2. Bakau and Binta*'gore Rollers, Kasso aud Sticks, Flooring216 words
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Article134 1897-12-03 3 J. POLGLASE - By Order J. POLGLASE Municipal Secretary. Municipal Office, Robinson Road, Singapore, 30th November, 1897. f lIE Municipal Commissioners of I Singapore invite applications for the offices of, (a) fct«n ekeeper, (b) Workshop Superintendent. The Storekeeper must have had previous experience in similar empl«ymeut. Salary $lOO per month with134 words
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Article21 1897-12-03 3 "VI R. N. LAZARUS, Oculist-Opticftn of London and Calcutta, may be consulted for SPECTACLES, at the RAFFLES ILTKL, (NO SI).21 words
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Article62 1897-12-03 3 RENDERS will he received at the Colonial Secretary's Office, up to the Vint December, 1897, for making clothing for the Police Dep;irtment, Singapore, for the year 1898. Patterns f»r clothing, and full information, can be obtained at the Chief Police Office, Singapore. The Government do»-s not bind itself62 words
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Article73 1897-12-03 3 RENDERS will be received at the Coloniiil Secretary's Office up to the2lst December, 1897, for the supply of 1,200 pairs, more or less, of canvas boots to (be Singapore Police Force, from Ist January to 31st December, 189 S. A sample may be seen on application to the73 words
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Article130 1897-12-03 3 J. POLGLASE - By order. J. POLGLASE Municipal Secretary Assessor Municipal Office, Robinson Road, Singapore, llth November, 1897. NOTICE is hereby given that the Assessment List containing the annual valuation of and amount of Assessment to be levied on all houses and buildings situated within the Municipality of Singapore for the130 words
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Article230 1897-12-03 3 W. EGERTON - W. EGERTON Deputy President, Municipal CommisMonets Municipal Office, Robinson Road, Singapore, llth November, 1897. NOTICE is hereby given that in terms of Sections So and 37, of the Municipal Ordinance No. XV of 1896 an election of one Commissioner for Central (N0.2) Ward of the Town of Singapore230 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement19 1897-12-03 3 (M rfuniery always in stnok 'V- n I dispensary, 40 Riffles rfunioa from the best and 4 MAKERS. [ADTVJ19 words
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Advertisement31 1897-12-03 3 Ship Captains can have their medicine chests refilled or get new ones comj plere withdrugs of the first qnnl ty from th* Sinf,"i| M, re Dispensary, 40 ii ffleA dlace, [AOVTJ31 words
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Advertisement122 1897-12-03 3 MAILS WILL CLOSE. TO-MORROW. Penang. C. Hock, Kiam, Ip. m. Penang an<l Deli. Calypso, 2p. m, Hongkong Shanghai A Japan, Java, 3p. m. Batavia, Cheribon, andSamarang, Penang, 3p. m. Bangkok, Borneo. 3p. m, Hongiong Shanghai Japan, Hector, 3p. m. SamarangAt Sonrabaya Hapeh] 3 p.m. Malacca, Port. Dickson, and Klang. Shapplio,122 words
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Advertisement187 1897-12-03 3 James Motion Co, G^onomftfrs. Watchmakers, Jewellers, Naulica Instruments, §'c., fy'cShips Compass Adjusters Sfc., Bfc, Opposite the Post Office, Diamond Jeweljery, Gold JewelleryGold, Silver and Nickle Watches, Clocks, Plated Ware, and Silver Goods, Lan Fong Co. No. 19, High Street Tailors and General Outfitters. Give a European cut, and tho most187 words
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Advertisement254 1897-12-03 3 THE PHILLIPINE BAND. JULIAN VILLANNEVA, ex Bandmaster of the Santa Ocitia Bund, begs to inform the Public tliut he has oiganised a small party of musicians to pi a j at evening parties, dinners, parden assemblies, and tennia tournaments, on the most inodemfo terms. Address No. 159, Queeu Street. It254 words
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Advertisement263 1897-12-03 3 CHRISTMAS 4b HBW YBAB, FUBSBKTS. A CHOICE STOCK JUST RECEIVED. M. C. S. Moharaed Co, 8, High Street, Singapore. Diamond Merchants Mounters. Manufacturers in Gold silver: Jewellers. CHARGES MODERATE Solid Gold Silver Ornaments from China India. Rings, Bracelets, Earrings, Brooches, Heckles* Pendant*, 6carfpins, Seta with Diamonds, Rubier Emeralds, Pearls, Opals,263 words
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Advertisement697 1897-12-03 4 Powell Co., Singapore. FURNITURE MANUFACTURERSThe following notices are taken roui the Singapore Press.: The Hongkong and Shanghai Bank A l».inJH.mie carved teak screen, nearly *0 feet l"iig and six f« <'t high, with castiron grills (taring the monogram of the Haute in gilt letters, marks "If the Cashier s department,697 words
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Advertisement262 1897-12-03 4 HUTTENBACH BROS. CO. Chubb's IRON SAFES AND LOCK, The best in the world. Apollinaris Water, Tlie queen of table waters, a most healthy and refreshing drink in tropical countries. $l7 00 per case of 100 gtaM bottles. stf.so lif. 50 stone Perrier Jouet Co.'s CHAMPAGNE, A high class wino of262 words
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Advertisement242 1897-12-03 4 THE DISPENSARY, A LARGE AND VARIED STOCK OF Drugs, Chemicals, Perfumery, Photographic Requisites, Toilet -A.ppurtenan.ces, ALL OF FIRST CLASS QUALITY, Vide issue of the OF THE 4TH AUGUST, 1897, and following days, for detailed particulars Dote Address: THS BISPBHSAET No. 43, BATTERY ROAD. A. MACKAY, Manager JT. &T©S CO., MILLLWRIGHTS,242 words
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Advertisement75 1897-12-03 4 Katz Bros., Limited. Are now showing their New ToysGames of every description, Rocking Horses, Children's Tricycles, Christmas Trees, Christmas Tree Ornaments, Musical Toys, Musical Boxes. Also a Large stock of Christmas Cards, Christmas Presents in great variety. SPECIAL NOTICE CasiL Clearance Sale. Commences on December 1st. KATZ B&OS., LIMITED, SINGAPORE.75 words
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Advertisement523 1897-12-03 4 ANTED —Board and lodging quiet family near i 4 English Gentleman, of qu i et d( y Tonus accordance with requirementa. la 4 CIhE, c/o Mi']- day Hrrsld The Hammond TypeWriter Eclipses all others WT S S-s-a 0/ 14 rfi/emi/ E. M. LYOX 4- Co., Battery Koad. JOSEPH BAKER, CoNFECTIOKER523 words
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