Singapore Daily Times, 13 December 1877
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Title Section12 1877-12-13 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XVIIT. SINGAPORE, THURSDAY, 13tii DECEMBER, 1877. No. 13,35212 words
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P. & O. Company.
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Article, Illustration454 1877-12-13 1 >ffices —D’Almeida Street. Godowns— At New Harbour. Tub following aie tnc dates on which rh- Company’s Contract Mail Steamers m*y be expected to airive here in 1877 Octwabd. Homeward Tuesday 9th Jan. Wednesday 10th Jan. 23rd 24th 6th Feb. 7th Feh. 20th 21st 6th454 words
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Article147 1877-12-13 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achilles. AntenorDiomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Priam. Anchises. Sabpedon. Orestes. Hector. Stehtor. Menelaus. Teucer. The Coy’s St« amers are despate bed from Livei pool outwards for Straits and China, aud from Shanghai homewards for Londun eveiy ten days, and have accon modatirn for first147 words
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Article317 1877-12-13 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may be expected to arrive here during the current year:— Outward. Homeward. 1877 1877 Wednesday, ,7 T an. Thursday, 18 Jan. 3, 30 1 Feb. >i 1. F,.b. 15 do >, 1 March 1,1317 words
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101 1877-12-13 1 THe steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, M oulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta during th e current year at the undernoted dates Monday, Jan. Bth. Saturday July 14th. 22nd. 28th. Fehry. sth. Aug. 11th. 19th 25tb. March sth. Sept.101 words
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188 1877-12-13 1 Mail service to Malacca, Lingy, Klang, Salangore, Durian Sabatang (Perak), and Pinang. The Steamers of the above Company will leave Singapore and Penang fortnightly,—leaving Pinang immediately after arrival of the English mail, commencing about 3rd June, and returning from Singapore 48 hours after arrival. The188 words
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736 1877-12-13 1 Thf Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore and Bat: via every fortnight, leaving Singapore 21 hours aftei the arrival of the English Mail from home. Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Money, First (-lass. From Singapore to Batavia I736 words
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Insurance.
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397 1877-12-13 1 Capital, £500,000, with power to increase. {lst issue at par £IOO,OOC 2nd do at ssprem £125, 00C 3rd, do ’at 10s j»rem.£lso,ooo the £75,000 premiums on shares being availl A% Jfrjiht. JMintl'MWi »»a ■mo'Company s business. Tbe success of this Company is397 words
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Article71 1877-12-13 1 Capital 1,500,000. Paid-up 133,332. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. Jardine 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 8100,000 on each bottom, and on the Block and71 words
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97 1877-12-13 1 HEAD OFFICE, LIVERPOOL. Robert Galloway, Esq., Chairman. George C. Frames, Esq. Deputy-Chairman. Underwriters. Herbert B. Brayne, Esq., Liverpool. Charles T. Manley, Esq., London. Secretaries. James Paul, Esq., Liverpool. Anthony Radcliffe, Esq., London. OFFICES IN LIVERPOOL, 20 A 21, Exchange Buildings East. OFFICES IN LONDON,97 words
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47 1877-12-13 1 SCHAFT, BERLIN. (Berlin Cologne Fire Insurance Company, Limited, Berlin.) The undersigned, having been appointed General Agents of the above Company are prepared to take Fire Insurance Risks at tne current rates of premium. RAUTENBERG, SCHMIDT A CO. Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. u. c47 words
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Article43 1877-12-13 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon every description of property at the current Rates of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1876, £248,980,367., Tbe jurisdiction of Local Tribunals reI cognised. Singapore Agents. MARTIN. DYCE A CO. Singapore, Ist January, 1877. (u.c.)43 words
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Article41 1877-12-13 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Company, and are prepared to take risks upon cargo on the customary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (u. c.)41 words
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44 1877-12-13 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 one life. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. u c44 words
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192 1877-12-13 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings, Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, 60Gracechurch Street, London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman a J!T Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq M. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The secnrity offered by the Queen,,192 words
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64 1877-12-13 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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56 1877-12-13 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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90 1877-12-13 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 authorij ty to90 words
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Article23 1877-12-13 1 Capital £1,000,000. CHIEF OFFKfIW. f London 79, Cornixill E. 0. Edinburgh, 91 Geobqi Stbhkt. I ft ft ft M23 words
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52 1877-12-13 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 A 00. Singapore, Ist April,52 words
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43 1877-12-13 1 ALLAINCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,900.000 Sierling Extension of Limits. One F rat class risk S 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS A 00. Agents. Singapore. 17th Dec., 1875. (u. c.)43 words
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99 1877-12-13 1 Established 1840, and Empowered by Spe cial Act of Parliament. Capital One Million. Life Assurances of every description granted. Retiring Provisions combined with Life Assurance. Free Policies issued which can never altogether lapse through non-payment of premiums. No extra99 words
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50 1877-12-13 1 The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to issue Policies covering Marine Risks on good» to all partof the world. Policies payable one month after due notice and proof of loss is given. HOOGLANDT A CO.) Singapore, 5th April, 1866. (n. c.)50 words
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69 1877-12-13 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 for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to Europe69 words
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82 1877-12-13 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated bt Royal Chartbr.) Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Paid-up Capital 250,000 Fire Reserve Fund... 31st Dec., 1876... £796,747 Fire Premium Reserve 286,021 Total Fire Reserves ,,1,082,768 Income of the Fire Department, Net Premiums and Interest... 916,646 The undersigned, Agents for82 words
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56 1877-12-13 1 Bonus Year. Next distribution at the close of 1877 Policies opened this year will be included in the distribution about to be made. The Bonus of 1872 gave an addition of £l, per cent per annum to the sum assured. HARRISON A CO., Agents56 words
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217 1877-12-13 2 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman—Alexander Ronaldson.Esq Vice Chairman—J AS. NlCOL Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, f.i.a. CHIEF OFFICES: (50 West Georoe Glasgow Street. Edinburgh, 17 George Street. f 2 King William London, Street. (Oriel Chambers, Liverpool, Water Street. Manchester 47 Brown217 words
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Article105 1877-12-13 2 Capital, Two Millions Sterling. OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester —Exchange Street. Liverpool —28, Exchang Street East. Birmingham —12, Bennett’s Hill. London —10, Cornhill. Glasgow —1, South Hanover Street. Bristol —50, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd, Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Coston,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland,105 words
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297 1877-12-13 2 LONDON LANCASHIRE LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY. Capital—£100,000. HEAD OFFICE IN INDIA 136 CANNING 8TREET, CALCUTTA, With Agencies at Bombay, Madras, Singapore, Colombo, and all the Principal Towns in India. CONSIDERABLE REDUCTION IN RATES OF PREMIUM FOR INDIA. The Directors of the London and Lancashire” have the pleasure to announce that, after297 words
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103 1877-12-13 2 Capital 12,000,000 Paid-up 400,000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jar dine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, Eaq. Messrs. Melchers. 4 Co.) J. P. Barnes Messrs Holliday.Wise 4 Co.) A. T. Manger, iMeears.Douglas,Lapraik4Co.) H. Nicaiae, (Borneo Company Ltd.) J. J. doe103 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement60 1877-12-13 1 NETHERLANDS INDIA DISCOUNT COMPANY. The undersigned, having been appointd A gents (by Power of Attorney dated Bata* via, 19th June, 1869) to the above Company, are authorised to grant and bay bill* on Java, discount acceptances, give money in loan on securities and generally tc represent said Bank at this60 words
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144 1877-12-13 2 Capital £1.600.000. Paid up and Invested 700.000 Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Riclwrd J. Ashton. Esq. Alf'pd Goueer. Esq. Thomss G. Rnrelsv, William Hawthorn, Rohort O. L. Bevan. George Itihhert, Peroival Boianquet, Samuel Hrde. James Brand, William Lvall. Charles Care. Charles Marry a I.144 words
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Article43 1877-12-13 2 The S.R. JAPAN" Captain DeSmidt* left Hongkong on the 11th and may be expected here on the 17th instant for Penang and Calcutta. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES MOSES. Agents. Singapore, Pith Dec 1877. to 17th Dec.43 words
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Article35 1877-12-13 2 The S. R. HINDOSTAN Captain Mactavish. from Calcutta, for Hongkong, is expected here about the 25th instant. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES MOSES. Agents. Singapore, 12th Dec 1877. to 25th Dec.35 words
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52 1877-12-13 2 The B.I.S.N. Co’s. Steamer ARABIA will leave for above ports on Monday, 17th December, at 3 p. m. from the roads. For freight or passage, apply to HAMILTON, GRAY Co Agents B. I. S. N. Co. j Singapore, 12th Dec. 1877. to 17th52 words
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STRAITS TIMES THURSDAY, DEC. 13TH, 1877.
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Article145 1877-12-13 2 LATEST MArvUET yiKITATH »NS. Singapore 13th Dec., 1877. Gambier < 4.45. nominal Black Pepper 7.50. do White Pepper 13.50 do 3ago Flour, Sarawak 3.42$. Pearl Sago 3.90 Ooffee, Bontyne 20.75. Tin 19.25. 40s. Mule twist 98. 91 lbs. Shirtings 1.57$. 7 do do 1.37$. 6 do T.145 words
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Article2287 1877-12-13 2 (For Straits Times.) The War in Bi i/jaria. Further details regarding the fall of Plevna. London, 11 th Dec. —Gha/.i Osman attempted to pierce the Russian lines in the direction of Widdin but after a heroic struggle, attended with great slaughter, was compelled to capitulate. The prisoners captured2,287 words
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Article1175 1877-12-13 3 We take the following items from our Indian exchanges by last mail:— THE FAMINE. The Bombay Famine may now almost be considered at an end. There are only about 30,000 people on relief work, and the number is decreasing largely every week. In Madras there are 363,2981,175 words
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Correspondence.
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Article530 1877-12-13 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sir,—We have now before us the Shorthand Report of the discussion in Council regarding the Cricket Pavilion on the Esplanade, and it appears to me that one very important element in it, in fact, the important element in the whole case,530 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement599 1877-12-13 2 ilrtn aabtrtistmfnts. HONGKONG ANT) SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid tip Capital 5,000.000 Dollars. Reserve Fund 650.000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman. —H Hoppius. E«q. >i Messrs. Siemsseti Ar C O 'Deputy Chairman. —F. D. Sassoon. Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A Co.) E R. R' I.TLIOS, Esq. Wm H. Forbes.599 words
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Advertisement732 1877-12-13 2 NOTICF. Notice is hereby given that Loh Ah Chung of Singapore, clerk, is no longer in our service, or authorised by us to draw, accept, or endorse any bill or note, or purchase. or sell goods, or to contract on credit or otherwise, on our behalf or in the name732 words
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Advertisement600 1877-12-13 2 NOTICE Is hereby given that Lim Gim Seng is no longer in my chop of Soon Cheang Ho, North Bridge Road, as pawnbroker, or authorised by me to draw or accept any bill or note, or sell goods, or to contract or otherwise on my behalf or in my chops600 words
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Notices.
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62 1877-12-13 3 The N. I. S. N. Co., steamer ATJEH.’ 1,509 tons register, will leave Batavia for above ports on 14th December. The ATJEH will leave Singapore for Batavia during the first week in December. For Freight or passage apply to HAMILTON, GRAY A CO., Agents, N.62 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article69 1877-12-13 3 Wednesday, 12th December. Danish barque Michelle Selchau, 447 tons, Geistenberg commander, Swatow 1st Dec. consignees Kumpers A Co. Thursday, 13th December. British barque Star of the South, 665 tons, Balinan commander London 15th August, consignees Paterson Siui >ns Co. Dutch steamer Ophir, 332 tons, Cramer commander, Rhio 13th Dec.,69 words
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Article46 1877-12-13 3 Wednesday, 12th December. British steamer America, Graham, for Labuan. British steamer Pearl, Munk, for Saigon. British steamer Vidar, Barrow, for Bally, Macassar 4 Palopa. Russian barque Condor, Lonngreti, for Rangoon. British ship Carrick Castle. Dodds, for Penang. German barque Admiral, Warns, for Rangoon.46 words
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Article1144 1877-12-13 3 1 1 Data ni' s Names cai tains. iiao A Rio. lof ar- a here From| Where Lying onsignees or Agents. Destination. r RIVALS YTEN-OF-W A 1 Palcmbang Stakman H.N.M.’sstr Oct. 20 Acheen 'Victoria Dock H.N.M.’s Consul General. Acheen Boni Smits H.N.M.’s str. 150 Nov. 171,144 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement234 1877-12-13 3 NOTICE. An English lady, for three years resident as Governess with a family in Batavia, desires a reengagement, towards February in the Straits Settlements, China, or Japan. Can instruct thoroughly in English, French, Music, Drawing and the rudiments of Singing. Address stating terms M. 8., ca*-e of W. T. Fraser,234 words
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Advertisement286 1877-12-13 3 NOTICE. To Parents desirous of sending their children to England A comfortable home, with maternal care, is offered in a small family residing in Cheshire. Good references given and required. Terms £100 per annum Address A. B.” Straits Times Office. Singapore, 26th Nov. 1877. to 26th Dec. NOTICE. Thk undersigned286 words
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Advertisement271 1877-12-13 3 TO BE LET. Eutrance from Ist Proximo. Th Shops recently erected in Battery Road, at the corner of Collyer Quay. For further particulars, apply to A L. JOHNSTON CO. ore, 15th June, 1877. u. c. NOTICE. Thi undersigned offer for sale Pianos by M F. Rachai.s Co., which have lately271 words
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Advertisement281 1877-12-13 3 FOR SALE. An elegant Barouche, with all the latest improvements, quite new, built by Laubie A Marner, Oxford Street, London, apply to POWELL A CO. u. c. Auctioneers. NOTICE. Nouvbautes De Paris. TOYS! TOYS!! TOYS!!! We have received and unpacked our usual stock of toys for Christmas and New Year.281 words
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Docks.
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706 1877-12-13 4 Th* works of the Company are situated v at Taniong 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,706 words
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190 1877-12-13 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 feci Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving190 words
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70 1877-12-13 4 Capital 10,000,000 Francs. The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, a|re prepared to take risks upon cargo by sjteamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. 33J o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks70 words
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254 1877-12-13 4 RENEWAL OF SERVICE Between JAVA fi AUSTRALIA. 1 under contract frith the Governments of Netherlands India and South Australia. This service will be resumed in 1877 and five voyage* performed each year; the departnres of the steamers from254 words
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46 1877-12-13 4 Established 1836. I Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. I The Aeent in S ngapore is prepared to issue Policies and to accept risks by first class sailing vessels and steamers. H. W. ULOTH, Acting Agent. Singapore, 1st June, 1877, (u. o.)46 words
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72 1877-12-13 4 Cap tal, £250,<300, fully subscribed, CHIEF OFFICE; HANLEY London Office 106 Cannon St. E. 0. The undersigned have been appointed Agents in Singapore for this Company and are now prepared to accept Fire Risks of every description at the rates of Premium current here. Forms,72 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement17 1877-12-13 4 FOR SALE. A supply of The Natural Bitter-water of Friedrichshall.G. HIEBER A CO. Singapore, 24th Nov., 1877.17 words
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Advertisement742 1877-12-13 4 Tailors W Special by Appointment To H. E. The Governor. Sir William C. P. Rob'nson. k. c. m. o. Sayi.e A Co. Civil Naval and Mililary Tailors Ac. Are now unpacking Ex S. S. GLENLYON.” A small parcel of thin West of England Tweeds. Drab Bedford Cord for Riding Trousers742 words
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Advertisement681 1877-12-13 4 VICTORIA HOUSE. ROBINSON A CO. Milliners, Drapers, Haberdashers, Hosiers, Dress-makers and Gentlemen’s Outfitters. Have always on hand. Black and colored Silks in Gros grains and Glacis. Black and colored Moire Antiques. Black and colored Broch6 Silks for dinner dresses. Colored Foulard and washing Silks. Black, white and colored Satins for681 words
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Advertisement531 1877-12-13 4 ffltsttllantous. JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers of European, China, Japan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Clock Makers; Jewellers and Goldsmiths; WINE, SPIRIT AND PROVISION MERCHANTS. Outfitting Department. Gentlemen'8 outfixts made up on the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large Btock of fine531 words
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Advertisement657 1877-12-13 4 Glassware and Crockery. Wine glasses, Tumblers, Ac Glass Table ornaments of all kinds. Dinner Services. Dessert, do. Tea do. Toilet Sets. Chamber Sets. Hardware. Hollow wnre of a’l kin'ls, patent, and common: Locks of all kinds, Holt*: Platform Scales; Iron of sizes. Cricketine Materials Ac. A Great Variety of Paraffin657 words
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Advertisement255 1877-12-13 4 MASON A CO.’S HARNESS. For Sale at G. HIEBER A CO. Pony harness, plated mountings. Horse do. do. do. Pair horse do. do. do. Also. A few harness brass mounted riding whips. Gentlemen's saddles. Pony do. The undersigned have received an invoice of excellent. Bordeaux wines. Breakfast. Claret. Dinner Claret.255 words
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