Singapore Daily Times, 14 December 1877
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Title Section12 1877-12-14 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XVIII. SINGAPORE, FRIDAY, 14th DECEMBER, 1877. No. 13,35312 words
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P. & O. Company.
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Article, Illustration465 1877-12-14 1 Offices—D’Almeida Street. Godowns—At New Harbour. The following are tnc dates on which the Company’s Contract Mail Steamers may be expected to arrive here in 1877 Outward. Homeward Tuesday 9th Jan. Wednesday 10th Jan. 23rd 24th 6th Feb. 7th Feb. 20th 21st 6th Mar. 7th465 words
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Article149 1877-12-14 1 AGAMEMNON. U LYBBEB. Ajax. Patkoclus. ACHILLEB. AnTENOB. Diomid. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Priam. Ancbises. SaRPEDON. OREBTEB. Hector. Stentor. Menelaus. Teucer. The Coy’s St* amers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accon medati* n for149 words
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Article317 1877-12-14 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Mari times may be expected to arrive here during the current year Outward. Homeward. 1877 1877 Wednesday, jy jan. Thursday, 18 Jan. 3-i d° 1 Feb. 1a F«b- 15 do do 1 March 1. March317 words
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100 1877-12-14 1 THe steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore lor Malacca, Penang, M oulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta during th e current year at the undernoted dates Monday, Jan. Bth. Saturday July 14th. 22nd. 28th. Febry. sth. Aug. 11th. 19th. 25th. March sth. Sept.100 words
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188 1877-12-14 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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752 1877-12-14 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore and Bat;, via every fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours aftei j the arrival of the English Mail from home. Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Monet, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia752 words
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Insurance.
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397 1877-12-14 1 Capital, £500,000, with power to increase. fist issue at par £100,00( 2nd do at 5* prem £125,00C 3rd do at 10* prem.£150,000 the £75.000 premiums on shares being available for the maintenance and extension of the Company’s business. The success of this397 words
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Article72 1877-12-14 1 Capital 1,500,000. Paid-up 133,332. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Aoents. 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 $lOO,OOO on each bottom, and on the Block and72 words
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97 1877-12-14 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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45 1877-12-14 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. c45 words
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Article58 1877-12-14 1 E8TABLI8HED 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every description of property at the current Kates of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1876. £248,980,367. Claims arranged by the Local Agents, i aD f‘P a,d Wlt b promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents, MARTIN,58 words
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Article42 1877-12-14 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 A CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (u. c.)42 words
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44 1877-12-14 1 Capital 2,000.000. FUND8 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. Lifi dkpartmknt Limit *2,000, on one life. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. (u. c.)44 words
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197 1877-12-14 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings, Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, 60Gracechurch Street, London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman 1 William Hind, Esqre. j Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq m. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The197 words
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64 1877-12-14 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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57 1877-12-14 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 us usd discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages and on risks to Europe and America. REME57 words
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93 1877-12-14 1 Financial Position (1875.) Subscibed Capital £3,*****0. Accumulated Funds 1,778.,000. Annual Revenue from Fire Premiums 313,000. Life 133.000. ii 99 99 Interest upon Invested Funds *****. The undersigned have to announce that they are the duly appointed Agents for this Company in Singapore; with93 words
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Article29 1877-12-14 1 Capital £1.000.000. CHIEF OFFICES. London 79, Cornhill E. 0. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOU8TEAD A CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (n. c.)29 words
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52 1877-12-14 1 Established 1821. Subscribed Capital £2.000.^0 Total Invested Funds, upwards of 3,000.uo« 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 CO. Singapore, 1st April,52 words
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42 1877-12-14 1 ALLAINCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY. LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sierling Extension op 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.l42 words
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99 1877-12-14 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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49 1877-12-14 1 The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to issue Policies covering Marine Risks on goodt to all paefc*of the world. Policies payable one month after dne notice and proof of loss is given. HOOGLANDT A CO.) Singapore, 5th April,1866. (u. c.)49 words
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69 1877-12-14 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 fox coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to Europe69 words
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82 1877-12-14 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated bt Royal Charter.) 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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57 1877-12-14 1 Bonus Year. N ext 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 ot £l, Der cent per annum to the sum assured. HARRISON A CO.,57 words
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218 1877-12-14 2 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Steeling. Chairman —Alexander Ronaldson.Esq Vice Chairman —Jab. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. AMBROSE SMITH, P.I.A. CHIEF OFFICES: f 50 West George 0“ 880W 1 Street. Edinburgh, 17 George Street. C 2 King William < Oriel Chambers, Liverpool, Water Street.218 words
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104 1877-12-14 2 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester— Exchange Street. Liverpool— 2B, Exchang Street East. Birmingham— l 2, Bennett’s Hill. London— lo, Comhill. Glasgow —4, South Hanover Street. Bristol— so, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd, Esq. (Messrs.ToddACoston,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN104 words
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287 1877-12-14 2 LONDON LANCASHIRE LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY. Capital—£100,000. HEAD OFFICE IN INDIA136 CANNING STREET, 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, after due287 words
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102 1877-12-14 2 Capital 32,000,000 Paid-up 400,000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, E*j. iW Melcbera, A Co.) J. P. Barnes Messrs Holliday,Wise A Co.) A. T. Manger, (MeMn.Doogfau.LapniAACo.) H. Nicaiae, (Borneo Company Ltd.) J. J. doe Ketnedioe,102 words
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138 1877-12-14 2 Capital £1,600,000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard J. Ashton, Esq. Alfred Gouger, Esq. Thomas O. Barclay, William Hawthorn, Robert C. L. Be van, George Hibbert, Percival Bosanquet, 1 Samuel Hyde, James Brand, William Trail, Charles Cave. Charles Marrynt. George138 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement61 1877-12-14 1 NETHERLANDS INDIA DISCOUNT COMPANY. The undersigned, having been appointde A gents (by Power of Attorney dated Bata* via, 19th June, 1869) to the above Company* are authorised to grant and buy bills on Java, discount acceptances, give money in loan on securities and generally tc repre* sent said Bank at61 words
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Article38 1877-12-14 2 The Spanish Steamer "CADIZ,’' Captain Echeita, due here on the 17th inst., has room for cargo for the above port, which can now be engaged. E. H. HINNEKINDT, Agents. Singapore, 7th Dec., 1877, (to 17th inst.)38 words
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Article36 1877-12-14 2 The S. S. HINDOSTAN Captain Mactavirh. from Odcutta, for Hongkong, is expected here about the 25th instant. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES. Agents. Singapore, 12th Dec 1877. to 25th Dec.36 words
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Article43 1877-12-14 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, 12th Dec 1877. to 17th Dec.43 words
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STRAITS TIMES FRIDAY, DEC. 14TH, 1877.
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Article410 1877-12-14 2 Singapore 14th Dec., 1877. Gambier 3 4.45. nominal Black Pepper 7.50. do White Pepper 13.50 do Sago Flour, Sarawak 3.42 J. Pearl Sago 3.90 Coffee, Bontyne 20.75. Tin 19-25. 40s. Mule twist 98. 81 lbs. Shirtings 1-574. 7 do do 1.37 J. 6 do T. Cloth 1.10.410 words
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Article1542 1877-12-14 2 The last meeting of Council must be acknowledged to have been a very lively one, and the report of the proceedings, long as it is, is full of interest to thef public generally. |t is a subject, perhaps, for some disappointment, that the Acting1,542 words
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Article1885 1877-12-14 3 Ui'B friends, the Chinese—whom our paternal Government would make us believe so sadly require protection—revelled in a gala yesterday. Or, rather, a portion of them, —the Hokiens—figured in the procession, which for grandeur and show vied with any which might be held in China. Gods would appear1,885 words
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Correspondence.
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404 1877-12-14 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sib,—It is seldom that the public hear of what is going on in Malacca, but thanks to the contribution of your correspondent we were favoured yesterday with the Minutes of the Municipal Commissioners’ proceedings in that benighted Settlement, in404 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement623 1877-12-14 2 HONGKONG ANT) SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capita] 5.000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund 650.000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman. —H. Hoppius, E«q. (it Messrs. Siemssen A Co.) Deputy Chairman. —F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons k Co.) E. R. B*lilios, Esq. Wm. H. Forbes. Esq. (of Messrs. Russell623 words
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Advertisement820 1877-12-14 2 NOTICE. Is hereby given that Lim Gim Peng is no longer in my chop of Soon Cheang Ho, North Bridge Road, as pawnbroker, or authorised by me to draw or accept a ny bill or note, or sell goods, or to contract or otherwise on my behalf or in my820 words
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Advertisement565 1877-12-14 2 Ex: S. S. “GLENGYLE.” Sayle Co., have just unpacked. Childrens’ Toys a small lot assorted; Dressed and Wax Dolls; Xmas and Birthday Cards; Menu Cards; Cosaques, various; Fancy Articles suitable for Xuias presents; Letts’ family Washing Books; Bond's Marking Inks Cushion Cord Tassels Nottingham Lace Antimacassars and Toilet Covers; Black565 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article48 1877-12-14 3 Thursday, 13th December. Italian barque Pietro G., 657 tons, Saleassino co nminder, Cardiff 16th Augt. Friday, 14tb December. H. N. M.’s steamer Boni, 200 tons, Smits commafider, Rhio 13tb Dec. consignee H. N. M.’s Consul General. German barque Ino, 344 tons, Matin commander. Bangkok 29th Nov. 148 words
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Article26 1877-12-14 3 Thursday, 13th December. British steamer Pakoam, Stratton, for Saigon. Dutch steamer Ophir, Cramer, for Sumatra ports. P. <& 0. steamer Gwalior. Babot, for Bombay.26 words
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Article1074 1877-12-14 3 L'ATl I I .1 •HIP'S N*mk» I'.rnm ag A Rio. op a* here From! WhereLyihh < oesioneeb or Aoems. Deetikatioh. j 'I RIVALS I >fTlW OP" rt A ,l i‘ Gtftkman H N M’s str. Oct. 20Acheen Victoria Dock H.N.M.’s Consul General. Acheen g IS Sll'.S.'1,074 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement264 1877-12-14 3 flout tS. NOTICE. The undersigned have been appointed Agents at Singapore for the sale of the celebrated Champagne. Heidsieck Co., Monopol (China'). Specially prepared for the China market. They have just received a Rupply, which they offer at $20 per case of one doz. quarts, and $21 per case of264 words
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Advertisement285 1877-12-14 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. The uudersigned285 words
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Advertisement300 1877-12-14 3 TO BE LET. Eutrance from 1st Proximo. The Shops recently erected in Battery Road, at the corner of Collyer Quay. For further particulars, apply to A L. JOHNSTON CO. Singapore, 15th June, 1877. u. c. bet 111 The by M. F. lately These of a climate cheapnes i by the300 words
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Advertisement272 1877-12-14 3 FOR SALE. An elegant Barouche, with all the lateat improvements, quite new, built by Laurie A Marner, Oxford Street, London, apply to POWELL A CO. a. c. Auctioneers. NOTICE. NouveauteB Dk Paris. TOYS! TOYS!! TOFS!!! We have received and unpacked our usual stock of toys for Christmas and New Year.272 words
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Docks.
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705 1877-12-14 4 The works of the Company are situated at Tanjong 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, and705 words
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191 1877-12-14 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 15J feci Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving191 words
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71 1877-12-14 4 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. 33$ o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyagee, and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
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242 1877-12-14 4 NETHERLANDS INDIA STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY LIMITED Head Office 13 Austin Friars, London. RENEWAL OF SERVICE Between JAVA A AUSTRALIA, under contract with the Governments of Netherlands India and South Australia. This service will be resumed in 1877 and five voyage* performed each year. the departures of the steamers from Batavia242 words
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44 1877-12-14 4 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £3W,000. The Agent 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. c.)44 words
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74 1877-12-14 4 Cap tal, £250,000, fully subscribed. CHIEF OFFICE: HANLEY London Office 100 Cannon St. E. C. The undersigned have been appointed Agents in Singapore for this Company and are now prepared to acoept Fire Risks of every description at the rates of Premium current here. Forms,74 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement17 1877-12-14 4 FOR SALE. A supply of The Natural Bitter-water of Friedrichshall. G. HIEBER CO. Singapore, 24th Nov., 1877.17 words
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Advertisement743 1877-12-14 4 Tailors a Special by Appointment To H. E. The Governor. Sir William C. F. Robinson, k. c. m. o. Sayle A Co. Civil Naval and Mililary Tailors «fv. Are now unpacking Ex S. S. GLENLTON.” A small parcel of thin West of England Tweed 8. j Drab Bedford Cord for743 words
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Advertisement662 1877-12-14 4 VICTORIA HOUSE. ROBINSON A 00. 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 for662 words
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Advertisement527 1877-12-14 4 I l I t I 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 outfiits made up on the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A527 words
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Advertisement653 1877-12-14 4 Glassware and Crockery. Wine glasses, Tumblers, Ac Glass Table ornaments of all kinds. Dinner Services. Dessert do. Tea do. Toilet Seta. Chamber Sets. Hardware. Hollow wire of all kinds, patent and common; Locks of all kinds, Holts; Platform Scales; Iron Bedsteads, of sizes. Cricketing Materials Ac. A Great Variety of653 words
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Advertisement255 1877-12-14 4 MASON A CO.’S HARNESS. For Sale at G. HIEBER Sc 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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