Singapore Daily Times, 31 December 1877
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Title Section12 1877-12-31 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XVIII SINGAPORE, MONDAY. 31st DECEMBER, 1877. No. 13,36512 words
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P. & O. Company.
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Article, Illustration482 1877-12-31 1 Offices —D’Almeida Street. Godowns —At New Harbour. Tvs foßovtaic »t. tnc dates on which the Oompaoj'e Contract Mai] Steamer, may be expected to arriee here in 1877 Ourwann. I Hoxixilu Tuesday Bth Jan. Wednesday 10th Jan. 23rd 24th 6th Feb. 7th Feb. 20th a482 words
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Article146 1877-12-31 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achillas. Antenor. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Priam. Anchises. Sarpedon. Orestes. Hector. Stentor. Menelaus. Teucer. The Coy’s St* amers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London eveiy ten days, and have accon modatkn for first and146 words
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Article300 1877-12-31 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may he expected to arrive here during the current year Outward. Homeward. 1877 1877 Wednesday, -17 Tan. Thursday, 18 Jan. 3i d<> 1 Feb V «b. 15 do h- Monday 2 sjfl l&'A.pril 2300.300 words
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97 1877-12-31 1 THe steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore ior Malacca, Penang, Moulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta during th e current year at the undernoted dates Monday, Jan. 8th. Saturday July 14th. 22nd. 28th. Febry. 5th. Aug. 11th. 19th. 25th. March 5th. Sept. 8th.97 words
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185 1877-12-31 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. The185 words
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453 1877-12-31 1 The Steamers of the above Company will nowplvbetween Singapore and Bat»via every fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours aftei the arrival of the English Mail from home. Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Money, First Class. From Singapore to i Batavia 46 Samarang.v 60453 words
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270 1877-12-31 1 This Company continues to perform the following regular services in the Indian Archipelago, under contract with the Netherlands Indian Government. From Singapore To Bata via... via Riouw and Muntok, and back, in correspondence with the mail steamers of the P. A O. Company every270 words
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Insurance.
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379 1877-12-31 1 Capital, £500,000, with power to increase. {1 st issue at par £100,000 2nd do at 5«prem £125,000 3rd do at 10s prem.£150,000 tho £75,000 -v-'minusswafamreWu" avail. Wri;i*f6r ihe >nAtnt«uanoe and 'extension of the Company’s business. The success of this Company is unprecedented379 words
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Article72 1877-12-31 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 $100,000 on each bottom, and on the Block and72 words
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96 1877-12-31 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,96 words
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44 1877-12-31 1 (Beblin-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. o44 words
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Article52 1877-12-31 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every description of property at the current Rates of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1876, £248,980,367. arranged by the Local Agents, wfth-prOmptrtnde and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents, MARTIN, DYCE A CO. jmgapore, 1st January, 1877.52 words
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Article42 1877-12-31 1 London Office, 2 old Broad 8trbet. 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 1877-12-31 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. Liri department: Limit £2,000, on one life. Singapore, 19th 8ept, 1877. (u. c.)44 words
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179 1877-12-31 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings, Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, 60Graosohurch Street, London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Eaqre. Chairman in London, Petti Mo Lagan, Esq Deputy Chairman, John T. £|jfail^Sam. 3 .."tI-t- is unraPpHBa. Paid up Capital 190,972 Fire Reserve Fund 77,538179 words
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64 1877-12-31 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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55 1877-12-31 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. KBME BROTHERS. Singapore,55 words
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89 1877-12-31 1 Financial Position (1875.) SubscibCd 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; x with authority to89 words
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Article20 1877-12-31 1 Capital £1.000.000. CHIEF OFFICES. London 79, Cornhill E. C. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singapore.20 words
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52 1877-12-31 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 Wen appointep Agents at Singapore and are prepared to issue policies against Fire on the utua terms. PATERSON. SIMONS A 00. Singapore, Ist April,52 words
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42 1877-12-31 1 ALLAINCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sliehito 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 00. Agents. Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (u. c.)42 words
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90 1877-12-31 1 Established 1840, and Empowered by 8pe cial Act of ParliamenLCapital 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 extra charge90 words
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50 1877-12-31 1 The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to issue Policies covering Marine Risks on goods to all partot the world. Policies payable one month after due notice and proof of loss is given. HOOGLANDT A OO.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. (a. o.)50 words
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69 1877-12-31 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. 33f 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 1877-12-31 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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55 1877-12-31 1 Bonus Year. Next distribution at the close of 1877 Policies opened this year will be inoluded in the distribution about to be made. The Bonus of 1872 gave an addition o! £1, tier cent per annum to the sum assured. HARRISON CO., Agents. Singapore,55 words
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221 1877-12-31 2 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. chairman— Alexander Ronaldson, Esq Vice Chairman— Jas. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, f.LA. CHIEF OFFICES: f 50 West George Glasgow t Street. Edinburgh 17 Grorgi Stribt. f 2 King William Lohdos, J Street f Oriel Chambers,221 words
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Article82 1877-12-31 2 Capital, Two Millionb Sterling. OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester —Exchange Street. Liverpool —28, Exchang Street East. Birmingham —12, Bennett’s Hill. London —10, Cornhill. G lab sow 4, Sooth Hanover Street. Bristol —50, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHE8TRR. Jomn Todd, Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Coston,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL.82 words
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29 1877-12-31 2 LONDON LANCASHIRE LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY. Capital—£100,000. HEAD OFFICE IN INDLA136 CANNING STREET, CALCUTTA, With Agencies at Bombay, Madras, Singa- I pore, Colombo, and all the Principal Towns in India.29 words
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259 1877-12-31 2 The Directors of the London and Lancashire” hare the pleasure to announce that, after due consideration, they hare resolved to considerably reduce the Rates of Premium for India, both Ciril and Military. This redaction applies to all the Tables in the Company’s259 words
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104 1877-12-31 2 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-up 400,000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre. Eaq. Meeera. Melcberi, A Co.) J. f Bum (M«Mn. Holliday, Wi M A Co.) A. T. Mater, (Mesara.Douglaa.LapraikACo.) H. Wrsiaa, (Borneo Company Ltd.) J. J.104 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement60 1877-12-31 1 NETHERLANDS INDIA DISCOUNT COMPANY. The undersigned, haring been appointde A gents (by Power of Attorney dated Bata* via, 19th Jane, 1869) to the above Company 4 are authorised to grant and buy bills on Java, discount acceptances, give money in loan on securities and generally tc represent said Bank at60 words
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Article140 1877-12-31 2 Instituted 1803. Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard J. Ashton, Esq. j Alfred Gouqer, Esq. Thomas G. Barclay, 1 William Hawthorn, Robert C. L. Bevan, George Hibbert, Perciral Bosanquet, j Sam n el Hyde, >• James Brand, William Lyall, Charlea140 words
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STRAITS TIMES MONDAY, DEC. 31ST, 1877.
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164 1877-12-31 2 Gambier I 4.55. Black Pepper 7.47J. White Pepper 13.75. Sago Flour, Sarawak 3.35. Pearl Sago 4.00 Coffee, Bontyne >• 21.25. Tin..... 19.25. 40s. Mule twist 98. 31 lbs. Shirtings 1-571. 7 do do 1.371. 6 do T. Cloth 1.10. 7 do do 1.30.164 words
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1832 1877-12-31 2 Turkey soliciting the mediation of England. London 28 th December. —The Sultan of Turkey has solicited the mediation of the British Government with the Emperor of Russia, and the British Government has consented to the re- quest. Austria and Servia. Austria has warned Servia against1,832 words
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Article1295 1877-12-31 3 i It ia requested of oar contemporaries that in repro during these translation* their original appearance in the Strait* Tims* may be acknowledged.) Fire at Sea. In the ship Orinte. which arrived yesterday from Paluan in Mindoro, there have come hither the Captain and crew bf the German1,295 words
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Article591 1877-12-31 3 The Sydney Mail contains the following items of latest telegraphic news respecting the two Australian territories nearest us, the Northern Territory and Western Australia. It will be seen that our old Governor, Sir Harry Ord, had arrived in Western Australia, that he received a hearty reception, and that591 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement534 1877-12-31 2 Jitto aabertfsemntts. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund 650,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman. —H. Hoppius, Esq. (if Messrs. Siemsseii Co.) Deputy Chairman. —F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons Co.) E. R. Bflilios, Esq. Wm. H. Forbes, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell534 words
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Advertisement769 1877-12-31 2 TIMBER FOR SALE. A few large Sera yah Bata logs, 25 to 35 feet long, and 20 in. to 30 in. square. This is a superior quality of timber and can be cut in sizes, to suit purchasers. J. McLEAN. 25 Battery Road. Singapore, 24th Dec. 1877. to 3ist Dec.769 words
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Advertisement509 1877-12-31 2 NOTICE. Singapore Daily Advertiser. On January 2nd proximo will appear the first issue of the Singapore Daily Advertiser, containing the Advertisements, Shipping, Exchange and Produce Quota- i tions, Ac. Ac. of the day. Terms of advertising $1 per Inch for each week’s insertion. Standing Advertisements as per agreement. The Daily509 words
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Obituary16 1877-12-31 2 DIED. At Sourabaya, on the 21st instant, Minnie Anderson, infant Daughter of Alexander Johnston.16 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article140 1877-12-31 3 Saturday, 29th December. Dutch steamer Banda, 698 tons, Van Loenen commander, Sa- marang 25th Dec., consignees Hamilton Gray A Co. I German ship Prinz Albert, 591 tons, Boys commander, Cardiff 19th Augt. Dutch barque Hap Goan, 220 tons, Nocodab, Rhio 28th Dec Sunday, 30th December. i French barque Marie140 words
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Article25 1877-12-31 3 Saturday, 29th December. British steamer Pernambuco, Boyd, for Penang. Sarawak steamer Royalist, Reynolds, for Sarawak. Norwegian barque Ole Bull, Isberg, for Amburst.25 words
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Article1299 1877-12-31 3 I I e I DAT* -hip's Names captains. lag A Rig. 5 j of ar- vvherb From Where Lying onsignees or Agents. Destination. -1 KIVAL8 MEN-OF-WAR Palembang Stakman H.N.M.’s str Oct. 20Acheen T. P. Wharf H.N.M.’s Consul General. Acheen Mosquito Paul H. M. str. 430 Nov.1,299 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement359 1877-12-31 3 PACIFIC MAIL S. S. COMPANY. Through passage tickets granted to Liverpool by all Transatlantic lines of Steamers. A reduction of 20 o/o on ordinary rates is granted to Officers of the Army and Navy and members of the Civil and Consular Services in Commission. For further particulars apply to GILFILLAN,359 words
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Advertisement237 1877-12-31 3 ELECTRO TREATMENT OF THE UNDERNOTED AND VARIOUS OTHER DISEASES. BY Dr. LALLEMENT, p.h e.l. From Paris, AND THE FACULTY OF LONDON, GERMANY, Italy. Turkey. And lately from Calcutta, Bombay and. Madras. Dr. LALLEMENT begs to inform the Pnblic, that after years of experi; mental observations, he is now able to237 words
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Advertisement220 1877-12-31 3 NOTICE. E. Barthel, Battery Road No. 27. Has just received and nnpacked a very large and well selected stock of the following articles suitable for Christmas’ and New Years’ presents, an inspection of which is solicited. Ladies’ and Gentlemen’s gold and silver watches; English and Swiss. A new specialty of220 words
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Advertisement193 1877-12-31 3 RAFFLES’ LIBRARY, General Catalogues, of the Books in the Raffles Library (Pages 216) can be obtained from the Sub-Librarian on and after Saturday next, 14th December. The Synoptical Index will be issued shortly, and subscribers can thus obtain it bound separately, or hare it stitched in with the General Catalogue,193 words
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Docks.
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703 1877-12-31 4 The works of the Company are situated at Taiojong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the following establishments, vix Wharf. —Affording berthage for twenty vessels at one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught, by703 words
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189 1877-12-31 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—415 feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 154 feet Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving189 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement31 1877-12-31 4 #10 tuts. KID GLOVES. Sayle Co., hare just received a small parcel of. Cold. Kid Gloves, Drabs and Browns. Ladies 6 to 7J. Gentlemen’s 7i to 8J. Singapore, 21st Dec., 1877.31 words
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Advertisement739 1877-12-31 4 Tailors b J m Special Appointment To H. E. The Governor. Sir William C. P. Robinson, k. c. m. o. Sayle A Co. Civil Naval and Military Tailors Ac. Are now unpacking Ex S. S. GLENLTON.” A small parcel of thin West of England Tweeds. Drab Bedford Cord for Riding739 words
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Advertisement664 1877-12-31 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 Brochl Silks for dinner dresses. Colored Foulard and washing Silks. Black, white and colored Satins for664 words
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Advertisement525 1877-12-31 4 iHtscellantQua, JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers op European, China, Japan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Clock Makers; JEWELLERS AND GOLD8MITH8 WINE, SPIRIT AND PROVISION MERCHANTS. Outfitting Department. Gentlemen's outfiits made up on the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine525 words
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Advertisement726 1877-12-31 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 ware of aU kinds, patent and common; Locks of all kinds, Holts; Platform Scales; Iron Bedsteads, of sizes. Cricketing Materials Ac. A Great Variety op726 words
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Advertisement264 1877-12-31 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.264 words
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248 1877-12-31 4 neaa unice id Austin Friars. London. RENEWAL OF SERVICE Between JAVA 4 AUSTRALIA, under contract with the Governments of Netherlands India and South Australia. This service will be resumed in 1877 and five voyaget performed each year: the248 words
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43 1877-12-31 4 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £310,000. The Agent in Singapore 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.)43 words
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72 1877-12-31 4 Cap tal, £250,000, fully subscribed. CHIEF OFFICE: HANLEY London Office 106 Cannon St. E. O. 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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SUPPLEMENT TO THE DAILY TIMES, DEC. 31, 1877.
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Notices.
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Article178 1877-12-31 5 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STRUTS SETTLEMENTS. Division or Singapore. In the matter of a Bankruptcy petition against Shaik Obed, by himself, residing at No. 45, Amoy Street, Singapore, and carrying on business as a Trader at No. 254, Malacca Street, Singapore. Shaik Obed, haring,178 words
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Page 5 Advertisements
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Advertisement483 1877-12-31 5 ULLMANN BROTHERS. Hate newly opened for sale some Marine and opera glasses of the former some are with 3 lights, field, theatre and marine; the latter are inlaid with mother of pearl, tortoise shell, ivory, porcelain, nickel and filigree work. Also A small lot of selected Japan lacquer ware articles.483 words
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Advertisement305 1877-12-31 5 NOTICE. To Let, Furnished,— By the day, week, or month. A new and commodious Bungalow, (a door before Mr. Cousins at Tanjong Rhoo, within fifteen minutes’ pull off Johnston’s Pier. The house commands a fine view of the Harbour, and, being within convenient distance from town, offers superior inducements to305 words
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Advertisement530 1877-12-31 5 HOUSE PROPERTY ON OXLEY’S ESTATE. The undersigned have received instructions to sell by Public Auction, at their sale rooms, Commercial Square, on Thursday, January 3rd at 2 p. in., the following valuable household property within a few minutes drive of Commercial Square. Barganny House, one of the largest dwelling houses530 words
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