Singapore Daily Times, 12 January 1878
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Title Section12 1878-01-12 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XIX SINGAPORE, SATURDAY, 12th JANUARY, 1878. No. 13,37412 words
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Article, Illustration473 1878-01-12 1 Office —D’Almeida Street. Godowns— At New Harbour. Tm ant tb« dates OB which tie Company’s Contract Mail Steamers may be expected to arrive here in 1878: Orrwiaa. j I Homwiid. Tu«*i*T sth Jan. Wednesday 9th Jan. 22nd 23rd I sth Feb, 6th Feb. 19th473 words
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Article146 1878-01-12 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achilles. Antenob. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Priam. Anchises. Sabpedon. Orestes. Hector. Stentor. Menelaus. Teucer. The Coy’s Strameito are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten daye, and have accon modaticn for first and third146 words
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316 1878-01-12 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. Hoxewabd. 1877. 1877. Wednesday, 17 January Thursday, 18 January 31 do 1 February 1* February 15 do 28 do 1 March 14316 words
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96 1878-01-12 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Moulmein. Rangoon and, Calcutta during the current 'year at the imdernoteu dates:— Monday, January 14th Saturday, July 13th 28th 27th February 11th August 10th 25th a«h March 4th September 7th 18th96 words
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263 1878-01-12 1 Mail service to Malacca, Lingy, Klang, Salangore, Durian Sabatang (Perak), and PinaDg. 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. The263 words
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736 1878-01-12 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore and Bati. 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 Batavia 46736 words
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Insurance.
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397 1878-01-12 1 Capital, £500,000, with power to increase. C Ist issue at par £IOO,OOC j Subscribed < 2nd do at 5» prem £125,000 (3rd do at 10s prem.£lso,oofl j tl £75,000 premiums on shares being availu«>;u*cran'" asd the company's business. Tbe success of this397 words
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Article70 1878-01-12 1 Capital 1,500,000. Paid-up 133,332. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. Jardine Matheson Co., Hongkong. The undersigned, Agents for the Office, arc authorised to insure goods by A. I. Sailing Vessels or Steamers to the extent of $lOO,OOO on each bottom, and on the Block and Machinery70 words
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96 1878-01-12 1 HEAD OFFICE, LIVERPOOL. Robert Gallowat, 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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Article63 1878-01-12 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost description of property at the current. Kates of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1876. £248,980 367 Claims arranged by the Local Agents! i and mid with *ir< mnt-'tnde i** 5 Hbc- »VVr I The jurisdiction of Local ’iVibu.iait re--1 cognised,63 words
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Article42 1878-01-12 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 00. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (u. c.)42 words
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43 1878-01-12 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. 043 words
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197 1878-01-12 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings, Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, 60 Graceohurch Street, London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman 1 William Hind, E.qre, l Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq M. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre.197 words
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64 1878-01-12 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 1878-01-12 1 The undersigned have been appointed agents for the above Company and are prepared to accept risks upon cargo by steam er 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 1878-01-12 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 i they are the duly appointed Agents for this Company in Singapore; with authoriI ty90 words
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Article29 1878-01-12 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. e.)29 words
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52 1878-01-12 1 Established 1821 Subscribed Capital £2.000.000 Total Invested Funds, upwards of 3,000.000 Annual Income upwards of 400,000 The nndenigned have been appointed Agents at Singapore and are prepared to issue policies against Fire on the usual terms. PATERSON, SIMONS A CO. Singapore. Ist April.52 words
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42 1878-01-12 1 ALLAINCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,900.000 Slerlino Extension of Limits. One F ret 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. (n. c.)42 words
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99 1878-01-12 1 Established 1840, and Empowered by Spe oial 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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51 1878-01-12 1 The undersigned, Agents for the above Oompany, are prepared to issne Policies covering Marine Risks on goods to all partof the world. Policies payable one month after due no* ticc and proof of loss is given. HOOGLANDT A OO.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. (n.51 words
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42 1878-01-12 1 E8TABLI8HED 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The 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. (n. c.)42 words
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69 1878-01-12 1 Head Office, Batavia. The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to take risks npon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. 33i o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to Europe69 words
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81 1878-01-12 1 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal Chabtbe.) Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Paid-np 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 for81 words
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56 1878-01-12 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 oi £l, per cent per annum to the snm assured. HARRISON A CO., Agents56 words
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219 1878-01-12 4 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman —Alexander Ronaldson.Esq Vice Chairman— J AS. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, f.i.a. CHIEF OFFICES: f50 West George Gla800W 1 Street. Edinburgh, 17 George Street. C 2 King William Lohdon Street. T < Oriel Chambers, Liverpool219 words
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285 1878-01-12 4 LONDON LANCASHIRE LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY. Capital—£100,000. HEAD OFFICE IN INDIA—136 CANNING 8TSEET, 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 due285 words
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Article101 1878-01-12 4 Capital, Two Millions Sterlino. 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. Cha8. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW. Alex.101 words
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104 1878-01-12 4 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-up 400,000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, Esq. (Messrs. Melcbers, A Co.) J. P. Barnes (Messrs. Holliday, Wise A Co.) A. T. Manger, (Messrs.Douglas,LapraikACo.) H. Nicaise, (Borneo Company Ltd.) J. J. doe104 words
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71 1878-01-12 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. 33k o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
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45 1878-01-12 4 (Beblin-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. n, o.45 words
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73 1878-01-12 4 Cap tal, £250,000, fully subscribed. CHIEF OFFICE: HANLEY London Office 106 Cannon St. E. C. 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,73 words
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137 1878-01-12 4 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 G. Barclay, William Hawthoru, Robert C. L. Be van, George Hibbert, Percival Bosanquet, Samuel Hyde. James Brand, William Lyall, Charles Cave, Charles Marryat, George H.137 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement64 1878-01-12 1 PACIFIC MAIL S. S. COMPANY. Through passage tickets granted to Liverpool by all [Transatlantic lines of o/o on ordinary rates •rs of the Army and of the Civil and Con■'teamers. A reduction of i 18 granted to Offi Navy and mem 811 lar Services in r or further B mission.64 words
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Advertisement59 1878-01-12 1 NETHERLANDS INDIA DISCOUNT COMPANY. The undersigned, having been appointde A gents (by Power of Attorney dated Batavia, 19th June, 1869) to the above Company* are authorised to grant and buy bills 'ou Java, discount acceptances, give money in loan on securities and generally tc represent said Bank at this place.59 words
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Article160 1878-01-12 2 Thr Company’s steamer INDIA,” Captain Dodero, having left Genoa on the 1st igst. may be expected here on the 4th February, and will be despatched on her return voyage from Singapore on Wednesday, the 20tn February, for Naples, Genoa and Marseilles via intermediate Porte. Rates of Passage money160 words
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54 1878-01-12 2 FOR MALACCA, PENANG, MAULMEIN, RANGOON, CALCUTTA &c. The B. I. S. N. Co.’s Steamer BAGHDAD,” will sail for above ports on Monday, 14th instant, leaving the roads at 3 p. m. For freight or passage, apply to HAMILTON GRAY A CO. Agents B. I. S. N. Co. Ltd. Singapore, Bth54 words
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Article47 1878-01-12 2 The Spanish LEON," Captain F. de Olano, due here on the 19th instant, will have room for cargo for the above port, which can now be booked. She has first class accommodation for Passengers. E. H. HINNEKINDT, Agents. Singapore, 10th Jany. 1878. (to 19th inst47 words
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Article40 1878-01-12 2 The Spanish steamer "CADIZ," Captain J. M. de Echeita, due here on the 20th instant, will have room for cargo for the above port, which can now be booked. E. H. HINNEKINDT, Agents. Singapore, 10th Jany. 1878. to20thinBt.40 words
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STRAITS TIMES SATURDAY, JAN. 12TH, 1878.
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Article155 1878-01-12 2 Singapore. 12th Jan., 1878. Gambler 4.35. Black Pepper 7.35. White Pepper 14. Sago Flour, Saraw -k 3.174Pearl Sago 4. Coffee, Bon yce 2125. Tin 18.00. 40s. Hole twist 98. 81 lbs. Shirtings 1.574. 7 do do 1.3746 do T. Cloth 1.10. 7 do do 1.30. Benares Opium155 words
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118 1878-01-12 2 Peace Preliminaries. London 11 th January. —The Grand Duke, General Nicholas, brother of the Emperor of Russia, has replied to the Turkish Comraander-in-CJiief that negotiations must be made with himself, the Grand Duke, direct, and that an armistice is impossible without the conditions of peace118 words
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919 1878-01-12 2 A proclamation is published announcing that Her Majesty has been pleased to allow and confirm the Ordinance No. VII of 1877, entitled An Ordinance to provide for carrying into effect in the Colony, sentences of penal servitude for life on certain persons convicted and sentenced919 words
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Article731 1878-01-12 2 (From our own Correspondent.) Malacca, 11th Jan., 1878. The B. I. S. N. Co’s, steamer Baghdad Captain Scott, from Calcutta, 24th ult., (via intermediate Ports,) arrived‘here on Wednesday last, and sailed the same afternoon for your port. The Malay steamer '.'elegraph and British steamer Rainbow, from Klang, arrived here731 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement522 1878-01-12 2 #tto aiijtrttsnnntts. HONGKONG AND BHANOHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund 650,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Cfcrir*M<M.— H. Hoppitjs, Esq. (if Messrs. SiemBsen A Co.) Deputy Chairman —F. D. SABBOON, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons A Co.) E. R. Br lili os. Esq. W*. H. Fobbes,522 words
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Advertisement852 1878-01-12 2 NOTICE. It is hereby notified, that daring the ensuing Chinese New Year. Crackers may be fired on the following day? and hours specified, viz:— Friday l«t Feb. 1878, New Tear's Ere, from 6 r. M. to 12 Midnight. Saturday 2nd New Tear's Day, from 4a. K. to 6 a. >.,852 words
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Advertisement651 1878-01-12 2 NOTICE. NIITHU the Captain nor the Owners, of the German barque "0. F. HAENDEL” will be responsible or any debts contracted by the crew during the vessel’s stay in this port. H. SANDERS Master. Singapore, Bth Jan. 1878. (1 wk. FOR SALE. A Bay mare, 14.3. rising 6. A good651 words
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Advertisement534 1878-01-12 2 FAREWELL BALL TO THE OFFICERS OF THE 74th HIGHLANDERS ON THE 18th JANUARY. Gentlemen who wish to subscribe will find the subscription list at Messrs. John Little A Co.’s godown. C. J TENNANT DUNLOP, Hon. Secretary. Singapore, 6th Jany 1878. (1 wk.) PLATED WARE. John Little A Co., have just534 words
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Extracts.
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Article1467 1878-01-12 3 A statue of the late Mr. Adam Blick, M.P has been unveiled at Edinburgh. Mr. Farjeon. tSe popular novelist, has gone to the United S ates to give a series 1 of lectures, and p -rtly to visit the Southern J estates of bis father in-law,1,467 words
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Notices.
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239 1878-01-12 3 NETHERLANDS INDIA STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY LIMITED Head Office 13 Austin Friars, London. RENEWAL OF SERVICE Between JAVA AUSTRALIA, nnder contract with the Governments of Netherlands India and Sonth Australia. This service will be resumed in 1877 and five voyages performed each year; the deErturee of the steamers from Batavia ing239 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article121 1878-01-12 3 Frid vy, 11th January. British 3 mstd. schooner Sea Belle, 219 tons, Ross commander, Hongkong 29th Dec. British barque Margaret Heald, 604 tons, McMurtry com- 1 mander, Sydney 24th Oct. consignees McAlister A Co. German barque Malvina, 484 tons, Kluge commander, Hongkong 3rd Jan. consignees Behn Meyer A Co.121 words
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Article36 1878-01-12 3 Friday, 11th January. British steamer Glenlyon, Wallace, for Colombo A London. Dutch steamer Ophir, Cramer, for Sumatra porta. British steamer Japan, Guan Hin, tor Malacca A Penang. British Bteamei Penang, Barker, for Batavia.36 words
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Article1082 1878-01-12 3 HIP'S N»«K. I UOiKlO. 1 OFiV I W H EE* FSOH WhIBBLtIHO OHSIOKEES OB iOIKTS. UESTlKiTfOK. f K1VAL8 I MEN OF W A PalembBBB StakmBii H.N.M.’e str. Oct. 20 Acheen T. P Wharf iHrfJ.B.', OoBaul G«B«r.l.|Ach f .n 8 p, ul H M Btr. 4 III1,082 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement206 1878-01-12 3 VALUABLE BUILDING SITES FOR HOUSES AND BUNGALOWS, TANGLIN The undersigned have received instructions to sell by Public Auction at a future date, of which due notice will be given. 1 The freehold land situate on both sides I of the New Road between the Grange Road j and the Tanglin206 words
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Advertisement738 1878-01-12 3 ARMY CONTRACTS. THE STRAITS SETTLEMENTS. Sealed Tenders will be received at this I Office until noon on Wdnesday the j 30th Janary 1878 from persons willing to contract for such SUPPLIES AND SERVICES, as may be required from time to time for the use of Her Majesty’s Troops stationed in738 words
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Advertisement235 1878-01-12 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 have it stitched in with the General Catalogue,235 words
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Advertisement284 1878-01-12 3 TO BE LET. The three new brick-built Godowns in Havelock Road, fronting Singapore River. Cargo can be discharged or loaded Ac., at any tide, and also admittance Cartage. For further particulars, apply to, Tan Kim Tian. Singapore, 24th Dec., 1877. to 24th Jan. NOTICE. Sc hie dm ater, Pianoforte Fabrick,284 words
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Advertisement21 1878-01-12 3 NOTICE. Mb. John S. Neave has been admitted a Partner in our firm. mcalister Co. Singapore, 2nd January, 1878. (1 m.)21 words
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Docks.
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704 1878-01-12 4 The works of the Company are situated at Tsniong 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, and protected704 words
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190 1878-01-12 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 4 feei Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2.190 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement29 1878-01-12 4 KID GLOVES. Sayle Co., have just received a email pa cel of. Cold. Kid Gloves, Drabs and Browns. Ladies 6 to 7$. Gentlemen's 74 to fc4hingapoie, 21at Dec., 1877.29 words
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Advertisement390 1878-01-12 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., comprising Bracelets, Brooches, Earrings, Lockets, Ladies’ rings, Signet rings, Wedding rings, Keepers Albert chains, Guard chains, Studs, Sleeve Ladies’ gold watche, Gents’ ditto., Silver390 words
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Advertisement609 1878-01-12 4 itttartUaneous. 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 tbe shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine609 words
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Advertisement701 1878-01-12 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG. Commercial Square, Beach Street 27. Have *1 way* I Haltan fort-1 Bont ton-1 Hebben «teed* on hand a well waehrend ein jonr* bien voor radii; een selected and wohlaeeortlr- 1 as *or ti ryk assortii ,h l y *e* Tjurer al-; dans tons701 words
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Advertisement666 1878-01-12 4 Tailors SAYLE CO. Special by 3Appointment To H. E. The Governor. Sir William C. F. Robinson, k. c. o. And To H. H. The Maharajah op Johore K. C. M. G.. K. 0. 8 T. Civil Naval and Military Outfitters. Hosiers. Hatters Dressmakers, Milliners. Drapers. AND GENERAL DRY GOODS MEN.666 words
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