Singapore Daily Times, 25 January 1878
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Title Section12 1878-01-25 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XTX SINGAPORE, FRIDAY, 25th JANUARY, 1878. No. 13,38512 words
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Article, Illustration451 1878-01-25 1 Office —D’Almeida Street. Godowns —At New Harbour. The following are the dates on which Octw»M>. Homwarp. Bth Jrd. Wednesday 9th Jan. T J 2ind 23rd sth Feb. 6th Feb. 19th »th h Mar. 6th Mar. 19th 30th T“' i” no.!, Saturday 27th l.tth May.451 words
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Article143 1878-01-25 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. PatrociJs. Achilles. Antenob. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Pbiam. Anchisrs. Sabpedoh. Orestes! Hector. Stentob. Menelaus. Teucerl The Coy’s SUamers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for Lond.* every ten days, and have accou Biodata n for first and143 words
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319 1878-01-25 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritimes 1 may be expected to arrive here during the current year:— Outward. Homeward. 1878. 1878. Wednesday, 3n January Thursday, 31 January 13 February 14 February 27 do 28 do 13 March 14 March319 words
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96 1878-01-25 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Peuang, Moulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta during the current year at the undernoted dates:— Monday, J-uvarj 144 b Sotnrcb V, July IMI February llth August loth 25th 24th March 4th September 7th 18th96 words
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189 1878-01-25 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 Ehglish mail, commencing about 3rd June, and returning from Singapore 48 hours after arrival. The189 words
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Article37 1878-01-25 1 The S. S. ARRATOON APCAR, Captain Mactavish, from Calcutta, is expected here on or about the 28th instant. For freight and passage, apply to, SARKIES A MOSES. Agents. Singapore, 3rd Jan, 1878. (to 28 inst.)37 words
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794 1878-01-25 1 Th, Steamer, of the above Company will now ply between Singapore and Batnvia every j fortnight, leaving Singapore 21 hours aftei the arrival of the English Mail from home. Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Monet, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia 46794 words
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Insurance.
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395 1878-01-25 1 Capital, £500,000, with power to increase. Sist issue at par £100,00( 2nd dp at 5* prern £125,000 3rd do at 10* prem.£150,00fl the £75,000 premiums on shares being available for the maintenance and extension of the Company’s business. The success of this395 words
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Article72 1878-01-25 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 1878-01-25 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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45 1878-01-25 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. n. c.45 words
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Article58 1878-01-25 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every description of property at the current nates of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1876. £248.980 367 Claims arranged by the Local Agents! and pa’d with promptitude and liberality The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Sin— pnrn H MARTIN. DYCE58 words
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Article42 1878-01-25 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 1878-01-25 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. c.)44 words
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191 1878-01-25 1 OFFICE8. Queen Insurance Buildings, Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, 60 Graoechurch Street, London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Oliairman 1 j Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The 8ecnrity offered by the191 words
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64 1878-01-25 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 1878-01-25 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. REME57 words
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89 1878-01-25 1 Financial Position (1875.) Subscibed Capital £3,00t)000. Accumulated Funds 1,778.,000. Annual Revenue from Fire Premiums 313,000. Life 133.000. Interest upon Invested Funds *****. The undersigned h'afe to announce that they are the duly appointed Agents for this Company in Singapore; with authority to grant89 words
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Article28 1878-01-25 1 Capital £1.000,000. CHIEF OFFICES. London 79. .Cornhill E. C. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUBTEAD CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb.. 1876. (n. c.)28 words
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53 1878-01-25 1 l»M«w» 1081 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. P PATERSON. SIMONS A CO. Singapore, 1st53 words
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43 1878-01-25 1 ALLAINCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sxerling Extension of Limits. One F rst class risk 3 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERBON SIMONS A 00. Agents. Singapore. 17th Dec., 1875. (u. c.)43 words
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101 1878-01-25 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 pre* minms. No101 words
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53 1878-01-25 1 ivauvo wuioni. The undersigned, Agents for the above Oompany, are prepared to issue Policies covering Marine Risks on goods to all part, of the world. Policies payable one month after due notice and proof of loss is given* HOOGLANDT A OO.) Singapore, sth April,53 words
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43 1878-01-25 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. 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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69 1878-01-25 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 riskß to Europe69 words
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82 1878-01-25 1 London and Edinburgh. i Established 1809. (Incorporated bt Royal Chartrr.) 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, Agents82 words
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56 1878-01-25 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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202 1878-01-25 4 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson.Esq Vice Chairman —Jas. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, f.i.a. CHIEF OFFICES: n, (50 West George Gla800w i Stur. Edinburgh, 17 George Street. >—» Manchester, 47 Brown Street. The undersigned having been appointed Agents202 words
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100 1878-01-25 4 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester—Exchange Street. Liverpool—2B, Exchang Street East. Birmingham—l 2, Bennett’s Hill. London—lo, Cornhill. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd, Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Coston,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW. Alex.100 words
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287 1878-01-25 4 LONDON LANCASHIRE LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY. Capital—£100,000. HEAD OFFICE IN INDIA136 CANNING 8TREET, CALCUTTA, With Agencies at Bombay, 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 due consideration,287 words
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102 1878-01-25 4 Capital 12,000,000 Paid-up 400,000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, E»q. (Messrs. Melcbers, A Co.) J. P. Barnes (Messrs. Holliday,Wise A Co.) A. T. Manger, (Messrs.Douglas,LapraikACo.) U Nicaise, (Borneo Company Ltd.) J. J. dos Kemedios,102 words
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71 1878-01-25 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 voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
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71 1878-01-25 4 Capital, £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, Copies71 words
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139 1878-01-25 4 Capital £1,600,000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Hichord .1. Ashton, Esq. Alfred Gmiger, Esq. Thomas O. Barela;, William Hawthoru, Robert C. L. Be van, j George Hibbert, Pereival Bosanqnet, Samuel Hyde. James Brand, i William Lyall, Charles Cave, I Charles139 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement61 1878-01-25 1 PACIFIC MAIL S. S. COMPANY. Th hough passage tickets granted to "•verjool by all Transatlantic lines of steamers. A reduction of 20 o/o on ordi»ary rates is granted to Officers of the Army and *nd members of the Civil (and Consular Services in Commission. I *or further particulars apply to61 words
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Advertisement60 1878-01-25 1 NETHERLANDS INDIA DISCOUNT COMPANY. Thk 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 ou Java, discount acceptances, give money in loan on securities and generally tc represent said Bank at this60 words
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Article136 1878-01-25 2 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STRAITS SETTLEMENTS. Division of Singapore. Khoo Gew Teng, residing at South Canal Road, at Singapore, was adjudged a Bankrupt on the 23rd day of January 1878. The first Meeting of Creditors will be held at the' Court House, on Friday136 words
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53 1878-01-25 2 FOR MALACCA, PENANG, MOULMEIN, RANGOON, CALCUTTA &c. The B. I. S. N. Co.’s steamer "MECCA,” will leave for above ports from the roads, on Monday, 28th inst., at 3 p. m. For freight or passage, apply to HAMILTON GRAY CO. Agents B. I. S. N. Co. Ltd. Singapore, 24th Jany.53 words
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STRAITS TIMES FRIDAY, JAN. 25TH, 1878.
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Article102 1878-01-25 2 Singapore 25th Jan., 1878. Gambler— I 4.32*. Black Pepper 7.32 J. White Pepper 13. Sago Flour, Sarawak.. 3 20 Pearl Sago 3.B<i Coffee, Bontyne 21.25. Tin 18.H2*. tOe. Mule twist 97.50. 8* lbs Shirtings ..1 57*. 7 do do 1.35. 6 do T. Cloth 1.07*. 7 do102 words
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275 1878-01-25 2 The War. Conditions op Peace proposed by Russia. London, -24 M January. —The Porte has received the conditions of peace offered by Russia, which are very harsh. They include a heavy indemnity and a military occupation of the country until final payment. Advance upon Gallipoli275 words
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Article493 1878-01-25 2 A case of some interest to exporters of Manchester goods, affecting the use of trade marks on piece goods, was recently decided by Vice Chancellor Sir James Bacon. Messrs. George Robinson Co., of Manchester, exported cotton cloths to Rangoon, on account of Mr. Ward, a493 words
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Article622 1878-01-25 2 When the Legislative Council again resumes its sittings, there is one important subject which should form the text for an interpellation by one or other of our unofficial members, aud that is, what answer, if any, has been received bv the Government here from the Colonial Office622 words
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Article545 1878-01-25 2 {From our own Correspondent.) Malacca, 23rd Jan., 1878. H. M's. steam troopship Tamar Captain Brownrigg, from Penang, with a Company of H. M’s. 74th Regt. on boaril, en route to Hongkong, arrived here this day last week, and after disembarking one Company of H. M’s. 28th Regt. (viz. the545 words
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Extracts.
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Article553 1878-01-25 3 New Year’s Dat nr Calcutta. It is not simply as New Year’s day that the 1st of January is henceforth to be celebrated in this country, bat as the anniversary of the assimption by the British Sovereign of the Imperial Title in India. The'stof January 1877 was the553 words
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Article1622 1878-01-25 3 At the meeting of Council on the 27th December, Sir John Strachey made an important statement of the measures proposed by Government to meet famine charges. The famine expenditure during the last five years has been £16,000,000; the cost of the recent famine £9,250,000, of which seven and1,622 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement713 1878-01-25 2 fills aSbrrttatmmts, HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid op Capital 5.000.000 Dollars. Reserve Fund I 650,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS Chairman.— H. Hoppius, Esq. (of Messrs. Siemssen A Co.) Deputy Chairman—f. D. SA8800N, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons Ca) E. R. Brlilios, Esq. W*. H. Forbes, eiq. (of Messrs.713 words
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Advertisement788 1878-01-25 2 JAPANESE CURIOS. The undersigned have received instructions to Bell by Public Auction at their sale rooms, on Monday next the 28th January, commencing at 12 o’clock. An Invoice of valuable Japanese curios in ivory A lacquer, comprising elaborately carved fans, card cases, napkin rings, fancy boxes; beautifully lacquered and gilt788 words
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Advertisement538 1878-01-25 2 THEATRE ROYAL SINGAPORE. Saturday, the 26th January, 1878. PROFESSOR M. MICHEL Wizard <t Artist Extraordinary. Will give his popular entertainments, SOIREE MAGIQUE. PROFESSOR M. MICHEL Has performed at various times, Under the distinguished Patronage of j His Excellency Lord Northbrook, G. M. S. I. Viceroy and Governor General of India,538 words
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Advertisement438 1878-01-25 2 MILNER’S SAFES. Martin Dyck, Co., have just received a consignment of assorted sizes. Singapore, 24th January 1878. (u c.) HORSES AND^JARRUGES. Thk undersigned have received instructions to sell by Public Auction, in Commercial Square, on Tuesday next the 29th Jany. at 2.30 p. m. An el«gant mail phaeton built to438 words
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Notices.
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Article46 1878-01-25 3 Thk S. S. GLENGYLE" Captain B. Quartly, due here about the end of the month, has room for cargo, and has also accommodation for a few first class passengers. For further particulars, apply to MARTIN, DYCE A CO., Agents. Singapore, 15th Jan., 1878. c.)46 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article86 1878-01-25 3 Thursday, 24th January. Dut-h steamer Ophir, 332 tons. Cranur commander, Rhio 24th I Jan. consignees Hamilton Gray A Co. British steamer Mecca, 936 tons, Morby commander, Rangoon 13th Jan. consignees Hamilton Gray A Co. Danish steamer Kjobenhavn, 700 tons, Jericho commander, i Rangoon 17th Jany. consignees Rautenberg Schmidt Co.86 words
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Article44 1878-01-25 3 Thursday, 24th January. British steamer Strathairly, Cassap, for Saigon. British steamer Pontianak, Milnes, for Billiton A Pontianak. Dutch steamer Ophir, Cramer, for Sumatra ports. German brig Irene, Hansen, for Elephant point for orders. P. A 0. steamer Geelong, Fraser, for Bombay.44 words
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Article1092 1878-01-25 3 I i T Data hip’s Names < aitains, iag 1 Rig. of ar- Mheki Fbom Where Lying Consignees or Agents. Destination. u- RIYALB MEN-OF-WAR Palembang Stakman H.N.M.’s str Oct. 20Acheen T. P. Wharf H.N.M.’s Consul General. Acheen Cb,irybdi« Hotham H. M. str. 2187!Jan. 4Penang Road. Sanior1,092 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement190 1878-01-25 3 TO BE LET. The house, No. 502 North Bridge Road, will he vacant on the 1st of February, and is offered for occupancy from that date. For terms inquire at the Convent, Singapore, 19th Jan. 1878. (1 ni.) NOTICE. The undersigned offer for sale Pianos by M. F. Rachals Co.,190 words
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Advertisement235 1878-01-25 3 TO BE LET. With Emmediate Entry. That large and commodious dwelling bouse, situated in Bencoolen Street, No. 108, within 5 minutes, drive from town. Gas laid throughout, Bent moderate. For further particulars, apply to J. L. D’COTTA, Pianist, Nos 584 585 "Victoria Street. Singapore, 14th Jany. 1878. (u c.) NOTICE.235 words
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Advertisement230 1878-01-25 3 NOTICE. I have this day commenced business ut No. 25-1 Baffles Plaee, as Real Estate Agent, Broker, and Commission Agent. C. H. WESTLAKE. Singapore. 2nd January, 1878. (1 m.) NOTICE. Katz Bros have receded and opened for sale. Street lamps, for parafljn oil use, economical burners, very suitable for door230 words
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Advertisement304 1878-01-25 3 NOTICE. Desker A Co., importers of Bengal sheep, established sinee 1865, most respectfully beg to inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Singapore that all orders for Mutton, if left at the Colonial Prees Office, Raffles Place, between the hours of 9 A. m and 5 p. M., Sundays excepted, or304 words
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Docks.
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699 1878-01-25 4 The works of the Company are situated 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, and protected699 words
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188 1878-01-25 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 f«**' Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving188 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement19 1878-01-25 4 FOR SALE. Caklsberg (Danish) Beer in Cases of 4 dozen, quarts. Rime Brothers. Singapore 15th November, 1677. (u. c.)19 words
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Advertisement432 1878-01-25 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, Ladies’ gold watche, Brooches, Gents’ ditto., Earrings, Silver watches, Lockets, American clocks, Ladies’ rings, Carriage 'clocks, Signet rings. Marble clocks, Wedding rings,432 words
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Advertisement606 1878-01-25 4 fHisrtllanfoaa. JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN I 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's outfiits made up on the shortcit notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of606 words
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Advertisement679 1878-01-25 4 KATZ BROTHERS, general store, SINGAPORE AND PENANG. Commercial Square, Beach Street 27. HavnalwajH I Halter fert-1 Ront tmi-1 Hofcben .liwd. i“5? we waehrend ein jours Men voor ra<li«r oen selected and wohlnssortir- 1 as sorti s‘ ryk assortirichly assort- tea Laser al- dans tens ment t ed stock of all679 words
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Advertisement664 1878-01-25 4 Tailors SAYLE CO. Special h 7 Appointment To H. E. The' Governor. Sir William C. F. Robinson, k. c. m. o. And To H. H. The Maharajah of Johore t» C. M. G.. K. 0. 8. T Civil Naval and Military Outfitters. Hosiers, Hatters. Dressmakers. Milliners. Drapers AND GENERAL DRY664 words
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