Singapore Daily Times, 18 February 1878
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Title Section13 1878-02-18 1 Singapore Daily Times. SINGAPORE, MONDAY. 18th FEBRUARY, 1878. No. 13,404 VO I, XIX.13 words
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Article, Illustration428 1878-02-18 1 Office —D’Almeida Street. Godownb—At New Harbour. __*rt HMr Company's Contract Mail Steamers m T be expected to arrive bere in 1878: OCTWAB*. Homswam>. T- «kj J«. w©dne#d»j 9th J*°22nd M Mb Feb. «*h Feb. 19th **l» Mh Mar. «th Mmr. 19th >. h Mk,428 words
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Article146 1878-02-18 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patboclus. Achilles. Antenor. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Pbiam. ANCBISEB. Sabpedon. Orestes. Hector. Stehtor. Menelaub. Tbucer. The Coy’s Steamers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accon modatu n for first and146 words
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Article61 1878-02-18 1 Through passage tickets granted to Liverpool by all Transatlantic lines of ©learners. A reduction of 20 0/0 on ordinary rates is granted to Officers of the Army and avy and members of the Civil and Con•Qur Services in Commission. For further particulars apply to GILFILLAN,61 words
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289 1878-02-18 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may be expected to arrive here during the current year:— Outwabd. Homrwaid--1878. 1878. Wednesday, 3o January Thursday, 31 January »M-n “T" *7 do 28 do 13 March 1* 27 do do Monday, s289 words
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96 1878-02-18 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Moulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta during the current year at the undernoted dates: Monday, January 14th Saturday, July 13th 28th 27th February 11th August loth 25th 24th March 4th September 7th 18th96 words
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183 1878-02-18 1 Mail service to Malacca, Lingy, Klang, Salangore, Durian Sabatang (Perak), and Pinang. The Steamers of the above Company will leave Singapore and Penang fortmgbtly,—leaving PiDang immediately after arrival of the English mail, commencing about 3rd June, and returning from Singapore 48 hours after arrival. The183 words
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Article47 1878-02-18 1 Messrs. Apcar A Co’s, steamer “ARRATOON APCAR,” 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may be expected here on or about the 20th instant en route to above ports. (Fof reight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, 1st Feb., 1878. (to 20th inst.)47 words
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Article46 1878-02-18 1 Messrs. Apcar Co s. steamer H N992 tons, Captain Gardner, may be expected to arrive here on the 28th I instant en route to above port. I For freight or passage, apply to SARK1ES A MOSE?. Agents Singapore, 1st Feb., 1878. (to 28th inst.46 words
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785 1878-02-18 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply bet ween Singapore and Batavia 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 9785 words
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Insurance.
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388 1878-02-18 1 Capital, £500,000, with power to increase. (1 st issue at par £100,00( 2nd do at 5s prem £125,00C 3rd do at 10s prem.£150,000 j f he.£75,000 premiums on shares being availoodented in the history of Edfe Assurance. This is prove by two388 words
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Article72 1878-02-18 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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95 1878-02-18 1 HEAD OFFICE, LIVERPOOL. Robert Galloway, Esq., Chairman. George C. Frames, Esq. Deputy-Chairman. Underwriters. Herbert B. Braynk.Esq., Liverpool. Ghableb 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, 4,95 words
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49 1878-02-18 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned has been appointed j Agent at Singapore for the above Com- pany, and is prepared to accept risks by first ClasB Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER, Agent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (u. c.)49 words
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Article52 1878-02-18 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. Claims arranged by the Local Agents, ami paid with promptitude and liberality. L Singapore Agents. MARTIN, DYCE A OO. I Singapore, 1st January, 1877.52 words
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Article43 1878-02-18 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Company, and are j prepared to take risks upon cargo on the customary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY A OO. Singapore. 15th July. 1872. (u. c.)43 words
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45 1878-02-18 1 Capital 2.000.000. FunD8 in RE8ERVE EXCLUSIVE OF Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang s 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.)45 words
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187 1878-02-18 1 OFFICE8. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, 60 Gracechnrch Street, London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq m. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The security offered by the Queen,, to187 words
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64 1878-02-18 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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58 1878-02-18 1 This undersigned have been appointed agents for the above Company and are prepared to accept risk 8 upon cargo by steami er or sailing vessel on tne customary terms. The usual discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages and on risks to Europe and America.58 words
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89 1878-02-18 1 Financial Position (1875.) Subscibed Capital £3,*****0. Accumulated Funds 1,778,000. Annual Revenue from Fire Premiums 313,000, Life 133.000, Interest upon Invested Funds *****. The undersigned have to announce that they are the duly appointed Agents for this Company in Singapore with authority to grant89 words
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Article29 1878-02-18 1 Capital fil.ooo.oon. CHIEF OFFICES. London 79. Cobnhill E. C. Edinburgh, SI George Btbeet. Agents for Singapore. BOUBTEAD A CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb„ 1876. (a. c.)29 words
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52 1878-02-18 1 Established 1821 Subscribed Capital £2.000.000 Total Invested Funds, upwards of 3,000.000 Annual Income upwards of 400,000 The undersigned have been appointep Agents at Singapore and are prepared to issne policies against Fire on the nenal terms. PATERSON. SIMON8 A OO. Singapore, 1st April,52 words
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42 1878-02-18 1 ALLAINCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £6,000.000 Sxerling 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.)42 words
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97 1878-02-18 1 Established 1840, and Empowered by Spe cial Act of Parliament.Capital One Million. Lip* 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 charge97 words
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50 1878-02-18 1 The undersigned, Agents for the above Oompany, are prepared to issue Policies covering Marine Risks on goods to all partof the world. Policies payable one month after due notice and proof of loss is given. HOOGLANDT A OO.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. (u. 0.)50 words
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45 1878-02-18 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 tne current rates of premium. RAUTENBERG, SCHMIDT A CO Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. u. o.45 words
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69 1878-02-18 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. 33i o/o discount allowed on all risks foi coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to Europe69 words
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81 1878-02-18 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 for-the81 words
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58 1878-02-18 1 Bonus Year. Next distribution at the close of 1877 Policies opened this year will be included in the distribution at>out to be made. The Bonus of 1872 gave an addition o £l, Der cent per annum to the sum asI surea. HARRISON A CO.,58 words
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209 1878-02-18 4 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman Alexander Ronaldson.Esq Vice Chairman—Jab. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary —H. Ambrose Smith, f.i.a. CHIEF OFFICES: e— p° Edinburgh 17 George Street. LO» D 0, 2K^ ItIIAM {‘SSEEST’ Manchester, 47 Brown Street. The undersigned having been appointed Agents of209 words
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107 1878-02-18 4 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 Cos ton,) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas.107 words
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287 1878-02-18 4 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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103 1878-02-18 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 (Mewre. Holliday, Wine A Co.) A. T. Manger, (Messrs.Douglas,LapcaikACo.) H. Nicaise, (Borneo Company Ltd.) J. J. doa103 words
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71 1878-02-18 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. 33f o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
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74 1878-02-18 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 Premi am current here.74 words
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133 1878-02-18 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard.I. Ashton, Esq. Alfred Gouger, Esq. Thomas O. Barclay, William Hawthorn, Robert C. L. Reran. George Hibhert, Percival Bosanquet, Samuel Hyde. James Brand, William trail, Charles Care, Charles Marryat, George H. Chambers, James133 words
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Article40 1878-02-18 2 The Turkish barque HAMODY,” will have a quick despatch for the above port. Has room for cargo, which can now be engaged. For further particulars, apply to S. M. ALSAGOFF, Agent. Singapore, 8th Feb., 1878. to 28th mat.40 words
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Article78 1878-02-18 2 The N. I. S. N. Co.’s Steamer OENERAAL EEL," Captain DE Hart, will leave Batavia for Port Darwin, Sydney Melbourne and Adelaide, on the 24th February. The Company’s Steamer PRIN8 ALEXANDER” will leave this port for Batavia, the morning following the arrival of the P. A O. Mail78 words
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Article158 1878-02-18 2 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STRAITS SETTLEMENTS. Division of Singapore. In the matter of Shaik Ohed residing at No 45 Amoy Street and carrying on business at No 254 Malacca Street Singapore, a Bankrupt. George E. Evans, Official Assignee, I has been appointed trustee of158 words
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Article175 1878-02-18 2 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE 8TRAITS SETTLEMENTS. Division of Singapore. In the matter of Henry Schuster of Singapore, Merchant, and Edward Engel of Soloband near Eidelstedt in Schleswig Holstein, Merchant, both trading at Singapore, in partnership under the style of SCHU8TER AND EnGEL. James Graham,175 words
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Article146 1878-02-18 2 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STRAITS SETTLEMENTS. Division of Singapore. In the matter Khoo Gew Tkng, residing at South Canal Road at Singapore, a Bankrupt. George E. Evans, Esq., Official Assignee, has been appointed trustee of the property of the bankrupt. The Court has appointed146 words
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Article218 1878-02-18 2 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STRAITS SETTLEMENTS. Division ot sjngafobx. IN the matter of Chea Poh tt **uan. a Bankrupt. Upon the motion o{ Mr Dunlop, Counsel for tb e Trustee A Gentle. Esquire, 4 reading the report of the mid tr„ it<M anli h218 words
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Domestic Occurrence.
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Article18 1878-02-18 2 At Armenian Street (on Valentine’s Day) 14th February, the wife of Mr. D. Davies of a son.18 words
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STRAITS TIMES MONDAY, FEB. 18TH, 1878.
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Article1317 1878-02-18 2 Singapore 18th Feb., 1878. Gambler.... L 8 4.15. Black Pepper 7.30. White Pepper I 12.75. Sago Flour, Sarawak 317]. Pearl Sago 3.95. Ooffee, Bontyne 21. Tin. i 18.50. tOs. Mule twist 96.50. H lbs. Bhirtings 1.60. 1 do do 1.35. •5 do T. Cloth I.IU. 7 do1,317 words
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71 1878-02-18 2 England. Important interview between the Russian Ambassador at London and the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs. London, 15 tk Feb., [midnight.) —At an interview with the Russian Ambassador, Earl Derby stated he hoped no troops were moving towards Gallipoli, as the communication with the71 words
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710 1878-02-18 2 Constantinople, s th Feb. —The office of Grand Vizier has been abolished. A new Turkish Ministry has lieen formed, of which the following are the principal members, Vefik Pasha appointed Premier aud Miuister of the Interior, Server Pasha appointed Minister for Foreign Affairs, aud Reouff710 words
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Article696 1878-02-18 3 The Theatre Royal in the Townhall filled to overflowing on Saturday uight to hear Dave Carson and his minstrel troupe. Every seat was taken and nany had to stand. To judge from the foan of laughter which now and again hurst forth from the audience, as well696 words
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Article1261 1878-02-18 3 (From the London and China Express, January, 18 th.) The War.— The main body of the Russian army is rapidly advancing towards Adrianople, and the headquarters have been transferred across the Balkans to Kesanlik. The Servians have captured Nisch and the neighbouring town of Vranja, and have re-occupied Kurechumli.1,261 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement591 1878-02-18 2 #rto abbtrttstantntt. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund 1,000,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman.— H. Hoppitjs, Esq. (if Messrs. Siemssen Co.) Deputy Chairman.—F. D. SaSBOON, Esq (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons Co.) E. R. Beulios, Esq. Wi. H. Forbes, Esq. (of Messrs. Rnssell A591 words
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Advertisement417 1878-02-18 2 FURNITURE SALE. The undersigned hare received instructions from Colonel Me Leod, H. M. 74th Highlanders, to sell by Public Auction at the Commandant’s Quarters, Tanglin, near the Officers’ Bungalows) on Saturday, the 23rd February, commencing at one o’clock. The household furniture consisting of drawing-room couches and arm chairs j covered417 words
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Advertisement350 1878-02-18 2 TOWN HALL, SINGAPORE. DATE CARSON’S Minstrel, Variety and Comedy Company. on TUESDAY, 19th FEBRUARY, 1878. Entire Change or Programme. First Appearance in Singapore of Mrs. G. NORVILLE, In the Screaming Farce, BROWN THE MARTYR.” LITTLE ETTA, The Charming Young Actress, Vocalist and Dancer, Will Sing, THE CHARACTERISTIC, PATHETIC BALLAD, “Oh350 words
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Advertisement324 1878-02-18 2 TAILORING DEPARTMENT. Sayle A Co., are now showing. Tweeds. —Light fancy colors. V E8TINOS. —White small patterns. Coatings.—Blue Diagonals and plain. Scarv s.—Lavender. Gloves.—French, all sizes. Boots. —Patent Dress. Hats. —Christy’s New Shapes. Singapore, 15th Feby., 1878. STRAITS ASIATIC SOCIETY. A Meeting of the Straits Asiatic Society will be held324 words
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Notices.
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88 1878-02-18 3 Notic* is hereby girei that the Second Call of Twenty Dollars per Share on the Shares of the Company’s new issue, together with the proportion of premium, due thereon (say S3 per Share) is hereby made and will be payable at the Company’s Office88 words
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Article163 1878-02-18 3 The Company’s steamer INDIA,” Captain Dodero, having left Genoa on the Ist inst. may be expected here on the 4th February, and will be despatched on her return voyage from Singapore on Wednesday, the 20th February, for Naples, Genoa and Marseilles via intermediate Ports. Rates of Passage money163 words
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Article76 1878-02-18 3 Per Hector. —From Batavia: Mr. Bog- aardt and servant. Per Print Alexandria. —From Acheen: i Three Europeans. From Panaag: Mr. A Mrs. Wnlfin and six steerage. Per Merapi. —From Deli: Mr. F. H. Leyssieus and four steerage. From Bengkalis: Mr. Wilmer and seven steerage. Per Kromatah.— From Bangkok: Mr.76 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement562 1878-02-18 3 JEWELLERY. John Littlk A Co. have just received a new and choice assortment of London made Jewellery, in 18 Carat Gold, comprising Bracelets, Brooches, Earrings, Lockets, Charms, Albert Chains, Nec lets, Pendants, Ladies’ and Gentlemen’s Rings, Guard Rings, Locket Slides. Spnng Rings, Solitaires, Links, Studs, Collar Studs, Ac., Ac.. Ac.562 words
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Advertisement888 1878-02-18 3 NOTICE. Seah Kim, and Tong Seng, lately trading under the Chop of Ha Chti, haring compromised and settled all claims of their old firm, resumed business under the same style or chop on the Ist day of February 1878. Singapore, 13th Feby. 1878. (to 28th iret.) NOTICE. Neither the Captain,888 words
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Advertisement449 1878-02-18 3 NOTICE. The undersigned hare received again a large invoice of blank books, comprising. Ledgers, Journals, Cash-books, Daybooks and all necessary subsidiary books; these can also be obtained in sets prices very moderate. Copying books. Weighing books, books to file letters, so called „biblorbaptes,” etc., etc. Also A well selected supply449 words
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Docks.
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706 1878-02-18 4 Thk works of the Company are aitnated 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, and706 words
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188 1878-02-18 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 151 fee’ Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving188 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement19 1878-02-18 4 FOR SALE. Carlsberg (Danish) Beer in Cases of 4 dozen, quarts. Rime Brothers. Singapore 15th November, 1877. (u. c.)19 words
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Advertisement415 1878-02-18 4 NETHERLANDS INDIA DISCOUNT COMPANY. The undersigned having beei appointed Agents f by Power of Attorney dated Batavia, 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 to represent the said Bank at this415 words
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Advertisement603 1878-02-18 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers of European, China, Japan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Clock Makers Jewellers and Goldsmiths WINE, SPIRIT AND PROVISION MERCHANTS. Outfitting Department. Gentlemen's outfiits made up on the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock 6f fine Tweeds,603 words
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Advertisement692 1878-02-18 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG. Commercial Square, Beach Street 27. Havealway* I Halt«n fort-1 Bont ton-1 Hebben n h n, l wel »Mhrend ein jour* bien I voor radifr oen selected and wohlassortlr-! as so rti si ryk assorti- y i tee Lager al- dans tous ment ran692 words
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Advertisement675 1878-02-18 4 SAYLE CO. T U AX| Spec,., by Appointmenl To H. E. The Governor Sir William C. F. Robinson, k. c, m. r. And To H. H. The Maharajah of Johorf G 0. M. G.. K. 0. 8. T. Civil Naval and Military Outfitters HOBIERB. HATTERB. Dressmakers. Milliners. Drapers AND GENERAL675 words
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