Singapore Daily Times, 15 March 1879
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Title Section12 1879-03-15 1 Singapore Daily Times. No. 13,729 VOL XX. SINGAPORE, SATURDAY, 15th MARCH, 187912 words
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Article, Illustration427 1879-03-15 1 Office—D’Almeida Street. Godowns—At New Harbour, The urdernoted are the dates on which this Company’s Mail Steamers may be expected to arrive at Singapore during the year 1879:mwiM i Tuesday Slut Jan. Friday lwh Jan. Oh Feb 24»h ISth 7th Feb. 4th Mar. 2lst ISth427 words
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Article145 1879-03-15 1 Agamemnon. Ultsses. Ajax. Patboclus. Achilles. Antenob. Piomed. Deucalion. Nistob. Glaucub. Priam. Ancbises. Saßpedon. Obestes. Hictob. Stentob. Menelaus. Teuceb. Tbe Coy’s Btramers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accon modaticn for first and third145 words
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271 1879-03-15 1 The followin'.' are the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may he expected to arrive here during the current year:— OI'TWAM*. HOJJW.M. 1879. '879. Wcducsday 12 February j Friday, 17 January 9ti an I 31 do 12 March 14 February 2« do Monday,271 words
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151 1879-03-15 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Moulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta, taking Passengers and Cargo for Akyab, Chittagong. Bimlipatam, Vizagapatam, Coconada, Masulipatam, Madras, Calicut, Tellicbery Ac., during the current year at tbe undernoted dates Saturday, January llth I151 words
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Article33 1879-03-15 1 Messrs. Apcab A Co.’s steamer “HINDOSTAN”99I tons, Captain Gardner, may be expected here on or about the 24th instant, en route to above ports. Agents. Singapore, Ist March, 1879.33 words
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Article45 1879-03-15 1 run mmuttuiiu. Messrs. Apcab A. Co.’s steamer ARRATOON APCAR,” 1,392 tons, Captain Mactaviah, may be expected here on or about the 20th instant, en route to above port. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, lsc Mar b, 1879.45 words
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933 1879-03-15 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore andßata via every 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 46 Padang933 words
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Insurance.
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Article72 1879-03-15 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. Sailine Vessels or Steamers to the extent of 3100,000 on each bottom, and on the Block and72 words
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47 1879-03-15 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned has been appointed Agent at Singapore for the above Companv, and is prepared to accept riska by first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER, Agent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (u. c.)47 words
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Article57 1879-03-15 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost cverv do-.ription of property at the current R *tes of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1877. £254,303.817. Claims arranged by the Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents. MARTTN. DTCE A57 words
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Article41 1879-03-15 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 enstomary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (u. c.)41 words
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51 1879-03-15 1 The undersigned, Agents for the ah' vt Company, are prepared to issue Polices covering Marine Risks on goods to all pa’tof the world. Policies payable one month after due notice and proof of loss is given, HOOGLANDT A 00. l Singapore, sth April, 1866.51 words
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46 1879-03-15 1 (Berlin Cologne Fibe Insurance Company. Limited, Berlin.) The undersigned, having been appoint ed General Agents of the above Company are prepared to take Fire Insurance Risks at the current rates of premium. RAUTENBERG, SCHMIDT A CO. Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. u. c.46 words
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69 1879-03-15 1 Head Office, Batayia. 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 for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to Europe69 words
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44 1879-03-15 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 nc life. Singapore, 19th Sept, 1877. (a. o.)44 words
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Article29 1879-03-15 1 Capital 81.G00.000. CHTFF OFVICBS. London 79. Cornhilt, F. c. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singanore. BOUSTEAD k CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (u. c.l29 words
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71 1879-03-15 1 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. 334 o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
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191 1879-03-15 1 OpFtrus. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings. 60Gracechurcb Street. London. Chairman of the Company Bernard Hall. Esqre. Deput, Chairman William Hind. Esqre. Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq m. p. Depnty Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The security offered191 words
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64 1879-03-15 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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87 1879-03-15 1 Financial Position (1875.) Subscibed Capital £3,*****0. Accumulated Funds 1,778.,000. Annual Revenue from Fire Premiums 313,000. Life 133.000. >i Interest upon Invested Funds *****. The undersigned have to announce that they are the duly appointed Agents for this Company in Singapore; with authority to87 words
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52 1879-03-15 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 issue policies against Fire on the usual terms. PATERSON, SIMONS St CO. Singapore, Ist April,52 words
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41 1879-03-15 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sxerling Extension of Limits. One F rst class risk 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS CO. Agents. Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (a. o.)41 words
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95 1879-03-15 1 E.taMi.M lfMfl. Mid EmrvowpredbT Sp. oiftl Act of P.rliam vit.C.pit.l One Million. Life Assurances of every description granted. Retiring Provisions combined witn Life Assurance. Fbei Policies issued which can never Rl* together lapse through non-payment of premiums. No extra95 words
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44 1879-03-15 1 It is requested that the Masters of all vessels insured in the above Association, having sustained loss or damage, report themselves to the undersigned immediately on arrival here. CAMERON, DUNLOP CO., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 c44 words
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103 1879-03-15 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester—Exchange Street. Liverpool—2B. Exchang Street Bast Birmingham—l 2. Bennett’s Hill. London—lo. Oornhill. Glasgow—t, South Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd. Esq. f Messrs. Todd ACoston.) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. ChaB. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW. \lex.103 words
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212 1879-03-15 1 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 1”. 1 0 0M Edinburgh, 17 George Street. i—«■ Manchester, 47 Brown Street. The undersigned having been appointed V gents212 words
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105 1879-03-15 4 oapital I2,noft.non Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, Esq. (Mamr*. Molrher*. A CtO J. P Raines (Messrs. HnllMar.Wiw, A Co.l 4.T. Maneer, (Mess rsDon sins, 7*T>r*ikACo.) H. Nirt>i*e, fßnmen Commnv LM 1 .7.105 words
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134 1879-03-15 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1.200,000. Directors. Rieh«rd .T. Ashton. Esq, Alfred Ooneer, Esq. vhomss O. RarolsT, WiJJi&m Hswthnru, Robert C. T,. Reran. Oeorse Hihhert, Pereiral Ressnqnet, Samuel Hrde. James Rrand, William T.vsll, Charles fare, Charles Marrvaf. Oeeree TT. Chnmhers,134 words
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57 1879-03-15 4 The undersigned have been appointed agents for tbe 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. RE ME57 words
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62 1879-03-15 4 The undersigned have been authorized to accept risks on goods insured with average bv Steamer to Mediterranean and Adriatic Ports, at a considerably reduced rate; and a further reduction of premium is granted on shipments by tbe Steamers of tbe P. A O. Company, Messageries Maritimes62 words
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82 1879-03-15 4 London and Edinburgh. /Established 1809. (Incorporated bt Royal Charteri.i Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Paid-up Capital 250,000 Fire Reserve Fund... 31st Dec., 1877... £829,577 Fire Premium Reserve 302,671 Total Fire Reserves ~1,132,248 Income of the Fire Department, Net Premiums and Interest... 908,014 The undersigned, Agents for82 words
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78 1879-03-15 4 The undersigned, Agents for the “Italia” Marine Insurance Company Limited, at Genoa, Have now been authorized to accept Marine risks upon Cargo by steamer and sailing vessel on the customary terms. The usual discount is allowed on all risks for coasting voyages78 words
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31 1879-03-15 4 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine risks at current rates. PATERSON SIMONS A CO. Singapore, 18th Dec, 1878. (n. c.)31 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement113 1879-03-15 1 SINGAPOBE ICE WORKS RIVER YALLEI ROAD. Notice. On and after the let January, Ice will he sold retail, at the rate of 3 Cents perpound. The Ice House is opened for the sale of Ice daily from 6 a. m. to 6 P. m. Ticket* for 2, 3 or 5113 words
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Advertisement132 1879-03-15 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, OF THE LATEST BURVEY, and NAUTICAL BO 'KS, At Moderate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Price op Nautical Almanacs Charts, de (Double Sheet) y (Single Sheet) Eaeu. 1.25. 1.80. 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u. c.) NOTICE. A stock of132 words
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Advertisement84 1879-03-15 1 ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSO01 \TION. UNION ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWRITERS, DUNDEE. The undersigned request that Masters of Vessels insured in the above associations immediately communicate with them in case ofloss or d image. CAMERON DUNLOP CO. Agents. Singapore, 11th June, 1878. (n. c.) MONTROSE UNDERWRITING AS80CIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels84 words
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82 1879-03-15 2 In thx Supreme Court or the Straits Settlements. Division or Singapore. In the matter of Assana Mexican of Singapore, a bankrupt. A dividend is intended to be declared in the matter of Assana Mexican of Singapore, adjudicated a bankrupt on the ninth aay of October82 words
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Article46 1879-03-15 2 The Italian Mail steamer Sumatra, Caboara, Commander, will be despatched from Singapore on the 20th May for Naples, Genoa and Marseilles. She has superior accommodation for first class passengers which can now be booked. REME BROTHERS. Agents. Singapore, sth March, 1879. to 20th May.46 words
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Article162 1879-03-15 2 In The Supr emi Court of The Straits Settlements. Division 0 r Singapore. In the matter of Esmail Mansoor residing at No. 45/8 Amoy Street and rarrying on business as a Merchant and Trader at No. 18 Kling Street in Singapore, under the style or firm162 words
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Article53 1879-03-15 2 The Spanish Steamer Aetna Mertedes, Captain J. M. De Munitez, due here on the 20th instant, will have room for cargo for the above port, which can now Tie engaged. She has splendid accommodation for first class pa ssengers. E. k H. HINNEKINDT, Agents. Singapore, 12th March, 1879.53 words
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Article118 1879-03-15 2 In the Supreme Cou t of the Straits Settlements. Settlement or Singapore. In the matter of proceedings for composition with Creditors instituted by Quek Kyb Loh, of No. 101 Market Street, in Singapore. A Second General Meeting of the Creditors of the above named person is118 words
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Article40 1879-03-15 2 FOR BARCELONA LIVERPOOL. The Spanish steamer Victoria. Captain Mendezona, due here on the 25th instant, will have room for 500 tons cargo, for the above ports, which can now be engaged. E A H. HINNEKINDT, Agenta. Singapore 14th March. 1879.40 words
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STRAITS TIMES SATURDAY, 15TH MARCH, 1879
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Article352 1879-03-15 2 SiNUAPoBi', 15th March, 1879. Gauiber 4.30. Blaok Peppir 7.70. White Peppei, fair quality 12.25. Sigo Flour, Sarawak 3.55. Pearl Sago 4.40. Coffee, Bontync 18.25. Tin 20.50. 4°s. Mule twis 86. 81 18 Shirtings 1.62*. 7 do do 1.45. 6 do T. Cloth .97*. 7 do do 1.15.352 words
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REUTER’S TELEGRAMS. (For Straits Times.)
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87 1879-03-15 2 London 15 th March. —The Under Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs said, in reply to a question, that a Manchester Firm had despatched arms and ammunition to Mozambique, but the British Government had taken steps to prevent these supplies reaching the Zulus.87 words
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Article2597 1879-03-15 2 London, 14 th March. —With reference to the previous telegram on this subject, the Under Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs is informed that the Arms are not intended for the Zulus. Thb Command at the Cape. In reply to a question, Sir Stafford2,597 words
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Article810 1879-03-15 3 Minutes of Proceedings of the Municipal Commissioners on Saturday, the 22nd February, 1879 Commissioners Present. Hon’ble W. H. Read,— President. E. J. Wells, Esq. M. F. De Souza, Esq. Tan Seng Poh, Esq. The Minutes of the last Meeting were read and confirmed. Read the fortnightly progress report810 words
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Correspondence.
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Article143 1879-03-15 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sir, —There is a sense of humour among Russian Diplomatists which is perfectly charming, or else they have a belief in the credulity of European Statesmen in general and Lord Salisbury in particular which is really touching. Witness your telegrams of143 words
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590 1879-03-15 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times Sir,—Your remarks in your issue of Thursday with regard to the Carrisbroohe's case would lead many to suppose that the Chinese Protection Ordinance is a mistake. Many, however, are of a different opinion, and though the Ordinance may require590 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement745 1879-03-15 2 £tto asbfrtistmtnts, HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund 1,300.000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. CUirman.—Wm. H. Forbes, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell A Co.) Deputy CKtirman. —The Hon. W. Keswick (of Messrs. Jardine Mstbesou k Co.) F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons k745 words
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Advertisement811 1879-03-15 2 SPRING MEETING. FIRST DAT. TUESDAY. 22nd APRIL 1879. First Rack The Administrator’s Cup.—Value 25 Guineas. Presented by His Excellency Col. Anson, C. M. G For all borses that have never won a Race upon tbe Singapore Course, Roadsters excepted. Entrance *5. Distance once round the course. Weights as per scale.811 words
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Advertisement374 1879-03-15 2 NOTICE. The Deli Maatschappy at Deli invites offers, up to the Ist of May prox:, for the lea«e of the nutmeg gardens. Vesuvius. Oatsburg and Acabar jointly or severally, or for parts of any of them for a period of about 3 years. These gardens are situated on the Deliriver374 words
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Advertisement405 1879-03-15 2 TANGLIN CLUB. The Annual General Meeting will be held in the Clnh House, on Tuesday, the 18th instant, at 9 o’clock V. M. Business.—To receive and pass the Honorary Treasurer’s accounts for the past year; to elect anew Committee; and to transact any other business that may be brought before405 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article135 1879-03-15 3 Friday, 14th March. Spanish steamer Paragtia, 426 tons, Gil commander, Manila Bth i March, consignees Syme 4 Co. Sarawak steamer Royalist, 151 tons, Chopanl commander, Pa- 1 lembang 12th March, consignees Lim Lan A Co. M. M. steamer Ava, 3,600 tons, Rapatel commander, Saigon 12th March, consignees Messageries Maritimes.135 words
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Article65 1879-03-15 3 Friday, 14th March. j British steamer Japan, Guan Hin, for Malacca A Penang. British steamer Atholl, Thomson, for Penang. British steamer Kongsee, Sanders, for Bangkok. I Siamese steamer Bangkok, Rademaker, for Bangkok. German barque Hieronymus, Ipland, for Saigon. German barque Peiho. Christiansen, for Bangkok. French barque Nouveau65 words
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Article803 1879-03-15 3 I j Date Ships’Names. Captains. Flag v Rio. g of ab- Where Feom. Where Lying Consignees or Agents. Destination. rivals. UEN-0F- V Merapi Bosch H.N.M’s. str. 870 Feb. 13 Acheen Victoria Dock. H.N. M’s. Consul General. Batavia Frolic 'Dupuis H. M’s. str. 592 Feb. 28 Dindings803 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement134 1879-03-15 3 #Otlt«. NOTICE. Notice is hereby given that the partnership hitherto subsisting between Tan Seno Poh, Seah CheoSeah, and Lee Chenq Tee. as proprietors of the Gunpowder Magazine at T&nah Merah in Singapore under the Chop Chaik Hong, was dissolved on the 19th of February instant, so far as the said134 words
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Advertisement259 1879-03-15 3 FOR SALE. Sib Robert Burnett A Co.’s Finest Scotch Whiskey- Irish do. Jamaica Rum. Liqueur Old Tom. CAMERON DUNLOP A CO, Agents. Singapore, 28th Feb., (1 wk.) FOR SALE. A Brown Australian Horse, fas* and strong. A 4 wheeled Buggy built at Stirling. A Set of Harness. Price $450. Formerly259 words
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Advertisement336 1879-03-15 3 NOTICE. Hayi*g taken into Partnership Mr. Frank Gumm Bernard, mv business in future will b- carried on under the style of Bernard A Son. ALFRED BERNARD, Bill, Bullion and share Broker. Singapore, 20th Feb., 1879. (to 20th Mar.) NOTICE. Notice is hereby riven that the partner«bip which has for sometime336 words
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Docks.
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708 1879-03-15 4 The work* of the Company are situated at Tanjong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the following eetablishmente, viz Wharf. —Affording berthage for twenty vessels at one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught, and708 words
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133 1879-03-15 4 This Company executes ships’ repairs ef all descriptions in the most efficient manner under the superintendence of European Shipwrights and Engineers. No. 1 Graving Dock. Length—4l6 feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 15( fen Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Grating133 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement574 1879-03-15 4 ißierttlantons. J. MOTION. Chronometer, Watch ahd Clock Maker, and Optician. Flint Street. Has always on hand a well selected stock of Jewellery. Watcheg, Clocks, Nautical Instruments, Ac., comprising Bracelets, Brooches, Earrings, Lockets, Ladies’ rings, Signet rings, Wedding rings, Keepers Albert chains, Guard chains, Stnds, Sleeve tons and Links, Gold pencils,574 words
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Advertisement665 1879-03-15 4 I NOTICE. Katz Bros., have opened out now: Cutlery. j Joseph Rodgers and Sons’ best make Table Knives, different kinds, Dessert do do Carving Knives and forks, Pen Knives with 2 and more blades, superior, Razors, single and in boxes of 2,3, or 4 pieces, Plated War*-. A n assortment665 words
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Advertisement118 1879-03-15 4 NETHERLANDS INDIA DISCOUNT COMPANY. The undersigned having been appointed Agents by Power of Attorney dated Batavia, 19th June, 1809,) 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 this place.118 words
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Advertisement613 1879-03-15 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers op European, China, Japan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Clock Makers; JEWELLERB 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 of fine Tweeds,613 words
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Advertisement696 1879-03-15 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG Commercial Square, Beach Street’# "~*z& mih.nJ. II a,,4,n Wrt- SOM ton- 1 35M*"5, “>«< -in 1 to! Hn I el i, L' lrrr lee* '"‘if meet v» n Fit. SJrr ivjsr Other foods I Aaren iJi rone V n teir«Ti Mrt e eTTij696 words
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