Singapore Daily Times, 31 July 1879
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Title Section12 1879-07-31 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, THURSDAY, 31st JULY, 1879. No. 13,84312 words
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Article, Illustration425 1879-07-31 1 Office—l, Collyer Quay. Godowns—At New Harbour. Tub wflnmiMWPWiiftritt ♦bich this Company’s Mail Steamers may be expected to arrive at Singapore during the year 1879:OOTWABD. HOMEWARD. T n «*d«y flat Jan. Friday loth Jan. 4*b Feb 18th 7th Feb. *tb Mar *let 18th 7th Mar.425 words
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Article144 1879-07-31 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patboclus. Achilles. Antenob. Diomed. Deucalion. NIBTOB. OLAUCUB. Fbiam. Anchises. Fabpedon. Obestes. Hictob. Stentob. Winilaub. Teucir. The Coy’s Steamers are despatched from Liverpool outwarda for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accommodation for first and third class144 words
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257 1879-07-31 1 The followin'' are tbe dates on which tbo steamers of tbe Messageries Maritime! may be expected to et™ k™ dnnng tte current yesr:— Ottwa.d--1070 *879. Wednesday 12 February j Friday, 17 Jtnuary do 12 March 14 February it 26 do 28 do Monday, 7 Aoril M»rcl»257 words
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179 1879-07-31 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched Item jigpporw Penang, Moulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta, taking Passengers and Cargo for Akyab, Chittagong, Bimlipatam, Vizagapatam, Coconada, Masulipatam, Madras, Calient, Tellicbery Ac, during the current year at the undernoted dates Saturday, March 29th Saturday, August, 16th179 words
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Article42 1879-07-31 1 Messrs. Apcab A Co’s steamer Anatoon Apcar, 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may be expected here on or about the 28th instant, en route to above port. For freight or passage, apply to. SARKIES A MOSES. Agents. Singapore, Ist July, 1879.42 words
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978 1879-07-31 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now plvbetween Singapore andßat* via every fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours aftei the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Friar 3, London. Passage Money, First Class. From Singapore to i Batavia 46978 words
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Insurance.
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Article72 1879-07-31 1 Capital S 1,500.000. Paid-np 133.332Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Meaai-a. Jabdine Matheson A Co., Hongkong. Tbe undersigned, Agents for the Office, are authorised to inanre goods by A. 1. Sailing Vesaels or Steamers to the extent of 8100,000 on each bottom, and on the Rlock and72 words
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46 1879-07-31 1 Established 1836. Cap-pal £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. Tt r undersigned has been appointed wk. Singapore for tbe above Company, and is prepared to accept risks by first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER, Agent. Singapore, 14tb Feby. 1878. (u.c.)46 words
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Article56 1879-07-31 1 Established 1710. Tnanrancea effected upon almost everv description of property at the current R'tea of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1878, £258,772,9°C. Claims arranged by the Local Agenta, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jnrisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents. MARTIN. DYCE A CO.56 words
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Article41 1879-07-31 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Strfft. 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 Jnly, 1872. (n.ji.)41 words
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49 1879-07-31 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 GO.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. fn.o.^49 words
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46 1879-07-31 1 (Berlin -Cologne Fibe Insurance Company. Limited, Berlin.) Thi 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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78 1879-07-31 1 Head Office, Batavia. The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to take risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. 33i 0/0 discount allowed on all risks foi c oasting voyages, and 15 0/0 on all risks to78 words
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44 1879-07-31 1 Capital 2,000,000. Funds in reserve exclusive of Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang: BOUSTEAD A CO. Fire department Limit £12,000, on a first class risk. Lifr department: Limit £2,000 on ne life. Singapore, 19th Sept, 1877. (u. c.)44 words
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Article30 1879-07-31 1 CAPTT4L <*l .000.000. OFFIC E S. London 79, Corvhill E. C. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singanore. BOUSTEAD A CO. i., Singapore, 22nd fak. a*-30 words
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71 1879-07-31 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 0/0 discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 0/0 on all risks71 words
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201 1879-07-31 1 j Offices. I Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings. 60 Gracechurch Street. London. Chairman of the Company. Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman Wffliam Hind, E.qre, j Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq M. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan,201 words
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64 1879-07-31 1 Head Office, Batavia. The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to issue Policies covering Marine risks on goods to all parts of the world AT REDUCED RATES. They are also prepared to take Fire risks of every description at the lowest current64 words
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87 1879-07-31 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 grant87 words
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52 1879-07-31 1 Established 1821 Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Total Invested Funds, upwards of 3,000,000 Annual Income upwards of 400,000 The undersigned have been appointep 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 1879-07-31 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sierlinq 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. o.)42 words
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46 1879-07-31 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 A 00., Agoris Singapore, 11th July, 1878 (n. c.)46 words
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104 1879-07-31 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. MancheBTßß—Exchange Street Liverpool—2B. Exchang Street East Birmingham—l 2. Bennett’s Hill. London—ln, Oornhill. Glasgow— 4, Sonth Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Street CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd. Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Coston.) CHAIRMAN IN LITIRPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW.104 words
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220 1879-07-31 1 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: Glasgow f 5O W BT Geoeol t Street. Edinburgh 17 George Street London f 2 King William l Street. feX™' Manchester 47220 words
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56 1879-07-31 1 The undersigned have been appointed agents for the above Company and are prepared to accept risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. The usual discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages and on risks to Europe and America. REME BROTHERS.56 words
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104 1879-07-31 4 CAPITAL $2,000,000 1 Paid-np 40n.0n0 Reserve Fund 564,202 Gfnfrai, Managers. Messrs JaHine Mstheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Oommittee. A. Andre, Esq. 'Vo««rc. W*l*h*r*, A C,n.\ .T. P P»m«* rvo««ro WnlWdnT.Wiw AOn 1 A.T Vnnenr, fW*Mr*.TVw,«S*«,T.*iw *iWkOo.) W. Vinrioo, fUnrnnn Ontnnanr TiH.l J. 7. do*104 words
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141 1879-07-31 4 Capital £i,f?ooooo. Pnid-nn and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard 7. Ashton, Esq »If-nd Gnn-n*. Esq. Thorns* G. Rarnlsv, William Wswth.MfU, Robert O. T». Rerun, Georsr 'PV.*rt, Reroirsl Ro«*nquet, fis"--'-’ Rid*. .Tsmes Rrand, WUMnw T.rstl, Ohsrles Osre. Omrlee M*HT*l. Genres H. Ohamhers,141 words
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82 1879-07-31 4 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal Charters) Subscribed Capital £2,000,001 Paid-up Capital 350,001Fire Reserve Fund... 31st Dec., 1878... £851.625 Fire Premium Reserve 305,065 Total Fire Reserves ~1,156.690 Income of the Fire Department, Net Premiums and Interest... 976,119 The undersigned, Agents for the82 words
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78 1879-07-31 4 The unpersiqnfd. 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 1879-07-31 4 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine risks at current rates. PATERSON SIMONB A CO. Singapore, 18th Dec, 1878 (n. c.)31 words
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Article41 1879-07-31 4 The undersigned have been authorised to a'low the usual discount < n all risks. 3J| o/o on all country business and 15 o/o to Europe and Australia. A. L. JOHNSTOV A CO. Singapore, 6th June, 1879. (to 6th Sept.)41 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement115 1879-07-31 1 SIKGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notice. On and after the Ist January, Ice will be sold retail, at the rate of 3 Cents perpound. The Ice Bouse is opened for the sale of Ice daily from 6 a. m. to 6 P. m. Tickets for 2, 3 or 5115 words
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Advertisement114 1879-07-31 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, or THE LATEST SURVEY, and NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Moderate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Price or Nautical Almanac Charts, de (Double Sheet) y (Single Sheet) Eacu. 11.25. 1.80. 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u. c.) FOR SALE. The undersigned have114 words
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Advertisement138 1879-07-31 1 ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSOCIATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWRITERS, DUNDEE. The undersized 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. (u. o.) MONTROSE UNDERWRITING-ASSO-CIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured in138 words
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62 1879-07-31 2 service of sleeping Cara has been organized to ran once a week from Brindisi to Calais attached to the Trains conveying the India and China Mails. Fare Brindisi to Bologna fra. 30. Bologna to Calais 70. Tickets can be obtained at the Company’s Office,62 words
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Article37 1879-07-31 2 The Rubattino steamer India is due j here on the 29tb instant, and will have quick despatch she has splendid accom- 1 modation for passengers. Apply to RE ME BROTHERS, Agents. Singapore, 26th July, 1879.37 words
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Article220 1879-07-31 2 In the Supreme Count of thk Straits Settlements. Settlement or Singapore. NOTICE. In the Matter of a Baderuptcy Petition against himself by Mahombd Esoppoo, Trader, residing and carry ing on business at No. 236 Arab Street in the town of Singapore. Upon the hearing of this220 words
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STRAITS TIMES
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138 1879-07-31 2 Singapore, 31st July, 1879. Gambier I 3 87$. Black Pepper 7.95. White Pepper, fair quality 13. Sago Flour, Sarawak 3.15. Pearl Sago 4.07*. Coffee, Bontyne 15.65. Tin 20. 40s. Mule twist 86. 8$ lbs. Shirtings 1.57}. 7 do do 1.45. 6 do T.138 words
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Article140 1879-07-31 2 Per S. S. Viceroy 30th Jnly. For Singapore.— From London: Mr. Murray. Per S. 8. Pyah Pekhet 27th July. For Malacca—From Singapore: Ven Archdeacon Hose, and 50 deok. Vail Notices. Mail 8 close for:— Malacca and Penang, per S. S. Japan at l p. m. tomorrow. Hongk >ng, Shanghai140 words
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49 1879-07-31 2 London, 30 lh July. —The Bill to amend the law with respect to the liability of banking and other joint stock companies brought on by the Chancellor of the Exchequer has been read the 2nd time in the House of Commons.49 words
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Article3056 1879-07-31 2 The Turkish Ministry, on the demand of the British and French Ambassadors, has conceded to Tewfik Pacha all the privileges hitherto enjoyed by Ismail. The P. and O. steamer Cathay, with the Loudon mail of the 4th July, left Penang at 3 p. m. today, and may be expected3,056 words
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1259 1879-07-31 3 The announcement by H. E. Sir William Robinson shortly before be went home that Government bad resolved to make a road from Collyer Quay to Tanjong Pagar across Teluk Ayer Bay and fill up the bay was a pleasing surprise to the public, and1,259 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement633 1879-07-31 2 fix to gfobfrtteemfnW. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5,000,000 Dollar*. Reserve Fund 1,300,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman.—W*. H. Fobbes, E*q. (of Messrs. Russell A Co.) Dtpuiy Chairman.—' The Hob. W. Keswick (of Messrs. Jardine Matheson A Co.) F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons633 words
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Advertisement871 1879-07-31 2 ISSUE OF NEW SHARES. THE TANJONG PAGAR DOCK COMPANY LIMITED” Notice is hereby given, by order of the Directors, that (in exercise of the powers vested in them by the Resolutions for the increase of the Company’s Capital by tbe issue of New Shares passed at the Extraordinary General Meeting871 words
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Advertisement448 1879-07-31 2 FOR SALE, The Goodwill. Lease, Furniture and Fixtures, OF THE CENTRAL HOTEL.” Shanghai, China. This Hotel, which is furnished throughout in a very superior manner, has been in operation for upwards of 3$ years, and affords an excellent opportunity for an energetic man, or a married couple, to secure a448 words
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Advertisement460 1879-07-31 2 TOWN HALL. Friday and Saturday, the Ist and 2nd August, 1879. PBOFEBBOB M. Michbll wijl give two Entertainments on the above nights when amongst others. Decapitation, In a kneeling position will be produced. At the end of the performance the Professor will give away some valuable presents. Doors open at460 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement288 1879-07-31 3 FOR SALE. I EX. AURREBA,” FROM BARCELONA, j Superior Spanish Tinto wine in casks and hogsheads;—also, superior Sherry in barrels and in cases. E. H. HINNEKINDT. Singapore, 3rd July, 1879. (to 3rd Augt.) FOR SALE. A stylish mail phaeton built by G. H. Brown A Co., in very good order,288 words
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Advertisement227 1879-07-31 3 W. A A. GILBBTB WINES. The undersigned are prepared to supply the Wines, Brandies Ac. on Messrs W. A A. Gilbey’s catalogue GUTHRIE A CO. Agents. Singapore, 17th Jnly, 1879. (to 17th Aug.) NOTICE. The Undersigned, whilst sincerely thanking all Land and Plantation Owners for the kind support he has227 words
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Notices.
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Article173 1879-07-31 3 In The Supreme Court or the Straits Settlements. Settlement op Singapore. In the matter of Richard Brennand and James Brennand carrying on business in copartnership at No. 9 Boat Quay, Singapore, under the name or firm of Brennand and Company and also at No. 106 Fenchurch173 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article114 1879-07-31 3 Wednes ay, 30th July. British steamer Viceroy, 1,891 tons, Camyr commander, Lou- j don 20th June, consignees Martin Dyce A Co. British steamer Pearl, 705 tons, Munk commander, Saigon j 27th July, consignees Buu Hin A Co. Siamese brie Mercury, 332 tons, Nacodah, Bangkok 23rd July. Dutch br'g Kim114 words
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Article44 1879-07-31 3 Wednesday, 30th July. British steamer Pyah Pekhet, Joyce, for Penang via Malacca and Native States. British steamer Kilwa, Paterson, for Achcen. British steamer Anchises, Jackson, for London. American barque Olustee, Nickerson, for New York. M. M. steamer Djemnah, Didier, for Marseilles.44 words
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Article644 1879-07-31 3 I Dat8 L Ships’ Names. Captains. Flag C Rig op ar- WrebeFbom. Where Lying Consignees or Agents Destination. RIVALS. MEN-OF-WA Encounter Denison H. M’s. str. 1934 May ifi'Port Natal Roads Senior Naval Officer. station Foxhound Novell |H. M’s. str. 420 done 17 Bangkok Do. Senior Naval644 words
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Docks.
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706 1879-07-31 4 Tw* work* of the Company are situated at Tanjong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Pin toipore, and comprise the following establishments, viz Wharf. —Affording berthage for twenty reesels at one time with sufficient water alongside for Teasels of the heaviest draught.706 words
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192 1879-07-31 4 This Company execute* ships’ repairs of all descriptions in the most efficient manner under the superintendence of European Shipwrights and Engineers. No. 1 Grating Dock. Length—416 feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 154 feet Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Grating192 words
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265 1879-07-31 4 THE PRYE RIVER DOCK COMPANY LIMITED” Incorporated undvr the Indian Act X of 1«68. CAPITAL 200.000 In 2000 Shares of 100 each of which 93.900 have already been subscribed. BOARD OF DIRECTORS. David Brown Esq.—Chairman. T. O. Bogaardt Esq. I G. P. To won Esq. J. M. Vermont I J.265 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement652 1879-07-31 4 iWi«te(lantou3. Binocular glasses, Telescopes, Spectacles in gold and steel frames, J. MOTION. Chronometer, Watch and Clock Maker, and Optician. Flint Street. Has always on hand a well selected stock f Jewellery, Watches, Clocks, Nautical nstruments, Ac., comprising Irseelets, Ladies gold watche, Irooches. Cents’ ditto., tar-inn, Silver watches, ywketa. American clocks,652 words
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Advertisement479 1879-07-31 4 NOTICE. Ex. 8. 8. Menmuir. Katz Bros, have received by the above steamer. Australian butter in 1 and 2 lbs. tins of excellent quality. Australian wine from the most famous Veneyards, red and white in quarts and pints, comprising: Hermitage. Riesling. Burgundy, Dalwood and Hock. Also Australian Beef in kegs479 words
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Advertisement170 1879-07-31 4 NOTICE. Now unpacking ex. S. 8. Olengyle. A small parcel of fancy Worsted Coat* White Bedford Cord, White Buckskin. Gentlemen’s all White Canvas Shoes, Do. Morocco Shoes, elastic sides, Children’s Shoes, Flaps, Tape and buckles, in all sizes 4 to 13. A few pairs (only) of Ladies’ Court Shoes, 90170 words
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Advertisement609 1879-07-31 4 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'* outfiit* made up on the ehorteit notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine Tweeds.609 words
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Advertisement707 1879-07-31 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG. Commercial Square, Reach Street 27. Halton fort- Sont too- R«Mim .wh»nd»w«ll wM>hrnn<l win jours bleu i *oor ndi;een •‘‘luoteA and wohlaaaortir- a« •ort i a! ryk aneortiriohW aaaort. tea T.airer al- lan* ton* ment ran Kti“l *t/v>Vof*H Il«r Rnrona*. I»*art<flt«* -OT>«i*-’b*»rt|. _,‘iroi*«an anil707 words
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