Singapore Daily Times, 18 September 1879
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Title Section12 1879-09-18 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE. THURSDAY, 18th SEPTEMBER, 1879. No. 13,88412 words
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Article, Illustration425 1879-09-18 1 Office— l, Collyer Quay. Godowns— At New Harbour. Tm are tbe date* on which *U»<Joißpany’e Mail Steamers way be expected to arrive at Singapore during the year 1879: Ottwaid. Hobfwaed. Tu«*d*j 21st Jm. Fri«l*7 loti J“- 4th Feb *4th IRth Wh Feb. ith Mm.425 words
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Article145 1879-09-18 1 Agamemnon. Ultsses. Ajax. Patboclus. Achilles. Antenor. Diomed. Deucalion. N E6TOR. GLAUCUB. Priam. Anchibeb. Sabpedon. Orestes. Hector. Stentob. Menelaub. Teucer. The Coy’s Steamers are despatched from Liverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accoirmodaticn for first and third145 words
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257 1879-09-18 1 The following dates on which the ste.mere of the Message™ Mantm.es may be expected to > m dnrm B le current year H 0.r.»«0. Otvwasd. 1879 February Friday 1 >‘ p *r rr o« an 28 do Monaw, l? J H 1 -r Hr *> is257 words
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180 1879-09-18 1 The steamers of this Company will b 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 the undernoted dates Saturday, Marrh 29th I180 words
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Article44 1879-09-18 1 Messrs. A pcar A Co.’s steamer Rindontan, 991 tons, Captain McConnell, may be expected here on or about the 19th instant, en route to above ports. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES. Agents. Singapore, Ist Sept., 1879.44 words
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Article42 1879-09-18 1 Messrs. Apcab A Co.’s steamer Anatoon Apcar, 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may be expected here on or about tbe i6th instant, en route to above port. For freight or passage, apply to. SARKIES A MOSES. Agents. Singapore, Ist Sept., 1879.42 words
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964 1879-09-18 1 The Steamers of the above Company will fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours after the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Monet, First Glass. From Singapore to Batavia 46 Padang 94 i Cheribon R f'teSBSSiPr.. 8: I964 words
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Insurance.
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Article73 1879-09-18 1 Capital 3 1,500.000. Paid-up 138.882. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. .Tardine 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 8100,000 on each bottom, and on tbe Block73 words
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47 1879-09-18 1 EBTABLIBHED 1838. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned has been appointed Agent at Singapore for the above Company, and is prepared to accept risks by first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER, Agent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (u. c.)47 words
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Article58 1879-09-18 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every description of property at the current Rites of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1878, £258,772.9 Q O. Claims arranged by tbe Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. Tbe jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents, MARTIN, DYCE58 words
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Article42 1879-09-18 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Oompany, and are prepared to take risks upon oargo on the customary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY A CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (u. c.^42 words
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49 1879-09-18 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-c-)49 words
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46 1879-09-18 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 the current rates of premium. RAUTENBERG, SCHMIDT A CO. Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. u. c.46 words
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70 1879-09-18 1 Head Office, Batavia. The undersigned, Agents for the ab yrt' Company, are prepared to take risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel oy the customary terms. 33$ o/o discount allowed on all risks foi coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to70 words
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45 1879-09-18 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 n e life. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. (n. o.)45 words
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Article29 1879-09-18 1 Capital 61.000.000. CHTEF OFFICES. London 79, Cornhill E. G. Edinburgh, 31 George Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD A CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., '876. (u. c.)29 words
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71 1879-09-18 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 cnutomary terms. 33$ o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyagee, and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
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199 1879-09-18 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, 60 Graoechurch Street. London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman William Hind. E,<ire. j Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq M. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The199 words
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64 1879-09-18 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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86 1879-09-18 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 grant86 words
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53 1879-09-18 1 Established 1821 Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Total Invested Funds, upwards of 3,000,000 ,i unual Inoome 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 00. Singapore, let53 words
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43 1879-09-18 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sierlino Extension or Limits. One F rst class risk 3 80,000. Two &4joining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS A CO. Agents Singapore, 17th Dec., 1875. (u. o.)43 words
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46 1879-09-18 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., Agents Singapore, 11th Jnly, 1878 (u. c.)46 words
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Article106 1879-09-18 1 Capital, Two Millions Sterling OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester— Exchange Street. Liverpool-28. Exchang Street Bast Birmingham— 12. Bennett’s Hill. London— 10, Cornhill. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristol— 50, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd. Esq. (Messrs. Todd A Ooston. CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN106 words
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219 1879-09-18 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: Glasgow f 50 West G.oegi l Steeet. Edinburgh, 17 George Street London 2K.NoW.LL.il. Street. Liverpool f IBL Chambers, Liverpool f Water219 words
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56 1879-09-18 1 The undersigned have been appointed agents for the above Oompany 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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97 1879-09-18 4 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Aidi-e, Esq. M«l«hm*. A GO Z. ?J rne fWM«rs. Holliday. Wiw, 00.1 v 'T Manser, fWeaara.TlonslaajApraikACo.) H. Niraiae, f Romeo Company Ltd.) RemHioa. fJ. J. doe97 words
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137 1879-09-18 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard J. Ashton. Esq. Alfred Onneer. Eaq. Thomas G. Barclay, William Hawthorn, Robert O. L. Reran, Oeoree HihWt, Perciral Rosanqnet, Samuel Hrd<\ Jamea Rrand, William Trail. ff Charles Care, Charier Marryat, George H.137 words
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82 1879-09-18 4 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal Charters) Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Paid-up Capital 350,000 Fire Reserve Fund... 31st Dec., 1878... £«51.625 Fire Premium Reserve 305,065 Total Fire Reserves ~1,*****0 Income of the Fire Department, Net Premiums and Interest... 976,119 The undersigned, Agents for82 words
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79 1879-09-18 4 The undersigned, Agents for the ‘‘ltalia” Marine Insurance Company Limited, at Genoa, Have now been authorized to accept Marine risks upon Cargo by steamer and sailing vessel on the customary terms. The usual discount is allowed on all risks for coasting voyages79 words
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30 1879-09-18 4 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine risks at current rates. PATERSON SIMONS CO. Singapore, 18th Dec, 1878 (a. c.)30 words
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Article41 1879-09-18 4 The undersigned have been authorised to a'low the usual discount on all risks. 33$ o/o on all country business and 15 o/o to Europe and Australia. A. L. JOHNSTON A CO. Singapore, 6th June, 1879. (to 6th Sept.)41 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement120 1879-09-18 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notici. Od and after the 1st January, Ice will be sold retail, at the rate of 3 Cents perpound. The Ice House is opened for the sale of Ioe daily from 6 a.. M. to 10.30 M. and from 12.30 to 6 P. M.120 words
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Advertisement74 1879-09-18 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, OF THE LATEST SURVEY, and NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Modibatb Pwow, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Price of Eacn. I Nautical Almanaca Charts, de (Double Sheet) I*Bo. (Single Sheet) 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u. c.) I FOR SALE. The undersigned have74 words
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Advertisement140 1879-09-18 1 ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSOCIATION. 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 damage. CAMERON DUNLOP CO. Agents, Singapore, Uth Jane, 1878. (a. c.) MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ship* or vessels insured in140 words
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STRAITS TIMES THURSDAY, 18TH SEPT., 1879
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Article286 1879-09-18 2 Singapore, 18th September, 1879. Gambier I 3.92*. Black Pepper 8.60. White Pepper, fair quality 13.50. Sago Flour, Sarawac 3.30. Pearl Sago. 4 07*. Coffee, Bontvne 17.50. Tapioca, small Flake 5.66 to 5.75. Tin 23*. 40s. Mule twist 86. 8* lbs. Shirtings 1.57*. 7 do do 1.47*. 6286 words
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938 1879-09-18 2 Afghanistan. London, 17 th September.— The telegrams published by the limes and Daily Telegraph are entirely unconfirmed. Further details show that the outbreak at Cabul was unpremeditated. London, 17 th September. was captured on the 28th August. Mr. John Jack’s Company will play Our Boys938 words
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Article947 1879-09-18 2 There was a larger attendance than ever at Wilson’s Circus last night both of Europeans, Civil and Military, and Natives of all classes and sexes, and it was estimated that there must have been nearly two thousand people present. The tent was in fact crammed full of spectators947 words
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3978 1879-09-18 3 (Continued.) COMMOS G AMI MG HOUSES BILL The Council having resumed Committee on the Bill to repeal and re eaact, with amendments, Ordinance No. IX of 1876. The Acting ATTORNEY-GENERAL said, with reference to the 1st Section, which had been left over from the3,978 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement740 1879-09-18 2 #rto atJbfrttsrmrnts. HONGKONG ANT) SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5.000,000 Dollar*. Reserve Fund 1,300,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman.— Wm. H. Forbes, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell Co.) Deputy Chairman.—The Hon. W. Keswick (of Messrs. Jardine Mstbeeon 4 Co.) F. D. Sassoon. Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons 4 Co.)740 words
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Advertisement807 1879-09-18 2 IN THE VICE ADMIRALTY COURT STRAITS SETTLEMENTS. In the matter of the British Steam Ship or vessel called the Martaban,’ whereof I de Padua is or lately was master. The undersigned are instructed to sell by Public Auction, at their store, coner of Flint Street a"d Battery Road, on Wednes807 words
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Advertisement674 1879-09-18 2 TOWN HALL Singapore. JOHN JACK’S DRAMATIC COMPANY. Manager Mr. John Jack. Business Manager... Mr. Geo. Norvilli THURSDAY, 18th SEPT., 1879. First Appearance op The beaut'ful and wonderfully versatile Actress aud Vocalist, Miss ANNIE FIRMIN. And the popular Comedian, MR JOHN JACK Who have been honored with Distinguished Patronage ani Crowded674 words
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Advertisement439 1879-09-18 2 FOE MALACCA. PENANG MOULMEIN, RANGOON AND CALCUTTA. The B. I. 8. N. Oo.’s steamer Mecca, 936 tons, register, will leave the roads for above ports at 2 p. m. on Saturday next the 20th instant. She will also take Passengers and Cargo for Akyab, Bimlipatam, Vizagapatam, Coconada, Madras, Ac. Ac.439 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article76 1879-09-18 3 Wednesday, 17th September. Sarawak steamer Rajah Brooke” 254 tons, Reynolds commander, Ssrawak 15th Sept., consignees Borneo Company Ltd. British steamer Harter” 1,196 tons, Branthwait commander, Amoy Bth Sept, consignees Paterson Simons Co. Dutch steamer Ophir” 286 tons, van Marion commander, Rhio 17th Sept., consignees Hamilton Gray A Co Thursday,76 words
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Article45 1879-09-18 3 Wednesday, 17th September. British barque Rookwood” Jewell, for Bangkok. Siamese barque Tye Watt” Brehn, for Saigon. British steamer Penang” Mclndoe, for 'ourabaya. British ship Sydney Eggers” Davison, for London. British barque Challenge” Doughty, for Bangkok. British steamer Petrel 7 Grenfell, for Cheribon.45 words
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Article787 1879-09-18 3 x 1 hips’Nam Ks. Captains. Flag A Rio op ar- A'hereFbom Whkrk Lying Consignees or Agents Destination. RIVALS •lEN-OF- K’\ Foxhound t Nowell H. M’s. str. 420 June 17 Bangkok Roads Senior Naval Officer. Station Fly St. Clair H. M’s. str. 450 Aug. 7 Penang Do.787 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement330 1879-09-18 3 ftotitttf. FOR SALE. Gerolstein Natural Spring Water. A few cases of the above just imported. Apply to, W. MANSFIELD A CO. Singapore, 5 th Sept., 1879. (to 5th Oct.) NOTICE. The authority given to Mr. J C. Jacob to sign our firm has ceased from this date. JOSEPH A CO.330 words
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Docks.
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703 1879-09-18 4 The works of the Company are situated 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, and protected703 words
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189 1879-09-18 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 154 feet Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2.189 words
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258 1879-09-18 4 THE PRYE RIVER DOCK COMPANY LIMITED” Incorporated under the Indian Act X of 1866. CAPITAL 200.000 In 2000 Shares of 100 each of which 93,900 have already been subscribed. BOARD CF DIRECTORS. David Brown Es <*.—Chairman. T. C. Bogaardt Esq. G. P. Tolson Esq. J. M. Vermont IJ. Lamb Oh258 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement569 1879-09-18 4 iflisrdlatttmts. j. MOTION. Chronometer, Watch and Clock Makes, and Optician. Flint Street. Has always on hand a well selected stock of Jewellery, Watches, Clocks, Nautical Instruments, 4c., comprising Bracelets, Brooches. Barrings, Lockets, Ladies’ rings, Signet rings. Wedding rings, Beepers Albert chains, Guard chains. I Ladies’ goldwatche, Gents’ ditto.. Silver watches,569 words
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Advertisement477 1879-09-18 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 kegs477 words
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Advertisement244 1879-09-18 4 PIGOU WILKS LAURENCE^ LIMITED. Alliance Gunpowder. Pigou Wilke and Laurence beg to call the atention of Sportsmen to the Gun Trials held at Wimbledon in May 1879, at which trials the winner of the first Prize used. P. W. 4 L's Alliance No. 49run. A glance at the published table244 words
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Advertisement602 1879-09-18 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's outfiits made np on the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine Tweeds, Cashmere602 words
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Advertisement694 1879-09-18 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL BTORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG. Commercial Square. Beach Street s. on hand awell JlSSUtlta Hekk «te#d# elected »nd hnn W "*>rr#di###» richly MKnrt- fi2*T 5* 0 1 11 Msorti •I#teokofall ler d n m K,l European and In£lJ»L '•T.' rt n, r onci»<-h«i artioCTS S? ‘.S’ i?™E; Modern#694 words
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