Singapore Daily Times, 27 September 1879
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Title Section12 1879-09-27 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, SATURDAY, 27th SEPTEMBER, 1879. No. 13,89212 words
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Article, Illustration411 1879-09-27 1 Office*— l, Collyer Quay. Godowns— At New Harbour. 'The urdernoted ar < the dates on which this Company’s M«9 Steamers umy be expected to arrive at Singapore during the year 1879: Outward. Homeward. Tne«d»y ojgt Jan. Friday 10th Jan. 4th Feb. 24th urn Peb411 words
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Article146 1879-09-27 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achilles. Antenor. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucub. Priam. Ancbises. SARPEDON. ORE8TE8. Hectoe. Stentor. Mbnelaus. 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 aocoirmodaticn for first and third class146 words
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262 1879-09-27 1 Toe following a™‘he dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritime* may be expected to arrive here during the current year:— Hoar, visa. Wednesday laFebmiy Frl(Ujl 1 3 FJft^‘ U7 rr ,y Monday, 7 April JJ ”5? 2 r Mav 11 A P nl In262 words
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184 1879-09-27 1 The steamers of this Company will b despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Monlmein, Rangoon and Calcutta, taking Passengers and Cargo for Akyab, Chittagong. Bimlipatam, Vizagapatam, Coconada, Masulipatam, Madras, Calicut, Tellichery Ac., during the current year at the uridernoted dates:— Saturday, March 29th I184 words
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Article44 1879-09-27 1 Messrs. A pcak A Co.’s steamer Hindontan, 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. AgeDts. Singapore, Ist Sept., 1879.44 words
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Article39 1879-09-27 1 Messrs. Apcar Co.’s steamer Arratoon Apcar, 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may be expected here on or about the‘.6tb instant, m route to above port. For freight or passage, apply to. SARKIES MOSES. Agents. Singapore, 1st Sept., 1879.39 words
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957 1879-09-27 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore andBatavia every fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours after the arrival of the English Mail from home I Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Money, First Class. From Singapore to Batavia *6 Padaug957 words
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Insurance.
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Article70 1879-09-27 1 Capital 1,500.000. Paid-up 133.332Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. Jardine Matheson Co., Hongkong. Tbe undersigned, Agents for tbe 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 Block and Machinery of70 words
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47 1879-09-27 1 Established 1836. Capital £1,000,000. Reserve £340,000. The undersigned has been appointed Agent at Singapore for tbe above Company. and is prepared to accept risks by first Class Steamer* and Sailing vessels: H. W. GEIGER, Agent. Singapore, 14th Feby. 1878. (n. c.)47 words
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Article55 1879-09-27 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every description of property at the current Rites of Premium. Total Sum insured in 1878, £258,772.980. Claims arranged by the Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. Tbe jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents. MARTIN, DYCE CO. Singapore,55 words
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Article41 1879-09-27 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Company, and are prepared to take risks npon cargo on the customary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (n. c.)41 words
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48 1879-09-27 1 The undersigned, Agents for the above Company, 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 CO.) Singapore, 5th April, 1866. (u.c.)48 words
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45 1879-09-27 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 Bisks at the current rates of premium. RAUTENBERG, SCHMIDT CO. Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. u. c.45 words
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69 1879-09-27 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 c oasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to69 words
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43 1879-09-27 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. Lips department: Limit £2,000 on ne life. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. (n.43 words
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Article28 1879-09-27 1 Capital fil.onn.oon. CHTEF OFFICE'?. London 79, Oornhill E. 0. Edinburgh, 31 Georoe Street. Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD CO. Singapore, 22nd Feb., 1876. (u. c.l28 words
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70 1879-09-27 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. 33$ o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks70 words
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194 1879-09-27 1 OFFICEB. Queen Insurance Buildings, Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, 60Gh-aceohurcli 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,, to Policy194 words
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64 1879-09-27 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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84 1879-09-27 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 grant84 words
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95 1879-09-27 1 Established 1821 Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 I T'-'tal Invested Funds, upwards of 3,000,000 Annual Income upwards of 400,000 The undersigned have been appoxntep Agents at Singapore and are prepared to issue policies against Fire on the usual terms. PATERSON, SIMONS CO. Singapore, Ist April,95 words
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47 1879-09-27 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 Singsrww. Jit.li July, I Q 7® (n-o)47 words
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101 1879-09-27 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester—Exchange Street. Liverpool—2B. Exchang Street East Birmingham—l 2. Bennett’s Hill. London—lo, Comhill. Glasgow—4, Sonth Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Street. CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. John Todd. Esq. (Messrs. Todd Ooston. CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLABGOW. Alex. Ewing,101 words
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216 1879-09-27 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 West George l Street. Edinburgh, 17 George Street 2K s" iM tes 8 Manchester, 47 Brown Street. The undersigned216 words
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56 1879-09-27 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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101 1879-09-27 4 Capital $2,000,000 Paid-up 400.000 Reserve Fund 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson A Co. Hongkong. Consulting Committee. A. Andre, Esq. (Measi-a. Melehers. A Co.) J. P. Rarnes fMeaera. HolHday.Wise A Co.) A. T. Manner, fMeaarB.Dontrlas.LariraikftCo.) TT. NiVaiae, (Borneo Cnmpanv Ltd.) J. .T. doe RemedioB,101 words
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136 1879-09-27 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richard .T. Ashton, Esq. Alfred Gnneer, Esq. Thntnan G. Barclay, William Hawthorn, Robert O. L. Reran, Geortre Hibhert, Pereira) Roaanqnet, Samuel Hr.te. Jamea Rrand, William Lrall, Charles Care, Charles Marryat, Oeoree H. Chambers,136 words
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82 1879-09-27 4 London and Edinburgh. (Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal Charter^) Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Paid-up Capital 350,000 Fire Reserve Fund... 31st Dec., 1878... £851.625 Fire Premium Reserve 305,065 Total Fire Reserves ~1,156,690 Income of the Fire Department, Net Premiums and Interest... 976,119 The undersigned, Agents for82 words
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78 1879-09-27 4 The undersigned, Agents for the “Italia” Marine Insurance Company Limited, at Genoa., Have now been authorized to accept Marine risks upon Cargo by steamer and sailing vessel on the customary terms. The usual discount is allowed on all risks for coasting voyages78 words
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31 1879-09-27 4 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine risks at current rates. PATERSON SIMONS A CO. Singapore, 18th Dec., 1878. (u. c.)31 words
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Article41 1879-09-27 4 The undersigned have been authorised to allow the usual discount on all risks. 33$ o/o on all country business and 15 o/o to Europe and Australia. A. L. JOHNBTON A CO. Singapore, 6th June, 1879. (to 6th Sept.)41 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement121 1879-09-27 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notice. On and after the Ist January, Ice will be Bold retail, at the rate of 3 Cents perThe Ice House is opened for the sale of Ice daily from 6 A. n. to 10.30 a. m. and from 12.30 to 6 P. M.121 words
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Advertisement77 1879-09-27 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS admiralty charts, OF THE LATEST SURVEY, and NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Moderate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Price of Nautical Almanacs Charts, de (Double Sheet) (Single Sheet) Eacn. 1.25. 1.80. 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (n. c.) FOR SALE. The undersigned have just77 words
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Advertisement139 1879-09-27 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, (u. o.) Singapore, 11th June, 1878. MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured in139 words
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STRAITS TIMES SATURDAY, 27TH SEPT., 1879.
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Article139 1879-09-27 2 Singapore, 27th September, 1879 Gambier f 3.875. Black Pepper.... 8.50. White Pepper, fair quality 13.50. Sago Flour, SarawaK 3.30. Pearl Sago 4.075. Coffee, Bontyne 17.50. Tapioca, small Flake 5.66 to 5.75. Tin 225. 40s. Mule twist 86. 8$ lbs. Shirtings 1.575. 7 do do 1.475. 6 do139 words
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Article1125 1879-09-27 2 Per Apcar Co.’s steamer Airatoon Apcar, on the 26th September. For Singapore.—From Calcutta Captain Johnston, Messrs. Pat Doyle, and H. H. Daveson. From Penang: Mr. John Anthony. For Hongkong.— From Calcutta: Messrs. Thos. A. Apcar, Levermore, Leslie, Joseph Mayer, M. Z. Martin, Mrs. Wheeler and family. Mail Notices. Mail1,125 words
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582 1879-09-27 2 i The following new notifications ap- pear in yesterday’s Gazette Whereas under the provisions of Indian Act No. XXI of 185S, power is given to the Governor, by Proclama1 tiou, to declare what shall be deemed, for the purposes of the above recited Act, the duration582 words
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57 1879-09-27 3 Europe. London 26th Sept.— Prince Bismarck in an interview with the French Ambassador said that the alliance between Germany and Austpia ought not to cause any uneasiuess in France, that in his opinion the relations between Germany aud France were daily becoming closer, and that57 words
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Article2787 1879-09-27 3 From Indian Papers. Lahore 9th Sept.— Troops are being moved to the front, Multan and Rawilpindee. The special correspondent to the Civil and Military Gazette from Simla states that Government are making strenuous endeavours to push on the troops by completing transport arrangements speedily. General Roberts may advance2,787 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement868 1879-09-27 2 #tto a&bfrtistmtnts. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5,000,000 Dollars. Reserve Fund 1,300,000 Dollars. COURT OP DIRECTORS. Chairman.—Wm. H. Forbes, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell <fe Co.) Deputy Chairman.—' The Hon. W. Keswick (of Messrs. Jardine Matheson Co.) F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons Co.) E.868 words
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Advertisement861 1879-09-27 2 SINGAPORE RACES. AUTUMN MEETING. FIRST DAY. Tuesday, 11th November, 1879. First Race. The Maharajah’s Cup.—Value $l5O. Presented by H. H. The Maharajah of j Johore. For horses that have never won a Race upon the Singapore Course, Road- sters” excepted. Entrances $5 each to the j second horse, with $2O861 words
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Advertisement606 1879-09-27 2 TREATRE ROYAL. TOWN HALL, Singapore. Manager Mr. John Jack. Business Manager Mr. Geo. Norville. Saturday, 27th September, 1879. MISS ANNIE FIRMIN, Will appear in her Great Irish Impersonation of LIDDY LARRIGAN AND MR. JOHN JACK AS DELPH In the Splendid Comedy entitled FAMILY JARS, Buckstone’s Popular Comic Drama THE ROUGH606 words
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Advertisement397 1879-09-27 2 NOTICE. A Civil Engineer with Scientific qualifications, who has had varied experience, is open to an engagement professionally, or to Report and Prospect in Minerals. Unexceptionable references. Address Delta, care of Straits Times.” Singapore, 26th September. 1879. ExTgLENEARN” The Little Wanzer hand Sewing Machines with Marble Slabs and with Iron397 words
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Notices.
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137 1879-09-27 3 Is the Supreme Court of the Straits Settlements. Settlement of Singapore. In the matter of Yeap Cheang, residing at No. 134 Tanjong Pagar Road, in Sin gapore. George Edward Evans, of Singapore, Official Assignee, has been appointed trustee of the property of the bankrupt. The137 words
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164 1879-09-27 3 In the Supreme Court of the Straits Settlements. Settlement of Singapore. In the matter of Ebrahim bin Abdulrahman and Shaik Madarsa w, reaidingat No. 28, Omar Road, in Singapore, and carrying on business in copartnership as Cutlery shop keepers, at No. 12, North Bridge Road,164 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article91 1879-09-27 3 Friday, 26th September. British steamer Johore 91 tons, Lecain commander, Jambie 25th Sept., consignees Paterson Simons A Co. British steamer Seringapatam” 1,128 tons, Carrey commander, Madras 7th Sept. British barque Elizabeth Ostle” 740 tons, Flinu commander, Kurrachee 31st Aug. Saturday, 27th September. British steamer Louisa III” 112 tons, Harmer91 words
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Article53 1879-09-27 3 Friday, 26th September. British steamer Japan” Guan Hin, for Malacca Penang. British steamer Kilwa” Deane, for Rangoon via Penang. British steamer Moray” Butcher, for Hongkong. British steamer Priam” Butler, for London. German steamer Octava” Hansen, forKarical via Penang. Spanish steamer Victoria" Mendezona, for Manila. British ship Pendragon53 words
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Article761 1879-09-27 3 i Date 1 S Chips’ Names. Captains. Flag vRm a of ar- -Vhere From. Where Lying Uonsignees or Agents. Destination. aIVALS. .YIEN-OF- V Fl? St. Clair H. M’s. str. 45U Aug. 7 Penang Roads Senior Naval Officer. Station Bdraeo v. Broekeusou h.N. M’s str. Aug. 27761 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement147 1879-09-27 3 ORCHARD ROAD. VALUABLE FREEHOLD LAND. The undersigned have received in* structions to sell by Public Auction, on Thursday morning, 2nd October, at 8 o’clock, on the spot. In one lot, all that piece or parcel of freehold land situate in the vicinity of Orchard Road, between Government Road and Oavanagh147 words
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Advertisement281 1879-09-27 3 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 ar d Battery Road, on281 words
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Advertisement235 1879-09-27 3 ORCHARD ROAD. LAND AND HOUSE PROPERTY The undersined have received instroc tions to sell by Public Auction on Thursday Morning, 2nd October, at 8 o’clock, on the Spot. That Valuable Freehold property with an extensive frontage on Orchard Road, between Tank Road and Oxley Road adjoining Mr. Liddelow’B Land comprising235 words
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Docks.
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709 1879-09-27 4 Thu works of the Company are situated at Tanjong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Singapore, and comprise the following establishments, viz Wharf I .—Affording berthage for twenty vessels at one time with sufficient water alongside for vessels of the heaviest draught,709 words
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187 1879-09-27 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 15J feel Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving187 words
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255 1879-09-27 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 Esq.— Chairman. T. C. Bogaardt Esq. I G. P. Tolson Esq. J. M. Vermont J. Lamb255 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement619 1879-09-27 4 iMiattllamoiis. J. MOTION. Chronometer, Watch and Clock Maker, and Optician. Flint Street. Has always on hand a well selected stock of Jewellery, Watches, Clocks, Nautical Instruments, Ac., comprising Bracelets, Brooches. Earrings, Lockets, Ladies’ rings, Signet rings, Wedding rings, Keepers Albert chains, Guard chains [Ladies’ goldwatche, Gents’ ditto., Silver watches, American619 words
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Advertisement456 1879-09-27 4 NOTICE. Ex. 8. 8. Mermuir. 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 kegs456 words
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Advertisement168 1879-09-27 4 Ex. S. S. GLENCOE.” John Little A Co. have received by this steamer, the following new goods. French Cotton Prints. French Flowered Muslins. Cretonnes very choice. ’‘Faille” Ribbons, in different widths and variety of Colors. Woollen Damasks. Black French Merino. Spotted Grenadine. Spotted Brussells Net, Black and White. Ladies’ Belts.168 words
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Advertisement605 1879-09-27 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Imposters 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 of fine Tweeds.605 words
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Advertisement659 1879-09-27 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Commercial Square, Reach Street's. JSSSSI! Sort ton-| •otertoC ..a .obtaorti" »T" Tk"^'ort" s.ss?.a -0f0ta0b.,,,,. sr*tr rz «ss S 3, ■;?!k?*S KT-S tona.no.. '’-ftTf* ztiiremchert. >n<iest zoreml. Biiro Reidnitce. poerd. Wine, Beer. Brandy. Ac., Ac. Rhine wine, exquisite. Italian and SpaUtah wines, Sherry and659 words
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