Singapore Daily Times, 10 December 1879
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Title Section12 1879-12-10 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, WEDNESDAY, 10th DECEMBER, 1879. No. 13,95412 words
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Article, Illustration430 1879-12-10 1 Office—l, Collver Quay. Godowns—At New Harbour. The urdernoted ar etbe dates on which this Company’s Mail Steamers may be expected to arrive at Singapore during the year 1879 Outward. Homeward. Tuesday 21st Jan. Friday 10th Jan. 4th Feb. 84th 18th 7th Feb4th Mar. 2l«t430 words
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Article143 1879-12-10 1 Agamemnon. Ulysses. Ajax. Patroclus. Achilles. Antenor. Diomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucus. Priam. Ancbibes. Sarpedon. Orestes. Hector. Stentor. Menelaus. 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 accommodate n for first aud third143 words
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953 1879-12-10 1 The Steamers of the above Oompany will fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours after i the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Monet, First Glass. From Singapore to i Batavia 46 I Padang 94 Cheribon 60 j953 words
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251 1879-12-10 1 The following are the dates on which the steamers of the Messagenea Maritime, may be expected to arrive here daring the enrrentyear:Outward. wadn„d.rTr.br..rj F id *i' wi—7 SJu Monday, A £b J* M*"* 21 do ?8 do 5 May g^wnl I! J°na Wndnwda,, 7 May is251 words
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152 1879-12-10 1 The steamers of this Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Monlmein, Rangoon and Calcutta, taking Passengers and Cargo for Akyab, Chittagong, Bimlipatam, Vizagapatam, Ooconada, Masulipatam, Madras, Calicut, Tellichery Ac., during the current year on or about the undernoted dates Tuesday October152 words
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Article33 1879-12-10 1 Messes Apcae and Co.’s steamer Arra toon Apcar, 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may fee expected here on or about the 20th instant. ForMgi,to,p»»g,^ osEgi Agents. Singapore, Ist December, 1879.33 words
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Article40 1879-12-10 1 Messes Apcae and Co.’s steamer Suez, 1,394 tons, Captain Seaton, may be expected here on or about the 27th inst. en route to above ports. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist December, 1879.40 words
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Insurance.
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Article72 1879-12-10 1 Capital 1,500.000. Paid-up 133.332. Reserve Fund 90,000. General Agents. Messrs. .Tardtne Matheson A Co., Hongkong. The lindersitrned, Agents for the Office, are authorised to insure goods by A. I. Sailing Vessels or Steamers to the extent of 3100,000 on each bottom, and on the Block and72 words
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104 1879-12-10 1 Established 1836. 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.) SUN FIRE OFFICE,104 words
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71 1879-12-10 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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46 1879-12-10 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 preminm. RAUTENBERG, SCHMIDT Sc CO. Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. u. c.46 words
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71 1879-12-10 1 Head Office, Batavia. The undersigned, Agents for the abo' e 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 foi c oasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks71 words
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44 1879-12-10 1 Capital 2,000,000. Funds in reserve exclusive of Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang BOUSTEAD 4 CO, Fire department Wmit £42,000, on a first class risk. Life department: Limit £2,000 on ne life. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. (u. c.)44 words
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26 1879-12-10 1 Chief Offices. Edinburgh, 19 George St reet. London, 39 Lothbury E. C Agents for Singapore. BOUSTEAD Sc CO. Singapore, 25th November, 1879.26 words
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197 1879-12-10 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings. Liverpool. Queen Insurance Buildings, 60 Gracecbnrch Street, London. Chairman of the Company, Bernard Hall, Esqre. Deputy Chairman 1 William Hind, Esqre. Patrick Hunter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan, Esq M. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre.197 words
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64 1879-12-10 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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79 1879-12-10 1 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 voyages79 words
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58 1879-12-10 1 The undersigned have been appointed agents for the above Company and are prepared to accept risks upon cargo by steam er or sailing vessel on the 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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52 1879-12-10 1 Established 1821 Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Total Invested Funds, upwards of 3,000,000 Annual Inoome upwards of 400,000 The undersigned have been appointep Agents at Singapore and are prepared to issne policies against Fire on the usual terms. PATERSON, SIMONS 4 CO. Singapore, Ist April,52 words
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42 1879-12-10 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sierling Extension of Limits. One F rst class risk 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS 4 CO. Agents. Singapore. 17th Dec., 1875. (u. c.)42 words
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31 1879-12-10 1 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine risks at current rates. PATERSON SIMONS 4 CO. Singapore, 18th Dec., 1878. (u. c.)31 words
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99 1879-12-10 1 OFFICES OF THE COMPANY. Manchester—Exchange Street. Liverpool—2B. Exchang Street East Birmingham—l 2, Bennett’s Hill. London—lo, Cornhill. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristol—so, Broad Street, IN MANCHESTER. JoM»-T<WHr-, Bsq. (Mewrs.Todt! ACkmton CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. ChaB. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW. Alex. Ewing, Esq. (Messrs. Ewing,99 words
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221 1879-12-10 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Sterling. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson.Esq Vice Chairman—Ja.h. Nicol Fleming, Ebq Secretary—H. Ambrose Smith. f.i.a. CHIEF OFFICES: Glasgow (50 West Georgi l Street. Edinburgh 17 q e0 egb Street. London 2 King William t Street. Liverpool, EIEL Chambers, ""l Water Street.221 words
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88 1879-12-10 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 grant88 words
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82 1879-12-10 1 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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Article42 1879-12-10 1 London Office, 2 old Broad Street. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Company, and are prepared to take risks upon oargo on the customary terms. HAMILTON, GRAY 4 CO. Singapore, 15th July, 1872. (u. c.}42 words
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103 1879-12-10 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, 4 Co.) J. P. Barnes (Messrs. Holliday,Wise ft Co.) A, T. Manner, (Messrs. DoujrlM.LanraikftCo.) H. Nicaise, (Borneo Company Ltd.) J. ,T. doe103 words
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126 1879-12-10 4 Capital £1,600.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Rich-rd .T. Ashton, Esq. Alfred Gmurer. Esq. Thornes G. Barclay, Whom. Robert P. L. Bevan, wSu Pereival Bosanqnet, Sanum l Hvde. >» .Tames Brand. Charles Care. Charles MarmC decree H. Chambers, Henrv Davidson.126 words
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46 1879-12-10 4 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 CO., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 (u. c.)46 words
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Article40 1879-12-10 4 nrjiNijau ilvou^• The undersigned have been authorised to allow the usual discount on all risks. 33i o/o on all country business and 15 o/o to Europe and Australia. A. L. JOHNSTON A CO. Singapore, 6th June, 1879.40 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement118 1879-12-10 1 W®E 8 Notice. On and after the let January, Ice will be 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 10.30 A. m. and from 12.30 to 6 p. m. Ticket* for 2,3118 words
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Advertisement129 1879-12-10 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 Eacn. Nautical Almanacs 11.25. Charts, de (Double Sheet) 1.80. j (Single Sheet) 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 o.) MILNER’S SAFES. Tre udhersfgned have just129 words
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Article40 1879-12-10 2 The French schooner Nelusko, 191 tons, register, has taken the berth for above port and will have quick despatch. For freight or passage, apply to HAMILTON GRAY CO. As Agents for Captain and Owners. Singapore, 21st November, 1879.40 words
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48 1879-12-10 2 The undersigned having been appointed Agents for tbe above line are prepared to issue through bills of Lading to New Tork for Tin ana other Merchandise, at rates which may be ascertained on application. BOUSTEAD CO. Singapore, 2nd Dec., 1879. (to31stinst.)48 words
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Article52 1879-12-10 2 Head Office, Hongkong. The undersigned have been appointed Agents for the above Company and are prepared to issue Policies on tbe usual terms. Last return to contributors 23$ o/o Tbe usual discounts allowed on Coasting and Home risks. GUTHRIE A CO. Singapore. 11th Nov. 1879. to52 words
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77 1879-12-10 2 The B. I. S. N. Co’s steamer Pemba, 987 tons register, will leave the roads for ahove ports, at 2 p. m., on Saturday, the 13th inst. She will also take passengers and cargo for Bassein, Akyab, Chittagong, Cuttack, Ganjam, Bimlipatam, Vizagapatarn, Coconada,77 words
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158 1879-12-10 2 In the Supreme Court of the Straits Settlements. Settlement of Singapore. In the matter of Thomas James Keaughran, residing at No. 151 Killiney Road, Singapore, and lately carrying on business as a Printer and Publisher at No. 22. Battery Road, in Singapore, a Bankrupt. George158 words
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STRAITS TIMES WEDNESDAY, 10TH DEC., 1879.
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Article132 1879-12-10 2 Singapore, 10th December, 1879. Gambier I 4.2 Black Pepper 10.75. White Pepper, fair quality 16. Sago Flour, Sarawak 3.50. Pearl Sago 4.25. Coffee, Bontyne 19.50. Tapioca, small Flake 6.25 Tin 28. 40s. Mule twist 93. 8$ lbs. Shirtings 1.55. 7 do do 1.45. 6 do T. Cloth132 words
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Article69 1879-12-10 2 Mails close for Cheribon and Sam w ing, per S. S. Penang, at 6. p. m to-morrow. Memo for Tomorrow, 11th December. 1. 8 a. m Auction sale at the New Harbour Dock Co’s godown of the Gemini'B cargo, by McAlister Co. See Advt. 2. —2.30 p. m.69 words
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Article973 1879-12-10 2 (For Straits Times.) Germany. London 9 th Bee. —The Morning Post publishes a telegram to the effect that the German Government intends to resume immediately the sales of silver. The Sydney Exhibition is, it is said, a total failure; the hotels being empty and the theatres unattended. General973 words
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788 1879-12-10 2 We reproduce from the Madras Times the following remarks touching the case of Mr. Connor, Government Apothecary lately of Province Wellesley. The whole question of either allowing all official medical practitioners or none to take private practice is one which demands attention, and we788 words
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776 1879-12-10 3 We take the following forcible and suggestive article from the Fall Mall Gazette of the 31st October, and would commend its logic and arguments to the careful consideration of our Dutch friends in Netherlands India: In regarding the new Customs Union776 words
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Article1483 1879-12-10 3 (It is requested of our contemporaries that, in reproducing these tramslations, their original appearance in the Straits Times my be acknowledged.) Mr. Kramm, a naturalist, whose experiences amongst the natives of the Tappanuly Residency has already been noticed in the Straits Times, has contributed another article to1,483 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement523 1879-12-10 2 #tto gubertisrmtnt®. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. Paid up Capital 5,000,000 Hollars. Reserve Fund 1,800,000 Dollars. COURT OF DIRECTORS. Chairman.—Wm. H. Forbes, Esq. (of Messrs. Russell Co.) Deputy Chairman.— The Hon. W. Keswick (of Messrs. Jardine Matbesou Co.) F. D. Sassoon, Esq. (of Messrs. David Sassoon Sons Co.) E. R.523 words
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Advertisement739 1879-12-10 2 NOTICE. The undersigned have received instructions to sell by Public Auction on account of the concerned about 400 tons, mere or less, of nail rod, bar, round and pig Iron also a considerable quantity of glassware consisting of Lamp, Chimneys, Windowglass, Tumblers Ac. Ac. and a number of packages containing739 words
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Advertisement503 1879-12-10 2 SELANGOR STATE BONDS. Notick is hereby given that the half yearly interest, at the rate of six per centum per annum, due on the Selangor State Bonds on the 31 at December, 1879, and a Dividend for the said half year at the rate of three per centum on the503 words
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Advertisement517 1879-12-10 2 NOTICE. Katz Beothees have just unpacked. A large assortment of Lamps, comprising hanging, table and wall lamps and chandeliers in great variety. Cutlery. Joseph Rodgers Son’s. Table and Dessert Knives, Ivory, Bone and Black Wooden handles. Penknives, an assortment of finest finish, with 2 and more blades. Scissors, different shapes517 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE.
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Article77 1879-12-10 3 Tuesday. 9th December. Norwegian barque Staut” 381 tons, Aaehchong commander, Swatow 28th Nov. British steamer Fern tower” 700 tons, Petersen commander, Sourabaya 4th Dec., consignees Bun Hin Co. British steamer Radnorshire” 1,201 tons, Davies commander, ■Saigon 6th Dec., consignees Boustead A Co. Wednesday, 10th December. Dutch steamer Japara” 76477 words
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Article18 1879-12-10 3 Tuesday, 9th December. German barque Centaur” Otfersen, for Saigon. British steamer Ferntower” Petersen, for Saigon.18 words
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Article828 1879-12-10 3 I a ATE I Ships’Names. Captains. Klao Rm z op ar- A'hereFrom Where Lying Consignees or Agents Destination l 3 RIVALS .VIEN-OF- V P. H. der N’landen Tromp H. N. M’sstr. 2400 Nov. 28 Batavia T. P. Wharf H.N. M’s Consul General. Cruise Midge Salmond H.828 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement348 1879-12-10 3 Notices. SINGAPORE HORTICULTURAL EXHIBITION SOCIETY. First Annual Show 30th and 31st December 1879. Intending Exhibitors are requested to note that Entries and Applications for space must be sent to the Honorary Secretary before the 21st Instant. Also, th it in no Class except Class 12 is any restriction placed on348 words
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Advertisement292 1879-12-10 3 PERFUMERY. Katz Brothers, have just rec;ived a well assorted invoice of perfumery comprising: Eau de Cologne, in crystal decanters, wicker, round and square faced and other shaped bottles. Essence. The best make of Gosnell and Lubin, representing the choicest odors, as ‘‘Kiss me quick,” “Kiss me not” Box his ears,”292 words
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Advertisement310 1879-12-10 3 BOOTS SHOES. Ex Glenorchy” S. S. J"HN Little A Co. have now in stock, Gent’s. Plain Calf boots, Patent leather boots, Plain Calf shoes elastic sides, Plain Calf shoes to tie, White Canvas shoes elastic sides, White Canvas shoes to tie, Lawn tenniß shoes A slippers, Singapore, 27th November, 1879.310 words
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Advertisement322 1879-12-10 3 ExS. S. "GLENFALLOCH” John Little A Co. have received by this steamer a selection of new gootu and are now showing Pompadour Prints, all fast colours, pretty patterns, Lace Gloves and Mits, White Berlin Gauntlets, White Taffeta Silk Gloves, Silk Mits, long and short, Turkish Towels in variety, Victoria Lawn,322 words
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Docks.
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711 1879-12-10 4 Twi works of tie Company are situated at Taniong Pagar, within one mile of the town of Rineapore, and comprise the following establishments, viz Wharf.— Affording berthage for twenty Teasels stone time with sufficient water alonireide for vessels of the heaviest draneht, and protected711 words
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188 1879-12-10 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 fee' Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. Graving188 words
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259 1879-12-10 4 THE PRYE RIVER DOCK COMPANY LIMITED” Incorporated under the Indian Act X op 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. Lamb259 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement669 1879-12-10 4 iHt'swllantmisf. 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 1 .A- O Bracelets. Rrooches, Earrings. Lockets. Ladies’ rings, Signet rings. Wedding rings, Keepers Albert chains, Guard chains, “yuoiu* Todies’ gold watche,669 words
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Advertisement496 1879-12-10 4 NOTICE. Ex. S. 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 kegs496 words
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Advertisement327 1879-12-10 4 MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. The Masters of Ships or vessels insured in the above Association, which mav arrive or put in here having sustained damage, are requested to report themselves to the undersigned. CAMERON. DUNLOP A COs Acrent. Singapore, 10th June, 1878. (u. e.) ARBROATH OOMMEROIAL ASSOCIATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWRITERS,327 words
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Advertisement604 1879-12-10 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 outfits made up on the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock of fine Tweeds,604 words
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Advertisement658 1879-12-10 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Commercial Square, Beach Street’27. onhISS'.TJSi "'l*" Boat too- Hetbffl .tmdi wiecwa and wohlanaortir- asgor ti «< ryk aasorti- tons ment van Eu- fopoisrlinorti. European and other ffoode. M od erate terms oareful tendanoe er turopae- le* articles ropeische artiischen fc an- d'Enrope. kelen658 words
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