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BUSSAN
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(MITSUI & CO)
IMPORT EXPORT AND COMMISSION MERCHANTS. HONGKONG BRANCH-PRINCE'S BEILDINGS, Ice House Street
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2
Elegantly Furnished Reception Rooms Private Bar and Billiard Room for Hotel
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MANAGER.
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807
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F. DOMBALLE
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VICTORIA HOTEL,
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Every Comfort and Convenience for Residents and Tourista,
al014
WM. FARMET.
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BTORAGE.
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