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THE

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KING EDWARD HOTEL.

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[1440 Hongkong, 31st July, 1907.

A TACK & CO..

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JUST LANDED,

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SITUATED ON THE BRITISH CONCESSION..

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MACAO

MANAGER-MB. H. N. BEAUREPAIRE. Telegraphic address~~ FARMER, MACAO." ŠITVATED IN THE CENTRE OF PRAYA GRANDE. Both Hotels electrically ligted, and under experienced European Supervision. GUIDES AND CHAIRS PROVIDED. Every information and Special attenticu given to Tourists. REASONALE RATES.

WM. FARMER, Proprietor.

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