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This probably taken in 1890s photograph shows the Exchange Building at Fullerton Square. There are some carriages parked near the building and a horse-driven carriage in action.Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated.
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- All rights reserved. Lee Kip Lin and National Library Board, Singapore 2009.
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