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This photograph from G.R. Lambert & Co., taken between 1890 and 1899, shows a harbour. One can see many sampans docked along the harbour while many other boats are docked in the open sea. A group of men, with some cargoes are seen waiting, at the harbour. Title from inscription, on front of photograph.
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- All rights reserved. Lee Kip Lin and National Library Board, Singapore 2009.
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