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First Annual Directory Published Locally |
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Arts and Entertainment - Printed Media |
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Popularly called the Straits Times Directory, it was published in 1846. Robert Carr Woods, law agent, advocate, notary public, editor and proprietor of The Straits Times compiled the directory. It contained an alphabetical listing of the names and addresses of residents on the island as well as their professions. It also included brief information on Singapore such as a calendar, dates of festivals and events. |
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