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An indoor shot captures a brown information board with white text, likely part of an exhibition or museum display in Singapore. The board is titled in large Chinese characters "新加坡民信业" (Singapore Mail and Money), with "Mail and Money" directly below it in English. The text details the history of remittance services between China and Singapore, starting in the 19th century. Initially, "shui ke" (water travelers or traders) transported remittance letters. As the volume grew, specialized remittance agencies emerged, known by various names such as "min xin ju" (people's letter bureaus). These agencies offered improved delivery speed, capital turnover, and reliability, gradually replacing individual shui ke. From the early 20th century, these agencies further enhanced their services by collaborating with banks and post offices. The visible English text, partially cut off at the bottom right, corroborates the Chinese narrative: "In the 19th century, remittance letters from Singapore were mainly delivered by shui ke (水客), traders who frequently travelled between China and Singapore. As the volume of letters increased, specialised businesses known as remittance agencies emerged. These agencies improved delivery turnaround time and provided more reliable services to customers, eventually phasing out individual shui ke. From the early 20th century onwards, such agencies further enhanced their services by collaborating with banks and post offices to streamline the remittance process." The board is well-lit, suggesting artificial indoor lighting. A light green wall is visible to the right of the board, indicating a display area. No people are visible in the image.
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