The Straits Times, 21 March 1903
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Title Section13 1903-03-21 1 The Straits Times NO. 31,085 SINGAPORE. SATURDAY. MARCH 21, 1903. PRICE 15 CENTS.13 words
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Advertisement477 1903-03-21 1 NOTICES. ©he ffimes. ADVERTISING RATES. PAYABLJ? IN ADVANCE. [per ini-h, i-olnnm measure. 1 Flrit innertion $1 20 cento Second nnil tliinl inKertioimeaoh 80 cents Fourth, tilth, and sixth 40 centa Berentli toeinliffi'i!' 24 cents Nineteenth &Mib»<ec(iient,, 16 centii Her week of nix days, to be changed daily if required tl,477 words
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Advertisement736 1903-03-21 1 NOTICES. ~GOVK RNMKNT NOTIFICATION TENFERS will be received up to noon 08 Monday, at tbe Colonial Secretary's Office. Singapore, from persons desirous of contracting for tbe supply of Diets for Prisoners at Singapore for a period of nine months commencing from the Ist April, h O3, as follows:— (a) Diets736 words
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Advertisement360 1903-03-21 1 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS. a iKr :£z^r Hj The Acetylene Light. tm j Temporary or permanent installations undertaken v-7v -7 at shortest notice. A large and assorted stock of JPV% GAM FITTINGS, including GLOBES, BRACKETS, Wt '"'^m CHANIJKLIERS, Piping, SMALL FITTINGS, "y^j **jy and every requisite for ordinary Coal-gas or Acetylene. I360 words
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Advertisement97 1903-03-21 1 NOTICES. Rev? (Dillinery. Robinson Co., Are now Showing their first Shipment OF Spring Millinery V>6e Seasons JYoveities. Ladies' Sailors French Sailors' Flowers and Feathers Ospreys Wings chee chee arco. NOW ON SALE. Dutch and Manila Cigars of the best quality. Iron Bedsteads and Lamps in great variaty. Also, we have97 words
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Advertisement652 1903-03-21 1 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS. EUROPEAN wanted in a lar/e (tore to check outgoing go.>d« and act as delivery clen. No spneial experience necessary. Only nt-ady reliable men need apply, stating qualifications and salary expected to "Store," c/o Strait* llmm Office. 27-3 WANTED. /COMPETENT Japanese hair dresser. \J Salary %'!> per month. Apply652 words
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Article1549 1903-03-21 2 LKTTER NO. 7. Mar.:h '<:fh. Dkak Jack, I promised you in my last that I would try to repeat my friend's description of Kuropean life in Singapore, but rather than enter into a lengthy dialogue— as in some points I disagreed with him I think it would1,549 words
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Article216 1903-03-21 2 Although the annual meeting of the Kinta Gymkhana Club has just parsed the inhabitants of Kinta have, not in any way abated their interest i:i thing* racing. To tent this feeling (iopenj; now proposes holding another of its always popular gymkhana meetings on the 98th instant, and it216 words
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Article21 1903-03-21 2 Shipping advertisements, with dates of sailing etc., will be found on pace 7. General shipping news is printed on page 8.21 words
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Advertisement362 1903-03-21 2 NOTICES. "DRYASDUST" Boiler Covering. PARTICULARS FROM BORNEO CO. LTD. wAs Singapore. LATEST CATALOGUE FREE ON APPLICATION. HUMBEK BICYCLES. Fitted with "FREE WHEEL" and rim brake All Beeston machines GUARANTEED for TWO YEARS. THE BORNEO COMPANY, LTD Sole Ag«nt"fort heSt- kits 8<»t f .lumentB Federated Nativ* Bt. itea, SiaTn, and Borneo.362 words
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Advertisement310 1903-03-21 2 NOTICES. "Eagle" Cement. The Latest Tests 050 Ib*., l.iiiMi Hrn... after seven after fourda yn in teen days Water. in Water. The above tests were made by the Engineer of the Madras Municipality who pronounced the Cement the best be bad ever tested." Prices and particulars from THE BORNEO CO.,310 words
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Advertisement371 1903-03-21 2 NOTICES. §NY CARLSBIRG BEER, ("CROWN" BRAND. GLORIA PILSENER, ("W. B." BRAND. Both vary llfht PHaaner Bears, aspaclally brawad lor Tropical JCllnataa. Ob lalnabl. at tba principal Motel, an* Ratail d.al.r. .Snip Impnrtpr.s <9 M Pure Dutch Cow's Milk DUTCH FLAG BRAND. NOT CONDENSED BUT STERILIZED. Prepared under constant supervision of371 words
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Advertisement128 1903-03-21 2 Diarrhoea DIARRHCKA, in its first Mages, can be cured by a few doses of that pleasant, reliable, and effectual medicine fThamhwr lain's Colic and Diarrhni Rt>iiedy. In many instances one dose is sufficient, hut in a rule three or four doses are M MMty, It is a kooil thing to128 words
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Article522 1903-03-21 3 Thk Hataria fffo—f if erf drill attention to the hard lot of Chinese tin-miners in Banka who, despite the fact that the Netherlands India Government is their employer, lead a wretched life in that inland They are kept at work to the utmost, miserably lodged and badly fed,522 words
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Article180 1903-03-21 3 Hi i i kin., in letter to the London 8T( (in the honors recently conferred upon Anjjlo Indian editors Mr Sidney Rotnohn. compares the generosity ot the (iovnrninent of India as rcn.tfll the recognition of public service with the attitude of the Colonial Office toward, the editor180 words
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Article201 1903-03-21 3 Dies in a Workhouse. An inquest took place last month at the IMinonton Workhouse on Matthew Wagg, Hi, an ex-aoldier, who since he was invalided from the Army had followed the occupation of a caretaker. Tbfl willow said her husband hervecl iii the Soudan war, was201 words
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Article407 1903-03-21 3 Shareholders and the Prosecution, A meeting of shareholders and others interested in the London and Globe, British America, Standard Exploration, and other companies of the Whitaker Wright group, was held on Feb. 16th in Manchester to consider the best means of enabling tbe prosecution of Mr. Wlntaker407 words
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Article173 1903-03-21 3 I. oni' Meath's suggestion for the establishment of a day throughout the Empire on which annually the attention of scholars in State-aided schools should be specially directed towards the consideration of the history and geography of the Empire and of Imperial matters generally has beer received by173 words
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Article217 1903-03-21 3 For Singapore Per P. <St (i. l Chnta connecting with tbe steamer HnUnamt at Colombo from London Feb "JO. Jue vind March— Mr. N Heniy. Mr. B. J. Young, Mr. Lewis, Mr S ted man. Mis*. Forster, Mr. R Swan. Ter P. <fc O. s. s. Slmniihai217 words
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Advertisement106 1903-03-21 3 ryo IKEVtST CROUP, btftl in time, She first symptom is hoarseness, this is soon followtd by a peculiar rough i oiikli which is easily recognised and will never be tot gotten by one who has heard it. The time to net is when the child t,r»t becomes hoarse. If Chamberlain's106 words
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Advertisement488 1903-03-21 3 NOTICES. BEFORE WE CAN use them, iron and gold must first he trot out of the ore. The same principle applies to cod liver oil. lt> virtues are not in its fatty matters; much less in its sickening taste and smell. No ccnt-uDip-tive, or sufferer from any other wasting disease,488 words
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Advertisement669 1903-03-21 3 NOTICES. ANTED for the Bundi Tin Mines, Kemaman, an Eurasian as night overseer. Apply to (.IIIIKIK 4 CO., LTD., U.C. At, Agents. WAN TED an experienced Typewriter. One used to working the hemington Machine preferred. Apply personally to Vacuum Oil Coy.. 23/8 2, Finlayson Green. WAITED. AN experienced Chinese storekeeper669 words
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Advertisement628 1903-03-21 3 NOTICES. Messrs. H L. Coghlan tf Co. HAVE BEEN APKUMTID STJB-AGENTB omtn*> Sun Life Assurance Co. of Canada. BOUSTEAD 4 CO., General Agents, OX. Straits Settlements. For Sale. THE HULK "SARAH NICHOLSON," (Now lyinc in Singapore Roads). OF 984 tons, built of oak and teak, copper or yellow metal fastened628 words
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Advertisement660 1903-03-21 3 SHIPPING NAVIOAZIUNEGENKRALK [TAJ I ANA FOR HONGKON<; THE Italian m. CAPRI, 2 WO tons reg Capt. Belsito having left Bombay on the 17th inst., may be expected to arrive here on Saturday the 28th inst., and will have prompt despatch for the aliove port. For passage and freight apply to660 words
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Obituary25 1903-03-21 4 Kkm February 13, at hia brother* re»i (tenet-, l.i'itriin Howie, Wicklow, .hum Malcolm Kent, second Hon of the late GKORUK Kknt, Urittas House, Wicklow.25 words
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371 1903-03-21 4 On Thursday last the Singapore Chamber of Commerce held its annual general meeting, as was duly recorded in these columns yesterday, and at that particular annual general meeting only twenty-three firms were represented. The Chamber, as an entirety, consists of fifty-four371 words
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Article263 1903-03-21 4 Another, but quite a different matter in connection with the meeting of the Chamber was brought up by Mr. Anderson in the course of his address to wit, the irregularity of the French Mail. The subject is one on which we have frequently commented, so it is not now necessary263 words
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Article206 1903-03-21 4 A complaint is made that on Monday last when the European mails reached the Post Office, the Savings Bank Department was closed in order that the whole staff might aid in getting the mail out promptly. It happened that a number of persons were at the office on business connected206 words
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Article18 1903-03-21 4 At Kuala Lumpur, the land boom is still on with prices ranging from $2,000 to 52,265 an acre.18 words
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Article14 1903-03-21 4 AiroßDi.se; to Havas, Turkey is massing quantities of troops in the province of Salonica.14 words
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Article17 1903-03-21 4 The Ballaarat passed Malacca at 7 MO o'clock this morning and is due here about -iMO p.m.17 words
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Article15 1903-03-21 4 It is reported that sufficient capital lms been raised for constructing the Penang Hill Railway.15 words
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Article18 1903-03-21 4 Mk. Van Dyke of the M. E. Mission, will address the meeting to-morrow evening at the Temperance Institute.18 words
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Article23 1903-03-21 4 The only places through which opium can now be imported into Perak are: Port Weld, Teluk Anson, Parit Buntar and Tanjong Mali in23 words
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Article22 1903-03-21 4 At the forthcoming meeting of the FM. S. United Planters' Association three rerak planters will be proposed for election to the committee.22 words
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Article21 1903-03-21 4 Mr. Hobson, the Assistant-Superin-tendent, Posts and Telegaphs, Selangor, is to be married to Miss Ward ot Penang on the 24th inst.21 words
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Article22 1903-03-21 4 Warren's Circus had a very good hou>e for their final performance yesterday. The company leaves for Deli by the Hebe this afternoon.22 words
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Article28 1903-03-21 4 A Japanese is said to have manufactured a compound which removes tattoo marks from the skin. He is now trying to discover some remedy to restore the skin.28 words
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Article29 1903-03-21 4 It is said that, at Moulmein, all the cigar-making girls have been secured by Chinese dealers to meet the large .lemairl for the locally-made article in the Straits Settlements.29 words
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Article32 1903-03-21 4 Vi; John Robkkts will play the two cames of billiards at the Lake Club, Kuala Lumpur, on Thursday and Friday, the 2ti' hand 27th inst. Roberts was due ar Penang on Thursday.32 words
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Article36 1903-03-21 4 We understand that Mr. L. Schapiro has severed his connection with the firm of A. Landau and Co. which firm he has managed for some years. Mr. Schapiro leaves by the homeward German mail on Tuesday.36 words
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Article36 1903-03-21 4 Captain Allknby, of theXlllth M.1., killed a nine-foot hamadrya/l snakeeating snake in the Mess compound this morning. The reptile bad been eating its breakfast, and did not attack the officer who despatched it with a stick.36 words
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Article51 1903-03-21 4 The IHnaiig Gazette understands that Mr. K J. Wilkinson, whose health has not been good of late, has had to be transferred from the Bindings. He is temporarily in charge of the Education Department i n Penang, and will probably leave that town for Singapore at the end of this51 words
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Article43 1903-03-21 4 The Rev. R. V. Vethavanam, of the Society for the Propagation of the Gospel, a Tamil pastor at Kuala Lumpur, has passed his examination for holy orders. It is understood that he will be ordained at St. Andrew's Cathedral on the 29th inst.43 words
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Article45 1903-03-21 4 Mr. Bkatty has concluded the preliminary enquiry into the allegation brought against two Chinamen of causing the death of another in a quarrel on board the s.s. hint Sang. The men were committed for trial on a charge of culpable homicide not amounting to murder.45 words
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Article52 1903-03-21 4 Coining is flourishing at Colombo owing to the artificial value of the rupee. The silver in a rupee is not worth the face value of the coin in fact a rupee's weight of silver is worth some 62 Ceylon cents only, leaving 38 cents of a working margin, surely a52 words
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Article12 1903-03-21 4 The homeward mail by the Zaida closes on Wednesday at 4 p.m.12 words
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Article48 1903-03-21 4 To-night the Indra Zanibar Theatrical Co. will play for th«> tint time Shamshir Alam." On Monday the performance is under the patronage of Brigadier-General Bir R. Dorw»»r J, Commending the Troops, S. S. To avoid crowding, only a limited number of seats will be disposed of on Monday.48 words
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Article57 1903-03-21 4 In connection with the official statistics of the sea-borne trade of India, the Indian Government is considering the the advisability of classifying the exports according to their ultimate destination by sea. It. has also been suggested that imports from the Straits Settlements should be classified according to ports of shipment,57 words
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Article57 1903-03-21 4 Charles M. Swikt, of Detroit, and a powerful syndicate of American capitalists, engineers and electrical constructors, has secured the right to construct a modern system of electric street railways in Manila. He proposes to give the Government two and a half per cent, of the gross earnings of the street57 words
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Article71 1903-03-21 4 On Thursday a Chinaman was found in possession of a boy's soft felt hat at a pawnshop. As he could not account for its possession he was arrested. He offered his captor something to let him go. He has been brought before Mr Marriott for fraudulent possession and offering a71 words
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Article78 1903-03-21 4 We understand that some ot the telegraph operators now stationed at the Cocos Islands are to be relieved next month, but that their successors have not yet been decided upon. The two new cable-boats that are to strengthen the service out here are due to arrive in Singapore some time78 words
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Article88 1903-03-21 4 Burglars are still on the prowl. Last night Dr Von Wedel's boy saw a man lurking in the compound, but he disappeared before he could be captured. Yesterday a coat with a watch in one of the pockets was stolen from Mr. Vade's servants' quarters. A daring case of highway88 words
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Article90 1903-03-21 4 Among the measures under consideration by the Philippine Government is the Opium Bill which provides for the appointment of an opium concessionary who will be given the sole right to import all the opium needed to supply the Chinese de- land in the archipelago. By past experience total suppression of90 words
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Article78 1903-03-21 4 A trawler which is fishing round Colombo Harbour had varied success recently in its operations. One day amongst its large catch was a huge female swordfish which measured 20 feet in length and about 10 feet in breadth and her sword measured 1C feet, and soon realised R150 and on78 words
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Article75 1903-03-21 4 A Havas telegram of the 12th instant says that during the discussion in the French Chamber concerning the interpellations on the Foreign Policy of France M. Millevoye said that the idea of Socialists about general disarmament was purely Utopian. He added that the best guarantee for peace was a strong75 words
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Article99 1903-03-21 4 Mr. H. Spakler, Consul for the Netherlands at Penang will proceed to Singapore as Consul-General for the Netherlands here, in place of Mr. J. C. r. Reelfs who is going home. Mr Hulstkamp will come from Singapore to Penang as Consul. Mr. Spakler had completed arrangements for departure to Singapore,99 words
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Article120 1903-03-21 4 The annual inspection of the Singapore Volunteer Artillery taken place at Paseir Panjang on Sunday, 29th inst., and at the same time the annuil target firing practice will be held. Ihe hour of parade ia 6.45 a.m. at the Drill Hall, uniform, putties, sun-bats, and regimental shirts. The guns will120 words
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Article77 1903-03-21 4 A Commission of Enquiry. Londov. IVth March Messrs. Skinner and Noyes, the Commissioners appointed by the Transvaal Mining Industry to study the question of Chinese labour in South Africa, hava arrived at London. They sail on the 28th inst. for New York whence they proceed to77 words
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42 1903-03-21 4 Sir H Campbell-Bannerm.in, speaking at Leeds, said the Liberal policy of twelve years ago was not in any sense abandoned. It was only put aside for a favourable opportunity, which Sir II Campbell-Bannerman declares is now coming.42 words
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28 1903-03-21 4 lAnulon, 20/ h Marrli. Britain has spontaneously assure i Italy that the reports of a British occupation of Bomba in Tripoli] are baseless.28 words
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73 1903-03-21 4 Mr. Chamberlain received an ovation in the City of London on occasion ot the presentation of an adddress from the Corporation at the Guildhall. Mr Chamberlain said that he returned more than ever convinced that the Boer war could not73 words
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Article38 1903-03-21 4 Croquet Tournament. Tins for Monday next. Play to commence at 4.30 p.m. Mrs. Sugden and Mr. Hilton r», Miss Roberts and Mr. Cadell. Mrs. Hunter and Mr. Denniston n. Mrs. Jago and Mr. Innes.38 words
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Article110 1903-03-21 4 The Governor has appointed Mr. W. Tearle to be manager ot the Singapore Railway from the Ist inst. Mr. H. Marriott has been granted leave for 12 months to be taken after two months and twenty -eight days' vacation leave; and Mr. M. Rodesse for six months110 words
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Article77 1903-03-21 4 SOMETHING AWFUL A <okrßBPondent informs us that a well-known mining-engineer, upon arriving in this town after a very slow voyage from Australia, lifted his voice, when stepping on shore, in a sort ot Song of Miriam, commencing: Thank Cixi lit hist t ln- wrary. iMg l>i*ta*tftul Myag* imw i» ii77 words
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Article72 1903-03-21 4 Despitk the alleged terrible depravity and wickedness ot' Manila, the police court there had not a single case awaiting trial on the *JBth Feb. When the population of Manila, some three hundred thousand, is brought to mind, such a condition of freedom from crime appears very remarkable and worthy of72 words
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Article105 1903-03-21 4 An order issued by the Japanese Minister of Justice runs as follows Foreigners residing in Jnpan, when ir. conformity with the law, they make a declaration concerning their personal status before the Japanese authorities, shall write on the document the foreign proper names not only in katakami but also in105 words
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Advertisement828 1903-03-21 4 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS. CALDBECK, MACGREGOR CO. (ESTABLISHED 1864.) WINE SPIRIT MERCHANTS. LONDON, GLASGOW, SHANGHAI, HONG-KONG, AND SINGAPORE, i&rice 2sist on JippUeation.) tv Ik JAMES WATSON 6? CO.'S SCOTCH WHISKIES ARE THE BEST VALUE IN THE MARKET FLAG BRAND, 10 YEARS OLD $12-50 per case. Duty extra V. V.O. SPECIALLY RECOMMENDED $8-50828 words
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Advertisement72 1903-03-21 4 G R Lambert Co. Photographers OPBH Gresham House I (Battery Road.) —on Weekdays only 8 a.m. 6 p.m. Orchard dn W kd »y» 8 m 6 P-"»-Bo <i on Sundays. Ba.m.— noo n Large Stock of Photographic material*. Monthly sapplies from Europe, reliable printing papers, chemical mounts, Eastman films, Wratten-Wrainwright's72 words
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Advertisement69 1903-03-21 4 MORE EFFECTIVE THAN COD LIVER OIL. Medical Scikntists have long sought in vain for a preparation as effective as Cod Liver Oil, but free from its disadvantages. Emulsions, Tonics, and Medicated Wines have been exolled ia vain. The problem has been now solved, once and for all by the introduction69 words
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Article639 1903-03-21 5 Friday, March 20th. I-KKSKNT. Mm Bsoaxnoi Ba Frank Athki.mamSwi lIKMIAM, K.C.M.Ii., (GOVKRNOR). Mi. 11. W.T. Tiiylor.c.M.i.., (Colon ial Secretary). HOB, W. K Collyer (Attorm-y C-ncnill. •lon. K. <;. tViini-y (Colonial Treasurer). Hon. 1.. C M Hill (Auditor General). i|<m. A. Murray. C.E., M.l.r.K. (Colonial Kngiincri. Hon. .1. M.639 words
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Article218 1903-03-21 5 A I'ahang correspondent connected with the Kaub Australian Gold Mining Co., Ltd., writes the Malay Mail as follows The report of the tiger incident on our cable truck which you received was certainly marvellous enough for I'ahang, but rather wide of the true I arts. What actually218 words
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Article184 1903-03-21 5 In the Singapore Municipal progress report for January, published in yesterday's Government GazetU, the President notes in regard to the jinrikisha service There were 1,649 licenses issued during the month shewing a decrease of 472 as compared with the number issued in January, 1902. The introduction184 words
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Article209 1903-03-21 5 Telkukaphinq on the Pith ult., the Paris correspondent of the Morning Po.tt says:— The Foreign Affairs Commission presided over by M. Etienne, continuing its examination of the Franco-Siamese Treaty, heard to-day M. Le Myre de Vilers, former Governor-General of Indo-China, and M. des Tonsalles, of Saigon. Like209 words
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Article182 1903-03-21 5 Action of Java Government It appears (says the Perth correspondent of the Sydnry Daily Telegraph) that the authorities at Koepane, the Dutch settlement in the Timor Sea, are making efforts to capture the northwest pearling trade. Captain Pitts, of the steamer Sultaii, stated in an interview that on182 words
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Article153 1903-03-21 5 At Perth in the State of West Australia, the Chinese vegetable garden nuisance arising from foul manuring is becoming a crying evil. The health inspector of that city thus reports on the subject Complaints having been received as to the existence of disagreeable smells in the vicinity of153 words
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Article47 1903-03-21 5 M Dki.afome speaking in the French Chamber on the Morocco Question, said that he recommended an agreement between France, England and Spain as a solution of the situation, the three Powers securing the integrity, independence, and neutrality of Morocco and the freedom of the Straits of Gibraltar.47 words
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Article93 1903-03-21 5 Thk fourth annual general meeting of the Singapore Polo Club tvas he.ld at the Exchange building yesterday afternoon, H.E. the Governor occupying the chair. The usual formal business having been gone through the election of a new Committee was proceeded with, the following gentlemen buiug elected Captain93 words
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Article122 1903-03-21 5 The annual meeting of the Singapore Golf Club was held in the Pavilion yesterday afternoon, Mr. H. G. Vade, the past season's captain, occupying the chair until the election of the new President, the Hon. J. M. Allinson. The report, accounts, etc., having been formally accepted and122 words
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Article110 1903-03-21 5 The Malay Mail Bays that Pahang contains immense deposits of tin and gold-bearing drift which can only be thoroughly worked by dredging and hydraulic elevating. The Punjom Company have struck upon a promising deposit of surface ore at Kuala Lipis. Mr. Leicester its manager, has so cheapened handling110 words
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Article283 1903-03-21 5 On the 18th ult., Tan Chohi, a carrier, and Tan Lwee Swee were entrusted by A. M. Essabhoy, Malacca Street, to convey in a bullock cart eight bales of twist valued $1,000 from Malacca Street to a godown off Boat Quay. The goods did not reach their283 words
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Article108 1903-03-21 5 Mrs. Carrik Nation is again at it." A telegram says she visited El Paso on the 7th ult. on her way to Los Angeles. She tried to break up the Rio Grande saloon in Juarez in typical style, but was "bluffed off by the saloonkeeper "On the way across the108 words
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Article82 1903-03-21 5 Arrangements have just been completed whereby Champion James Jeffries and James Corbett have been matched to light twenty rounds for the heavy-weight championship of the world Young Corbett and Terry McGovern to fight twenty rounds for the feather weight championship of the world, and Thomas Sharkey and Jack Munroe to82 words
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121 1903-03-21 5 DEATH OF A POPULAR P. O. OFFICER. Many friends in Singanore, as well as many throughout the Farthest East, India and the Australian Colonies, will read with regret the announcement of the death of Mr. James Malcolm Kent, for m-iny years Chief Engineer in the P. O. service, and one121 words
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Article238 1903-03-21 5 March 15th. ST. ANDKKWS CATHKHFAI.. 7 a.m.. Matins anil l.itßiiy. 7-4.*> a.m. Holy 1 mii Ith 11 11 inn (Choral) and Sermon. 4 p.m. Sunday School and Bible Clam. •VHOjini. Kvenxonx and Sermon. ST. MATTHEW s clHKrll, SKPOV LINKS. 8.15 p.m. Kvenxong and Sermon. CATHEDRAL OK THK MOT238 words
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Article106 1903-03-21 5 The German <tteamer Stettin has just made a record trip up from Australia to Singapore. She came in nearly two days ahead of her schedule time. It is of interest to note that this ship has been treated with the Red Hand brand water line paint of Suter Hartmann's, and106 words
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Article641 1903-03-21 5 Sixoapobb, IM March, 1908. PRODUCE. Gambler buyers I 15.65 Copra Ball 8.80 do Pontianak 8.40 Pepper, Black buyers 33. .vi do White, (8%) 57.00 Sago Floor Sarawak 5.80 do Brunei No. 1 5. IS Pearl Sago 6.00 Coffee, Rail, 15% basis 22.00 Coffee, PalerabanK,aO%bMi-._ 32.00 Coffee, Liberian No. 1641 words
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Page 5 Advertisements
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Advertisement16 1903-03-21 5 It strengthens the heart Jayne's Tonic Vermifuge. The Singapore Dispensary, Sole Agents for the Straits Settlements.16 words
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Advertisement96 1903-03-21 5 Baby's Couch Must Never Linger NOTHING is more distressing thin to see h helpless little infant suffering with a cousjh, an 1 to be fearful of usiau a remedy which may contain some harmful iagredient. The makers of Chamberlain's Cough Kemedv positively guarantee that this preparation does not contain opium96 words
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Advertisement105 1903-03-21 5 SEREMBAN GYMKHANA CLUB. NOTICE. 'phe races advertised to be ell <U En ter J. have been postponed. The dat« fixed for the next meetinsr and some changes in the programme will be advertised later. W. LEONARD BRADDON, 81-3 Honorary Secretary. AUCTION SALE OF VALUABLE BUILDING LAND OFF REFORMATORY ROAD NEAR105 words
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Advertisement193 1903-03-21 5 NOTICE. The British Corporation for the Survey and Registry of Shipping. I hereby notify that I have this day resumed all duties as Surveyor to the above Society. ALFRED KITCHING Singapore, 2"th March. 2ti-3 AUCTION SALE OF THE BRITISH SCHOONER ICELANDER BUX At our sale-room, 192 Cecil Street Monday, JOtlt193 words
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Advertisement752 1903-03-21 5 AUCTION SALES^ THK DE WIND ESTATE, MALACCA AUCTION SALE OF VALUABLE PBUIf AND COCONUT PLANTATIONS, Situate at Malacca. To be held at No. i:«» Jonker Street, Malacca. On Saturday, 1W Mflreh, 1»O.<, 41 SJO p.m. LOT I— Fruit and coconut plantations, situate in the districts of Tedong and Sempang, near752 words
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Miscellaneous207 1903-03-21 5 DAY BY DAY. Saturday, aist March. Hicii Water. 4.14 p.m. .Mm. n last at. 9.3 a.m. K. G. C. Monthly MeiUl S.C.C. Cricket. S.V.E. Drill. :>.15. Philharmonic Concert. 9. liiime Dinner Kattlea Hott-I. Wayan>! Ka»sim. North Bridge Rout. 9. Wayang I'uxi. North Bridge Koad. 9. Sunday, aand March. High Water.207 words
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Advertisement683 1903-03-21 6 NOTICES. Wits for LEA PERMS' f. II WORCEBIERSHIRE SAUC£ vBy Special Waprant^^^ESJ^ His Majesta Purveyors to The King. CELEBRATED OILMAN'S STORES. CHATWOOD'S Patent "INVINCIBLE" A/// SAFES of all qualities. /v Y^ Chatwood's Patent Steel Doors y>O^ C* \J Gates for Strong Rooms. X.. J> CATALOGUES FREE /><? J" /NOTICE on683 words
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Advertisement272 1903-03-21 6 NOTICES. yoU^J illl Refined society appreciates something distinctive, rare, a suggestion of fine lingerie, fragrant with iris, amber and dry rose leaves. ISI FOR 00R LITEST PERFUMES. RIGAUDS LISERIS Extract RIGAUDS LOUIS XIII RIGAUD'S ALTESSE RIGAUDS WHITE VIOLET RIGAUDS SOHIA 1. BISACD raa vm,,,,.v m f ,RIS SA.KAUAK Coil in272 words
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Advertisement552 1903-03-21 6 NOTICES "WILD WITH ECZEMA^ And Other Itching, Burning. Scaly Eruptions with Loss of Hair. Speedy Cure Treatment. Bathe the affected parts with Hot Water and Cuticura Soap, to Cleanse the surface of crusts and scales, and soften the thickened cuticle. Dry, without hard rubbing, and apply Cuticura Ointment freely, to552 words
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Page 7 Advertisements
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Advertisement720 1903-03-21 7 The Borneo Company, Ltd. rpUK Standard Life Ammnn. A. Norwich Union Fire Inrarsnoe Society A tlaa AtHnruice Company (Fin), rhe K<|uitahlß Life Aiwunuioe Society. The China Mutual Steam Navigation Company ''"ttenham Lager Beer Company. tor particulars of tLexe Companies, see th« mil advertisement of THE BORNKO COMPANY. LIMITED. Agenta. STEAMSHIP720 words
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Advertisement799 1903-03-21 7 STEAMSHIP COMPANIES. Koninklijke Paketvaart Maatschappij. L nder contract with the Netherlands India Government. p. mi (ii Singapore: fcHIP Agbxgy, latb 3. Eabrdsls A Co., 2-3, Collyku yn»v. The undermentioned dates are only approximate. Steamer From Expected Will be Despatched for On Van der Capillm Batavia 15 Bawe \n, Soerabaia, Baodjermassin,799 words
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Advertisement581 1903-03-21 7 Austrian Lloyd's Steam Navigation Company. I'niiek Mail Contract with thi Austrian Govbrhment. The following are the dates on which the Company's steament may be expected to arrive and sail from here: OOTWARD. HOMKWAKIV IHOS. 1 l»iS lMelpmtie.tr April 11 +\ippon Mar. 27 "E. F. Ferdinand Apl. 27 I Vnria Valeric581 words
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Advertisement602 1903-03-21 7 STEAMSHIP COMPANIES. N. Y. K. JAPAX MAIL STEAMSHIP CO. LTD A regnlar FORTNIGHTLY serriee it maintained between Japan and Europe by the following NEW TWIN BCREW PTEAMERB, Under Mail Contract with the Imperial Japanese Government, specially designed for the Company's European Service, lighted throughout by Electricity, provided with excellent accommodation602 words
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Advertisement880 1903-03-21 7 NOTICES. I SINGAPORE SPORTING CLC Programme for the Spring Race Meeting, 1903. MAY 19th, 2Ut, •■!&<! firsTday. Tuesday, 19//< M«.y. THE GOVERNOR'S CUP.— A Cup pr< -rainl by H. E. Sir F. A. Swettenhan K.C.M.G. and f 2t)(i added by the Clal A Race for Maiden Horses. Weigh 9*t Entrance,880 words
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Advertisement530 1903-03-21 7 NOTICES. THE ROOHORE PLATE.— VaIue $800.— f-'econil horse to receive the entrance feee. A Handicap for all non-winning horses that have started at this d meeting. Entrance $5 if declared by noon on Saturday, 9th May, and 910 if declared after noon on the 9th May. and by 4.16 p.m.530 words
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SHIPPING.
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Article1268 1903-03-21 8 Under this heading the following abbreviations are used str. steamer eh.— ■hip; bq. barque; sch. schooner; Yet. Yacht; Cru Cruiser; Gbt. flunboat; Tor. —Torpedo; H.p.— Horse-power; Brit. BriHtb; U. S.— United Stales; Feb.— French; 6«r, German; I Jut. Dutch; Joh. Johore; CL*.— General-cargo; d.p. deck passenger; U.—1,268 words
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Article149 1903-03-21 8 PI r Prr H*am*T Tim?. To-Dav. Penang and Deli Htb* 3 p.m. Amoy and Swatow Htmp H-> 3 p.m. Rangoon 4 Calcutta hrzwada 3 p.iu P. Swet'ham via ports Snppho 4 p.m. Bangkok Matnilde p.m. Kaneoon /irndrnt 4 p.m. New York Shimota 4 p.m. A i.i pana n149 words
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Article136 1903-03-21 8 From Europe Hy the P xO. s.s. Hallaarat due on Saiurday. with dates to the 20th Feb. Bbc brings replies to the mail which left Singapore on the 2«th January. Timer Tabi.b of Mails Dub. lanwth 8.1. PebMth Feb 2nd M. M. Feb 26th Febeth P. AC).136 words
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Article254 1903-03-21 8 5 v»",s >* Ton Captaih Kig From «ail*d. Cokbionebs. Mar IN S «a S- r str. HPH Xatvig 1M Nam Yoiii; But str 984 Smitb 20 Dott Nor etr. 680 Gjenire 20 Daphne (i. r str. 1391 Schippers W Siixouia* gvr. Mtt Biehmer •M Honit Bee Brit str AiM254 words
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Article149 1903-03-21 8 Liatb Vebkki.'s Name. Klao A Rio Tom. Omti.iatiob. Mar H BrimoM Brit gtr. 26Wtt New York 20 Dott Nor str. i>ho Bombay 22 >ui'ii luiik (4er str. BJI Bangkok 21 M.-iiclnii- Brit str. 3006 Hongkong, Shanghai anil Japan II Siixooia (ier str. SJSIti Hongkong, Shanghai and .Inimn 21 Sultan149 words
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Page 8 Advertisements
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Advertisement591 1903-03-21 8 K. A. J. CHOTIRMALL Co., JEWELLERS and SILK MERCHANTS, 61-62, HIGH STREET. Jewellers and dealers in all kinds of Indian, Chinese, and Japanese silks and silk fancy goods, curios, art embroidery work, carpets, and rugs. Also Indian'and Chinese-made gold and silver gem-set jewellerysilverware and'silverfcurios. Visitors will be cordially received whether591 words
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Advertisement664 1903-03-21 8 WHITEAWAY, LAIDLAW&Co. PADLOCKS TO SKETCH PADLOCKS TO SKETCH Size 1 inchfj. All brass, illtvm, aajf lorkiaft, tww flul Size indies, Ivory HI ick, sel. -locking I ron/ejshackle, •J Hat >i.n k»->^. steel keys. Price 5O cts. each. Price 6O Cts. Each. EUREKA i^^%\ PADLOCKS ff^ll ,^\^P' Wk As per -kftch664 words
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Page 8 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous27 1903-03-21 8 WEATHER TELEORAW. (E. E. A. C. Telegraph Compunu.t 20tii Maß< )i. HONGRONO.— Barometer 80.03. Direction of Wind West. Force of Wind I. Max. Temp in Shade 69.27 words
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Miscellaneous65 1903-03-21 8 WEATHER REPORT. fTanrinna Kerhau Honpital, 20th March, 190,1 vii.m 3 p.m. h p.m. Remarks. Bar .'2H.954 29.82-.' 20 914 Morning Temp 78.5 »V 0 T1.9 overcast, WB'lbTher 7J.fi 78fi 76.0 day and DirofWind s.s.w. .v.w. Calm., nicht clear. Max. Temp 87.» Mm 72.h Max.in Sun 147.fi Terr, rad 710 Rainfall65 words
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