The Straits Times, 20 September 1923
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Title Section13 1923-09-20 1 The Straits Times No. 27,359 SINGAPORE, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 1928 PRICE 10 CENTS.13 words
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Advertisement251 1923-09-20 1 SIXTY CAMERAS ARE OFFERED AS PRIZES IN A MILK PAINTING COMPETITION. OPEN TO ALL CHILDREN UNDER 14 YEARS OF AGE. Here is a fine opportunity for any child to win a Camera for Christmas —the No. 2 "Hawk Eye," a Film Pack Camera made by the Eastman Kodak Co., which251 words
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Advertisement144 1923-09-20 1 SPECIAL DISPLAY .f#4 Race Gowns I !»fi and Millinery Id jf OCTOBER RACES f V" MODERATE EXCLUSIVE PRICE DESIGN a H These are absolutely New Stocks which have only arrived in the last fortnight and there are Styles in both Hats and Gowns to suit all tastes and expenditure M144 words
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Article1189 1923-09-20 2 A Period of Investigation And Organisation. Mr. CL F. Green, the acting Director of Fisheries, Straits Settlements and F.M.S.. has issued his report on the department for the year 1922 and points out that the war has been an extremely important on« for the fisheries. From an administrative1,189 words
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Advertisement447 1923-09-20 2 Rm.n into lint !,ralthv boy. k» b'rn fed on Cliso, O ]fA and I lliri. it hi. itiiilrd h n.lure in wondeiful way." S Such a Good Baby! j Is that the description o( your little one > Happy and smiling when «t awake, sleeping peacefully at the proper time447 words
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Advertisement160 1923-09-20 2 Cuticura Quickly Relieves Irritated Skins Bathe with Cu-.:cura Soap and hct water to free the pores of Impurities, dry lightly, and apply Caticura Ointment to soothe and heal. Cuticura Talcum is ide-1 for powdering and perfuming. So» li. Tti'un It 31, OU'rnmt li M. uf 5» Cd. >Ty4g»ci.Ltd..27,CkMttrrlM>ttitSq WelU'i The160 words
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Advertisement363 1923-09-20 2 s IIREiLI li W BIG REDUCTION IN ALL SIZES. 30 v 3'i NON SKID CLINCHER $13J0 nrtt. HK {K ::u x .:>. OKI) I.IN< MXX Ms.son.il. 32 :t', NON SKID CLINCHER $28.30 v j 43 .i-l < OKI) Strait Side 537.75 j K^ JB 760 v 90 NON SKll> CLINTHER363 words
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687 1923-09-20 3 NOTICE is hereby given that Tenders will be received at the Colonial Secretary's Office until noon on September 21, 1923, for the exclupiM- light, subject to the limitations Orclinr.nce, 1909, now Ordinance No. 118 (Liquors Revenue), and to the I'uUs made thereunder, of687 words
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957 1923-09-20 3 NOTICE is hereby given that tender* will .1 it the Resident Councillor's til nocn on September 21, 1923, for I Ight, subject to the limita- ion Revenue Ordinance, IMB, now Ordinance No. 118 (Liquors Revenue), and to the Rules made thereunder, of selling957 words
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Article431 1923-09-20 3 The Year's Results of the Prye Plantations. The fourteenth annual general meeting of the Prye Rubber and Coconut Plantation*. Ltd., was held on August 9 at 59, Easteheap, E. C. Mr. Frank Copeman, who presided, said that the net proceeds of the sale of produce in the431 words
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Article311 1923-09-20 3 Are the Islanders Losing Their Reserve 'National characteristics are subject to the laws of change, writes Mr. James j Douglas to the Daily Express, j "I was startled" he says "by the discovery that the oldest English institution is tottering on iv foundations. The English are losing311 words
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Advertisement285 1923-09-20 3 GOVERNMENT NOTICE Tenders will be received .it the Colonial Secretary's Office, up to noon of November :;n. I'j23, for the following v.ork .YEW GENERAL POST OFFICE, SINGAPORE. Every person applying for a form of Tender will be required to deposit the sum of one hundred dollars with the Colonial Treasury285 words
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Advertisement417 1923-09-20 3 LADY IN AUSTRALIA Tells How She Drove Out The Toisuns Of Rheumatism. Rheumatism is in the blood, therefor' it is useless trying to cure it by rubhmf ointments or liniments on the skin. Mrs. W. Douglas, of Brunswick Roa<l, Alln.iv, Western Australia, proved this for herso'f a while »go, and417 words
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Advertisement335 1923-09-20 3 ROSKOPF Wristlet Watches AT REDUCED PRICES. Silver Screw Case 15 Jewels. Price $18.00. Gold 14-K. Screw Case 15 Jewels. Price $40.00. Gold 14-K. Screw Case y 2 Hunting. Price $48.00. 3 spare Glasses supplied free to every Watch. ROSKOPF WATCHES are known for over 60 YEARS in this country and335 words
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Advertisement742 1923-09-20 4 STEAMER SfIILIMS PT& 0.-British India «"<? Apcar Line (Companies Incorporated in England) MAIL AND PASSENGER AND CARGO SERVICES PENINSULAS AXD ORIENTAL S. N. CO. Under Contract with His Majesty's Government. LONDON-FAR EASTERN SERVICE OUTWARDS FROM LONDON HOMEWARDS FOR CHINA AXD JAPAN FOR MARSEILLES. LONDON AND ANTWERP. Tonnage Due Spore Tonnage742 words
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Advertisement693 1923-09-20 4 STEAMER SAILINGS THE OCEAN STEAM SHIP CO, LIMITED, THE CHINA MUTUAL STEAM NAY. CO, LTD. (Incorporated in England) The Bine Funnel Line REGULAR SERVICES TO LONDON, AMSTERDAM, ROTTERDAM, ANTWERP, HAMBURG AND BREMEN. GENOA. MARSEILLES, LIVERPOOL AND GLASGOW. MARSEILLES, HAVRE, LIVERPOOL AND GLASGOW, BOSTON AND NEW YORK. Taking cargo on through693 words
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Advertisement651 1923-09-20 4 STEAMER SAILjNOS IMMLYKE PAXETVAART MAATSCHAPPIJ (ROYAL PACKET NAVIGATION CO, OF BATAYIA) (Incorporated In Holland) tTNDEB CONTstACT WITH THE NETHERLANDS INDIA SOTEKbatBMT. TeletkaM Nn. Paaaage Dept, IJI, Freight Dept, 12M, Maiiae l)e»i. aaui TraiuUßsieal Dept. 1457, Hansger'e tept. IMS. SlS S^'»3 SSr^^ r Tanjong.l.ci.on,. Paneh, ■CWWTO-Bept«sb«f 80, Sourabaya, fatagen, Kuta-liaroe, B«l.k-Papan651 words
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Advertisement524 1923-09-20 5 STEAMER SAIUNGS N.Y.R. LONDON LLSB Hakozaki Mara Oct. 18 llakusnn Muru Oct. 30 LIVERPOOL UNE Tsushima Kan end Sept. HAMBURG Ll»f Tsuyama Muru Oct. i P»W YORK L(W Ha WTM «OUTH AMERICAN LOT Kaaagawa Mara beginning Nov. HOMBAT UNE Tumbu Man. Oct. .1 Bad* Man Oct. 3 Malacca Muru bcjjn.524 words
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Advertisement429 1923-09-20 5 STEAMER SAILINGS^ 0. S. K. Prepeaed tellings from llagapara. subj.et to change without previous eotlee.) EUROPEAN LINI For Marseilles. London, Hambarg, Rotterdam, Antwerp, via Colombo, Baas aad Port Bald. *.rr. Oep. LONDON MARU Oct. 5 Oct. 6 Calls at Aden, Port Sudaa and Marseilles NEW YORK UNE For Baa Francisco,429 words
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Advertisement554 1923-09-20 5 STEAMER SAIUNGS -NEDERLAND" ROYAL MAIL UNE AND "ROTTERDAM LLOYD" ROYAL MAIL LINE SAILINGS FROM SINGAPORE OF NEDERLAND "ROTTERDAM LLOYD" R. M. UNE B. M. LINE Tia Belawan-Deli, Sabang, Colombo, via Belawan-Deli, Sabang, Colombo, Genoa, Algiers, Southampton MarscilU-., Tangier, Southampton to Amsterdam. to Rotterdam. VONDEL Sept. 17 PATRIA Sept. 10 Pr.554 words
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Advertisement664 1923-09-20 5 STEAMER SAILINGS "ELLERMAN LINE BLLBIIMAN BUCKNALL BTBAMSHIP Co, LU. (Incorporated ia England) STEAMER Due Singapore PASSENGER SERVICE OUTWARDS. t CITY OF KARACHI China and Japan Oct. 0 •s.a. CITY OF PARIS China and Japaa Nov. 1U s.s. CITY OF CANTERBURY China and Japan bee. 27 HOMEWAKDB. fu. CITY OF KARACHI664 words
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Advertisement664 1923-09-20 6 CIHEiAS PALLADIUM THEATRE Tel. 903. TeL 903. ORCHARD ROAD. TEN POINTS TO REMEMBER 1. The Palladium has been recently cleaned and redecorated. Z. No economy is observed so far as the selection of pictures is concerned. 3. The orchestra of six musicians is carefully rehearsed for each film and ii664 words
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Advertisement397 1923-09-20 6 CWEttM EMPIRE CINEMA From Thursday, September M to Sunday, September 23. In the Second Show at 9.15 Two new episodes 7 and 8 of Pathe serial featuring JUANITA HANSEN and WARNA OLAND in 15 episodes THE PHANTOM FOE i n is episodes GLADYS WALTON in a Universal Special Attraction A397 words
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Advertisement241 1923-09-20 6 The New World TO-NIGHT SHANGHAI ACROBATS AND CONJURORS JAVANESE WAYANG KULIT MALAY BORIA FREE CINEMA ALL FREE SHOWS Friday, September 21 Mr. Y. L. Tan pTWII K. Dm anj Mi>pi Tijah in a Great Chinese Trugical I'luy StT CIIEE I'OH THE STAR OPERA. At the THEATRE ROYAL North Bridge Road.241 words
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Advertisement36 1923-09-20 6 1 GENUINE Marseilles Roofing Tiles REGULAR STOCKS CARRIED BT BtbUamiuti BROSSARD MOPIN (Incorporated In China) SINGAPORE. ttHIH<»»M»»M«HMIHMI>I HAffi DRESSIMTALOON JAPANESE BARBER MOLLAH SYSTEM AT 1, DHOBY GHAUT. (Proprietor K. IMAYEDA). Head Office 59. BRAS BASAH ROAD.36 words
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Article120 1923-09-20 7 FIXTURES. Taaradajr, Boytssabac :o Hilfh Water, V.ly a.m., fi.lfi p.m. Phil. Oreho'stra, Mem. Hall. 6.16. lakers < up. Jefcorc Bahra, I .i') p..n l"rida>. Scptemlxr 2\ Hi»h Wat. r. 841 a.m, 7.15 p.m. UQtward mail by Knmncut. iatu^lay. September 22 Mich Water, 9M ::.m., 8.57 p.m. Asstraliaa120 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE.
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Article92 1923-09-20 7 Bast Wharf Baaln—Nil. Ka«t Wharf Van Ovarstraten, Clcnfalloch Shcera Wharf Nil, Main Wharl Kn »f, Honolulu Maru, HoKatoas, Mi'dusu. Kmpire Dock Niiguto Maru, Hakodate Maru, T;m<'». Ekraa. West Wharf Klaag, Kajang. Jardints Wharf J.:«'.e r'ieldinf. I'alo Brani (oil Wharf—nu. Kepprl Harhnur. Main Whart Haaket. Sapphire, D'jli)h:::92 words
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Article183 1923-09-20 7 ASl>.\>:<;, Siam., 4M Uas, from Kuantan I'.i-'.i. i.r KMWtaa •-l:;-'.i. I'ONAI. l'rr:i.. "7r, tons, from Saigon 19-lt, foi Bkalsjaa aits. i:km\. Brit, tons, trass Calcatta i:i-u, for Calcutta HONOLULU 'l.v.A. .lap., I^4o ton:, tnm -il-!>. for Honirkont; 21-0. INDBAGIRI, But, (64 ton fj !!'-■.>. for Indraairi !>' I183 words
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Article196 1923-09-20 7 IMb* Fata Tahat 3 p.m. HatHvia 3 p.m. lVnani;, Rangoon and Calcutta 3 p.m. IVnang and Calcutta 3 p.m. Malacca and Munr 3 p.m. Kola Tingui 4 p.m. I'ontianak 4 p.m. K< "n.'imun, Kualn Uungun and Trenjt- pasta 4 p.m Malacca and Huar o 4 p.m. Sonrabaya196 words
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Article37 1923-09-20 7 Tara Angkor Khiva K. der Xedcrlumlen TifriiiK.i Tersta i.ri i Spore Aug. 8 Aug. 13 Auk. U Aur. Aug. 13 Aug. London S«pt. 3 Sept. 11 Sept. 11 Sapt. 14 Sept. 17 Sept. 1737 words
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Article89 1923-09-20 7 rwpaWsMt wilt's W()ild-wido Methodism statistics just issued show seven large groups in Great Britain. th<United States. Australia. New Zealand. Cana<!a, Japan atid South Africa. With :i iminbership of eleven million communicants, ihv Methodist Church has M>me foiiy to fifty millions including children. There are more than a hundred89 words
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Article193 1923-09-20 7 EXCHANGE Singap< n Bfttimbcr M. On London, Hunk 4 m/s 2/4 7/32 Demand 2/4 1/8 I'iivnte m. credit I 2/4% On New York Demand 53 I l'ii\;r-.' N(J 'a KM iOn Frcnce, Bank 890 On India, B ak T.T. m% On Hong :i n Bai <lis. T.T.193 words
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61 1923-09-20 7 Tone of market.— Quiet. Latest London cables quote Spot shc.'t .".\d. Spot Del Oct.-Dce. Jan. -March April -J ana 81 tiUjapore Staadard I'ale Crepß. Closing Pncea. Bay«r». S«ll«n. Spot Oct. (kt.-Dec. ■lan.-.Mar.h Apiil-Junc Singapore Standard KibbtK) Smoked Sheet Closing Prices. Buyer*. Belleri MM -''l61 words
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STOCKS AND SHARES
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Article213 1923-09-20 7 Val. I'd. Bayers. Sellers. I l Bat I;-.' Padang o.m o t r, 1 Hitam Tin 1.32 A 1.37V4 I I Jaianton o.2oncm 1 i Johan Tin (>.."7 'i 0.42V4 1L O Kahv. Kamunting 4»;/(i 47/6 cd. 10 10 Kint:i As::n. Ord. 7.00 7.MJ 5 S I.ingui Tin 4.20213 words
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Article139 1923-09-20 7 Fssuf I nl. I'd. Kuv.-rs. Sf-llom. I IJ. Km. Tobac -o .V.VO 5.10.0 10 Id Central Engines 0.00 10.00 10 1(1 Centra] Motors 3.25 3.75 n £1 E. Smoltinjr Co. 7.10 7.J5 1/-J/ Klao. Tramwayi 1/3 1/9 i Lfl in: r 1 Kmvi :;7.i0 S&OOxd. ■i 50 ilnmmcr Co.139 words
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Article103 1923-09-20 7 O, Bttf p.c. J1.?34,300 par B p.c. p.m. S'por" Klectric Tramway*. 5 p.e. loa S'porr MaaWfal i p*. *i.x:x.G(iO par. S'por<" Munieinnl 4 4 p.*. of 1907 $>.00U.000 i p*. (Ha. S'porf Municipal 4H p.«. of >>w xi.600 ,r,00 pc. dts. S'porr M»nfclpal 4H p.*. of IM9 ll.6fln.wtn to103 words
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Article393 1923-09-20 7 •>ea»r and Co. and Lyall and Rratf Qaetattea*. L*teat arallabla Sterling QmeUtlons ax* »iiaU4 ra aji«tt«r f«fe FrMaj To-day'« Price*. I'rmer Lyall Co. ET»tt. Ulen!>yNe\v(sl) 1J2H1.40 IM 1.35 Uor ilajah (Si) \a:> 1..", I.:;.') i.4."» L HiUm ($5) 14.00 15.00 14.00 15.00 V. Easing <*n OJH o.<;:> 0.r.0393 words
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Advertisement866 1923-09-20 7 I LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS Other (.'laxsll.od Advts., net pafe 16. OKANGE JYHI P. lii-rry S>riip. ReM SfTVp, i 1 1 i l'(ini'K'':iM:;tc Syrup, Plantain .''..l Ibtrry Syrup. Tamarind Syrup. 11. Dolter, lirrct Importer. Europe li. VACANCIES, 14) Ht EUaaketa. T I. IBIS. PARISIAN HATS AM) BftOl ADE SHOES .'ust unpacked at866 words
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Advertisement56 1923-09-20 7 High Grade Robber Goods FOR THE FACTORY AND MINE Hosepipe, belting, sheets, valves, packings, buffers, rings, etc. FOR THE MOTORCAR Tyres, tubes, radiator-hose, matting, vulc. compound, vulc. canvas, solution, etc. AND FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE. Manufactured at low prices by the SINGAPORE RUBBER WORKS* Hcad-OOlce and Works Town-Olfic* and Showroom56 words
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Advertisement309 1923-09-20 7 BRASSO THE BEST METAL POLISH. IMPARTS A LASTING. BRILLIANCE. Agenta BARKER KENGCHUAN. dp) SINGAPORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EXCHANGE NOTICE is hereby given that the Half Yearly General Meeting of Members will he held within the Exchange Building, on Fridny. September :>B. 1923, at 'J.l. r > p.m. for the following309 words
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Advertisement252 1923-09-20 7 COURTESY to customers hat always been oar true guide in business so if you do not get proper attention to your needs e.'sewhere, send us your commands the noxt time, and we will personally attend to them. LOWEST PRICE combined with good qualify and the right stuff are what we252 words
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Obituary99 1923-09-20 8 Mrs. ANNE JANE GRANT. This morning, j o'clock at Clinic, I.ivor V..il.y HI. A;;rii c,K. .'us. Anne Jiine Grant, mother of Miss Mabel Grant. Funornl taring the Cathedral of the Good Slmph-ird, at 4/iO p.m. Panang and Coylort p:ipcrs please copy. MADAM MM BUAT 1. 1 AM At No.99 words
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1077 1923-09-20 8 Little news comes to hand about fn-sh developments of the Franco-German situation. For a day or two h.>peful note* were sounded and then there foil a silence, and whether that silence betokens improvement or th? reverse, it is imposs'blo to say. .Meantime1,077 words
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Article41 1923-09-20 8 The total expenditure of the Ministry of Pmsions from its foundation in 1917 up to June 30 this year was approximately £478,000,000. At the end of June, 570,000 disablement pensions were being paid, of which about 160.0C0 were permanent life pensions.41 words
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Article47 1923-09-20 8 As the result of a t'raca* in Yeravda, (Poona) Central Prison, arising from an assault on the gaoler on August 31, a Sindhi convict died in prison the same day. An enquiry is b-jing held by the District Superintendent of Polir-e under orders of the District Magistrate.47 words
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Article64 1923-09-20 8 The British railway accident record for 1923 was one of the best during: the present century. There were only three train accidents which involved loss of life January 27, Blisworth August 21, Milton Range Halt December, Birkenhcad Park and the total number lulled was five. The number of passengers carried64 words
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Article25 1923-09-20 8 Mr. E. A. Strouts has arrived in Kuala Lumpur to join the Forestry Department. The Malay Mail hears that he represented Cambridge University at boxing.25 words
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Article31 1923-09-20 8 The rate of issue of Money Orders for India and Ceylon to-day is Rs. 171 $100. The rate of payment of Money Orders from Ind a and Ceylon is Rs. 175=5100.31 words
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Article27 1923-09-20 8 All the Chinese schools and societies propose to have a lantern procession in celebration of the Republic Day October 10, provided the necessary sanction can be obtained.27 words
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Article33 1923-09-20 8 Our Tenang correspondent wires that a fracas at Borea Alrclau led to the prosecution of several Malays for stabbing a compatriot. One was fined $75 ov three months imprisonment. The money was paid.33 words
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Article37 1923-09-20 8 A tea party was held at Omaran, U Chancery Lane, the residence of M-x. Syed Omar Alsagoff, on the 13th inst., on the occasion of the signing cf the Lausanne peace treaty. A band was in attendsnee.37 words
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Article43 1923-09-20 8 A new 3'< i h. p. power biplane, named the Zephyr, has been successfully t:i d at Famborough. It is controlled with wonderfuf ease. The machine was buii; in the Royal Aircraft Factory by members of the Aero Club in their spare time.43 words
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Article38 1923-09-20 8 Lard Wilfingdon in his speech at the prize-giving at the Madras Medical College urged young Indians to equip themselves with those characteristics that wouM enable them successfully to administer India, to which the Reforms were being worked up.38 words
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Article55 1923-09-20 8 An analysis of the June stock-taking announcements of l»a Lancashire cotton spinning concerns with a total paid-up ordinary share capital of £11,053,607 and 8,703,702 spindles, shows that 6t) have not been able to make a distribution to shareholders. Three companies paid 2Vi per cent, per annum, five 5 ptr cent.,55 words
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Article65 1923-09-20 8 A Chinese was charged in the Roccnd Police Court this morning with h"irg l> possession of chandu to the value of $1,200. It was stated that the chandu was found in a box which, when examined ii> the customs shed, was found to have l a false bottom in which65 words
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Article67 1923-09-20 8 The' World's History as Told by a Prophet. This was the subject of a sirring lecture delivered by Elder J. \V. Rowland last night al The Gospel Lecture Tent, sixth milestone Upper Seiangoir. Road. The residents of Singapore will be interested to hear the noted lecturer, Elder L. V. Finster67 words
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Article71 1923-09-20 8 The last 14 years have seen great progress and improvement both in me natters of Agriculture and Co-operative Credit Societies in Burma. There are at present 1,000 societies of the latter with a membership of 90,000, and at the sevorl-h liuinial conference it was resolved to further extend the activities71 words
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Article64 1923-09-20 8 Regarding the questionnaire issued by the Indian Mercantile Marine Committee, which was forwarded by the Government to the United Provinces Board of Agriculture for an expression of their opinion, the Board recognised the desirability of encouraging the Indian Shipping Industry, but recommended that in doing so care rhould be taken64 words
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Article81 1923-09-20 8 Last night a raid was made by a party of police under Mr. Mallard, A.S.P., and Inspector Johnson on some farmhouses off Alexandra Road. A man was found in the act of reading a book, which hetried to hide when the police appeared. Subsequently the book was found to be81 words
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Article88 1923-09-20 8 On Sunday morning, writes a correspondent on the 19th inst., a Tamil was seen to dump a cat in front of a house on Orchard Road not very far from Amber Mansions. On discovering that the animal's hind legs were broken, I wrote to the P.C.A. Dept. at the Municipality88 words
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Article97 1923-09-20 8 Mr. King, Secretary to the Kinematographers' Association, commenting on the objections to certain films being shown in India, points out that they are of American origin, and it ii possible to stop them either before their despatch from America or import into India. It was unlikely that protests in English97 words
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Article132 1923-09-20 8 With reference to the burglary at Mr. Justice Sproule's residence in Western Road, Peneng, on Saturday ..ight, the Straits E;ho says the premises were entand while Mr. and Mrs. Sproule were away at the Town Hall for the Call of the East performance. The paper learns, by the way, that132 words
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Article459 1923-09-20 8 Mr. J. D. Daly, Assistant Commissioner of Police, Kuala Lumpur, who has been or. r.iik leave, has resumed duty. Mr. Charles N. Leembruggen, managing director of the Pulai Syndicate, Kelantan, is on a business visit to Kuala Lumpur. Mr. J. B- Human, traffic signal inspector, F.M.S. Railways,459 words
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Article34 1923-09-20 8 The Blue Funnel steamer Eumaeus with mails despatched from the United Kingdom on August U«, is now advised as arriving at daylight to-morrov.-. The correspondence will be delivered by tho Brat delivery.34 words
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Article54 1923-09-20 8 Some alarm has been caused annng the illiterate class of the Chinese by a rumour that an 'earthquake had been prophesied as about to take place in Singapore. It is said that, pamphlets to this effect have been distributed, but enquiries by the police in this connection54 words
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Article102 1923-09-20 8 An extremoly useful Weight Conversion Table has been prepared by Mr. A. Roose, Acting Registrar of Imports <nd Exports. It is intended for use with the new list of classified articles of Import and Export which will be adopted in the Trade R»tuins as from January I,102 words
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Article109 1923-09-20 8 With the object of making an extensive survey into various branches of science the yacht St. George will sail from Dartmouth at the end of October for a cruise in the Pacific. She will be away approximately ten months, and will call at the following ports Pitcairn, Maga109 words
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Article144 1923-09-20 8 A Calcutta wire of September 10 says Calcutta was awakened in the early hours of this morninjj by a sharp I hock of earthquake which has not done damage. It recalled to the minds of sleepers the tragedy in Japan. Seismograph records show that the first tremors144 words
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Advertisement284 1923-09-20 8 MM*' I^E? V f rj-Tj |-j v i. V^B HHHhHEb You'K £ikl ihe QUICK-LITE Uti P Idrd for S 'roy kO»t r. rd duoagbout tka boOM. Always ready v/kh 500 c v.:<!l<:-pov.v.- xcuri white, 'JS hrillir.ncc. Blighter tr.?n 20 cU-Bty!e cil lamps. I^^H^HBH Clean, ccnvcaisat, stfe. Mjm t! -ri r.284 words
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Advertisement171 1923-09-20 8 ALHAMBRA In the Second Show at 9 p.m. HERBERT RAWLINSON IN ONE WONDERFUL NIGHT in 5 Reels. CONSTANCE TALMAGE IN A VIRTUOUS VAMP in 5 Reels. In the First Show at 7.30 p.m. RUTH ROLAND IN THE TIMBER QUEEN In 15 Episodes or 31 Reels. Episode 11 THE RUNAWAY ENGINE,171 words
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Article706 1923-09-20 9 M. Poincare and Mr. Baldwin Confer. [Reiter's Service.] London, September 19. Paris Mr. Baldwin remained in his hotel this morniug ar.d was inaccessible. He waR conferring with Sir William Tyrrell and his secretaries. Colonel Waterhouse and Mr. J. C. Davidsoi., while LoH Crewe called in the early morning.706 words
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Article301 1923-09-20 9 [Reuter's Service.] London, September 19. Vancouver The Japanese population of Canada, totalling 15,000, including 7,000 wage earners, have contribute.! $102,000 to the earthquake relief fund. An additional $10,000 is expected. London, September 19. The Bulletin Journal of the Federation of British Industries emphasises the necessity of 'immediate steps301 words
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Article113 1923-09-20 9 [Reuter'b Service.] London, September 19. Athens The funeral service for General Tellini was solemnly celebrated at the Catholic cathedral of St. Denis in the presence of all Government officials and members of the diplomatic corps. Simultaneously an Allied squadron entered the Bay of Phaleron led by tho113 words
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Article97 1923-09-20 9 [Rii'tbr's Service.] London, September 19. San Diego At the naval court of inquiry into the kWJ of seven destroyers at Honda Point, on the Bth inst., Lieutenant Blodgett, navigating officer of the destroyer Delphy, testified th3t the bearings the flotilla received by wireless from Point Aguello gave97 words
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Article91 1923-09-20 9 [Reutek's Service.] London, September 19. The chairman of the Lennox Lee Carico Printers' Association, at a meeting at Manchester, referred to the keen competition experienced abroad, especially in Germany, where the productive capacity had .increased to the highest pitch. Lancashire could not expec: to again hold the91 words
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Article165 1923-09-20 9 Discussion on the Opium Traffic. [Reuter's Sirvic*.] London, September 19. Geneva The opium committee heard the statement of Lord Hardinge on tl.c measures adopted by India to restrict and regulate the traffic. Mr. Porter, America, spoke in favour of assembling an international conference as soon as possible,165 words
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Article81 1923-09-20 9 [Reutek's Service.] London, September 19. Washington Great Britain has replied to Mr. Hughes' proposal for an Anglo-American agreement on questions of liquor on ships and liquor smuggling. The officials describe it as in general not unsympathetic." They understand, however, that Great Britain has proposed to submit the American proposal81 words
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Article79 1923-09-20 9 [Rioter's Servici.] London, September 19. The Hague The Government have notified the Second Chamber that enforcement of the naval law will be postponed to January 1, in order to momentarily relieve the financial pressure, particularly for the Dutch East Indies. The budget expenditure involved in the establishment79 words
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Article64 1923-09-20 9 [RETTrEE'S SBBVICE.I London, September 19. Madrid Decrees signed by King Alfonso include one against separatism, which provides fcr the trial by courtmartial of offences against the unity of the country, permits only Spanish flags to be flown from buildings and ships, except foreign, imposes heavy penalties on separatist64 words
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Article69 1923-09-20 9 [Reuter'B Service] London, September 19. New York There is no indication of a settlement of the newspaper strike. Only eight-page composite issues were published this morning. London, September 19. New York The printers have accepted the proposal of the president of the Pressmen's Union to appoint69 words
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Article63 1923-09-20 9 [Reuter'b Service.] London, September 19. A meeting of the London creditors of the Banque IndustrieHe de Chine has approved of the modified scheme of arrangement. London, September 19. Jerusalem The Church of the Holy Virgin, Gethsemane, was robbed last night of diamonds, jewels, silver lamps and icons. London, September63 words
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Article97 1923-09-20 9 [Reuter'B Service.] London, September 19. Delhi The National Congress subcommittee on Hindu-Moslem relations unanimously xpreed to recommend the formation of congress Hindu-Moslem guards to suppress riots. The polling of congress yesterday on a resolution in favour of boycotting goods from the British Empire was 640 for and97 words
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Article69 1923-09-20 9 [Reuter's Service.] London, September 19. Allahabad It is reported from Meshed that a severe earthquake occurred at Bujnurd, seventy miles west-south-west of Ashkabad, in the province of Khorassan on the morning of the 17th inst. There are no details. [Khorassan is the most north-eastern province of Persia,69 words
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Article45 1923-09-20 9 [Rsvter'b Service.] London, September 19. Washington The battleship Arkansas and the destroyer McF3rlar.d collided at night during manoeuvres. The destroyer was struck on the forward port side and the bridge and was seriously damaged. She is proceeding under escort to Boston.45 words
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Article435 1923-09-20 9 A Proclamation by The Cabinet. The Consul-General for Japan forwards the following telegram, dated Tokio, September 18, which is described as the essential part of a Cabinet proclamation md evidently issued by the Premier as .he first person is used Vast numbers of sufferers roam among che ruins,435 words
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Article121 1923-09-20 9 (By Courtesy of the N'anyo Nichi-Nichi Shimbun.) Tokio, September 18. Premier Count Yamamoto and Viscount Gotoh, Minister of the Interior have been appointed President and Chief Secretary, respectively, for the Board of Reconstruction of the devastated area. Although the gas supply and telephone in Tokio will not121 words
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Article110 1923-09-20 9 Singapore, September 20. Rubber.—London Is. 3ttd. Local 50%. Tin.—London £198 15s. Local $99-* (50 tons sold). Share Market.—Quiet. Rubber.—Allenbys 1.30-1.35, Teluk Ansons 6.90-7.10. Jimahs 1.30-US. Bassetts 115-1.20. Sungei Bagans 2-2.15, United Malaccas 1.55-1.60. New Craipieleas 62^-674 cents. Glenealys 1.45-1.50. Tins. —Tongkah Harbours 9.75-10, Hitams 1.35-1.40, Johans110 words
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Article517 1923-09-20 9 Singapore, September 20. Tin— £l9B 15s.— up £1. Rubber.— ls. 3%d.— down %d. Rubbers. Weak. Jeram Kuantans 39--42, Lunas 7.90-8.10, Craigieleas 65-70, Radellas 3.90-4.10, Tambalaksj 77'4-82V4, New Serendahs 3-3.10, United Malaccas 1.50-1.55, Malaka Pindas 1.57 '.£-1.62^2, Kuala Sidims 2.35-2.45, Bukit Jelotongs 70-75, Mentakabs 25-28, Ulu Benuts517 words
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Article147 1923-09-20 9 Action Against a Java Company. A case was commenced in the Supreme Court this morning, before the Chief Justice (Sir Walter Shaw) in which a Chinese firm claimed $5323 from a Dutch insurance company both parties being resident in Java. The claim was brought under an insurance147 words
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Article53 1923-09-20 9 Amalgamated.— 23, Bos lbs. 8a1au.— 22,000 lbs. Bintan.— 2l,loB lbs. Bukit Kepong.— ll,l77 lbs. Bukit Kiara.— ls.ooo lbs. Bicoklands. 60,000 lbs. Beranang.— 2o,sl3 lbs. Chembcng.— 32,B3B lbs. Connemara.— 11.670 lbs. Cheras.— 2o,ooo lbs. Darrang. 11,585 lbs. Jcram Kuantan. 22,815 lbs. Jt-i-ani Padang.— o,2o9 lbs. Kamasan.— l4,2oo lbs.53 words
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Article2464 1923-09-20 9 A Survey of Recent Medical Discovery. We give to-day a second instalment of the very interesting pamphlet in which Mr. Alma Baker, C.8.E., summarises recent discovery in the life giving values of certain articles of diet. The previous section published in our issue of September 19, described Vitamins,2,464 words
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Article154 1923-09-20 10 Importations into the United States. We are indebted to the Planters' Association of Malaya for the following details of the importations of crude rubber into the United States during July, 1923. The figures have been compiled and distributed by the Rubber Association of America. The estimated net weights154 words
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Article1803 1923-09-20 10 Prosecution's Strange Story At Assizes. The case was commenced at the Singapore Assizes yesterday, before Mr. Justice Barrett-Lennard, and a special jury, in which Veerappi Chetty is charged with having forged the signature of Mr. Ng Hong Guan to a promissory note for $30,000, and the signature1,803 words
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Article141 1923-09-20 10 The 621 st auction of the "Singapore Chamber of Commerce Rubber Association was held on September It), when there was catalogued 1,502,093 lbs. or 670.67 tons. Offered 986.595 lbs. or 440.4 1 tons. Sold 621,287 lbs. or 277.06' t0n5. PRICES REALISED. London Is. d New York 29141 words
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Article140 1923-09-20 10 (From Our Own Correspondent.) Malacca,, September 19. What should prove an interesting entertainment has been arranged for Saturday, the 22nd, in the Malacca Club, in aid of the Chaplaincy Fund. This fund has already benefited to some considerable extent by the untiring efforts of many helpers, and it140 words
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Letter747 1923-09-20 10 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, It would appear that your correspondent in your issue of 14.h instant. Mr. Chia Cheng Hoe, is not the only gentleman who has been subjected to such grievous inconvenience in regard to the refusal of the Dutch Immigration Dept.747 words
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Letter275 1923-09-20 10 To the Editor of the Straits Time?. Sir, Your leading article of yesterday's date is not only timely but represents the view of a large section of the public. When the Income Tax hit the pockets of the rich every blooming association purporting to represent275 words
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454 1923-09-20 10 Singapore, September H>, IMS. To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, Your article t -day expresses "xartly whM the law-abiding resident; feel about things which hay. happened and which continue to grow In bulk and in intensity, such as armed robbery, secret society intimidation! and murders, etc. Seats of454 words
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Letter175 1923-09-20 10 To the Editor of the Strain Times. Sir, It is indeed a pleasure *> read your leadinj: article of yesterday dealing with Kenya and Its Indian" in which you have made a pnmoaneement that "Our business is to care for the Indian ii India until he is able to175 words
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Letter100 1923-09-20 10 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, Regarding your eOBUMBta v auction room practices in your valuesl jrurnal of the 15th in?t. may I make bold to request you to raise your impartial voice in the matter which is reaching a stage when public notice la most100 words
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Letter106 1923-09-20 10 Kim Seng Place." To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, Is Kirn Seng Place goirr: U> be forsaken by the Municipality, especialJy by the Road Improvement Department Some time back the thoroughfar.was quite sound, though lack of M perly metalled road was somewhat felt. Everybody in the vicinity thought106 words
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Article78 1923-09-20 10 The action brought by Mr. I.uh Vat C'h: against Mr. Boey Chuan Poh, the proprietor of a Chinese newspaper, in whLh he claimed damages for libel, was withdrawn in the Supreme Com' day before the Chief Justice, Sir Walter Shaw, counsel stating that, the defendant liad agreed to withdraw tht-78 words
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Article255 1923-09-20 11 Johore Wins MacDougal Cup. The Royal Johore Polo Club had a gratifying nuc« ess in the final of th-.' .MaiDougal (up at Johore Bahru yesterday, beating Singapore by 4 to 2. It was true that this was by virtue of the handicap. Johore receiving three goal.", but all the255 words
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Article189 1923-09-20 11 TO-DAY'S TIES. A Singles. Tyiei v. Laybourne, (to finish). B Singles. Dona.dson v. Cassels. Whitley v. Salter. Ainsworth v. Duff. Schofield v. Case. C Doubles. Hay and Romney v. Williams and Gorsuch. Sends and Wright v. Nesbit and Greig Jamieson and Brown v. Snell and189 words
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Article80 1923-09-20 11 On account of the heavy rain the football match between ihe S. F. A. team and tin- Middl.-.x in aid of the Japanese Relief Fund was postponed. The foiiowing will represent the S.R.C. ■gajMl the Indian Association at football to-morrow on the S.R.C. ground C. M. Uoiliijnns I). C.80 words
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Article109 1923-09-20 11 London, Sept. 8. It is reported that the Aga Khan has received an offer from America of £70,000 for his race horse Munrtaz Ma ha.'. LoadOß, Sept. 4.— The Jockey Club stewards have (ierlined to entertain the appeal aainst the York stewards' division in the Duke of York109 words
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Article141 1923-09-20 11 A list is posted on the Association notice board on which those who wish to play fco'.ball for the Association this year are requested to sign their names. Practice matches will be held for the purpose of selection. It is hoped all those desirous if141 words
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Article28 1923-09-20 11 The Kenpel Got Club September J LbsSm Spoon competition, which was: itid yesterday, is cancelled owing to in- ■sufficient entries but will be re-played. •m Wednesday next.28 words
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Article245 1923-09-20 11 Results of the Bth inst.— First Division. Birmingham 0, Sundcr•'and 2 Burnley 2, Nottingham 4 CUm 0, Aston Villa 0 Everton 0, Blackburn 0 Manchester 1, Bolton 1 \Yw. .ivtle 2, Sheffield 2 Notts 1, HuddshmM 0 Preston 0, Liverpool 1 Tottenham 2, Midditsborough 1 West iromwirh 4,245 words
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Article682 1923-09-20 11 Annual Report of the Hoard Of Directors. The thirteenth report of the directors •f the Sungei Bagen Rubber Co., Ltd-,! for the twelve months ended June 30,! lates that, after charging depreciation at I he usual rates upon all assets, the! >rofit and loss account shows682 words
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20 1923-09-20 11 Orders for week ending September 23 Friday, 21«t. Eighth Troop Enrolment, 5.15 p.m. >20 words
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Advertisement65 1923-09-20 11 NEW His Master's Voice RECORDS SEPTEMBER ISSUE Just Received BOOK YOUR ORDER NOW. S. Moutrie Co., Ltd. RAFFLES PLACE, SINGAPORE. 4 6/12, 6 19 and 6124 Constructions IN STOCK SOLE AGENTS William Jacks Co. SINGAPORE AND KUALA LUMPUR. m GOULDS INDUSTRIAL, AGRICULTURAL, MUNICIPAL, RESIDENTIAL. TRIPLEX CENTRIFUGAL ROTARY DEEP WELL WE65 words
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Advertisement262 1923-09-20 11 Raffles Hotel The most spacious Dining; Hall and the Finest Ball Room in the East. TEA DANCE Every Monday and Friday. ORCHESTRAL CONCERT Every Wednesday. GUEST NIGHT. DANCING. Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. RAFFLES ORCHESTRA. EDGAR HULLAND, Director. Branches Establishments GROSVENOR HOTEL, Singapore. SEA VIEW HOTEL, Singapore. RAFFLES CAFE, Singapore.262 words
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Article810 1923-09-20 12 (From a Correspondent.) Ipoh, September 17. We have had a Motor Gymkhana after two yeant, and judging from the of support it had on the first one cannot speak or write of Satnadajr'i function as a success, though it richly deserved to be on account of the work810 words
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Article238 1923-09-20 12 The Church Not Pulling Its Weight." An unprecedented event in the relations tin Church of England and W r, Mi-thtxlism took place recently when the president of the Wesleyan Conference, the Rev. T. Ferrier Hulme, preached in Bristol Cathedral. This was the first occasion on which a238 words
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Advertisement593 1923-09-20 12 TeL No. 1986. TeL No. 1»S«. THE ORIENTAL HOTEL BRAS BABAH ROAD, SINGAPORK. CENTRALLY SITUATED IDEAL SERVICE EXCELLENT ACCOMMODATION. W*l2-farniahed and Comfortable. Roosoa with PrlvM* Bath*. Flrat-cUaa Cataina under European Saperrlaioa. Grill Roam. Cafe. Special Billiard Room with dtaadard Table. PERMANENT AND TRANSIENT. CHARGES MODKRATsV ,{^^s Prepared as directed Mellin's593 words
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Advertisement685 1923-09-20 12 Here is Health and Vigour Full to the brim with new life for worn-out nerves and starving tissues. Rich in the restorative food elements which nourish the nerves and the body. Sufferers from nervous exruustion, and those who are weak and ailing after illness will find Sanatogen an inexhaustible fountain685 words
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Advertisement743 1923-09-20 13 To our customer— the retailer Should you have any square containers unopened left on your hands we urge you to return them and full invoice price will be refunded. To sell them would he harmful to you as well as to vs the tea will he quite out of condition743 words
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Advertisement942 1923-09-20 13 SALES BY^CTOIII^ CHEONG KOON SENG fi CO. IMPORTANT AUCTION SALE of valunble town and country pw At Messrs. fTmng Kiion Bang Cu.\s s:il. room. No. M, (hulia Street, on Wednesday, September ?8, ct 2.30 p.m. 1. Valuable freehold hind and house known as No. 13. Truro Koad, oir Dorael lloa'l.942 words
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Advertisement78 1923-09-20 13 SOLE UirORTXBSt The East Asiatic Co.. Ltd. (lacorporstsd in Dtmraark) SINGAPORE ♦♦-»♦♦-»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦-♦♦♦♦♦♦>-«« HAIPHONG DRAGON Supplied to the Spore Municipality, Government of Johore, Malacca Municipality, P M.S. Railways and all leading architects and contractors. DUPIRE BROS. Sole Agents, Singapore. TITAN BRAND GEMIBNT TRADE °L jt_ MAM Sole Imparten BORNEO SUMATRA TRADING78 words
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Advertisement157 1923-09-20 14 No, Mtdam, it woii't shrink, if you use LUX. You need have no anxiety as to the washing ol' dainty clothes if you use Lux. The pure Lux flakes dissolve instniiij; in hot water, forming a rich and cream-like lather. There is no need to rub -Lux coaxes rather than157 words
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Advertisement2099 1923-09-20 14 ■MUBWHBMHnwwßaaßHMniaMßaßwnsaaßßaßaHuaßiM^ i 5 AlMti over $5,000,009 S.C. AuirMct ia fore, .vcr $17,000,009. W j The Great Eastern Life Assurance Co., (lacorporaud .a liralU kettlMaeata.; MXAX> UFFIOI Vriaeaesttr Hoaae, Stacapore. LONDON O»#iCß 1 U, 014 itwrt, 8.0. The CompaLj kas 420,000 deposited with the Supr.me Coart ol EafUad aad cumplies «iia2,099 words
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Article987 1923-09-20 15 Notes and Comments On Current Topics. Ey a London Correspondent. Nearly ah the big events of tho 192:; motor cycling season in Eurcpe havenow been held end the- result has been a sweeping success lor British machines. One wou.d expect these to predominate in the home events,987 words
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Article41 1923-09-20 15 The extraordinary depression in British shipbuilding is shown by the fact that not a single contract is reported to have been placed on the Clyde or the east coast of Scotland in Aumist, while the Clyde launching* only totalled 1,865 tons.41 words
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Advertisement144 1923-09-20 15 WHAT GAR ARE YOU RUNNING NOW P You never hear that question asked of the owner of an ESSEX. For once an Essex owner always an Essex owner. The low cost of running, the delightful comfort, the perfect reliability, and the beauty of its construction have made the ESSEX (Prtec144 words
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Advertisement295 1923-09-20 15 21st HRi 22nd 1K» Good AT THE PALLADIUM THEATRE IJv arrangement wii'i SiagajMTC'l mor;< "up-to-date Cinematograph Theatre, we arc able to shew for two Bights only THE GOOD MAXWELL Film. This interesting picture shows THE GOOD MAXWELL successfully accomplishing feats which mast cars could not stand. Besides THE GOOD MAXWELL295 words
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Advertisement384 1923-09-20 16 lUAX (OAT ft CO LTi. (Ineorvoratad in Singapore) •hlpcfcana'ler* »nd General C ertn«t«rs, M, PHILIP STKKWT. New Shipments Jott received and stock* always on hand of (iakanised Padlocks, Woodite Rings, Clybarn Spanners, Asbestos Cord, Tack's Genuine Packing, lira*s Butt Hinges, Uoxwood Rules, Mason* Trowels, Flat Kerosene Lamp Wicks. &c. &c384 words
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Advertisement355 1923-09-20 16 LADIES A Special Cheap Sal* will be held from MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 3. THE PARISIAN HOUSE Will be under re-organixatlon, necessitating clearance tale of all goods. Non* danaged, none old, some article* two months, some three weeks only, to be ■old at sacrifice. Every article* will be sold 60 per cent,355 words
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Advertisement882 1923-09-20 16 CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS The PREPAID charges for Wants, For Sal*, To Let, *t«.. In ordlntry close set type (average six words to line) are per line one insertion 28 cents, two ins. 46 cts., three ins. 64 cts., four in*. 82 ets., It* Ins. $1.00, six ins. $1.13, ten ins. $1.40,882 words
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Advertisement682 1923-09-20 16 LAND AND HOUSES TO LET, compound hor.se No. B, Sophia Road, from August 1. Apply Ed. af. Nathan, 8-b, De Bouza Street. TO LET, immediate entry, bungalows at Pasir Panjang (6% mile), beautifully situated, facing the sea, nice healthy place for European occupation, unfurnished. No. O. 3 bedrooms No. 330,682 words
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Advertisement769 1923-09-20 16 ANNOUNCEMENT JOHN DUKE, I F.8.0.A., F.S.M.C. OPTICIAN. Wishes to announce that, as from September 1, he has acquired the practice lately carried on by N. LAZARUS, Opticians, of Medical Hall, Battery Road. On and from this date all prescriptions and en- i quiries should be sent to 12, BATTERY ROAD,769 words
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Advertisement288 1923-09-20 16 Latest Publications Just Received DIET FOR WOMKN, be (e-il WebhJohnson. tUL, il\V... I ■»> < h I Surgeon ar.d Officer Commanding Station Hospital. Sp«ijl..t in Midwifery, Diseases of Woir*n and Children. Clotn Edn. Illus $2.50 DIET FOR MEN. kf the sam* author $J.. r <o SEVEN AGES, A Narrative of288 words
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Miscellaneous209 1923-09-20 16 THE STRAITS TIKES TKLJEPHONb* Editorial and Geaeral M Manager* OSee 1 117 AH communication* relating to editorial matters and new* should be addressed to THE EDITOR. All communications relating to business matter* advertisements subscriptions, accounts, printing, etc.. ahould be addreised to THE MANAGES ADVERTISEMENT RATES. Wants, For Sale, To Let,209 words
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