The Straits Times, 9 September 1929
1929-09-09
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Title Section25 1929-09-09 1 The Straits Times [ESTABUSHSD NEAKL.Y A CKSTUKY THE LARGEST AND MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPER IN MALAYA. o PAGES SINGAPORE, MONDAY. SEPTEMBER 9, 1929 PRICE 10 CENT25 words
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Advertisement108 1929-09-09 1 TROPICAL SUITING "FLGRODOR" (8.D.A.) WING LOONG. i HltiU ST., SINCAFOKE. 1 Underte^ Nourished AND SICKLY CHILDREN ESPECIALLY J£'''^// 'mm NEED TIIE HEALTH BODY BUILI) IN« PROPERTIES OF EAR BRAND RICH NATURAL SWISS MILK I A RAPID GAIN IN WEIGHT AND VIGOUR INVARIABLY FOLLOWS. BEAR Brand Milk is collected exclusively from108 words
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Advertisement156 1929-09-09 1 Genuine Sale Bargains FOR CASH ONLY SPECIAL OFFER OF FRENCH TOILET SOAP Boauli fully pcrfum.-d, <|P^' Perfumes arc all the three tablets in box j ji^^^S^Tx V-^t I newest and the soap various perfumes. f) afafe* j& </! 1 of the finest quality. TWO SPECIAL OFFERS OF BATH SOAP FRENCH156 words
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Advertisement6 1929-09-09 1 FLORODOR (&DJL) WING LOONG TROPICAL WEAR.6 words
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Advertisement613 1929-09-09 2 P. 0. BRITISH INDIA AND APCAR LINES (Incorporated in England) MAIL AND PASSENGER AND CARGO SERVICES I ENINPVLAR AND ORIENTAL Si*. CO. I \;>ER CONTRACT WITH HIS MAJESTY'S t.,. ERNMENT. LONDON AND FAR EAST MAIL SERVICE. OUTWARDS FROM LONDON FOR CHINA AND JAPAN. Tonnage due S'port iMi MANTUA U.000 Sept.613 words
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Advertisement535 1929-09-09 2 SHIPPING ANNOUNCEMENTS. (NIPPON YUSEN KAISHA) TO LONDON Naples, Marseilles, London, Antwtrp and Rotterdam Vessels Tonnage Due Sail HAKISAN MARU 10,500 Sept. 12 13 I KITANO MARU 8,000 Sept. 26 27 HARUNA MARU 10,600 Oct. 10 11 t KAMU MARU 8,000 Oct. 24 25 KATORI MARU 10,000 Not. 7 t t535 words
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Advertisement524 1929-09-09 2 BURNS PHILP LINE (Incorporated in Australia) FOB BRISBANE, SYDNEY AND MELBOURNE, VIA JAVA, DARWIN 4MD THURSDAY ISLAND. Regular monthly sailing* by the wallknown iteamer MARELLA (7,875 tons) and the new motor vessel, MALABAR (4,612 tons') 11 The M. MARELLA ii one of the Urges 3 and finest (teamen trading to524 words
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Advertisement643 1929-09-09 2 K. P. M. (ROYAL PACKET NAY. CO. OF BATAVIA) (Incorporated in Holland) Under contract with the NETHERLANDS INDIAN GOVERNMENT. Telephone No. 3640, with lub-conneetioDf to Passage, Freight, Transhipment Marina Depts and Manager's Desk. Representative for Singapore and Strait* Settlements of the Official Tonrlst Bureau of Java. All information, detailed itineraries643 words
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Advertisement539 1929-09-09 2 THE BLUE FUNNEL LINE THE OCEAN STEAM SHIP CO, LIMITED. THE CHINA MUTUAL STEAM NAV. CO, LTD. (Incorporated in England) REGULAR SERVICE TO LONDON, AMSTERDAM, ROTTERDAM, ANTWERP. HAMBURG AND BREMEN-GENOA, MARSEILLES, LIVERPOOL AND GLASGOWi DO EILLES, HAVRE, LIVERPOOL AND SOW— BOSTON, NEW YORE AND BALTIMORE. EEKLY SERVICE— LONDON AND NORTH539 words
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Advertisement533 1929-09-09 2 TIE SIAM STEAM NAV. CO., LTD. (Incorporated In Siam) BANGKOK COASTING SERVICE For 57**?' Kelantan, Bangn.r., Telupln, Patani, Sfngora, Lacon, Sichon, Bandon, Kohsamui, Langsuan, Chumpon and Bangkok. Arrival Departure SUDDRADIB Sept. 8 S.pt. 11 VALATA Sept. 22 Sept. 25 1 T .*< n PI fltud throughout with •lectrie light and533 words
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Advertisement497 1929-09-09 3 SHIPPING ANNOUNCEMENTS. ELLERMAN BUCKNALL STEAMSHIP CO., LTD. (Incorporated in England) "ELLERMAN" LINE PAMEHCm AND FREIGHT SERVICE TO TIIK UMIIUI KINGDOM AND CONTINENT FREIGHT SERVICE OUTWARDS To Hong Kong, Shanghai and Japan. Due Spore. SJ. CITY OF NEWCASTLE Sept. 19 IV Of SHANGHAI Oct. 17 ITV OF SINGAPORE Nov. 14 HOMEWARDS497 words
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Advertisement460 1929-09-09 3 DOtUUI STEAMSHIP LINE ,W AMERICAN MAIL LINE ROUND-THE-WORLD SERVICE From SINGAPORE and PENANG via COLOMBO, SUEZ, PORT SAID, ALEXANDRIA, NAPLES. GENOA and M VRSEILLES to NEW YORK and BOSTON Arrive Leave Leave Spore S'po.-e Penang PRES. CAUFIELD Sept. 16 Sept. 19 Sept. 21 PBE3. POLK Sept. 30 Oct. 3 Oct.460 words
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Advertisement524 1929-09-09 3 DUTCH MAILS N.V. Stoomvaurt MaatttchappiJ Nederland and N.V. Rotterdamsche Lloyd WEEKLY MAIL and PASSENGEK SERVICE TO Ocaoa Amstartaa Sootbamptoa Mareclllea Rotterdam i.i. Slainm 11,500 R.L. Sept. 18 «.i. Pnn»«i Juliana B,ICO S.M.N. Sept. £0 a.a. Tamborm 6,600 R.L. Sept. 2' m.v. P. C. Hoott 14,600 S.M.N. Oct. i m.v. lndra^oera524 words
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Advertisement368 1929-09-09 3 OCEANIC AND ORIENTAL NAVIGATION CO., SAN FRANCISCO, CAL. TACOMA ORIENTAL STEAMSHIP CO., TACOMA, WASH. STATES STEAMSHIP CO., PORTLAND, ORE. JOINT SCHEDULE. Sailing for United States and Canada Points from Manila and Hon» Kong San Fran ■:«<..) and Portland Sai's about PENNSYLVANIA from Manila Sept. 17 8. PENNSYLVANIA fr-.ra H. Kong368 words
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Advertisement131 1929-09-09 3 If* ENTRA I 1 IENGINE WORKS LT°lL T °1 Li I SINGAPORE ll'OH KUALA LUHPUB. ROLLED STtEL JOiSTS Channels, Angles, Tees, Ramnds, Flat.% Squares, M. S. PLATES (BLACK A" I .';:!>). L Tel. No. 2717. OOUSLt rOLE TRIPLE POLE BHB^SV*^.^ V WITH OR WITHOUT FUSES j ffgo^m^i£^ .i-| THE GSNKEAL131 words
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Advertisement889 1929-09-09 4 NOTICE^F SALE FEDERATED MALAY STATES STATE OF NEGRI SEMBILAN. In the Supreme Court of the Federated Malay States at Seremban. Originating Summons No. 123 of 1*29. In the Matter of the Estate and Effects of SOO WAH HENG alia* TOO WAH KHENG, Deceased. Oetween THE EBTATE TRtST AGENCIES (I»Z7>, LTD..889 words
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Advertisement731 1929-09-09 4 NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that the manufacturers of "0.X." Cement are not selling their product in British Malaya under any other label but the 0.X." label, and proceedings will be taken against any person or persons who wrongfully make any statement to the contrary with a view to deceive731 words
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Advertisement681 1929-09-09 4 b*x J 'J^ *^*m "How well you look!" have only Kruschen Salts to thank." Thii ia tlie sixth enthusiastic testi- unsolicited and you may make what m noniai from tlie same man. Kruschen you like of same. Wishing you nrru Salt* continue to ke«p him fit, happy success." JAS. F.681 words
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Advertisement870 1929-09-09 4 r FEA is not all alike. You will realise this when you have once tasted fresh Brooke Bond Red Label tea, fragrant and fresh from the patent tin. Pa»a««\ I nsTocwA tyuser jjjßgjsg —get Brooke Bond TfffVHf^ra^ ca an d secure this gtfjfifOe k'ti' 1 standard of KjAinfl quality and870 words
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Article571 1929-09-09 5 Indian Problem. THE WEAK TIE OF SENTIMENT. "England is a country which h.is spread through the world parliaments,! railwayi and futorlts. co-operative' societies and safity bicycles, the use of tobacco and afternoon tea, the practice of athlet'i sports and aseptic surgery, child welfare work. Boy Scouts571 words
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Article286 1929-09-09 5 Pilots Complain of Red i Tape. pilot nrc complaining that aviation i l« -v:;' strangled by v<<\ tape and that tli< number roles, regulations, and i' 111 1 ictioni grow.- daily. "We shrill i n need medal permit,"] ed pilot ';m<l "every time we take al machine off286 words
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Article60 1929-09-09 5 I At Allahabad on Aug. l'<;. Mr. Justice r granted a rule nisi requiring Mr. il on, Kditoi nf the Pioneer, to show b) \u". !JX, why h<> :liollld not I" J piuiKfllfd with in i >ninfill or a line, or Imiili, foi contempt of eouit 111 respect of leading60 words
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Article812 1929-09-09 5 Three Forms Now Legal. The new marriage law in Italy, as laid down in the Concordat with the Holy See, was to come into force on Aug. 1. Since Italy became a kingdom in 1870, only one form of legal marriage has pre- vailed a civil marriage812 words
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Article192 1929-09-09 5 Boy Brought Up As A Girl. How a boy named Marion Bodmer, of Pennsylvania, was brought up as a girl and attended a girls' high school until he was nineteen is reported in a Reuter menage from New York. The secret was disclosed when Bodmer sought to192 words
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Article736 1929-09-09 5 Wrong Political Road That Leads to Decay. Mysore, Aug. 24. "Real culture includes within itself an appreciation not only of intellectual values but also of social virtues. A truly cultured man has no use for dogmatisms, fanaticisms or unreasoning beliefs or prejudices of any kind. A736 words
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Article185 1929-09-09 5 Actor "Guilty" of SideWhiskers. Side-whiskers were the cause of an unprecedented scene at the Green Room Club, which culminated in the public trial and forcible shaving of a well-known actor. Seldom, if ever, has a member been shaved in the lounge of his club. But when Lawrence185 words
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Article504 1929-09-09 5 Payment to Widow. SIR B. SPILSBURY CRITICISED. After a tria! iMtiag MVM ''ays, Rich»rd Joshua Reynolds, aged 23, a wealthy kmeru'an, was found guilty at the Old Btiley of the manslaughter of a motorcyclist by running him down with hU •notor-car. He was sentenced to five504 words
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Article247 1929-09-09 5 Brutal Sword Attack on A Briton. A ghastly example of treachery, arising out of the natives' objection to inoculation against plague, is reported from Uganda. The natives concerned belong to a religious sect called the Amalekites, who argue that God decides whether a man shall live or not.247 words
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Article26 1929-09-09 5 The tender of V. C. de Souza and Laa San, 512.500, has l)con acccptwl for th« construction of a pavilion-anncv G.O.C's quartan at Mount Boaie, Siri^.iIMJIL.26 words
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Article63 1929-09-09 5 The arnual general meeting of St. Joseph's Old Coys' Association was held at the club house on Aug. .'!0. Oflicei<earers elected included the following President, J. P. J. Kss; vice-pre>i(lents. Dr. H. T. W«e and W. C James hon. Hecretary, B. Nicholas committee. Dr. Teo Kah Toh, M. f. Comes,63 words
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Article70 1929-09-09 5 The next overseas tour by thr Koyal Empire Society's Special Commissioner, is to be to Kcypt, India, Malaya, with possible extensions to Siani anil .lava. Commander Baynolda will leave LonldB on Oct. S, anil late in January be will reach Singapore with a margin nf tnr iw .■-ix weeks in70 words
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Advertisement543 1929-09-09 5 COMBINATION PLUNGER PUMPS AND x >^ v ENGINES, K^ y p AT <f y& Capacity 600 and 1,500 gallons per hour to a C#4 >is^ Head^f 80 feet. MORE FIIH Y^L/ V-^ o\e i j EAT FISH because it is so TASTY C~Wf\jr* Self-contained, Direct EAT FISH because it is543 words
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Advertisement830 1929-09-09 6 .^^Mwaßssis^s^. The Machine You Will Eventually Buy THE UNDERWOOD CC BY THIS SIGN A GUARANTEED service with every machine. SHALL YE ta KNOW IT' rmmmmmm**.* m\J^^SSßS^mti^^^l/ojjm}l US Winner ot the WORLD'S Speed Typewriting Championship since 1906. W Stocked in sizes from 10'/ 2 indies to 2G inches. There is also830 words
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Advertisement574 1929-09-09 7 ph™ cii TONG SEN THEATRE S3 By arrangement with Universal Pictures Corporation I'rcKfntH From Saturday, Sept. 7 to Friday, Sept. 13, at 9.15 p.m. A SPECIALLY SKLE(TEI) R.U E PROGRAMME SILKS AND SADDLES In 7 Long Reels. With HABIAM NIXON, KICBABD WALLING, VARY NOLAN and a Strong a-l. IN THE574 words
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Advertisement286 1929-09-09 7 Victoria Theatre Commencing SATURDAY, SEPT. 14 at 9.30 p.m. THE LAWSON-SYDNEY ENGLISH COMEDY CO. IN A BRILLIANT REPERTOIRE OF PLAYS Opening Performance September 14 THE ROTTERS MONDAY. SKPTEMBKR IG. THI RSDAV. SEPTEMBER IS. EASY VIRTUE FAIR AND WARMER By Noel Cow.rrf. SEPTEMBER 28. TUESDAY. SEPTEMBKK 17 TH p tfA.Turru u/*n286 words
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Advertisement391 1929-09-09 7 TIVOLI S^^ From September 14 f ■rc^'fl*' The Biggest Screen Corned- i^W "CVt ienne discovery in years, «V\ in a Medley of Mirth and nK^'^'^'^ Merriment. Jw LHJAN HARVEY The Greatest British Film Star, /f AIiACW t as a tempestuoua and tempera- /f/MjJ »Zf mental Spanish Dancer. One '^fm/A IIW%391 words
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DOMESTIC OCCURRENCES.
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Obituary55 1929-09-09 8 Mr. Con Ilonjr Kiat, at liis residence, M 1 i"., bin Chew Street, on September II J. Lear ng ion, Mr. Gan Kwm Bane, 1• tlirec daughters. MM dsnghtvr-in-la« I several jfrandchildrc:!. Funeral will tr.kc plac- r.t 10 a.m. on Thursday, the 18th inst. to Alexandra IW. Buri»l Rronnd55 words
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Article32 1929-09-09 8 JFr. Thy Kirn Guan and family befr to thank lh--ir relatlTCS and friends who attended night viiitj nrd funeral r.nd thusc who sent wreaths and letters of condolence in their bereavement.32 words
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SHARE MARKET REPORTS
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Article162 1929-09-09 8 Singapore. Sept. 9. Rubber. Local 33 ',<■ cents per lb. Market Quiet. Rubber.— Steady. New Scudais 2.21'i2.27>«, Bukit Jelotong? 72H-77 1 Jerams IM-IM, Kaatahaki 51-534 cents, Batu Lintangs 1.174-1.21V4, Ulu Benuts Gl'i-54 1 cents, Nclmays 62 1 j-55H cento, Nyalas 1. 484-1.05, Kuala Sidims 3.40-3.60, Sungci162 words
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Article151 1929-09-09 8 Rose Macphail Penman, Ltd. Singapore, Sept. 9. London.— Rubber 10 1-IGJ., up 1-lCd. Noon price 34 cent». I.r.odon. Tin, no price. Mining.— Dull. Sungci Ways 3.:,J-?..K0, Kuchain 1.55-^.67% cents, Kinta Dredge 1.77I^o, Klanit Rivers 2.60-2.70 xd.. Hong Fatts HO-Ki cents xd., Malaya ConsoU. 544-554 <-ents, Penawats 1.04 1 2-1.0CV4. Petalings151 words
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LOCAL STOCK AND SHARE QUOTATIONS.
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Article432 1929-09-09 8 SHIPPING NOTES. Damage Caused By Leak. A leak in an oil valve on board the P. and O. Branch Service liner Baradinc resulted in a large number of cabins j i-ituatod on the "C deck being flooded with til, and over seventy of ths passengers had432 words
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Article164 1929-09-09 8 Leaving Port Without A Clearance. The accountants of two motor schooners were severely dealt with by Commrir. G. F. Hole. R.N'. (retired) at the Marino '-'curt. Hong Kong. The first man, who was the accountant en board the schooner N. 2 Taiwan Maru. was charged with leaving the164 words
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Article276 1929-09-09 8 r>.-sonz? r iluo to arrive at Singapore ,'roi" turo:>* to .Jay I.y tho N.V.K. i;ia:l rrtltsT j Katori .'tiaiu ure Mr. M. P. Andcrjo'i, Mr. J. Rhskdikul, Mr ID. r. Conncry, Mr. t. C i ox, Mr-. M. Cross Mr. and Mrt. 1 bowdeewell. Mr. J. Haruie, Mr. K.276 words
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Article30 1929-09-09 8 From China, by Glenninoy, due at Singapore this afternoon. From China, by Dalgoma, due at Singapore to-morrow. From China and Japan, l>y Shinnoh Mum, doe at Singapore to-morrow.30 words
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Article62 1929-09-09 8 Hcmlcr&on, Helm and Company, Inc. New York, send u.s the following cable (I. it Sept. 7, their quotations being in 1-0111 dollar cents closing bid prices Rubber Exchange sales to-day 100 tons. September 19.70, October 20, November 20.40, December 20.90, January 21, February 21.20, March 21.40, April 21.60,62 words
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Article261 1929-09-09 8 EXCHANGE. Singapore, Sept. 9. On London, Bank 1 in 2 37 S Demand 2 3 '.'3 H I'iivate 3 m. credit 4 On New York, Demand 05 15 1G Private 'JO d r>7 7 On Trance, Bank T.T. HI On India, Bank T.T. lbi'i, On llon« Konc, Bank T.T. 13'j261 words
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61 1929-09-09 8 Tone of Market Stagnant. Latcft Cable London Spot Sheet 10 110 d. per lb. Kaw York Spot Sheet G. cents 20 pt r lh. R.S.S. equal to Standnrd Q.C.F. Standard R..S.S. on Spot Standnrd R.K.S. on Tender Spot Sv|>tvml>cr October November Jan.-March M M61 words
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STOCKS AND SHARES.
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Article489 1929-09-09 8 Val. I\l. Buyers Sellers £1 £1 As«m Karobanir, :is 0 C 3 C 5-5 Aycr llitaw Tin 1". 'J 11 J £1 £1 Hanid-in Tin ;;<; U7 1 1 Ratang Padang Mi Ml 1 Hatu t'uvcs IJM I 1 1 iiukit Arang 1...J i,o £L £1 Rurmnh .Malay 41489 words
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Article225 1929-09-09 8 Val. I'd. Eu; ct3 Sellers 1 J Alex. Bliek IVcfs Ui 2.-'0 2 2 Alex. Orick Ord>. 2.TU L'.tfO £1 £1 Drit. An. Tobavc» ti.T.C UM 1 1 Central Fngine MO 0.00 1 1 Cycle and Carringe Mt COO 10s. 10?. Duff Development >• 6 :> 0 6 'Bd.225 words
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Article110 1929-09-09 8 Singapore Cole] Storage 7 p.c. dol>. ui 1P2G .-ed. iaai-^0 101 108 ci. MagaptM Municipal 3 j>.c. vt IL'01 red. 1XW H.B7MM pur. 0'i prcm. HOTM Municipal ■J'j p.c. of KKt7 red. 1M7 $l.tiUO,OUO 05 |«ar. Singapore .Municipal ■J'j p.c. of lHUJ re.l. IMi Tl,000,000 95 par.110 words
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Article383 1929-09-09 8 Fraser and Co. and Lyall and Evatl's quotations. Fn.MT Lyall A Cu. fcvall Allrnby ($1) S.SO 2.60 2.30 2.60 Alar Ujjah <fl) I.TK I.'JO 1.70 1.55 A. llitai i»l SJ| a.ij ,:.J.j 3.40 A. kumng i«l) 0.4 L".i U.Vi'U Ml U. 47 Am. Malay if 2) ;i.20 Ug383 words
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Article326 1929-09-09 8 Monday. Beptematr 9. Ships alongside the Whartes or expected tv arrive. Entrance nrm unora. Main ffktrf KM.H. I.ijrhtr r 88, Lrh. Edilh, \V. <lt. Aim 1. Tho Cable, Tag Bands. Oil Wharf Nil Coal Wharf ML VESSELS IN' DRY DOCKS. Fanlunt I'.isar. Nil Victor ,i li «k326 words
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Article160 1929-09-09 8 c alaa, Ha m Formosa, East Si-bi-ria. Philippine I lands. Western Ca«a4a It Western Btatet ot i:.s..\. i aichasl p.m. Sclat Pandjang, BcngfealU ami Bagma Si Apl Ai.i (Menu 1 dm Jj|iai\ ami Korea (Ajaxi pM Palembans and Pladjoe iSibolga) p.m North, N. Eaal and N. Wast160 words
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Article38 1929-09-09 8 By 1. P. Com >ibajak Klephant* t'orthos I". <lit Npilrrlandcn Khyliir Spore London July Aug. IS Aul'. 2 Aug. 2C Auir. 1 Auir. 21 Au(f. S Sept. :l Auif- S.-pt. I Auk- v Svt. v38 words
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Advertisement845 1929-09-09 8 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS Other Classified Achla, see page 20 WASTS. FOR SAKK, ETC. WANTKD near town he«M or flat, three room*, irarairr. stout $K3. (Ha S. Times. WANTF.T) an experienced stenographer for import firm. Begniteri nved not apply. 449, Slr.t,t.< Time*. TO LET SHOP AND FLAT, Amber Man Itleks. Apply Singapore845 words
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Advertisement208 1929-09-09 8 COVER CROP SEEDS Tlie following seeds can be supplied from ready stock CALOPOGONIUM MUCUNOIDES CENTROSEMA PUBESCENS VIGNA HOSEI MIMOSA INVISA PHASEOLUS Ll NATLS CROTALARIA USARAMOENSIS TEPHROSIA VOGELJI. Orders on other varieties can be executed within 3 weeks after placing of order. PRICES MOST COMPETITIVE. Borneo Sumatra Trading Co., Ltd. (Incorporated208 words
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Page 8 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous69 1929-09-09 8 METEOROLOGICAL REPORT Kandang Kerbau Station. <B» courtesy of Government Health Office. For the 2t Boors tnding at Midnight on September D;r. Max. shade temperature r. Mm. shade Umperat ire 74 f". Mean shade temperature 80.7 y. Max. sun radintiun im y. Mm. g:a?.i radiation 7DJF. M*an wet bul'j tcir.poraturc 76.469 words
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Miscellaneous123 1929-09-09 8 DAILY WEATHER REPORT. The following is the daily weather report of the Meteorological Branch, Surrey Dept., Malaya Tssterdsy. 9 a.m. To-day. Temperature. Rainfall. Bright. Mean Max. Mm. Sunshine. Humidity. Wind. Weather. Stations. F. Ins. Ho. of hours. Direction. Force ILP.n. Kuala Lumpur 87 71 .11 G.I H NX I Overcast123 words
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Miscellaneous219 1929-09-09 8 ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE WEEK. Monday. September 9 H. \V. a.m.. *:.<, 1..17 p.m., P.D. Sun rises fi..">U n.m., 0.5 p.m. Tueitdiiy, September 10 H. W. -.11 a.m.. M, 2.;J1 pja. X.O, Sun rises .'i.."iU a.m., sets 0.1 p.m. Wednesday, September II H. \V. a. 12 a.m., TJ, p.m. S.rt. Sun219 words
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Article651 1929-09-09 9 Rumour of Huey Yot Purchase. FRESH FOODS IN DEMAND AT LAST. (By Our Financial Correspondent.) Singapore, Monday, 11 a.m. To-day's Prices Rubber. Si cents. Tin, 175 tons at $106 J i. Saturday's I'rices Kubber. London 10s. 1 Ifid. up 1/16d. New York 20 cts., unchanged. Tone Dull.651 words
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Article105 1929-09-09 9 rs. Cuthrie and Co. report Singapore, Sept. 6. The local market has been devoid of intiTc-t and Hoses with spot unchanged at 34 cents, sellers not being willing to meet borers Thi- large shipment figure for August of 50,141 tons, although well over bearish estimatts, has h.i.l105 words
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Article42 1929-09-09 9 Messrs. Harrisons, Barker and Co. write Informing us that the low output from K.iinuiitinir Tin Dredging, Ltd., during Angoal whs due to readjustment of jigs and chutes, which work will probably not be finally completed until the end of September.42 words
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Article40 1929-09-09 9 The Sarawuk Gazette says it is rumoured that Government in sending up experts in tha near future to investigate the prospects of K»M in the Kngkilili and Marup district*. hears that recent prospecting in the Suiting district was not successful.40 words
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FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL NEWS.
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Article703 1929-09-09 9 Messrs. Montagu and Co.'s Weekly Letter. Writing from London on Aug. 14, Messrs. Samuel Montagu and Co. state The Bank of England gold reserve against notes amounted to £140,180,545 on the 7th instant (as compared with £141,375.637 on the previous Wednesday), und represents a! decrease of £13,725,770 sirce703 words
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Article74 1929-09-09 9 Rugby, Sept. 8. Foreign exchanges are Amsterdam 12.01) k Athens 375, Bombay Is. 5%d., Berlin 20.365, Brussels 34.85, Bucharest 818, Buenos Aires 47 5-32, Copenhagen 1K. 21.".. Geneva 26.18, Helsingfors 193, Hong Kong Is. HHd., Lisbon 108.20, Madrid 32.905. Milan 82.696, New York 4.84 23-32. Oslo 18.205, Paris 13.895,74 words
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Article939 1929-09-09 9 Defects in Present Acts. Hiss Merpcrct Bondfield, the Minister of Labour, has made to the Press a statement, which we give below, on the administration of the Unemployment Insurance Acts. Among th« issues dealt with by the Minister were the intention to introduce new legislation to safeguard workpeople939 words
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Article148 1929-09-09 9 1 Decision to Kwangtung Government. In an interview with Mr. Fan Kee-mo, a Canton correspondent was informed that the following taxes will be abolished Sixteen different taxes and special export duties as well as the total likin taxes will be entirely abolished within the next year, according148 words
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Article18 1929-09-09 9 Pattani Consolidated.— l3s piculs. Malayan Tin.— 2,loo piculs, 609,900 yards. Southern Malayan.— 3,loo piculs, 767,600 yards.18 words
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Article723 1929-09-09 9 Losses to Foreign Finance. The past six months, says The Times of Aug. 4, have been a period of growing financial stringency both in the old and the new world. To what extent stringency in the new has contributed to stringency in the old may be gathered723 words
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Article270 1929-09-09 9 Huge Profits Made by The Japanese. The alleged secret agreements entered into by the Hanyehping Iron and Coal Co., with Japanese capitalists were the subject of an interview granted to members of the Chinese press by a high official of the Ministry of Agriculture and Mines who, having270 words
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Article85 1929-09-09 9 For Agricultural Enterprise In Ceylon. The committee appointed in 1927 to consider the establishment of a State mortgage bank recommends that the capital of the proposed institution should be limited to Rs. 26,000,000 (£1,875,000), to be raised by the issue of debentures having a currency of 2685 words
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Article443 1929-09-09 9 Credit Hollandais, Of Amsterdam. The snowball and chain of prayer nuisance we all know, says the Financial News, but the Credit Hollandais, of Amsterdam, springs an innovation on us in the shape of a snowball which is to make your fortune for nothing and without risk. At least,443 words
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Article225 1929-09-09 9 How Country's Progress Is Hampered. The annual general Meeting of the shareholders of the Imperial Bank of India was held on Aug. 19 at the offices of the Madras Branch, Mr. C. E. Wood, president of the Local Board, presiding. I Reviewing the progress for the year225 words
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Article266 1929-09-09 9 Anglo-Johore Consolidated. 66,000 lb. Alor Ponfsu. 38,503 lb. Ayer Kuning. 13,006 lb. Baling.— 46,293 lb. Batu Lintang.— 71,730 lb. Banteng (SeTangor).— 88,766 lb. Beaufort Borneo.— G3?000 lb. Bakap and Titi Karangan. 38,886 )b. Bajau R. and P.— 17,105 lb. Batu Matang and Arras.— 38,000 lb. Bintan.— 64,532 lb.266 words
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Article849 1929-09-09 9 Depression During The Holidays. WAIT-AND-SEE ATTITUDE ADOPTED. (By Our Own Correspondent.) London, Aug. 15. The tin market has been discouraging in spite of the favourable statistics. Prices have lost ground daily, not seriously, but enough to disappoint people who had looked with every confidence for firmness in849 words
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Article132 1929-09-09 9 Improved Demand In Shanghai Market. Improvement in the Shanghai market is reported by the importers of Indo-Chinese coul as the end of summer approaches. The market for Japunese coal on the other hand, is still feeling the effects of unfavourable exchange. Local interest is centered on the contract132 words
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1052 1929-09-09 10 The Straits Times SINGAPORE, MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9. AIR SUCCESS TRAGEDY. Aviation provides the two outstanding items of nev/s over the week-end, and while one is a reason for great pride and satisfaction to all British people the other has caused the most profound dismay. Gicat Britain has retained the Schneider1,052 words
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Article1208 1929-09-09 10 Thamar Karsavina - Thamar Karsavina.) (By Nervous Energy Of Modern Life. I think the modern kind of dancing is I symbolic of the present age it possesses a rhythm and a beauty of its own quite in keeping with the nervous energy of present-day life. Beauty and poetry are1,208 words
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Article429 1929-09-09 10 Mr. G. W. Seubridge left Singapore this morning for Krastagi. He will be away until Sept. 18. It is officially notified that Mr. George Savage has been appointed to act as Post-master-General, Johore, with effect from Sept. 1. On the occasion of the birthday of His Highness429 words
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Article805 1929-09-09 10 WEDNESDAY THE TWELFTH." The Straits Settlements (Malacca) Association has issued invitations to a dinner at which the guests will meet H.E. the Governor and Lady Clifford, and by en unfortunate error the date of the function has been given as Wednesday, Sept. 12." This leaves a805 words
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Advertisement132 1929-09-09 10 The jAf I Ihree Castles"^, Cigarettes °j WdVPT O. Wills. O London "VELVUTO" Tennis Balls ENTIRELY BRITISH MADE. RELIABLE, DURABLE, INEXPENSIVE $8.00 per dozen nett. SPECIAL TERMS TO CLUBS. Packed in tins of four and six, each tin fitted with screw top cover. VELVUTO Tennis Balls conform to L.T.A. specification.132 words
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Advertisement73 1929-09-09 10 ALHAMBRA TO-NIdHT In the Second Show at 9 LATEST EMPIRE NEWS A Fox Super Production 4 DEVILS Featuring JANET GAYNOR First Show at 7.30 p.m. A Western Drama THE RIDING RENEGADE Featuring 808 STEEL. Booking at MOUTRIE'S. Prieea ai usual. TAN CHENG KEE CO., LTD... Proprietors. GiLBEVS "SPEV ROYAL" SCOTCH73 words
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553 1929-09-09 11 Malayan Forest Officer Killed. TRAGEDY AT JASK. Three People Burnt To Death. An Imperial Airways Indian air mail liner crushed at Jask, Persia, on Friday evening, and was destroyed hy fire. The pilot, a mechanic and the one passenger553 words
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Article87 1929-09-09 11 Return to "Capitalist" Methods. Riga, Sept. 8. In order to restore discipline among th>- worker* and raise the output of factoi i-s, the Soviet authorities have decided |c invest one person only, namely the director, with full nower and responsibililv. His orders will be absolutely binding: en theReuter - 87 words
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Article149 1929-09-09 11 Crew's Dash Through Wall Of Flame. A serious outbreak of fire occurred on the Norwegian steamer Solskin, of Oslo, as the result of which Captain Pettersen lies in hospital in a critical condition from burns. The steward discovered the fire ab«ut one o'clock, and so rapidly149 words
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299 1929-09-09 11 Jews Reply to Arab Accusations. Rugby, Sept. 7. The Colonial Office states that the situation in Palestine is reported quiet in al! districts. It has been possible to withdraw some cf the outlying detachments of troops, but the disaffected areas are being patrolled. The policeReuter - 299 words
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Article335 1929-09-09 11 Post Office Replies To Criticism. Simla, Aug. 23. Postal authorities are not disposed to take the allegations of hampering the working of the Air Mail lying down. The difficulties encountered in sorting All Mall letters are given as the cause cf delay. It is stated that many335 words
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Article64 1929-09-09 11 Hotly Contested Measure Passed. Canberra, S;;pt. 7. The House of Representatives, by 34 to 110, passed the second rrading of the. Arbitration Amendment Bill. This the most fiercely contested msr.sure of recent years repeals the Commonwealth Arbitration and Industrial Peace Acts, and is tantamount to withdrawal of theReuter - 64 words
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Article34 1929-09-09 11 Several People Killed In Lemberff. Lcmberg, Sept. 8. A bomb explosion occurred in a fair Kiouml :;t IatiVilt;:, and .si verai immi)I<' were killed. The outrage is attributed to Ukrainian Autonomists. Tans-Ocean.34 words
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Article238 1929-09-09 11 Agreement Approaching. FURTHER FIGHTING NEAR MANCHULI. Nanking, Sept. 8. The Chinese Minister to Germany has cabled to the Foreign Office from Geneva stating that the Soviet Government has withdrawn the demand that a n*w manager and assistant manager of the Chinese Eastern Railway be appointed, as aReuter - 238 words
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Article179 1929-09-09 11 Electrification of Main Lines. Rugby, Sept. 8. The possibility of the electrification of •he main line railway systems of Great Britain is foreshadowed by the following announcement made by the Minister of TransDort The Government has had under consideration the advisability of obtaining a report upon the problemBritish Wireless - 179 words
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Article188 1929-09-09 11 Would-be Legionaire In Man's Clothes. The port authorities at Rouen had a double surprise when the steamer Normamillc arrived there from Hamburg The captain of the vessel had discovered in the hold three stowaways, who had taken with them only bread and water as provisions for the journey.188 words
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Article65 1929-09-09 11 Dominions' Right to Be Abolished Wellington, Aujf. 28. Implying to a question in the House if Representatives with regard to the reported intention of the Impe'-ial Government l-> allow tl'e Dominions to abolish the present right of appeal to tliD Privy Council, Sir Joseph Ward, tl.s Prime65 words
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Article24 1929-09-09 11 Government Evening Classes at Raffles Institution :>tnrt on the 16th instant, and enrolment will take place to-morro\<\ Particulars appear in our advertisement columns to-day.24 words
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Article364 1929-09-09 11 President's Inquiry. ACTIVITIES OF CERTAIN FIRMS. Washington, Sept. 7. The allegations that attempts have been made by American armament firms to crab the naval disarmament efforts have been given such publicity that President Hoover has intervened, ordering the Attorney-General to investigate the activities of Mr. William B.Reuter - 364 words
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Article164 1929-09-09 11 Robber Killed And Seven Onlookers Wounded. Shanghai, Aug. 28. Seven innocent bystanders were hit by flying bullets in the course of a spectacular running street pistol battle between the police of the International Settlement and s'rmed robbers last night. The robbers held up a pawnshop, but warning was164 words
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Article47 1929-09-09 11 From Leviathan via London To New York. New York, Aug. 28. The stockbroker, Mr. E. M. Meyer, spoke to New York via London from the stockbroker's office aboard the Leviathan which sailed from Southampton. The call lasted over half an hour and cost £100.47 words
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Article38 1929-09-09 11 British Contingent Leaving Saar Basin. Cologne, Sept. 8. It is reported from Saarbruetken that the British contingent of international railway troops stationed in the Saar Basin will be withdrawn by Oct. 30 at the latest. Reuter.Reuter - 38 words
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Article60 1929-09-09 11 Sweden now has 940 mil.ionaires, according to the latest official statistics. Of ihese 748 are men and 192 women. Amongst the different social groups listed in these statistics the country estate owners form the biggest one. There are 195 landed proprietors who own one million kroner or more.60 words
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Article31 1929-09-09 11 It is reported from Rome that the first letter received by the Pope through the new Vatican Post Office came from Horn: Kong, and was addressed to him in Chinese characters.31 words
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Article197 1929-09-09 11 "M.FJ." Gives Six Winners. Selections for Saturday's races by M.FJ.," which were published in the Straits Times, turned out remarkably well, for six winners were given and ths places were also in the picture. In the first race the winner, Loch Buy, was given and197 words
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Article68 1929-09-09 11 All Occupants Found Dead. Winslow, Arizona, Sept. 7. The wrecked air liner City of San Francisco has been found on the slop*-, of Mount Taylor, New Mexico. All the occupants were dead. Grant, New Mexico, Sept. 9. The aspect of the wreckage of the wrecked aeroplane CityReuter - 68 words
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Article143 1929-09-09 11 Foundation Stone Laid At Geneva. Geneva, Sept. 7. The foundation stone of the new League of Nations building in Ariana Park was laid by Senor Guerrero, the President of the League Assembly, assisted by Sir Eric Drummond, the Secretary-General, Farrughi Khan, the President of the Council andReuter - 143 words
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Article102 1929-09-09 11 130 School Children Drowned. Helsingfors, Sept. 7. The Finnish steamer Kuru capsized in a heavy sea off Tammerfors, a few minutes after leaving the quay. She sank within a minute. It is estimated that over 100 passengers were drowned. Reuter. Helsingfors, Sept. 8. The passengers on board were102 words
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Article63 1929-09-09 11 Smaller Airships for Atlantic Service. New York, Sept. 7. Dr. Eckener the commander of th<; Giaf Zeppelin, who stayed behind when Ihe airship left Lakehurst for Friedrichshafen, has left for Germany. He stated that a new dirigible, smaller then the (iiaf Zeppelin, will have to be built forReuter - 63 words
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Article69 1929-09-09 11 Prince Becomes Competent Pilot. Rugby, Aug. 27. The Daily Mail states that the Princo of Wales, who has been flying regularly for some years and has cften handled controls in the air, has now become a j competent air pilot. He has recently made frequent flights in69 words
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Article29 1929-09-09 11 Mr. H. C. Willan, Vice-President of the Ipoh branch of the V.M.C.A., will shortly be entertained to dinner by members of the Association, prior to proceeding Home on leave.29 words
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Article1175 1929-09-09 11 Records in Schneider Trophy Race. BRITISH VICTORY. All Three Machines Finish. Accomplishing »n average speed of 328.63 miles an hour and thus lircuking the previous record by ten milts. Flying OHicr aghorn retained the Schneider Trophy for Great Britain in the international seaplane race. Flying Officer Atcherley1,175 words
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724 1929-09-09 12 Dr. Wee's Appointment. THE CASE OF MR. LIM BOCK KEE. (By Our Chinese Correspondent.) The announcement of Mr. r -av Khek Khinn.'s decision to retire from the Singapore Municipal Commission has lu'cn received by his own community with genuine u'^ret. Mr. Gaw Khek Khiam has724 words
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Article85 1929-09-09 12 Conclusion of Visit To Penang. (r'r<;m Our Own Correspondent.) Penang, Sept. 8. Prince Damrong, uncle of the King of Siam and his three daughters who are on a visit to Penang, called on the Resident Councillor and Mrs. Frost on Friday. In the afternoon the visitors played golf.85 words
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Article69 1929-09-09 12 Account of Schneider Cup Race Picked Up in Malaya. A wireless enthusiast reports that the b*MdeMt account of the Schneider Trophy net wax. picked up in Malaya. He adds that tht whir of the machines as they went round the pylon near the broadcasting station could be distinctly heard.69 words
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Article29 1929-09-09 12 Dr. and Mrs. F. G. Greenwood and Mr J. Q. Sauiuicrs, late director of Pritchard and Co., Ltd., and manager of the Ipoh Li Mich, l.jve left for Horn*.29 words
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Article676 1929-09-09 12 Affairs of Singapore School. The annual meeting: of the Singapore Chinese Girls' School was held on Saturday afternoon, Mr. Song Ong Siang presiding. After a reference to the work of Mr. Teo Choon Hian, who for many years hnd served as honorary auditor of the school, and676 words
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Article205 1929-09-09 12 Judge's Stricture in Civil Suit. If people want something and will not take the trouble to come to Court when the case is called, I have no use for them," remarked the Chief Justice (Sir William Murison) this morning, when informed that the garnishors of a sum of205 words
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Article71 1929-09-09 12 Reference Library Opened For The Public. A useful innovation has been announced by Mr. H. Miller, the acting RegistrarGeneral of Imports and Exports. A section of the Department's office in Fullerton Building has been set apart as a reference library and reading room, open for the usu71 words
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Article37 1929-09-09 12 Leave in the British North Borneo Government service has been granted to Mi > is. H. Bishop, B. R. C. Adams, D. G. Logic, J. B. Atkinson, O. G. Ommanney, P. N. Ci&ridff. and A. J. B. Broodbank.37 words
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Article658 1929-09-09 12 Tenant's Dispute Over Rent. There was no question of law involved the point was whether it was persuasion or compulsion. Mr. C. H. G. Clarke, the District Judge on Saturday, decide^ that it was the former and acquitted all three accused. The accused were Mrs. Clara Maddox,658 words
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Article155 1929-09-09 12 Getting Acquainted With Singapore. People who have recently arrived in Singapore and are not yet settled down will be interested in a monthly series of overseas receptions which has been arranged by the Y.W.C.A. The first of these gatherings will be held at the Association's premises in Fort155 words
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Article116 1929-09-09 12 Bad Times for Profession In Singapore. That by fortune telling he earned $200 a month was the disclosure, in the Supreme Court this morning, of a Chinese judgment debtor. He was being examined as to his ability to pay a debt, and he told the Chief Justice116 words
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Article68 1929-09-09 12 A bill is to bj introduced into the Johore Council of State with the objects of transfer! ing the administration o' Mine's to the Warden of Mines from the Commissioner of Lands and Mines and ensuring tfca supervision of ore while in transit from producer to ultimate purchaser. The changes68 words
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Article278 1929-09-09 12 Sultan of Johore's Quiet Holiday. (From Our Own Correspondent.) London, Aug. 15. Bexhill-on-Sea, the home of Sir Ernest Birch is a great rendezvous for Malayans, a fact no doubt accentuated by the proximity of the famous golf course at Cooden. Mr. F. J. Owen, dpputy agent of278 words
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Article349 1929-09-09 12 Mr. Amery on Overseas Council. The British Social Hygiene Council announces that Mr. L S. Amery, M.F., has accepted the chairmanship of its Imperial and International Committee, which besides co-ordinating and disseminating information and experience on matters relating to venereal diseases, also interests itself in the study of349 words
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Article193 1929-09-09 12 Sharp Sentence on Fraudulent Lorry Owner. A Chinese proprietor of a business at Beach Road was fined $300 by Mr. C. H. G. Clarke, the District Judge, this morning. He pleaded guilty to charges of failing to register a Brockway lorry with the Registrar of Vehicles and193 words
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Article29 1929-09-09 12 The King will not be advised to disallow the ordinance to vest in the Admiralty and the Air Council certain rights over portions of the foreswore and sea bed.29 words
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Article80 1929-09-09 12 The following appointments are notified in the State of North Borneo official Gazette Mr. J. Maxwell Hall to be a Judge tf the High Court, Mr. T. W. Rose to l>. a Supernumerary Officer of Class 18, Mr. T. W. Rose to act as Financial Controller, Class lA, Mr. E.80 words
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89 1929-09-09 12 Likely to be Last Race For Many Years." The air correspondent of the Daily Chronicle states that the 1929 race for the 1 Schneider Cup is likely to be the last for many years, as the expense of organising n team is intolerable. The new racing aero-engines are subjected to89 words
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Article53 1929-09-09 12 The band of the S.S. Police will r-er-form the following programme, weather permitting, at Waterloo Street to-morrow, commencing at 5 p.m. March, Martial Moments (arr. Winter) overture, Raymond (Thomas) selection, lolanthe (Sullivan) Hawaiian intermezzo, Malida's Fairy Bower (Hume) idyl, An Evening Breeze (Langley) tone poem, Finlandia (Sibelius) police March God53 words
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Article332 1929-09-09 12 Important Appeal Court Ruling. The question of whether property in thr hands ot the Official Assignee, acting as official receiver, can be distrained for rer' wab decided in a District Court appeal that came before the Chief Justice (Sir William Murison) and Mr. Justice Stevens in the Supreme332 words
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Article86 1929-09-09 12 SELF-DEFENCE Dangerous Looking Knuckle Duster. On being arrested and searched for contraband by Revenue Officers, a Malay who had arrived in Singapore from Rhio was found to be in possession of an unusual type of knuckle duster a reall> dangerous pattern. The accused, who was charged before Mr. C. H.86 words
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Article54 1929-09-09 12 The staff of the Police Court, Seremban, are to entertain Mr. and Mrs. O. K. Venables to a farewell tea party at the Court premises before Mr. Venables leaves for Perak. Mr. Venables is the Seremban Magistrate as well as Chairman of the local Sanitary Board. He is captain of54 words
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Advertisement296 1929-09-09 12 I) BLACK a BECKER FnCrinP TCit<; u«Jpi P VJLj I For Grinding Valves fin I I b >"" BB&., Method FOR GRINDING VALVES AND CLEANING CARBON A HIGH grade metal carrying kit containing all necessary electric drill attachments for performing the following operations of the Black and Decker Method Cleaning296 words
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4633 1929-09-09 13 Saturday's Racing Results.— S.V.C. Motor Cycle Hill Climb. FAVOURITES WIN ON FIRST DAY. Some Fast Times. NEW RECORD FOR SEVEN FURLONGS. With brilliant weather, large attentlanee "nil ir< ixl racing the Bingspora Turf dull meeting opened very promisingty m Saturday. With Hm bnad of the lad ba. Welch Bogti playing4,633 words
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280 1929-09-09 13 SATURDAYS RACING RESULTS AT A GLANCE. Roce Horia Owner Tr. in .r Jockex JJI.ucii Ruv 1st Baraswatl Balbarra Mikado I'r.cl l'oppyk:ir Award Borne Silk :>id Final Opinion K.inmy Mon:irrli ::h King Thrush Caliph Soldier Hoy Mb Kilt I.ambcro Mima Lomond i'.th Ciiinu Star Master Redfrrn gi'piiuline "th Seaplane Wallaca How.280 words
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Article112 1929-09-09 13 Monday, September 9 Ist Round S.A.F.A. S.C.C. vs. V, Braai. Tuesday, September 10 Singapore Races. Wednesday, September II Ist Round S.A.F.A. I.C.X.A. vs. S.C.C. 2nd XI. Thunday, September 12 Singapore Races. Friday. September U Ift Round S.A.F.A. S.C.I.A. 2nd XI v.«. United Banks (replay). Saturday. September 14 Singapore112 words
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Advertisement92 1929-09-09 13 Raffles Hotel WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER II Owing to other Arrangements there will be no Tea Dance TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 SPECIAL CABARET AND DANCE Arranged by Mrs. ALFORI) In Aid of St. ANDREW'S MISSION HOSPITAL Admission f& For Reservations I'hone 2929. Sea View Hotel All Rooms fitted with Modern Conveniences. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER92 words
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Advertisement523 1929-09-09 14 n,.ii n ,i ((rilPI I C UNCLE USEDCAR SAYS: If INDLY pa> attention every where. The proStll Tllfthpr SHr I .^llfrP^^P^ blem belore us is as follous UlllI r UI UlCI iJlILiLLi tJUlXCddCd u^ Let A equa cost f a second hand car and B f (C* ec^ual the mileage523 words
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Article896 1929-09-09 15 Early Associations. ORIGIN OF FAMOUS NAME. There haa always been much speculat'.ni ai i" the derivation of the name of Set land Yard, writes the lion. Mr. John Jiurrs i:; the Observer. lam often asked ail-nil It, an I bars ban requested "i. several to k' v896 words
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Article112 1929-09-09 15 Honan-Shensi-Kansu Fund. "i iii- Chinese Chamber of Commara acknowledge the- following donations: Previously acknowledged 181.396.40; Dr. H. T. Wee m. Cable .-tair of the Eastern Kxtension A. and C. T*l*gnaa <o. 188, Mrs. Phoon Bye Laong and family 180, Mr. l>hon X .Sup Kun Mi:. I. mi Poh112 words
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Article1616 1929-09-09 15 Britfiin Behind Mr. Snowden Groiving Criticism of the Debt Settlements The Twickenham By-Election Lord Beaverbrook's New Gospel An Empire Customs Union? Conservative Recriminations and Mr. Baldwin's Future. (By Our Parliamentary Correspondent.) London, Aug. 13. rpilK firm stand taken by Mr. Snowden at The Hague1,616 words
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Article491 1929-09-09 15 Complete Skeleton. REMARKABLE FIND IN SURREY. In the study of Mr. C. C. Fagj?, a wc!ll:nown Croydon antiquary, a Sunday Times representative in mail week saw '.he complete skeleton of a mnn who lived ;n England about 1,700 yean ago. Sir Aruthur Keith Murusai the view that491 words
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Advertisement117 1929-09-09 15 COLGATE'S I I Colgate's removes causes of tooth decay Prevent tooth trouble Smile at th« yean as they slip by. Ousrd carefully agaloat tooth decay. Colgate's is preventive dentifrice safe, effective, and pleasant to ose because of its delightful taste. It removes causes of tooth decay by ths gentle "washing"117 words
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Advertisement59 1929-09-09 15 ENGINES TO SUIT Sole Agents HfIRRISONS.BfIRKER C? IP [Incorporated in Che Striitt Stlt/eirenft LADIES NOTE! <fhn^^^&2& The ideal gift that will SffißKi DEUTSCHE POST i 100 Cigars of tho highest ffij^^K^''. 1 tt\PsA\ l ua^y n a beautiful <r"^S^*iik h Gi-^-^al ar special v mai{e for vJLvy I NAINA MOHD.59 words
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Advertisement132 1929-09-09 16 Qlll 1% (f^ orj mk [I its power, always at rafl^P^ -^fi^Sm^^^ WX&{ concert pitch, witliout mJ^^ <^f\^^S^ trouble to you. A (ffy,.r. w*^? .^^^K^RKBdm^P*^ IB I Any Exide Service ,<s. ,-z Wtj/jpMP^ rf^BlM^r^^^ Agent will tell you >«3 <&*? how Exide Battercs L BBBWtri <^ will S£ve you ti\c132 words
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Advertisement754 1929-09-09 16 MINING REPORT No. 419. The Chairman and Directora THE RAUB AUSTRALIAN GOLD MINING CO., LTD. SINGAPORE. Crntlcmen, I bejt to submit the report nf r.iinine operations for four weeks endinr August li, IpM. Ihvelopment. Pan tug the period the total footape ooir.plctcd is 1.13(i foct, as follows Sinkintr 141 ft.754 words
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Advertisement167 1929-09-09 16 The MAN who knows the climate knows the need for Culvert's 20% CARBOLIC Medical Soap that powerful antiseptic soap always reliable in strength and qual'ty. Sold by local dealers and bazaars. See that our name and trade mark are on the box you buy, as inferior jB^Bi&^ >^f*- > Z-Jr^*^167 words
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Article168 1929-09-09 17 Sweep the Board In Hong Kong. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Hong Kong, Sept. 9. The Singapore Chinese swimming team swept the board in the acquatic events at the athletic meeting held here. Ng Mong Guan was particularly successful. Singapore won the team race and was successful in168 words
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Article299 1929-09-09 17 KOLAPORE CUP FOR MALAYA. Thousand Dollar Trophy Presented. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Penang, Sept. 8. The Town Hall was crowded last night on the occasion of the Bisley Ball, at which the prizes won at the recent Bisley rifle competition were given away by Mrs. Frost during the interval. The299 words
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Article320 1929-09-09 17 Away Successes. CHAMPIONS BEATEN AT HOME. London, Sept. 7. The following were the results of English nnd Sluttish League matches played today First Division. Birmingham 4 Huddersfield T. 1 Bolton A. S. 1 Derby County 2 Burnley 4 Portsmouth 0 (Jrimsby Town 4 Newcastle Utd. Leeds Utd.Reuter - 320 words
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Article53 1929-09-09 17 F.M.S. Trade and Customs Department. The Trade and Customs Department, X.M.S., hfl'l its first sports meeting or the Victoria Institution ground, Kuala Lumpur, on Saturday in the presence of a larjte gathering. There were large tntrics and all the items were keenly contested. Ludy Peel gave53 words
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Article101 1929-09-09 17 S.C.C. Tournament. Appended arc the S.C.C. tournament ties for to-day B Singles. H. L. Marshall vs. K. Cherrinirton. F. E. Rowland vs. J. R. Strafhan. C. H. I. Kent vs. L. J. A. Fielden. W. R. King vs. K. J. Marshall. C. J. Stephen vs. J. V. S. Bruuke.101 words
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Article96 1929-09-09 17 Scrappy in Opening Trial Match. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Pcnang, Sept. 8. The Penang rugger season opened yesterday with a trial game between Fittock's XV and Harding's XV. As usual with opening games it was more in the nature of training than good rugger. Many new players were96 words
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Article26 1929-09-09 17 Amateur Championship Result. Dal Monte, Sept. 7. In the final of the American golf championship Johnston beat Willing by 4 and 3. Keuter.Reuter - 26 words
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Article55 1929-09-09 17 £5,000 Prize for 15 Mile Race. London, Aug. 31. The International 15 miles swimming Marathon on Lake Ontario, the first prize for which was £5,000, was won by a Xew Yorker, Edward Keating, who covered the distance in 8 hours 8 mins. 13 1-5 sec:-. A German, Vierkoetter,55 words
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Article717 1929-09-09 17 S.C.C. Beat Klang On Time. The visit of the Klang cricket eleven to the S.C.C. for a two day match- on the Padang produced one of the most exciting games of the season. Klang -were on top until yesterday afternoon when, by declaring their second innings717 words
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Article186 1929-09-09 17 Result of Mixed Doubles Final. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Peaang, Sept. 8. In Penang Open Lawn Tennis Tournament Dr. and Mrs. Hopkins yesterduy won the mixed doubles by defeating Mis. Saffery and Aste, 6 1, 6 2. The winners proved an ideal pair. The best of the186 words
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Article154 1929-09-09 17 British Labour Team Receive Warm Welcome. The team of players now in Germany, who went out under the auspices of tne Trade Union and Labour Sports Movement of Great Britain, are having a highly successful tour. The cordiality of the welcome they have received both surprised and154 words
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Article434 1929-09-09 17 Result of Draw for First Round. The following: is the draw for the first round of the Singapore Golf Championship together with starting times. Play commences on Saturday afternoon, the 14th instant. All matches must start from the first tee. 2.15 Lt.-Col. D. P. Dickinson vs.434 words
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Advertisement266 1929-09-09 18 PRODUCT OF GENERAL MOTORS Buick 1929 Providing A Brilliancy of Performance Entirely Unparalleled in Its Field s^ Dlcased as they are with the ...'■> ••-*>J^ ■.'-*^^^^B i comfort of Buick's beautiful new bodies by F isher, Buick owners »i§ffi^^ ij}^ derive an even grccitci satisfacti- B^^^T"' on from the brilliancy266 words
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Advertisement577 1929-09-09 19 Assets exceed 110,000,000. Assurance in force over 935,000,000. The Great Eastern Life Assurance Co., Ltd. (Incorporated In tha StraiU Settlements) HEAD OFFICE i Winchester Ho«m, Singapore. LONDON OFFICE t 27, Old Jewry, 1 The Company has sBO.OOO deposited with the Supreme Court of England aad complies with the Britlah Ufa577 words
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