The Straits Times, 17 December 1945
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Title Section19 1945-12-17 1 The Straits Times MALAYA'S LEA UIISG HEWSHAPER-ESfAB LISHtD 1845 FOUR PAGES SINGAPORE, MONDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1945 PKICE t« CENTS.19 words
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331 1945-12-17 1 Unified China Vital To Peace In Pacific Within two hours of Gen. George Marshall's departure on a diplomatic mission to Chungking, President Truman, m a comprehensive statement on U.S. policy towards China, called for the immediate cessation of hostilities between the Chinese National Government331 words
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208 1945-12-17 1 'Java Position Will Worsen SJAHRIR ON DUTCH MOVE BATAVIA, Dec. 16.— The Netherlands Government's announcement that it is sending additional troops to Java will only make things worse and will worsen a situation already most tense, Satan Sjahrir, Indonesian Premier, said yesterday, according to a United Press report. "Actions like208 words
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237 1945-12-17 1 CHUNGKING, Dec 16 —The Chinese National Government yesterday sent two planes t" Yenan to bring the Chinese Communist delegates to Chungking for the consultative council To meet the request for the visiting delegates' housing the Central Government borrowed one from the former United States ChinaUP - 237 words
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Article332 1945-12-17 1 OFFER OF U.S. HELP President Truman re-empha-sised that the United States will continue to recognise Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek's National Government as the only legal Government of China. "It is the proper instrument to achieve the objective of unifying China he said. "The United States is cognisant the present National GovernmentReuter - 332 words
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Article339 1945-12-17 1 TOIYO, Dec. M:— Gen. MacArt hurs headquarter* an noun <ed today it has been informed by the Japanese that Prince Fumimaro Konoye committed suicide by taking poison last night. The Prince was discovered dead by his wife shortly before six o'clock ths morning. She immediately summoned hisReuter - 339 words
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67 1945-12-17 1 COLOMBO. D*c. 15— Admiral Sir Arthur Pow who have been appointed Second Sea Lord is leaving Colombo today at the termination of his appointment as Commander-in-Chlef, East Indies Fleet, says Reuter. A signal wishing Adm. Power future success has been sent by67 words
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114 1945-12-17 1 FreePhilippines-U.S. Trade Urged lado-China Mopping: Up WASHINGTON, Dec. 16—A statement by Filipino economist Vicente Vlllamln. Inserted In the Congressional record yesterday argues for free trade between the Philippines and the United States after Independence Is attained by the islands. He charged that the present bill pending In Congress concerning the114 words
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160 1945-12-17 1 LONDON, Dec. 15:—Following swiftly on the news that Spanish Republican leaders have been sentenced to heavy terms of Imprisonment at Cadiz, southern Spain, Gen. de Gaulle today invited Britain and the United States to join France m consultation on nations with Gen. Franco's Spain. The160 words
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Article114 1945-12-17 1 CHUNGKING. Dec. 16:— The China Central News Agency yes-tt-rday charged that the Communists have started a terroris tic murder campaign m Manila. The news agency said that three prominent Chinese— the publisher of the Tahwa Dally, the chairman of the Kwangtu Guild, and the Chairman of the114 words
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Article62 1945-12-17 1 FRANKFURT, Dec 16.— United Nations Relief and Rehabilitation Administration authorities yesterday officially denied the charges that conditions at the huge Landsberg Jewish displaced per. sons' camp were on a par with those the Nazis forced on slave labour. However, they admitted that facilities were Inadequate. The charges62 words
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Article348 1945-12-17 1 TEHERAN, Dec. 15.— Indicating the gravity of the situation m the country, Persia's most important religious festival which started yesterday was interrupted today by a secret session of the Persian Majlis (Parliament). The strictest precautions were taken to maintain secrecy, but it is learned here348 words
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Article64 1945-12-17 1 CHUNGKING. Dec. IC:—Reports from Peiping and Tientsin state that since Dec. 1 a round-up of collaborators and traitors has been m progress. One report said that arrestf were made m one case by laviting the future prisoners to a banquet, and when they had rantedUP - 64 words
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Article36 1945-12-17 1 PARIS. Dec. IS:—Eighty-three-year-old French writer and member of the Academic Franralse, Abel Hermant, was today sentenced to life imprisonment by the Paris Purge Court on the charge of intelligence with the Germans.36 words
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Article232 1945-12-17 1 BIG THREE MEETING OPENS The Big Three Foreign Ministers are meeting In Moscow for' talks on the disposal of atomic secrets and other vital international questions, Reuter report* from Moscow. The nature of toe Moscow discussions of atomic energy is by now fairly clear, says Reuter's Diplomatic Correspondent iv London.Reuter - 232 words
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Advertisement8 1945-12-17 1 NEAVE= F N =^AT YOUR SERVICE AGAIN Ji8 words
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Article96 1945-12-17 2 WONG AH MENO (ago 76>, founder of Nang Heng Co., (Piano House), father of Wong Shinn Vein and Madam Wong Yuek Ngow (Mrs. Chiu Seek Joo) and father-in-law of Chiu Seek Joo, passed away peacefully In China on 30.10.45, leaving behind his loving wife, 1 son, 1 daughter, 196 words
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743 1945-12-17 2 The Straits times Singapore, Monday, Dec. 17, 1945. Austerity Brigadier P. A. B. McKerron, head of the. B.M.A. on Singapore Island, has called for "more selfdenial by the more fortunate members of the community to help their less fortunate brethren." Specifically, Brigadier McKerron was rebuking civilians who indulge In "unnecessary743 words
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Article1634 1945-12-17 2 Lt. Col G.G. Thomson - By Lt. Col G.G. Thomson Britain 's Financial Obligations There have been many new Inventions which have contributed to the victory of the United Nations. The scientist has received his due for his inventions, but not always the statesman. The invention of Lease-Lend was one of1,634 words
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Article, Illustration45 1945-12-17 2 ':..i-i juunj Madras boy called "Tony" was on the beaches to meet the RAF when they took over m Malaya. He has since been adopted by two Warrant Officers. WO V. Taylor (left) and W O Ivor Lewis (right) wbo are here seen with him.45 words
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Letter28 1945-12-17 2 What are the authorities doing for the sCJLS personnel m Pontlan' In Kngapore, the ksVAJS. personnel have been asked to register for compensation.—Ang Teng Wan, Jobore.28 words
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Letter51 1945-12-17 2 I wonder If B(BA and the Education Department could penuarte Mr. John Olelgud to give Singapore Cambridge class students, their teachers and prtec pals of Enghsh schools a chance to see "Hamlet." say. at one afternoon matinee. It will be an experience of great educational value to us. "Horatio."51 words
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Letter199 1945-12-17 2 The present-day habit of substituting initials for the names of persons, departments, soctsQss. associa'Jons and comDanles saves a lot of time. The other day, I bad occasion to see the P.O. upon a small matter relating to the RSVP He received me courteously and Introduced me to his assistant199 words
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Letter39 1945-12-17 2 On 300 cheroots sent to me by parcel post from Kuala Lumpur, valued at (20. I was charged $14 Customs duty. This does not appear to be the way to encourage Malayan trade and Industry. —Stung. Singapore.39 words
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Letter51 1945-12-17 2 Drain* m the Dunman Road and adjacent areas are today pro'tfle breeding places for mosquitoes, doe to the rains Lack of maintenance durlrg the Jap occupation Is eaustnx the drains to defeat their object The ■praying of DDT. m these areas Is a matter of extreme urgency aad51 words
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Letter59 1945-12-17 2 The B.M A claims It does not know anything .boot what Happened before Sept. 5. IMS. Wfcy then does It pay Oorernment employees on the same rates as In February IM2? Why not treat Government md BMA employees alike, leaving the question of re-adjustment of salaries to the59 words
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Letter115 1945-12-17 2 Would it not bt poMibte for tb* management of Cathay Cinema to make a ruling that no one can bur more than two tickets for unreserved •eaU? If this b done. I am rare there will be les« discontent among thoae those financial position does not permit of115 words
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Advertisement624 1945-12-17 2 SITUATIONS VACANT WANTED two experienced ladles' bairdrrssers and one lady assistant Cood salary. Apply personally Heeren fieauty Salon, 240 Orchard Road. Mr. K. J. Tan Is ask3d to comftiur.irrte with Mr. F. J. Bryant c/o JDinaldson and Burklnshaw. Singapore. WANTED Teachers, raa'e and female. Qualifications, School Certieate. State salary required.624 words
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Advertisement169 1945-12-17 2 MALAYAN EXCHANGE BANKS ASSOCIATION. The undersigned Members of the Malayan Exchange Banks Association hereby give notice as follows: Interest on Current Accounts. (a) All existing arrangements for the allowance of Interest on Current Accounts will be terminated on the 31st December, 1945. (b) No new arrangements will be made for169 words
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168 1945-12-17 3 Govt. Should Foot The Bill, Say Miners (From Our Own Correspondent) LONDON, Dec. 16.— 1t is understood that negotiations between the Colonial Office and the Malayan Chamber of Mines m London to determine the basis of Government assistance for the rehabilitation of the industry and also168 words
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Article182 1945-12-17 3 More Jap Swords Surrendered Lt.-Gen. Senlchl Tazaka, the Japanese responsible for the defence of Singapore, and Lt.-Gen. Naotake Nagata, Japanese chief of the Southern Fuel Department, surrendered their swords to LtCol. W. B. Thomas, D.5.0., Commanding Officer of the Ist Cameronians at a ceremony at Kluang on Saturday. A guard182 words
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Article49 1945-12-17 3 With the strike of 1,000 hospital attendants still on, Singapore Is further afflicted by labour troubles. About 300 workmen from United Engineers are on strike today while there are strikes threatening m the Singapore Harbour Board and the various services previously run by the Municipality.49 words
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Article71 1945-12-17 3 Shipping space for the Importation of foodstuffs and consumer good Is allotted by the Ministry of War Transport following a list of priorities submitted by the Colonial Office. Foodstuffs bead this list. One ship recently arrived m Singapore with a small quantity of goods of which no previous71 words
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Article60 1945-12-17 3 The majority of the 7.150 Dutch evacuees In Singapore are being provided for by Dutch RAPWI. The B.M.A. provides for a small number but a bin for this expenditure will be forwaraed to the Dutch Government In due course. Recently about 4,000 Dutch evacuees left Singapore. No definite60 words
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Article55 1945-12-17 3 Driving licences are now necessary and the former regulations m regard to testing, provisional licences, suspensions, competence etc., and penalties are set out m a proclamation. Friday's B.M.A. gazette for Malaya, also gives details concerning licensing regulat ons for motor vehicles bringing Into effect the main55 words
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66 1945-12-17 3 Amusements Cost More ENTERTAINMENT DUTY AGAIN The cost of amusements has risen. Increased charges are now demanded for entry Into places of entertainment. Explanation, a B.M.A. Proclamation has reimpos^d a duty on Admission prices. The tax la graduated, beginning at two cents where the price of entry does not exceed66 words
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Article81 1945-12-17 3 No decision had been made yet In regard to goods pledged with pawnbrokers for "banana," morx'v during the occupation and mil unredeemed. Pledges will remain with the pawnbrokers who are responsible for their safety, relative sections of the ordinance regarding unredeemed goods being suspended to protect owners81 words
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Article45 1945-12-17 3 Fresh fish, fresh fruit, dried fish, fresh vegetables and fresh meat have been declared controlled article* which, for the present, may not be sold m bulk to the Forces except under licence. Any quantity of 12 pounds or ovw will be considered "bulk."45 words
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Article32 1945-12-17 3 Under the auspices of the Federation of Christian Churches, a united Christmas Service will be held at the Straits Chinese Methodist Church, Kampong Kapor, on Dec. 32 at 3 p.m.32 words
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Article275 1945-12-17 3 As nearly all industrial and commercial activity m Malaya revolves round tin and ruDber, it is not surprising that markets are stagnant and there can be little hope of real improvement until those primary Industries get lnio production and to enable the many subsidiary businesses to restart275 words
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Article, Illustration70 1945-12-17 3 In 8 hours a squadron of Dakota aircraft of RAF. Transport Command flew m 800 Indian troops into Bandoeng from Batavia, reloaded with Dutch Internees and flew them back to Batavia. This is easily the biggest feat of RA.F. Transport Com ir and m Java to date.70 words
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Article254 1945-12-17 3 Price Levels In Singapore, K.L. "In the hope that something concrete will be done before the approaching festive season," trf Malay Mail published a compaxlI son of the prices charged In 1941 I tor essential foodstuffs and com j mod I ties and the rate* now ruling for the information254 words
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Article44 1945-12-17 3 The Friendly Band will hold a meeting tomorrow at 6.15 In the Presbyterian Church Hall. Prlnscp Street. Rev. R. L. Richards will preside and Mr. John Eber will give a lecture on Malayan Citizenship. All members and friends are cordially invited.44 words
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178 1945-12-17 3 No Milk For Coffeeshops GOOD SUPPLY SCHEMES No n.ilk will be supplied for consumption m Singapore coffeeshops when supplies of milk, flour, palm oil and other foodstuffs first become available for distribution to the public through retailers. A scheme for supply of vegei table*, which will assist In keeping prices178 words
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Article163 1945-12-17 3 I An enterprising British Field Security officer has turned an old photographer's showcase to good u<* m an amusement park at Ipoh. Behind the flam frame now are the photographs of 84 blacklisted Kemprl Ta| men who officiated In the area during the occupation. The men163 words
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Article104 1945-12-17 3 (From Oar Own Correspondent) Kuala Lumpur. Dec. 14.—A Citizens' Advice Bureau, to provide the pfnple of Kuala Lumpur with advice on oersonal problems, has been set up 1 iowing a meeting held at the ChineSecretariat. Free legal advice will also be provided. RUGBY MATCHES Services rugby convenors104 words
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Advertisement368 1945-12-17 3 NOTICE. Every sampan plying for the purpose of trade or business within the harbour Lmlta must obtain a tempoary certificate ot registration. Applications should be made to the King* Harbour Master's Office commencing on Monday 17th December, 1945 between the hours of 10 am and Noon. Failure to comply with368 words
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Advertisement615 1945-12-17 3 THE ASIA INSURANCE COMPANY, LIMITED. (Incorporated m the S S SECURITY DEPOSITED with the BTRAITB SETT! EMENTS GOVERNMENT 1300,000 Transacts the following Insurance ouslne.se.*: FIRE. MOTOR VEHICLES PERSONAL ACCIDENT AND WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION The Puh'le 1* hereby kindly requested to communicate with the undermentioned for any Insurance business HEAD OFFICE: No*.615 words
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Advertisement418 1945-12-17 3 Bdfitex £TEwwa Gammeter Co. 8. Seton Close, Tanglln. Weekdays 2—5 p m BFTWARF OP rMTTATTOV .i.i OIL I'M Oldest Brand vi The Market LADIES' DRESSMAKERS (...NTS' O -FITTERS VISIT NO. 41-48. HIGH STREET. SINGAPORE Y. T. LEE TYPEWRITER DEALERS. 333. North BrMg* Rnad. Cleaning I T ndertakra Meathlr. Telephon, 7371.418 words
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Article252 1945-12-17 4 PRELUDE TO MOSCOW TALKS MOSCOW, Dec. 15.— 0n the eve ol Mr. Ernest Bevin's arrival m Moscow for the Foreign Ministers' Conference, David Zaslavsky, writing m "Pravda," asked these questions arising out ol Persia's request for the withdrawal of troops of the three Allied powers from Persia. "Are there anyReuter - 252 words
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Article129 1945-12-17 4 RIO DE JANEIRO. Dec. 15.— Diamond deposits claimed to be the richest ever discovered In Brazil have been found m western Brazil lands m the Sao channel tributary of the river Paranaiba, Senor Lauro Melo. a member of the Diamond Mine Union, announced. In the pastReuter - 129 words
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240 1945-12-17 4 BRITISH INTERVENTION SOUGHT IN U.S. STRIKE Workers' Appeal To Attlee DETROIT, Dec. 15.— United States United Auto Workers' Union has written to British Prime Minister Clement Attlee suggesting the British Government -houWl intervene m the General Motors strike centred on Detroit on the ground that the British Government is aReuter - 240 words
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Article126 1945-12-17 4 LANCAS T R I AN ROUND-THE-GLOBE MONTREAL, Dec. 15— Air Vice Marshal A. L. Fiddament, C.B.E D.F.C., and five members of the Royal Air Force leave here for England on Monday on the last leg of a world flight which started m the United Kingdom on Nov. 12. The.r plane126 words
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258 1945-12-17 4 LONDON, Dec. 15:— The debate, which yesterday appeared to become a real conflict over the respective powers and rights of the General Assembly and Security Council of the United Nations Organisation and which was resolved today at voting time m Technical CommitteeReuter - 258 words
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Article166 1945-12-17 4 LONDON, Dee. 15.— A warning that India may be advancing towards civil war if the present tiend of propaganda between Congress and Muslim League continues, was siren today by V. D. Karnik. General Secretary of the Indian Federation of Labour. "Falling wages and further unemploymentReuter - 166 words
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Article103 1945-12-17 4 WASHINGTON. Dec. 15:— United Nations Relief and Rehabilitation Administration odlcials yesterday disclosed th? sending of a four-m;<r. mission from Manila to Korea to investigate the relief needs there Officials said that the UNRRA programme m the Philippines is limited to emergency aid to indigents. totalling aboutUP - 103 words
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Article166 1945-12-17 4 State Aid For Shintoism Banned TOKIO, Dec. 15:— General Douglas Mac Arthur today struck a blow at Shintoism by ordering the Japanese government to withdraw its sponsorship or financial support from the stat." religion which embraces and forces the belief that the Emper jr is a living god. The directive166 words
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66 1945-12-17 4 TOKIO, Dec. 15— Baron Kautaro Suzuki has been appointed president of the Japanese Privy Council, succeeding Baron KUchlro Hlranuma who is at present at Sugamo prison as a war criminal suspect, it was announced today. Suzuki was president of the Privy Council before his appointment66 words
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Article110 1945-12-17 4 IXDNDON. Dec. 15— An Irish rugby team best the British Army at Belfast by nineteen points to three. At Portsmouth the New Zealand touring side having already beaten the Army and Royal Air Force had to fight hard to retain their unbeaten record against the Royal Navy whomReuter - 110 words
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Article46 1945-12-17 4 ADELAIDE. Dec. IS— New South Wales replied to South Australia's total of 107 with 509 when their four-day inter-State game was continued here today. South Australia had made SI for two wickets In their second innings when bad light stopped play for the «J»y46 words
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Advertisement415 1945-12-17 4 C A T H AY ""bere Everybody Goes (AVOID THE CRUSH COME TO TUE EARLY SHOWS It a.m. 2 00, 4.15, 6.30 9.3* OPENING TODAY WILLIAM TRACY IN "TANKS A MILLION' with •JAMES OLEASON— NOAH BERRY Jr. A Happy Go Lucky Comedy Packed with Laughs! —UNITED ARTISTSBOX OFFICE THONE 34M415 words
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Advertisement18 1945-12-17 4 EVERBRIGHT OPTICAL CO. Qualified Opticians 4- Scientific Eye Examination 4- Modern Eyewear 19, Chulia Street, Singapore -^Fhone 4435=-18 words
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Advertisement421 1945-12-17 4 NOTICE, Tenders will berreceived at the office of the SO. 11. Lands Rural District. Singapore Division, Municipal Building, Singapore, up to noon of the 27th December 1945. for the supply rturin; 1»46, of the articles enumerated telow:— House Number Plates, Offensive Trades Licence Plates. Piggery Licence Plates and Eating Hcjusc421 words
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Advertisement134 1945-12-17 4 TENDERS. Tenders are Invited for the construction of a buoy barge for the Marine Department and must be submitted not later than noon on Wednesday 26th December 1945 Particulars can be obtained on application to the King's Harbour Master's Office, Fullerton Building. King's Harbour Master Singapore, llth December 1945. M134 words
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