Malaya Tribune, 20 January 1914
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Title Section23 1914-01-20 1 THE MALAYA TRIBUNE. Vol. I- -No. 17. SINGAPORE, TUESDAY, JANUARY 20, 1914 Price 5 Cents. The Malaya Tribune, SINGAPORE. TUESDAY, JANUARY 20, 1914.23 words
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Article280 1914-01-20 1 RETURN TO NORMAL WORKING CONDITIONS. [Reuters Service.) LONDON, Jan. 19. telegram from Cape Town sports that news has been received from all places concerned, which enhances the t?le of the strikers'discomfiture. The Rand miners who are still striking are apparently at sixes and sevens on the question of[Reuters Service.) LONDON, Jan. 19. \ telegram from Cape Town sports that news has been received from all places concerned, which enhances the t?le of the strikers'discomfiture. The Rand miners who are still striking are apparently at sixes and sevens on the question of remaining out. Tne railway strike is practically ended except to a limited extent in Durban and Pretoria, but in neither place is there any interference with the restoration of the normal service as a whole. At Pretoria a number of enginedrivers, firemen and guards will start work this morning. The workshop employees are as yet undecided, but it is expected that some will follow the example of the running staff. A proclamation has been issued demobilising all regiments and commandoes excepting those of the Rand, Pretoria and Fauresmith districts. - 280 words
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Article113 1914-01-20 1 VISIT CANADA WITH PLANS. (Renter's Service.) London, Jan. 19. Lord Chelmsford is leaving for Canada on Saturday for the purpose of submitting to the Canadian Government plans for the expenditure of two and a half millions sterling under the Aldwych scheme, which provides for the establishment in(Renter's Service.) London, Jan. 19. Lord Chelmsford is leaving for Canada on Saturday for the purpose of submitting to the Canadian Government plans for the expenditure of two and a half millions sterling under the Aldwych scheme, which provides for the establishment in the heart of London of offices for Canada and other Dominions. - 113 words
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Article46 1914-01-20 1 (Ri u l efs Service.) London, Jan. 19. Telegrams from Rome announce that the Italian Government has placed the steamer Anteo." built in Holland, which is now on her way to Italy and is off Plymouth, at the disposal of the British Admiralty.(Ri ulefs Service.) & - 46 words
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Article56 1914-01-20 1 {Renter Sen ice.) London, Jan. 19. The Irish-Welsh Soccer game at Wrexham was of the most tenuous nature. Gillespie, scored for Ireland in toe first half. In the second, Ireland played a *an short. The Welsh shooting »w wild. Gillespie, for Ireland, a v an Jones ior Wales,{Renter $ Sen ice.) - 56 words
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Article58 1914-01-20 1 (Reuters Service.) m London, Jan 19. Washington telegrams state aat according to the forecast of h> residenti al Message regards' n ti-trust legislation which resident Wilson is sending to on Tuesday, it will the prohibition of and mt rlocki ng of directorates, ?2 other measures to prevent(Reuters Service.) - 58 words
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Article150 1914-01-20 1 (Reuters Service.) Ed., "M.T." London, Jan. 19. Latest bulletins state that Lord Strathcona is sinking. [Britishers will regret to hear of the serious illness of Lord Strathcona, the patriot and Empire builder. Born in Scotland in the year 1820, this famous Canadian" is now in his ninety-fourth year,(Reuters Service.); Ed., "M.T." - 150 words
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Article103 1914-01-20 1 LARKIN ADVISES RESUMPTION OF WORK. (Renter's Service.) London, Jan. 19. The Dublin strike now seems to be practically ended. Larkin, at a private meeting held at Croydon jPark, is reported to have told the men to resume work, and a general resumption is expected to-day. London,(Renter's Service.) London, Jan. 19. The Dublin strike now seems to be practically ended. Larkin, at a private meeting held at Croydon jPark, is reported to have told the men to resume work, and a general resumption is expected to-day. - 103 words
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Article64 1914-01-20 1 ALTERATION IN RULES AND NEW UNION. (Reuters Service.) LONDON, Jan. 19. As an outcome of the Army Council's proposed alterations of the conditions of shooting at Bisley, a new body called "The Rifle Union" has been formed to support the National Rifle Association in promoting shooting throughout(Reuters Service.) - 64 words
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Article15 1914-01-20 1 (Reuters Service.) London, Jan. 19. Mr. Asquith has left Cannes homeward bound.(Reuters Service.) - 15 words
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Article76 1914-01-20 1 Ex. The charge of libel brought by Mr. W. W. Fegan, Mr. E. Rabot, as proprietor of The Merrythought, Mr. Eric Reid, as editor, and Phya Arthakarn Prasiddhi, the Attorney General of Siam, as printer, came before the Appeal Court, plaintiff appealing against the judgment of the Borispah Court dismissingEx. - 76 words
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Article203 1914-01-20 1 Confidence of Electors Lost. (Renter's Sei-vice.) London, Jan. 19. Mr. O'Brien has resigned, but seeks re-election. The resignation is owing to the result of the municipal elections! which the Redmondites assert show that he has lost the confidence of the electors. [This is the second time in(Renter's Sei-vice.) London, Jan. 19. Mr. O'Brien has resigned, but seeks re-election. The resignation is owing to the result of the municipal elections! which the Redmondites assert show that he has lost the confidence of the electors. [This is the second time in Mr. William O'Brien's stormy career on which he has retired from1 Parliament, owing to dissensions in the Irish Party. He was reelected in 1909, and probably will be again. Since 1903, Mr. O'Brien has been an advocate of the policy of gonciliation for the, union of all classes and creeds in Ireland.—Ed?" M. T."] - 203 words
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Article102 1914-01-20 1 Mr. J. B. Elcum, the Director; of Education for the Straits Settlements and the F. M. 5.,1 who has been home a year on' leave, is expected to arrive om the P. 0. 44 Nile which is due on the 30th inst. Mr, L. H. Clayton, the Acting102 words
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Article250 1914-01-20 1 Yesterday was the Armenian Christmas Day. Lieut. H. F. G. Carter, of the K. O. Y. L. I., leaves: for Japan shortly on be- i ing appointed to reside to study the Japanese language. Lieut. Carter will be attached to the British Embassy, under the directions of the Military Attache,250 words
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Article901 1914-01-20 1 To-morrow is a gala day amongst the Mohamedan community, being the day of Mandi j Saffar." —torIt is rumoured at Klang that j some of the planters who retired 1 during the boom, are come out to take up planting again. A Japanese woman named j901 words
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Article83 1914-01-20 1 One degree of frost was registered by a thermometer placed on the grass by a Kowloon, Hongkong, resident on Jan. 2. This, we believe, is the first time that frost has been registered in the lower levels in Hongkong, although some years ago there was considerable excitement83 words
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Advertisement6 1914-01-20 1 HOOCLANDT Co., SINGAPORE. estateTchemicals.Apply for Particulars.6 words
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Advertisement9 1914-01-20 1 HOOCLANDT Co., SINGAPORE. JENATZY TYRES. Apply for Price List,9 words
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Article546 1914-01-20 2 (Special to the 4 Mctluya Tttbune j Is the knowledge of Latin sirable This fc an open ques on which the highest an nce on education cannot agieewhile some Universities like Oxford and Cambridge msis. 01 having Latin, others make no such demand. n f But,546 words
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Article130 1914-01-20 2 Judging from the plans for the new Quebec bridge, over which the National Transcontinental Railway will cross the St. Lawrence, it will be the finest bridge structure in the world. The masonry will be of speciailv massive construction. The bridge itself will measure 3.239 ft. over all, and the main130 words
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Advertisement283 1914-01-20 2 ALMUSAWM Co. W. M. KaSSim, C.E., Consulting Architect. Architects, Commission-Agents Surveyors. 3 f Raffles Place. hotel. The favorite resort of English and Continental Tourists. Families and Commercial-travellers. MODERN ACOMMODATiON WORLD-WIDE REPUTATION mm (ode: HOME COMFORT I I EAST i a.b.c. sth Edition. L Telephone No. 58. STYLE AND LUXURY Proprietor,283 words
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Advertisement311 1914-01-20 2 The Straffs F.M.s t footer Car Co., Motor and Cycle Repairers, Dealers in motor Accessories, etc. Jiead Office:- 50=2, VICTORIA STRELT, SINGAPORE. Telephone No. lAI7. "Overlands" the Favourite Cars of ihe i now be obtained from us on Hire at any time of the D Fo" the convenience of Hirers311 words
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Article715 1914-01-20 3 M Who can tell me the name of a liquid that will not freeze?" asked the teacher. Hot water," piped the youngest child present. Manufacturer —What we must do now, my boy, is to find some way of reducing the tax on silk stockings. His son and715 words
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Article199 1914-01-20 3 Extensive Concessions Applied For. Extensive applications have, we understand, been made to the Siamese Department of Mines for concessions to work tin in the island of Koh PaNgan, an island adjacent to Koh Samui off the Bight of Bandon in the Siamese Malay Peninsula. The first discovery of199 words
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Article191 1914-01-20 3 This vegetable has many excellent qualities. It contains a large quamiijr Tvrrpnous matter and uncrystallizable sugar with a pungent sulphuric oil. If children were encouraged to eat onions, many an illness might be prevonted and many a doctor's bill be saved. If baby has a cold, or seems191 words
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Article161 1914-01-20 3 A curious story comes from Pranburi. A few days ago a small boy living in the district found a nice kitten in the jungle and began playing with it. While he was doing so, his father, who was out gathering firewood, came along and was astounded at161 words
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Article301 1914-01-20 3 Co-operate with Victoria League. Practical steps have recently been taken to effect co-operation between two of the non-political associations which aim at promoting the unity of the Empire, —namely, the Royal Colonial Institute and The Victoria League. The two bodies have, in large measure, common aims; and,301 words
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Article170 1914-01-20 3 50,000 Ton liner to Be Launched in February. Messrs. Harland and Wolff will launch the new White Star liner Britannic on Feb. 26 next. The vessel is 887 ft. long, 94ft. 6in. wide, and will have a gross tonnage of over 50,000, being thus sft. longer, 2ft.170 words
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Article112 1914-01-20 3 It is much to be hoped that the increasing popularity of the player-piano will lead to increased interest in the more scientific aspects of piano-playing, says a writer in tk Nature." The explanation of the acoustical effects produced by the modern pianoforte is probably a dynamical112 words
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Advertisement191 1914-01-20 3 What We're Able To Give You TO NIGHT! 7 Thoroughly entertain you for what T v ou re asked to pay at our show! v cwres from a Variety of Makers. Entfaely > Tf,w P'C tl,rP9in 801,1 Shows Two Two-Reel Films AT THE MARLBOROUGH Picture Theatre, Beach Road. It will191 words
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Advertisement443 1914-01-20 3 International 4 Rubber Congress and Exhibition, BATAVIA, 1914., Congress: September 7=12, 1914 Exhibition: September 8 to October 10, 1914. Lectures by Renowned Scientists and Experts. Interesting Excursions in Java arranged. Reduced Steamship, Railway and Tramway fares for Holders of Congress Tickets. For Particulars Apply to W. E. van Rijnberk, I443 words
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Article785 1914-01-20 4 The number of accidents which have recently occurred in Singapore in which human life has been sacrificed owing to the reckless speed at which motor cars are being driven through the streets of the Colony, calls for a protest on our part and legislation on the part785 words
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Article301 1914-01-20 4 FOUR SPECIAL CARS FOP USE OF THE G. P. 0 P. M. G. Interviewed Four specially constructed motor cars for the use of rl General Post Office at Singapore are in course of construction at the Napier factory, in England Although they may arrive ir Singapore before301 words
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Article49 1914-01-20 4 Last night, at the Palladium a rehearsal of the programme to be produced on the opening night on Thursday next was given. The pictures w r ere good, especially the principal film entitled "Ivanhoe." The orchestra well balanced while the acou* properties of the Palladium are excellent.49 words
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Article59 1914-01-20 4 The verdict of the coroners jury regarding the riksha coolie who was killed last Wednesday on Wilkie Road by a motor car driven by Mrs. St V. B. Down, of II Upper Wilk c Road, was death by misadventure." A European jury returned the verdict on59 words
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Article121 1914-01-20 4 "L. C. E." It will be interesting to the Crown Colonies in the Far Ea» to learn that it has been practically decided that at n *cry distant date the Admiralty take over from the War Oftce UW control of the fortification- su ing our ports and naval base? home"L. & C. E." - 121 words
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Advertisement227 1914-01-20 4 Kelly Walsh, Ltd. JUST TO HAND A FRESH CONSIGNMENT OF m ILL A No. 4 Egyptian Cigarettes Price 53.00 per 100 The Finest Cigarette on the Market. Kelly Walsh, Ltd. The Dispensary, Ltd. CHEMISTS, PHARMACISTS. OPTICIANS. RAFFLES PLACE. KATZ BROS., OLD PREMISES. Nt fnr nil kinds of Patent Medicines; Toilet227 words
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Advertisement89 1914-01-20 4 Chs. J. GAUPP AND CO. Raffles Place, next to Robinson Piano Co. Watchmakers, Jewellers and Nautical Opticians. Fine Diamond Jewellery a Speciality. English and Swiss Gold and Silver Watches. Surveying and Nautical Instru* ments. SILVER Imd PLATED WARE FROM MAPPIN WEBB, Limited Best Provisions! Best Wines!! Large Choice kept in89 words
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Article601 1914-01-20 5 OBITUARY: MATTERS MUNICIPAL: IN GENERAL. Malaya Tribune Corr.) KUALA LUMPUR, JAN. 18. A Musical Treat. t e Seremban Male Voice rhnir cave a most successful concert at the Town Hall, r.-ala Lumpur, on the night of the fo-h inst, but to a very meagre audience unfortunately. It601 words
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Obituary155 1914-01-20 5 The death took place last week with awful suddenness of Mr. Labrooy, the veteran Chief Clerk c f the Straits Trading Company. ..e was for some time past suffering from diabetes, to which malady he finally succumbed, despita the strong and robust consti <ition he possessed up to the155 words
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Article228 1914-01-20 5 ACQUITTAL OF THE ACCUSED. After having occupied the attention of Mr. Justice Sproule, in the Assize Court for well-nigh a week, the case in which Geow Teck Seng, late store-keeper in the Anglo-Swiss Milk Company, was charged with criminal breach of trust, on three counts in respect228 words
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Article110 1914-01-20 5 ADEN -SINGAPORE CABLES. The cables recently laid by the Eastern Telegraph Company between Aden and Colombo and by the Eastern Extension, Australasia and China Telegraph Company between Colombo and Singapore have been opened for through traffic. These cables permit of direct working between Aden and Singapore, a distance of four110 words
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Article79 1914-01-20 5 It is stated that Mr. Herbert Welham will be the new Librarian at the Penang Library, succeeding Mr. W. A. Bicknell when the latter goes home on retirement shortly. Apropos of the rumours of the pending pbdication of King Ferdinand of Bulgaria, the other day the man to whom the79 words
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Article595 1914-01-20 5 M.F.A. LEAUGE FINAL. The League competition fof the Malaya Football Association's shield, which was started some nine months ago, was brought to a close on Saturday afternoon when the final match was played. The shield was originally the gift of the first president, Mr. Colman, who offered it595 words
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Article111 1914-01-20 5 S. R. C. v. MUNICIPALITY. Ed., "M.T." This match was played on Saturday afternoon. The Municipality batted first, and were easily disposed of for 60 runs, their highest scorers being Armstrong and de Souza, 18 and 16 runs, respectively, the bowling average of the club going to James, LaEd., "M.T." - 111 words
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Article79 1914-01-20 5 One of the benefits which the discovery of wireless telegraphy has conferred upon humanity is the means of securirg an accurate and general distribution of standard time. The distribution cf time signals from the Eiffel Tower has been in vogue for more than a year past, and from October 1,79 words
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Advertisement333 1914-01-20 5 P"'Tis Hot in mortals to command success, bat rp WH do more—we'll DESERVE IT." A GRAND OPENING J\ Thursday, January 22, 11 OF THE MOST MODERN AND UP-TO-DATE THEATRE LAND PICTURE PALACE IN THE EAST. Under the distinguished patronage of L H. E. the Governor Sir Arthur Young, K. c.333 words
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Article1544 1914-01-20 6 A Sketch of pugilism and an Analysis of the Reasons FOR THE DETERIORATION OF English Boxing. {Special to the Malawi Tribune") Just over two years ago—two Tears and three months to be orecise —we wrote an article on the world's championship. That was on the1,544 words
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Article185 1914-01-20 6 IRISH CATHOLICS AND VATICAN INTERFERENCE Those whe imagine that H ~.e Rule for Ireland means R rule also, in consequence of :he predominance of Roman Cat: licism in the greater part of: Green Isle, should rememberwha: has happened on former ocea c io> when the Vatican ha- shown185 words
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Article79 1914-01-20 6 Serious crime may be < ed while the police arc fa;.; motorists. In Wiml recently there were houses broken in thieves got away writes a correspondent Autocar." the i tinued until one third attempt, th< 1 house, hearing sorn stairs, telephoned I station and had the79 words
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Article91 1914-01-20 6 A certain untitled musical comedy ing at a W< itend a little surpri* ofnobilitv iV-,:.'. ceived and accept-! v tation. After th j a splendid y drew up before th' 1 v and the occupants 1 eagerly craned th r: appearance of their I j When at length scene. howev<91 words
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Advertisement252 1914-01-20 6 Vo wH H *t ve Special Wants Have Many A(!VS. Wsul t. Want I TO LET! Convenient Floor Space in Heart of ingapore. This Valuable Space Comprises Office Godown Vault of Reinforced Concrete, Entrance from both Battery Road and Collyer Quay. Alterations to Suit Tenants! Apply to: "A. W." c252 words
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Article1216 1914-01-20 7 mgm GREAT STATESMAN AS AN neoole will be very Vat P the many acute ic h Bismarck, the great 'ng statesman, said about iomen and nations. -mating task to turn the pa* es the new y »fer tne Bismarck Calendar, J L s ;1 quotation from his1,216 words
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Article51 1914-01-20 7 A well-known writer and socias leader was asked at a dinner if he could account for the enormous number of bachelors. He stroked his moustache and smiled. "Well," he said thoughtfully, 44 a bachelor, you know, is a man who never has to answer questions that he doesn't want to51 words
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Article418 1914-01-20 7 (Special to the 4 Malaya Tribune") The failure of the fisheries and crops in northern Japan has caused a terrible famine in the prefecture of Aomori and on the island of Yezo (Hokkaido), and as a result the resources of the Tokyo Government are being heavily418 words
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Advertisement21 1914-01-20 7 JUST ARRIVED ONE «6-20 H.P. ONE 11.9 H.P- and 15.9 H.P. Full Particulars from the Sole Agents, Central Engine Works, Ltd.21 words
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Advertisement128 1914-01-20 7 MACHINERY FOR Estates and Mines, Saw Mills, &c. POWER PLANTS Of Every Description. Fraser <$t Chalmers Ltd. (Contractors to the British Admiralty War Office.) Works;-Erith. Kent. Englanl. HEAD OFFICE:— London Wall Buildings.. E,C. EASTERN BRANCH:— Winchester House- SINGAPORE. AND AT IPOH. Made in Dublin. FOR DIRECT EXPORTATION By READ BROTHERS,128 words
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Advertisement443 1914-01-20 8 Austrian Lloyd UNDER MAIL CONTRACT WITH THE AUSTRIAN GOVERNMENT. New Monthly Fast Line, Trieste-Shanghai From and to Trieste and Venice, calling at Port Said, Suez, Aden, Colombo Penang, Singapore, Hongkong and Shanghai. OUTWARD. HOMEWARD. Dae to arrive on or about Due to sail on or about 1914 1914 ss. Bohemia.443 words
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Advertisement457 1914-01-20 8 p. o. STEAM NAVIGATION CO. FOR CHINA, JAPAN, PENANG, CEYLON, AUSTRALIA, INDIA, ADEN, EGYPT, MEDITERRANEAN PORTS, PLYMOUTH AND LONDON. Through Bills of Lading issued for Ihina Coast, Persian Gulf, Continental and American Ports. Steamers will leave Singapore on or lbout— MAIL LINES Homeward (for Europe). 1914 Connecting at brom Singapore457 words
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Advertisement529 1914-01-20 8 N. Y. K. JAPAN MAIL STEAMSHIP CO., LTD. EUROPEAN LINE. A fortnightly service is maintained between Yokohama via ports to Marseilles, London and Antwerp, under mail :ontract with the Imperial Japanese Government. The New Twin-screw Steamer* maintaining this service have seen specially designed and constructed, and are fitted with all529 words
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