Pinang Gazette and Straits Chronicle, 25 November 1914
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Pinang Gazette and Straits Chronicle
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Title Section20 1914-11-25 1 PINANG GAZETTE AND STRAITS CHRONICLE PUBLISHED DAILY. ESTABLISHED 1833. No. 273 VOL. LXXII. WEDNESDAY. 25th NOVEMBER. 1914. PRICE 10 cents;20 words
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Advertisement901 1914-11-25 1 s< if tou Want to BHIP J J BUY OR SELL *RUBB ERo 1 OR TO S j forward goods U 1 TO any PART or the WORLD GO To r g ALLEN DENNYS Co., L Q T, XJMION STBKET. F YT OKMI MACKIE’S SUN LIF*EZ PENANG BRANCH. tel. no.901 words
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Advertisement57 1914-11-25 1 icraaanoanaanoanDDaaaaaaDDl FOR SBO > V7OU can have the “Pinang J--1 X Gaaette n posted every day g I for a whoks year to your address. I (LOCAL SUBSCRIPTION. S2D. 0 Proportionate Quarterly and I Half-yearly rates. n Subscriptions are payable in advance and remittances should bo addressed to 0 PtNANO57 words
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Article1853 1914-11-25 2 ENEMY’S DIABOLICAL WORK. Captain Stewart, R A. M. C., writing to the rector of Freshw*ter, Isle of Wight (the Re?. A. J. Robertson), refers to the •belling of Red Cro*s hoipitals by the enemy. He says: It was wicked work trying to get the wounded away. Those cases1,853 words
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Article946 1914-11-25 2 GERMAN LEGATION’S CURIOUS PROTEST. Abmt nine o’clock on November 18 the Turk Mahomed Nazi Bey, who arrived at Bangkok from Saigon about eight weeks ago and said he was an officer in the Turkish Army, was arrested by the Poiice at the house where he was staying946 words
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Article780 1914-11-25 2 “It is upon the result of fighting in Poland that all ultimately turns.”—“ Land and Water.” To the Stolid A Reminder. Spare a chser for our lads as they pass you, oh, unemotional business man Britain, with all her failings, is fighting for the Spirit of Christ.”—“ Church Time*.”780 words
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Article605 1914-11-25 2 THE KUALA LUMPUR MEETING. Our Kuala Lumpur correspondent wires that the Federal Council met yesterday under the presidency of the High Commissioner, Sir Arthur Young. The business consisted mainly of twenty-five enactment?, all but two of which, mostly important, were passed. The Supply Enactment will be taken to-day.605 words
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Article189 1914-11-25 2 The most interesting appeal, at Singapore, so far as the general public is concerned, is undoubtedly that of Messrs. Behn, Meyer and Co., Ltd., against a decision recorded against them by Mr 0 V Dyson in the Civil District Court, says the S T.” It will189 words
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Article278 1914-11-25 2 Free Press.’ THE VETERANS. The members of the Veterans’ Unit will not be called upon to perform the ordinary daily duties carried out by other Volunteer units, so that there will be no duties assigned to this unit which will in any way interfere with theFree Press.’ - 278 words
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Article481 1914-11-25 2 S.T." When a reasonable concession is made we hasten to accept it, and although we have expressed some strong view* as to the expediency of forming a purely voluntary defence force, for local purposes, of men over the volunteer age, or who for business reasons are“ S.T." - 481 words
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Article189 1914-11-25 2 SIR E. GREY’S STATEMENT. The British Legation announces that a very regrettable article appeared in an English weekly review on October 10 by 44 Vieille Moustache suggesting the purchase of Zeeland and its transfer to Belgium. The article was reproduced with unfavourable comments by the Dutch newspapers.189 words
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Advertisement126 1914-11-25 2 Rheumatism Knocked Out Rheumatism one of the most terrible foes of suffering humanity, is knocked out,” conquered by that champion of the people, Little's Oriental Balm. The miraculous cures effected by this wonderful remedy have caused astonishment in every land on the face of the earth. In Europe in America,126 words
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Advertisement57 1914-11-25 2 All mothers desire to see their children grow up strong and hearty. To efface this the protection from chills, stomach ailments, etc., must be sure, such as is afforded by Woods’ Grrat Peppermint Cure, a medicine known throughout the Southern Hemisphere a* the children’s life saver. Never be without it57 words
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Article898 1914-11-25 3 FELLOW-PRISONER EXECUTED. Included in the colony of journalists at present in Paris is Mr. Phil Rader, an American newspaper man, who has given a correspondent a vivid narrative of his experiences during the period of the German advance upon Paris. Mr. Rader explains that, having orders to898 words
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Article892 1914-11-25 3 War has produced some curious anomalies in the world of shipping, and occasioned difficulties that were scarcely foreseen when Europe was at peace. Everywhere, says the Economist neutral vessels are enjoying what might vulgarly be called the time of their lives, getting wonderfully full cargoes892 words
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Article339 1914-11-25 3 COLOSSAL FIGURES." Discussing tl e cost of the war before the members of the Academy of Moral and Political Sciences, Paris M. Leroy-Beaulieu, the famous French economist, has been juggling with figures before which the imagination reels. Supposing that the present war lasts for seven months,339 words
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Article310 1914-11-25 3 Tribute to King Albert. In conversation with the special correspondent of the Temps,” a distinguished Frenchman said No poet could worthily sing the glorious courage of the Belgian King. Honour first the rest afterwards,’ has been his watchword to bis people. There is none more noble in history.310 words
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Article175 1914-11-25 3 Just a question, Uncle William Have you heard of Aga Khan He’s as proud a prince as you are he’s the boss Mahommedan. He was under your protection just before the war began. Nicht wahr, Uncle Bill, nicht wahr He’s a peaceful chap in India,175 words
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Article515 1914-11-25 3 London Opinion.” I.—MR. ATKINS’ STORY (ACCORDING TO MR. ATKINS.) What,” asked our representative, are your impressions of the battle of With the fingers of that hand which was not in a sling Thomas Atkins scratched the small portion of head which wasn’t bandaged, and considered the question in silence.London Opinion.” - 515 words
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Article302 1914-11-25 3 An Improved Outlook. Bombay, Nov. 12th. The Advocate of India’s commercial correspondent to-night says :—The news of the destruction of the Emden was received with gratific ition amongst the Indian mercantile community of Bombay and in many offices sweets were distributed amongst the staff in celebration of the302 words
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Advertisement666 1914-11-25 3 ADVERTISER, English, 30 years of age, shortly disengaged, seeks reengagement as Accountant or Financial Assistant in mercantile firm, 6 years’ experience in Straits and F.M.S. Salary not so much consideration as prospects. Highest references. Apply Box No. 220, c/o Pinang Gazette. 1097—u c i FOR SALiC. 1 Motor Boat Engine666 words
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Advertisement594 1914-11-25 3 BANKS. CHARTERED .BANK OF INDIA. AUSTRALIA. AND CHINA. Incorporated by Royal Charter. Paid-up Capital £1,200,000 Reserve Fund £1,800,000 Reserve Liability of Proprietors... £1,200,000 Head Omci: 38, BISHOPBGATE, LONDON, E.O Agencies and Branches. Amritsar Hongkong Puket Bangkok Iloilo Rangoon Batavia Ipoh Saigon Bombay Karachi Serembac Calcutta Klang Shanghai Canton Kobe Singapore594 words
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Article469 1914-11-25 4 It is well tc guard ourselves against disappointment, but we should be ■> less than buman did we not cherish hopes that the conference at Rome, ’I to which the Ambassador has been summoned from Lon ion, will result in Italy taking the decisive step which469 words
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Article228 1914-11-25 4 In the latest cabled statement of 11 Eyewitness issued by the Press Bureau allusion is made to the wretchei conditions under which our so’diers are fighting ia the trenches, where men are described as sitting or standing in a mixtu-e of straw and half frozen slush; The problem,228 words
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Article422 1914-11-25 4 Writing to her son at the front a German mother says: ‘We do not know exactly when matters will improve, but we hope that yon will soon bi making your entry into Paris, and that you will bring away with you plenty of jewellery and gold watches422 words
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Article760 1914-11-25 4 NEW SITE SELECTED. A Pinang Gazette representative, who called upon the Resident Councillor, was courteously informed that a new site for the Penang wireless station has practically been decided upon. It is situated about half a mile north of Penaga, in the Province, which was the site760 words
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Article170 1914-11-25 4 YESTERDAY’S MEKTING. At the meeting of the Municipal Commissioners for Georgetown last evening there were present Me-sri W. Peel (President) J. Mitchell, F Qmh Beng Kee, Lire? Eow H< ng, Yeoh Guan Seok, W. S. Dunu (Deputy Engineer), L. A. C. Biggs (Secretary). The President referred to the170 words
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Article122 1914-11-25 4 Among tlie cases down for hearing before Mr. V. G. Ezechiel to day was one against a European, named Edwin Birch. Inspector Dunn, in applying for a week’s postponement, stated that the man had been sent to Hospital for observation. He went up to the Resident Councillor122 words
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Article77 1914-11-25 4 A SIKH AND A PUNJABI AT LARGE. Four convicts (two Punjabis, one Sikh and one Chinese) escaped from the Convict Establishment Taiping on Nov. 23 during a great storm, by a ladder. A European warder observed the last convict as he stepped on to the wall and bounded77 words
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Article369 1914-11-25 4 The Band will play the following programme of music at the Eiplanade from 6 to 7 p.m. this evening 1. Overture The 3rd Paragraph ...Suppe 2. Cuban's Dance Espinosa 3. Introduction The Martyrs ...Don zetti 4. Waltz Mello ...Waldteufel 5. March Les Victimes du de Voir ...Wittman369 words
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Advertisement172 1914-11-25 4 ASTHENOPIA (EYE STRAIN) CAUSES 7/ HEADACHE, DIZZINESS VWX AND u DISCOMFORT after READING. If you suffer from any of these symptoms let us test your eyes. Suitable lenses accurately fitted will generally give relief. No charge for testing. if your case requires the advice of a physician or oculist we172 words
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Advertisement33 1914-11-25 4 THE CRAG HOTEL, SANATORIUM” PENANG HILL Completely Renovated. An hour and 10 minutes from the E. 0. HOTEL Chairs and Coolies always in readiness at the foot of- the Hill. Sarkibs Brothirs Proprietors.33 words
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Article150 1914-11-25 5 RUSSIANS CONTINUED SUCCESS. MANY GUNS AND POISONERS CAPTURED. PORTUGAL TO JOIN THE ALLIES. Except that the Fiench have made some progress in Argonne, the position is the same as before. There have been further artillery actio us, and German infantry attacks, but these have had no effect150 words
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Article263 1914-11-25 5 [Reutkr’s Special and Ordinary Services. ENEMY LESS ACTIVE. INFANTRY ATTACKS REPULSED. [Copyright Telegram. j (By Submarine Telegraph Recd. Nov. 24, 5 p.m. A Paris communique says: In general, to-day, the situat on of yesterday is unchanged. The enemy on the greater part of the front is particula-ly[Reutkr’s Special and Ordinary Services. ] - 263 words
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Article253 1914-11-25 5 DESPERATE FIGHTING. GERMAN ATTACKS REPULSED. [Copyright Telegram.] (By Submarine Telegraph.) Petrograd, November 24. It is officially annour ced that the fighting between the Vistula and Warta continues, and that it is assuming an extremely obstinate character north of Lodz. The Russians everywhere repulsed impetuous German attacks, all day253 words
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Article127 1914-11-25 5 TURKISH DEFEATS. AMMUNITION TRAIN AND ARTILLERY CAPTURED. Petrograd, November 24. It is officially announced that the Russian advance-guards continue to repulse the enemy in the region of Erzerum, and have completely defeated a column of Turks, capturing an ammunition train. The Russians have also won127 words
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Article54 1914-11-25 5 —Reuter. GERMANY’S NEW ENEMY. [Copyright Telegram.] (By Submarine Telegraph.) L'sbon, November 25. The Portuguese Congress has adopted unanimously, a resolution by the Premier, authorising Portugal to intervene in the war at any suitable moment, in accord ance with the terms of the British Alliance, and also authorising—Reuter. - 54 words
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Article120 1914-11-25 5 The army of Portuga is militia raised by conscription. It is it. jhree categories, the Active army, the Reserve, and the Territorial army. The Active army consists of 35 regiments of three battalion*, 11 cavalry regiments of 4 squadrons, 63 batteries of artillery, besides 2 horse120 words
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Article28 1914-11-25 5 Great Britain Germany Cruisers io io Gun I oats 2 10 Destroyers 9 Submarines 3 4 Minelayers 2 Converted Cruisers ..1 7 Total 16 4228 words
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Article48 1914-11-25 5 [From Our Own Correspondent.} Singapore, November 25; At the Singapore rubber auctions, 100 tons were offered and 71 sold. There was a good demand, at improved prices Smoked sheet fine ribbed to good plain 121 Fine Pale Crepe 119 Smoked Sheet 72—91 fine brown 9948 words
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Article67 1914-11-25 5 Messrs. Allen Dennys Co. advise us that the undermentioned prices were realised for rubl er sold by them by auction and private tender yesterday, when 36,530 lbs. were sold Smoked Sheet $lOO to $llO No. 2 70 98 Unsmoked Sheet 67 83 No. 2 Crepe 81 86 No.67 words
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Article80 1914-11-25 5 [From Our Own Correspondent.] Singapore, November 25. At a meeting of Pulau Buhng Rubber Co. the chairman said a large amount of calls were still outstanding, including those of Austrians and Germans,who were unlikely to pay, whilst Mr. Rowlands’ calls were unpaid, and totalled rearly $50,000. The80 words
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Article100 1914-11-25 5 Page 2,—A Convicted Turk What Other Papers Say Battle Stories Shrapnel; Federal Council; Neutrality of Holland. Page 3. Captured by Uhlans Cost of the War; Trade Routes in War Time; Royal Heroism; Edited; Bombay Markets. p ft g e 4,—ltaly and the War Bad-Weather Footwear Clocks and100 words
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Article270 1914-11-25 5 [To the Editor of the Pinang Gazette.”] Sir, —On buying tickets for above one is toll that there is no booking for reserved seats. It is to be hoped that the despicable practice of reserving several rows of the best seats for the friends of the persons270 words
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Article186 1914-11-25 5 The following gentlemen have paid through Mr J. Samuel the following amounts, and they have been forwarded on November 20th, 1914, to the Secretary of the Indian Imperial Relief Fund, Madras. Those who are willing to contribute towards the above fund are requested to pay the186 words
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Article207 1914-11-25 5 No, IV Company M.S.V.R. held a parade at Parit Bantar on Saturday. Sections 1 (Taiping) and 4 (Kuala Kangsar) went down by mail trai 7 and were met by the other two sections (Krian and Caledonia) at the station. After being inspected by the Officer207 words
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Advertisement24 1914-11-25 5 Tnis is the time to advertise And in the paper say, We have the Goods, the kind you waul And made io the U.K.”24 words
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Advertisement807 1914-11-25 5 n- r i nf:U -J I A GENTLEMAN of quiet tastes who Prince of Wales Relief Fund. A wou id like to share a furnished bungalow for a few month? might find his- requirements met by Replying to A PUBLIC MEETING will be bdd m N<> the Town Hall, on807 words
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Article1284 1914-11-25 6 IN A BRITISH TRENCH. AMERICAN'S EXPERIENCE. A staff correspondent of the New York World,” who has reached London cables what is claimed to be the only account received in New York of actual experience with the British Expeditionary Force during the fighting.” He declares that1,284 words
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Article1225 1914-11-25 6 MONITORS IN ACTION. Mr. Archibald Hurd writes in the “Daily Telegraph” —For the first time an engagement has been fought on and under the sea and on and over the land. This is the unprecedented occurrence which is reported from Belgium. Ships of the navy—monitors—have co-operated with1,225 words
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Advertisement82 1914-11-25 6 1 BY APPOINTMENT TO Jr I CONTRACTORS TO □M Jw British War Office, India Office, /O KfA rK aJIfJ j Jr Admiralty, The Straits Settlements, and Jr Jjr QqrJr J J w 0B tr Federated Malay States Government H. M. THE KING. Hospitals, Etc., Etc. be S THE RICHEST ANP82 words
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Advertisement64 1914-11-25 6 Graphite Lubrication. By using this method it is claimed Cylinder lubrication cost is reduced 90 per cent, in either Steam, Gas, or Oil Engines. Fuel Consumption is reduced 5 per cent, to 10 per cent, and Piston rings, Valves and Valve gears are protected from wear. Agents ‘'The Borneo Coy.,64 words
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Article1656 1914-11-25 7 PROSPECTS OF THE INDUSTRY. The fifth annual general meeting of the Sungei Buaya (Sumatra) Rubber Company, Limited, was held on th? 21ss ult. at the registered offices, 5, Whittington-avenae, EC, Mr A G Angier (the Chairman) presiding. The Cnai> man eaid The report and accounts will, I presume,1,656 words
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Article316 1914-11-25 7 [From Our Own Correspondent.] Kuala Nov, 24. Mr. Colman of the locil branch of the Singapore Cold Storage, who is going with the Malayan Contingent to the front was entertained to a dinner at the Empire Hotel. Mr. F. G. Spring of the Agricultural Department is going316 words
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Article107 1914-11-25 7 Tukio, Nomeber 6.—The Shantung Railway is now being conducted by the Railway Corps of the Japanese army. Regarding the control of the Shantung Railway the Government has decided to entrust the said Railway to the South Manchurian R?ilway during the war. There are many who are opposing107 words
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Article836 1914-11-25 7 A TWO-FOLD PROBLEM. It is to be feared that the mining industry is not a bit further forward as the outcome of the meeting of the Council of the F. M. S. Chamber of Mines with the acting British Resident at Tpoh the other day, says the836 words
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Article278 1914-11-25 7 EVENTS OF A WEEK. Nov. 17.—Commons vote another £<25,000,000 for war purposes and an additional million men. Prince of Wales goes to the front. Fighting continues in East Prussia, Russian Poland, and in Galicia» Russians defeat Turks at Euzvoran and Khamur. Nov. 18.—Mr. Lloyd George announces278 words
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Article173 1914-11-25 7 Wednesday, November 25. Band, Esplanade, 6 p.m. High Water 4.51 a.m. and 8 15 p.m. Low Water 0.30 a.m. Straits Cinematograph, Penang Road George Town Cinematograph, Kuala Kangsar Road. Tbvrsday, November 26 Band, Golf Club, 6 p.m. High Water 7.20 &.m. and 9.11 p.m. Low Water 1.54173 words
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Article20 1914-11-25 7 Decern lot 29.—Penang Turf Club, Meeting, Entries close 5 p.m. January 7 and 9.—Penang Turf Club, January Meeting.20 words
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Article750 1914-11-25 7 January Meeting, 1915. (UNDER S. R. A. RULES OF RACING.) RACE DAYS: FIRST DAY Thursday, 7th January, 1915. SECOND DAY... Saturday, 9th January, 1915. FIRST DAY, Thursday, 7th January, 1915 1 THE OPENING STAKES. Value $5OO. A Handicap for all Horses to be entered at a stated750 words
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Advertisement18 1914-11-25 7 Proved by independent Scientific investigation to have a Body-Build-ing Power of 10 to 20 times the amount taken.18 words
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Advertisement79 1914-11-25 7 HOTEL NORMAN, Penang’s Select Residential Hotel. Cold Storage Food. Special Terms to Government Officials and F.M.S, Visitors. A Specialty is made of the Table D’Hote at $1 in the large Dining-room, or $1.25 n Private Rooms. The Proprietor invites comparison with any Hotel in the East or elsewhere as to79 words
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