Pinang Gazette and Straits Chronicle, 14 January 1915
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Pinang Gazette and Straits Chronicle
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Title Section20 1915-01-14 1 PINANG GAZETTE AND STRAITS CHRONICLE PUBLISHED DAILY. ESTABLISHED 1833. No. II VOL. LXXIII. THURSDAY. 14th JANUARY. 1915. PRICE 10 CENTS.20 words
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Advertisement998 1915-01-14 1 n tk-A-—■ w Jl/TOU WANT TO SHIP, buy OR sell RUBBER OR TO FORWARD goods 5 TO AMY PART 0> THB WORLD 1 GO TO ALLEN DENNYS Co., 3 1, VMIOM STRUCT. •■THE PINANG GAZETTE.” nnnnnnnnnnnnaannnnnnnnnnnnnnnn SUN LIFE OFFICE AND PRESS: Wwll Lail ha 4a. BEACH STREET. PENANG. STRAITS SETTLEMENTS,998 words
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Advertisement62 1915-01-14 1 iaoaooas3nannsoonnoN3oUDow> 1 a FOR $3O > can have the Pinanjj G I I (vasette posted every <i«y 5 I for a whole year to your ad<ire*>a I (LOCAL SUBSCRIPTION, J 27). j Proportionate Quarterly end Half-yearly rates. c. Subscriptions are payahlr in > advance and remittances should I be addreeeed62 words
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Article1581 1915-01-14 2 EX-GERMAN CONSUL CONVICTED. AIDING-GERMAN RESERVISTS TO RETURN. At an adjourned au umn assize for the county of Durham, held before Mr. Justice She a-man and a jury, Nicholaus Emil Shearman Adolph Ahlers, 5 years of age, a manufacturers’ agent and ex-German Consul at Sunderlaud, was charged with1,581 words
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Article250 1915-01-14 2 The Amsterdam Telegraaf says Is it not a touching sight to see Germany mounting the breach as a champion of the oppressed neural States, now that Britain has practically closed the North Sea? The North Sea, this fres ocean of Hugo Grotius, Tromp and De Riyter, the250 words
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Advertisement1474 1915-01-14 2 V OUNG LADY desiring to go to FOR. SALE. KaLCS 101 X England offers her services as Compa1 A 4 4.* a. nion or Governess. TTORD MOTOR CAR, two seater with V&SU&I Advertisements* Apply No. H 5, c/o Pinang Gazette. T* double dickie in first rate running 5216 J order,1,474 words
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Advertisement583 1915-01-14 2 BANKS. CHARTERED BANK OF INn>. AUSTRALIA. AND CHINA Incorporated by Royal Ch ar t er Paid-up Capital f Reserve Fund £1 Reserve Liability of Proprietors Hxad 38, BISHOPSGATE, LONDON r n Agencies and Branch rs Amritsar Hongkong p u k t Bangkok IM» r, Batana Ipoh 81i Bombay Karachi Sernmk583 words
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SEKONG.
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Article709 1915-01-14 3 Tli? following wm th? report of directors f the Sekong Rubber Company Limited, Resented at the sixth annual general Meeting of Shareholders, in London on December. 16. Ih? following statement gives particulars tie crop harvested from the Company’s «state during the year. Corresponding figures for the previous year709 words
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Article499 1915-01-14 3 The report of the directors, for the year which ended on June 30th, states During the year under review, the following produce was-harvested on the Estate:— Rubber, 6,006 lbs. realising, £521 0s lid gross. Citronella Oil, 1,642 lbs. realising £252 16s 2d gross, Coca Powder, 43,806 lbs499 words
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Article496 1915-01-14 3 The report to the directors for the year which ended on June 30th states The output of dry rubber for the year amounted to 123,967 lbs. (against an Estimate of 122,755 lbs.) The average gross saie price per lb was 2s. 2 9d, Less Freight, Insurance, Trade Allowances,496 words
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Article165 1915-01-14 3 Messrs. Guthrie Co Ltd. in their report date Singapo e, Tuesday, 12th inst. says Stronger advices having been received from London, the Auction sale held to-day opened under more favourable auspices than for some weeks past and during the forenoon prices generally marked a decided improvement. In165 words
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Article745 1915-01-14 3 ANNUAL MEETING. The annual general meeting of the Alma Estates, Ltd., was held at the office of Messrs. Hugo Reiss and Co., Shanghai. Mr. E. T. Byrne presided, and was supported by Dr, R. S. Ivy, and Messrs. N. G. Maitland, J. H. Osborne, and C. J.745 words
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293 1915-01-14 3 RUBBER EXPORT PROHIBITION MODIFICATIONS. The Government prohibition of the export of rubber has thrown the market here into a very unsettled condition,says a Home paper. In order to minimise as much as possible the effects of the disturbance to trade, the Government have deciJed to make some important modifications in293 words
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Article709 1915-01-14 3 FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS. The fourth annual general meeting of the shareholders of the Majedie-(Johore) Rubber Estates, Ltd was held at the registered office of the company, 49 and 51, Eastcheap, E. C., Mr. J. C. Sanderson (the Chairman) presiding. The Chairman said; I have with much regret to report709 words
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Article342 1915-01-14 3 The imports of crude rubber into this country from all sources last month amounted to 112 459 centals of 100 lbs, comparing with 116,911 centals during October says the Financier,” From West Africa there was an increase of 600 centals, but the shipments here from Brazil fell342 words
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Advertisement497 1915-01-14 3 “Angier's” for I Consumption. =f The fact that Angier’s Emulsion is prescribed extensively by the Ei| most eminent lung specialists and is largely used in hospitals for consumptives is the best evidence of its value in the treatment of this g| Hi disease. Possessing great soothing and healing powers in497 words
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763 1915-01-14 4 —Ex. Noteworthy matters in the religious, moral, and political worlds of China are marking the closing days of the yeir 1914. On the occasion of the winter solstice President Yuan took upon himse’f the grave duty hitherto performed by the Son of Heaven himself,—Ex. - 763 words
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149 1915-01-14 4 Struck by Two Torpedoes. In an interesting interview, reported in the Portsmouth Evening News,” Gunner F. J. Shoebridge, one of the Hogue survivors, stated that just as the order came to lower boats the vessel was struck by two torpedoes, one immediately after the other. After149 words
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Article379 1915-01-14 4 GERMAN FRIENDLY VISIT. An extraordinary story has been recounted to me this afternoon, says a 11 Daily Telegraph war correspondent by a soldier ssnt home on invalid leave. He had been in a little village, not many miles south-east of Ypres, when he was forced to return to379 words
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Article319 1915-01-14 4 Additions in War Time. The Navy List for December, published on December 4, furnishes some interesting particulars as to the steady growth of the British Navy under war conditions. The new list shows that there have been added the battleship Canada, the two light cruisers Cambrian and319 words
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Article116 1915-01-14 4 The Daily Chronicle correspondent, in a despatch from Madrid, says that after a tour to the seaports of the south he can state definitely that if an attempt has not yet been made by Germans to sow mines in the Straits of Gibraltar from trawlers of Spanish116 words
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Article385 1915-01-14 4 DECEMBER REPORT. Messrs. James F. Hutton Co., Ltd., i writing on December 10, 1914 report Liverpool Cotton. To-day. Last Week. Mid-American —Spot 4.34 4.40 Mid-American, Current Month 4.10 4.13 j F.G.F. Egyptian—Spot 6.45 6.85 xr in u Yester- Last New York Cotton. day> weeki Spot—Cents. 7.50 7.65385 words
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Article350 1915-01-14 4 Soldiers’ Surprise and Joy. Striking testimony to the feelings of pride with wh ch the British troops hailed King George’s recent visit to the front is afforded in a letter which has just been received from Bandsman J. Doyle, of the 87th Royal Irish Fusiliers, Writing350 words
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Article191 1915-01-14 4 For the convenience of Secretaries of companies who are at present engaged in preparing their Interest and Dividend Sheets for the half-year, ending 31st December next, information has been circulated at Home that it has been generally agreed that the proper tax to be deducted is Is191 words
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Article327 1915-01-14 4 It is characteristic of the pluck and onward looking hopes of the Belgians that they should be preparing for the great work of reconstruction which will begin when they re-enter into possession of their country. The rebuilding of the ruined towns and villages will be a task calling327 words
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Article291 1915-01-14 4 American Admiral’s V iew. The va’ue of submarines, offensively, or defensively, ani particularly offensively, is questionable, according to Admiral Fletcher, commander of the American forces at Vera Cruz Admiral Fletcher stated in an article that a skilful enemy need not give this weapon the opportunity to come291 words
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Advertisement53 1915-01-14 4 Glaxo is being largely used in the hospitals of England for building up our wounded. Nourishing, delicious, and easily prepared with water only, there is no finer food for invalids or infants than Glaxo. Babies grow fat on it. Free Sample tin obtainable from local agents— Cash Chemists Ltd., 52-5453 words
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Advertisement423 1915-01-14 4 m -inyggHL I A Double Safeguard, j When buying Worcestershire Sauce, always look for the signature in White on the Red label, and see also that the name LEA PERRINS is embossed in raised letters on the glass bottle. Lea Penins’ label and bottle are copied to such an extent423 words
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Page 4 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous154 1915-01-14 4 A Double Acrostic. Two valiant generals fighting side by side, Holding on bravely for a turn of the tide What are their names, think carefully and tell. In the cause of justice, both deserve well. 1. Is a name of an Empire King, Who made the present war-bells ring 2.154 words
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Article470 1915-01-14 5 A FEARED miscarriage of JUSTICE. Atlanta, Georgia, Nov. 21.— 1 t is seldom e 'al proceedings in a criminal case a excited such wid-spread popular pres t as in the trial of Leo M. Frank, u j j was arrested over a year an! a half f470 words
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Article148 1915-01-14 5 The first session of the nevly elected Federal Chambers was opened at Berne In the National Council M. Fazy (Geneva), the oldest membar, delivered the opening speech. Alluding to the gravity of the present state of affairs, he thanke 1 the Federal Government for having taken all measures148 words
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Article194 1915-01-14 5 Since the Bri'ish Legation at Bangkok notified that commission! would be granted those who hid previously held them there have been numbers of applicants from men who had previously seen service in South Afric», India, etc. One or two are bemoaning the fact that the Legation194 words
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Article354 1915-01-14 5 The Abstract Return of Foreign Trade of the Port of Bangkok for the past year, and Re urn of the same for December, make interesting reading says the Siam Observe.” We may briefly summarise their lessons: The whole year shows a decrease of eight vessels and a decrease354 words
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Article32 1915-01-14 5 Fenang :—The E. O. Hotel, The Crag, Runnymede Hotel, Hotel Norman, Catlton Ho'el and The New Sea View Hotel. Singapore —R< flies Hotel. Rangoon :—Strand Hotel. Ceylon —Nuwara Eliya.32 words
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Advertisement116 1915-01-14 5 NO INCREASE IN PRICES OF MICHELIN I TYRES lUnlnlerrupted supplies during the wur. Obtainable from all Leading Agents. Phh x t rji yB yBB BE BE B 9E E E BB Bb Q@l e -nBEBB BT APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING. gfjp iwF CONTRACTORS TO s isij [ik£ !_Ji|116 words
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Article1386 1915-01-14 6 Those who aflect a liking for a mixed literary menu should find their catholic tastes well met in the series of articles on the War of Liberation appearing in the December English’Review,” starting with the Lesson of the Bdkan War by the late Lord Roberts1,386 words
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Article59 1915-01-14 6 To-day’s quotation for unrefined tin in Penang was $71.50 p j r picu’, business done, an increase of 70 cents. Tin is quoted in London tj-day at £152 10s spot, and £146 ICs. three months. I The delay in the publishing of the I Pinang Gazette to-day59 words
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Article943 1915-01-14 6 Considering how many of the Oxford and Cambridge athletes —Blues, and others who might have achieved the distinction in the course of time —are with the colours it is nob surprising that the Boat Race has been abandoned. The great contest between the representatives of the two943 words
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Article738 1915-01-14 6 —Ex. The Tara, which is bringing the ma i| 3 left Negapatam at 8 a m. on Monday, is expected to reach Penang to-morrow morning at daybreak. The homeward mail leaves by the Golconda the same evening, the time for posting being before 6 p.m. Holders of Window Delivery—Ex. - 738 words
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Advertisement182 1915-01-14 6 P. O. S. N. Co. SPECIAL STEAMER FROM Singapore, Port Swettenham and Penang DIIIECT FOR Marseilles and London. The Company’s s.s. NUBIA,” 5913 tons, 4500 horse power, Capt. A. B. GARWOOD, r. n.k., will be despatched from SINGAPORE on or about 9th MARCH, 1915, calling at PORT SWETTENHAM one day182 words
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Advertisement34 1915-01-14 6 THE CRAG HOTEL, SANATORIUM 7 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. Sarkies Brothers Proprietors.34 words
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Article255 1915-01-14 7 desperate engagements IN FRANCE. TURKISH TROOPS INVADE PERSIA. RUMANIA TO ASSIST THE ALLIES. Ta the region of SoiasonJ, on the Aiane, the German’, in same strength, have been acting on the offensive, and desperate fighting has resulted, and is still in progress. The enemy’s attacks were at first255 words
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France and Belgium.
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Article396 1915-01-14 7 [Reuter’s Special and Ordinary Services.] GERMANS GAIN GROUND. [Copyright Telegram.] (By Submarine Telegraph.) Paris, January 13. A French communique says: From the North Sei to the Oise there have been fairly vigorous cannonades. There has been very lively fighting to the north of Soisson 3 around[Reuter’s Special and Ordinary Services.] - 396 words
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Article59 1915-01-14 7 KING ALBERT AND THE POPE. Paris, January 13. King Albert has telegraphed to the Pope that the arrest of Cardinal Mercier is an iniquitous act and that the treatment of priests must painfully move His Holiness. He wished to express his admiration for the noble conduct of59 words
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Russian Campaign.
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Article87 1915-01-14 7 GERMAN ATTACKS FAIL, Petrograd, January 13. A Ru’sian communique says the Germans continued their now customary tactics, by attacks by small detachments in isolated districts. All were easily repulsed. The Germans ineffectively maintain a desperate offensive at Sukha. They attacked four times on Monday. The Russian scouts87 words
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90 1915-01-14 7 HALF A MILLION REFUGEES. Venice, January 8. The conditions in Vienna are intolerable. Smallpox, cholera and typhoid a-e raging. Numerous cases are reported from all points in Austria. The price of flour has tripled and that of butter has doubled. Delicacies are unobtainable. Crowds of90 words
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58 1915-01-14 7 OUTSPOKEN SPEECH. Romp, January 13. The Hungarian socialist leader, M. Raphiany, says that if the Russian victories continue there will be a revolution in Hungary. The peasants are already rising against the authorities for causing the ruin of the country. The Austrian Staff bad spread so58 words
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Turkey and the Near East.
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Article61 1915-01-14 7 RUSSIAN CAPTURES. Petrograd, January 13. A Russian communique says the Army in the Caucasus has been engaged in stubborn fighting, which continues with the Turkish rear-guards at Olti. A fierce struggle at Karaurgs is turning to our advantage. Ths Russians captured one Turkish battalion, and practically61 words
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Article50 1915-01-14 7 TABRIZ OCCUPIED. Petiograd, January 13. The Turks haie occupied Tabriz, in Persia. Tabriz, the capital of the Persian provice of Azerbijan, is about 100 miles east of the Turkish frontier of Asia Minor. Tabriz is an important manufacturing centre,’ and the emporium of an extensive transit trade.50 words
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General News.
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Article34 1915-01-14 7 London, January 13, The Times correspondent at Sofia says even should Italy remain neutral, Rumania has decided to enter the concert of Entente Powers in the mid lie of February.34 words
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Article126 1915-01-14 7 The population of Rumania is fully seven millions. Service in the army is universal and compulsory between the ages of 21 and 46. Recruits join the active army for 7 years, with 2 years continuous training (3 for Cavalry) and then pass to the active reserve for126 words
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Article18 1915-01-14 7 Amsterdam, January 13. Three great oilwoiks at Antwerp have been completely destroyed by fire.18 words
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Article32 1915-01-14 7 London, January 13. The ’Varsity boat race has been abandoned for the first time since 1856 1848). [According to “Whitaker” Cambridge won in 1856 by half a length.]32 words
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Article133 1915-01-14 7 FIRST DAY’S HANDICAPS. [From Our Own Correspondent.] Kuala Lumpur. January 13. The weights for the first day of the Selangor Turf Club’s Skye Meeting on January 21st are as follows Race 2.—Noreen 11.4, Moment 11, Silverlight 10.7, The Mite 10.1, The Shah 10, St. Patrick 9.2. Race133 words
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Article32 1915-01-14 7 OUTPUTS FOR DECEMBER. The following are rubber outputs for Dec. Burma Development lbs. 1,0« 2 Clovelly t 3,349 Durian Sabatang n 2,300 Kota Tinggi 6,800 Felepah Valley 10,000 S igniting 4,30032 words
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Article805 1915-01-14 7 S.T.” Captain K. Nczaki commands H I.J.M.S. Niitaka, which has a complement of over 300. The Crown Prince of Serbia has issued an army order declaring the country free of invaders. Mr. A. F. Robertson, Branch Manager of Messrs. Fraser and Neave, Penang, leaves for Home next—“ S.T.” - 805 words
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Article259 1915-01-14 7 [From Our Own Correspondent.] Miss Chitty, who came out early in 1912 to work in Kuala Lumpur under the direction of the Bishop of the diocese of Singapore, and who has done such excellent work amongst the parishioners of St. Mary’s, both Europeans and Asiatics, will be259 words
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Article290 1915-01-14 7 Miohaj et Talibin, a Manual of Muhammedan Law, according to the school of Shaffii,” Published by W. Thacker and Co., London; Thacker Spink and Co. Calcutta and Simla. This is a transla’ion into English from the French edition of L. W. C, Van den Berg by Mr. E.290 words
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Article212 1915-01-14 7 The Club spoon was won yesterday by Mrs Durege. The next shoot takes p'ace on Monday, 18:h inst at 4-30 p.m Spoon Shoot. 0« .2 a S o a h Mrs Durege 4.40 30 34 40 (winner) Mrs Hart 5.22 29 34.22 Mrs Liston 1.98 31212 words
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Advertisement74 1915-01-14 7 THE CONTENTS BILL. Page 2.—High Treason Charge. Page 3.—Sekong The Alma Estates Majedie (Juhore). Page 4.—Manchester Cotton Market; Rebuilding Allies Trenches Closing Scenes m the China Year. Page s.—American Murder Mystery; Bangkok Shipping. Page 6.—Some Views on the War Here and There. Page 7.—-Telegrams Social and Personal Kuala Lumpur Items.74 words
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Advertisement621 1915-01-14 7 NOTICE. TO SUBSCRIBERS TO THE “PINANG GAZETTE.’’ The subscription accounts of the Pinang Gazette,” for the ensuing; year having; been issued, subscribers Are reminded that all subscriptions are strictly PAYABLE IN ADVANCE. Owing; to heavy outgoing's, contingent on the war, the management cannot continue the forwarding of papers to readers621 words
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Article, Illustration1246 1915-01-14 8 A RETROSPECT. GREAT MORAL EFFECT ON RUSSIA. The following article by a Moscow correspondent on Dae. 10th gives a connec‘ei account of the great Austro German retreat from Warsaw and the Vistula in October. At the point where the article closes begins the new German1,246 words
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Article227 1915-01-14 8 London, Dec. 12.—A despatch from Copenhagen to the Drily Telegraph says: The Hamburg-America line stntes that it is untrue that the company is willing to sell its ships interned in American ports to America, but I learn on the best authority that Herr Ballin made a'l possible efforts227 words
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Advertisement232 1915-01-14 8 DUN DOWN LIKE A CLOCK. A clock will go only as long as the sprirg is wound up. The same is tueof a man or woman. Use up energy faster than you nuke it, and the breakdown comfs. Woik becomes a task the appetite flags, and because you do not232 words
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Advertisement909 1915-01-14 8 a— TfJhfsfa/ S>istiU&rs Sdlnbargh. WIM f'l Z./ —iMi I>„. i iiw—s 1 Sole Agents: -TO.NG JOO Co., Penang. INSURANCE. I L-» ii li g -«u* ML I Oft THE CORPORATION of the I Green island cement co., Ltd. I J*’ «OVAL EXCHANGE ASSURANCE S Royal Exchange, London I PORTLAND CEMENT.909 words
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Article434 1915-01-14 9 COMMANDER SAMSON’S dashes IN ARMOURED CARS. Tales of Commander Samson’s exploits continue to circulate, One branch of the service has not been sufficient for him. In ♦l, e morning he is an airman after lunch e slips about in an armoured car and he finds time also434 words
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89 1915-01-14 9 The Hon. Treasurer sends us the following further contributions to the above Fund, forwarded to the Chartered Bank, Penang. Balance, Jan. 12 ...$71,908,14 Pinanq 250.00 I. Simpson, 2nd contribution ICO.OO G. A. Hall 100.00 Amount collected by His Highness the Raja of Perlis89 words
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213 1915-01-14 9 Eastern Daily Press.” A White Paper is issued containing the full text of the various offers of gifts in money or in kind from the Dominions to the Mother Country. The correspondence continues the tale of generosity and loyalty begun in the previous issue. The offers—“ Eastern Daily Press.” - 213 words
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215 1915-01-14 9 WEEKLY EDITION. The following are the contents of the current issue of our Weekly Mail Edition, ready on Fiiday evening, price 40 cents. Editorials Page. A Survey of the Situation 29 The Kaiser 30 Enemy Firms 30 In the Trenches 30 At the Races215 words
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Article258 1915-01-14 9 An American Tributb. Under the heading An achievement for Americans to think about” the “New York Sun,” in its leading article, refers to the extraordinary feat in transportation in sending the Expeditionary Force to France. Some day, the New York Sun says, the story may be258 words
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195 1915-01-14 9 —Ex. Christmas, as is well known, is only celebrated by a small section of the Dutch folk here, the large majority giving themselves over to the celebration of Saint Nicholas or Santa Claus on December 5, and indulging in the festivities of New Year. Britishers in—Ex. - 195 words
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Article52 1915-01-14 9 The following ties have been fixed for to-day Championship—A C Hall v J S Rose (1); E Reimann v Captain R Owen (2). The following ties have been fixed for to-morrow Single Handicap—G B F Southam v W K Sharpe 2). Championship—J D Fettes v H A52 words
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Article118 1915-01-14 9 At Tdipicg, Mr. G. M. Laidlaw, Coroner, returned a verdict of Accidental Death at the conclusion of the inquest held to enquire into the circumstances attending the death of the eight-years old son of Mr. R. E. D. Mack, late of Farit Bunter. If will be remembered118 words
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Article86 1915-01-14 9 TO.M.” Singapore, January 13.—The Straits Times Shanghai correspondent states that the Nile struck a rock at Iwaijima, Inland Sea at 2-30 on Monday morning. All were summoned on deck. Six boats were lowered immediately. The Captain pushed off the last boat at 5.15 and the-• TO.M.” - 86 words
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Article74 1915-01-14 9 For the period from the 15th to 21st January, 1915, inclusive, the value of the highest grade of rubber is fixed at two shillings and three pence one halfpenny per lb., and the duty on cultivated rubber on which export duty is leviable on an ad valorem74 words
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Article182 1915-01-14 9 Thursday, January 14, Band, Golf Club, 6 p.m. High Water 11.39 a.m. and 11.36 p.m. Low Water 5.51 a.m. and 5.38 a.m. Straits Cinematograph, Penang Road George Town Cinematograph, Kuala Kangsar Road. Friday, January 15. Band, Esplanade, 6 p.m. High Water 0.29 a.m. Low Water 6.36 a.m.182 words
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Article20 1915-01-14 9 January 21 and 23.—Selangor Turf Club, Skye Meeting. Feb. 4 and 6.—“ The Gay Lord Quex,” Town Hall.20 words
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Article38 1915-01-14 9 SHIPPING ARRIVALS. Avagyee, Brit., 247, Bergwitz, Jan. 13, Deli, gen., E. S. Co. Jin Ho, Brit., 93, Hardinge, Jan. 14, Asahan, gen., E. S. Co. Hebe, Brit., 346, Scott, Jan. 14, T. Anson, gen., Adamson Gilfillan Co.38 words
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Article42 1915-01-14 9 To-day. Leong Ho for Alor Star (Kedah). Perak (E.S. Co.) for Deli. Ban Lee for Trang. Cornelia for Port Swettenham, Port Dickson and Malacca. Trang for Trang. Kedah for Dindings, Sitiawan Began Datoh and Teluk Anson. Menelaus for Singapore and China.42 words
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Article125 1915-01-14 9 CLOSE AT GENERAL POST OFFICE. To-Morrow. For Per Close. Alor Star (Kedah) Ngi Thye 6 a.m. Alor Star (Kedah) Tong Chuan 11a.m. Deli and Asahan Menggala noon Trang, Tongkah and Pang Nga Perlis 2 p.m. Asahan Jin Ho 2 p.m. Langkat and Pangkalan Brandan Ban Whatt Soon 2 p.m.125 words
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Article119 1915-01-14 9 Penang, January (By Courtesy of the Chartered Bank). London Demand Bank ...2/4 4 months’sight Bank ...2/4 7/16 3 Credit ...2/4 3/4 3 Documentary ...2/5 Calcutta Demand Bank Rs. 174| 3 days' sight Private 177 Bombay Demand Bank 174} Moulmein Demand Bank 173 3 days'sight Private 176 Madras Demand Bank119 words
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Article265 1915-01-14 9 Penang, January 14, 1915. S; P. Tapioca $4.05 sales. M. P. Tapioca $4.10 sales Gold leaf $64.40 Pepper (W. Coast 3 lb. 5 oz). $l6 1/2 buyers. Blaek Pepper $lB.OO buyers. White Pepper $32 buyers. Trang Pepper $19.00 no stock. Mace $llO nom. Mace Pickings s—nom: or no market.265 words
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Advertisement75 1915-01-14 9 When a man asserts his disbelief in advertising, ask him whose soap b® uses, whose beverages he drinks. In nine .cases out of ten they will be advertised articles, and though he state» that he has not changed his taste for years it proves not so much that he is75 words
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Advertisement515 1915-01-14 9 I Pure Yorkshire wool jXJ suits—light and cool. I x We’ll tailor you in latest European style in the r smartest, lightest and coolest suit you’ve had. /1111/z Avoid sloppy, ill-fitting garments. They’re no H cooler and make you look slovenly. Pure wool Vv| r suits absorb moisture and keep515 words
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Miscellaneous54 1915-01-14 9 The Straits Cinema, Location: —PENANG ROAD. Speciality: LATEST PATHEPRODUCTIONS Absolutely the leading Premier Show in Penang and the People’s Favourite Rendezvous. Newest Films of Latest Features in Bi-weekly Changes. For particulars vide Handbills. Tan Boon Peng, Proprietor, George Town Kinematograph. “PENANG’S PREMIER SHOW”. KUALA KANSSAR ROAD THEATRE. CHANGE OF PROGRAMME54 words
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Article431 1915-01-14 10 CAPTURING THE GERMAN TRADE. A correspondent writes There is a turn in the tide. After the desultory ebb that set in with the outbreak of hostilities the seas of pr ogress are once again swinging back to shore. The period of inactivity in Malaya is431 words
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Article437 1915-01-14 10 The following is the Directors’ report, to the sharebolier-', to be presented at the meeting on January 16. Your Directors submit the Audited Statement of Accounts for the years ending 31st October, 1914, and despite the very adverse circumstances which have obt lined during the period under437 words
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Article496 1915-01-14 10 RESERVIST WHO SHOT SEVEN GERMANS. DESPERATE VENTURE. The latest recipient of the Victoria Cross is a Scotsman, Private George Wilson, 2nd Battalion the Highland Light Infantry, and the official description of the act which won him the coveted distinction reads For most conspicuous gallantry on September 14 near496 words
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Article206 1915-01-14 10 Before Mr. Justice Earhshaw in the Supreme Court, Singapore, the assistant Official Assignee (Mr G C Valpy) conducted the public exminatipn of Teoh Hong Tye, 8, Heeren Street, Malacca, who has been adjudicated bankrupt. It appeared that debtor started a business in Malacca in 1910 under the206 words
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Article99 1915-01-14 10 Piivate the Hon. Fiancis Geoffrey Pearson, cf the Army Service Corps, whose name appears under the heading Killed in the official list of casualties to the Expeditiinary Force, furnishes an instance of a peer’s son serving in the ranks at the front, the young soldier having99 words
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Article50 1915-01-14 10 He—What’s the matter with your church choir They don’t seem to pull together. She—Well, ths tenor’s in love with the soprano, who is in love with the basso, who is deeply infatuated with the alto, who loves the tenor, but is married to the organist —Judge.50 words
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Article527 1915-01-14 11 AN INDEPENDENT WITNESS OF THE MASSACRE, The Times correspondent, wires frond Amsterdam, Dec. 8. The Telegraaf,” in its evening edition, publishes details concerning the devastation of Dinant, received from a Dutchman who returned recently from that place, where he had been since the beginning of the527 words
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Article265 1915-01-14 11 OFFICIAL MINUTES. Minutes of a meeting of the Municipal Commissioners held on Thursday, the 31st December, 1914. Present —M- ssrs. W. Peel (President), P. T. Allen and F. Duxbury. Absent: —Me-srs Quah Beng Kee, Yeoh Guan Seok, John Mitchell, and Lim Eow Hong. 1; The minutes of the265 words
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