The Singapore Free Press and Mercantile Advertiser (Weekly), 23 March 1922
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The Singapore Free Press and Mercantile Advertiser (Weekly)
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Title Section18 1922-03-23 177 THE Singapore Free Press AND MERCANTILE ADVERTISER. WEEKLY MAIL EDITION. THIKI) SERIES THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 1922. No. 1.807.18 words
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Article137 1922-03-23 177 Gambier Cube No. 1 12.50 V.ou Pepper white fair) t* tw Tapi-CA. *mall flake, f.g. 7.0t Tapiaca, medians pearl f.g 7.53 F'earl Sapo small 8.00 Copra Sundried 13.76 Opium, Panares nncert: 4.500 Pic*. Rangoon white 230 Rio.-. Siam No. 1 for export 34f Ric<?. Sian. No. 2 for xport137 words
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DOMESTIC OCCURRENCES.
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Article159 1922-03-23 177 PLUNKETT. -Oa March 18th s1 Kuala Lumpur, to Elsie Campbell, wife of Captain .j. O. Plnnkett, a son. KUMPHRYS on nth Match, at Baa, Gajah Hospital to Captain und Mra. IL W. Humphrys, a Laughter. HAWKER.- At the Maternity Hospital, Penang on tho 11th March, to Mr. and Mrs.159 words
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Article31 1922-03-23 177 MILLS. At her residence Lorong 17, No. 8 Galang, Robina, the beloved wife of the late Joseph Mills. BRANDER.—- On March 20th. at the General Hospital, Singapore, Charles Ronald Brander.31 words
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Article79 1922-03-23 177 March 22. Baak 4 m.s. ■> A Baak demand 213 3-4 Private credits 3 m.s. 9j4 1-3 New York, demand 50 Credits 90 days f*2\ M France, demand §26 Hongkong, demand 914 p.c. Prem. Yokohama, demand 106 Java, demand 135 H Bangkok, demand to** Sovereign. Bank Buying $8.64 Bank79 words
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Article27 1922-03-23 177 The Straits Echo aaya there ia a rumour m Kedah that one of the murderera of tbe late Mr. J. Doughty Smith haa been captured m Patani.27 words
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Article, Illustration751 1922-03-23 177 ■aw *rt Pna tiu» Pi^b't right n_____*. jfcaaai W iile.au aad aakfted hf j__i ■i aaaaa. ttaa. km zUH— tmmm 4—, tfcli l»*t*ynkUp»kT>»iUt. The decision of the Italian Government to hold the Genoa Conference on Aprii 10th closely follows on the heels of the announcement that the United751 words
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Article788 1922-03-23 177 March 18. We commented two days ago on the new Siamese Loan of two millions at seven per cent, which was so quickly subscribed m London, and is intended mainly for railway works. The interest the Federated Malay States possesses m the loan, 18 that m 1909788 words
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Page 177 Advertisements
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Advertisement331 1922-03-23 177 CONTE N tn I LADKRS PAGE Rehabilitating Bwope 177 Mot.. .Siamese Loan 177 Comment of the Week 1 TS Town Planning and Transport 17?-*-India, the Prince, and Others 179 POLICE ANI) COURT NEWS. Aaaizes 181, 2, 6, h, 1) Judgment in (iam hia Action 188 Claim by Mr. Manasseh Meyer331 words
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Page 177 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous307 1922-03-23 177 THE WEEK'S NEWS. Dates to February 24 were brought by the mail from Home which arrived here on Sunday, March 19th. An official programme of the visit -ot H.R.H. the Prince of Wales to Singapore has been published. The construction of th e war memorial, which was commenced only five307 words
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Article656 1922-03-23 178 March 20. The Rand workers are for the fine suppressed physically, but a long weary time of wiping out the effects awaits South Africa. The Nationalists have disclaimed any support to the workers' commandoes, but we have little doubt that at the beginning they did not656 words
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Article833 1922-03-23 178 March 21. One of the chief benefits which town planning is going to give Singapore is the provision and regulation means of transport. Captain Ricnaitis, the Deputy Chairman of the Improvement Trust, showed us the other day one of his plans of Bombay and the difficulties833 words
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Article608 1922-03-23 178 March 22. The prospects of Singapore becoming a principal naval base are daily changing. With the Pacific Treaty as agreed on at Washington, the selfdenying ordinance of the Powers comes into operation. That is. new fortresses are not to be made m the ocean which is held608 words
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Article895 1922-03-23 179 March 13. It may be purely by chance that thc moment His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales leaves India, plentiful news of his wonderful trip l* permitted to travel freely over thc world to admiring Britons, and then. On the other hand, it may895 words
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Article253 1922-03-23 179 Mr. C. W. Harrison of the Malayan Civil Service, the officer m charge of the Press representatives with H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, goes to Kuala Lumpur on Sunday, his addivss being c o E. A. Dickson, Esq. H e comes to Singapore on Thursday, March 30th, and will stay253 words
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Article95 1922-03-23 179 TOO GOOD TO IJE TttUE (From Our Own Correspondent.) Kuala Lumpur, Mar. 15. The Colombo correspondent of the Malay Mail states that a rumour has reached Colombo from Australia that the Orient and P. and O. Companies have drawn up a schedule of reduced fares to be put95 words
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Article108 1922-03-23 179 (From Our Own Correspondent) Penang, Mar. 15. At the meeting of Municipal Commissioners, Mr. Kemp's motion to approach the Government with the recommendation that rikisha fares bo fixed at th c rate ruling m Singapore, was lost by four to three. Mr. Yeoh Guan Seok m opposing108 words
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Article120 1922-03-23 179 (From Our Own Correspondent) Penang, Mar. 15. There was a serious motor accident m the Gardens with the narrowest escape for the occupants. The car of Towkay Kay Bee, with two children and friends, was descending from the Reservoir when the driver struck a side work120 words
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Article206 1922-03-23 179 (From Our Own Correspondent.) Mar. 17, 1922. The annual report cf the Chamber of Commerce shows that tin shipments from Penang amounted to only rt»,083 tons compared with 20,710 m the previous year. The la^ge decrease was due to the Straits Trading Co's works at Butterworth206 words
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Article50 1922-03-23 179 (From Our Own Correspondent) Ipoh, Mar. 16. Tha overnight rain caused a washaway of a strip 200 feet between Lahat and Batu Gajah. Train passengers and goods had tc be transferred at the scene to-day. Trains were two hours late and the down mail at night was cancelled.50 words
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Article87 1922-03-23 179 (From Our Own Correspondent). Penang, Mar. 20. Seven Malays were charged at Sungei Patani to-day m connection with the niurder of Mr. Smart, Government surveyor, which occurred m the jungl c off the Baling Road last January. Mr. Dinsmore is hearing the case. All the accused87 words
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Article29 1922-03-23 179 It is understood that H.R.H. the Prince of Wales will be asked to unveil a war memorial to thirty members of the Cricket Club.29 words
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Article59 1922-03-23 179 In view of the considerably increased cost of the dredge, the Directors of South Taiping Tin hav c called an extraordinary meeting to consider reconstruction under a scheme for th c formation of a new Company. The shareholders will receive, m respect of each dollar share, a59 words
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Article74 1922-03-23 179 I (From Our Own Correspondent) Kuala Lumpur, Mar. 21. Ar the ninth annual meeting of the Bukit Ke, >:v* Rubber Estates, Mr. W. Leggatt, the chairman, stated that the profit for the year amounted to $35,444. It was decided to pay a final dividend of74 words
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Article45 1922-03-23 179 (Aneta) Batavia, Mar. 21. The Governor-Gener.il of the Netherlands IncKes is sending his Adjutant, Colonel Brewer, to Singapore for the purpose of conveying His Excellency's compliments to H.R.H. the Prince of Wales on the occasio* of his visit to "our British neighbour."45 words
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Article70 1922-03-23 179 (Aneta). Weltevreden, Mar. 21. A Batavian newspaper learns that two of the bctrayen of Nurse Cavell are at present m the Dutch Indies Government sti vice. The Belgian Consul has already teiegmphed to the Belgian Government demanding their extradition. If the Bel cr'an Government does not70 words
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Article45 1922-03-23 179 Police Commended. (From Our Own Correspondent) Kuala Lumpur, Mar. 21. The Malay Mail's Hongkong correspcn dent wires that the finding m the Shatin shooting enquiry was justifiable homicide. The court exonerates the police and commends them for their patience, and personal courage.45 words
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Article267 1922-03-23 179 (From Our Own Correspondent). Penang, Mar. 21. At the annual meeting of the Penang Chamber of Commerce, Mr. W. S. Goldie, r, residing, .said that none of those present recalled experiencing such a difficult and trying year m trade generally. The bazaars had been badly hit,267 words
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Article123 1922-03-23 179 Four Malays Sentenced to Death. (From Our Own Correspondent). Penang, Mar. 22. At the Smart murder trial at Sungei Patani three of the accused have already been acquitted and the remaining four were found guilty by one of the Assessors, Mr. John George, of murder and123 words
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Article2336 1922-03-23 180 THE OFFICIAL PROGRAMME. Engagements. 31s: March, Friday. 10 a.m. Lands at Johnston's Pier. 10.10 a.m. Proceeds to the Reception Pay lon at Raffles Statue. 10.; 0 a.m. Proceeds from the Reception Pavilion via St. Andrew's Road to War Memorial. 10.35 a.m. Arrive! at War Memorial. 10.13 a.m.2,336 words
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Article366 1922-03-23 180 REAL MINES. The Slogan that baa found moat favour for the Malaya-Borneo Exhibition ia "Must benefit everyone." There is 0N section, however, to which the application I may be questioned, namely the Mines Section. It is difficult to :ee how exhibits of tin-ore, tungsten-ores, and other minerals or366 words
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Article161 1922-03-23 180 Exhibits will be classified undei the fo!--lowtng headings (1.) (Jen rai Collection. (2) Genera] Collection, which bona fide work f any child ittei school m Malaya. (3) Collection of British Loh. L eluding s.ctions 4. ~> and G. (4) Collection of Stamps of th< [crated and Unfederated Statea161 words
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52 1922-03-23 180 TRENGGANU STAMPS TO BE SURCHA RGED. The Government ,L Treoggan cided to surcharge their stamps f same values as the Strait [SSUe up to the value of $2, With th< words "Mala:— Borneo Exhibition." The al wii be on oale during the Exhil any that have not been sold will52 words
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Article48 1922-03-23 180 The Acting Registrar of Ii and Exports supplies the following particulars cf February's trade as compared with Foreign Imports into British Malaya. February $36,791,376 14,292,327 January 37,435,576 4,3*7,484 Decrease 644,200 75,157 Foreign Exports from British Malaya. February $42,210,974 14£24,613 JfiCOaiy 39,219,963 4,675,662 Increase 2,991,011 348.95148 words
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Article762 1922-03-23 181 Mr. H. F. Monk has besa seconded for tervice with the Governmenl of Johore. Mr. F. L. Tomlin is appointed a member of the Singapore Harbour Board for three yeara. The centenary of Malacca as a British Settlement occurs on the 17th March, 1924. Karachi, the762 words
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Article420 1922-03-23 181 SEVEN TEARS FOR GANG ROBBERS. The second Assizes w/ere resumed yesterday before the Chief Justice, Sir Walter Shaw, the trial of the five Chinese, lan Kcmg Hock, Lim Ah Kow, Ea Song Kang, Kwek Kiok Tuan and Tan Chong Nee, on a charge of committing gang robbery, lasting420 words
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Article358 1922-03-23 181 LAST STONE OF THE COLUMN LAID. Lsst evening, less than five months after the commencement of the work, the last stone completing the roof of the Straits Settlements War Memorial on the Esplanade, was laid. A large amount of work still remains to be done the six358 words
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Article25 1922-03-23 181 A Reuter's telegram from Gibraltar announces the death of Mr. Maurice Bandman, the lessee of the local theatre and well known m the Far East.25 words
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Article263 1922-03-23 181 YESTERDAY'S PROCEEDINGS. The hearing ol the action m wlvch Mr. W. Maas claims over $12,000 from Mr. Malcolm Beranger, alleging breach of palm oil contracts, and m which Mr. Beranger counterclaims for $*.0,000 fcr breach by plaintiff of cth?r contracts, vvas resumed before Mr. Justice Barrett-Lennard m263 words
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Article158 1922-03-23 181 The quarterly meeting of the Licensing Justices was held m the Senior Magistrate's court yesterday afternoon, presided over by Mr. P. F. David, District Judge. Others present were Messrs Tan Kheam Hock, J. M. Sime, A. P. Cameron, J. Robertson, Dr. J. R. Glemnie, and G. J. Mudsell158 words
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Article149 1922-03-23 181 A company has just been formed for the commercial development of the inventions of working-men, or inventors who have not the means to place their models on the market. The procedure is simple and purely business-like. If, on the application of the inventor, the invention149 words
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Article178 1922-03-23 181 The Master of Marlborough College, Dr. Cyril Norwood, speaking at the annual conference of the Association of Preparatory Schools, held at Marylebone, introduced a proposal to found a new Public School. Excellent premises, he sad, were likely to be provided, if sufficient funds to endow such a178 words
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Article194 1922-03-23 181 Singapore, Mar. 16. Rubber. The auctions on Wednesday opened with a good all round demand at prices showing a slight improvement on the previous week. Standard Sheet realised 27 cents but most lots were withdrawn at 2G I_.1 Good Quality Sheet was m favour up to 2GL_. cents194 words
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Article87 1922-03-23 181 Singapore, Mar. 16. Tin.-^£l4s 12s. 6d. 100 tons sold $73 75. Robbers. Dull and lower. Tapahs $6. 50, Craigieleas 50, United Malaccas 80, Nyaias $4.90, Haytors $4.50. Mining.— Collieries $11.50 $12, Taipings 67% 72%, North Taipings 87 1 .i 92*_, South Taipings 40 45, Renongs 20s. 9d. 21s.87 words
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Article103 1922-03-23 181 MACPH AIL'S REPORT. Singapore. Mar. 16. Silver 33%. Hongkong 7% per cent premium. Three months gold 52. Share Market.— Dull. Rubber. Few enquiries. Allenbys 16, Craigieleas 50, Bassetts 57 62%, Tambalaks 47% 52%, Sandycrofts enquired for at 75, Bukit Kepongs $2.02%. Tins.— Taipings 70 75, Norths 86 90, Souths 40103 words
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Article97 1922-03-23 181 Singapore, Mar. 16. Tin.— £l4s. 12s. 6d. 100 tons sold $73%. Rubbers. Craigieleas 50 55, Kedahs $1. 80, Ulu Benuts 20 22%, Brogas 30, 35 Jimahs 85 90, Kuala Sidims $1.40 $1.50. Tins.— Taipings 70 75, Norths 87 V* 92%, Souths 40 45, Nawng Pets 47^297 words
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Article167 1922-03-23 181 Middlesex Again Defeat S.R.C. The Middlesex Regiment gained another success on th c Padang yesterday, when they defeated the S.R.C. by thre c goals to one. The soldiers were superior m al! departments, and it was only the truly brilliant goalkeeping of Oliviero that prevented their winning by a167 words
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Article84 1922-03-23 181 The credit balance of the above Club on Jan. 31, 1922, was $25,401.50 compared with $19,312.22 a year before. Stakes given during the year totalled $13,635. A sum of $4,716 was given to charities. Fortyone new members were elected during the year. The Batu Gajah course was84 words
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Article585 1922-03-23 182 The accounts show receipts amounting to $35,590.82 and expenditure $28,173.73, leaving a surplus of $7,417.09 compared with $15,440.84 for the year 1920. The total membership at 31st December, 1921, was 126. Twenty-four committees, two general meetings and two special general meetings were held during the year. The585 words
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Article125 1922-03-23 182 The plans of the new Victoria Institution, Kuala Lumpur, drawn up by Messrs. Swaa and Maclaren, are now m the hands of th? Trustees. On Saturday afternoon Mr. L. V. J. Lavill* waa entertained at a tea-party at the Bukit Mertajam District Office, on th e eve of his departure125 words
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Article107 1922-03-23 182 COMMERCE SECTION. The schedule of diplomas and medals to b* awarded has now been issued. There are no entrance fees or forms of entry and the mere fact of exhibiting will give the necessary qualification. Diplomas and medals will be awarded for goods of local manufacture for their107 words
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Article307 1922-03-23 182 The eliminating exhibition of Kedah Produce, Arts and Crafts and Agriculture, took plac c at the Government English School, Alor Star. The three class-rooms requisitioned for the purpose were equipped with articles from all quarters of the state. Crowds flocked to learn what the class-rooms had to teach,307 words
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Article514 1922-03-23 182 Some idea of what Brunei will send to the Malaya-Borneo Exhibition is conveyed by the following particulars of the exhibits, destined for the Arts and Crafts section, shown at the Agricultural Show m Brunei on Feb. 25th. The Resident write*-— These Exhibits occupied the whole of the large514 words
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Article116 1922-03-23 182 Entries are coming m splendidly for the Agricultural Department of the Exhibition, with the exception of the Horticultural Section, for which very few exhibits have been received. Poultry are going to provide a large and interesting exhibit, and the Section comprising exhibits shewing novel uses of rubber116 words
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Article152 1922-03-23 182 One of the most attractive f atures m the forthcoming Exhibition will be a free distribution of cigarettes by the Xanyang Brothers Tobacco Co., Ltd. The Chinese Chamber of Commerce here will from now onwards publish a monthly journal, to be purdv devoted to trade, finance and152 words
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Article362 1922-03-23 182 Tiie annual meeting of the Singapore Diocesan Association was held m the Masonic Hall, Taiping. on March 10th, there being a representative gathering present including the Hon. Major C. W. C. Parr, 0.8. E., Resident of Perak. The Bishop of Singapoi\. President of the S.D.A., and Chairman362 words
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Article66 1922-03-23 182 The nuit season this year m Penang and Province Wellesley promises to be a good one. The trees are m full bloom and a number of plantations have been leased out at higher prices than usual. A number of Malay rubber tappera, who are out of work at present owing66 words
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Article319 1922-03-23 182 THE ROYAL VISII. Children's Corner Progra mm < To the Edi: or, Sir, Under the above heading m issue of Thursday appears the folio* announcement. "The forethought of the Committee reflected m the 'fact that they ai k._: water laid out to the stands m SIX319 words
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Article111 1922-03-23 182 To The Editor. Sir, In to-day's issue, you say that 'you understand that th c Catholic Bishop of Malacca has been invited to attend tha unveiling ceremony of the War Memorial on March 31st, but the rules of his Church do not permit of his being present." I111 words
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Article108 1922-03-23 182 To the Editor. Sir, Allow me through the medium of your journal to suggest to the Hindu public of Singapore that deserving of sympathy is the idea of feeding the poor free m all the temples, and of offering pujas for long life to His Royal Highness.108 words
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Article77 1922-03-23 182 Commissions m the S. S. Volunteer Forus are granted to P. H. Keys, D.5.0., M< and B. I. Chambers, M. C. The following promotion are made. 2nd Lieuts. Patterson, D. S. O, M. C, and G. C. Meredith, M. C, to be acting majors; C. E. Wurttburg, M.77 words
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Article54 1922-03-23 182 At the Assizes yesterday, before Uie Chief Justice, Sir Walter Shaw, L<*«« *Fcok Heng was foiind not guilty of committing robbery when armed with a deadly weapon and was discharged. On a charge of causing hurt m committing robbery Chan Ah Vat was fou«i guilty and sentdnced to54 words
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Article39 1922-03-23 182 Mr. A. C. Baker having gone up Penang Hill for a short holiday, his magisterial duties are being attended to by Mr J. W. W. Hughes, Collector of I-*nd Revenue, and Mr. H. C. Batburst, Assistant Official Assignee. (S.E.)39 words
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Article710 1922-03-23 183 Mr. and Mrs. W. Leggatt are leaving for Homo next week by the Khiva. It s understood that the Hon. Mr. G. A. Hall will go home m August. Th<« Sinhalese fund for decorations daring the Prince of Wales visit, now totafls $684. Ion aeroplanea complete710 words
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Article1439 1922-03-23 183 PROGRESS REPORTED. The hon'ble Mr. F. S. James presided at a meeting yesterday of representatives of the various committees working m connect on with the Malaya Borneo Exhibition, and m the course of an interesting speech gave particulars cf the progress that had been made with the1,439 words
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Article48 1922-03-23 183 The team which is t» represent thc State of Johore m the Malay Football Tournament at the Malaya-Borneo Exhibition made ther appearance or. the S.R.C. Ground yesterday evening, who:, they met a team representing the Straits Chinese F. A. and were defeated by 5 goals to love.48 words
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Article111 1922-03-23 183 ln the Hospitals Cup final, Guys beat London by 12 points to 6 at Richmond. Mr. and Mrs. Palgrav c Simpson, Mr. E. G. Bird and Mr. J. G. Brown left Penang by the B. I. steamer EHenga for Rangoon on their way home. A group of Welsh and Scottish111 words
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Article52 1922-03-23 183 Mr. T. W. Clayton has assumed duties Mr. G. W. Lewes, A. C. P., Ipoh, who has been acting as C. P. O. as well sin^e the departure of Mr. Dobree Butler, who is seriously ill, m a ftw fcys will be relieved of the latter duties by Mr. D.52 words
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Article760 1922-03-23 183 THE BISHOPS DISCOURSE. Ii spit of the inclemi nt weather, a good number gathered at the Victoria Theatre vest rday poor hear Bishops Li<-.:c\ a*-., B.rney, f I ow and Shanghai respective y, now ii Singapore In connection wiui the conference of Methodist bishops of Asia, discourse on the760 words
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Article1297 1922-03-23 184 Quicquid agunt homines no§tri j arret lihflli Juvinal. Ever anxious to please, knowing that a good many dances are coming on, the Topieist asked a partner why there was no sociability at dances nowadays. The lady refused be perturbed or to spoil her dance by replying,1,297 words
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Article231 1922-03-23 184 The Arghan Company, Lid was given concession m the Kompin district m I bhang for the purpose of cultivating a fibre called Arghan. The plant is one of tie Bromelia family. Mr. H. N. Ridley, F.R.S., C.M.G-, has expressed the opinion that th.' plant is identical with the231 words
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Article114 1922-03-23 184 V. have received U.c 6th number of lhe Medico, the journal of the students of 'i Edward Vil Medical School. It is *i mixture of grave and gay and the Edi' or apparently finds difficulty m keeping it ap to the mark m these hard times. Proof reading,114 words
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Article19 1922-03-23 184 The Regiments destined for disbandas an economy n easure inende the Fourth Battalion Ro yal Rifles# ihird Battalion Worcestershires.19 words
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Article1195 1922-03-23 184 ENTERTAINING THE FLEET. (From Our Own Correspondent). Jesselton, March 10. We are laying good-by 0 to-day to the j Honourable Mr. F. W. Fraser. who is going j on leave. A public dinner is being given m his honour at the Railway Hotel and over sixty people are1,195 words
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Article121 1922-03-23 184 Singapore, Mar. 17. Since last reporting, the local Rubber Market has been quietly steady, there being a consistent enquiry for near-by delivery, with seller holding otf. For the Weekly Auction-, yesterday, 817 tons were forward for sale. All grades were m strong demand at slightly improved values121 words
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Article86 1922-03-23 184 F RASER'S REPORT. Singapore. Mar. 17. Tin. £145. 75 tons sold 173-V Rubbers. Very little doing. Mining. Collieries $11.50 $12. Taipingt 07 12-, North Taiping* 87% '.-J 1 South Taipings 40 45, Murai* fl $4.25 ex a'l, Nawng Pets 17% 52%, Padang Plandoks 30 40. discount, Rawangs 17* 1 52%,86 words
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Article107 1922-03-23 184 Singapore, Mar 17. Tin. £145. 73 •V 75 tons sold. Rubbers.— J imah. 85 90, Kuala Sidims 11.40 $1.60, Allenbys 13 10, Bassetts 60 66, Indragiris $3.30 $3.60, Ulu Benuts 20 22 1 Tins.— Murais $4.10 $4.25. Xx Rights Xx Div. Padang Plandoks 30 3. r107 words
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Article106 1922-03-23 184 Singapore Mar. 17. Silver 33%. Hongkong 85 B pel nl premium. Three months gold 52. Share Market.— -Dull. Rubbers.— Few enquiries. Allenbys 15. Craigieleas 50, Bassetta 57% 62%, T belaks 47% 52%, Sandycrofta enquired for at 75. Bukit K. pongs $2.02%. Tin-u— Taipings 65 70, Norths 85 90,106 words
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Article25 1922-03-23 184 We h.ar on good authority that it has be n decided to hold the next Oriental Red Cross Conference m Bangkok during November next.— (S.O.)25 words
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Article793 1922-03-23 185 An Adviser to the Ministry of Commerce, Siam, is due to arrive at Bangkok about the 19th inst. The Hon. Mr. L E. P. Wolferstan and Mrs. Wolf rstan passed through Penang m the Pyrrhus for London. We regret to learn that the condition of Mr.793 words
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Article723 1922-03-23 185 ANNUAL MEETING. The twelfth annual general meeting of the MalakofT Rubber Co. Ltd., was held m the registered offices of the company at 64 Robinson Road at noon on Saturday, presided over by the Hon. Mr. V. Gibbons. Others present were Messrs. J. Sellar, F. L. Tomli.i, G.723 words
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Article122 1922-03-23 185 The B. N. B. Herald says:— A lady, but recently arrived m the country and anxious to prepare some nourishing soup fcr her lusty infant, purchased from a Chinese shop some fat and nutrit've looking peas. After some two or three hours steaming the peas remained much the same while122 words
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Article929 1922-03-23 185 A BIG ENTRY. The following are the entries for the first day of the Prince's meeting on April the first. Negri Sembilan Cup. Dist. 7 furlongs I'roomhills, Cheeky Boy, Gamecock, Hatfield Bey, Helanel, Jaunty Jay, Kennerley, Golden Mary. Selangor Cup and Ipoh Cup. Distance, Class A,929 words
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Article561 1922-03-23 185 The annual report of the committee for the year ended Jan. 31st states The working account for the year shows a profit of $2,106.69. Allowances have been made of $4,126.23 for depreciation, $500 bad and doubtful debts and $2,000 for repairs to buildings. The balance at the561 words
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Article147 1922-03-23 185 Appointed to Singapore. All Bangkok wiii be interested to I am that, on tin. retirement of Mr. A. B d- ac'elcy from Lie position. His Majesty tho King has en pleased to appoint Phra Pradibaddha Bhubal C nsul General f:jr Siam at Singapore. It Ls a position for147 words
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Article271 1922-03-23 186 For the third week m succession rain caused the abandonment of cricket matches on the Padang on Saturday. The weather was fair at the beginning of the afternoon, but a sharp shower of rain just after a start had been made compelled the players to seek refuge271 words
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Article15 1922-03-23 186 At Rugby, Englamd beat Scotland by 1 1 points to 5, at Twickenham.15 words
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Article214 1922-03-23 186 A second attempt was made on Saturday to play the match m th c Singapore Tournament, between the S.R.C. and the Services, but rain intervened again and the match had to be abandoned, when the Services had compiled 50 for th^ loss of 2 wickets,214 words
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Article387 1922-03-23 186 The second race for 11. E. the Governor's Cup came off m a strong breeze but smooth sea yesterday, and very fast times were made by most of the yachts. Thirteen boats were away ;at 10 o'clock sharp, bu. Betty and Dorothy were recalled, being over the387 words
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Article81 1922-03-23 186 Reuter cables give the draw for the Lavs Cup B< Igiur.i vs. Australia < lanada VS. France Hawaii vs. Czechoslovakia Spain rs. Philippines Rumania YU India; Italy vs. Japan. Byes to Denmark and the British Isles. In the second round British Isles meet the winner of Japan vs.81 words
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Article192 1922-03-23 186 I-ondon, March sth. Rumours and counter-rumours with reft rente to the Grand National have set th- market jazzing to such an extent that bickers are afraid to plunge. Southampton is wrapped m mystery ow.ng to trainer Gore's warning that he n.ay not start on account of his youth.192 words
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Article134 1922-03-23 186 T London, March Bth. Tne following is the latest betting on £c Lincoln handicap .-Monarch and 100 to 8; Roman Bache d Acl, re and Procounsul, 20 to 1; Blaekgovvn' Highlander. VivaMi \i„ >>"»«, Vara- and wmr, .5 to j; Volunteer, 28 to 1. TUB GRAND134 words
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Article183 1922-03-23 186 The Pinang Gaxette states:- A Straits --tte Extraordinary giyea thc )J™* tl c gentlemen who have received commissions m the S. S. Volunteer Force R WW issued on Saturday, but our copy has not yet reached us- -presumably owing to ■ome unavoidable delay. The Pciee has been m183 words
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Article797 1922-03-23 186 The Ipoh Office of the R.G.A. has been dosed m order that the Association's Scientific Officers may comccmtrate to a greater extent than hitherto on scientific research work. Among the passengers who returned to the Straits by the Kalyan were Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Ayre,797 words
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Article297 1922-03-23 186 r KIDNAPPING CHARGE. The second Singa p< re Assizes for entered upon their second week yesterday the Chief Justice. Sir Walter S. Shaw* Wan Yong was indicted on two chai of robbery, found guilty, and sentenced 4 years and 5 years rigorous imprisonment, the sentences to run concurrently.297 words
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383 1922-03-23 186 There was a very interested attendance, including the local medical fraternity iv strong force, at the V.M.C.A. yesterday evening, to hear what Dr. Wu Lien Teh. the great plague specialist of Harbin, had to say on the subject to which he has devoted383 words
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Article94 1922-03-23 186 At the end of December the Strait. Currency Notes m circulation amounted to 84 4 million dollars. In the con portio.i of the reserve are three million go.d m England and £328,251 m the Colony. The legal tender In the Fund was $708,000 m coin of 900 fineness;94 words
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Article15 1922-03-23 186 Dr. J. S. Rose, Municipal Health Officer, Penang, returned from long leave by the Kalyan.15 words
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Article741 1922-03-23 187 THE HON. MR. SONG ONG SIANG HONOURED. On Saturday afternoon, the 18th instant, the residence of Rev. W. Murray, at No. 1, Li stead Road, was tha scene of an "At Home" gi\en by the members of the Prinsep Street Church, the Chinese Christian Association, the Straits741 words
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Article46 1922-03-23 187 The hon'ble Mr. W. George Maxwell, C.M.G., Chief Secretary, F.M.S. was m Singapore yesterday. Permission was given by Mr. Justice Barrett-Lennard m the Supreme Court yesterday, for the Ahagoff case, which has been the subject of considerable litigation here to be placed before the Privy Council.46 words
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Article237 1922-03-23 187 It is with much regret that we record the death of Mr. C. R. Brander, which took place at the General Hospital, Singapore, yesterday. lt will be remembered that whilst visiting the Titi Tin mine on Feb. Ist. ha slipped and fell a distance237 words
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224 1922-03-23 187 At mid-day on Saturday, a very pleasant ceremony took place m the office of the Wharf Accounts Department, Singapore Harbour Board, when, m view of his approaching departure from the Colony on retirement from the Board's service, an address was read to Mr. W.224 words
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Article293 1922-03-23 187 One Company m Ipoh. A hundred rank and file of the 2nd Battalion Middlesex Regiment stationed m Singapore reached Ipoh, says Saturday's Times of Malaya, after completing the latter stages of their journey by route march. Having travelled as far as Temoh by train the company293 words
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Article688 1922-03-23 187 THE M.B.E. (From Our Own Correspondent). Johore Bahru, Mar. 20th. A final meeting of the Johore Committee was held on Thursday 16th. The Hon. Dato Abdu.lah bin Jaafar's suggestion that "Kompang" players be included m the entertainments section was approved and Johore will therefore send 100 players. This688 words
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Article94 1922-03-23 187 Th.- Municipal Health returns show for the week ended March 11th 218 deaths, 156 males and 62 females, compared with 195 last week and 221 the corresponding week of last year. There were 25 cases of sma4l-pox reported and tour deaths. Phthisis accounted for 38 deaths and beriberi94 words
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Article202 1922-03-23 187 The following is the report of the Committee of the Singapore Chamber of Commerce Rubber Association for the year 1921. The income amounted to $43,507.00 and expenditure including depreciation to $44, 580.48, leaving a deficit of $1,013.48. The accumulated fund at 31st of December, 1921, stands at202 words
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Article208 1922-03-23 187 Th c fifteenth annual report of the Directors of the Sze Hai Tong Banking and Insurance Co., Ltd., to the shareholders for the year ended Dec. 31st. last states:— The net profit for the year as shown by the profit and loss account amounted to208 words
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Article206 1922-03-23 187 Singapore, Mar. 20. Tin.— so tons sold $73.75. Rubbers. -Still dull, with very little interest being shown. Mining. Weak. Taipings 67 V 2 72 Vs, North Taipings 85 90, South Taipings 37 V-. 42 1,, Nawng Pets 47% 52 Vi, Rawangs 47 1 52^2, Collieries $11.50 $12. Industrials.—206 words
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Article123 1922-03-23 187 Singapore, Mar. 20. Tin.— s73%. 50 tons sold. Rubbers.— Allenbys 12 M- 15, Bassetts 55 60, Craigieleas 50 55, Mentakabs 10 12 s_».5 Mines.— Hitams $1.10 $1.15, Jelantohs S7H 40, Johans 65 70, Kampong Kamuntings 31s. 325. cum div., Norths 87 Vi 92 V_, Petalings 65123 words
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Article360 1922-03-23 188 On the application of Mr. Johannes to Mr. Dawson, Third Magistrate, yesterday, an order was made for the return of jewellery to the value of $600 to the wife of Yeo Choo Sam, the prisoner who escaped from the Torilla stone time ago. Mr. Mountstephens, third360 words
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Article95 1922-03-23 188 Two cases were mentioned before Mr. Justice Barrett-Lennard m the Supreme Court yesterday morning, as having been settled by consent. In the first case, m which E. D. Money sued the Straits Motor Garage, Mr. Dickinson stated that a settlement had been arrived at and judgment95 words
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Article125 1922-03-23 188 The whole of yesterday's proceedings at the Second Singapore Assizes were occupied by the trial of Pea Keng on a charge of attempted murder. According to Major Whitley, prosecuting, the complainant was a coolie employed by the accused at a shop m Upper Serangoon road. On October 10th125 words
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Article41 1922-03-23 188 H. H. the Sultan of Kelantan, accompanied by his brother, the Rajah of Kelantan, by the Dowager Sultana, and suite arrived at Singapore by train on Sunday morning and are m residence at No. 107 Selegie Road.41 words
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Article102 1922-03-23 188 The action m which Messrs. M. S. Martin and Co. claim $24,291 from Ban Joo Heng m respect of breach of contracts for the supply of gambier was disposed of m the Supreme Court yesterday by Mr. Justice Barrett-L nnartl. evidence being given by Loo Chin102 words
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361 1922-03-23 188 In the presence of -a large and representative gathering, the funeral took plsce yesterday evening at Bidadan cemetery of the late Mr. C. R. Brander, whose death occurred at the Singapore General Hospital on Monday evening. A motor hearse, covered with beautiful wreaths,361 words
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Article418 1922-03-23 188 lhe seventeenth annual general meeting of the Hotel Van Wijk sma held m the registered offices of the company, Chartered Bank Chambers at noon yesterday, presided over by Mr. J. C. Koopman. Others present were Messrs. J. H. Leopold, K. Siffels, and O. R. S. Bateman418 words
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Article29 1922-03-23 188 Our Penary -wn, llt wireB Sun*™ Patam m connection with the murder of Mr. Smart. Government Sur v*yor the Aaaeesors considered "hTt tfere" 22? c tnal of c p~-29 words
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Article1147 1922-03-23 188 The handicaps for the first day of the Prince's meeting have called forth the inevitable grumbles, on the part cf those who see their fond hopes of getting m at a nice weight blasted. This however is usual and no handicapper ever .xpects to escape somebody's dissatisfaction. What1,147 words
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Article198 1922-03-23 188 Civil proceedings which originated m i««ui» had a sequel m the Supreme Court yester day morning, when Mr. Upcott, on behalf of Mr. Manasseh .Meyer, brought a claim before Mr. Justice Barrett-Lennard sgainst Mr. William Dunman, Mr. Nassim Reuben and V. D. Rahman Chitty, represented b|198 words
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Article164 1922-03-23 188 The Gazette contains the text of sererul bills shortly to be introduced into the Legislative Council. Amending the Merchants Shipping Bill, the appointment of a Deputy General Surveyor of Shipping will be legalised. A second amendment enables masters and engineers of British localtrade ships of between 25 and164 words
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Article158 1922-03-23 188 The following Singapore Pro pert es etc: were disposed of by auction by Estate and Trust Agencies Ltd. at their Sale room on the 20th instant:— Land m Jamentah, Muar, area 14 acres and 36 poles, planted with over 2,000 rubber trees, bought by Mr. Tan Thin Cheow158 words
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Article429 1922-03-23 189 T1.3 following is the twelfth yearly report f the directors to the shareholders of the shove company, to be presented at the annual meeting on March 28, at noon, c. Messrs Derrick and Company's office. Your Directcrs herewith submit their Report aid Statement of Accounts for the429 words
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Article79 1922-03-23 189 ERASER'S REPOI i\ "siiTgapor.. Mar. 21. Ti*W*l4s.s. 105 tons solt $73.75. Rubbers. Dull and genera lower. Mining.— Collieries $11.75, 1 ipings 67 1 North Taipings S7 1 South .aipings 35, Nawng Pets 50, Rawangs 50, Ulu Piahs N T Harbours $9 Murais $4, T. neuis $3.2e. Industrials.-79 words
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Article82 1922-03-23 189 Singapore, Mar. 21. Hongkong 8U per cent. i Three months gold 52*)4. Share M rl hill. Rubbers nquiries. Allenbys 15, Craigieleaa Baasetts 52% 57V_, Tambalakr. 47**_ -I 1 Sandycrofts enquired for al 75. Bukit Kcpoi;g.* $2.02 li l 'ping- 65 70, Norths 85 90, 15, Nawng Pets 4582 words
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Article101 1922-03-23 189 Singapore, Mar. 21. Tia. -£145. ss. Quotations for the week from Mar. 15 tt) date Highest V:;'L. Lowest $73%, Closing "7394. ne I 10 tons sold. bys 12% 15, Craigieleas 52%, Kempas $4 $4.25. Mines.— Very little business passing and chang. s to record. Souths 30101 words
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Article496 1922-03-23 189 Mr. R. M. Williams, accompanied by Mrs. WiIUtUM and Master Williiams, leave for Home to-day by the Egra, picking up a boat at Rangoon. A number of well known people m Singapore are now undertaking, via Burma, what was facetiously called the Begin year.-, ago. Two496 words
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Article128 1922-03-23 189 We regret to hear that a telegram has been received from Malacca, stating that Dr. John Harrison. M. I>., M.. died at Malacca on Tuesdsy morning, of erysipelas of the h ad. I>r. Harrison's fatal illness must have been extremely brief, for at the end128 words
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Article84 1922-03-23 189 London, Mar. 1 I. A sensational society turf case concluded at the Old Bailey to-day. when Captain Owen Peel was sentenced to twelve months' imprisonment n the second division for obtainin- money from bookmakers by forged telegrams, making bets on "Paragon" m th^Duk. cf York Stakes at84 words
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Article77 1922-03-23 189 An attempt is being made to get down the olds, ear m Malaya, a steam car which was shown m Singapore m 1901, ami which bears the number F.M.S. 1, m order to exhibit it m the Exhibition. An effective method of exhibiting it would be77 words
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Article887 1922-03-23 189 ACCUSED AT THE ASSIZES. The trial of George William Conns, the Eurasian draughtsman employed by the Municipality, on a charge of murdering his Tamil mistress, Susie Gomes, and his son, Robert Gomes, commenced yesterda} mornIns n A the Second Singapore Assizes, before fh_ Thief Justice. Sir Walter887 words
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Article116 1922-03-23 189 YESTERDAY'S RUBBER AUCTION. The Singapore Chamber of Commerce held its 543 rd auction yesterday when there was catalogued 1,776,198 lbs. tons; Offered *****313 Ihs, 621 t ns; i sd Sold 179,865 lbs. 527 tons. PRICES REALIZED. Ribbed Smoked Sheet. Singapore Standard Quality 2b* 26 (4 lots I*ll116 words
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Article195 1922-03-23 189 Singapore, March 21. Business during ths past week has been fairly steady, the chief feature being the large turnover m Government Loans. Tin at £145.5.0 shows a rise of 7s. 6d over the week, but business m shares has ben negligible. Rubber is again slightly lower at195 words
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Article349 1922-03-23 189 Singapore. Mar. 22. The share market closes quiet after moderate business at reduced values. Rubber is quiet at 26 1 to 27 tents whilst tin closer at £142 12s. 6d. a net tram of 7f- 6d. over the week. Hubber shares. The turnover hfas been small, buyers349 words
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Article62 1922-03-23 189 Judgment will probably be p c: unced this morning m the action brought before Mr. Justice Barrett-Lennard m the Supreme Court, m which Mr. W. Maaa claims 12 000 from Mr. Malcolm Beranger, and Mr. Beranger counter-claims for $MMMM) m respect of alleged breach of oil contracts, ihe hearing entered62 words
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Article82 1922-03-23 190 (From Our Own Correspondent.) Kuala Lumpur, Mar. 22. At the New Serendah Rubber Company's twelfth annual meeting, Mr. J. A. Russell, who presided, said that the loss on the year was $19,765. Liquid investments, and cash at bankers amounted to $72,000. It was estimated that if82 words
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Article208 1922-03-23 190 SEEING THE PRINCB. To the Editor. Sir, After reading m your issue of to-day the reception to H.R.H. at Coiombo where the procession traversed frcm five to seven miles, one is inclined to wonder whether the two miles mapped out m Singapore will be sufficient for208 words
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Article108 1922-03-23 190 A general meeting of the New Indragiri Plantations Limited was held at noon yesterday at the registered offices of the company, French Bank Buildings, to receive the liquidator's report, these being present Major Thompson, Messrs. Tan Kheam Hock, H. B. Ward, and S. Whittaker (liquidator) Evatt and108 words
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Article140 1922-03-23 190 Lewis and Peat's Report and Statistics. This is a valuable record of the markets of plantation and wild para during the year. On one side is the Review c\f the year, on the other a picture of the market m Mincing Lane, with charts showing the market's140 words
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Article81 1922-03-23 190 Singapore, Mar. 22. Tin.— £l44. 17s. 6d. $73%. 50 tons soid. Rubbers. Allenbys 12% 15, Craigieleas 47% 52%, Kempas $4 $4.25. Mines. Souths 27% 32%, Taipings 67% 72%, Norths €5 90, Nawng Pets 47% 52%, Renongs 20s. 215., Jelantoh A 9S $1.06. Johans 60 65, Collieries81 words
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Article111 1922-03-23 190 MACPH AIL'S REPORT. Singapore, Mar. 22. Silver 33*4. Hongkong 9U per cent, premium. Three months' gold 52%. Share Market.— Dull. Rubbers. Few enquiries. Allenbys 15, Craigieleas 40 50, Bassetts 52 V 2 57 V_, Tambalaks 47M» HH, Sandycrofts enquired for at 75, Bukit Kepongs $2.02%. Tins.— Taipings 67% 72%, Norths111 words
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Article6122 1922-03-23 190 [Reuter's Service.] London, Mar. 14. In the House of Lords, whose crowded galleries were thronged with Peeresses and Members of Parliament, Viscount Curzon, m a voice shaking with indignation, said he thought he, as the Foreign Secretary who was about to discuss the Eastern question m Paris, was the6,122 words
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Article2255 1922-03-23 192 [Reuter's Service] London, Mar. 13. Political circles m Paris are disposed to view tragically America's demand fcr payment of the cost of occupation, pointing out that the demand will absorb practically the whole milliard marks on reparations account, which the Allies have just succeeded m apportioning among themselves. Correspondents2,255 words
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