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Title Section21 1925-02-18 97 THE Singapore Free Press AND MERCANTILE ADVERTISER. WEEKLY MAIL EDITION. THIRD SERIES THE SINGAPORE FREE PRESS, FEBRUARY 18, 1925. NO. 1959.21 words
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Article178 1925-02-18 97 I EAbERS. The Piracy Scandal 97 lit R*l r Ship 97 An Old Controversy 08 Prcj'reys at Geneva 98 Tfce Leipzig Trial 98 St Paul's Cathedra! Fund 98 Safety or Protection? 98 Comment of the Week 98 Thf Prai Question 99 POLICE AND COURT NEWS. A Building Suit 99178 words
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Article183 1925-02-18 97 February 16. 7 r > Tons $135.00 Gambier 25.00 I White 39.50 per Black 20.50 Im Tapioca 7.50 S.ko Small 8.50 Oamm 11.30 H Sundried 11.60 ii.. n r™,. i IT ,t. 4.000 ice. Lianj? Hin Chan Maik Blue Eagle (Old) 375 Liang Hin Chan Mark K*d Lagle (New)183 words
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DOMESTIC OCCURRENCES.
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Article46 1925-02-18 97 u -n A o L n Februar y l<Hh, at Government Hill, Singapore, to Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Hall a daughter. ADAM.— On 10th February at Drumpark Nursing Home, Bridge of Allan, Scotland, Frank Adam, formerly Managing Director of The Straits Trading Co., Ltd.46 words
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Article63 1925-02-18 97 PYPE-YAZ —At the Church of the Assumption, Punang, on February 9, by the Rev. Father A. Devals, Willem Pype, of the s.s. Swaerdeeroon, and May Evelyn, sixth daughter of Capt. P. Vaz, of Penang. HOWKLL-THOMPSON.— At the Cathedral of Th« Good Shepherd, on Saturday, the 14th February, 1925, Lieut.63 words
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Article27 1925-02-18 97 WEARNE-EASTON. -On Feb. !4th., 1900, at St. Johns Church of England, Fremantle, West Australia, Charles F. F. Wearnt to Selinn S. Easton. Archdeacon Watkins officiating.27 words
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Obituary67 1925-02-18 97 PEARSE.— On the 12th instant, at Batavia, Ben Pearse, late of Singapore. SHELLEY-THOMPSON.-- Jan. 17, at W«st-cliff-on-Sea, A. J. Shelley- Thompson, Barrister-at-Law, Advocate and Solicitor, of the StraiU Settlements and Johore. CHAMARETTE -At 133 Rangoon Road at 6.30 p.m. on Feb. 16th. 1925, EuUlia Maria Collaco, aged 43, dearly67 words
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Article337 1925-02-18 97 On Friday, Feb. loth, dates to Jan. 22nd were brought by the mail which arrived here from home. This weekly leaves b> the B. I. Tara to-day. Much regret has been expressed on receipt of the news this week of the death at home of Mr. Frank337 words
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Article63 1925-02-18 97 February 16. Bank 4 m.s. £|4 5.32 Bank demand 2 4 1-16 Private credits 3 m.s. 2 |4 $-16 New York, demand 5514 Credits 90 days 57% France, demand 990 India, T.T. 154% Hongkong, demand p.c. Prem. Yokohama, demand 141% Java, demand 139*4 Bangkok, demand 79 H Sovermrn. Bank63 words
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Article731 1925-02-18 97 Feb. 11. We do not find it as easy as some people do to lay down exactly who is to blame for the condition of affairs which has arisen owing to the ex1 tension of piracy in Chinese waters, j but it is quite obvious that a731 words
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Article412 1925-02-18 97 Feb. 12. The Berlin cable of Tuesday describing the experiences of the Flettner Rotor ship, very materially bears out the points we referred to in our leader the other day when the report of the H.A.L. having ordered a fleet of these vessels was commented upon. The412 words
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Page 97 Advertisements
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Advertisement140 1925-02-18 97 Subscribers to the "Singapore Piee Pre^s" vwftlf returning from Europe to th Strait! 19 any of the rr.ul lines. »r e invited to send ■he Manager the name of their steamer and ata of arrival in Singapore. Copies will theo mai.ed to meet them at various pcYu* of call Subscribers140 words
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Article493 1925-02-18 98 Feb. 13. Now that the dispute on high principles has come to an end, the Opium Conference at Geneva has at la>t accomplished something useful. The draft convention and protocol dealing with the gradual restriction and elimination of the abuse of the drug, has been signed by493 words
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Article413 1925-02-18 98 The Malay Mail, discussing the mild agitation which is going on in Ceylon in favour of the introduction of a Daylight Saving Ordinance, favours a consideration of a similar measure for Malaya. This subject was very thoroughly threshed out here during the war, when definite proposals were413 words
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Article354 1925-02-18 98 The revelations at the trial of Communists at Leipzig are probably in the main more or less correct, and they go to show that Bolshevism, which is the militant and extreme i'orm of Communism, is still trying to increase its power by plotting in other countries. The354 words
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Article511 1925-02-18 98 Feb. 14. We have been asked, in connection with statements which have appeared in some Home papers and the appeal which has been published locally, whether there is really such urgency about the call for funds for the restoration of St. Paul's Cathedral as has been511 words
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Article359 1925-02-18 98 Safety or Protection The Government is to fight the first serious battle of what most people hope will be a long campaign, when the Liberal and Labour motions in reference to the Safeguarding of Industries proposals are brought up. Whilst there is no conceivable probability of the Government suffering defeat359 words
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Article747 1925-02-18 98 Feb. 16. Having defeated Mr. Ghandi ll the Congress and apparently wipri that remarkable leader out of tence. the Swaraj Party is now steadily and possibly, in the end, successfully, reducing government by Legislative Council in India t<> I farce. There have been successive defeats of747 words
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Article698 1925-02-18 99 Feb. 17. When Mr. Anthony went Home he to the care of Malaya two very handsome white elephants, one being he Prai dock scheme and the other he Kelantan railway. Anyone who has seen the latter engineering feat across the most difficult lountiy and through uninhabited •ifch698 words
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Article198 1925-02-18 99 Dr. H. P. Hacker, Malaria Research Officer, F.M.S., is due nack from leave shortly. While at Home he has added the Diploma in Tropical Medicine to his other qualifications. A cable received on Saturday by the Yik Khuan Poh, Kuala Lumpur, regarding Dr. Sun Yat Sen's condition, states that theM.M. - 198 words
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Article823 1925-02-18 99 ENGLAND'S BEST. RAIN STOPS PLAY. I[Reuter's Service.] Melbourne, Feb. 13. The fourth Test Match opened here to-day in perfect weather and before 12,000 spectators. The wicket was perfect. England batted first and at the close oi play had scored 282 for tha loss of tw> wickets. Play823 words
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FOOTBALL.
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Article501 1925-02-18 99 I S.C.C footballers tool; a step in the right lection, towards the healing of the breach tween th- Chinese and S.F.A., when, at e conclusion of the ordinary business for hich their meeting had been convened Jsterday evening, they empowered the captain and the vice-captain to501 words
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Article85 1925-02-18 99 (From Our Own Correspondent). Kuala LumPur, Feb. 16. Teams representing the Selangor Golf Club, Kampong Kuantan, Ipoh and Negri Sembikn, met in a Mrfes of lawn tennis matches at Kuala Lumpur this week-end, Kampong Kuantan achieving the best results. An informal meeting, pri-sided over by Sir W.85 words
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Article87 1925-02-18 99 (From Our Own Correspondent). Kuala Lumpur, Feb. 16. On a sodden ground and with a greasy ball the Y. M. C. A. on Saturday beat Seremban All Blues at Rugby by nine points to nil. This is the first time that two Asiatic teams have met87 words
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Article28 1925-02-18 99 [Reuter*s Service.] New York, Feb. 15. Nurmi has accomplished what many sportsmen considered to be impossible by running two miles in 8 mins. 58 1-5 sees.28 words
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Article970 1925-02-18 100 On one visit to Singapore we were asked by Dr. Hanitsch to bring next time a nice fat frog for his class to dissect. That did not come off, and, truth to say, keen as one may be en the lighter side of Natural History, the taking of life970 words
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Article693 1925-02-18 100 CLAIM FOR ALLEGED DAMAGE. Drains in Orchard Road. Cracks which appeared in the walls of the Singapore Cold Storage building in Orchard-road during the construction of a Sewer along Orchard-road and Cuppageroad last year, were discussed in the District Court yesterday, when Mr. P. F. David had693 words
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Article136 1925-02-18 100 The w.'lding took plact at. St. George'* Thurch, Penansr, the Rev. Kenpel Gamier officiating, of Mr. Charles Florentinus and Miss Marie Zijm.c>rs r both of Pengkalan Brandan, Sumatra. The bride was given away by Lieut. C. S. Boyle and there was a reception afterwards at 32, Leith-street. At the Drill136 words
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BEFORE THE MAIL.
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Article212 1925-02-18 100 London, Jan. 28. Demanding the dismissal of one nonUnionist, 900 electricians, stokers and liftmen and oth«r members of eight Unions employed in Government buildings struck work yesterday. Volunteers maintained the heating ararrangements in the Law Courts, Museums and Government Offices, which were principally affected. Buckingham Palace212 words
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Article95 1925-02-18 100 London, Jan. 29. Significant developments in Labour journalism are reported in an appeal signed, among others, by Mr. Tom Mann, Mr. Saklatvala, and Mr. A. J. Cook, and addressed to Labour sympathisers^ for a fund to start a Sunday newspaper, presumably serving the interests of the95 words
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Article135 1925-02-18 100 Leafield, Jan. 27. It appeara that the solar eclipse last Saturday undoubtedly had an effect on the reception of wire! is signals. Experts of the British Broadcasting Company have been studying reports sent in by listeners and officials. The Company slates that, although round London reception135 words
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Article65 1925-02-18 100 Riga, Jan. 17. A number of young r Russian poets and writers have petitioned the Council of the People's Commissars urging that their position is unbearable, .as they are not allowed to show individuality in thtir work, v hich is censored by illiterate Communists. The65 words
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Article32 1925-02-18 100 London, Jan. 18. Forecasting in connection with the Imperial Budget has begun. The newspapers arc predicting variously reductions of Irom sixpence to one shilling in the income tax.32 words
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Article202 1925-02-18 100 Dramatic Story of Arrests. Ijondon, Feb. 4. Fresh details of the arrest of the two suspects in connection with the murder of the late Sirdar are now furnished. Travellers who have arrived from Burgelaran state that a British Officer belonging to the Frontier Districts Administration,202 words
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Article28 1925-02-18 100 Col. F. R. W. Graham, D.S.O. M.C., Commandant, M.S.V.R., will be severing his connection with the regiment in March and will be sailing: for Home on, the Malwa.28 words
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Article262 1925-02-18 100 Appeal for Funds to Preserve National Memorial. The following donations have been received: Previously acknowledged $2:j.:>04 The Hon. Mr. E. C. H. Wolff and Mrs. Wolff Mr. H. R. Gordon Mr. R. Boyd Dr. G. S. Glass Mr. W. R. C. Gray Cheques should be made out262 words
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Article201 1925-02-18 100 Tho report of tht Court of Dired the Honpkonpr and Shanghai Bttkfa poration for the year endinsr DtCtnWr It. 1924, state?: The net profits f<-r including- $3.379.314.4.". balano I forward from last account, after all charges, deducting interest p*M due, making provision for had and <201 words
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Article148 1925-02-18 100 Savoy Concert Picked I p Mr. W, Wade Gery. of Goor< Group, Nawalapitiya, writes to f he of Ceylon of Jan. 29th: Radio enth have been anxiously looking forward the time when the English BNMtti will hpicked up clearly and rejrularly. D st rations which were carried148 words
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Article163 1925-02-18 100 We gather that the new Aetinu Ti; Manager, F.M.S. Railways, who ji arrive by the Mantua, is a Mr. H. \V. I kins, whose experience included sex years' service with the L.N.W. K and, during: the war, with the Army I* way Transport Department.- M.M. The Chee Swee Chenp JuniorM.M. - 163 words
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Article694 1925-02-18 101 The F.M.S. Government has contributed a sum of $2,142.57 towards the Imperial Institute funds. Mr. W. Laurie, Assistant Enfcinewr, I\\\.L>., F.M.S., has been seconded for service in the State of Johore. Mr. H. R. Carey, European Master, has been appointed to act as Assistant Master, Malay694 words
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Article48 1925-02-18 101 f« Ilowinjr donations have been reteived: Pr^ vi. y acknowledged $22,961.50 Mr. W. H. Macgregor 100 Mr. H. W. Rickard 20 Mr. Cummins: 10 hequt.M should be made out in favour "f Saint Paul's Restoration Fund and addressed to Reuter's Agent. 11 Collyer Quay. Singapore.48 words
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Article349 1925-02-18 101 ARMING THE VESSELS. The K.P.M. steamers Van Overstraten and Van Cloon have been fitted with barbed vire entanglements and iron rails as barriers to the approaches to the promenace c.ecks, bridge and boat decks. The idea is to modify the risk of the ships be i tig349 words
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Article251 1925-02-18 101 Changes of High Officials Expected (By Courtesy of the Nanyo XichiNichi Shimbunsha.) Tokio, Feb. 9. In consequence of the resignation of Viscoi nt Hirata, Lord Keeper of the Seal, changes among high officials are unavoidable. The Jiji forecasts that Baron Hayashi. Ambassador at London, succeeds Baron Saitoh as251 words
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Article240 1925-02-18 101 A large force of Police mustered on Empress free jrestercbty norning, when an inspection was held by the hon'Mi Mr. G. C. Denham 1.G.P." The pasadc was in honour of Mr. C. Hannigan. ll te C.P.0., who leav s to take v*p his new appointment as Commissioner240 words
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Article1673 1925-02-18 101 The freights question in the Turf Club has now entered upon a new stage because the Committee has put before mcmbjrs the whole facts bearing on the situation. Th3 matter can, in consequence, be discussed and analysed by all members on an equal basis. We have no dorbt1,673 words
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Article112 1925-02-18 101 The following action was taken at a meeting- of Municipal Committee No. 2 held on Feb. 6th:— Recommended tho appointment of two additional Asiatic Health Visitors. Decided that licence for a private market at Paya Lebar, Upper Serangoon Road, should not be granted. Approved the appointment of Mrs.112 words
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Article46 1925-02-18 101 Mr. F. Salzmann returned from Home leave last week and has resumed charge of Messrs. Allen and iGledhil], Malacca. Mr. J. de F. Thompson, who has acted for Mr. Salzmann, will be returning to Messrs. Allen and Gledhill, Singapore, durinc the course of the week.- M.O.M.O. - 46 words
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THE M.C.C. TOUR.
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Article119 1925-02-18 102 Fine Bowling Feats. [Reuter's Service.] Melbourne, Feb. 10. The match between Victoria and the M.C.C. was resumed here this morning, Victoria having scored fourteen overnight for the loss of ?ix wickets. Little success attended their further efforts and the remaining four wickets fell for the addition of119 words
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Article16 1925-02-18 102 [Reuter's Service.] Johannesburg, Feb. 10. Steady rain fell to-day and the match waj abandoned.16 words
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Article83 1925-02-18 102 [Reuter's Service.] Johannesburg, Feb. 9. The fourth unofficial Test Match was continued to-day in oppressive weather, the attendance being small. The wicket was fast. Play was interrupted owing to rain. Mr. Joel's team were all out for 164, Nnpen taking five wickets for 51. South Africa83 words
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Article44 1925-02-18 102 [Reuter's Service.] London. Feb. 9. In the Second Division of the English League Fulham beat Hull by four goals to nil. London. Feb. 9. In the F. A. Cup replay Blackburn defeated Portsmouth by one goal to nil at Highbury.44 words
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Article232 1925-02-18 102 Hinh Scoring at Kuala Lumpur. The Kuala Lumpur range was ;he scene of some very /rood rifle-shooting on Sunday, when Mr. F. L- Harding made scores of 4G and 43 oct of a possible r f > at 000 and 1,000 yards respectively. These BCOret were ma(ic under232 words
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Article204 1925-02-18 102 London, Jan. 29. The National Rifle Association has issued a report showing the results of the Imperial Challenge Shield competitions, for which 622 units, representing 16,786 boys, competed. Of these 3,847 were from Great Britain, 2,467 from Australia, 2,142 from Canada, 3,659 from New Zealand, 4,381 from204 words
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Article221 1925-02-18 102 Mr. H. F. Waters, executive engineer, Kinta, has gone to India on a month's leave. The hon'ble Mr. W. Campbell has returned from his visit to Borneo. The expenses, incurred by Government, in connection with Co-operative Societies, now total $28,200. Mr. Hastings Rhodes, who had been221 words
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Article132 1925-02-18 102 The following are the guests of His Excellency and Lady Gniltanaid: MajorGeneral Sir John and Lady Fowler and the Misses Fowler, Commander H. C. Rawlings, Gioup Commander Tomkinson. The following had the honour of dining with His Excellency the Governor and Lady Guillemar j at Government on Wednesday,132 words
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Article124 1925-02-18 102 Previous to resuming their deliberations yesterday the delegates to the International Health Conference, which i« now drawing to a close, witnessed an interesting demonstration of the efficacy of cyanogen chloride a* a fumigant. The demonstration was given by Dr. H. F. Smith, the American delegate from the124 words
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Article110 1925-02-18 102 IJurcau of Asian Affairs. 1 (By Courtesy of the Nanyo NichiNichi Shimbunsha.) Tokio, Feb. 10. The Foreign Ministry has appointed Mr. Eichi Kimura as director of the Asian Affairs. Japan's Naval Mishap. Eleven sailors belonging to the cruiser Idzumo, of the Japanese Training Squadron, are reported to have110 words
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Article62 1925-02-18 102 Appeal for Funds to Preserve National Memorial. The following donations have b-en to ceived: Previously acknowledged $23 091 50 The Hon. Mr. H. V. Towner 9'" Mr. A. P. Robinson m Mr. J. T. N. Handy 10 Mrs. Stephen Anthony 25 Cheques should be made out in62 words
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Article960 1925-02-18 102 JOCK - JOCK "Reading mrketh a full man." Bacon. A wandering" American, in a London restaurant, ordered chicken soup, and, having tasted it, laid down >*s spoon and called the waiter. 'S°y," quoth ho, '-jest take this soup bac 1 "> the kitchen, n' let that chicken wade through it960 words
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Article290 1925-02-18 102 THE LATE MR. FRANK ADAM. The news of the death h Nursing Hone, Bridge of Allan, ruary the 10th, of Mr. Frank A-:;u Straits Trading Company, wi:. j n uy with deep regret by a very wide friends and acquaintances fa Adam who came out originally .i a had been290 words
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Article134 1925-02-18 102 The Honpkonjr Bank receive] yesterday cf the death, on Feb. Hfc, f Mr. J. C. Xirhoisn:\ Mr. Kicholson \\a< the Company's ajrent for several B«t::via and was ajrent in Sinpap»>rt fi< m 1901 to 1906. when he was succeeded Mr. G. W. Butt. He134 words
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Article182 1925-02-18 102 Damage Estimated at $40.*0<>. A fire broke out in Suntrei Way ci in the early hours of M->ru!ay BMttii burnt its way through a block of tea h causintr damafre estimated at approximate $40,000. The village is close to Sunjroi Way Es tate, the man: -^crM.M. - 182 words
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Article157 1925-02-18 102 In Days Gone By. Mr. Eric Macfadyen writes Planter:— Sir, In the interesting history ing contributed to your December nu: the writer wonders how many tree? a < tapped in 1904. In 1904 the late Frank Stephen. Jel employed entirely Malay tapper-:. TW was a "full herring:157 words
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Article1697 1925-02-18 103 VA LI E OF THE SAILING DIRECTIONS. Musi-, r's Unusual Contention. In -pcring the enquiry into the circum- stanii- »u"n'. >i,£ the standing on Tree lslan», fen <i\ys a«o of tl»e steamer Benvunmch, Mr. Seth, Solicitor-General, submitte 1 i«>: the jonsi.ierat on i the Court that the1,697 words
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Article129 1925-02-18 103 Stand Against Bolshevism. Sydney, Jan. *>. A meeting of the executive of the R.S.E.I.L.A. last night carried a motion, calling upon the Federal and State Governments to take such action as will protect the citizens and industries of the Commonwealth against Bolshevistic and Communistic activities which are129 words
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR.
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78 1925-02-18 103 SINGAPORE TURF CLUB.— FREIGHTS. To the Editor. Dear Sir, I am instructed by my Committee to inform you that the circulars on the above question have been despatched to all ordinary members on the books of this Club. Should any ordinary member not have received a copy of the circular,78 words
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Letter36 1925-02-18 103 To the Editor. Sir, The proper title should be "Harbour Master" or "Port ?/laster." "Master Attendant" cannot be correct, as the word attendant means "accompanying" or "immediately following' etc. Yours, etc., H. W. H.36 words
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Letter170 1925-02-18 103 To the Editor. I read with interest your notes on this vexed question. I really think you are too pessimistic as to the future of racing in Singapore. While F.M.S. owners do help Singapore in the matter of supplementing lo«al entries why should they be170 words
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Article434 1925-02-18 103 Possibility of Outside Entries. Whether or not cur sporting notes on the 1 result of a possible non-freight decision were as pessimistic as our freight correspondent makes out, his remarks certainly bring forward a new and interesting point. Racegoers here will remember the success which attended the string434 words
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Article75 1925-02-18 103 It was stated in Liverpool on Jan. 30 that Government were prepared to make a grant wh ch will be equivalent to 75 per cent of the capital outlay of £4,750,000 for the actual construction of a tunnei beneath the Mersey river to link Liverpool with Cheshire. Four Merseyside Corporations75 words
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Article812 1925-02-18 103 NO SURPRISES IN RUGBY. Soccer Leaders Out of Step. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Edinburgh, Jan- 14. The Rugby matches in Scotland resulted pretty much as anticipated. Glasgow Academicals, Heriot's, West of Scotland, and Glasgow High School F. P.'s all won their matches comfortably. Any hopes which Edinburgh Wanderers812 words
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Article24 1925-02-18 103 A vote of Rs. 9.000 was sanctioned at a recent meeting of the Ceylon Legislative Council for equipment for broadcastingfrom the Government Wireless Station24 words
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442 1925-02-18 104 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 1925. FAR EASTERN HEALTH. CLOSING STAGES OF CONFERENCE. A Great Success. The conference of international delegates met together in Singapore under the auspices of the League of Nations to consider the question of the establishment in Singapore of an epidemiological bureau has been sitting throughout the past442 words
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Article155 1925-02-18 104 The report of th? above Association for the year 1924 ttatefl that during the year Mrs. J. D. Saunders went home and so far her place as Vice-President has not been rilled. Mis. Linton, Mrs. Kemp and Mrs. Ker rt signed and the vacant places were filled155 words
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Article167 1925-02-18 104 A Possible Compromise? An extraordinary general meeting of Malayan Collieries, Ltd., has been called for Feb. 20, for the purpose of considering (and if thought fit passing:) a resolution approving- an agreement dated Feb. 6, 1925, made between the Company and Mr. J. A. Russell; and Messrs. J.M.M. - 167 words
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR.
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Letter395 1925-02-18 104 To the Editor. Sir, Kindly allow me through your columns to inform rhareholders of Malayan Collierfcs, Ltd., that, in my opinion, they will best serve the interests of the company by voting against the resolution to be proposed at the meeting called for the I 20th inst; and395 words
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Letter91 1925-02-18 104 To the Editor. Sir, As a constant user of the telephone, I cm frequently informed when asking for a number that it has been changed. Can you ascertain, sir, why no addenda If supplied to subscribers when numbers are changed Is the Company too lackadaisical to ke'.'p91 words
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Article282 1925-02-18 104 Dr. Wire's Great Work. We believe, says the Malay Mail, it was £ir George Maxwell who started the idea of Infant Welfare work in Kuala Lumpur. He has certainly taken the greatest interest in the movement, and done much to help en the pood work. The building282 words
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Article697 1925-02-18 104 B.B. MILNE - B. B. MILNE It was my youngest nephew who asked about Saint Valentine. Someone, his nurie, i per hap?, had supplied information which j his mind found itself unable to digest. Was Saint Valentine the same as Santa i Claus? j Not exactly. Did one hangr up one's697 words
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Article117 1925-02-18 104 DROWNED IN A DR AIN. A Chinese school-boy, who was on his way home after leaving the Gian Eng Seng School in Cecil Street £t 1 o'clock yesterday afternoon, fell into the deep drain which is undergoing: repairs, at the junction of Cecil Street, and was drowned. A companion with117 words
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Article258 1925-02-18 104 CAPTAIN AND SECOND MATF GUILTY. The finding of the Court of Enquiry which sat throughout Wednesday t« sider the circumstances attending stranding of the British steamer Ben' noch on Tree Island at the end of l ast month was as follows: The vrsc! w a properly equipped and258 words
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Article243 1925-02-18 104 *"At Home" at I'cnang. On the arrival at Penang of the late! addition ta the Ho Hong fleet of steamer* the Honp Peng under the command of Captain J. McKellar the Penang agents. Messrs Chin Hin and Co., pave an A. Home" on board the ship243 words
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Article121 1925-02-18 104 Mystery of Red Maxwell Car Sohed. Bombay. Jan. 2'.*. The mystery hovering round th« Miixweli oar alleged to have be* n us<<! fy the assailants in the Malabar Hill outi;.~i t- reported to have been solved by Bombay police. It is said that on to Bombay the121 words
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Article76 1925-02-18 104 A Mystery S.O.S. The Singapore office of the Dollar H ship Lines, the owners of the Presid* Harrison, which vessel, according 1 to a liter message on Monday, had sent out <i for assistance in the neighbourhood of Ch'n (Greece), received a cable from Genoa yesterday morning-76 words
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Article41 1925-02-18 104 H.M.S. Pecrasus, the seaplane can-it-: which arrived at Singapore at the end April last year and durinjr the jrreati part of the time since then has been tioned at Singapore and Johore, leavt* Singapore for home on Saturday.41 words
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Article37 1925-02-18 104 The steaiver Paloh, which left Pnoi bound for Saijron on January 27th.. i* reported missinjr by the Consul -Genera! f. the Netherlands. Vessels are requested to keep a looi;-r; for any signs of the steamer.37 words
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Article447 1925-02-18 105 Singapore, Feb. 11. \\:th a quiet market reported in both Tin and Rubber, all shares throughout the pad week have been on the dull side. RubI continues to fluctuate round Is. sd. Dtit fail to find favour and buyers txrc»ft a: oargain prices are few and far447 words
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Article111 1925-02-18 105 The Singapore Chamber of Commerce Rubber Association held its 694th auction yesterday, when there was Catalogued .hT>D lbs.; 381.99 tons. Offered 648,068 mtJI tons. Sold 519,632 lbs.; 231.08 tons. Spot. London Is. i*l. New York 34'acts. PRICES REALISED. •-< d Smoked Shett Cents pe r Lb. v.iV.dard Quality111 words
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Article126 1925-02-18 105 five Hundred Deaths. T. kio correspondent of the Nanyo Nichi Shimbun state-s: A rather virulent, thoujrh not very maant epidemic of cou?hs and colds is "ui to be sweeping* Tokio p.nd its mi with the object of putting M their guard against neglecting I take precautions to126 words
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Article116 1925-02-18 105 Oi Wednesday evening a Chintse made rtpttt to the Kandantr Kerbau Police that had been robbed of about a thousand in Straits currency and guilders. uriously, when the rikisha in which he J pone to the station was searched, the was found under the seat. The was arrested. He is116 words
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FOOTBALL.
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Article608 1925-02-18 105 Fast Game in the Rain. Rain wis still falling and the Stadium was in places flooded, when the two teams rcprcstntlftg the S.C.C. and the Pegasus lined up last evenng. From the outset the players found difficulty in controlling th'.* greasy ball, but notwithstanding these conditions608 words
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Article104 1925-02-18 105 LEAGIE A ND CUP FOOTBALL. [Reuter's Service.] London, Fe'). Li. The following were the results of .-> -day's matches in the Eng-lish and Scottish Leagues Division 1. Bury 0, Newcastle 0. Sunderiand 1, Bolton Cardiff 4, Burnley 0. Division 111. (Southern). Gillirnrham 0, Bristol Rovers 0. Bournemouth 0, X'illwall 1.104 words
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Article60 1925-02-18 105 London, Feb. 12. The Scottish Cup draw for the thir«l round, the matches to be played on Feb. 21st., is as follows: Kilmarnock vs. Dykehead. St. Mirren vs. Partick Thistle. Aberdeen vs. Mot her well. Broxburn vs. Fa Ik irk. Hamilton vs. R&ifch. Rangers vs. Arbfoath. Dundee60 words
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Article29 1925-02-18 105 Mr. J. W. Stackhouse, who leaves to-day on furlough, was entertain^ by Mr. Tan Guan Chua on the 11th inst to a farewell dinner at the Heon* Konp Restaurant.29 words
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Article521 1925-02-18 105 Pegasus' Farewell Match. Rugger players from the Pegasus enjoyed their last experience of Padang mud at its worst when they turned out to assist the Services XV. against the S.C.C. yesterday evening, the Club gaining a comfcrtahle win by five goals (25 points) to a try (3521 words
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Article62 1925-02-18 105 SING APORE GOLF CLUB. The February ladies spoon was played for on Feb. 9th, when Mrs. G. Webb won with a not score of 41. Twenty entered and the following cards were returned: Airs. G. Webb 53 12 41. Mrs. L. Hardie 57 15 42. Mrs. Gibson 58 1" 43.62 words
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Article112 1925-02-18 105 A rtif Borg. Sweden's famous swimmer, has left for America to make his future residence there and. while he will face k< ener competition there than in Europe, he. it is reported, will come into the hands in America of a highly qualified coach,112 words
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Article127 1925-02-18 105 Andrew (Boy) Charlton, the Australian twimmcr, who smashed record after record at the age of sixteen, and whose activities have been closely watched, has announced at his home in Sydney, N.S.W., that he has retired from •active participation i'i swimming. His (Ycision has c^me r>s a127 words
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Article327 1925-02-18 105 Lack of Playing Grounds. The postponed meeting? to consider the possibility of resuming the Singapore Cricket League was held at the S.R.C. yesterday afternoon, when it was definitely decided that it would be impossible to hold the League owing to the lack of available playing grounds. Dr.327 words
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Article164 1925-02-18 105 The annual New Year 130 yards handicap was concluded at the Powderhall grounds, Edinburgh when N. Thompson, who had accomplished such splendid time on the previous day, won comfortably. Drenching rain fell throughout, and on a waterlogge.l track prior to racing long odds were offered against the164 words
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Article19 1925-02-18 105 [Rcuter's Service. "l London, Feb. 10. In the Scottish League Rangers beat Dundee by two to nil.19 words
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Article18 1925-02-18 105 [Renter's Service.! New York, Feb. 11. France ha? challenged for the Davis Cup.18 words
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Article32 1925-02-18 105 (From Our Own Correspondent). Kuala Lumpur, Feb. 11. The Sekr.gor Golf Club Championship was won by Gibb with IG7. The runner-up wm« Hemmant with 169. Kyle did not compete.32 words
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Article41 1925-02-18 105 (From Our Own Correspondent). Penan?, Feb. 11th. In a league football match the Cricket Club beat the Crescent by one goal to nil. The game was a poor one. Noakes was the scorer at a fairly long range.41 words
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121 1925-02-18 105 (By Courtesy of the Nanyo NichiNichi Shlmbunsha.) In the Chinese coasting trade, the China Merchants' Navigation Company and two powerful British companies are united in a conference against all tramp steamers. Five years ago the Osaka Shosen Kaisha attempted to enter the field but121 words
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Article764 1925-02-18 106 Mr B. Nunn has been appointed a Collector of Land Revenue and Registrar of Deeds for Singapore. Mr J. E. Tyler, Government Printer, left yesterday on an official visit to the Government Printing Office, Kedah. Sir Walter Shaw, Chief Justice, is staying with Mr. Justice WhitleyS.E. - 764 words
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Article825 1925-02-18 106 Quicquid agunt homines nostri ett farrag* Libelli Juvenal. England has at last won the toss in a Tost Match— a little late in the day to be sure but we do not think there is any truth in the suggestion sent us by a correspondent that825 words
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Letter680 1925-02-18 106 To the Editor. Sir, To race or not to race that is the question. And the answer to the question depends on the Singapore Turf Club paying Up-Country owners $25 on each horse they may be kind enough to send to our meeting. So the future success680 words
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Article118 1925-02-18 106 The Acting: Consul-General of Japan in Singapore has received the following information by telegram from the Minister for Foreign Affairs in Tokio: The Naval Department has issued a communique stating that the scrapping of the 14 vessels of war, which were to be disposed of in accordance118 words
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Article281 1925-02-18 106 FORTHCOMING NAVAL VISIT. PRINCE GEORGE TO JOIN HAWKLW AT SINGAPORE. Twelve British and Australian warj^u will participate in the naval visit to Smg a pore, which takes place this mont during the early part of March. The fir'arrivals were H. M. S. Durban and H Bluebell, which are at present281 words
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Article184 1925-02-18 106 Dr. Sun Ret<»verins Miraculously (By Courtesy of *h Xa»;\ N Nichi Shimbunsha.) Tokio, ]«•!> II Dr. Sun Yat-ser.. who w. ported to have fallen into a helph tion, is now reported to have I lously saved from the brink Another Aeroplane Disaster Despite the utmost efforts mad* eoveiy184 words
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Article120 1925-02-18 106 TO SAVE ST. PA UL'S CATHEDRAL. Nothing Short of 112.000,000. London, Keb. Mr. John Todd, the City I Surveyor, who served the "dang 1 ture" notice on the DfeM and Chapter St. Paul's Cathedral, outlined ft* !»<- -to-day a scheme to save St. Pau will make one grasp. He said120 words
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Article81 1925-02-18 106 The following: had the honour of dn with Kis Excellency th Governor and Guillemard at Government House on Th day: Major-General Sir John and I Fowler, Hon. Mr. G. C. and Mrs. Denha Mr. and Mrs. W. A. N. Davies. Mr. C* Yarboroug;h, Major and Mrs. H. C.81 words
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Article39 1925-02-18 106 A rather serious mishap occurred alo Cecil-street on Tuesday afternoon, wh« Chinese boy was knocked down by a mot car driven by Mr. 0. H. Sielekcn of Java Trading- Company. The affair s«*ni to have been a pure accident.39 words
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Article307 1925-02-18 107 THE NEW MUNICIPAL POWER STATION. Ihe Preliminary Work. M i r -iiniinary worl- in connection wxtii u.ton of the new Municipal PowSt>tioß ac St. James's has been pro v... l!y <luii:ig the last few months, and the results are now apparent in the ir.plete alteration of the appearance307 words
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Article448 1925-02-18 107 Wm it Planted?" A charge of being in possession of am:r. unit ion without a licence was preferred in the Kuala Lumpur police court yesterday against Jaga.. Singh, an Indian cloth dealer, doing business at 11. Batu-rd., Kuala Lumpur, says Wednesday's Malay Mail. The accused, who was represented448 words
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Article48 1925-02-18 107 >PP*al for fund to Preserve National Memorial. Th*> following donations have been rePreviously acknowledged $23,254.50 Mr. E. N. Watts 25.00 Mr. A. W. Still 25.00 heques should be made out in favour of -nt Paul's Restoration Fund, and addressto Reuter's Agent, 11 Collyer Quay. Singapore.48 words
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Article23 1925-02-18 107 Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Foucar and Mr. M. C Tayior, who are on a tour round the world, arrived in Kuala Lumpur.23 words
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Article369 1925-02-18 107 WESTERN INDIAN SENSATION. Harsh Treatment Meted Out to Harper. It has COOK to our knowledge that Mr. J. S. Harper, the well-known trainer of Orange William and other horses, has been refused permission to train his horse in Bombay by the Stewards of the Western India Turf Club369 words
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Article38 1925-02-18 107 Reuter's Service. London, Feb. 12. In the first division of the English League West Bromwich Albion beat Preston North End by two goals to one. In the second division Coventry City beat Portsmouth by two goals to one.38 words
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Article36 1925-02-18 107 [Reuter's Servae.] London, Feb. 12. In the Scottish Cup the replayed tie Solway Star vs. Vale of Leven resulted in a further draw after extra time had been played, each side scoring three goals.36 words
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Article37 1925-02-18 107 Reutei a service. Paris, Feb. 12. The Grand Prix of the Academy of Sports has been awarded to the airman D'Oisy and a special gold medal has been awarded to the British athlete, Abrahams.37 words
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Article88 1925-02-18 107 [Reuter's Service.] San Antonio, Feb. 12Abe Mitchell won a driving contest here, his drives averaging 307 yards on three drives, the longest of which was 312 yards. BBLANGOB GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS. The result of the Selangor Golf Club Championship, played on Saturday an:l Sunday, was as follows: Winner W.88 words
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Article157 1925-02-18 107 MR. J USTIC E EN IS RETIRING. Mr. Justice Ennis, Senior Puisns-Jusli' v of the Supreme Court, Ceylon, is retiring shortly. Mr. Justice Ennis. who ii 57 years of age, was appointed to Ceylcn in -1912 and has acted as Chief Justice on several occasions. He was educated at Kind's157 words
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Article28 1925-02-18 107 Messrs. R. J. B. Williams and M. E. Sherwood, M.8.E., have been seconded for service under the Jchore Government, and Mr. A. P. Sheedy under the Kedah Government.28 words
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Article1737 1925-02-18 107 THE LATE LORD PENTLAND. No-Rent War in Ciydebank. (From Our Own Correspondent). Edinburgh, Jan. 14. Lord Pentland's death came as a shock to the Scottish public, his illness was not I known outside his personal circle. As Captain John Sinclair, he represented Forfarhiie in the House of Commons1,737 words
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Article45 1925-02-18 107 Miss Craig:, the secretary of the Women'* Missionary Association of the Presbyterian Church of England, is visiting the mission stations in the East, and is now in Singapore. She is accompanied by Miss Leckv. who worked in the Presbyterian Mission here over thirty years ago.45 words
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Article212 1925-02-18 108 The Government Budget. (By Courtesy of the Nanyo XichiNichi Shimbunsha.) Tokio, Feb. 13. The Imperial Diet has passed the total budget unanimously after rejecting a resolution, disapproving: of the Government budget, submitted by the Hontoh party, the only opposition, who subsequently left the Chamber. American Views on Russian212 words
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Article538 1925-02-18 108 The Borneo Company have opened an agency in Alor Star, says the Straits Echo. The wedding of Mr. L. A. C. Biggs, Secretary to the Municipal Commissioners, Penang, and Miss A. Minnit will take place at St. George's Church, Penang, on March 28. Wong Sang, theM.M.; P.G. - 538 words
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Article1138 1925-02-18 108 WORLD TROTTERS IN SINGAPORE. A Busy Day. Singapore was invaded by some 500 American world trotters on Saturday, when the first tourist ship of the year, the Red Star liner, Belgenland, arrived in port from Batavia. The huge liner had accomplished a large part of her journey of1,138 words
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Letter628 1925-02-18 108 To the Editor. Sir, I have taken legal advice with respect to the proposed compromise between Malayan Collieries, Ltd. and Mr. Russell and his firm; and I am definitely advised that, in view of my opposition to it, that compromise would be ultra vires or illegal; in consequence628 words
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Article23 1925-02-18 108 Mr. J. H. Roberts, of the P.W.D.. who wbb secondod for service temporarily with the Town Planning Department, has been posted to Ipoh.23 words
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Article101 1925-02-18 108 FIGURES FOR PAST YEAR. The following: is the comparative state ment of the total value of Foreign M chandise, excluding parcel post, import^ and exported to and from British M a during 1924 and 1925. IMPORTS. EXPORTS 1924 1925 1924 In thousands of dollars. January 55,712 6 r101 words
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Article499 1925-02-18 108 THE KLA NG CROW. A Planter's Testimonial [To The Editor, "Malay Ma!.."]. Sir, —The information given in your ei of Feb. 2, re destruction of crow Klang district, has been noted by one, \*h< feels that as possibly he was import* the East with a little knowledge of nisby the499 words
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Article29 1925-02-18 108 H. M. S. Ambrose (Commander .T G Bower, R.N.K accomnanied by Subniar: Ll (Lieut-Commr. M. Bail word) and ti (Lieut-Commr. E. C. Barraclouirh) arr:v« yesterday from Honekonp.29 words
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Article117 1925-02-18 108 The ex-Dutch steamer Bloemfontew which is now runniner under the name H«' Pen£ and is the latest addition to the HHong Company's fleet arrived in Sin?aporr from Penang yesterday. The Honp Vent recently underwent repairs etc. in Sinpa pore and she is now one of the best117 words
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Article221 1925-02-18 109 A FINE GAME. [Reuter's Servue.] Twickenham, Feb. 14. The weather was unsettled and the ground ft for the international match between Kn eland and Ireland to-day. There were thirty thousand people present when the game started. At the outset Ireland pressed, but after >ix minutes play Kittermaster broke221 words
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Article90 1925-02-18 109 SOCCER— SCOTLAND BEATS WALES. [Reuter's Str\ice.] Edinburgh, Feb. 14. Twenty-five thousand people attended the Sot. ana Wales soccer match. I" raining and the ground was very ir.u.My. Scotland attacked and after nino iujwttea aftiklejelin scored, whilst eleven minute* laur Ga:U:cher netted Scotland's second. Just btf >r Um interval Williams scort90 words
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Article294 1925-02-18 109 [Reuter's Service.] London, Feb. 14. The folkivlag are the results of to-day's Enj -h i.nd Scottish League matches: Division I. 0, Huddersfield T. 3. A r Villa 1, Birmingham 0. 1, Tottenham H. 4. Bury 4, W. Ham I. 2. ;f City 1. Notts County 1. 0, W.294 words
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Article30 1925-02-18 109 The local agency of the Manufacturers' Life Insurance Company has received adv >?e from Head Office that the new insurance issued during 1924 exceeded twelve msll'on pounds sterling.30 words
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Article508 1925-02-18 109 LIEUT. H. A. A. HOWELL AND MISS MADGE THOMPSON. The military atmosphere predominated at the very picturesque wedding, which took place at the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd, Singapore, early on Saturday morning, of Mr. Harry Alfred Adrian Howell, of the Middlesex Regiment, and Miss Madge Maud Mary508 words
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Article180 1925-02-18 109 At about 7 o'clock on Friday, Mr. J. Rajam, late book-keeper employed by Dupire Brothers, shot himself with a singlo barrel shot gun. On returning to his house in Bencoolen Street from work, the deceased's son heard a shot and ran upstairs where he saw his father180 words
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Article41 1925-02-18 109 Appeal for Funds to Preserve National Memorial, The following donations have been received: Previously acknowledged $23,304. 50. Cheques should be made out in favour of Saint Paul's Restoration Fund and addressed to Reuter's Agent, 11 Collyer Quay, Singapore.41 words
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Article73 1925-02-18 109 Amongst Kuala Lumpur residents proceeding on leave in the near future are: Mr. C. W. H. Cochrane, Under-Secretary to Government; Mr. H. W. Woolley, of the Forest Department; Mr. C. J. Baker, of Messrs. Baker, Morgan and Co.; and Mr. R. C. Russell, of Messrs. J. A. Russe-11 and Co.73 words
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Article787 1925-02-18 109 W.M. Blake - W. M. Blake THE GUILLEMARD CUP. Governor Watches Fine Race. On Saturday afternoon yet another contest came off for the Lundon Cup, in which the Ann beat the .Golden Girl by 52 seconds on corrected time. Rumour has it that strong compass variations on the latter boat accounts for787 words
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Article106 1925-02-18 109 Mr. P. H. Henshaw, acting General Manager of the F. M. S. Railways, with Mrs. Henshaw, has gone on leave. Mr. Henshaw's departure leaves the position of the chief executive of the Railway Department in an exceedingly interesting position. Mr. Henshaw's substantive appointment is Traffic Manager,106 words
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Article62 1925-02-18 109 (From Our Own Correspondent). Penang, Feb. 11th. The wedding took place at the Church of the Assumption, Father Devals officiating of Mr. Wilhem Pyhe, of the Dutch steamer Swaerdecroon, and May Evelyn, sixth daughter of Captain Vaz. Miss Frances Vaz and Miss Myra Wallace wer~ i bridesmaids, and62 words
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Article102 1925-02-18 109 (From Our Own Correspondent). Penang, Feb. 11th. Chee Kok Foo, for many years chief clerk in the Government service, and adjudged a bankrupt in 1916, has been sentenced by Mr. Justice Deane to a fortnight's imprisonment for breach of the Bankruptcy Ordinance. An appeal has been lodged, and102 words
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Article98 1925-02-18 109 (From Our Own Correspondent). Kuala Lumpur, Feb. 16. At the annual meetkig of the Ex-Ser-vices Association of Malaya yesterday Col. Swettenham presided. The annual report showed that the year had been a successful one financially. Mr. Guthell was appointed delegate to represent the Association at Ottawa at98 words
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Article237 1925-02-18 109 (By Courtesy of the Nanyo NichiNichi Shimbunsha.) Tokio, Feb. 14. The Cabinet has decided to approve of the revised Manhood Suffrage Bill, which was forwarded by the Privy Council. The anti-Upper House reform campaign is now reflected by a strong: league of the various functions in the House237 words
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Article214 1925-02-18 109 Last Year's Verdicts. The returns of the work of the Coroner's Department in Singapore for the year 1924 show that the following verdicts were given: Culpable homicide amounting to murder, 46; culpable homicide not amounting to murder, 5; causing death by a rash act (motor buses), 6; causing214 words
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Article22 1925-02-18 109 The Ipoh paper hears that Mr. Alan Loke, of Kuala Lumpur, contemplates building a palatial residence at Ipoh in the near future.22 words
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Article8255 1925-02-18 110 [Reuter's Service.] tandon, Feb. 9. Mr. Bridgeman, in a speech at Burnley, emphasising the need for the base at Singapore, refuted the suGr^e^tior that the action might be regarded as likely to cause uneasiness in Japan. He pointed *ot that the Japanese Government, "whose friendship we value now as8,255 words
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Article631 1925-02-18 112 1 The following action was taken at a meeting of Committee No. 3, h«ld on February 11th: Decided that application from Road Inspectors for a bonus cannot be approved Approved purchase of two additional Austin- cars for use of Road inspectors while on duty. Approved purchase of a631 words
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Article181 1925-02-18 112 Moscow, FeV 16. The Isvestia has published a semi-official statement with regard to three German students arrested here, alleged to be members of a German Nationalist organisation. Tht "Consul" states that the Government possesses clear proofs that the students have come to Russia to carry on espionage and counter-rovoaifion :ry181 words
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Article365 1925-02-18 112 UURBER SMUGGLERS. (From Our Own Comsp Jn<it n Malacca, F e b y In Mr. Arthur's Court on Thur Chief Detective Inspector Leonard ed three Malays with the alleged grling: of 12 pikuls 73 katties \,f r^ The accused were chased and captured sea off Tanjong Panchore, on365 words
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Article268 1925-02-18 112 A logical outcome of the deci>i proceed with the naval base schen Singapore is the provision of an alias well, says the China ExpnTdegiaph. Singaporeans especially therefore, welcome the news th;! establishment of a grt>at aerial H somewhere in their vicinity ha I proved by the Committee268 words
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Article170 1925-02-18 112 The P.C.M.O's return for the w ok Jan. 31st, prives 224 as the total of iattki one of which was a Eurasian, 169 v Chinese, 38 Malays, and 13 Tamils. I»--from convulsion numbered 30. ph;hisi> 21, debility and ape 18, fever not specified pneumonia 15, and malarial170 words