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Title Section20 1927-07-20 33 THE Singapore Free Press AND MERCANTILE ADVERTISER. KGHJKGJ I IHRI) SERIES THE SINGAPORE FREE PRESS. JULY 20, 1927. NO. 2.0t55.20 words
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Article216 1927-07-20 33 Defence Contribution 33 ore I tiocese 34 Amery on Smuggling 34 I mi of Singapore 35 01 !< E VXD < OURT NKW S. > > im Inquest 37 Iron Accident 38 Robbers Sentenced 89 I hit i ing Rampant 3 J igh Road Hold-up 39 Charg -tl with216 words
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Article57 1927-07-20 33 .July 18. tn.%. 2;s 31-32 ink demand 2(8 23-32 credit! 9 m.s. 2|4 9-32 York, demand 56 1 90 days 57% 1 dt-mand 1416 r.T. 154 M K demand 11% p.c. Dis. demand 111% N'om- demand 139 k. d«mand 80% r London 25 15-16 r 'k ol England Rate57 words
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DOMESTIC OCCURRENCES.
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Article91 1927-07-20 33 BRUCE. At the •♦Homestead," Kuantan Road, Penan jr, on 11th July, 1927, to Mrs. Bruce, wife of Mr. \V. R. Bruce, of the Electricity and Tramway Dept., Penan* Municipality, a -on. MACK lE. At Kuala Lumpur, on July 13th. 1!«27, to Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Mackie, a daughter.91 words
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Article74 1927-07-20 33 i BAKER-AVETOOM. -June 20, at Lincoln, Lieutenant J. 8. Baker, K. N.. to Iris Avctoom, of Singapore. HOLTTUM-MASSEY. June 16, at Saffron Walden, Richard Eric Holttum, M.A., Director Of the Botanic Gardens, Singapore to Ursula Messey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. \v. Ifasoey. Of Saffron Walden, and Cromer.74 words
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Obituary24 1927-07-20 33 BENNETT.- At the General Hospital on July 14th 1927, Emily Taylor, widow ol the late Capt. F. 6. Bennett, R.A.P.C. of Cbeswick, London.24 words
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Article291 1927-07-20 33 The las! mail from Home with dates up to June 23rd. arrived on Saturday morning This mail loaves by B. I. on Thursday. The Bishop antl Mrs. Ferguson-Davie left during the week by tht- Katong. They arc tt) tour the Diocese before retiring from Malaya. At the291 words
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Article135 1927-07-20 33 July IS. Tin 100 Tons $146)4 Gambier #Vi Pepper White 108 Pepper Black M Flake Tapioca 5.80 Pearl Sago Small 7.60 Copra 10.55 Copra Sur dried 11.00 Opium, Brnnres unt. 4,000 Rice Lianjr Hin Chan Mark Red Eagle fN«w) 830 Rice, Siam old No. 1 830 Rice, Rangoon Bintan135 words
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Article997 1927-07-20 33 July 13. Rather unexpectedly, as far as the Public at least were concerned, the Hon'ble Mr. Kagnall raised the question of the Military Contribution in Legislative Council on .Monday. But if we confess that it was a little unexpected we admit that it was timely because it997 words
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Article834 1927-07-20 33 July 14. One of the conditions which came most under recognition during the progress of the Great War was that which was very expressively summed up in the term "the fog of war." That phrase covered the whole of a blanket of ignorance, muddle and experimentation, which834 words
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Advertisement97 1927-07-20 33 <> the "Singapore Free Press" i ng from Europe to the Straits th«- mail linen, are invited to send lager the nan*e of their steamer and arrival in Singapore. Copies will then -i to meet thorn at various ports of call. the weekly 12s. pw quarter t ith rommereial supplement.97 words
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Article827 1927-07-20 34 With the departure of Bishop Ferguson Davie from this Settlement, although not yet actually from the Diocese, it is fitting that an attempt should be made to review the work iii Malaya from a layman's standpoint, as analysis has already been made of it from the clerical827 words
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Article430 1927-07-20 34 July IG. As far as Government itself is concerned it is evident a very much milder view is taken as regards the extent of rubber smuggling than that held by some of those who have been dealing with it lately. Mr. Amery is not prepared to430 words
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Article251 1927-07-20 34 Mr. Bridgeman made a plain statement at the Geneva Nava Conference which, as far as we can see, supports his conten tion that Great Britain has <rom> farther than either the United States or Japan in stating exactly what strength she desires and tinneed for that strength.251 words
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Article614 1927-07-20 34 July is. The outbreak In Vienna appears to be entirely political in causation but although information Is incomplete it is not BO certain that it is in reality a Communistic attempt, although the extremist elements may have taken the opportunity to fish in troubled waters. As far as614 words
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Article783 1927-07-20 35 July L9. umment was made in these ilumns recently in regard to the >se assertions which are broadcastwith regard to the extent of the ber smuggling which goes on and suggested that reckless statein no way helped the cause of li'iion but rather hindered it.783 words
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Article58 1927-07-20 35 The marriage of Lieutenant J. S. Baker, R.N., eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Baker, 19 Eutfffttei Lincoln, to Miss Iris Avetoom, daughter of the late Dr. and Mrs. Avetoom of Penans, took place at St. Peter's Lincoln, on June 20. After a reception at the bridegroom's home they left58 words
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LOCAL WIRES.
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Article59 1927-07-20 35 Senior Member's Impending Resignation. (From Our Own Correspondent). Penang, July 13. At to-day's meeting of tWe Municipal Commissioners the resignation of Mr. T. E. Slowe, who has gone on leave, was accepted. The President also reported the impending resignation of Mr. J. D. Kemp, the senior member59 words
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Article59 1927-07-20 35 (From Our Own Correspondent.) Penang, July 13. The death occurred on Monday of Penuiratna, the head priest of the Counterhail Buddhist Temple. He was much respected among 1 the Buddhist community hy whom he was warmly regarded on account of his deep knowledge of Buddhist scripture. The59 words
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Article53 1927-07-20 35 TWO MONTHS IMPRISONMENT. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Penang, July 14. George Reynolds, the European prospector who was convicted last week at Buglerworth on a charge of criminal breacn of trust of a surveyors chain, a prismatic c »m--pass, antl $500, has been sentenced to two months'53 words
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Article32 1927-07-20 35 (Frt)in Our Own Correspondent). Penang, July IS. Ramsamy, employed on Tansinho Estate, Bukit Mertajam. was acquitted antl dis- charged at the Assizes on the charge of murdering his wife.32 words
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Article68 1927-07-20 35 i Teh Kim Cheow was found not guilty of the murder of a Chinese woman in Green Lane on May 13th. He was. however, found i guilty of housebreaking ami voluntarily j causing hurt to a woman and committing I robbery. He was sentenced to68 words
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Article50 1927-07-20 35 The wedding took place at St. George's Cathedral yesterday, the Rev. Keppel Gnrnier officiating, of Mr. Stanley Charles Fowler-, loco foreman F.M.S. Railways, and Miss Alec Elizabeth Stanton, of London. The bride arrived on the Rawalpindi. Many passengers attended the ceremony. The honeymoon is being spent in Penang.50 words
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Article145 1927-07-20 35 MANY PRESENTATIONS. j (From Our Own Corresp indent.) Kuala Lumpur, July lti. The Bishop, who was accompanied by Mrs. Ferguson-Davie, spoke in aid of the j Gage Brown Memorial last evening. I He received presentations from the Euro pean antl Asiatic communities to-day. He preaches145 words
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Article90 1927-07-20 35 (From Our Own Correspondent). IVnang, July 17. The inter-school sports took place on the Esplanade in the presence of a large crowd on Saturday, antl, attended by excellent weather, were very successful. There was keen competition in most events and live records went to the wall. The90 words
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Article51 1927-07-20 35 (From Our Own Correspondent.) Bangkok, July 18. The Immigration Act was ga sotted today, regulating the entry of aliens into Siam. Aliens precluded from entry include those who are diseased, and unvnccinated. and who are unable to earn a living, and bad characters not posses-ed of51 words
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Article50 1927-07-20 35 IVnang, July 17. The Coroner on Saturday returned a verdict of accidental death in regard to an eight year- old Malay girl who was killed in Burnish Road on July 7 as a result of a coconut palm falling on t<> the roof of a house.50 words
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Article94 1927-07-20 35 MALAY'S ALLEGED NEGLIGENT DRIVING. (From Our Own Correspondent) Penang* July 18, At the Assizes to-day a Malay named Mohamed bin Mydin was charged with •causing the death of Wong Ah Khong by negligently driving s Volunteer bus In Leith Street on May 7, and also with causing hurt94 words
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Article63 1927-07-20 35 (From Our- Own Correspondent). Penang, Jul> 18. Mr. and Mrs. Jalleh celebrated their golden wedding yesterday. After High Mass at the Cathode Church at Pulau Tikus, performed by the Rev. Fathei Ren trd, celebrations took place at the Eurasian Volunteer Club. Among the large gathering was Mr. P.63 words
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63 1927-07-20 35 BBBBBBBBaBBBBBBBaBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBJ (From Our Own Correspondent.) Bangkok. Jul) IH. The stamp and postcard contract, for over £">,COO. has been awarded to Water--1 ws. [Our Bangkok correspondent, writing last week, stated that the Post and Telegraph Dept: hatl opened tenders for nearly 2K million stamps antl postcards.63 words
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Article374 1927-07-20 35 Address to the Governor. PRESENTED AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE YESTERDAY. A hrief ceremony, in which Hi- Excellency the Governor, and Lady Clifford, antl members of the Committee of the Eurasian Association, Singapore, figured, took plact at Government House yesterday evening The Committee member- of the Association waited upon374 words
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Article24 1927-07-20 35 It is officially announced that a Posi and Telegraph Office was opened at Eraser's Hill yesterday. All classes of business except insurance are transacted.24 words
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Article600 1927-07-20 36 Singapore Defeat Malacca. AN EASY VICTORY. Singapore 5, Malacca The first Malaya Cup (Southern Section) match between Singapore and Malacca which was played on the Statl ium on Saturday proved rather disappointing, Singapore being so much superior to their opponents M to render the game absolutely one600 words
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Article92 1927-07-20 36 The Press met the Police at the Stadium yesterday afternoon, when the representatives of law antl order were lucky to win by the narrow margin of S-2. At halftime the Press were leading 2-1, but in the second half they slackened off and gave the Polite92 words
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Article99 1927-07-20 36 The Municipal Health Officer, in his report for the week ended July 9th., states that the total number of deaths reported was 304. Of this total 236 were Chinese, Malaya, 24 Indians, 4 Eurasians, 1 European and 8 of other nationalities. The chief cause of mortality was pneumonia with 4099 words
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Article635 1927-07-20 36 Ten Years For Gunman. POLICE COMPLIMENTED BY JUDGE. At the Assizes yesterday before Mr. Justin Deane Lok Siew Kuan appeared on two charges of attempted murder. The case, as proved by the prosecution, was that on May 23rd about 7.45 p.m. L/c 141 was cycling to Sepoy Lines635 words
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191 1927-07-20 36 A rikisha puller gave evidence before Mr. N. D. Mudie, the District Judge, yesterday, when two Chinese Were charged with attempted robbery from a Chinese woman. The puller stated that the woman was the OCCQpant Of his rikilha in Syed Alwi Road on the191 words
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Article1069 1927-07-20 36 Successful Ladies' Race. MILNER CUP. I In weather very much more favourable than en the last occasion the first of the s.ries of Ladies' Races was successfully railed over a special course on Saturday afternoon when a record turnout of eleven boats proved the popularity of these events. At1,069 words
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Article510 1927-07-20 36 R,A. Draw With the I) u ke\ s Duke's 1. r.a A very interesting game t at the Stadium yesterday in Division of the League between tk Duke's and the R.A., an d tht of 1-1 was a very good indicati the play, which was very even. Bot]510 words
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Article19 1927-07-20 36 H.M.S. Caradoc sent water polo I to Tanglin last week and it was beaten the odd goal in five.19 words
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412 1927-07-20 37 WEDNESDAY, JULY 13, 1927. THE RECENT AMOK. Inquest on Victim. A< < l ~>Li>S MENTAL CONDITION. I inquest in connection with the death him who succumbed to stab inflicted OH him by Amir bin Marina •1.,- Sundanese who ran amok in High Street r. July 2nd., was held yesterday before412 words
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Article160 1927-07-20 37 SEIJIRO TATSUMrS FIRST RECITAUu S( J i r Tatsumi, the Japanese tenor, and accompanist, Suzuko Yamamoto, entertained a large audience at the Victoria There lasi night in their first recital in Singapore. His Exc Uency the (Governor, Sir Hugh Clifford was present. The programme may be described160 words
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Article91 1927-07-20 37 I Vlesars. Gathric and Co., Kuala Lumpur. I thai they have received a cable from i retariea of Banteng to the effect that Board of Directors have decided to reimend the payment on 4th proximo, of rial dividend of 12H per cent in respect ili- last financial year91 words
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Article43 1927-07-20 37 The local Manager of The Hongkong 1 Shanghai Banking Corporation has "i<d a telegram from Head Office in Hong Kcng stating that an interim tlivid of i.i per share, subject to deduction '"conn tax, has been declared, payable August *th.43 words
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Article29 1927-07-20 37 b marriage has been arranged, and will place in Singapore at the end of Aust, between Sholto Douglas Leslei, Batasnd Nancy, third daughter of John Blacker, M.1.C.E.. Buenos Aires.29 words
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Article477 1927-07-20 37 gfhf Dorothy (10—12—10), Jean II (10—12— I 16), June (10—13—151, Kathleen (10—14— 0), Gertrude (10 14 45) with the remain- I ing yachts in close attendance. It was a >'un to the Man-o-War buoy with the wind dead aft and spinakers set to starboard but the wind veered a477 words
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Article200 1927-07-20 37 POLICE DEFEAT ROYAL ENGINEERS, j Whitley in Scoring Mood. The Police were without five of their regular players when they visited Pulau Brani last Sunday antl in a fairly close game defeated the R.E. X. H. P. Whitley went in first for the Police antl carried his bat for200 words
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Article80 1927-07-20 37 SIX BRITISHERS QUALIFY. [Reuter's Service.] London, July 11. At St. Andrews to-tlay the lender in the first round 30 holes, of the qualifying competition for the Open Golf Championship was Golias. of Fourtjuex. Franc with a He was followed by Ernest Wliitcombe Bournemouth 72. Melhorn (America). Tolley,80 words
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Article49 1927-07-20 37 FRANCE WIN ALL MATCHES AGAINST SOUTH AFRICA. T Reuter's Service. 1 Eastbourne, July 11. In the remaining singles matches in th»Davis Cup competition Lacoste beat Condon, 7 r 6 o—l,0 1, and Brugnon beat Spence, 6—2, o—3, G— France thus won by 5 matches to nil.49 words
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Article202 1927-07-20 37 ADVERSE FIGURES BEING The following- is a comparative statement of the total value of foreign merchandise, I excluding 1 parcel post, imported and ex] it id to and from British Malaya during and 1027. IMPORTS. (In thousands of dollars 1926 1927 January 87,906 88,386 Dec: 1 February 80.106202 words
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Article492 1927-07-20 37 Singapore, Jul> 12. The past week has seen a distinctly weaker tone in the Tin market, especially in the price of Spot Tin which has had a sharp decline. The share market has been quiet with only a small business passing I and quotations shew little alteration.492 words
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Article89 1927-07-20 37 Capt A. C. Baker, M.C. M.G.S. la now officiating as Assistant General Adviser, Muar, on his leturn from Home leave.— MO. We have received a copy of the Annual Report of the Overseas League for 1926*. Sir E. Birch, K.r.M.G.. has for the third year been appointed Chairman. The mem89 words
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Article, Illustration763 1927-07-20 38 BISHOP MRS. FERGUSON DAVIE LEAVE. AN APPRECIATION. The Right Reverend C. J. FergusonDavie, D.D., who Is retiring from the Bishopric of Singapore, came to this diocese from Ignore, India in 1909. In Lahore he was intimately connected with Bishop Lefroy, serving as S.P.G. missionary at Rewari and later at Rawal763 words
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Article212 1927-07-20 38 CHINESE WOMAN'S DEATH. Expert evidence on the construction and the fittings on an electric iron will be recorded by the Coroner when the inquest on the death of a Chinese woman under circumstances which suggested shock of some description, is held. In recording medical evidence yesterday morning,212 words
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Article110 1927-07-20 38 The Straits Chinese Reading Club held the first meeting of its 37th half-yearly session in the CCA. Hall on Monday. There were present the Rev. William Murray (Chairman), the Hon'ble Mr. Song Ong j Siang and a large number of both old and new members. After110 words
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Article42 1927-07-20 38 In connection with the above our paragraph yesterday was in error in stating that this steamer disembarked a case of smallpox at Penan*, as she came here direct from Colombo, no cases of smallpox occurring after leaving that port.42 words
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Article1207 1927-07-20 38 There seems to have been a bit of a mud- die over the first griffin race at Ipoh on I the first day which ended in Absolute and Zikomar deadheating, for according to the up-ccuntry papers, after the protest had been lodged the dividends were put up as1,207 words
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Article245 1927-07-20 38 A SATISFACTORY HAMM EAR. The half-yearly balance sheet the Stadium Syndicate, which has ju I been issued, reveals a very satisfactory 1 ition Cash at the bunk and in hand imounta to $5,203, and .sundry creditors amount to 11,248. The working account f half year shows a245 words
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Article99 1927-07-20 38 TOLLEY HEADS QUALIFIERS [Reuter's Service.] Bobby Jones played amazing (foil first round of the championship ;iV turning a score of 68 ('V2-W). tbu the amateur record for the coui strokes, antl equalling George P n professional record. St. Andrews, Jel* Cyril Tolley by brilliantly equs record99 words
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59 1927-07-20 38 EURASIAN VOLUNTEERS' SHOOTING SUCCESSES. ("From Our Own Correspondent IVnanp, Juh The Pcnan^ Bisley meeting can. conclusion on Thursday at the BMI« at Kampong Bahru. The Kura-ian off with 75 per cent of the ivenl p-eant Wright Stewart winning khe pionship and challenge cop. The Lewis Gun event was won bj59 words
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736 1927-07-20 39 TH URSDAY, JULY 14, 1927. RUBBER SMUGGLING. How It Is Not Done. t:\AGGERATBD FIGURES. Malay Mail, in a leading article on OS Restriction and smuggling, made ij rather sweeping statements and a j unjustified attack on the Land Pre- .-ervice of, at any rate, Singapore. i of the problem, according736 words
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Article1226 1927-07-20 39 Reward for Plucky Lad. ARMED ROBBERS SEVERELY DEALT WITH. At the Fourth Assizes Mr. Justice Deane directed that an award of $50 should be made to the boy who was responsible for the arrest of an armed gang robber in Victoria Street on May 22nd. hin Chan i__ng1,226 words
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Article254 1927-07-20 39 Sneak thieves are on the war path, judging from the number of reports made to the police. A few nights ago the occupants of a Katong residence were awakened by the movements of a burglar on the verandah. The intruder took no chances, however, and jumping: from254 words
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Article176 1927-07-20 39 The police have arrested four men who are alleged to have held up a Hylam in Cavenagh Road on Monday night. Some constables en duty in the neighbourhood heard the Hylam calling out for help. Before they could arrive at the actual scene of the hold-up, the176 words
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Article31 1927-07-20 39 Mr. W. R. Mowll, who until recently was employed at the Shanghai branch of Reuter's Commercial Service, has been transferred to Singapore and has assumed the managership of the local office.31 words
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LEAGUE FOOTBALL.
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Article212 1927-07-20 39 Police 2; S.C.F.A. 11. .0. The Police gained a thoroughly welldeserved victory over the S.C.F.A. in the Second Division of the League at the Stadium yesterday, playing much better than their opponents generally. The Chinese res ponded bravely and fought hard, but the stolid defence put212 words
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Article83 1927-07-20 39 R.A 4: Civil Service 0. The Artillerymen went to the top of Division II B, yesterday by virtue of their win against the Civil Services by four goals to nil. The game was of a poor nature throughout. At half time the R.A. led by three83 words
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Article515 1927-07-20 39 fA POOR GAME. R.A 2: S.C.C 1. The Royal Artillery beat the S.C.C in: a rather poor game on the Stadium yesterday, in the First Division of the League, the final score being 2—l. On the play, the R.A. should have won by much more, the S.C.C.515 words
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Article1228 1927-07-20 40 G.S.D. M - G.S.D.M. I The anniversary of the fall of the Bastille in 1789 which ail good Republicans of France celebrate to-day was one of the decisive events in history. This gloomy fortresi in Paris was the principal State prison and cited of the Ancien Regime. No longer, however,1,228 words
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Article462 1927-07-20 40 Sales of chandu for consumption in the Colony, including Christmas Island, totalled 1,416,639.03 tahils states the report of the Monopolies Dept. for li>2(>. The gross cash receipts from th.se sales amounted to $17,792,751.70. This is approximately 200,000 tahils more than the sales in 102."). Thi e can462 words
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Article20 1927-07-20 40 The Reverend P. H. Sullivan an.i Um*f arc due in Singapore on the President Polk which trrtvei on August 9.20 words
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Article963 1927-07-20 40 Yesterday's Farewell Gathering. QUESTION OF HIS SUCCESSOR. Delivering his last public address in Singapore before a large gathering which, assembled to bid him and Mrs. FergusonDavie farewell at the Memorial Hall yesterday afternoon, the Right Reverend C. J. Ferguson-Davie, Bishop of Singapore, said it would have been963 words
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Article493 1927-07-20 40 Variety of Matters Discussed. j LETTERS TO GOVERNMENT The following arc- the minute of mittee of the Straits Settlement i pore) Association held in the 5 Exchange Room on Monday at Present:— Mr. J. <;. Campbell Messrs. H. VV. Raper (Vice-Presid Poh Lengr, H. B. Layton, C,493 words
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Article159 1927-07-20 40 Interesting Ceremony at Copt im H. H. the Sultan of Perak, who. as is we known, is very keenly interested in tht religious welfare of his subject visit to Gopeng on Friday for the of opening the new Mosque which t i been completed there.T.O.M. - 159 words
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Article641 1927-07-20 41 Mrs. J. C. Rigby left for Home about a ght agt). Mr. Rigby, wht. contem- retirement, will probably leave about Ex. Hook, of British Insulated Cables. bi arrived in Ipoh to carry out the m iine contract for the Perak Hydro-Electric Power Co. Have, Marriott, K.8.K.,641 words
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Article1221 1927-07-20 41 The Scheffelaar Case. TRIAL STOOD OVER TO NEXT SESSION. Mr. Justice .I.Van was busy in the Assize C ourt yesterday, and got through a number Of cases. He inflicted several severe sentences in cases of robbery, and awarded two persons $100 each in recognition of their services in1,221 words
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Article212 1927-07-20 41 The six Chinese who were arrested in Havelock Road by Mr. Oakeshott, A.S.P.. antl charged with assembling to commit gang robbery, were brought up before Mr. H. li. Bull in the Second Court yesterday and committed for trial at the next Assizes Interesting evidence was given by212 words
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Article162 1927-07-20 41 An interesting matter Concerning a deal I h u:?mor.da waa heard by Mr. C. P. Smith in the Third Police Court yesterday afternoon when an Indian named O. L. If. HannifTa was charged with criminal breach of trust at the instance of Osman bin Careem of Noor162 words
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Article87 1927-07-20 41 The reception given at the French Consulate yesterday in honour of the Fete Nationale, the historic celebration of the taking of the Bastille, 138 years ago, was attended by a large gatherin.7. Practically the entire French colony was present as well as the various Consular represent atives.87 words
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Article22 1927-07-20 41 Mr. A. S. Haynes, Secretary for Agriculture, is going to England on special duty early next month. Mrs. Haynes will accompany him.22 words
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FOOTBALL.
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266 1927-07-20 41 AN S.C.F.A. WIN. S.C.F.A. II 2: Y.M.C.A. .0. Playing against the Y.M.C.A. at the Stadium yesterday, in a Second Division 'A* same, the S.C.F.A. second team won by two goals to nil. The Y.M.C.A., playing only ten men, put up a fine defence against the Chinese'266 words
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Article146 1927-07-20 41 S.C.C 4: FVilicc 1. On the Padang yesterday in a friendly match, the S.C.C. second string defeated a weak Police team by four goals to one. The game was very scrappy and little Rood football was seen. Playing without Wan Puteh, Yusof and Kemp, the Police pave146 words
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Article205 1927-07-20 41 HOLDER TAKES THE LEAD. ri? *~z IT" [Reuter s Service.] St. Andrews, July 13. Five thousand spectators followed Bobby Jones whose record read: 4, 5, 4, 4, 3, 3, 4, 2. 3, 4, 3, 4, 4, 5, 4, 4, 4, 4. He was bunkered at the205 words
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Article106 1927-07-20 41 WILLS KNOCKED OUT. [Reuter's Service.] New York, July 1 1. The Spanish boxer, Paolino Uzcudur knocked out Harry Wills, the Negro heavyweight, in the fourth round of a 15-round contest at EbbetsfieM, Brooklyn. Wills, whose age is 35, weighed 15 stone--4% lbs. while Uzcudun, who is 25, was106 words
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Article53 1927-07-20 41 His Excellency the High Commissioner has been pleased to appoint Mr. James Scott Ferguson to be an Unofficial Member of the Federal Council during the absence on leave of the Hon'ble Mr. 11. T. Jones, with effect from the 10th June, 1927, inclusive, in the place of Mr. J. V.\53 words
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Article262 1927-07-20 42 Mr. D. FaUrson takes Mr. Trimmer's place on the Pilot Board. Mr. G. C. G. Muller has been appointed to act as First Assistant Secretary (A). Mr. H. V. Towner has been appointed Colonial Engineer and Mr. G. Sturrock Deputy. The death is announced by Reuter262 words
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Article459 1927-07-20 42 The Diocesan Council at Kuala Lumpur consisted largely of laymen with only a handful of Clergy sayi the Times of Malaya. The deliberations lasted well over twc hours and covered much ground. The meeting was held at St. Mary's Hall and was presided over by the459 words
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Article858 1927-07-20 42 Preventive Men Imprisoned. JUDGE'S COMMENTS ON EXTORTION CASE. The Assizes were continued yesterday before Mr. Justice Deane. Teo Peng Hock was charged with using as genuine a forged currency well knowing it to have been a forgery, and was bound ovei for six months in the sum of858 words
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Article519 1927-07-20 42 WOMAN SHOT ON HER DOORSTEP. A husband's evidence regarding the brutal murder of his wife, a Cantonese woman named Chiang Ah Yong, was rec rded by the City Coroner, Mr. Hope Faulkner, yesterday. The woman was shot by some Chinese gunmen while she was sitting on the519 words
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Article184 1927-07-20 42 The Bishop of Singapore, the Right Rev. C. J. Ferguson-Davie, D.D., and Mrs. Fer-guson-Davie left Singapore yesterday by the Katong. They arrived at Johnston's Pier at 3.45 p.m. and weiv met by the Ven. Archdeacon Swindell and clergy of the Diocese and many friends. After shaking hands184 words
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Article74 1927-07-20 42 The following cards were returned in the Ladies' monthly July Medal. Mrs. J. V. Kirkland 44 5 39 Mrs. F. A. Morrell 51 0 42 Mrs. E. C. Boutflower 55 12 43 Mrs. F. A. Teale 55 12 43 Mrs. H. S. Shipway 50 6 44 Mrs.74 words
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Article50 1927-07-20 42 to lay the blame on each other, but were found guilty of the charge. The first accused said his mother was m Court to plead for him, and she might pay back the three dollars to the driver. Sentence was postponed until Monday, to see if this would be done.50 words
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Article636 1927-07-20 42 Malays Win Good Game. MALAYS 1. s.R.(. f) At the Stadium yesterday, beloit gathering of 2,010 spectators the M h] defeated the S.R.C. by the only goal tfj match, after an excellently contested ran The Malays led off strongly i n the half and were early in their636 words
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Article33 1927-07-20 42 WINS JUNIOR KOLAPORK CUP. IReuter's Service.l London, July H« At Bisley to-day the Junior Kolaporu was won by Malaya, with a score nf M5. Rhodesia was second with 543.33 words
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Article35 1927-07-20 42 [Havas Service.] Copenhagen, July The European zone final of the D»vii Denmark versus France, is bting pi*?* Copenhagen on July 21st., 22nd.. 23rd is probable the Danish team will be and Petersen.35 words
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Article27 1927-07-20 42 Mr. L. T. Williams, of the IftW Gibb and Hope, Ipoh, has been elect member of the F.M.S. Bar Committo* 1 vu Mr. H. A. Hope, resigned.27 words
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Article690 1927-07-20 43 4 i< <///*> e homines noatri e»t farrago Juvenal.* t would like to bid farewell Although he ha< not yet left he Kt. Rev. Ferguson Davie has j I fight in Malaya, and at times »r> a fiuht. He has laid the a treat work and690 words
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Article394 1927-07-20 43 In connection with the above the Committee of the Straits Settlements Association has addressed the following letter to the I acting Colonial Secretary. Sir,— l am directed by my Committee to refer again to the inability of the Government to provide space for a parking ground for motor394 words
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Article186 1927-07-20 43 Singapore, July 14. The market during the past week has been comparatively quiet and little movement in prices has been seen. Manufacturers have shown no interest, and orders received by the trade have been low. American consumption at 33,H00 tons for June has had a steadying186 words
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Article184 1927-07-20 43 Singapore, July 14. Rubber. During the week under review the price of the commodity in London eased to Is 4*^d, but has to-day recovered V s d making Is 4%d at which figure it was quoted in our last report. In New York on the other hand the184 words
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Article46 1927-07-20 43 The F M.S. Full Court of Appeal assembled in Kuala Lumpur on Monday morning. The Chief Justice (Sir Henry Gompertz) presided, supported by Mr. Justice FarrerManby and Mr. Justice Acton. The Perak criminal appeals were taken first, followed by the Selangor and Negri Sembilan criminal appeals.46 words
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Article330 1927-07-20 43 Hobbs Scores His Hundredth Century for Surrey. RAIN CURTAILS PLAY. [Reuter's Service.] London, July 13. Rain fell last night all over the country. Kent vs. Surrey. At Blackheath: Kent led on first innings. Kent 467. Surrey 245. For Kent Chapman compiled 113 and Lee-ge 104 and for Surrey330 words
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Article142 1927-07-20 43 BOBBY JONES LEADS. I Keutor's Service. St. Andrews, July 14. Jones 72-140 and Hodson, Newport (in-Lt-ad of Hudson, Tenby as cabled yesterday) 70.142 led the field. Kirk wood (America) was 144; Cotton 145; A. Boomer (France) and Buckle (Edgbaston) 146; Dobson (Renfrew), Aliis (Berlin), E. Whitcombe (Bournemouth)142 words
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Article46 1927-07-20 43 [Reuter's Service.] New York, July 14. Miss Ryan, owing to personal affairs which will keep her abroad all the summer, will not be available for the team which will defend the Wightman Cup against the English ladies at Forest Hill in August.46 words
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Article72 1927-07-20 43 A paragraph taken from a China paper appeared in our Friday issue stating that "Chinese merchants had suggested to the Chinese Chamber of Commerce that fantan should be permitted under licence in the Colony." Owing to the omission of the name of the paper from which this was taken one72 words
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Article785 1927-07-20 43 Congdon and Cantrell Hit Hard. 8.8.1. MAKE A PLUCKY FIGHT. The Bankers, Brokers and Insurance made a courageous bid for victory on Saturday when at 3.40 they started on their very difficult task of gettin the 2d7 raised against them by the Services, for it was only785 words
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Article48 1927-07-20 43 The marriage arranged between Mr. Arthur Ernest Jago, son of the late Mr. F. E. Jago and of Mrs. Jago, formerly of Singapore, and Olwen, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Davies, of 25, Colling-ham-gardens, S.W., was to take place on June 29th., at St. Margaret's, Westminster.48 words
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240 1927-07-20 44 MONDAY, JULY 18, 1927. SERIOUS MOTOR SMASH. TWO SOLDIERS BADLY INJURED. A serious motor smash occurred in Selegie Road a short distance from the Kandang Kerbau Police Station at about 2.30 on Saturday morning, as a result of which two members of the Duke of Wellington's Regiment were seriously injured.240 words
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Article311 1927-07-20 44 VERY SUCCESSFUL FIRST NIGHT. There were very few empty seats at the Victoria Theatre on Saturday night when the new "Our Cabaret" Company commenced their present short season, very appropriately, with Cocktails. That the performance lived up to its title is, perhaps, the highest praise we311 words
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Article157 1927-07-20 44 WELL-KNOWN LOCAL CAPTAIN DEAD. Well-known in local shipping circle*, Capt. J. B. d'Crui died on Saturday morning- at the residence of his son Dr. d'Crui in the Boarding Oftieers' quarters. The late captain was well- liked in local shipping: circles and, until his retirement some six years ago, he had157 words
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Article37 1927-07-20 44 The Eurasian Association dance held at the Victoria Memorial Hall on Friday, in honour of the Hon'ble Dr. Noel L. Clarke WAI largely attended. The Adelphi Hotel hand providing excellent music, a most enjoyable time was spent.37 words
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PERAK TURF CLUB.
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Article430 1927-07-20 44 SECOND DAY'S RESULTS. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Ipoh, July 12. Batl weather prevailed for the second day of the Ipoh race meeting. Rain fell at the start and continued with short intervals throughout the afternoon, finishing up with a storm. Nevertheless there was a large attendance,430 words
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Article479 1927-07-20 44 (From Our Own Correspondent.) Ipoh, July 14. The third day of the Perak Turf Club meeting was attended by excellent weather and there was a large attendance including H. H. the Sultan of Perak. There were good fields for all races. Except in the last race479 words
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Article443 1927-07-20 44 FINE WEATHER. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Ipoh, July lti. The summer meeting was continued hero to-day in ideal weather with good going. There was a large attendance including His Highness the Sultan of Perak and the Hon'ble the British Resident, Mr. H. W. Thomson, and Mrs. Thomson.443 words
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Article227 1927-07-20 44 Open fiolf (hampi onship BOBBY JONES^,, INE [Reuter's Service-.] i St Antlre*-. i I In the Briti,h Open Golf Cfc I 72 holes, the winner v...- I American holder, with the record* I TVI Andrew*. Ju I There were unprecetleru,,} I course. A crowd estimated at I teen227 words
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27 1927-07-20 44 [Renter's Service.] n Detroit, Ju!> 17. Sammy Mandi-l!. defending his lightweight title, aon the deciikn rounds contest against Phil McG Detroit to day.27 words
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Article21 1927-07-20 44 I THE KING'B PROS. Hislty. Juh I" The King'i Prise w«i won bj I H. Vernon, late R.A.M.C., with 221 words
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Article109 1927-07-20 44 MONTHLY NIXED POUBBOMBB. A mixed foursome competition, iw medal piay. was played on Friday resulted in a win ''or Mr. Cham: Mrs, Elder. Forty-one cardi wtn out and the following were retun Mr. Chambers and Mrs. BlderU Mr. H. C. Russell Mr-. Dtlgety Mr. and Mrs. Donnell109 words
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Article55 1927-07-20 44 The engagement is snnounccd Colbnra-Bennett, of U Q v,<tn dens, London, S.W., and Joan, eldest < ter of Oswald Francis Stoaor, CM British Resident of Perak. sad Un His Highness the Sultan ot entertain his rating friends. I trainers antl jockeys who •< the Perak Turf Club'l S to a55 words
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Article9329 1927-07-20 45 T Reuter's Service. l London. July 1 1. i ial improvement in tonnage truction all over the world and j i bounds in motor-ship con. I ;he outstanding features re- Is' Register. h shipbuilding return-- figures months ended June 30 were being constructed in j and Ii eland, which9,329 words
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299 1927-07-20 48 DISCREDITABLE SITUATION. The lack of efficient provision for the conveyance of injured persons to Hospital from long: distances was further commented upon by Colonel Hope Falkner, the Coroner, yesterday. This was in connection with the death of a Chinese youth who was found in Tanjong Pagar299 words
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Article28 1927-07-20 48 Mr. F. G. Penny, M.P., on June 20th. opened a fete in the grounds of Ham House, Richmond, on behalf of the Bishop of Southwark's Twenty-five Churches Fund.28 words
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Article218 1927-07-20 48 "We Had a Royal Time." I NEED FOR BETTER WICKETS IN MALAYA. The Australian cricketers, who left Singapore by the Marella on June 28, have reached their homes in Sydney, where Macartney and other members of the team have, as they promised, been referring in glowing terms218 words
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157 1927-07-20 48 The meeting of two Chinese Funeral parties in the vicinity of Bukit Brown at about noon <>n Sunday resulted in a quarrel between rival gangfl which culminated in a double murder. The police believe that the matter is connected with secret society ac- tivitiefl and157 words
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Article201 1927-07-20 48 Two armed robberies antl a robbery were committed during the week-end. All were of a more or less serious nature although no shooting was reported in connection with any of the cases. At about 10 p.m. on Sunday, a gang of eight men raided house No. 810201 words
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Article148 1927-07-20 48 ANOTHER GOOD AUDIENCE. Singaporeans again turned out in good j numbers last night when the new "Our Caj baret" Company presented "Snappy" at the Victoria Theatre, ami Saturday night's success was tt> a large extent repeated. "Snappy," while it comprised several j fresh items, also contained148 words
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Article505 1927-07-20 48 Large Attendance For Final Day's Racing. GOOD GOING AND FAIR FIELDS. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Ipoh, July 18. The weather was bright but cool for the last day of the summer meeting here today. The going was good and a larger attendance than on any of the505 words
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Article176 1927-07-20 48 $150,000 WORTH DISCOVERED ON ANTUNG. The Singapore Preventive Service made an exceedingly important discovery yesterday, resulting in the capture of a considerable number of counterfeit notes. Mr. J. Listerman, one of the officers attached to the Monopolies Department, boarded the China Navigation Co. steamer Antung, which176 words
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Article540 1927-07-20 48 Mariamman Temple, A SENSIBLE DECISION (By Our Indian Corn Hindus in Singapore will pleased to learn that the Mohammedan Endowment Boar* ed to an expenditure a general overhaul ot Temple, South Bridge H has been in existence this i over half a century an.: ever of its establishment540 words
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Article45 1927-07-20 48 The result of the \b gey) was a ti- Int S down, S. W. Bryden S. H. Moss (15) 1 down. A card of 0 holes (B returned by the 85th The Ball Sweeps were by A. BUTOII 1 Op an<l H45 words