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Title Section17 1929-07-24 1 THE Singapore Free Press AND MERCANTILE ADVERTISER WEEKLY MAIL EDITION. THIRD SERIES. SINGAPORE, WEDNESOAV inTT^TTnon NO. 2,18917 words
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Article199 1929-07-24 1 The Mr.nchurian Issue 53 Ul. S Art Gallery 34 Week Ei 1 omment 34 mmunity and Education 34 :;r, 41 il Johnston's Pier 41 Sts. from manj Waters 41 Penang Harbour Supervision 41 ''he Cultivation of Act ±r POLICE AND COURT NEWS. Harrier's Murderer to Hang $g Gang Sentenced199 words
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Article106 1929-07-24 1 criben to rhe "Singapore Free Press** «l returning from Europe to the Straits M>f the mail line?, are invited to send Manager the name of their steamer and fjmval m S.ngapore. Cepies will thsti to meet them at various ports of call. tnptmn to the weekly 12s. per quarter JJ.106 words
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Article45 1929-07-24 1 Ban.: 4n M >' M R »-k demaml 2IS Z7,52 "> 1 2 3 23i52 York j 2|4 5116 S o od a e r *****16 Syr s a D a><i demand J anrto k. demand 139% i t 80* B^l 'lon o.Z; nnpic Paring bju45 words
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Article54 1929-07-24 1 meeting Ma^hers,;, "j., a PP^ved lighting of an,i P*Va 1 r between Al Junied Road M n of ga t r *by and exten >toh a,n t an cost of J nd **ided t T m the 19 30 estimates, la Vrm, r( lt ext ension of gas main at54 words
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Article97 1929-07-24 1 Mr. j aide(l atl .l the Rev^ue Department rest^ two n£ a few da y g ago and ar- > n Se on Wd The men H G ST* the district Judge, Mr. ?ial »o ehar^! J"** The >' claimed Jr(;, >'> rr tr bei ng m possession of v^^th.;,,?97 words
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Article53 1929-07-24 1 DOMESTIC OCCURRENCES. BIRTHS. i— ""tTw.'S t E 0 ur R T an H M pital Kuala a daughter. ta an<i Dukes. Lutplr.Yn .Iv!v U Hos!)it 1 X f. Knight, a daugh'te- vi Mrs A I- r.. c .Milli^an, a con. ARTHUR. On Monday, July 15th i 9 > 9 lt53 words
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Article326 1929-07-24 1 tn T T h laJ !i lail fro Home with dates up to June 2,th arrrived by 8.1. on Saturday monimg Thls mail leavos b p on Thursday morning. I Member of the Indian Association were At Home to the Hon'ble Mr. T. Prakasam at I eiuk326 words
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Article245 1929-07-24 1 July 23. Tin 150 Tons $110 Gambier 8 Pepper White 113 Pepper Black 56 1/2 Flake Tapioca 6% Pearl Sago Small 7% Rice. Anam No. 2 260 Copra Sundried 9V& Rice Liang Hin Chao Mark Red Eagle (New) 8.80 Rice, Siam old No. 1. SSO Rice, Rangoon Bintan 260245 words
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Article694 1929-07-24 1 July 18. When the previous Labour administration was m office no more drastic step was taken with regari to the Singapore Base than the suspension of the work, the Government being quite content to leave to succeeding Governments the task of deciding whether or no to go on694 words
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Article689 1929-07-24 1 July 19. Despite the character of part of the news which is coming through with regard to the Manchurian dispute, it is difficult to believe that either Russia or China will be so foolish as to allow it to come to a serious issue, since neither is689 words
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Article824 1929-07-24 2 July 20. Heavily engaged m the pursuit of commerce Singapore has notoriously been lax m the cultivation of the arts, although credit has to be given to those individuals and committees who have preserved among us a certain respect for music and a decided appreciation824 words
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Article668 1929-07-24 2 July 22. The Manchuria affair continues its tortuous and incomprehensiblecourse, the only solid fact appearing to be that neither side wants to fight. There is of course always danger when opposing forces are concentrated m each other's neighbourhood at times of National stress, but even were there to668 words
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Article588 1929-07-24 2 July 23. "The progress of every plan of improvement on the basis of educa- tion must be slow and g ni|ll words written bvstan,, r(i w I the leading inhabitant. s though they were in*p n a different train of ftj with truth to Raffle* ColC588 words
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Article841 1929-07-24 3 I 1,1 connection with our suggestions recently regarding the advisability ■of considering whether the prospeI "jtv of the pert is m any material lay hampered, owing to the nature I f the charges which have to be imI posed on shipping because of the capiI ul and sinking841 words
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Article338 1929-07-24 3 Sunday, July 14. At 8 a.m. His Excellency and Lady Clifford attended High Mass at the Catholic Church at Kuala Lumpur. Monday, July 15. At 11 a.m. His Excellency and Lady Clifford left Government House, Kuala Lumpur and drove to Port Swettenham where they embarked on Sea Belle338 words
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Article157 1929-07-24 3 An inquest was held by the D.O. of Kajang on Thursday into the death of a Tamil milk-seller named Palaniyandi which took place on the afternoon of June 29, says the Times of Malaya. It appears that Brothers John Cosgrave of St. John's Institution, along with some157 words
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Article72 1929-07-24 3 Mr. R. St. George Johnston, of Messrs. Harrisons, Barker and Co., Ltd., Kuala Lumnur. has arrived from Home leave M.M.I Mr. Kok Ho Leng, a member of the Tutorial Staff of the Anglo-Chinese School, Kampar has left England where he intends studying for the Bar. Mr. Kok is the second72 words
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Article1427 1929-07-24 3 FORMAL OPENING BY SIR HUGH CLIFFORD. "Worthy of the Town." H.E. the Governor and Lady Clifford up--2 rT T np at the 8te P s of «»e building m St. Andrews Road just after five o'clock were met by Mr. R. j. Farrer, President, and the Municipal1,427 words
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Article350 1929-07-24 3 Mr. J. M. Sime, Chairman, presided at the annual meeting of Ting Kil Tin Mines, Ltd., held at the offices of Derrick and Co. Hongkong Bank Chambers, at noon yesterday. There were also present Mr. J. A. Ellias, Mr. W. E. Rayner and Mr. A. E.350 words
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Article71 1929-07-24 3 The prolonged spell of dry weather m Perak, though seasonal, is beginning to cause serious misgivings says the T.O.M. One effect of the drought that has set m has been the abandonment of the AgriHorticultural Show which was to be held m Ipoh next week owing to reports from all71 words
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Article, Illustration3031 1929-07-24 4 CEREMONIAL OPENING BY H.E. THE GOVERNOR. First Step to University. An historic function m the educational and social life of Singapore, and indeed of Malaya, took place yesterday afternoon, when the new Raffles College, an imposing block of buildings on Nassim Hill, was formally declared open. There was3,031 words
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Article185 1929-07-24 4 TRAGEDY iNf Hp CooMos Buried xw [From On. n Despite tbf ,H^ national collar fl reported Mv I thecourM. of ful v fl the bottom rf fl present is ye n score of casoalt teried. It is rumour. E loose middle of th, I poured down, coohes. who185 words
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Article87 1929-07-24 4 The first puM:. fl "The King of Kil Victoria Theatre fl audience enjoyed tl I timi and vivid Mb!:. I splendid colour:! mannerisms al! I s. ntation OM of tl I the picture il I Theatre exclu- I houoei durin I Apart from I 1 187 words
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Article28 1929-07-24 4 The r»ad from the I is now open to hat! own risk. P I I Mails for and from I delayed on account the Cap and I I28 words
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Article773 1929-07-24 5 Highness the Sultan of Pahang Jebrated his birthday yesterday. v David Nelson has been licensed to cti'c* as surveyor and leveller m the u\\ the Sultan of Pahang has been used to appoint Tengku Kudin bin Teng[i Samat to be Dato Setia Lela. Bilainkin, who is773 words
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Article1802 1929-07-24 5 An appreciation. itoSn^f^s are some who claim it was won only h War thers insist sure exerted k SCaUSe5 CaUSe f econoi «ic t resMr Uovrf r Bntain s naval blockade. Pions and J T^ h&S not a few eha and Hoi "wo^TTs T^ a rUm°Urdeliveredltt! v certa1,802 words
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Article133 1929-07-24 5 In the Supreme Court, Kuala Lumpur, says Saturday's Malay Mail Mr. Chin Yin Kok made application before the Hon'ble the Chief Justice, Mr. L. 11. Elphinstone, X.C, for admission to the Bar of the F.M.S. The Hon'ble Mr. S. Veerasamy rose to make the application and m proposing the admission133 words
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Article133 1929-07-24 5 The Singapore Chamber of Commerce Rubber Association held its 925 th. auction yesterday, when there was catalogued 1,900,245 lbs.; $48.32 tons. Offered 1,497, 847 lbs.; 668.68 tons. Sold 1,056,518 lbs.; 471.66 tons. Spot. London 10 15-16 d. New York 20% cts. PRICES REALIZED. Ribbed Smoked Sheet. Cents133 words
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Article636 1929-07-24 5 Singapore, july 16. The past week has seen a considerable rise m the price of Tin which on to-day's market shews an advance of £0 on balance. London advices indicate that both America and the Continent have bought freely, while the tone of the market is aistinctly636 words
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Article133 1929-07-24 5 There was a fair gathering of members at the Serangoon Choir Club-House on Saturday evening for the S.C.B.P. billiards open championship final between Ng Cheng Kiang and Lim Meng Liang for the handsome Cup (which can be won outright by being won m three successive years) presented by the133 words
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Article996 1929-07-24 6 MURDER OF PLANTER'S WIFE. Another Estate Tragedy. [From Our Own Correspondent.] Batavia, July 13th. Following on the abnormally high number of estate murders this year, the public of the Dutch East Indies was shocked this week to hear of an even more brutal crime. A coolie on the996 words
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Article683 1929-07-24 6 MR. PRAKASAM'S STAY IN MALAYA. Connection Between Two Countries. (By Our Indian Correspondent). Members of the Indian Association were 'at home' to the Hon'ble Mr. T. Prakasam, M.L.A. last Saturday evening at Mr. O. Ramasamy Nadar's house Teluk Kurau Road kindly lent for the occasion. The function683 words
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Article84 1929-07-24 6 For failing to be present on a summons as a juror m the Penang Supreme Court yesterday morning says Wednesday's Straits Echo Mr. C. G. Rodrigo, was fined $10 by His Lordship Mr. Justice Sproule. Mr. Rodrigo who appeared later m the day, explained to His Lordship that he had84 words
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THE ASSIZES.
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Article157 1929-07-24 6 Other Murder Charges. At the Assizes yesterday before Mr. Justice Deane, the two Chinese charged with the murder of a countryman m Holloway Lane, were convicted and sentenced to death. His Lordship's summing-up lasted sixtythree minutes, the jury retiring only a couple of minutes before returning157 words
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Article1052 1929-07-24 6 Lee Wah appeared on a charge of murdering Warder Dickson m the Singapore Criminal Prison on May llth. and a Tamil named Sangali was charged with abetment of murder. Mr. S. B. Tan appeared for the first accused and Mr. K. A. Seth for the second. When1,052 words
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Article139 1929-07-24 6 GUILLEMARD RKsrm, SCHEME KWj| t Work Comply [Prom Our Own, Yesterday ,v,,„,-: B JJ II companied by Lad] Clifford new Penang water a I, the new service r ,j n*mH servoir" after the (i of office the work me the greatest Interest i A huge prtWlag of all139 words
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Article153 1929-07-24 6 Successful Sports Afternoon. I Miss Griffith-, the I and the tea* h« 1 1 of Pea I to le congi atulated on ha' I very entertaining I hall yesterday on the a I prize distribution. The i upi th«m*bi I were m tulerfully reapoi I formance whether153 words
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Article899 1929-07-24 7 POOR HANDLING OF HARD GAME. Division Leaders Draw. c 1: S.C.F.A. 1. The handling »»f the vital match between v S.C.C. and the S.C.F.A. on the Padang I ",l evening, which ended m a draw, spoilt v ha would otherwise have been one of the best games nf899 words
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Article33 1929-07-24 7 r an m tv" T railsford a well-known sportsMl,,land s, arrived by the Malwa been ll hy Mr Brailsford. He has Malayan Tl Q,] Ass istant Manager of the Collieries. Batu Arang.— Ex.33 words
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Article229 1929-07-24 7 Bribe Accepted. Pleaded guilty beTore M r C H c'r "T' m the Distrir.f r„, 1 H G clarke of accenting l T* yesterda y to a charge Mr E Pt E g r T llegal ratification, the aenn.fi appeared for lenieX^hthe""^ S n Ur t0229 words
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Article563 1929-07-24 7 Vagaries of a Jewel Deal. The District Judy;e, Mr. C. H. G. Clarke was occupied throughout the whole of yesterday hearing a case m which S. Cattiirvaloo was charged with criminal breach of trust m respect of a diamond brooch vaiued at $5,000, the property of563 words
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Article98 1929-07-24 7 Man Riddled with Bullets. Two rival gangs of Chinese gunmen were m conflict m the vicinity of Aljunid Road early on Tuesday night. A doctor who happened to drive along the road at about 7.30 noticed a body lying by the side of the road. He made a98 words
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Article19 1929-07-24 7 A new proscenium and side curtains arc» to be placed m the Victoria Theatre, at a cost of $390.19 words
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Article608 1929-07-24 7 MATTERS INDIAN. New Indian J.P. Entertained. (By Our Indian Correspondent.) Mr. Ali Ahmad Khan Surattee, ex-pre-sident of the Indian Association, was entertained at a luncheon at Mr. O. Ramasamy Nadar's bungalow at Teluk Kurau by a large number of his friends of the Association m honour608 words
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Article203 1929-07-24 7 Evidence of Civilian Victims. More evidence concerning the armed robbery at 28 Hocklam street on the night of June 14 last and the subsequent shooting down of five civilians, three Chinese, a Javanese and an Indian was recorded by Mr. F. G. Bourne, the Coroner, yesterday, when203 words
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Article74 1929-07-24 7 Mr. J. S. M. Rennie, F.S.A.A. F.C.1.5., has opened m practice under the firm name of J. S. M. Rennie and Co. as Incorporated Accountants and Auditors at No. 9 Do Souza Street, Singapore. Mr. Rennie is transferring the Plantation Company Eastern Agency Department of his business to a separate74 words
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Article941 1929-07-24 7 PRINCE SONGKLA'S BAD ILLNESS. Long Convalescence Necessary^ [From Our Own Correspondent.] Bangkok, July 10. The serious illness of the Prince of Songkla, a half brother to the King, and a full brother to the first Crown Prince of Siam, and therefore very close to the Throne, caused941 words
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Article859 1929-07-24 8 NEW OFFICES PICTORIAL ACQUISITIONS. Three Servants of Singapore. It will be remembered that m addition to the portrait of Mr. R. J. Farrer (the pr» sent Municipal President), the portraits of Mr. A. Gentle, Dr. W. R. C. Middleton and Mr. R. Peirce were also recently placed859 words
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Article594 1929-07-24 8 STORY OF JEWELLERY DEAL. Sentence and Appeal. S. Cathirvaloo, the undischarged Indian bankrupt who was charged at the instance Wee Kok Tai, the proprietor of a motor car business, with criminal breach of trust m respect of a diamond brooch valued at $5,000, was yesterday convicted by594 words
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Article342 1929-07-24 8 Explanation m Court. WTien Cathirvaloo, the Indian, who was charged with criminal breach of trust was convicted by the District Judge, Mr. C. H. 6. Clarke, yesterday. Mr. Page asked His Honour's indulgence to explain the position of Mr. D. K. Walters who, it had been342 words
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LOCAL FOOTBALL.
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Article843 1929-07-24 8 Draw at the Stadium. European XI. 1: Loh Wha. 1. The Loh Wha tourist eleven, after beating the Malayan Chinese by one goal on Sunday were checked by a European elevvn at the Stadium last evening, having to be content with a draw. It was a843 words
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Article23 1929-07-24 8 Last night's results m the Second Division were: R.A.O.C. 2, O.T.F.C. 1 Ap C 2, S.R.C. 1. T?A 2, R.E. I.i23 words
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Article30 1929-07-24 8 Mr. Cameron, of United Engineers Ltd., Ipoh, has been admitted to the European Hospital, Batu Gajah. with an injured foot as the result of a falf from a riklsha.— T-O.JM.30 words
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Article200 1929-07-24 8 S.R.C. DRAW witu GUNNKRs H MUJ o. Xx In spite of hav.n* v exchanges m their gam, Artillery at the Stan,,. noon the s.r.c. had t„ goalless draw, Individually lorwards showed an of combination m then lers was dashing and dangerous, but Hay. alto deal out some n k200 words
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Article181 1929-07-24 8 Successful Meet at X.L [From Our Own < Kuala Lumpur. J u l\ The A.A.A. sports tine weather, though th-. of the afternoon. There- w attendance, including Sir Peel. Two records m N long jump, wherein Doml I the previous bar by in* -h« a, vl j inches181 words
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Article27 1929-07-24 8 The July Mixed I fe IftOl was played "esterday iffe won bf Mr. Hash and M four card* were taken (Mil in^ were returned.27 words
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Article38 1929-07-24 8 Ladies' medal (Strife nesday and Thursday Bevel taken out and the fellea inf "*m The Pilot Board of Naaag to Mr. Robert Piarion Burton act as Pilot, m the IVna' LiCV JVfrs. Sharpin, Savage, Cnpps,38 words
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Article847 1929-07-24 9 f^^ Association has been regis- T Lonie has been seconded for J)r> under the Government of Trengj^vic* umR rm T*X A. m f~% rr Menon, survey uept., &.b., has M ,,,'nn<U«l for service under the Govern- „v A.*\h took place on Monday at the Str Hospital,847 words
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Article881 1929-07-24 9 v Juvenal. audiT^re^ T* tH?** entry m the to regard that illusive Tonicist w. accoun ts "Goodwill," The wXnson^ f m Ved t0 «»'»>™t«on at Miss of th' Tern aC th c c Shin tion f the ValuC scheme m. shanghai electric power Shanti BS n881 words
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Article691 1929-07-24 9 Vacant Land Values. The following is taken from minutes oi* a committee meeting held at the Malacca Club, on July 12th. ACCOUNTS. A statement of Accounts for the year ended June 30th shewing a surplus of $176.03 was submitted and approved subject to Audit SIR RONALD ROSS691 words
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Article120 1929-07-24 9 Port Dickson Y. C. Race. Nine boats started m the race which was held at the Port Dickson Yacht Club on Sunday: Miranda (G. H. Woo), Grampus (V. W. Ryves), Nereid (W. H. Wood and Garside), Buaya (H. S. Brown and Whatford), Wattle (Parker and Clark- Walker), Waless (H.120 words
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Article30 1929-07-24 9 "Why, you young beggar, you have just asked for a job," said the chemist. "You see, I am Dr. Brown's boy, and I fast wanted to see how I stood."30 words
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR.
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124 1929-07-24 9 To the Editor. Sir, In spite of many complaints, nothing has yet been done to abate the horn nuisance. Tenants of houses etc.; are moving away because of the noise. Those who are forced to remain pack wads of cotton wool m their124 words
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Article182 1929-07-24 9 To the Editor. Sir, There has been considerable talk about the demolishing of the eating stalls near Johnston's Pier, but we the frequent visitors to these stalls find no reason why the Officials of the Singapore Harbour Board should want to do away with them,182 words
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Article105 1929-07-24 9 To the Editor. Sir. Having read your journal of 17th instant, I have pleasure to mention that fish which are able to climb up coconut trees and sloping hills are plentiful m my fishing ponds at Upper Serangoon Road. I have also seen another kind105 words
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Article124 1929-07-24 9 To the Editor. Sir, With reference to your comments under this heading on page twelve of today's issue of the Singapore Free Press, we desire to correct the statement that the M. L. Breeze was built m England. It was constructed by this Company at our Tanjong124 words
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Article255 1929-07-24 9 To the Editor. Sir. The Municipality of Singapore have now abolished the private scavengers m the district I live, and have taken it upon themselves to remove the nightsoil from all the premises m this district, private or otherwise. The method of procedure is for the Municipal Town255 words
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Article54 1929-07-24 9 The engagement is announced of Mr. Cheah Keng Hay, Untied Engineers, Ltd., Taiping, the nephew of the Hon'ble Mr. Cheah Cheang Lim, J.P., (Ipoh and Penang) to Miss Beh Leng Siew, the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Beh Kirn Hoe of Penang. The marriage will take place very shortly54 words
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Article1203 1929-07-24 10 LENGTHY EXAMINATION YESTERDAY. Sharp Passages of Words. Throughout the lengthy public examination of Mr. A. M. Sarkies m the Bankruptcy Court before Mr. Justice Deane yesterday afternoon there were sharp passages of words between bankrupt and the Assistant Official Assignee, Mr. Cocker. The examination was again1,203 words
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Article76 1929-07-24 10 A NEGLIGENT DRIVING CHARGE DISMISSED. Police Methods Criticised. [From Oui Own Correspondent.] Kuala Lumpur, July 19. At the Police Court to-day J. L. Ross was discharged on the charge of negligent driving resulting m the death of a Sikh. Counsel for the defence criticised the police who had76 words
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Article247 1929-07-24 10 Making up of Roads. The following action was taken at meet* ing of Committee No. 3 on July 12th. In view of offer by nearly all the frontagers m St. Michael's Road to surrender land required for widening to 36 feet, referred back apportionment of cost of metalling247 words
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Article179 1929-07-24 10 54;"> Hours Flying Since Formation. The report for the week June 30th. to July Oth. states: Total Flying Time 11 hours 55 nuns. Dual Instructions f> hours 25 mins., Solo Flights 4 hours 25 mins.. Passenger Flights 5 mins.. Tests 1 hour. Flyinsr was possible only on179 words
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Article653 1929-07-24 10 BANKRUPTS BLANK MEMORY. Released from Prison. Making an application m the morning, to review, rescind or vary a recent order of the Court concerning the International Overseas Co., (Teo John Long, bankrupt), the Assistant Official Assignee said that the bankrupt was lodged m the Civil Prison on April653 words
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Article148 1929-07-24 10 A Good Sportsman Lost. Mr. J. Utermark, Manager of the local branch, Koninklijke Paketvaart Maatschappy, left Penang yesterday, says the Pinang Gazette of Tuesday en route for Java and from there will tranship to a mail boat bound for Holland. Mr. Utermark is retiring for good after148 words
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Article60 1929-07-24 10 An order for the prisoners return under escort to Miri to stand trial on a charge of criminal breach of trust was made by the District Judge yesterday when the Chinese clerk who was arrested on a warrant m Singapore was brought up before him. The accused60 words
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Article549 1929-07-24 10 BURMA-MALAY t.v APPEAL TIN Opening \r K{m%u The Jelai (un,,.,,, justic. 5u.,.,;..", Appeal. Kuala Lun yesterday aftern,,, Mail. The appeal Malay Tin < oiapem Nfc of Pahang. and' th judgment of Mr. .1 fusing their applicaf June 25 of th. the Maharaja Perha I. Irving, and the I;.,549 words
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Article27 1929-07-24 10 Mr. and Mrs. J. A. S. leaving for Home on holM nfl fl« days' time, were entertain the Loke Lam Club by a num Chinese friends. T.O.M27 words
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Article1069 1929-07-24 11 MONDAY JULY 22, 1929. MATTERS CHINESE. vnRTH CHINA FAMINE ym RELIEF. Further Appeal. rgy Our Chinese Correspondent.] ho-^e Singapore (hinese Chamber of Comer* has acknowledged a letter from the ILmationa R< lief Society, Shanghai, asking for funds for famine relief m Honan, Kansn and Shensi. Th, letter pave details of1,069 words
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Article239 1929-07-24 11 IN GROVE ROAD. Fire Escape Smashed. Two firemen anH nu injured i„ Grove Road ir,"\T C ie Were 01 yesterday niornint 2 he early hours crashed into zfirl'JX Z? m tor lorr y hoisted on to!l Whlle lt was being out to deal wit h a e fi239 words
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Article163 1929-07-24 11 The funeral of the Chinese detective who died as the result of bullet wounds received m a fight between two detectives and a gang of Chinese gunmen, took place on Friday and was attended by full police honours. The burial took place at the Cantonese Cemetery,163 words
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Article134 1929-07-24 11 On Tuesday evening, says the Kuala Pilah correspondent of the Malay Mail, a Chinese of Kuala Pilah whilst searching for medicinal herbs m a nearby jungle was bitten by a snake above the left ankle. In about half an he ur, swelling appeared. A friend who134 words
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Article56 1929-07-24 11 At Wednesday's meeting of the Kinta Sanitary Board, the chairman, Major Kidd, expressed appreciation of the work done by Mr. J. A. S. Jenniners, J. P., m raisine: a fund for the Kinta hearse and by the Hon'ble Mr. Cecil Rae and Mr. T. P. Nailer who assisted Mr. Jennings56 words
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Article337 1929-07-24 11 VYTHILINGAM AGAIN CHAMPION. More Records Broken. [From Our Own Correspondent.] tv,,.™ Kuala Lumpur, July 20. Three more records were broken m Saturday's A.A.A. sports, the 220 yards half mile and hurdles, Vythilingam beTng atWete n^ am to be the champion athlete, thus winning back the title he lost337 words
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Article624 1929-07-24 11 Geylang English School Sports. The annual athletic sports of the Geylang English School were held on Saturday afternoon m the presence of a large gathering oi" school boys, their parents and friends and many others interested m the educational work of Singapore. No pains were spared to make624 words
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Article297 1929-07-24 11 THE ALSAGOFF CUP FiNAL. A Spirited Opening. Kota Rajah 3; Spore Peranakan .0: The Kota Rajah football team and the Singapore Peranakan Association 11 met at the Stadium yesterday m the final of the B. M. Alsagoff Cup. The game commenced m very promising fashion, but the S.P.A.297 words
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Article71 1929-07-24 11 The Singapore Amateur Football Association issue the following report for the week-ending. Saturday, July 20th.:— GENERAL INFORMATION. General Council Delegate: Dr. K. K. Pathy has resigned from the General Council and Mr. C. I. Pereira has been nominated as the I.C.F.A. delegate to the Council. Loh Wha71 words
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Article181 1929-07-24 11 The S.V.R.A. spoon shoot on the Farrer Range on Sunday afternoon (7 shots at 200 yards, 7 at 500 yards, and 7 at 600 yards, H.P.S. 105 points) resulted as follows: Spoon Winners: 200* Xett L/c Ong Seng Wee 30, H'cap Pte. L. W. Donough 33.35; 500*181 words
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Article58 1929-07-24 11 Fines of $200, $300 and $1,000 were imposed on three Chinese respectively, who were convicted on Saturday of being m possession of non-Government chandu. The accused, who had just come off a steamer which arrived from China, attempted to pass the Revenue officials with the drug which was found concealed58 words
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LOCAL CRICKET.
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Article419 1929-07-24 12 Services' Big Score. The Etceteras, playing the Services m the S.C.C. tournament on the Padang, were set to face a big score when they were called upon to bat on Saturday afternoon. The Services' promising start the previous evening of 114 for three wickets bore fruit;419 words
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Article37 1929-07-24 12 P. W. L. D. Pts. Merchant^ 2 2 0 0 4 Service I f 1 4 8.8. and I. 2 1 0 1 3 Etceteras 0211 P.S. and L. 2 0 2 0 037 words
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Article291 1929-07-24 12 Padang Match Surprise. Evan Wong was caught napping by Davenport m the first over of the match between the S.C.C. and the S.C R.C. on the Padang yesterday and came back to the pavilion without scoring. In getting the Chinese out for 112, the S.C.C. changed their291 words
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Article231 1929-07-24 12 An S.C.C. 2nd XI were beaten by the K.E s at Pulo Brani yesterday by one wicket and forty runs. The scores were: S.C.C. 2nd XI: T. M. Calhaem, c Dewey, b Carter, 5; W. J. Pearce, b Mills 7; R N Walling, run out231 words
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Article100 1929-07-24 12 i.„„L- c nf rubber held by dealers and on estates of The following Census o stocks o rubbe MieM y of the same over 100 acres on June 30th. WW l£*2Xi are compiled from returns by estates estates and certain export figures. The stocks are loiny and dealers.100 words
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Article354 1929-07-24 12 McNair Road School Sports. Those who accepted invitations to the first annual sports of McNair Road English School had a fine opportunity of judging the splendid progress the school had made since its opening only a short while ago. There are now 320 boys on the roll and pupils354 words
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Article121 1929-07-24 12 The concert organised by the Wesley Epsworth League and held at the Wesley Church Hall, Fort Canning Road, last night received splendid support and the Church Hall building fund should materially benefit as a result. The programme included a splendid interpretation of the playy "Michael" for which121 words
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Article182 1929-07-24 12 Golf Competitions. [From Our Own Correspondent.] Malacca, July 19. The Indies' Monlitly Medal was played off under Bogey Conditions on 17th July and resulted m a win for Mrs. W. K. Yowler 10 with a score of all square. Other scores were: Mrs. George Holden (7) 1 down182 words
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Article149 1929-07-24 12 The adjourned second annual general meeting of the Muslim Students' Aid Society was held on Wednesday at 5 p.m. at the Persenangan Stia Club. North Bridge Road. There was a fair attendance of members p i*e sent. The minutes of the last general meeting held on149 words
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Article85 1929-07-24 12 A splendid performance was given by the Merrilads at the New Word on Thursday evening of the drama Boh Nai Hoe m aid of the Singapore After Care Association. The Hon. Secretary, Mr. C. D. Cox during the interval expressed the gratitude of the Association for their85 words
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Article63 1929-07-24 12 The following additional subscriptions are acknowledged. General Fund: Derrick and Co., $100; British- American Tobacco Co., $50; Manasseh and Co., Perry and Co., Mr G L Peet, Mrs. J. Schuff, Mr. J. W. Harries, $25 each; Mr. A. Suratee. $20; Miscellaneous $85; Previously acknowledged, $6,011 50Total. $5,341.50. Chinese63 words
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Article22 1929-07-24 12 Last night's Gfczeitte notified that Mr. Walter Clarence Huggard X.C, assumed -the duties of Attorney-General S.S., on July 13.22 words
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206 1929-07-24 12 A r,,w <N H„ Us The late>t A.l>.C,the lr e M: N^W bert and Sullivan over Mriei of eight p r f, L to I memorable Saturday night >)< cally the B*tertak,ng wili annals af emati 111 ntU pore as one oi ti„206 words
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Article72 1929-07-24 12 On Saturday mon Mr. C. H. G. (lari. of the IS convieti wl ,>ed fra Criminal Prison on Maith 14 tence »»f two years J was passed on the a. hoarded the stean r 1 Hong Kong hut it f Hong Kong and bl wai He is72 words
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Article282 1929-07-24 12 Mr. A. H. Moan from leave early m N Mr G. C. D f the Ipoi the Chartered Bai to Penang. The letter from *I deal- with a pr;\a*. lie one and shou!.natation* by tin il of the Firm. It i> notified m the < I mission as Honorar;. <282 words
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Article740 1929-07-24 13 INTERS TO THE EDITOR. TH E CULTIVATION OF ART. To the Editor. 9ir j would be grateful if you could mjgori the courtesy of your columns for a few brief remarks with reference to your leading article dated 20th. instant, regarding tfc nod of an Art740 words
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Article221 1929-07-24 13 At the first annual general meeting of the Johore Indian Association held on Friday last, the following were elected officebearer, for the current year: Dr. S. Luther, President ire-elected); Mr. C. S. Subramaia Iyer, Vice-President; Mr. T. C. Easaw, Hon. Secretary and Treasurer (re-elected); Dr. J. I) Perinbam, Mr. K.221 words
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Article1284 1929-07-24 13 RIGHT OF PARTIES TO BE REPRESENTED. Supreme Court Application. D^wT' CoUrt before Mr Justice of Mr J h n Mr J on behalf of mI«H. Mun del), applied for a writ Chief ?«„°r CoRlmanfli ng Mr. W. Mellor, ririrt n/' f° r f M Whinery. to admit1,284 words
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LEAGUE FOOTBALL
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Article503 1929-07-24 13 Dolfatah Shoots Well. Malays 5 Seletar 0. Although the first half of the First Division match between the Malays and Seletar was dull and uninteresting, the second half certainly made amends, for the Malays commanded most of the second half play and scored all their five503 words
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Article23 1929-07-24 13 The following matches m the secor I division were played last evening. Welch 8 O.T.F.C. 0. S.C.F.A. (A) 3 V.M.C.A. 0.23 words
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Article254 1929-07-24 13 Several Mishaps. The two six metre yacht?, with June and Ella-Dorothy were the only starters m the A Class race. Tromp v/as nrst away, iollowed by June and Ella-,Dorothy. Kilat was late, owing to a misunderstanding as to the time of starting. The wind254 words
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148 1929-07-24 13 Good Work by Colony Stumper. [From Our Own Correspondent.! Penang, July 22. A feature of the week-end match between the Europeans and the Rest was the brilliant wicket-keeping by Prattley, (who. it is assumed, will keep for the Colony m the match against the148 words
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Article103 1929-07-24 13 Club Championship Results. The following were the results of the quarter-final round of the Club Championship and July bogey competitions played at the Race Course over the week-end: Club Championship. Ibrahim beat Van Der Beck, 4 and 3. De Silva beat A. L. B. Lim 2103 words
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Article103 1929-07-24 13 [From Our Own Correspondent.] Ipoh, July 21. Simultaneously with the Penang Glugor Shield athletic school championships an exceptionally successful Central Perak schools contest was held at Ipoh yesterday m bright weather. Six former records were overhauled the pole vault (9 feet) hundred yard? (10 l-sth)), throwing103 words
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Article165 1929-07-24 13 Not only is the drought responsible for the failure of agricultural crops, says the Times of Malaya, but the effect on the local mining industry has been remarkable. Many a struggling Chinese open-cast mine has found the failure of its water supply fatal, and quite a number165 words
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Article33 1929-07-24 13 Mr. W. S. Coombes, the popular Honorary Secretary of the Gopeng Gymkhana Club, will shortly hand over the duties to another as he will be leaving the District m a little time -T.O.M.33 words
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Article932 1929-07-24 14 THE ESTATE TERROR IN DELI. Public Indignation. [From Our Own Correspondent.] Batavia, July 19. The murder of Mrs. Landzaat, the wife of a planter, on the Parnabolon Estate, is still the chief topic not only m Deli but throughout the Dutch East Indies. In addition to the petition932 words
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Article513 1929-07-24 14 THE CLIFFORD FUND OPENED. Need for Greater Support. Following the references at the opening of Raffles College to the need for a much increased financial support, the Acting Principal, the Hon'ble Mr. R. O. Winstedt, Director of Education, writes asking for the public's assistance for the Clifford Fund513 words
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Article252 1929-07-24 14 The directors' report to the shareholders to be presented at the annual meeting at Evatt's at nooh on Tuesday, July, 30th. states: The net profit for the year including profit on sales of land amounts to $5,094.66 (as against $40,612.23 for the previous year) to which252 words
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Article23 1929-07-24 14 Mr. Hafiz Ghulam Sarwar, late of the Malayan Civil Service and until recently the District Judge of Singapore, has arrived m Penang P.G.23 words
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Article7704 1929-07-24 14 [Reuter's Service.] London, July Ift. In the House of Commons the Post-master-General announced the establishment within two or three months of a public service between London and Berlin for the telegraphic transmission of pictures, photographs, and similar matter. London, July 17. Despite the temporary break which oc-j curred a7,704 words
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Article115 1929-07-24 16 ,ELAI 'X. I Application mi n Appe|| I [From Our Ov^l I The jelai ni srtr^Ni I an appeal befon 7 h >uC Farrer-Manhv and j W& M£ courts Tm The appeal aai brourtt^ I Malay Tin C, (mi ,ny a^ ns >/' X Pahang and s „ug.115 words
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135 1929-07-24 16 [From Our o» Kaali I umpur i,,i. The Jelai CoOCei all day pesterdaj ing. After the result a decision refusing to join three *W ties as defendant bi»? main case will Mucn iepaadi upon tl lay riaciMMula, It aai n yesterday that Sir H135 words
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Article46 1929-07-24 16 I J Diethelm's Premises Opened. I [1881 press ICKTK l HangUk. JuS I The Minister af the laterkt opewiii new premises of Me*>i> Dieth< pany this aft* moon with mony. The building which > f M .mpall character has eaal sand tieaK to erect.46 words
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Article44 1929-07-24 16 BANGKOK PROPERTY MARKET. Ciovernment bi} Hi* Silt IFRKK PKK.ss BBBVICB. COfTllfiil llsngkok. Jul* M The Siamese Government announce* I has purchased the Bangkok ing the river for use for r.-w headqutf* for the Forest. Fishery and Irrigation* vices. The price is equivalent to 0144 words
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Article80 1929-07-24 16 Successful Year. [From Our Own Cert P J Ipoh. it\) At the Malayan TeacherThrift Societv annual Mil chairman. Mr. Ke.r. Chief Schools, commended thr success of the veai v tr I profit of |Z£j whereby a dividend of Bte available. Membership he advised them to dw v80 words
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Article43 1929-07-24 16 Security Deposit Require [FREK PRKSS m\ llam-'k.-k July, Owing to the hM m Nakorn Sri Tamar.i rM fact of 50 per cent ti ers failing to report t ual m the Straits. Kedah W posit from them unless pinoculation certificate-43 words