The Straits Budget, 12 April 1928
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Title Section28 1928-04-12 1 The Straits Budget BEING THE WEEKLY ISSUE OF THE STRAITS TIMES [ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS.] No. 3,661 SINGAPORE, THURSDAY, APRIL 12, 1928 Price 25 cents (S.S. Currency) or 7d»28 words
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Article278 1928-04-12 1 Pago gJBA-DERS 3 We Know the Worst 3 The Rubber Outlook 3 The Naval Incident 3.4 Mothercraft in Malaya 4 Avoid All-Out Methods 4 The Problem of the Air 4 Occasional Notes Y«I*CT»IM. e^s 15-17 Covering J a»t wvv*Pictures C.M.G. for the Hon. Mr. E. t. H. The Big278 words
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Article2742 1928-04-12 1 p°n Muang promises to be a very busy Si m ;S r m lhe cur rent month, says the r er Permission has already landini P ?i led f r and granted for the and I P here of Ma J° r Sarmento Beires makingGouveia, who are2,742 words
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Article247 1928-04-12 2 i ENGAGEMENTS DURING EAST WEEK. Monday, Apr. 2. His Excellency, attended by Mr. Hiddingh, A.D.C., and Mr. Churchill, Private Secretary, arrived in Singapore by mail train. Tuesday, Apr. 3. Le Marquis and la Marquise de Chasseloup Luubat, Comte de Chasseloup I.auhat, ami Croup Captain Cave-Brown-Cave arrived to stay.247 words
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Article147 1928-04-12 2 Police Theory of Suspect's Fate. Police investigations in connection with the discovery on the Changi Road on March 9, of a hadlv burnt body wrapped in a sack lead to the belief that the dead man was one of those who took part ;‘n the bombing of147 words
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Article139 1928-04-12 2 Scorched Body Pierced By Three Daggers. A body found on the Yeo Chu Kang Road on Tuesday had three daggers sticking into it and showed signs of an attempt at burning. The body was that of a well dressed Chinese, wearing socks and boots. A white topee was139 words
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Article96 1928-04-12 2 (From Our Own Correspondent). Penang, Apr. 10. The wedding of Mr. Martin Dennis Glennon, the well-known jockey, and Miss Myrtle Enid Ward, daughter, of Mr. W. A. Ward, of Penang, took place at St. George’s Church, the Rev. Keppel Gamier officiating. The service was choral. Mr. R. Billett96 words
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Article588 1928-04-12 2 Aim and Methods of The Marketing Board. (Front Our Special Correspondent.) Ipoh, Apr. 10. The Empire Marketing Board is an institution with which Malaya, as one oi the four leading countries in the British colonial empire, ought to Ik.* well acquainted—a fact which prompted your representative to588 words
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Article946 1928-04-12 2 ROYAL STUDENTS. ISIT TO KUALA KANGSAR' COLLEGE. (From Our Special Representative). Kuala Kangsar, Apr. p. A new and promising development in the Malay States which has been brought to the notice of the Under-Secretary f or the Colonies during his tour is the growing interest of946 words
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The Straits Budget
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Article838 1928-04-12 3 —Straits Times, April 5. Malaya knows the worst. Mr. Baldwin has made his announcement on the future of rubber, and whatever opinions may be on the recommendation made by the Research Committee, there is at least the satisfaction of knowing that t u period of doubt—Straits Times, April 5. - 838 words
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Article691 1928-04-12 3 —Straits Times, April 7. Amid the welter of discussion which has followed Mr. Baldwin’s announcement one absolute certainty emerges—the impossibility of pleasing everyone. The announcement of the removal of restriction on November 1 next is criticised by various groups on totally different grounds. On the one hand—Straits Times, April 7. - 691 words
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Article280 1928-04-12 3 —Straits Times, April 7. The Gibraltar courts-martial have closed, and we are sure that all British people have read the rejports of the evidence given with I pain and distress. Surprise has I been expressed that the case has I been given such wide publicity, but this—Straits Times, April 7. - 280 words
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Article659 1928-04-12 3 in the proposal.—Straits Times, April 1). The suggestion has been made to us that, in view of the alarming fall in the birthrate in Britain and the rapidly increasing number of European women with children in this country, it is a matter of Imperial importance to givein the proposal.—Straits Times, April 1). - 659 words
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Article835 1928-04-12 4 AVOID ALL-OUT METHODS. mistic a light.—Straits Times, April 10. There have now been six days in which to become reconciled to the Imperial Government's decision regarding the rubber industry, and it is possible to take a calmer view of the position. Mr. Baldwin timed his fateful announcement more happily thanmistic a light.—Straits Times, April 10. - 835 words
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Article662 1928-04-12 4 Straits Times, April 11. Brigadier-General P. R. C. Groves, Secretary-General of the Air League of the British Empire, is the latest recruit to the small army of people who are continually warning the British Air Ministry of the perils of neglecting the present opportunities forStraits Times, April 11. - 662 words
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Article971 1928-04-12 4 We had a call yesterday from a genial old gentleman, Mr. L. C. Tipper, who is passing through by the Mantua homeward hound from Japan. He is chairman of th? Birmingham and Midlands Chamber of Agriculture, a member of the Worcestershire Chamber of Agriculture, presjdent of four allotment971 words
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Article2457 1928-04-12 5 SPECIAL INTERVIEW WITH THE STRAITS TIMES. COLONIAL OFFICE AND CROWN COLONIES. (By Our Special Representative.) Taiping, Apr. 7. In a break in a busy day in this beautifully situated little town, the administrative capital of the premier State in the Federation, the Right. Hon. \V. G. A.2,457 words
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Article78 1928-04-12 5 WONDERFUL PROGRESS OF FRENCH AIRMEN. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Calcutta, Apr. 10. Costes and Lebrix arrived after a non-stop flight from Hanoi at G.30 p.m. to-day. At 2.20 a.m. they left by moonlight for Jodhpur. If conditions suitable will endeavour to make a non-stop flight to Karachi. They78 words
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Article108 1928-04-12 5 Ten Per Cent. Dividend For Past Year. The forty-second ordinary general meeting of the Singapore Slipway and Engineering Co. was held at the offices of the company at Tanjong Pagar on April 3, Mr. D. Paterson, in the absence of Mr. G. W. A. Trimmer, chairman and108 words
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Article305 1928-04-12 5 WHY ENQUIRY WAS INSTITUTED. j (From Our Own Correspondent.) Ipoh, Apr. 10. Contrary to expectation, Mr. W. G. A. Ormsby-Gore spoke freely on the restriction issue at a luncheon given at the Grand Hotel to-day by the Resident, Mr Thomson, at which prominent planters, miners and305 words
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Article1243 1928-04-12 6 CAUSE OF DEATH. ANAPHYLACTIC SHOCK UNDER ANAESTHETIC. Anaphylactic shock, while under an anaesthetic,” was put forward by Mr. C. J. Smith, Chief Surgeon at the General Hospital, as the cause of death of Mr. W. J. Balfour, who died in hospital after sustaining injuries in a motor-car1,243 words
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Article231 1928-04-12 6 In the District Court yesterday befort Mr, J. L. McFall, a European, Stanley McCracken, was charged with causing '.•rcvious hurt to a Tamil. It is alleged that the accused knocked down the complainant while the former war, tiding his motor cycle in Orchard Road on March 11. Chief231 words
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Article92 1928-04-12 6 TWO MEN REMANDED ON A THEFT CHARGE. Among the cases on the crowded list before the Second Police Magistrate (Mr. W. X. Gourlay) on Tuesday was one in which three men of the Duke of Wellington’s Regiment were charged with theft. Privates Faulkingham and Flynn claimed trial.92 words
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Article147 1928-04-12 6 Arresting Constables Narrow Escape. The shooting in North Bridge Road on March 20, of the Chinese-Indian, Devan. was the subject of a Coroner’s enquiry on 1 uesday. He was shot through the body. Two Cantonese subsequently arrested—one of them a foreman in the employ of the Cycle and147 words
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Article74 1928-04-12 6 Police Court Charge Against Shipping Clerk. Two cases of the Chinese delicay, birds’ nests, valued at $2,000, figured in a police court case before Mr. J. L. McFa.l (First Magistrate) yesterday. It is alleged that Tan Boon Beng. a cierk in the employ of Xambu Bros., shippers74 words
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Article98 1928-04-12 6 The Eurasian Co., Ride Club, S.Y.C.. held a spoon shoot on Sunday with the following results A Class.—2oo yards. Pte. P. Ar.chant 500 yards, Sgt. F, M. Gross* 600 yards, Sgt. E. C. Stewart. B Cia'S.—2oo yards. Pte. W. V. de Souza .”>OO yards, Pte. D. M. Sheddtn and98 words
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Article968 1928-04-12 6 DECISION OF EX-SERVICE MEN. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Batavia, Apl. 7. Three weeks ago I drew attention in this column to a matter of great importance to Ex-Service men which had been discussed at the annual general meeting of the West Java British Ex-Service Men’s Association, and968 words
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Article1660 1928-04-12 7 [Reuter Telegram.] Good Friday’s League Results. [Reuter Telegram.] London, Apr. 6. English League matches played to-day resulted as follows Division I. Arsenal 3 Cardiff 0 Ever ton 4 Blackburn 1 Bolton 3 Manchester U. 2 Burnley 2 Liverpool 2 Sunderland 0 Derby J Tottenham 1 Wednesday 3 West[Reuter Telegram.] - 1,660 words
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Article49 1928-04-12 7 (Aneta’s Service.) Villagers Slaughter Police Patrol. (Aneta’s Service.) Batavia, Apr. 4. Ternate A police patrol consisting of the commander and four men have been murdered by the population of Zuidvogelkop in New Guinea. The controller of Fakfak, with armed police, has been despatched to the scene.(Aneta’s Service.) - 49 words
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Article160 1928-04-12 7 The Secretary of Austral Malay Tin. Ltd., reports an accident by which the No. 2 dredge of Kampong Kamunting T. D., Ltd., was sunk early on the morning of April 5. This fortunately happened in shallow water, and the dredge was left resting on an even keel160 words
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Article317 1928-04-12 7 Chendering Tin Drudging.—Dredge. Hours 586. cubic yards 80,090, piculs 250. Hydraulicing. Hours Jabus 28.000 S. Lah. 14,000, piculs 150 S. Luh. 95. Xawng Put. North, hours 70, yards 1,600. South, hours 664, yards 27,700, piculs 310. Phin Soon Tin. —Hours 633, yards 36,567, piculs 512. Huuy Yot Tin317 words
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Article748 1928-04-12 7 BRILLIANT SHOOTING BY PTE. MCGREGOR. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Kuala Lumpur, Apr. 9. The M.S.V.R. Rifle Meeting which was begun on the Ampong range on Friday morning was the only holiday sporting engagement in Kuala Lumpur to be affected by unfavourable weather. Firing should have been brought to748 words
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Article1052 1928-04-12 8 COMPANY REPUDIATES CLAIM FOR $33,012. CASE ADJOURNED AFTER LENGTHY HEARING. Arguments arising out of a claim made by Choo Teck and Co., against the Po On Marine and Fire Insurance and Godown Co., were heard hy Mr. Justice Sproule in the Supreme Court on April 4. Mr. Roland1,052 words
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Article67 1928-04-12 8 [The Straits Times is not responsible for the opinions of its correspondents. Correspondents should beur in mind that letters must be short and to the point. Long epistles are liable to be rejected or cut down. Correspondents must enclose their names and addresses, not necessarily for publication but as67 words
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Article140 1928-04-12 8 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, I endorse most heartily all that Motorist has said about the local price ot petrol. It is shocking, Singapore having within easy reach the oilfields and at the same time being favoured with cheaper labour than at home. It is140 words
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Article165 1928-04-12 8 Fatal Fall Through Partly Closed Hatch. The custom of the Chinese for eating their meals in the open air led to a fatality on board the s.s. Ang King on April 8. A Chinese stevedore who had perched himself on the top of a partly closed hatch to165 words
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Article42 1928-04-12 8 SIAM A ND GERMANY. New Treaty Signed In Bangkok. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Bangkok, Apr. 7. A new Treaty of Friendship, Commerce and Navigation, together with A protocol concerning the provisional economic arrangement between Siam and Germany was signed in Bangkok to-day.42 words
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Article500 1928-04-12 8 MR. T. L. GOSLING’S FINE RECORD. Recently, under the heading of Fifty Years Ago,” we reprinted a paragraph telling of the reorganisation of the Singapore Volunteer Corps under Major Gray in 1878. One of the Europeans who joined that unit is still in Singapore in the500 words
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Article111 1928-04-12 8 Allegation by Elder Brother. On the arrival, in Singapore harbour on Thursday, of the homew*ard bound Porthos from the Philippine Islands, police officers vent on board and detained Mr. Antonio Osoorio. a Spanish subject. Mr. Osoorio was detained on information received from the American Consulate that he111 words
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Article92 1928-04-12 8 The first calendar of Raffles College—a provisional one which is liable to revision by the College Council appointed under the Ordinance recently passed by the Legislative Council—has been issued. The first College term is due to start on June 1, and applications for admission must reach the92 words
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Article1181 1928-04-12 8 Homeward and Outward Bound. The following passengers were booked to Unve for Europe hy the Mantua, which sailed on Friday Mrs. and Master Meade, Mr. and Hr. T. R. Wilson, Mrs. Chadderton, Sergt Mrs. A. •Lino, Mr. Snow, Mr. and .Mrs K. J. W. Prins, Miss E. M.1,181 words
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Article1524 1928-04-12 9 annual meeting. SIR MALCOLM WATSON’S RETIREMENT. The annual meeting of the British Medical Association, Malaya branch, was held at the College of Medicine, Singapore. Friday and Saturday and is being continued to-day. Presidential Address. Dr. D. C. Macaskill, Kuala Lumpur, delivered the Presidential address as follows :—Gentlemen,1,524 words
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Article1031 1928-04-12 9 PHILOSOPHY OF FAMOUS NONAGENARIAN. A Reuter cable from New York dated the 5th inst. announces the death of Mr. Chauncey Mitchell Depew, who in his day was one of the best known public men in the United States. Mr. Depew had nearly attained the age of1,031 words
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Article201 1928-04-12 9 Progress of Kuala Lumpur Stadium. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Kuala Lumpur, Apr. 5. The annual meeting of the Malayan Agri-Horticultural Association was held in the Masonic Hall. Mr. F. W. Douglas, presiding, reviewed the work of the Association and described the past year as successful. The work done201 words
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Article179 1928-04-12 9 Easter Cantata at Presbyterian Church. 'Phe first of the Easter church music was heard at the Presbyterian Church, Singapore, on April 4, when Maunder’* cantata, Olivet to Calvary, was rendered before a very large congregation. Although this is not one of the better known works it is179 words
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Article89 1928-04-12 9 Members of the four competing groups of the Y.M.C.A. junior department met at the Association premises on the sth instant. Supper was served, and afterwards Mr. J. D. Bridges, vicechairman of the junior department committee, announced the results of the past six weeks programme. An address was also89 words
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Article1323 1928-04-12 10 CRIMINAL CHARGE. “DISHONEST DISPOSAL MUST BE PROVED.” In n hire-purchase dispute, in which a defaulting hirer who had failed to return the article was charged with criminal breach of trust, it was successfully argued in a Police Court case on April 4 that proof of dishonest disposal is1,323 words
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Article192 1928-04-12 10 Miners Held Up By Armed Gang. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Ipoh, April 5. An amazing story of the robbery of $2,500 from the pay table of a mining lcongsi was told in the Supreme Court. Whilst the manager and three others were counting money to pay over192 words
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Article180 1928-04-12 10 BUSMAN’S FAILURE TO PULL UP. In a case of causing hurt by a rash act against a Chinese bus driver, before the Third Police Magistrate (Mr. C. H. Dakers) on April 4, it was stated that the driver ran into a level crossing gate. The driver stated180 words
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Article114 1928-04-12 10 Annual Meeting of Malacca Branch. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Malacca, Apr. 4. At the annual general meeting of the Malacca branch of the Ex-Service Association of Malaya held at headquarters on Mar. 31, the following office bearers were appointed for the year :—President, Mr. II. W. Esson vice114 words
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Article1123 1928-04-12 10 PRESIDENT ON SELANGOR TROUBLE. “MOUNTAIN MADE OUT OF MOLEHILL.” The annual general meeting of the Singapore Football Association was held on April 4 presided over by Mr. J. M. Sime president. The report and accounts, as presented showed a loss of $1,381.44 for the year which, it was1,123 words
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SUPPLEMENT TO THE STRAITS BUDGET
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Article, Illustration53 1928-04-12 11 H.K. the High Commissioner (Sir Hugh lifTord) invested the Hon. Mr. E. H. Wolff. Hritish Resident, Negri Sembilan, with the insignia of the C.M.(J. f at Serenthan. Left Inspecting guard of honour. Centre The investiture. Right II.II. the Yam di I'ertuan53 words
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Article, Illustration68 1928-04-12 11 11,, entire business quarter ol Sihu was destroyed hy tire month causing damage estimated at $1,000,000. Mu rs|t>\ an Kpi sen pa I Church, on the cutskirts of the bazaar, was built ot lire* •"•'-i'tinj; material and remained undamaged. Inset A Chinese temple was68 words
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Article, Illustration15 1928-04-12 11 Old Sailors’ H ome. I of (hi* Old Sailors' Homo lat ***** the allitalral Stuiart.15 words
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Article, Illustration20 1928-04-12 11 portion of (hr geiteratinK plant fm (In Sinuapuro float ini' H«wK riipplicd li\ the (iiniral tli’ftric Cn.20 words
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Article, Illustration35 1928-04-12 12 The destroyed factory at the B'j mile Thomson Road. Inside of the factory after the conflagration was subdued. Remnants of engines and lorry. Several attap houses were badly damaged.35 words
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Article, Illustration26 1928-04-12 12 Six submarines, with their parent ship Ambrose, lying at the East Wharf, Singapore, en route for home from the C hina Station.26 words
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Article, Illustration45 1928-04-12 12 Oroup photograph taken on the occasion of the retirement of Major W. M. L. Bower, Superintendent of Police, Malacca. Major Bower, who was f" rn,trl in The “Kings" (Liverpool Kegt.), joined the S.S. Police in 1902.45 words
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Article, Illustration64 1928-04-12 13 A Selangor cricket eleven came to Singapore for the holidays and met the S.on the I'adang, but persistent rain spoiled the match which had to be abandoned. Details of play are given in another column. The match in progress. S.C.C. at the wickets. Mr. Brand keptMxyata - 64 words
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Article, Illustration44 1928-04-12 13 K n<j Sien Iht Penang Recreation Club sent cricket, tennis and soccer representatives to meet the Singapore Recreation Club, but weather marred the sport. The soccer match teams are shown above, l’enang won by the only goal. K H7 SieirK H7 Sieir - 44 words
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Article, Illustration14 1928-04-12 13 Among the spectators at the Kuala Lumpur Spring races.14 words
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Article, Illustration38 1928-04-12 14 Sir Hugh Clifford and (’apt. Macartney hoarding the vessel. l.ady Clifford was an interested guest at the tiffin party. Ills Kxccllency leases after luncheon aboard. l'hf Sibuyak moving away front the wharf.38 words
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Article, Illustration21 1928-04-12 14 iot* rf the* broad promenade dock. Spacious dining saloon. In Iho smoking room. Elaborate entrance hall.21 words
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PAST WEEK’S IMPERIAL AND GENERAL NEWS Contained in Reuter, British Imperial Radio and Special Telegrams.
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Article1627 1928-04-12 15 [REUTER TELEGRAM] COURT’S DECISION. ADMIRAL COLLARD’S EVIDENCE. RELATIONS CORRECT BUT NOT INTIMATE.” [REUTER TELEGRAM] London, Apr. 4. Gibraltar The court-martial on < apt. B Dewar, composed of nve Kea y Admirals and eight Captains, has opened. (a Dewar is conducting his own de-v-Ve Mr. Kimball merely advising.[REUTER TELEGRAM] - 1,627 words
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Article134 1928-04-12 15 Provisions of New Bill. London, Apr. 8. Washington The House of Representatives Merchant Marine committee approved the Jor.es-White Shipping Bill to stimulate private ownersip and the Merchant Marine Bill, which embodies the Jones Bill. The Bill, which was drafted by Mr. White, chairman of the Merchant Marine134 words
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Article77 1928-04-12 15 Big Loss for Standard Oil Company. London, Apr. G. Havana The Standard Oil Company’s tanks have caught fire. Several hundred thousands gallons of oil are endangered. London, Apr. 7. Havana The oil fire was barely under control when fire broke out at another large Stundurd Oil77 words
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Article559 1928-04-12 15 UNANIMOUS AGREEMENT. ITALIAN CLAIMS TO BE STUDIED. London, Apr. 6. Paris The conference between Britain, France, Italy and Spain for revision of the Tangier Statute, which opened at the Quai d’Orsay on Mar. 23 to consider whether the recent Franco-Spanish agreement can be reconciled with the International559 words
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Article522 1928-04-12 16 "STATUS QUO ANTE” CONTINUES. Rugby, Apr. 4. Lord Lloyd, the British High Commissioner for Egypt, has transmitted to *\uhus Pasha, the Premier of Egypt, a note from the British Government in reply to the latter's note of Mar. .‘JO. The British Government states that it eannot accept522 words
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Article58 1928-04-12 16 Definitely Decided to be Dutch Territory. London, Apr. 4. The Hague M. Max Huber, the Swiss statesman, who was arbitrator in the dispute between the United States and the Netherlands with respect to the sovereignty of the island of Palmas, between the Dutch Indies and the Philippines, has58 words
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Article80 1928-04-12 16 London, Apr. 5. Elberfeld The report for 1927 of the Y’ereinigte Glanistoff shows a net profit of 10,700,000 marks. A dividend of 18 per cent, is proposed. Further improvement is expected after the completion of the extension of the company’s works here and the impending activity80 words
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Article892 1928-04-12 16 London, Apr. G. New York The Danish loan of $55,000,000 at I’j per cent, was oversubscribed. The Coalfield Distress Fund amounts to iVIO.OOO. Wales contributed £250. New York It is reported that the contract for the construction of a thousand miles of railway from the Gulf892 words
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Article154 1928-04-12 16 STILL BEING CONTINUED BY BRITAIN. London, Apr. 5. In the House of Commons at question time, Con.dr. Locker-Lampson said the question of allocating the Boxer indemnity was not raised in connection with the Nanking negotiations. There was n«. bombardment of the city of Nanking by British or other154 words
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Article58 1928-04-12 16 Military Outbreak Quickly Suppressed. London, Apr. 9. Caracas, Venezuela A military revolt broke out but was quickly suppressed. The mutineers killed two officers who refused to rebel and marched to the ammunition stores at San Carlos Barracks. They were received with rifle fire and several were killed58 words
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Article32 1928-04-12 16 Favoured by Brilliant Weather. Rugby, Apr. 9. The Easter holidays have been favoured kero with brilliant weather, which has stimulated the usual exodus from London to the coast and country.32 words
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Article35 1928-04-12 16 London, Apr. 7. Moscow It is officially stated that the rumours of a mishap to Trotsky are quite untrue. Nothing has happened to him. It was rumoured that Trotsky had been shot.35 words
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Article81 1928-04-12 16 Question of Racial Friction. London, Apr. 9. Jerusalem The Missionary Conference has concluded. It adopted a report racial relationships—after full discussion with representatives of areas where in tense racial friction is prevalent— doth, ing that all Christian forces were bound to work with all their power to remove81 words
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Article132 1928-04-12 16 Changes Affecting Thirty Posts. Berlin, Apr. 8. A list of changes in the German diplomatic service was published official-’ ly last night. It does not contain air surprises but affects about thirty postThe Minister at Peking, Herr Bow* re tiles, being replaced by Herr Von Bond Councillor in132 words
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Article120 1928-04-12 16 London. Apr. 5. Washington: Evidence showing that illicit narcotics are entering the United States in increasing quantities, the United States has arranged with Britain, France and Germany, and hopes to arrange v> th other countries, to exchange information about the traffic. It sought to eradicate the120 words
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Article51 1928-04-12 16 Irish Free Slate Commandant To Join. London, Apr. 7. Commandant Fitzmaurice, chief of the Irish Free State Air Force, has received permission to accompany the derma:' trans-Atlantic flight from Baldonnel. replacing Spindler, who has returned t*» Germany, as second pilot. Fitzmaurice accompanied McIntosh ;n his unsuccessful attempt in51 words
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Article69 1928-04-12 16 London, Apr. <>. New York The consignment of $r,,000.000 worth of Soviet gold recently landed in the United States has been shipped hack to Germany. The incident is an interesting sequel to the refusal of the United States Treasury to accept the gold for assay and69 words
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Article51 1928-04-12 16 WELL-KNOWN CRICKETER’ S DEATH. London. Apr. *>• Roy Kilner, the well-known Yorkshire cricketer, who recently returned India suffering from typhoid, died to-da.'., aged 38 years. Mr. Kilner appeared ir. the first fn ur the five Test matches played in 19-6. ...i returned an average of 89.42 and w'a3 in the51 words
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Article58 1928-04-12 16 London, Apr. >- Karlskrona, Sweden A bomb thrown at a house near the Naval Ar A terrific crash occurred, and many dows were broken. t i The only occupant of the house a time was Captain Count Wachtmeisi who was not injured. No arrest ha',58 words
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Article195 1928-04-12 17 youths charged. PLANS OF SECRET SOCIETY. organising armed revolution. London, Apr. 10. Calcutta: The trial has tagun of 20 Will vouths who are charged with conspiracy to “deprive His Majesty of sovereignty of India and overawe the Government of India.” Three of them also charged with195 words
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Article94 1928-04-12 17 Granting of Prospecting Rights. Rugby, Apr. 10. The Colonial Office states that the Government of Sierra Leone has received a considerable number of applications in connection with the discovery of platinum :r. that colony. Prospecting rights have teen granted to all suitable applicants, ini the government of the colony94 words
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Article151 1928-04-12 17 London County Council Decision. London, Apr. 4. Tht- London County Council, after an -'it ting, adopted a retommenda- n rheatres and Music-halls filrn-n*' 0 a^ow exhibition of the l U, aun on condition that the scene private of the tiring-party is tw ur rctusin K to151 words
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Article88 1928-04-12 17 Ix, Berlin, Apr. 10. Oracle Budapest denials, the ft f 'Tf Publishes a detailed ac,?r,f ’r Mn JUat Bethlen’s secret visit to The M° llm at MBan. :,jfs at Mi V r ?ther important visi- r *s.« of p c ,i <in continues to perturb the88 words
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Article121 1928-04-12 17 SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND STATE. London, Apr. 7. Constantinople The separation of Church and State will soon become a reality. The People’s Party unanimously approved the motion of Ismet Pasha, supported by 120 Deputies, foreshadowing the suppression of all clauses of the statute on religion, and thus121 words
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Article86 1928-04-12 17 Severe Storm In Atlantic. London, Apr. 9. New York Wireless messages fioi". incoming iineis report a severe storm in the Atlantic. Officers of the Leviathan, which docket! here to-day, state that enormous damage was caused on Thursday night. A huge wave wrecked the searchlight on the foremast. S">86 words
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Article61 1928-04-12 17 Commissioner to Inquire Into Troubles. Rugby, Apr. 10. The Colonial Secretary has selected Lieut.-Col. Sir li. C. Moorhouse as commissioner to proceed to the British Solomon Islands Protectorate to inquire into and report upon the circumstances in which murderous attacks took place on Government officials at Yerakone, Guadal61 words
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Article56 1928-04-12 17 Labour Gain From Conservatives. London, Apr. 5. The Linlithgow by-election, owing to the death of Mr. James Kidd, the Conservative Member, resulted as follows:— Mr. Shinwell, Labour, 14,440. Miss Kidd, Conservative, 9,268. Mr. Young. Liberal, 5,690. This is a Labour gain. Miss Kidd, who is a barrister, is56 words
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Article60 1928-04-12 17 First Provincial Committee Elected. London, Apr. 9. Shillong The first provincial committee in India which will cooperate with the Simon Commission was elected today, when the Assam Legislative Council elected, a committee of seven members to assist the commission to inquire into the working of the reforms. The60 words
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Article60 1928-04-12 17 League of Nations Representative Shot. London, Apr. 10. Constantinople M. Schlemmer, representative of the League of Nations and director of the local branch of the International Labour Office, is in hospital suffering from a bullet wound. It is not known how it was inflicted. The bullet was extracted,60 words
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Article67 1928-04-12 17 London, Apr. 10. Warsaw The political police at Lodz closed down the so-called Freethinkers’ Congress, which proved to be really a Communist gathering, attended by Communist Deputies and well-known Communists who had been hiding from the authorities, and also various unindentified people who are believed to be67 words
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Article150 1928-04-12 17 “BRITAIN CENTRE OF W T ORLD TRADE.” London. Aor. 10. Mr. Henry Ford is revisiting London after 16 years. Interviewed, he said he was investigating the possibilities of producing power from a big dump of London refuse at Dagenham which covers one-third of .TOO acres belonging150 words
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Article106 1928-04-12 17 Big Rise on Rumours Of Fusion. London, Apr. 11. There is considerable excitement in gramophone shares in consequence of persistent rumours of the fusion of the American Y’ictor Talking-Machine Company with the British Columbia Gramophone and Gramophone Companies. Columbia’s 10s. shares, which at the beginning of the year106 words
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Article72 1928-04-12 17 BIG PRICES AT SOTHEBY’ S. Ward 99 Diary Bought by Dr. Rosenbach. London, Apr. 4. At Sotheby’s to-day, Dr. Rosenbach, of Philadelphia, bought for £10,500, the Ward diary kept by the Vicar of Stratford-on-Avon from 1629 to 1681 and containing valuable references to Shakespeare. .Most of the diary has so72 words
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Article76 1928-04-12 17 Alleged Torture Of Prisoners; London, Apr. 9. Riga The Supreme Court t>f Soviet Russia has begun the trial of Nekhoroshev, chief of police of the town of Ghuguvev, in the Government of Kharkov, and his deputy and others. They are charged with inflicting terrible tortures on76 words
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Article51 1928-04-12 17 Started Through Aerial Bomb Practice. London, Apr. 10. Metz During aerial bombing practice a bomb dropped in the Forest of Ars and started a fire which extended for two miles over a hundred acres. Very fine young trees were destroyed in spite of the exertions of soldiers and51 words
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Article44 1928-04-12 17 London, Apr. 10. Constantinople Major and Mrs. McCallum and two mechanics, motoring from Peking to London, arrived in Europe by ferryboat from Mudania. They had exciting moments crossing the Taurus mountains, where the roads were very narrow and landslips frequent.44 words
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Article50 1928-04-12 17 Tok io, Apr. 10. The Government has ordered the dissolution of the Ronoto, an extremist proletarian party, and two other extremist political organisations on the ground that their existence is a menace to security. The order for dissolution does not affect the two Ronotoists in the Diet.50 words
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Article241 1928-04-12 17 KIDNAPPINGS. POLLS HEAVILY GUARDED. RIVAL CANDIDATES FOR GOVERNORSHIP. London, Apr. 10. New York: Lively scenes occurred at the primary elections in Chicago to select party candidates for various state and federal offices (for which final election* will be held in November) and also t» choose delegates to241 words
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Article50 1928-04-12 17 London, Apr. 10. Constantinople A Parliamentary committee is inquiring into the grain scandal, in which grain and flour valued at £500,000 is involved through irregularities and abuses. The committee passed a resolution stating that Deputy Djenani Bey, EaMinister of Commerce, should be arraigned at the high court.50 words
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Article270 1928-04-12 17 Death of the Author Of Uncensored Celebrities.” A Heater telegram from London announces the death of Mr. E. Raymond Thompson, editor of the Evening Standard since 102.’. Mr. Thompson, who had had a long and varied journalistic career in London and in the Far East, was better270 words
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Article1597 1928-04-12 18 A Fine Performance By Malays. The Malays were altogether too much for a reduced team of the Duke of Wellington's on the Stadium on Thursday afternoon, and won by four goals to nil. •Several of the regimental players have •Tore to Sumatra on a tour and the team1,597 words
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Article41 1928-04-12 18 (From Our Own Correspondent.) Penang. April 3. Boyle, the Penang Recreation Club outside left, has been suspended for the rest of the League season for striking Frost of the Penang Cricket Club during a football match last week.41 words
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Article451 1928-04-12 18 E. P. KYLE BEATS ELKINS IN THE FINAL. (From Our Own Correspondent.) (From Our Own Correspondent.) Kuala Lumpur, Apr. 8. The Straits Settlements and the F.M.S. Golf Championship meeting began here *>n Friday at the Selangor Golf Club with a Medal Competition. The A class, open to players451 words
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Article103 1928-04-12 18 The gambit tournament at present in progress at the Singapore Chess Club closes after play on the 13th inst. The present position of the competitors is as follows Class Games Ps. Av’age E. E. Coleman I 18 68* ■> 3.805 J. McCabe Keay II 20 70 3.8103 words
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Article162 1928-04-12 18 F.M2S. Beat Colony in Final For Polo Trophy. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Kuala Lumpur, Apr. 7 In the first round of the Spooner Cun Selangor heat Singapore (phis l)V goals to two. The Duke of Wellington-, bent Penang (plus 2, by fou| two. Kuala Lumpur, Apr. The162 words
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Article96 1928-04-12 18 Selangor Defeat Duke’s In The Final. Handicapped by the lameness of on* of their best ponies, the Duke of Welling ton s Regt. lost to Selangor in the final of the Spooner Cun, which was played at Kuala Lumpur Monday afternoon. Although the going was heavy, play was96 words
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Article75 1928-04-12 18 [REUTER TELEGRAM] Miss Mercedes Gleitze Succeeds. [REUTER TELEGRAM] London. Apr. 6. Gibraltar Miss Mercedes Gleitze telephoning from Tarifa, claims to have swum the Straits. Madrid Miss Gleitze, who was accompanied by many Spanish witnesses, started from the island of Palomas, near Tarifa, and crossed to Puntaleona, near Ceuta,[REUTER TELEGRAM] - 75 words
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Article58 1928-04-12 18 STUNT SWIMMING. [Reuter Telegram.] j German Champion Beats Sea-Lion. I [Reuter Telegram.] London, Apr. 10- I Hamburg Otto Kemnierich, the lonfij distance swimmer, swam 46 consecutive hours in a tank at a circus, accompanied by a trained sea-lion which gave up bel fore his master. 1 Kemnierich beat his own[Reuter Telegram.] j - 58 words
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Article54 1928-04-12 18 D. H. Kleinman Wins In Colombo. Mr. D. H. Kleinman, tennis champiol of the S.C.C., who is now on his wij home to compete in the Wimbled® tournament, showed very good form m a match he played at Colombo. J He easily defeated the f o’omB champion, Rennie, by54 words
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Article40 1928-04-12 18 [Reuter Telegram.] France Beats Wales. [Reuter Telegram.] London. A| ,r Colombes In an international match played here before a large l France beat Wales by eight pointthree. J Glorious weather prevailed, a I turf was in splendid condition. I[Reuter Telegram.] - 40 words
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Article775 1928-04-12 19 err SCORE WELL IN j SPITE OF RAIN. r.i.u nt lain ha« followed the S.C.C. 'T'wUh Selangor, with the result ..niv three-and-a-half hours play l( „Jible on Saturday and Sunday. X <<’<’. managed to collect a substan- n this short time hut rain '^in'pievented play on Monday, and775 words
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Article241 1928-04-12 19 [Reuter Telegram.] Heeney Welcomed In England. [Reuter Telegram.] London, Mar. 23. When I claim the right to meet Tunney,” said Heeney, the New Zealand heavyweight, on his arrival at Southampton for a few weeks rest in England, I am only claiming my just dues. I have fought eight times[Reuter Telegram.] - 241 words
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Article44 1928-04-12 19 [Reuter Telegram.] London, Apr. 10. New York Corporal Issy Schwartz, who is recognised in New York State as flyweight champion of the world, decisively defeated Routier Darra, the Chilean flyweight, in u fifteen round bout for the title on points.[Reuter Telegram.] - 44 words
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Article182 1928-04-12 19 Easter Visitors From Penang. Thc Easter holidays saw cricket, soccer and tennis representatives of the Penang Recreation Club in Singapore, on a vifc.it to the Singapore Recreation Club. A programme had been drawn up by the hosts that would have given the visitors a really crowded holiday,182 words
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Article81 1928-04-12 19 [BRITISH IMPERIAL RADIO] Rugby, Apr. 7. English cricket in general and Yorkshire in particular have suffered great loss by the death of Roy Kilner in Barnsley Hospital, lie became ill on the journey home from India, where he had spent the winter coaching. Kilner appeared in seven[BRITISH IMPERIAL RADIO] - 81 words
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Article75 1928-04-12 19 [REUTER TELEGRAM] U.S.A. Eliminates Mexico. [REUTER TELEGRAM] London, Apr. 7. Mexico City In the first round of the Davis up, American zone, John Hennesscy, L nited States, beat Ricardo Tapia, Mexico, G—2, 9—7, G—1. Tilden beat Robert Kinsey, G—1, 6—2, G—4. London, Apr. 7. Mexico City The United[REUTER TELEGRAM] - 75 words
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Article581 1928-04-12 19 Malacca G.C. Matches. The results of the Bell cup played for during February and March under eclectic conditions are now to hand and are as follows C. V. Brandon 28 5*4 22%(w A. Milne 36 12 24 W. Munro 34 8 26 G. J. Dickson 34 7 27 C.581 words
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Article785 1928-04-12 19 THE REAL MALAYA. AN ELEPHANT RIDE TO A NOVEL PICNIC. (From Our Special Representative.) Kuala Kangsar, Apr. 8. The spectacle of one of His Majesty's Under Secretaries of State glissading happily down fifty feet of wet granite on a banana leaf near Kuala Kangsar this morning was one785 words
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Article946 1928-04-12 20 PERAK TURF CLUB AMATEUR MEETING. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Ipoh, Apl. 7. The Faster Holiday amateur meeting at the lVrak Turf Club began to-day, when there was a large attendance including II.I1. the Sultan of iVruk and many well-known people from out-stations. The going was good. Results Horses.946 words
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Article909 1928-04-12 20 THE NEW MINISTER OF INTERIOR. (From Our Own Correcpondent.) Bangkok, Mar. 30. II. R. H. Prince Yugala, who has resigned the position of Minister of the Interior, has left for Europe to-day by the Faistria. It has been known for a few weeks that he would resign909 words
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Article115 1928-04-12 20 CLARK.—At the Maternity Hospital. Singapore, on April 11, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Stuart Clark, a daughter. KLEMM.—At the Maternity Hospital. Sepoy Lines. Singapore, on April 7. 1928, to Doris, wife of Mr. C. Klemin, a daughter. MACLEOD.—At the Maternity Hospital. Singapore, to Mr. and Mrs. Donald115 words
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Article73 1928-04-12 20 MARTIA--EBER.—At the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd, on Monday, April 9. 192'<, Donald Alfred Martia, to Essie Maud.Eber. RAYNER—ALLMAN. —On Thursday, April 5, 1928. at Singapore, William Evans Ravner to Ethel A. Allman, M. 8., Ch. 8., daughter of the lata Mr. and Mrs. Waldron, of Ktr.gswinford, StatT.s. SHELLEY—PESTANA.--At73 words
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Article144 1928-04-12 20 EXCHANGE. Singapore, April 11. j On London, Bank 4 m/s o/n ik/iJ Demand a!5 /16^ Private 3 m. credit 2 f'J On New York. Demand 2 A i Privato 90 d/a 6 On France, Bank T.T. On India, Bank T.T. 4 8 On Hong Kong, Bank T.T.144 words
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Article783 1928-04-12 20 Fraser and Co.’s Quotations. MINING. Singapore, April 11. laaue Val. Pd. Buyers Sellers 11 11 Asam Kambang 14/* 46/11 11 Bangrin Tin 39 40 1 1 Batang Padang 0.54 0.57 1 1 Batu Caves 1.30 1.35 11 11 Chenderiang 16 0 17 6 1 1 Chin Ckin783 words
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Advertisement86 1928-04-12 20 NOTICE Ail communications for both the Straits Times and the Straits Budget should be addressed to the Head Ollice, Cecil and Stanley Streets, Singapore, Strait3 Settlements. The post free price of the Straits Times to the United Kingdom and foreign countries is $48 a year. The post free price of86 words
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Obituary28 1928-04-12 20 DEATH MARKHAM. —At Bangkok from cholera, on April 3, 1928, Herbert Markham, aged 42. Deeply regretted by all who knew him. Hong Kong and Shanghai papers please copy.28 words
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The Straits Budget RUBBER SUPPLEMENT
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Article62 1928-04-12 1 Page General London Rubber Stocks The Rubber Bombshell Kul'ber Position By A. W. ©till Revlon Rubber Control Indian Emigration 1., ,al Rubber Auctions Correspondence 4 Restriction 4 \nother Burden 4 Rubber—A Suggestion CaMe News— Future of the Rubber Industry 1 Rubber in New ork Rubber Slumps i Dunlop Rubber62 words
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Article28 1928-04-12 1 Lewis and Peat's cable from their London Office Rives 535 tons increase, making a total London .rubber stocks al April 10 as revised. o8,<oJ tons.28 words
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Article44 1928-04-12 1 [REUTER TELECRAM] Break of Six Points To Low Record. [REUTER TELEGRAM] London. Apr. 9. New York: The passing of any dividend on first preferred United States Rubber caused a break of over six points t.. 79. a new low record.[REUTER TELECRAM] - 44 words
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Article40 1928-04-12 1 [BRITISH IMPERIAL RADIO] Lowest Price in London Since 1922. [BRITISH IMPERIAL RADIO] Rugby, Apr. 10. Tie price of spot rubber fell to per pound in the Mincing Lane rubber market to-day. This is the lowest 'ice since 1922.[BRITISH IMPERIAL RADIO] - 40 words
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Article304 1928-04-12 1 [REUTER TELEGRAM] London, Apr. 10. The Dunlop Lubber Company’s report i'»r ;ho year ended December bi states o the net profit was £2,379,000. A <i '«Men i ;»t the rate of 25 per cent, on the ordinary shares is recommended, 'and the carry-forward is i‘578,000. Negotiations[REUTER TELEGRAM] - 304 words
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Article1624 1928-04-12 1 [REUTF.R TELEGRAM] RESTRICTION TO BE REMOVED FROM NOVEMBER 1. ANNOUNCEMENT BY PRIME MINISTER. CONSTERNATION IN LONDON GREAT EXCITEMENT IN NEW YORK. HPHE Prime Minister, Mr. Stanley Baldwin, on April 4 made his eager1 ly-awaited announcement on the Government’s future policy with regard to restrictions on[REUTF.R TELEGRAM] - 1,624 words
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Article4129 1928-04-12 1 14 CENTS DROP. LOCAL REACTIONS TO DECISION. INTERIM PERIOD STRONGLY RESENTED. The following is from the Straits Times of April 5 The effect of the restriction announcement in Singapore can only be likened to that of a bombshell. Everywhere people are discussing the decision and its consequences4,129 words
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Article662 1928-04-12 3 Messrs. Fraser and Co.’s Weekly Report. Fraser and Co.’s weekly rei>ort. dated April 10, states With four days of the past week devoted to the Easter Holidays there is not ver v much in the way of business to •(‘port in the local share markets. Tin i-662 words
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1070 1928-04-12 3 A. w. Btm - (By A. w. Btm.) London, Mar. 14. There has been an impression here for some time past that a special influence was behind the Prime Minister’s decision to order an inquiry about restriction. Diplomatic pressure has been suggested, but most of us scout an1,070 words
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Article72 1928-04-12 3 Exports of Rubber from Ceylon. 6th Restriction Year. Month Export- Actual Exports Exable Exports Import- porta Maximum Ceylon- ed Latex Produced Rubber Rubber Tons Tons Tons Gallon! Nov. 1927 3.815 4,110 435 Nil Dee. 1927 3 815 4,165 472 Nil Jan. 1928 3.815 4,404 549 Nil Kei».72 words
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Article276 1928-04-12 3 Wo are informed by the Controller of Labour, Malaya, that a telegram has been received from the Government of India sanctioning the exemption of Malaya from the operation of ('migration Rule 23 for a further period of 6 months from April 1. 192*. Rule 23 reads as follows276 words
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Article135 1928-04-12 3 Mr. Lloyd George On Rubber. London, Apr. 7. Mr. Lloyd George in u speech at the production will be stimulated by low prices. Tbe natives have beuun to rely upon their earnings from rubber. What National Liberal Club, attacking the Government in reference to rubber, said there135 words
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Article925 1928-04-12 4 Effects of the Premier’s Announcement. Barlow and Co. Report. Singapore, Apr. 3. Following upon m very quiet week with minor fluctuation* the new* of Mr. Baldwin's official declaration in the House of Common* on the 4th ins.ant caused an immediate heavy fall in all markets. To-day’s London925 words
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Article345 1928-04-12 4 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir. —On further consideration, I lind myself very much in accord with the views expressed in the article in Thursday’s Straits Times as regards the interim period of six months, and I agree .hat the abolition of restriction should be immediate, i.e.,345 words
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Article261 1928-04-12 4 To the Editor of th« Straits Times. Sir, —Mr. Small-holder wrote to you a few days ago about Rubber Slavery, and all the heavy load they have to carry on their back day by day. May I tell Mr. Small-holder and all the interested people, what I consider261 words
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Article68 1928-04-12 4 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, —We are all looking to our Dutch friends to make the next move. If they will co-operate, I suggest decimating all existing rubber plants both producing and immature to combat over-production. Still further destruction of one out of every ten68 words
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476 1928-04-12 4 Stock Pir Exchange Value. Company. Prices. £1 Abaco 2/ Allagar 2/ £1 Anglo-Malay 21/3 £1 Ayer Kuning 1% £1 Banteng 2/ Datang Consolidated £1 Batu Caves £1 Batu Tiga 1/9/16 2/ Bekoh l/4Vi 2/ Bertam Consolidated 4/6 2/ Brieh 1/9 £1 Bidor 2/ 2/476 words
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725 1928-04-12 4 Tv--*. Closing Prieet Paid Up Value Dividends Frmaer Lyall A Company A Co. Evatt 389.293 1 35 p.c. year 28-2-27 *.Allenby ($1) 1.50 1.75 l.sa 160,000 1 20 p.c. for year 80-8-27 „.Alor Gajah ($1) 1.10 1.30 1.10 1.30 435.425 1 10 p.c. int.725 words
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Advertisement586 1928-04-12 5 Strictly Private for Ladies Only If you’re a Gentleman, then please don’t read any further, since the matter does not concern you 4*' i My Dear Belle, Just a wee note to let you know that have now found the way out of my “hermit 9 life on the estaie.586 words
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Advertisement357 1928-04-12 6 3, COLEMAN STREET, SINGAPORE. Apparatus and components at moderate prices. Short-wave sets and accessories a speciality. Prompt and careful attention given to out-station orders. Accumulator charging repairs under European Supervision. ESTATE TRUST AGENCIES 1927, LIMITED Telegrams ■‘STATETRUST/* SINGAPORE. A.B.C. 5th and 6th Edition, Bentley’s and Liebers. Telephone No. 243. A357 words
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