Straits Echo, 12 January 1914
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Title Section33 1914-01-12 1 Straits Echo »*iU UIROMCU Of EVENTS. CIKCliUT.NC THROUGHOUT THE STRAITS, THE HEATED MALAY STVYt > THE f, R e gT VOL. 12. $24 Per Annum PENANG, MONDAY, 12th 1914. Copy, 10 crali. No. 933 words
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Advertisement1111 1914-01-12 1 If yen r»*<|oM6 T atij thinfr to nourish jou, tiriuL DOCS MEAD GUINWESS'S STOUT and look [fttK for tbit label that V you il TIANO LEE f C«., S*l« Agcata. I ■■■MB > e»'xa* Andrew Uskr Co.’s SPECIAL RESERVE. O.V.G. Whisky. SAND1LANDS, BUTTERY 8 Co., AGENTS FOR PENANG F. M.1,111 words
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Advertisement260 1914-01-12 1 non »»anb crJiNT *v //7238 Of. T *■3 r. m BEBT r ~>* AI L PUKPOSCS. annannannann a a a a n a R«ad this Advertisement. nananqnonnan a a a a T>uth of Lsth Juue, 1913 Mv S °t l“th Dumber.*1913 n C a Vti: At an auction held in260 words
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Advertisement99 1914-01-12 2 WAR MF 9 g? OJ/A TlF ■s "■X 7J r-'VT cxlra Special twitn mm w W- V l, OF GREAT AGE GrondPrix -j^s •I s 1500 $L Loui i WM SfcvC ML* -v Ov 'f\vX ft LONDON PFRTHist wmm "i AV'I pm*.;. y; X m m>,[ 'HP: n m c...'.99 words
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Article1268 1914-01-12 3 A STRONG ARM NEEDED. (From The Time•' Corrrspondent.) Peking, Not. 26. To explain the situation in Canton as it was this time last year it was necessary to paint a decidedly fantastic picture It bas now to be acknowledged that a change has come over1,268 words
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Article329 1914-01-12 3 Shanghai Companies. Some very important points with respect to com pan? management were raised by Mr. Anderson at the meeting of shareholders of the Dominion Rubber Company. The in. sufficiency of even the amended Hongkong Ordinance has been pointed out in these columns, and recent developments in connection329 words
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Article184 1914-01-12 3 Austrian shot at Batu Cavrs. An Austrian named Dressie was admitted to the European Hospital on January 6tb, suffering from a revolver wound in the foot. He said he was shot at whilst returning late at night to Batu Cares, and the occurrence was accordingly reported to184 words
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Advertisement482 1914-01-12 3 Just Landed one 15 30 h.p. (»913 Mode 1 Single S!"ve Va!v« ARGYLL CAR. SILENT. SIMPLE* SMOKELESS. lisara of 1/tytl C*n. Hi. Maj-tj Tbs Kmg HM Quean DmdWb H U U. Prinoess ftftom. H.I.M. DowafSf Empress of Russia. IT R.H. Qr*m I'rinoe of Germany. HUH. Crown PrIBCMS of Germany. HUH.482 words
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Advertisement63 1914-01-12 3 Core That Cc«th. Wteo tou hare troublware coupb. it does not mean that tou haTe consumption or that tou a*e eoicc to haTe it, but it does mean that Tour 1ud?s are threatened. and it is just as well to be on the safe side and J take Chamberlain’s Couch63 words
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Advertisement12 1914-01-12 3 Wood*’ QrmX P«pp*rnnmt Cur», For Cowfka a»d Cold*, mmrwr tela, 1«. M.12 words
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Advertisement347 1914-01-12 3 unnnnncnnnnnnnnnannntmnnnnnnnu SANDOW’S HEALTH 8 STRENGTH COCOA Gives strength to the muscles, tone to the nerves, health to the whole system. It stimulates, strengthens, and sustains. Better than medicine. r y OCDI Grand Now in Full Swing to Cheer the Hearts of Young Old. Tons of fully-laden Santa Clam Stackings. Bon-Bon*,347 words
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Article107 1914-01-12 4 Himalaya, Br. 3.706, Evans, Jan. 10, Bbanghai, l»ec. 30, 0«-— A- Q- A Co. F.llephanta, Br. i.i., 1,144, Coop*. Jan. 11, Calcutta, Jan 2, Goo.— H. L- A Co. Atreut, Br. a a., 4,290. Williamson, Jan. 11, Liverf.-001, Dec. 12, Gen. W. M. A Co. Dunera, Br. i.i., 3,403,107 words
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Article42 1914-01-12 4 Jandabt 12. K■ F AVrrfitwirrf, for Colombo and Tuticorin. Cornelia, for l’ort Swettenbem, Port Dickaon and Malacca. Avagyet, for Dindings, Bitiawan end Teluk Anton. Dunera, for Calcutta. U Feng, for Puleu Langkawi, Perils and SetulFlying Dragon for Port Weld and Taiping.42 words
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Article250 1914-01-12 4 Foe Yen—Per Jit Feng, to-morrow, 7 a m. Tougkab—Per Sappho, to-morrow, Ipm Singapore, Cbina and Japan—Per Torilla, to-morrow, 4 p m. Teluk Anaon—Por Hebe, tomorrow, 4 p.ui. Port Swettenham and Singapore —Per h'lang, to morrow, 4-30 p.m. Ceylon, Australasia, Indie, Aden, Durban, Egypt and vie Naples, for Europe250 words
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Article122 1914-01-12 4 Purr an o, Januant 12. (By couriety of the Chartered Bank.) London, Demand Bank 2 4,', 4 mouth»' sight Bank 2 4 3 Credit 2/41 3 Documentary 2/4 Calcutta, Demand Bank Ra. I<4 3 days’sight Private 175 f Bombay. Demand Bank 174 Moulmein, Demand Hank 173) 3 days’ sight122 words
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Article208 1914-01-12 4 Gold L°af 964.40 Black Pepper 1 no ttock White Pepper 29. teller» Trang Pepper 19 75 6« ert Cloves 38 huy rt Mace 110 nominal Pickings 74 tel'er» Nutmegs 11 Os.- 23. r 0 teller» No. 1 6.10 filet Sugar < 2 5.. r 0 rale» Basket 515 buyer208 words
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Article174 1914-01-12 4 Penang, January 12. Beef— e f*;l Soap P° rc lf y Roast 24 Steaks Stew or Curry Meat Rump Steak O* Tail 30 Tongue Feet Heart 3( J Liver per catty 55 Pom Pork i* r ratty Pig’s Head 24 Feet 2^ Tongue 40 Mutton P > h174 words
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Advertisement510 1914-01-12 4 *f s£ a I THE CRITERION PRESS, LIMITED, fe 69, BEACH STREET, PENANG, FOR GOOD PRINTING and anything in stationery. Telephone No. 343. Telegrams:— Echo Penang. 'A' iA '‘ViW«yt f vY-.- teWv’Ai l ;^Sf 5~-* The hot damp climate mm is the main cause of the spreading of fever in510 words
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Article289 1914-01-12 5 At the annual general meeting of the Singapore Y. W. C. A. Mita Radford, the secretary. in the course of an eloquent and inspiring address, said that the Y. W C A in Singapore stands for the two mighty objects of protecting the many who289 words
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Article359 1914-01-12 5 Calcutta, December 27. The rumour of the Viceroy’s resignation was tiualiy laid to rest by the declaration of Lord Hardinge of Pensburst when in the course of his reply at the Calcutta Club dinner last night he said, amongst other matWs; “As I have still nearly359 words
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Article131 1914-01-12 5 The mortality returns for Singapore issued by the Registrar of Births and Deaths show that, duriug the week ending January 3, there were 193 deaths (140 males, 53 females giving a ratio per mille of population of 31 35, including four deaths at Bt. John’s Island, and131 words
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Article185 1914-01-12 5 The draft of an ordinance to amend the Holidays Ordinance 1879 is printed in the current (issue of the Gov-rnment Gazette The objects and reasons state: —This Bdl provides that the first day after the close of the Mohammadan fasting mouth which is observed as a holiday185 words
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Article268 1914-01-12 5 The last of Mr. Hulme Sharp's Alfresco concerts in the grounds of Hotel Norman, proved even a greater success astistically, and as iegards attendance, than the previous one. However, as at the last concert, the generosity of the audience towards charity, was as conspicuous by its268 words
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Article219 1914-01-12 5 Eioht Years’ Imprisonment For a European. Mr. Justice Sproule and the special jury, trying the case of Alexander Frederick Fox at the Singapore Assizes, sat till half past five yesterday evening before disposing of it. Foi’s defence was that the girl followed him up-country of her own219 words
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Article199 1914-01-12 5 Most of us this side of Suez have suffered under the ignorance of the globe trotter,” but we have never heard of a case so bad as that which has recently interested Ceylon. The culprit, we regret to tay, was a lady, a Miss C. T. Miller,199 words
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Article92 1914-01-12 5 London, December 26. A Constantinople cable states The Russian German and Ambassadors jointly called upon the Grand Vizier yesterday to inquire regarding the progress of reform in Asia Minor. Turkish official circles are optimistic, and hope that the matter will reach a satisfactory settlement in a few92 words
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Article73 1914-01-12 5 rritai.6 Per ss. Klany, Jan. 12, from Singapore Mr E L Mansel, Mr M B Brownie, Mrs Fitz Gerald, Mr GM Cama, Mr Wohlgemuth, Mr Stephens. Mr Thompaon and Miss Thompson. From Malacca :Mr Brigden. From Port Swettenbam Mr J W Haffenden, Mr Boa, Mr and Mrs Baldwin, Mr73 words
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Advertisement499 1914-01-12 5 m Buchanans Famous Scotch Whiskies. m 9 9 m <BOTTLED IN SCOTLAND.) T H R Royal Household BLEND AS SUPPLIED TO ROYALTY. BLACK and WHITE OF GF EAT DEPUTATION “RED SEAL" To be obtained from all First-class Dealers. WHOLESALE FROM m 9 m m 9 m a i i 9499 words
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Advertisement232 1914-01-12 5 A TIP FOR THE HUMAN RACE. §6A£g/c i^OKlN gTobac sai in rNCLAiS SMOKE GARRICK OH FRONTIER TOBACCO ONE MUST PLEASE. OBTAINABLE AT Messrs. Pritchard 8 Co. Tong Joo 8 Co. KongFook CheongSCo. And All Leading Stores. 23. r M 5**0) PORTLAND CEMENT. THE O. K. BRAND is a HIGH CLASS232 words
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Article, Illustration95 1914-01-12 6 flblisksd daily (except Sundays and prtkiie holidays) at ns czrzzzzzy. rzzzs. Lr* No. 59, Bench Street, PenaDg Puiob Doily Lmol s*4 per annum. (MOOWhi Postage Extra. Mail Emm (Port Free) $17.50 ami aonaues: ECHO—PENANG." TilcskoM Non. Echo 586 Printing Department 543 W.M.—AD t.Siw wuui«i.oii SmU to tMrm—i95 words
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Article2257 1914-01-12 6 Government’s action in obtaining from I England the services of two European I Building Inspectors on salaries of £300 a I year has saused much perturbation and I some resentment and indignation Dot ouly Jin the ranks of the P.WD, but in the I subordinate civil service2,257 words
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Article758 1914-01-12 6 Mr. S. Kosenbaum, partner of Behr and Co. here, left for Singapore on Saturday by the s s. Lama. •> Mr. N. E Sedwick has been appointed a deputy to the Superintendent of Chanda and Liquors Revenue. Mr. William Cowan, formerly Protector of Chinese, is now living758 words
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Advertisement200 1914-01-12 6 Sale Now On. Decide to Make Your Purchase To-day. The splendid new goods that are now on show may be gone to-morrow. We give more for a dollar than a dollar ever bought before. Odd it it not, that others charge double the price for the tame quality goods. The200 words
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Article501 1914-01-12 7 SERIOUS SITUATION. Reuter.) London, January 10. There have l»een two attempt* to dynamite trains in the Transvaal. The engine of the Cape mail was damaged and the rails were tom up but nobody was burt The Government acted very prompt!r and is mobilising all the Union forces501 words
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Article93 1914-01-12 7 (Reuter.) Washington, January 10. The tentative draft of an anti-trust legislation, prepared by the majority of the members of the Judiciary Committee of the House of Representatives, covers the interlocking of directorates, trade relations, regulations of prices, injunction proceedings aud suits for damages by individuals.93 words
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Article43 1914-01-12 7 Accused Acssillii. (Reuter.) Strassburg. January 10. Both Col. Reuter aud Lieutenant Schad hate leen acquitted. Lieutenant von Foerstner appeaVd against tbe sentence of imprisonment in a fortress imposed on him in connection with the riots at Zabern. He was acquitted.43 words
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Article62 1914-01-12 7 (Reuter New York, January 11. The gunmen hare been troubleeome lately and an extraordinary affray took place, a Cang finng at the reception committee e u.j were srtiving at a danoe in Bowery. The ‘atter drew their revolvers and routed their Maailaute, the only victim being an62 words
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Article174 1914-01-12 7 NATIVES ATTACK WHITES. (Reuter). Cape Town, January 12. A large body of natives broke into the compound of the Jagersfontein Mine in the Free State and attacked the whites. Five hundred white citizens defended themselves. The mine boys, who were in a frenzy, seized all manner of174 words
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Article164 1914-01-12 7 Several Villages Destroyed. (Reuter.) Koeslin, January 10. The dam between the Baltic Sea and the Bukow Lake has burst and one of the villages in the vicinity was inundated iu consequence, a hundred villagers being missing. Troops are hastening to the scene to help in the164 words
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Article40 1914-01-12 7 Reuter.) Trieste, January 12. Turkish officers and troops are not allowed to land here, and the Valona, which arrived, has been placed in quarantine under a guard of Austrian marines aud is being sent back to Turkey.40 words
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Article30 1914-01-12 7 (Reuter.) Tokio, January 10. The official report of the Famine Relief Association states that nine million people are starying in Hokkaido and the North Eastern prefectures.30 words
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Article23 1914-01-12 7 Reuter.) London, January 12. Mr. James Bryce, formerly British Ambassador at Washington, has assumed the title of Viscount Bryce of Dechmount.23 words
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Article18 1914-01-12 7 (Reuter Madrid, January 10. The Hispabo-American Bank, which suspended payment on December 11, has been reopened.18 words
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17 1914-01-12 7 Reuter.) Peking. January 12. A Presidential in mdate has been issued dissolving Parliament.17 words
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Article16 1914-01-12 7 (Reuter). Presidios, January 11. General Villa, with the rebel forces, have occupied Ojinaga16 words
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Article14 1914-01-12 7 (Reuter.) Algiers, Jsnuary 11. Mr. Lloyd George has left for Marseilles14 words
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Article160 1914-01-12 7 There was a large and an appreciative audience at Mr. and Mrs. Wright Motion’s Cafe Chaotant Cigar Cigarette Costume Comely Concert at the Town Hall on Satui day night. The Town Band opened the proceedings with an overture, after which the Misses A. Cauuter and Ida160 words
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Article692 1914-01-12 7 The new harbour light at Fort Cornwallis, which is fitted with all the latest improvements, was put iu working order on Saturday night under the direction of Mr. Edgar Galistau, Light House Engineer, who came from Singapore for this purpose a few days ago. Tbe light is692 words
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Article952 1914-01-12 7 We met a planter yesterday who washed down a substantial breakfast with copious draughts of ale and topped the heavy repast with cold beer, picklee, and brandy—beoause Queen Elizabeth did it! Could hero-worehip go further Others besides tbe Chinees have complaints to make about the delays and incivilities952 words
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Article138 1914-01-12 7 Water-Polo. An interesting and fast game took place yesterday resulting in a win for the White Team by 2 goals to 1. scored by H V. Edwsrli and M J. B Watt againat L. W. Learmouot A feature of the game was the close marking of the138 words
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Article159 1914-01-12 7 THl«rlti. To-iiaj Kim or Buyer* Stlliri Buyer* Seller. Kail. RUBBER I. i|. *4. d ingle Malay ..8 1 96 S 9 96 Bukit Mertajaro. 16 2 16 2 Charaoneaa ..2 *6 2 26 Con*. Malar* 7 44 8 3 7 44 8 3 Highland* 47 9 SO 3 47159 words
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Article43 1914-01-12 7 Tin and Copra. The following bus nos* in tin has b< en done to-day Penang Penang Tin Exchange, 6J tons at 184.35 Straits Trading Co., 25 $84.95 Singapore: Straits Trading Co., 150 $B4 95 Total 181* tons. Copra snn-dried $l2 3043 words
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Advertisement188 1914-01-12 7 A CHINESE CASHIER from Ist February with guarantee of $2,000 Apply by letter stating salary required and experience to 12-1-14 29 EVATT A Co. NOTICE. Applications win be received up tin 28th instant at the Resident Councillor's Office, Penang, for the post of Shroff, Grade 111, at the Dindings District188 words
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Advertisement220 1914-01-12 7 ISTOTIOBX MY WIFE. YEO CHENG KIM. having left my protection, I will henceforth not be reepons i>le for any debt or debts that mar be contracted by her. 12-1-24 27 1..0NG BO')N POCK. Second hand Simplex Motorcycle (Fafnir Engine), in Good Working ■'rd’r Che p. Apply MOBIK, I*2 1- 4220 words
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Article2175 1914-01-12 8 THIRD DAY’S RESULTS. SOM i CLOSE FINISHES. The concluding day of tbe January moot ing was favoured with fine weather and once again the attendance was large. The racing commenced with an upset, St. Albans winning the Griffin Handicap from much more fancied candidates, being followed home by2,175 words
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Article524 1914-01-12 8 Serious Depression. The considerable fall in the price of rubber on the European market seriously affects the rubber industry of the Belgian Congo, and through it the general trade conditions in that country, reports the British Consul at Boma-Rubber is the staple raw product of the Belgian Congo,524 words
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Article177 1914-01-12 8 Saturday night’s new and special attrac- t.on at this most popular picture show drew a verv large audience The ”Quoen Jewel the star attraction, waa one without doubt of special quality, and one of the finest productions ever shown to a 1e an P audience. The sensational177 words
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Article38 1914-01-12 8 The following tip» have been fixed for Wedaesd.iy, the 14th instant: Single HanJicap. R Butitr vs. K O B Hay E S Haslaui vs. W Hamilton H S Russell vs H B de Hamel.38 words
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Advertisement336 1914-01-12 8 IMMENSE SENSATION AT THE George Town Kinematograph, Kuala Kangia Road Theatre. To-night! To-night!! Now On Thi* Rousing Itala (Special Drama). “The Queen’s Jewel.” 4 Acts. 4 Parts. 1. A re 1 feature of remarkable power that you cannot afford to miss. 2. It contains unique sensational incidents and is leally336 words
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Advertisement10 1914-01-12 8 For Chronic Chest Complaint*, Wood*' Gr**t Peppermint Care, li. tfd.10 words
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Advertisement457 1914-01-12 8 Croup Eveiy young child is susceptible to croup. I 'ou’t wait unt'l this dreadful disease attacks your little one before you prepare for it. It comes in the night when chemists’ shops are usually closed, and this aloue should be a warning Get and keep Chamberlain s Couyh Remedy on457 words
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Advertisement493 1914-01-12 8 TOWN HALL, for ONE NIGHToniy, Monday, fnd February 1914, THE MAUD ALLAN AND CHERNIAVSKY COMPANY Under the direction of W. ANGUS MacLEOf). Far Eastern Tour Booked and Directed by D. E D. COHEN. MAUD ALLAN and LEO, JAN and MI3CHEL CHERNIAVSKY The Most Powerful Attrac ion in the History of493 words
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Article22 1914-01-12 9 V '*»rU trom Agent» Dm* Cktna Smmpore Colombo Colombo Singapore B.M.AOo. BM.ACo. A.Q.ACo. A..G.AC*. 13th Jan, 15th 22nd 7th Feb.22 words
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Article23 1914-01-12 9 For Aji nt> Leavss filKlOK Col ml'o BMACo. Jan. «6f« Q iQ<apor« B U ACo Citna A..G ACo ’«I'nnKo A.O ACo Feb.23 words
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Advertisement396 1914-01-12 9 P.&0. S.N.C Expected Arrival* and Departures. Mall 8arvic«. Outward. Homeward. Sail* on Friday instead of Saturday. FAKES BY MAIL STEAMERS. A M Accommodation. 1st class 2nd class To London by Sea $565-72 $377-14 To Marseilles or Gibraltar $528-00 $356-29 B Accommodation. To London by Sea $518-57 $339-43 To Marseilles or396 words
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Advertisement1324 1914-01-12 9 -^SHIPPING. BRITISH INDIA STEAM NAVIGATION CO., LTD, Fob Singapore (Three times a week) Tor -r<f ‘tin <* spore. (Twice a week). Victoria Point, Mergui, Tavoy, Yeh and Motilmein j(Fortnightly). Singapore and Australia. Rangoon A Calcutta. (Weekly.) Ne gapaU.ru, Madras, Pondicherry, Cuddalore and Karikal. (Weekly). Telephone No. 521. Telegram»: “Butttjib.’ Agents.1,324 words
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Article1013 1914-01-12 10 A kind of violin was the first instrument played by turning a handle A named wheel took the place of the bow, the notes hemg controlled by a keyboard for tbe fingers of the left band. Ihe instrument is described by Odo of Clugny, in tbe tenth century,1,013 words
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Article1236 1914-01-12 10 The Great Statesman as an Rpigramamist. Many people will be very surprised at the manv acute things which Bismarck, the great German statesman, sa:d about men, women and nations. It is a stimulating task to turn over the pages of the newly published Bi*ma r ck Calendar,1,236 words
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Advertisement353 1914-01-12 10 11 I 1 M «511 umia» X-1 is "vav: W'M iM \\m A m fA sssk •v::»a 8 m Hi i p ”av: 7^ -V.V.V.V Nerve Strain Mr. B. C. HUCKS (the well-known Flying Man), of 5, Queen’s Gate Terrace, London, England, writes: “1 really must express my appreciation of353 words
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Advertisement358 1914-01-12 10 8,000,000 Rubber Stumps Nurseries 100 acres fully Planted References MR. A. B. MILNE. Apply— L. HEINTZE, Tanjono Ram butaa Estatb, Peralr, F. M. S. Telegramt: “Hanwz*,” Tanjong Rambntan NOTICE. LABOUR CODE, 1912, F.M.S. Indian Immigration Fund Ordinance 1911." Employers of Indian labour are hereby reminded that assessment returns for the358 words
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Advertisement316 1914-01-12 11 BY APPOINTMENT Vi TO H. M. THE KINO. CONTRACTORS TO The British Admiralty. The India Office. The War Office. Jhe Government Hospitals in Singapore, Penang, Malacca and the Federated Malay States. Wmmi fHI mj m w i J Eg .3 \b at* f Ik Larges VTTI V. m w d.316 words
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Advertisement1187 1914-01-12 12 THE London Directory (Published Annually.) Enables traders throughout the World U communicate direct with English Manufacturers Dealers in each claae of goods. Besides being a complete commercial guide to Ixmdon and its suburbs, the Directory contains lie s ot The Insular Life Assurance Co., Limited. CAPITAL Ps. 500,000. Head Office:1,187 words
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