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Title Section21 1907-12-06 1164 THE STRAITS ECHO, MAIL EDITION. Sis Per Annum. Single Copy 40 cents. Vol. 5. Penang, Friday, 6th December, 1907. No. 49.21 words
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Advertisement339 1907-12-06 1164 ZZ ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ ZZZZZZZZZ/ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ 'ZZ/Z//Z/ZZ////ZZZZ////Z// ZZ ZZZZZZZZZZZZ ZZZZZZZZZZZZZ ZZZZZZZZZ Z^ZZZZZZ ZZZ > CONTENTS. X X X X X X X X 5 x Leaders: page. Miscellaneous: page. x x 1 5 The Kaiser 1,166 Theatres vs. Music-Halls 1,167 x After-Dinner Oratory 1,170 Motor Notes from Home 1,168 5 > Lone Live339 words
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Advertisement159 1907-12-06 1165 1 THE STRAITS ECHO I MAIL EDITION. H Published the day prior to the departure of each mail W J’ for Europe, and contains the latest local and States I 9 news originally published in the daily issues, as well as P j| all important news from various parts of159 words
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Article803 1907-12-06 1166 Kaiser Wilhelm of Germany is now resting at the placid little English village of Highcliffe near Bournemouth, and there is little doubt that the stress of the recent troubles has told severely on him. Significant of this is the fact that a bulletin has been issued from Berlin803 words
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Article13 1907-12-06 1166 go into Camp on Dec. 14th for a week-end camp.13 words
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Article35 1907-12-06 1166 A marriage has been arranged, and will take place on the 2nd prox., between Mr. Lim Kong Seng, son of Mr. Lim Boon Lin, and the fifth daughter of Mr. Gau Ngoh Bee.35 words
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Article41 1907-12-06 1166 LtBCTBMANT Job» V. C. Campbell has resigned bis Commission in the Royal Kegtmem of Artillery. Mr. Campbell is taking up planting in the Taiping b.stnc and bis numerous fronds in Singapore and F.M.S. wish him success.41 words
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Article823 1907-12-06 1166 ordinary meeting. An ordinary meeting of the Municipa Commission was held at the Municipal Office» yesterday afternoon, when the following gentlemen were present Mr. F. J. Haliifax (President), Mr. J. W. Haliifax, Mr. Quah Heng Kee, Mr. Lim Eu Tob, with Dr. G. W. Park (Health Officer), Mr.823 words
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Advertisement98 1907-12-06 1166 riics 3tr*D.t o. 111 justice satisfles’cvcrybody and justice alone.—/.;/<€noM, Pub’ißhod daily (except Sundays.) at Tni CRITERION PRESS, Ltd., No. 226—232, Beach Street, Penang. PRICE: DAILY LOCAL $24 per annum OUTSTATIONS Postage Extra. MAIL EDITION (Post Free) $l5 CABLE ADDRESS Echo —Penang.” Telephone No. 343. A.A. All business communications should be98 words
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Article665 1907-12-06 1167 (Before Messrs. Codrington and Lornie.) On the 19th inst., a Javanese syce named Salam bin Dolah summonsed his employer, Capt. Jacob Hut, Master of the ss. Van der Lijn, in the Police Court for $2O, being his wages for the preceding month. The claim was thrown out665 words
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26 1907-12-06 1167 the acting Chief Judicial Commissioner, F.M.S., who is shortly proceeding on leave, says the Straits Times.26 words
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Article31 1907-12-06 1167 have been taken to Calcutta for the race meeting ihere in charge of Randall. The first named lately won a couple of good races in Batavia.31 words
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36 1907-12-06 1167 who arrived in Lipis last week from Singapore, have gone down river on a shooting expedition in the Teuierloh district. They are after siadaug.36 words
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Article38 1907-12-06 1167 has reported to the Academy of Medicine a new system of curing deaf and dumb children. He uses an apparatus called a vowel siren,” with which the sounds of the voice are greatly intensified.38 words
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48 1907-12-06 1167 Says the Bangkok Times of the 19th inst.: There have been rum urs regarding an arrangement between Great Britain and Siam in reference to ex-territoriality, but we are authorized to state that up to this time there have been no negotiations on this subject between the two Governments.48 words
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Article1269 1907-12-06 1167 (Special for the Echo.) The reason why music-halls are m popular than theatres is I am u i- ore believe, gastronomical rattier thanh,?^ tual. It is more a matter of the stom»^! 60 Of .behead. After a f ul man is averse from mental exertion sort, the1,269 words
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Advertisement63 1907-12-06 1167 A Good Liniment. < When you need a good reliable liniment try Chamberlain’s Pain Bahn It has no superior for sprains and swellings. A piece of flannel slightly dampened with Pain Balm is superior to a plaster for lame back or pains in the side or chest. It also relieves63 words
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Article45 1907-12-06 1168 who went to Serem- ban on Saturday last to bear appeals, returned to Penang with his private secretary, Mr. J. W. Scott, by the Klstiia this morning. Mr. Justice Leslie Thornton, we understand, is to go to Singapore to hear appeals there.45 words
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Article902 1907-12-06 1168 (hiotii 'hir (hra Coriespoudeat.) Loudon, Nov Bth The Show Fever. Everything is now Olympia, the motor press, the motor firms, even tbe chauffeurs of the taxi-cabs, all are infected bv “show fever. 1 here is a good deal of forecast being done, and though most of902 words
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35 1907-12-06 1168 His son is also coming out to the F. M. S as private secretary to Mr. W. W. Bailey, who it expected next month.35 words
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32 1907-12-06 1168 has accept! the chalk i»ge of the Mer- cantile and Civil Service football Team to play at football on the Ipoh Recreation Ground to-morrow afternoon.32 words
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43 1907-12-06 1168 at 7 o’clock. to Mr. Law Yew Bee, Vice-President of the George Town Reading Room, who is leaving for Kuala Lumpur. After the dinner there will be a r./njijemj performance.43 words
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Article50 1907-12-06 1168 has been won by Sergeant Stewart, who beat Detective Sergeant Kelleher in the final played last night at Fort Cornwallis. Sergeant Stewart was then presented with the handsome silver cup which the popular Chief Police Officer, Major Barry de Hamel, offered for competition amongst his men.50 words
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60 1907-12-06 1168 which has been secured by Mr. Ng 800 Bee, of Perak, is to be managed by no less than four managers, with the handsome salary cf $5OO each a month. Our Chinese friends evidently do not believe in the saying that60 words
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93 1907-12-06 1168 with an address of welcome on his return from hie European tour. The address was in the form of the old palm leaf manuscripts, and was accompanied by an exceedingly handsome gift in gold and inlaid work as a93 words
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Advertisement80 1907-12-06 1168 A Question that Every Man Should Decide for Himself. There is one subject in which many of us are interested and that is, what is the quickest way of getting rid of a troublesome colds' Is it best to take some new remedy put out with exaggerated claims, or to80 words
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Advertisement50 1907-12-06 1168 A Follower of Influenza. Many persons find themselves affected with a persistent cough after an attack of influenza. As this cough can be promptly cured by the use of Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy it should not be allowed to run on until it becomes troublesome. The George Town Dispoubdiy. Wholesale Agents.50 words
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Article683 1907-12-06 1169 New Books. The following new books have been received at tbe Library English Men of Action. Colin Campbell, Lord Clyde, by Archibald Forbes. William Dampier, by W. C. Russell. Sir Francis Drake, by Julian Corbett. Charles George Gordon, by Lieut.-General Sir William F. Butler. Havelock, by Archibald Forbes.683 words
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Article269 1907-12-06 1169 {Supplied by Reuter.) The Annual Dinner in London. London, 28th Nov. —Sir William Hood Treacher presided at the annual Straits Settlements Dinner held at the Hotel Metropole,and th.l guest, included Mr. W Keswick, m.p Mr. li. S. Gundry, c.b Sir Alexander and Sir Frank Swettenham, Sir Lyle269 words
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Article133 1907-12-06 1169 (Supplied by Reuter.) The Running for the Presidency London, 29th November.— Mr. Willi* Jennings Bryan, in a speech at Washington said that if he was nominated to the Pres dency he would champion the readjustment" of the tariff on behalf of the poor, the in? position of the income133 words
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Article51 1907-12-06 1169 (Supplied by Reuter.) i The Impi’s Gathering. London, 29th Nov.—The trouble in Zululand is developing. All the available police have been drafted into Zululand. Dinwulu, the chief or King of the Zulus, is suspected of duplicity. The commandant of the militia is in readiness to take the51 words
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Article65 1907-12-06 1169 (Supplied by Reuter.) Navy Fallen to the Third Rank.” London, 28th Nov. —A Paris report on the French Naval Estimates laments tbe xisteuce of anarchy in the Navy. The lilors, engineers, gunners, and administra>rs are animated with the most regrettable hostility. The Navy has already fallen65 words
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Article58 1907-12-06 1169 {Supplied by Reuter.) Tiie French Attacked. London, 29th Nov. —Moorish raiders on Tuesday attacked the French post at Babelassa. After six hours’ fighting they were repulsed. The garrison of one hundred lost ten killed and six wounded. They were then relieved by a detachment of French troops which the58 words
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Article33 1907-12-06 1169 {Supplied by Reuter.) Mr. John Redmond’s Hopes. London, 28th Nov.—Mr. John Redmond, m.p. for Waterford, speaking at Merthyr Tvdvil, said the next session would see t Irish Party absolutely united.33 words
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Advertisement25 1907-12-06 1169 Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy, contains absolutely nothing injurious and for coughs, colds, croup and whooping it has no equal. The George Town Dispen sary, Wholesale Agents.25 words
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Article744 1907-12-06 1170 The Bobs have ever been fio-htino-men. There is Lord Bobs, Bob Fitzsimmons, and Fighting Bob,” the gallant Admiral who will command the U. Atlantic Squadron on its approaching cruise to the Pacific. No man can help admiring Admiral Evans—asan Admiral, but his recent incursion into after-dinner oratory clearly744 words
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Article301 1907-12-06 1170 (Before Mr. \Volfer*lan>) lor committing mischief by smashing a street lamp at Downing Street on (he 19th inst. Chanda, a Bengalee, was yesterday sentenced io one month’s pimple imprisonment. Ismail, a fish-monger, was yesterday given the option of a fine of five dollars or seven day’s imprisonment301 words
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Article16 1907-12-06 1170 has lieen offered the post of Secretary to the Perak Planters AbSOCIdtIUD16 words
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Article1421 1907-12-06 1170 Celebrations in Penang. I’lie Rugby Football Match. Before a large crowd, including several ladies, the Annual Rugby Football Match between sides representing Scotland and the Rest took place on the Esplanade in typical Scotch weather. After the usual preliminary of photograph-taking the respective teams took the field,1,421 words
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Article682 1907-12-06 1171 A Babu’s Account. Mr. Editor I begging the honour of approaching your robustious and serene presence. Yesterday I hearing one man talk rugger to be seen on esplanade. Not knowing through my learned studies of Botany— I being B. A. of Calcutta College—what strange animal rugger is682 words
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Article131 1907-12-06 1171 Our Kajang correspondent sends us the following further details of the disastrous fire, brief particulars wf which he wired us on Wednesday last:— The cause of the fire is not yet known but it is believed to have originated either in a cake-shop next door to the131 words
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Article17 1907-12-06 1171 has been granted an extension of two years in his appointment as Commander-in-Chief in India.17 words
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21 1907-12-06 1171 We have received from Messrs. Pritchard Co. a very pretty wall calendar for 1908 containing photographic views of their various departments.21 words
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Article30 1907-12-06 1171 of Pahang has gone down river to Pekan to hold a meeting of the State Council, and is expected back at Lipis iu the first week of December.30 words
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165 1907-12-06 1171 something out of the com- j '’V f •non was witnessed. The action was tor toe recovery of the value of a slab of tin which fell into I he sea. while being transferred from a tongkang to165 words
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Advertisement69 1907-12-06 1171 Chamberlain’s Colic, Cholera an Diarrhoea RemedyThere is probably no medicine is relied upon with more implicit conn en than Chamberlain’s Colic, Cholera and W arrhoea Remedy. During the third o centurv in which it has been in use, P e ®P' have learned that it is the one remedy never69 words
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Article639 1907-12-06 1172 >- No. 2. Special Jor the Echo. Legislative interference with gambling is always a difficult matter, unless there is decided evidence of injury to public wellbeing and morality, and unless the interference has the support of public opinion to back it. With the general concurrence of the community the639 words
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2210 1907-12-06 1172 Meetings. Ordinary Meetings were held on the 10th and 24th of the month. At the first meeting some important amendments to the Municipal Ordinance were discussed and directed to be forwarded to Government for consideration. 9 Staff. Mr. S. H. May arrived from England2,210 words
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Article954 1907-12-06 1173 (From Our Own Coi respondent.) Tuesday, 26th Nov Ail Amusing Charge. From tune to time, some amusing cases occur at the Police Courts, but one that came from the Sepoy Lines division a few mornings ago caused roars of laughter A Malay police constable appeared before the Senior954 words
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Article60 1907-12-06 1174 (Supplied by Reuter-) An Unqualified Success. London, 29th November. —At a farewell dinner given at Aidershot to General Sir John French, ha said that, as far as his experience went, the new order of things introduced after the retirement of Lord Roberts had been an unqualified success60 words
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Article33 1907-12-06 1174 (Supplied by Reuter.) Recipient of the Order of Merit. London, 30th November. —Miss J lorence Nightingale, organiser of the nursing in the Crimean War, has received the Order of Merit.33 words
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Article80 1907-12-06 1174 (Supplied by Reuter 1 lhe Prussian Premier on the Harden Trial. London, 29th November.—ln the Reichstag debate on the Budget, Prince von Buelow, the Prussian Premier, replying to a refeience to the Harden trial, denounced the comparison that the conditions revealed at the trial were the same as those80 words
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Article121 1907-12-06 1174 (Supplied by Reuter.) Explosion in a Torpedo Depot. Loudon, 30th Nov.—The compressed air reservoir in a torpedo depot at Dunkirk has exploded. Two men were killed and seven seriously injured. The Navy. London, 30th Nov. —The French Chamber of Deputies has resolved upon calling Upon Government to introduce the121 words
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Article66 1907-12-06 1174 (Supplied by Reuter.) Vigorous Action dvocated. I ondon, 29 h Nov.—Th Moorish raiders, who attacked the French 4 at Balrelassa numbered 6,090 men. The French had twelve men killed, including a lieutenant.. Reinforcements are hurrying from Blidah and Milliani to the help of the French garrison. The French Press66 words
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Article26 1907-12-06 1174 (Supplied by Reuter.) The Calcutta Strike Over. London, 30th Nov.—The Calcutta strike is definitely over. The strikers have surrendered to the Conciliation Board already formed.26 words
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Article, Illustration111 1907-12-06 1174 Yestbrday was the Birthday of Her Majesty Queen Alexandra, the Sea-King’s daughter from over the sea who has proved so fitting a mate for our Most Gracious King who, cespite the efforts of other nations, may still claim to be Ruler of the Seas. Her Ma111 words
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Article693 1907-12-06 1174 The crushing defeat of the Socialists all over the Kingdom in the recent municipal elections in England drives home the lesson which was so strikingly taught in London eight months ago. The Socialists have played much the same game in the provincial boroughs of the Kingdom693 words
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Advertisement91 1907-12-06 1174 Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy in South Africa. Mr. S. Schneider, of Koffeyfontein, 0. ]> c j s very grateful to the manufacturers of Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy. He has found that it cures his children as well as himself of their coughs and colds. They were all coughing and got no relief91 words
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Article162 1907-12-06 1175 The Band Benefit. 3 he audience at Matsuo’s Japanese Cinematograph <m Saturday evening when the genial proj netor, on our suggestion, gave a special pm fur ma nee in aid of the Band Fund, was probably a record one; and had there been more room it is162 words
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20 1907-12-06 1175 a member of the Malacca Municipal Commissioners for thiee yens from Jan Ist next.20 words
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324 1907-12-06 1175 Tbs first Annual General Meeting of the above Association was held at 72 a, Love Lanon Sit uiday afternoon, when the following gentlemen were present —Messrs Goh Taik Chee, Dr. G L Tuck, Chan Kai Suk, Lim Seng Hooi, Lim Seow Hong, Tan San Chow, Lye324 words
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Article157 1907-12-06 1175 (Before Mr. Wolferstan.) Nrrainasamy, a Hindu youth, Ins morning pleaded o «’uilty to the charge of committing t beft in espect of a ucycle, .he property of one Ratnasamy. The defendant was remanded till Monday next on a bail of $lOO For being in possession of some157 words
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Article81 1907-12-06 1175 regrets to record the death of Mr. N. Plant, who left for Home recently by the steamer Delhi. A wire has been received from the P. and O. agent at Aden stating that Mr. Plant died on the 19th instant, of sprue, on the Mooltan, and was81 words
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Article518 1907-12-06 1175 The Government Gazette of 29 contains the following iteiß Dber information 01 His Excellency the Governor has bw... pleased to appoint the Hon’ble A R A i to be a Member of the Board under section 3 (i) of the Mohammedan ana Hindu Endowments Ordinance (Ordhwn? XVII of518 words
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Article23 1907-12-06 1175 of the legal firm of Messrs. Wreford and 1 hornton, was this morning admitted as an Advoca and Solicitor.23 words
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Article948 1907-12-06 1176 Result of Commercial Examination. Following is the report of the Examiners on the Commercial Examination held under the auspices of the Singapore Chamber of Commerce in September last Singapoie, 28th Sept., 19C>7. The examination for th» Chamber of Commerce Certificates was held on Monday and Tuesday,948 words
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Article59 1907-12-06 1176 match between the second eleven of the Chinese Recreation Club, captained by Mr. Saw Whee Eang, and Mr. Teh Ee Lay’s team, composed of the second eleven of the “Corinthians,” which was played on the C R. C. ground, Pangkor Road, last Saturday afternoon, resulted in a59 words
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65 1907-12-06 1176 9 V V Fj live*» vmvww Chief Surveyor, Royal Railway Department, Bangkok, who is at present in Trang engaged on the trans-peninsular railway survey, is going on well-earned leave before long, bis health having •beeu v ry indifferent o late Mr Martin intends65 words
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Article586 1907-12-06 1176 ORDINARY MEETING, Nov. 2*. Present. His Excellency the Governor (Sir John Anderson, K.C.M.G.). His Excellency Major-Gen. T. Porrott, C.B. Hon. Capt. A. 11. Young (Col. Secretary). Hon. W. J. Napier (Attorney-General). Hon. A. T. Bryant (Act. C<>l. Treasurer). Hon. F. J. Pigott, c.k. (Ag. Col. Engineer). Hon. G.586 words
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253 1907-12-06 1177 It is not absolutely clear why the Financier should be so incensed with the Chinese of the Straits Settlements and the Malay States because they wish to increase the price of tin, says the China Mail of the 2fnd ult, which adds According to253 words
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Article15 1907-12-06 1177 left for Singapore on Saturday last, by the s.s. Kietna.15 words
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Article12 1907-12-06 1177 Mr. Justice Braddell has been transferred to Kuala Lumpur.12 words
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Article15 1907-12-06 1177 is appoint?d a probationer in ihe police foice of tbe Colony.15 words
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Article24 1907-12-06 1177 at Singapoie Scot- land also suffered def© it. The Rest.” scored a goal and 5 pts to Scotland’s one try.24 words
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Article38 1907-12-06 1177 in an un- named branch of the Findlay River in British Columbia has been brought by mounted police to Vancouver, tree coarse nugget gold, IUU dollais to the pan, has been extracted.38 words
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42 1907-12-06 1177 who was condemned to pay $l,OOO to the Comte de Bondy as damages for falsely imprisoning his two sons, has appealed, or is likely to appeal, against the decision of acting Chief Justice Law.42 words
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Article95 1907-12-06 1177 President and Trea- surer of the PenangChine-e Money ChangersSyndicate, sends for publication the following’statement of collections of prohibited coins made by his Syndicate up to date From 12th Aug to 24th Nov., 1907 c Amount forwarded for exchange) *****55 by 787 depositors j for which cash95 words
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Article98 1907-12-06 1177 {Echo Special.) An Interesting Tennis Match. Singapore, 2nd Dec.—A large gathering was present at the Chinese Recreation Club on Saturday evening to witness the tennis match between Mr. Ong Teck Lim, champion of the Chinese Recreation Club, and Mr. Lancelot E. Gaunt, champion of the Singapore Cricket Club. At98 words
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Article78 1907-12-06 1177 {Supplied by Reuter.) The Regiment Not Inefficient. London, 2nd December. —The War Office announces th it the placing on half-pay of certain officers of the sth Lancers was not due co any cause detrimental to the character of the officeis who, though they are not considered suitable78 words
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Article76 1907-12-06 1177 {Supplied by Reuter.) A Dummy Crew Trial. London, 2nd December. —The battleships Dominion, Hibernia, Triumph and Vengeance bombarded an old battleship, equipped under war conditions with a dummy crew, on the Kentish Coast. The range was from 6,000 to 8,000 yards and it is reported that 28 out76 words
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Article117 1907-12-06 1177 (Supplied by Renter.} Friendship for England. London, 30th Nov. Prince von Buelow, German Imperial Chancellor, speaking in the Reichstag, was continually interrupted by general applause. He expressed Germany’s thanks to the British Royalties and peoples for ihe brilliant reception accorded the Emperor and Empress He dealt lengthily with the117 words
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Article57 1907-12-06 1177 (Supplied by Reuter.) < Sensational Speech in the Duma. London, 30th Nov —M. Stolypin, President of the Council of Ministers, in a sensational speech in the Duma, said that the ministerial declaration of the Tsai’s autocratic power was the most precious asset the State had and was destined to57 words
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Article99 1907-12-06 1177 (Supplied by Reuter) The Poll Tax in Nova Scotia. London, 2nd Dec.—A telegram fr Om Halifax says that the Supreme Court of Nov Scotia has released seventeen Chinamen vl? were arrested for non-payment of the noil tax of $5OO. The decision does not touch the validity of99 words
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Article119 1907-12-06 1177 (Supplied by Reuter.) The Militia Mobilized. London, 2nd Dec.—A wire from Pieter maritzburg states tlmt it is understood the militia will be mobilized on Monday (to-day) to proceed to Zu Inland to assist the Police in driv ng away Busli Dinizulu) and to uudert. ke other119 words
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Article36 1907-12-06 1177 (Supplied by Reuter.) The Running for the Presidency. London, Ist Dec. —Senator Foraker has accepted the support of the Ohio Republican League for candidacy for the Presidency, thus throwing down the gauntlet to Mr, Paft.36 words
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Article71 1907-12-06 1177 (Supplied by Reuter.) Cash jtavments to he Resumed. London, Ist Dec—The Chicago banks have received a petition, signed by two thousand banks in the West, urging the immediate resumption of cash payments. Compliance is probable. Banking: Position Good. London, 2nd Dec.—The banking position in New York is regarded71 words
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43 1907-12-06 1177 baa been offered, and has accepted, the management of Messrs. Maxwell and Ogilw oB rubber estate at Sengat, vice Mr. Foley. Mr. Pattinson enters upon his new duties this week.43 words
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Article54 1907-12-06 1177 The liabilities of Walter del Banco and Co., indiarubber and fodder importers, 0 Hamburg, who stopped payment on ult., are stated to amount to about «£75, W0The suspension is said to be due to the fa in the price of rubber. It is reported u> Herr Walter del54 words
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Article67 1907-12-06 1177 The ‘Perak Dandies The‘Perak Dandies’are to give a costume variety concert at the New Theatre, Ip 00 on Saturday evening, 7th instant, on 0 conclusion of the Athletic Sports Meeting. The Re: dem of Perak will preside, and feature of the entertainment will be topical songs to be sung by67 words
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Article748 1907-12-06 1178 Reuter announced yesterday that M. Stolypin caused a sensation in the Duma by a ministerial declaration that the Tsar’s autocratic power was the most precious asset ot the State and that it was destined to bring Russia back to the path of order. The speech of748 words
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Article437 1907-12-06 1178 Reuter informed us yesterday that the War Office announces that the placing on half-pay of certain officers of the sth Lancers wa« not due to any cause detrimental to the character of the officers, who, though they are not considered suitable to retain their positions in437 words
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Article325 1907-12-06 1178 (Before Mr. Wolferstan.) It will be remembered that Chang Haug was arraigned on the 25th ult. on the charges of (1) uttering as genuine counterfeit King’s coins, to wit, one twenty-cent piece and three ten-cent pieces, and (2) fraudulently or with intent that fraud might be committed325 words
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Article123 1907-12-06 1178 On the 23rd ultimo, an accident occurred in a bouse under construction in Argyll Road. A number of Chinese carpenters were lifting a beam to place it in position. Refore the beam was raised to the required height, the men had to place one end of it on a123 words
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Article12 1907-12-06 1178 accompanied by Mr. Russell, has been touting in Germany'12 words
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Article21 1907-12-06 1178 of the F. M. 8. Civil Service to-day assumed the duties of Sheriff and Assistant Official Assignee.21 words
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Article882 1907-12-06 1179 “THE WALLS OF JERICHO.” An Unqualified Success. Our theatre goers had a very rare treat last night when the Bandmann Comedy Company opened their short season here with Alfred Sutro’s brilliant play, The Walls of Jericho The reception accorded the Company was, as we expected, all that882 words
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Article161 1907-12-06 1179 K.IL Luaipur, says the .Free Press, will at Chr stmas time resemble Singapore in regard to the number of local sportsmen who will be playing up there. The great fixture is of course the Rugby game, for which both teams have been putting in consistent and sound161 words
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Article82 1907-12-06 1179 has just bi en registered at Batavia. It intends to woik coal mines in Dutch West Borneo in the district of Salimban. Tbe<’ompany is to run for 75 years on a capital of 250,000 guilders, and has bought, up certain mining concessions at Salimban fiom Mr.82 words
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Article98 1907-12-06 1179 book find” in London is reported. A gentleman was idly inspecting a pile of old books upon the barrow of an itinerant vendor in Farringdun-street, when a small, faded red morocco volume caught, his eye. Some writing upon the flyleaf proved to be that of Charlotte Bronte. The98 words
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Article1015 1907-12-06 1179 P.C.C. vs. Taiping and District. Before a large crowd on the Esp| an ,j yesterday Taiping clearly demonstrated th t they did not show their true form wl/ they met and were crushingly defeated T the P. C. C. a few weeks ago. With tJ exception of Joaquim the1,015 words
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Advertisement35 1907-12-06 1179 A Notablt Fact. The absence of all narcotics makes Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy the safest and best medicine for all coughs, colds, croup and whooping cough that can be procured. The George Town Dispensary, Wholesale Agents.35 words
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Article54 1907-12-06 1180 A terrible crime by an ayah is reported from Mojokerto, in Java. She bad been often scolled for neglecting the child entrusted to her care, and for revenge she put arsenic in the child’s food, with the result that the baby died. She is now in the54 words
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Article122 1907-12-06 1180 The Novoe Vreniya advocates the appointment of a commission to study MLessar’s project for a railway to India, remarking that M- Lessar has long been the partisan of an Anglo-Russian rapprochement. The journal states If the project is carried out of the journey from London122 words
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Article378 1907-12-06 1180 Itm severe loss of shipping at Hongkong trom the disastrous typhoon of iputi and the exposed state of the harbour should similar storms visit that important port, has roused the business men and officials of the Colony to a realization of the necessity of proper provision378 words
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Article371 1907-12-06 1180 Another Editor Prosecuted in Batavia. Unauthorised Publication of State Programme. Mr. F. H. K. Zaalberg, the editor of the Batavia Nieutvsblad, appeared More the Public Prosecutor, on the 20th ult., to answer a charge of publishing, without permission, a certain document from the Government archives, giving the371 words
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Article121 1907-12-06 1180 {Echo Special) Special Meeting of Council. Singapore, 3rd Dec.-—The Special Meeting of Council held yesterday was mainly to consider the Stamp Bill. The Hon. A. R. Adams, Penang’s representative, was present at the meeting. The New Bill was very severely criticised by the unofficials particularly on questions of marine121 words
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Article66 1907-12-06 1180 {Supplied by Reuter.) Adrift in Space. London, 2nd December.—The French military airship Patrie was carried off by a gale whilst repairing a defect in the open country near Verdun. Two hundred soldiers were holding the balloon down, but the force of the gale toie it from their66 words
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Article76 1907-12-06 1180 {Supplied by Reuter.) A Revival on Wall Street. London, 3rd Dec.—The forecast of President Roosevelt’s message has contributed to a revival on Wall Street owing to the moderation of its tone. It favours the issue of emergency currency and advises the federal supervision of corporations. It does not76 words
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Article32 1907-12-06 1180 {Supplied by Reuter.) Sixty Miners Buried Alive. London, 3rd Dec —Sixty miners have been entombed at Monongahela, in the coal district of West Virginia. It is believed all have bten asphyxiated.32 words
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Advertisement58 1907-12-06 1180 That Means Rheumatism. Sore and swollen joints, sharp shooting pains, torturing muscles, no rest, no sleep. That means rheumatism. It is a stubborn disease to fight, but Chamberlain’s Pain Balm has conquered it thousands of times. It will do so whenever the opportunity is offered. Try it. One application relieves58 words
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Article59 1907-12-06 1181 (Supplied by Reuter.) The Trouble in Zulu land. London, 3rd December,— ILm er’s Pieter maritzbu’-g correspondent states that nearly 2,000 troops are to operate in Zululand. The main force leaves to-day for Gingindhlo* a Gungundblova) and Colonel Mackenzie and his staff leave to-morrow. A general rising is not59 words
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Article26 1907-12-06 1181 (Supplied by Reuter.) To be Taken over by Belgium. London, 3rd December.—The BelgianCongolese plenipotentiaries have signed the Treaty whereby Belgium takes over the Congo.26 words
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Article642 1907-12-06 1181 Yesterday Reuter informed us that the eight plenipotentiaries appointed by King Leopold to draw up the special traite de transference whereby Belgium takes over the Congo had signed it. The Commissioners of Belgium and the Congo met a considerable time ago to arrange the terms of642 words
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Article305 1907-12-06 1181 (Before Mr. Codrington.) This morning Varusaganny, a Kling tongkang man, was, at the instance of A. R. R. Ramaswamy Chetty, fined ten dollars and bound over to keep the peace for three months in the sum of fifty dollars with two sureties. For some time past the305 words
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Article84 1907-12-06 1181 ■f be Contul-Geueral for China at apore Mr. Tso Ping Lung, received a «itl 8 on buntlay, front Bangkok, stating® 1. L. lang Sbi-klu. the Chinese Commercial Commissioner, has n 4 kokon the cmiaer Stngapore and that he >s due to arrive b on Thursday. uere The84 words
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Article253 1907-12-06 1181 English Champion versus Chinese Cham pion. The members of the Straits-Chinese Recreation Club, says the Singapore Free Press were at home” to the S. C. C. on Saturday afternoon on the occasion of the tennis match between Mr. L. E. Gaunt, champion of the S. C.253 words
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Article13 1907-12-06 1181 by the Directors of the Bukit Raja Company.13 words
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16 1907-12-06 1181 will be held on the 18’h instant, at faipiog.16 words
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17 1907-12-06 1181 a picnic party on the Jurong Road, Singapore, on Saturday.17 words
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Article36 1907-12-06 1181 with a motor cab service similar in every respect to the services in London, Paris and New York. The Company will be floated in London with a capital of <£loo,ooo.36 words
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Article40 1907-12-06 1181 expressing regret at the loss of Crosby Hall, refers to the wish expressed by the King to save the interesting relic. The Times asks, “Has the Chartered Bank done its best to satisfy the King and the people40 words
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Article62 1907-12-06 1181 It is reported that the Malay scholarships in the vernacular schools are to be abolished and, if this is so, I think the Mahommedan Endowment Board should inaugurate similar Scholarships. There are a number of poor Mohammedan children in the Island, and it won be a much62 words
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84 1907-12-06 1181 that there have been no fur- t her cases of rabies here. Our special wire from Singapore yesterday regarding tbeoubreak of rabies there has been confirmed y an official telegram. No news has, however» been received as to the84 words
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Article1733 1907-12-06 1182 RAFFLES.” Another Success Scored. Last night the Bandmaun Comedy Comp.iny produced before a crowded bouse at the Town Hall Messrs. Hornung and Presbery’s four-act play Ruffles,” who is otherwise kujwu as the amateur cracksman. The audience last night was delighted with the play and indeed Raffles seemed1,733 words
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Article128 1907-12-06 1182 (From Our Own Correspondent.) Kuala Kubu, Dec. 2. Mr. H. E Swan, Collector of Land Revenue, gave over charge to Mr. Pryde on Saturday last. Four Chinese coolies met their death while working in the tin mines at Serendah tbe other day, owing to a landslip. Ibe128 words
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62 1907-12-06 1182 The output from the Serendah Hydraulic Tin Mine, for the month of Norember wu Piculs 830. 35 catties. The Company are about to instal a crusbe< for dealing with tbe large quantity of highly stanniferous stone which they have exposed in the course of62 words
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Article741 1907-12-06 1183 First Yearly Report. We have received from the Pinang Gazette Press the first yearly report on the administration of the State of Kedah since Mr. G. C. Hart assumed the duties of Government Adviser. The thin volume, which is excellently got up and very well printed, makes very interesting741 words
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Article54 1907-12-06 1183 (Echo Special.) The Anti-Opium Crusade. Singapore, 4th Dec. —Mr. Laidlaw, m.p., made a speech at the Chinese Chamber of Commerce last night at the meeting of the Anti-opium League. The meeting unanimously declared the desire for the immediate abolition ot the opium habit in the Colony and the abolition54 words
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Article188 1907-12-06 1183 (Supplied by Reuter.) The Meeting of Congress. London, 3rd Dec.—lt is reported from Washington that Congress has met. The proceedings were formal. Mr. Cortelyou’s Estimates for* 1908/09 are $776,000,000, 77,500,000 above the Estimates for 1907/08. Congressman Hayes of California showed President Roosevelt his Bill for restricting Oriental Immigration. President’188 words
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Article62 1907-12-06 1183 (Supplied by Reuter.) '■r The Heavy Weight Championship of the World. London, 3rd Dec-—At the National Sporting Club yesterday evening the American, Tommy Burns, beat Gunner Moir in the tenth round of the glove tight for the heavy weight championship of the world for $5OO aside and a purse62 words
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Article33 1907-12-06 1183 {Supplied by Reuter.) The Trouble hi ttululaud. London, 4th Dec. —The first reserves of unmarried men between the lB and 30 have been called out in Natal to patrol the country.33 words
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Article36 1907-12-06 1183 (Supplied by Reuter.) Wireless Coastal Installations London, 4th December -It is from Melbourne that the Poslmaster-G^' 1 has decided to invite tenders for «i re installations round tlie coast of Australi.7 communicate with passing steamers.36 words
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Article27 1907-12-06 1183 (Supplied by Reuter.) The Vladivostock Mutineers Punished. London, 3rd Dec.—Twenty of the Vladivostock Mutineers have been sen tenced to be shot and 177 to lesser penalties.27 words
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Article17 1907-12-06 1183 (Supplied by Reuter.) Arrival at Biarritz. London, 4th Dec.—Sir Henry CampbellBannerman has arrived at Biarritz.17 words
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Article18 1907-12-06 1183 who used petrol to cleanse her hair exhibited all the signs of intoxication shortly afterwards.18 words
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Article35 1907-12-06 1183 hears that the firm of Messrs. Schmidt, Fertsch and Co., Bangkok, has been bought out by Messrs. Behn, Meyer and Co. Ltd., of Bangkok, Singapore, Penang, etc., as from Ist January next.35 words
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Article34 1907-12-06 1183 of valuable old china has been recovered by the salvage ship Alfred Nobel from the wreck of the Dutch East Indiaman Middelburg, which sank in Saldanha Bay, South Africa, 200 years ago.34 words
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Article44 1907-12-06 1183 earned by the English columns of the Shanghai Nan fangpao in opposing the outcry against the Chekiang Railway Loan, the proprietors have considered it politic to suspend, tor a time at least, publication of the English section in the paper.44 words
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Article992 1907-12-06 1183 Yesterday we gave a short summary of Mr. G. C. Hart’s excellent report on the administration of the State of Kedah to-day we shall refer briefly to the medical portion of the report by the State Surgeon, Dr. A. L. Hoops, who, writing with not a little sense of992 words
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Article245 1907-12-06 1184 Subscriptions are still coming in for the Band Fund and the total to-day stands at SG43. We are requested by the Band Committee to say that, as Mr. McFarlane—to whom has been entrusted the task of soliciting subscriptions from the public—is very busy at245 words
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Article85 1907-12-06 1184 We would remind the public that the Bazaar in aid of the Alexandra Home will lie held in the Town Hall to-morrow, commencing at 10 a. m. A varied collection of useful and fancy coods, including a number of dolls and toys, will be for sale; also85 words
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Article49 1907-12-06 1184 As will be seen from a Municipal Notice in this issue, Mr. Beng Kee is the only person nominated for the election of a Municipal Commissioner to lie held on the 12th inst., being proposed by Mr. L*Bg Hok Hing and seconded by Mr- Cbesh Choo YeM49 words
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Article37 1907-12-06 1184 There will be a ride on Sunday morning. Meet on the Parade Ground at 6-45 a.m. and finish at No. 1, Ayer Rajah Road, the residence of Mr. and Mrs. A. F. G. Anderson.37 words
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Article352 1907-12-06 1184 (Bejore Messrs. Wolferstan and Codrington.) To-day Wong Yi Sam, an old Chinese woman, was arraigned on the charge of allowing a woman suffering from an infectious d.sease to remain in her house, No. 19 Chowrasta Market, which was used or kept as a brothel. Mr. Beatty, Acting352 words
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Article18 1907-12-06 1184 left for Singapore by the P. and O. mail to-day for the Court of Appeal.18 words
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Article22 1907-12-06 1184 of the legal firm of Messrs. Hogan and Motion, was to-day admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor.22 words
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Article21 1907-12-06 1184 the Nawab of Nawanagar, who has arrived in England, inteniw making a year’s stay inorder to regain his health.21 words
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Article35 1907-12-06 1184 Says Tuesday ’s Straits Times: —A dog. beiievfxl to have been mad, wan killed in Baleitier Road, yesterday afternoon, after it had bitten two Bengalis, a man and a child. No other doga were bitten.35 words
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Article1239 1907-12-06 1185 “THE CHRISTIAN.” of a Successful Season. Last night Mr. Maurice Bandmann’s talented Company brought. their very successful season in Penang io a close with Hall Caine’s famous play, “The Christian.” “The Christian” is a very well-known play, but for the benefit those who have not seen it1,239 words
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Article43 1907-12-06 1185 has been arranged, and will take place in Kuala Lumpur on the 2nd proximo, between Mr. Foo Wha Cheng, acting manager of the well-known Sungei Besi Mines, and Miss Lim Kim Bag, daughter of Mr. Lim Teow Chong, of Kuala Lumpur.43 words
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40 1907-12-06 1185 which left Pen- ang for Port Swettenham last Tuesday evening, grounded at Pulo A<igsa the next morning. She was eventually floated and went alongside Swettenham Wharf the same afternoon, apparently undamaged.40 words
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Article401 1907-12-06 1185 A lenang correspondent, whose ii mav easily be guessed, wtit eB t o thJr l v and China Express as follows In a recent .lespatcb you dr 6w at( to I be injurious method of eollectin» by means ot the opium aud snirii r aud the401 words
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Article243 1907-12-06 1185 Says the London and China Express: The list of Birthday Honours contains only one name of direct interest to the Far East, that of Mr. William Adamson, c mo.. Chairman of the Straits Settlements Association, who has been created a Kmg t Bachelor. We are sure that243 words
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Article3352 1907-12-06 1186 ORDINARY MEETING, Dec. 2nd. Present. His Excellency the Governor (Sir John Anderson, K.C.M.G.). His Excellency Major-Gen. T. 1 errott, c.b. Hon. Capt. A. H. young (Col. Secretary). Hon. W. J. Napier (Attorney-General)/ Hon. A. T. Bryant (Act. Col. Treasurer). Hon. F. J- Pigott, c.e. (Ag. Col. Engineer). Hon.3,352 words
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1097 1907-12-06 1187 The following items of information Ate,- U Gopeng Tin Mining. 1 be report for the year ending Jnl, I.Lst. states that the profit has been £22 37.' which is again the largest during the eii teuce of the company, although the whole nf the1,097 words
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Article25 1907-12-06 1188 Li Ching-fang, arrived in London on the evening of 9th ult., and is now in residence at the Legation in Portland-place.25 words
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Article28 1907-12-06 1188 leaves for Kuala Lumpur on Saturday by the Kistna. He goes to relieve Mr. Justice Belfield, who is going to India on six weeks’ holiday.28 words
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Article40 1907-12-06 1188 arrived at Colombo on the 14th ult. Shortly after landing he called on the Governor, Sir Henry McCallum, who, however, sent him a message conveying his regret that pressure of business prevented him from seeing him.40 words
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Article47 1907-12-06 1188 which was paid off at Singapore recently by Captain Spencer V. Y. de Horsey, and re-com missioned by Captain C. A. Marescaux with the new crew which went from England by the cruiser Amphitrite, will stay on the China Station for two years.47 words
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Article15 1907-12-06 1188 0,6 from the Trouuh picur 8 X” 1 t fN TOmtei 115 words
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Article52 1907-12-06 1188 ar a meeting yesterday of those interested n the proposed Eastern Shipping Company was announced that all the shares offered tor subscription have been applied for. dir! 5 0,n P aD y will proceed to allotment directly the Articles and Memorandum of Association have been filed with52 words
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Article79 1907-12-06 1188 V v T z? DAY even the C R C and the x. Al. C. A. met in a friendly soccer” match on the C. R C. ground and, though the latter played a man short, they put up a d fight In tbe half the C. K.79 words
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Article78 1907-12-06 1188 A marriage has been arranged, and will take place in Singapore on Sunday next, between Miss Wee Li Lian, eldest daughter of Mr. Wee Tfapam Tew, and Mr. Tun Hong Fob, second son of Mr. Tan Bin Cheng and great grandson of the late Mr. Tan Tock Seng.78 words
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Article80 1907-12-06 1188 i or Theory Certificate and the First or Speed Certificate have been obtained by Lim Swee Keng, Ching Keng Leong, Goh Guan Ho and G. F. Pykett of the School. Tbe examination was held on Oct. 10, Messrs. A. E. Pringle, D. M. Toomey and80 words
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74 1907-12-06 1188 Bromp- tou, the marriage took place of Mr. T. Guy Paget, Scots Guards, and Miss Bettine Des Vceux, daughter of Sir William Des Vceux, late Governor of Hongkong. The bride was given away by her father. There were ten bridesmaids. The bridegroom gave74 words
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Article70 1907-12-06 1188 will take place very quietly, early next, month, between Henry Halpin, only son of the late Hon. Henry Cavendish, d. 1., of County Fermanagh, and of the Hon. Mrs’ Henry Cavendish Butler, of Innis Rath, County Fermanagh, and Blanche, second daughter of the late Major-General Arthur Hales, formerly70 words
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Article163 1907-12-06 1188 correspondent states that a Chinaman who committed suicide because he had applied for registration under the Asiatic Law, which requires, among other things, finger-prints to be taken, wrote a letter before his death to the Chairman of the Chinese Association, which is fighting the Act. He declared that163 words
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Article142 1907-12-06 1188 (Supplied by Reuter.) Viscount Aoki Interviewed. London, 4th Dec.—Viscount Aoki, Japanese Ambassador at Washington, in an interview, said be is returning home for the purpose of verbally reporting to his Government many things including the Immigration Problem. He declared his return can nowise be construed into an142 words
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Article171 1907-12-06 1188 (Supplied by Reuter.) Her Interests in the East. London, 4th I)ec.—President Roosevelt's message confirms the fotecast. He asks authority to remit the balance of the Boxer Indemnity and urges America to help the education of Chinese in every practicable way and especially promote the coming of Chinese students to171 words
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Article49 1907-12-06 1188 (Supplied, by Reuter.) A Breeze in the Reichstag, London, sth December.—The Reichstag sitting was suspended yesterday after a stormy scene in consequence of Herr Paasche, the National-Liberal leader, attacking the Government in connection with the Army Scandals. It is stated that Prince von Buelow has threatened to iesign.49 words
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Article56 1907-12-06 1188 (Supplied by Reuter.) Martial Law in Zululand. London, sth December.— Martial law his been proclaimed in Zululand where the situation has grown more serious owing to the attitude of the Natal natives. The total fighting strength of the Zulus is 30,000. Many are armed with rifles. Preparations arc56 words
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Article36 1907-12-06 1189 Russia Admitted. London, sth December.—Russia has been admitted to the Sugar Convention and allowed to maintain the present legislation, but her export is limited to 300,000 tons annually till 1909 and thereafter 200,000.36 words
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Article25 1907-12-06 1189 (Supplied by Reuter.) The King 111. London, sth Dec.—The King of Sweden is ill. The Crown Prince has been appointed Regent in his stead.25 words
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Article27 1907-12-06 1189 > T (Supplied by Reuter.) Train Runs into Platelayers. London, sth Dec.—An engine dashed into a gang of platelayers neir Paisley and seven were killed.27 words
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Article54 1907-12-06 1189 (Supplied by Reuter.) Wedding of Baron Lorenarn and Miss Hicks-Beech. London, 4th Dec.— Baron Loroburn (Sir Robert Threshie Reid, k.c.m.g., k.c„ Lord Chancellor) was quietly married yesterday in the crypt of St. Stephen’s to Miss HicksBeech, niece of Lord St. Aldwyn. The members of the Cabinet and both Houses54 words
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Article28 1907-12-06 1189 {Supplied by Reuter.) Stay in England Over. London, 4th Doc.—The King and Queen of Spain have concluded their visit to England and are now homeward bound.28 words
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73 1907-12-06 1189 who is tour- ing the world 111 the interest of his art and who arrived in Penang in April last, for some capital views of Penang printed on bromide paper. Among the views are those of the Aier Etam Temple,73 words
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Article102 1907-12-06 1189 has left England in bis yacht Valhalla on a voyage Io the East for a tour of some months. Loid Crawford has a party of men guests on board, including Lord M uncaster and Mr. Allison V. Armour, a noted American yachtsman, and owner of the102 words
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Article130 1907-12-06 1189 Pknang. sth December. (Ry courtesy of the Chartered Rank.) London Demand Ban I 2 3} l 4 Hi< nths’sight Rai 24$ 3 Credit 2/-I 3 j, Documentary ..2 4$ Calcutta, Demand Bank Rs 173 J 3 days’ sig.P Pr 175$ Bom ba v. D urn ml Ban k 173130 words
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Article172 1907-12-06 1189 Gobi leaf $65.50 B. Pepper( W.Coas’ 31b5,5 oz.) 16J. no slock White Poppet 19.25 sellers Trang Pepper e out of season Cloves (picked) in small supply 65.— nominal Mace Picking? 57. do. Nutmegs 110 b 25.— sellers No. 1 5.45 sales Sugai < 2 no stock Basko’ 3.50 buyersl172 words
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Advertisement35 1907-12-06 1189 A Notable Fact. The absence of all narcotics makes Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy the safest and best medicine for all coughs, colds, croup and whooping cough that can be procured. The George Town Dispensary, Wholesale Agents.35 words
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Advertisement16 1907-12-06 1189 John Uazley White Bros,' PORTLAND CEMENT, LION BRAND.” Saiidilands, Buttery Co.. AGENTS. PENANQ F. M. S.16 words
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Advertisement558 1907-12-06 1189 Eight Doctors Did Their Best. Colombo Gentleman Tells How After Eight Leaihng Pht Bici Kk Hao k ailed He Was Complbtbli (JuRED OF Heart Complaint, Headaches, Dr. Williams* Pink Pint. 7 J eB ’7 sl J i< k Mr T- B| oxliam of Colombo it >« a fact that I558 words
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Article1354 1907-12-06 1190 Being in my teens I cannot look very far back into my past life to say which is my happiest day, for what was spent in the early days of my childhood is certainly not to be envied, save those fondlings and caresses which1,354 words
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Article849 1907-12-06 1190 Mr. Birrell to Help the Blind. Speaking at Dublin on the 29th October, Mr. Birrell said be would do the verv best be could during the next session of Parliament to begin the movement for the better education and subsequent employment of the blind. Gaol for Truants. Habitual849 words
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Advertisement171 1907-12-06 1190 The result of last week’s competition has been most gratifying. Over a score of essays, on The Happiest Day of My Life,'’ were received, and there are several veiy creditable ones amongst them. Of the number I consider Master Ung Ban Hoe’s to be the best and I therefore award171 words
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Advertisement201 1907-12-06 1191 FOR «A.LE. JOHN MARTIN, MINER A ROMANCE OF MODERN MALAYA. BY OLIVER ASHWELL, AUTHOR OF Tales of the Fen," Chronicles of the Carburettor Club," In Peril in Penang,' etc. PRICE 50 CENTS. CAN BE HAD AT THE CRITERION PRESS, Liu, 226, 232, Beach Street, Penang. a. FOR fs “The Upheaval201 words
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Advertisement200 1907-12-06 1191 Guide to Penang, BY THE LATE E. F. Skertchly, f.e.s. Price 50 cents. Worth a Dollar a copy.”) TO BE HAD AT THE STRAITS ECHO OFFICE. FOH SALE. The Early History of Penang, 1592—1827. BY E. G. Cullin am| W. F. Zehnder. (Reprinted from the Straits Echo,”} Royal Quarto. 44200 words
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Article1035 1907-12-06 1192 a oj Number of. -j i 2 Capital. Shares > T»-» n- -j g ie issued. g 1 Last Dividend. Name. J .1 x c? s I :r— L A 1903 300,000 30,000 10 10 25 forv^r Mining' 1907 300,000 22,500 10 10 31,3/07 Belat Tin Mining Co., Ltd.1,035 words
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Advertisement229 1907-12-06 1193 The CRITERIONPRESS, Lid. ES ESTABLISHED 1883. R PRINTERS PUBLISHERS. |g Proprietors of the “STRAITS ECHO,” “SIN POE,” A “CHAYA PULAU PINANG” H The most enterprising and up-to-date printers and J| lithographers in the Orient. I B Our plant is of the very latest pattern and by con- I B stantly229 words
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