The Straits Echo (Mail Edition), 14 April 1911
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Title Section21 1911-04-14 1 THE STRAITS ECHO, MAIL EDITION. ||s Per Annum. Single Copy, 40 cents. Vol. 9. Penang, Friday, 11th APRIL, 1911. No. 15.21 words
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Advertisement318 1911-04-14 1 I I CONTENTS. x Leaders: page. Sports (Contd.) page. i Wordsworth 299 Cricket Tournament: P. C. C. vs. American Humour 303 p. R. C. 306 5 Woman 305 Easter Cricket 306 J Chambers of Commerce ...309 Easter Football... 309 317 Panem Et Circenses ...313 Penang Golf Club ...313 i x318 words
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Advertisement156 1911-04-14 2 d i j THE ST IS A ITO ECHO MAIL EDITION. I I t Published the day prior to the departure of each mail J J for Europe, and contains ihe latest local and States news originally published in the daily issues, as well as i all important news from156 words
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Article629 1911-04-14 299 To-day, April 7th, is the 141st anniversary of the natal day of Wordsworth, who incurred the jealous wrath of My Lord Byron by giving us words of greater worth. Not once but many times has the present writer made pilgrimage to Wordsworth’s birthplace, and to the picturesque scenes of629 words
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Article253 1911-04-14 299 Messrs. Kennedy Co., as agepts of the undermentioned estates, send us the following rubber crops for March Gula-Kalumpong 16,000 lbs. Padang Jawa 1,400 Chemor United 490 Rubber Estates of Kri m. 3,717 In March last year the crop was 2,091 lbs. The total for the first three months253 words
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Article790 1911-04-14 299 R. C. r.«. CRESCENT. An Overwhelming Defeat. The Cup tie match between the C R.C. and the Crescent was played yesterday evening, before a large crowed of spectators. The weather was all that could be expected and there was little or no breeze. The game was a one790 words
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Advertisement102 1911-04-14 299 gpite Straits Echo «Sw w®w Justice satisfies every body, and justice alone.— Awer.stn. Established June Ist, 1903. Published daily (except Sundays.) AT THK CRITERION PRESS, Ltd, No. 226 —232, Beach Btree\ Penang. PRICE PAILY LOCAL ©24 per aawm OUTSTATION Postage Extra. yHL EDITION (Poet Free) SIC CABLE ADDRESS: Echo—Penang.” Teittphone102 words
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Article398 1911-04-14 300 The 50 yards Handicap in the Gibbons Cup Competition will be competed for on Sunday next at 10 a. in. After the race there will be a game of Water-Polo between the following teams. Start 10-30 am. A. E. T. Murray Goa/ A. W. Harries. E. Reimann398 words
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Article127 1911-04-14 300 Walker Trophy. X' 3 r°, -o Mrs. Anderson* 32 Wright-Motion*! 32 Miss Mclntyre!* 30 Joan Smith!* 29 Wemyss!* 29 Huxley!* 28 Thornton 28 Jones 27 Smith! 27 Mrs. Mclntyre 26 Miss Hogan 26 Mrs. Hamilton 26 Liston! 24 Miss Case 3 De Voght Cup. Miss Mclntyre ‘B9 36 34.45127 words
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Article136 1911-04-14 300 co lilt- ou -p. p. The Taiping members of the Ladies Rifle Association put in their monthly shoot for the Walker Trophy last evening and made the following scores Mrs. Anderson 32 Tate 32 Miss Barton Parkes 31 Mrs. Vanrenen 31 Moir 30 Hobson 29 Total 185 When theco lilt- ou -p. p. - 136 words
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Article403 1911-04-14 300 At a Meeting of the Executive Committee held yesterday afternoon the following Subcommittees were appointed for the purpoge of collecting subscriptions Chinese Community —Messrs. W. T Chapman, Liong Lok Heng, Tai Kee Yoon, Heah Swee Lee, Cheah Chen Eok, Ng Seah Wong, Yeoh Cheang Chye, Lim403 words
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Advertisement63 1911-04-14 300 Children Like It. When a medicine must lie given to young children it should be pleasant to take. Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy is made from loaf sugar, and the roots used in its preparation give it a flavor similar to maple syrup, making it pleasant to take. It has no superior63 words
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Article249 1911-04-14 301 Thus the Ipoh paper:— The High Commissioner, H. E. Sir John Anderson, g. c. m. g., etc., seems to have a gtrange antipathy towards Ipoh, for, besides refusing to consent to the removal of the seat of Government of the Kinta District from the moribund village of Batu249 words
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Article393 1911-04-14 301 The Perak Pioneer, in pleading for a Planters’ Hospital, says The existing Hospital is all that could be wished for. Both the medical and nursing staff are efficient, but for the common and garden planter’s assistant, or any other European employed in the country, the charges are393 words
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Article793 1911-04-14 301 -8. T. VOLUNTEERS TO REPRESENT THE COLONY. The Official List. For the second time in the history of the Colony it has fallen to the honour of the local Volunteer Corps to represent the Straits Settlements in the military detachments, furnished from Dominions beyond the Seas, for great-8. T. - 793 words
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Article277 1911-04-14 301 Mr. Sporting Notes of the Free Press has this suggestion to make: Whilst arrangements are being considered for celebrating the Coronation week here, it might be a good idea to consider whether a one day meeting could not lie included amongst the fixtures. The Selangor races coming in277 words
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Advertisement40 1911-04-14 301 Better than a Plaster. For pains in the side or chest dampen a piece of flannel with Chamberlain’s Pain Bilm and bind it on over the seat of pain There is nothing bitter. Eor sale by all Dispensaries and Dealers.40 words
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Article296 1911-04-14 302 K. 8. Koh. ] - [By K. 8. Koh.] Than this* can anything be more sublime Friendship decayeth not with changing Time. The giddy wheel of Fortune It defies, It looketh not with Mammon’s sordid eyes. When all is dark, and Mis’ry holds the sway, It sheds a light to guide us on296 words
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Article82 1911-04-14 302 An Extraordinary Position. Berlin, March 10th. —Itecently one of two sisters, inseparably joined together like the Siamese twins, was ordered by a Court to pay damages for a breach of contract. She disregarded t]m judgment, and in consequence she and her sister were arrested and conveyed to prison.82 words
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Article21 1911-04-14 302 Sptrui'.) Mr. A. H. Lemon. Singapore, 7th April.— Mr. A. H. Lemon has l>een gazetted Colonial Secretary.21 words
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Article48 1911-04-14 302 I.'I:O SpC j Arrival in Singapore. Singapore, 7th April. -The Submarine C. 38 is here with II M.S. Edgar. The voyage from Colombo was uneventful. The other two submarines are due here on Sunday, when the H.M.S. Flora will leave with C. 38 for Hongkong.48 words
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Article38 1911-04-14 302 [Echo Special.) Homeward Bound. Singapore, 7th April.—H. E. the Governor, who left for home by the Devanha to-day, had a most cordial send-off. A large crowd saw him off. There was no guard of honour.38 words
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Article48 1911-04-14 302 [Echo Special.) March Crops. Klumpor, 7th April.—The March rubber crop of the undermentioned estates was as follows Ramban Panjang 700 lbs. Fine Hard Para. The Planters’ Stores and Agency have received a cable from London stating that the price of fine hard para is 6s. per lb.48 words
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Article80 1911-04-14 302 [Echo Special.) Exports for the Quarter. Klum, ur, 7th April.—The advance statement of the F. M. S. tin exports for the past three months gives the following figures Perak 95,186 pikuls. Selangor 54,429 Negri Sembilan 6,851 Decreases. This shows a decrease, as compared with a corresponding period last year,80 words
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Article52 1911-04-14 302 [Suppled by Ecater.) Life Insurance a Government Monopoly. London, 7th April.— A telegram from Rome states that Government will shortly introduce legislation for the creation of a state monojxjly in regard to life insurance. The revenue from it will be entirely devoted towards old age and invalidity pensions[Suppled by Ecater.) - 52 words
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Article62 1911-04-14 302 [Supplied by Reuler.) Turkish Relief Force. London, 7th April.—A telegram from Constantinople states that a relief force has entered Sanaa. [On Jan. 17 Reuter wired A telegram from Constantinope states that the Govern* ment has decided to di-spatch eighteen battalions immediately to Yemen against Imam Yahya, who[Supplied by Reuler.) - 62 words
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Article86 1911-04-14 302 [Supplied by Reuter.) Views of London Exporters. London, 7th April. —The London Exporters, interviewed, while admitting that the reduced Japanese duties were much better than a general tariff in their effects on the lower classes of cotton, textiles and wollen goods, still assert that the duties would[Supplied by Reuter.) - 86 words
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Article50 1911-04-14 302 [Supplied by Reuter.) Result. London, 7th April.—The result of the race for the Craven Stakes was as follows: Irish Wedding (1) Gilgandra (2) Ben Alder (3) Won by five lengths. S. P. 6to 1 agst. Irish Wedding; 20 to agst. Gilgandra; and 20 to 1 agst. Ben Alder.[Supplied by Reuter.) - 50 words
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Article61 1911-04-14 302 [Sup]died by Reuter.) Taft's Message to Congress. London, 6th April.—A telegram from Washington states that President Taft, in a message to Congress, urges early action in regard to the Reciprocity Bill. He says that while the subject was under discussion he became convinced that the people of the[Sup]died by Reuter.) - 61 words
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Article58 1911-04-14 302 [Supplied by Reuter.) A Question to be Discussed. London, 6th April.—In the House of Commons Mr. II. II. Asquith, the Premier, said that the question of combining the judicial functions of the Privy Council and the House of Lords into one ultimate court of appeal of t he[Supplied by Reuter.) - 58 words
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Advertisement63 1911-04-14 302 Children Like It. When a medicine must l>e given to young children it should lx; pleasant to take. Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy is made from loaf sugar, and the roots used in its preparation give it a flavor similar to maple syrup, making it pleasant to take. It has no superior63 words
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Advertisement66 1911-04-14 302 Keep it at Hand. Keep Chamberlain’s Pain Balm at hand, become acquainted with its many uses ami intrinsic merits and it will save much suffering as well as time and money. It promptly relieves the pain resulting from cuts, bruises, sprains or injuries from any cause and the wound is66 words
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Article574 1911-04-14 303 We have been reading American journalistic references to various recent events, and in spite of the average Englishman’s exaggerated notion of the vulgar sensationalism of American journalism, and in spite of the smug reproaches recently published by the Tinies and other London papers, we Je going to submit574 words
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Article102 1911-04-14 303 To the Editor of the Straits Echo. Sir, —I challenge Apollo (Mr. Banquier) to a little test (involving the deposit of 8300 with the local editors) as to the respective merits of our circuses. Mr. Bauquier’s show simply cannot hold a candle to Mr. Fillis’s, and I102 words
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Article271 1911-04-14 303 The following office-bearers were elected at the Annual Meeting of the Nursing Association which was held at the Judge’s Bungalow on Thursday: President Mrs. Thornton. Hon. Treasurer Mr. T. B. Peterkin. Hon. Secretary Dr. G. W. Park. Committee Mesdames Saye and Young. Report for 1910. The Committee271 words
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Article71 1911-04-14 303 The following dates have been definitely fixed: Second Round. April 11 (Tuesday)—St. Xavier s v .P.C.C. April 18 (Tuesday)—Crescent Star v Free School. Semi Final. April 20 (Thursday) —M. R- C. v C.R.C. April 25 (Tuesday)—Crescent Star or Free School v St. Xavier’s or P. C. C. Final.71 words
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Article582 1911-04-14 303 Messrs. Huttenbach’s invitation to inspect the newly acquired turbine steamer Lama was, considering the squally weather, well responded to. Among the company which was shown round by Capt. E. B. Hirst, and subsequently entertained to supper on board, were Mr. and Mrs. A. Huttenbach, Mr. and582 words
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Article625 1911-04-14 304 Minute» of a meeting of the Rural Board held at the Senior District Officer’s Office, Bukit Mertajam, on Wednesday, April sth, 1911, at 2.30 p.m. Present —Messrs, G. Stothard, D. Douglas, Kee Tek Quee, M. M. Noordin, Dr. Sheppard, Medical Officer, Mr. Holden, Executive Engineer, Mr. C.625 words
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Article184 1911-04-14 304 The effect of the recent drought is, as we (M.M.) anticipated, being reflected in the rubber crop returns for last month. The following comments published with the returns speak for themselves Linggi Plantations. —The Manager states that the unusually long drought and the fact that the184 words
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Article137 1911-04-14 304 The eighteenth annual report of this Bank says The Net Profits for the year, after providing for bad and doubtful debts, and including £26,030. ss. Bd. brought forward from last Account, amount to <£108,897. 4s. Bd. From this sum has to be deducted £16,875, being the137 words
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Article171 1911-04-14 304 Mr. Quan Kai, compradore of the Pacific Mail Steamship Company, recently received a cablegram from Mr. T. B. Wileox, President of the Portland Flouring Mills Company, Portland, Ore., of which company Mr. Quan Kai is the agent at Hongkong, placing at his disposal, to be disbursed171 words
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Article135 1911-04-14 304 Singapore Programme. Singapore, Bth April.—June 22—Review Special Services. Meeting of the Legislative Council followed by a meeting at the Memorial Hall at which there will be special music. A Royal Salute will be fired at noon Fireworks at night and at Government House a dinner and reception. There135 words
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Article51 1911-04-14 304 (Echo March Crops. Singapore, 7th April.—The March rubber crops of the undermentioned estates were as follows lbs. Chersonese 4,676 Dennistown 2,852 Highlands 37,402 Sungei Krian 1,700 Riverside 3,108 Sungei Way 10,617 Sua Mauggis 305 Kombok 1,679 Bernam 2,592 Cicely 16,136 Dominion 2,035 Glencaly 1,634 Ratanni 3,500 Trolak 774 Bruas51 words
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Article75 1911-04-14 304 {Supplied 11 enter.} 1,000 Passengers on Board. London, Bth April.—A telegram from New York states that the N.-D. L. steamer Prinzess Ir.ne is ashore at Friesland. A thousand passengers are on board and the situation is serious. Weather Threatening. The Prinzess Irene is connected with the shore{Supplied 11 enter.} - 75 words
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Article104 1911-04-14 304 {Supplied by It outer.} Revived. London, 7th April.—The discussion on the case of the Naval Cadet Archer Shee, who proceeded against the King last July upon a Petition of Right claiming damages owing to his dismissal in l»908 on the accusation of stealing a postal order,{Supplied by It outer.} - 104 words
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Article25 1911-04-14 305 (Supplied by Reuter.) Financial Relations. London, Bth April.—A Committee has been appointed to consider the financial between Ireland and Great Britain.(Supplied by Reuter.) - 25 words
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Article193 1911-04-14 305 (Supplied by Reuter.) Diverse Views. London, 7th April.—The papers give a qualified reception to the Japanese conceslions. The Free Trade journals generally regard them as satisfactory. The Standard and Daily Express describe the concessions as farcical. The Times, which regards the concessions as fairly satisfactory, says that the(Supplied by Reuter.) - 193 words
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Article1925 1911-04-14 305 Lady Selborne sent the following letter and enclosure to the Times, which printed them: I have received the enclosed letter from Lady Constance Lytton. It seems to me that there is a certain amount of troth in what she says, so I should be much obliged if you •ill1,925 words
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Article695 1911-04-14 306 P. C. C. Vt. P. R. C. The cricket match on the Esplanade on Saturday between the P.C.C. and the P.R.C. wan very exciting. The first five batsmen of the P. R. C. were out for only 15 runs, Ezechiel taking four wickets out of the five in695 words
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Article253 1911-04-14 306 The Teams. Perak:—Messrs. Marks (Captain), Banks, Barry, Edwards, Hinings, Kerr, Kingston, Lambert, Maartenz, Parsons and Weld. Umpire—Mr. Stainer. Scorer —Mr. Alexander. Penang :—Messrs. W. W. Dean, V. R. Scully, G. Lungley, I. D. Wood, I. W. Haddon, O. Bruce, Boey Ewe Ghee, Milton, I. D. Fettes, H. W.253 words
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Article189 1911-04-14 306 Morgan—Mitchell. At St. George’s Church on Saturday afternoon the marriage was solemnised between Mr. Albert Reginald Morgan, General Manager of the Alor Pongsu and Brieh Rubber Estates, and Miss Elsie Marie Rohlack (Miss Pin Mitchell), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. E. Mitchell. The bride was attired in189 words
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Article355 1911-04-14 306 Mr. M. E. Sherwood has been appointed to act ae District Officer, Jasin, during the absence on leave of Mr. R. J. Farrer. Mr. David Beatty has been appointed District Judge, Malacca. His Excellency the Governor has been pleased provisionally to recognize Mr. J. C. JurrjenS as in355 words
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Advertisement61 1911-04-14 306 Good for Weak Digestion. Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Tablets do not sicken or gripe, and may be taken with perfect safety by the most delicate woman or the youngest child. The old and feeble will also find them a most suitable remedy for aiding and strengthening their weakened digestion and61 words
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Article633 1911-04-14 307 To THE Editor of the Straits Echo. Sir In view of the fact that I am unable to be present at the above Company’s annual meeting on Tuesday the 11th inst., I would be obliged if you could afford me space to put a few633 words
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Article736 1911-04-14 307 Yesterday morning, says last Friday’s 8. F. P., H. M. S. Edgar, (Captain C. B. Miller), arrived from Colombo, with Submarine C. 38 in tow. The event is interesting as being the first occasion one of these miniature fighting machines has been seen in Singapore Harbour,736 words
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Article441 1911-04-14 307 “Post” in the Service. A correspondent writes to draw our attention to the game of post that is being perpetually played in the Service, and considers that a fatal mistake is being made by the various Governments in this respect in the East. The continual transference of men441 words
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Article1105 1911-04-14 308 Says the Straits Times in its leading article of last Thursday Sir John Anderson leaves at eiyht o’clock to-morrow morning for Europe. He will be absent, probably, from four to five months and the period will not lie one of restful ease. We doubt if the Governor1,105 words
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Article260 1911-04-14 308 We understand, says the M. M., that a copy of the report by Mr. R. E. Stubbs, of the Colonial Office, which was the outcome of his recent visit to the Straits Settlements and Federated Malay States, has reached this country. We also understand that some of260 words
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Article59 1911-04-14 308 EmpText Passengers Removed. London, Bth April.—A telegram from New York states that 1,720 passengers of the N.-D. L. liner Prinzess Irene, which ran aground, has been removed in surf boats and life boats. The steamer is still fast. Cargo Also. London, 10th April.—Lighters are taking off theEmpText - 59 words
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Article44 1911-04-14 308 {Supplied by Reulerd) Vote of Confidence in Government. London, Bth April.—A telegram from Paris states that, after the debate on the foreign policy, the Senate passed a vote of confidence in the Government by 253 votes to 26, a majority of 227.{Supplied by Reulerd) - 44 words
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Article70 1911-04-14 308 (Supplied by Reuter.') Winston’s Speech. London, Bth April.—Mr. Winston Churchill, Home Secretary, said that the remarkable vindication of our Free Trade policy was the brilliant commercial treaty which Sir Edward Grey had negotiated with Japan, in which for the first time our great free market was formally(Supplied by Reuter.') - 70 words
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Article34 1911-04-14 308 (<‘s/;>p/ĕ;d by Reuter.) Exciting Situation. London, 9th April.—There is continued anxiety in regard to the situation in Morocco. According to the last advices coalition rebellions have taken place among the tribesmen surrounding Fez.(<‘s/;>p/ĕ;d by Reuter.) - 34 words
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Article43 1911-04-14 308 (Supplied by Reuter.) Results. London, 10th April.—The race for the Newbury Cup resulted as follows: Rochester 1 Protestant 2 Avernus 3 Won by a head. S.P. to 8 agst. Rochester, 100 to 7 agst. Protestant, ami 7 to 1 agst. Avernus.(Supplied by Reuter.) - 43 words
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Article44 1911-04-14 308 (Supplied by Reuter.) Yoshiwara Quarter Destroyed. Loudon, 10th April.—A telegram from Tokio states that the Yoshiwara quarter has been burnt down. Five thousand houses were destroyed ami six thousand prostitutes are homeless. Many were injured but there were no deaths.(Supplied by Reuter.) - 44 words
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Article32 1911-04-14 309 (Supplied by Reuter.} For Pacification Purposes. London, 9th April. —The Mexican House Deputies has voted $4,000,000 (gold) for the pacification of the country to be devoted to military supplies and equipment.(Supplied by Reuter.} - 32 words
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Article45 1911-04-14 309 (Supplied by Reuter.} Increase in Imports and Exports. London, 9th April.—The British trade returns show an increase in the imports of last month of <£434,075 and in the exports of £6,472,354. The increase in the exports were mainly iron and steel manufactures.(Supplied by Reuter.} - 45 words
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Article455 1911-04-14 309 The oldest Chamber of Commerce known to history appears to be that of Marseilles, XIV —XV century, and it monkeyed with matters not always affecting commerce. The oldest in Great Britain is said to be the Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, which was inaugurated on New Year’s Day,455 words
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Article27 1911-04-14 309 The following will represent Perak in the soccer match against Penan-? at Easter Stuart, Brash, Day, Bolton, Duff, Edgar, Barry, Tatham, Irvine, Hinings, and Alexander.27 words
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Article289 1911-04-14 309 i Z *O-3 W 2 H Miss Hogan *9O 30 34.50 Mrs. Wright-Motion. *64 33 t 34.28 Miss Case -93 23 34.16 Mrs. Liston -83 30 t 34.16 Miss Jones -85 29 34.15 Wemyss *77 31 134.08 Mrs. Hamilton *B3 29 33.98 Miss S. B. Smith -90 24 33.90289 words
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Article630 1911-04-14 309 Period of Quiet Buying. The London and China Express, of March 17, has the following report on the rubl>er industry The market for Para has l>een very dull, with little business passing. Hard Fine on the spot is quoted 6s. value; MarchApril delivery sold at 6s. 6£d. and value630 words
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Article3338 1911-04-14 310 The Twenty-fifth Annual Report (1910) of the Penang Chamber of Commerce reads (in part) Membership. At the close of the year the total Membership of the Chamber was 29. No new Members joined and there are two resignations to report, viz:— Messrs. The Netherlands Indian Discount Bank3,338 words
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Advertisement63 1911-04-14 310 Children Like It. When a medicine must be given to young children it should l>e pleasant to take. Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy is made from loaf sugar, and the roots used in its preparation give it a flavor similar to maple syrup, making it pleasant to take. It has no superior63 words
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Advertisement66 1911-04-14 310 Keep it it Hand. Keep Chamberlain’s Pain Balm at hand, liecome acquainted with its many uses and intrinsic merits and it will save much suffering as well as time and money. It promptly relieves the pain resulting from cuts, bruises, sprains or injuries from any cause and the wound is66 words
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Advertisement62 1911-04-14 310 Good for Weak Digestion. Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Tablets do not sicken or gripe, and may be taken with perfect safety by the most delicate woman or the youngest child. The old and feeble will also find them a most suitable remedy for aiding and strengthening their weakened digestion and62 words
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Advertisement37 1911-04-14 311 Better than a Plaster. I'or pains in the side or chest dampen a of flannel with Chamberlain’s Pain Balm and bind it on over the seat of pain is nothing better. For sale by all Biapausaries Dealers.37 words
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Advertisement55 1911-04-14 311 Danger Avoided. There is little danger from a cold except when followed by pneumonia, and this never happens w’hen Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy is used. This remedy has won its great reputation and extensive sale by its remarkable cures of colds and can be relieel upon with implicit confidence. For sale55 words
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Article633 1911-04-14 312 ANNUAL MEETING. The annual meeting of the Penang Hunt Club was held in the Chamber of Commerce yesterday afternoon, Mr. W. Peel being in the Chair. Among those present were Mr. Justice Thornton, Dr. Liston, and Messrs H. Pickenpack, S. Riley, R- P- Phillips and 11. Starr633 words
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Article613 1911-04-14 312 Rubber Industry Affects the Local Labour Supply. The report by the Colonial Engineer on the Public Works Department in 1910 ig printed as a supplement to the Straits Settlements Government Gazette. This shows that the total expenditure under all heads of service, in each Settlement and in613 words
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Article73 1911-04-14 313 (Echo Special.) March Crops. Klumpur, 11th April.—The March crops o f the undermentioned estates were as fol10WSkepong 4 800 lbs. Batu Caves Brown Comet 750 Latest Prices. Klumpur, 11th April.—The Planters’ Stores and Agency have received a cable from London giving the following prices Sheet 6s. 3d. per lb.73 words
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Article17 1911-04-14 313 (Supplied by Dealer.) Refloated. London, 10th April.—The N.-D.L. liner Prinzess Irene has been refloated.(Supplied by Dealer.) - 17 words
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Article49 1911-04-14 313 (Supplied by Deuter.) Tartar General Killed. London, 10th April.—The Daily Express correspondent at Hongkong states that a serious rising has taken place in Canton. It is stated that the Tartar General commanding the troops there has been murdered and that reinforcements are being hastened to the town.(Supplied by Deuter.) - 49 words
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Article38 1911-04-14 313 (Supplied by Heater.) 29 Knots an Hour. London, 10th April.—The Dreadnought cruiser Indefatigable, in a twenty-four hours’ trial, steamed on an average 29 knots an hour. This is a record for all war-vessels except torpedo boats.(Supplied by Heater.) - 38 words
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Article54 1911-04-14 313 (Supplied by Dealer.) Lowther Dissatisfied. London, 10th April.—The Daily Telegraph correspondent at Constantinople says that no further progress has been made in regard to the negotiations of the Persian Gulf section of the Bagdad Railway as Sir Gerard Augustus Lowther, British Ambassador at Constantinople, is not very well(Supplied by Dealer.) - 54 words
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Article71 1911-04-14 313 (Supplied by Dealer.) QUESTION IN PARLIAMENT. Harcourt Will Not Interfere. bondon, 11th April.—ln the House of mmons, replying to a question by Mr. in reference to the conversion of the tanical Gardens in Penang into a reserla’ I lk* Harcourt, Colonial Secretary, doiHi Colonial Government had less(Supplied by Dealer.) - 71 words
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Article45 1911-04-14 313 u The Sultan Holding His Own. London, 11th April.—A telegram from langier states that deluges of rain and floods are preventing the operations ar-mud Fez where the Sultan appears to be holding his own fairly. Troops are being embarked from the chief Spanish ports.!.' u - 45 words
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Article185 1911-04-14 313 (Supplied by Deicer.) A Resolute Attack. London, 11th April.—A telegram from Constantinople says that the insurgents are continually attacking Sanaa. For ten hours they used artillery. The Turkish troops and the inhabitants are defending the town resolutely. P. O. Messrs. Caird and Co., of Greenock, on March 14, launched(Supplied by Deicer.) - 185 words
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Article423 1911-04-14 313 Man does not live by bread alone. He must have circuses. He has asked for them and had them, as old Pliny and other journalists do tell, ever since the English faced the Roman peril. The Romans brought slavery to England, and scientific militarism, and literature, and423 words
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Article447 1911-04-14 313 Men’s Presgrave Cup for April. The Presgrave Cup for April was won by Mr. R. Henderson with 3 down.” Mr. A. F. Goodrich won the optional ball sweep with all square” first round. The following other returns were made; T. A. Martin (—9) 4 down. A. F447 words
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Article665 1911-04-14 314 P. C. C. vs. 8. X. I. Yesterday evening on the Esplanade St. Xavier’s who obtained a walk over from Butterworth, played oil their Cup Tie match with the P.C.C. before '*n unusually large crowd of spectators. The premier club, after winning the toss, elected to defend the665 words
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Article1243 1911-04-14 314 GENERAL MEETING. An ordinary general meeting of the Eastern Smelting Company, Ltd., was held at the F. M. S. Railway Buildings yesterday afternoon, the following gentlemen being present; The Hon. Mr. A. R. Adams (Chairman), Mr. J. IL Pye (Managing Director), Mr. P. E. Laws (Accountant) and1,243 words
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Article1309 1911-04-14 315 an interesting paper. Read by Mr. W. M. Currie a t Perak Chamber of Mines. The following paper was read by Mr. W M Currie, General Manager, Pusing Bharu Clines, at the Council Meeting of the Perak Chamber of Mines, on 7th March, 1911 Mr. President1,309 words
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Article613 1911-04-14 315 {l ioiii Our Cnrrrxpinulf'nl.) 9th April. The pustjioned meeting to appnnt a Committee to collect subscriptions for the festivities in connection with the King’s Coronation came off yesterday at 12 o’clock in the Council Chamlajr, and it is pleasing to have to report that a large and very representative613 words
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Article529 1911-04-14 316 The Chinese Cabinet. The Prince Regent has instructed 11. E. Na Tung and Chu Shai Cheung to advise Prince Ching to accept the presidentship of the New Cabinet. The Prince Regent said the success of the New Cabinet depends upon the acceptance of the presidentship by Prince Ching.529 words
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Article667 1911-04-14 316 Fillis’s Please Enormous Crowd. There is no further argument possible. Fillis’s Circus, which opened on an excellent site in Magazine Road last night, is the Biggest ami Best. When they say that every one of their turns is a star turn, they do not exaggerate. The whole show667 words
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Article162 1911-04-14 316 Hesitancy to Demand Compensation. At a meeting on the 17th ult. of a committee in the Lower House on a petition of the owners of the Tatsu-maru, asking for the granting of compensation for the dainag s sustained by the steamer resulting from her unlawful162 words
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Article69 1911-04-14 316 (Echo Special.) Pajam 5 per cent. Interim. Singapore, 11th April.—Pajam paid a 5 per cent, interim dividend for the year ending September 30, 1911. Singapore United Floated. The Singapore United Estate has been successfully floated in London. Indra giri. In regard to the Indragiri Estate the Investigation Committee advise69 words
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Article24 1911-04-14 316 (A’c/m Special.} Cox. Singapore, 11th April.—Cox is the tennis champion. He beat Howe in the final tie by 6—4 2—6 6—2.24 words
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Article67 1911-04-14 316 (Supplied by Heater.} Turkish Reverse. London, 11th April.—A, telegram from Periru states that natives from the interior state that a force of 1,800 Turks was annihilated by stratagem at Perim on April and that Naderi was captured on March 30, only 15 men out of the three(Supplied by Heater.} - 67 words
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Article52 1911-04-14 317 (Supplied by Reider.} Projected Russo-Japanese Company. London, 12th April.—A telegram from St Petersburg states that the Russian Minister of Commerce has submitted to the Cabinet a bill for the establishment at St. Petersburg of a Russo-Japanese Company to develop closer relations between Russia and Japan both commercially(Supplied by Reider.} - 52 words
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Article45 1911-04-14 317 (Supplied by Reuter.} I in. Bigger. London, 12th April.—There is much interest in Navy Circles by the announcement that the Admiralty is experimenting with 15 in. guns. This is regarded as Great Britain’s reply to the 14 in. guns adopted by foreigners.(Supplied by Reuter.} - 45 words
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Article41 1911-04-14 317 (Supplied by Reuter.} Sir Joseph Ward’s Suggestion. London, 11th April.—A telegram from Toronto states that Sir Joseph Ward, Premier of New Zealand, speaking at a banquet, urged a system of co-operation between the colonies in the building of navies.(Supplied by Reuter.} - 41 words
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Article225 1911-04-14 317 (Supplied by Reuter.} Estimates Approved. London, 11th April.—A telegrim from St. Petersburg states that the Council of Empire has approved of the Navy Estimates amounting to 110,000,000 roubles, which is 3,330,000 roubles above the figure submitted by the Duma. Steamship Boycott—Says the Labuan correspondent of the Straits Times(Supplied by Reuter.} - 225 words
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Article868 1911-04-14 317 This is no reference to the. aborted pr >posal of the local Government to levy in-- me tax. It refers to the following appeal w .ich appeared in the Pinany Gazette last night Sir, I am a new shareholder in a rubber company owning an estate in this868 words
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Article357 1911-04-14 317 The Penang team, which will play against Perak on Easter Monday, comprise tho following Goal.— Syer. Backs.— Goldie and Ivens. Halves.— Tyack, Mourin and Burr. Forwards. L ungley, Scully, Cuscaden, Dunford Wood and McCulloch. Referee :—Godby. Kidnapper Napped.—Li Toh was today sentenced to two years rigorous imprisonment by357 words
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90 1911-04-14 318 Mr. R. P. Phillips, Hon. Treasurer, ha; received the following donations to the above Fund Amount previously acknowledged 1295 G. H. Pritchard, Esq. 10 Anonymous 20 T. B. Peterkin, Esq. 10 M. K. Whitlock, Esq. 10 C. G. May, Esq. 5 G. N. Saye,90 words
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Article297 1911-04-14 318 Wound Up. An Extraordinary General Meeting of the Penang Khean Guan Insurance Coy., Ltd., was held yesterday at the Company’s premises, No. 34 Beach Street, to confirm the resolution passed at a previous meeting for winding up the business.’ There were more than fifteen shareholders present.297 words
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Article1469 1911-04-14 318 Mr. A G. Angier of the London and Chin* Expr<- s k-i I a paper on the Chinese as Emigrants at the meeting of the China Society. In the course of his lecture Mr. Angier said W hen we were children in the nursery, or it1,469 words
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Advertisement55 1911-04-14 318 Danger Avoided. There is little danger from a cold except when followed by pneumonia, and this never happens when Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy is used. This remedy has won its great reputation and extensive sale by its remarklable cures of colds and can be relied upon with implicit confidence. For sale55 words
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Article34 1911-04-14 319 The March returns of the Serendah Hydraulic Tin Mining Company are as follows x 17 4ao Output 174.42 Value $9,232.62 Tribute paid 43.88 Landak purchases 207.24 Working Expenses $2,745.46 Profit $6,245.7434 words
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356 1911-04-14 319 The Gold Medal of the KolonialWIRTSCHAFTLICHES KOMITHE. The Gold Medal for services rendered to Colonial Economic development will be awarded for the best process and method of extracting, coagulating and preparing rubber from Manihot, Kickxia and Ficus. Rules of the Competition. 1. The competitors356 words
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Article79 1911-04-14 319 /A rr. q/. j Serious Situation. Singapore, 13th April.—The disease which recently broke out at Malang, Java, which was first thought to be malaria, has now been decided to be plague. 100 cases took place and 75 deaths. 'The Java papers declare that the medical view in79 words
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Article53 1911-04-14 319 (Echo Special.') Seremban Dividend. Klumpur, 13th April. Messrs. Whitall Co. have received telegraphic advice to the effect that the directors of the Seremban Rubber Company recommend a final dividend of 21} making 36} for the year. Sungei Choh Dividend. The directors of Sungei Choh recommend a dividend at the53 words
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Article24 1911-04-14 319 (Echo Special.) Selangor's Walker Trophy Score. Klumpur, 13th April.—The Selangor Ladies Rifle Club scored 176 in the shoot for the Walker Trophy.24 words
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Article78 1911-04-14 319 (Supplied by Reuter.) Flying Boat Wrecked. London, 13th April.—The flying boat inventor, Mr. Fahre, at Monaco yesterday rose from the sea to a height of eight or ten feet. He dropped back easily. To-day,however, during the testing of the evolutions, the boat dashed on to some rocks and was(Supplied by Reuter.) - 78 words
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Article35 1911-04-14 319 (Supplied by Reuter.) Grant for £15,000,000. London, 13th April.—A telegram from St. Petersburg states that the Budget Committee has approved of a grant of <£15,000,000 for additions to the Black Sea fleet.(Supplied by Reuter.) - 35 words
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Article34 1911-04-14 319 (Supplied by Revier.) Delegates Get Free Railway Passes. London, 12th April.—All the great railways will grant free passes throughout their systems to the Colonial delegates of the Imperial Conference and their wives.(Supplied by Revier.) - 34 words
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Article27 1911-04-14 319 ''i'ippli-'d by Reuter.) Recruiting in Italy. London. 12th April.— Lord Crewe has gone to Italy where it is hoped that his health will be restored.''i'ippli-'d by Reuter.) - 27 words
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54 1911-04-14 319 Suppiud btf Reuter.) Home Office Considering. London, 13th April.—Mr. Winston Churchill, Home Secretary, announced in the House of Commons that Chinese immigration into Liverpool was engaging the attention of the Home Office and steps which it may l>e necessary to take to deal with the problem( Suppiud btf Reuter.) - 54 words
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Article331 1911-04-14 319 (Supplied by Reuter.) A Majority of One. London, 14th April.—As the result of a petition for the recount of the votes at the Exeter election Mr. Duke was returned by a majority of one after a week of exciting scrutiny. This is a Unionist gain. Taiping Rubber.—The March(Supplied by Reuter.) - 331 words
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Advertisement55 1911-04-14 319 I Good for Weak Digestion. I leu^ mbcrlaiu s Stomach and Liver Tab■Uk B^en or gripe, and may be 'lto safety by the most delilud r the y° un eBt child. The old I 80 them a most suitI f° r aiding and strengthening digestion and for regulating I ISlfri/55 words
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Advertisement40 1911-04-14 319 Better than a Plaster. For pains in the side or chest dampen a piece of flannel with Chamberlain’s Piin Balm and bind it on over the seat of pain. There is nothing better. For sale by all Dispensaries and Dealers.40 words
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Article118 1911-04-14 320 Penang, 13th April. By courtesy of the Chartered Bank. London, Demand Bank 2/4J 4 months’ sight Bank 3 Credit 2/4| 3 Documentary.. 2/4 Calcutta, Demand Bank R*. 171*, 8 days’ sight Private ’7s| Bombay, Demand Bank I7h Moulmein, Demand Bank I’3s 3 days’sight Private 176$ Madras, Demand Bank 174$118 words
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Article214 1911-04-14 320 Gold Leaf $64.60 Black Pepper no stock White Pepper 24} sales Trang Pepper 16$ buyers Cloves 42. nominal Mace 108— sellers Pickings 99.— buyers Nutmegs 110 s. 21$ buyers f No. 1 6.10 sales Sugar < 2 600 sales (.Basket 5.10a0/n. Copra (mixed) 8$ buyers Tab bun 100.— sellers214 words
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Advertisement9 1911-04-14 320 MACKAY’S LIQUEUR WHISKY. ♦«RF The Aome of Quality. 1689 words
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Advertisement790 1911-04-14 320 Poisoned by st „Snn.kc Bice» p’Ott After Months in Hospital Discharged As Incurable—A Cripple w Guide to Penang, “I Would Never Have Been Well Qj Again But For Dr. Williams’ Pink Pills." BY THE LATE The plain convincing facts of the case of wp wp sU{z>rt/»Klv rr Mr. Jacobus Gerrit790 words
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