The Straits Echo (Mail Edition), 19 December 1928
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Title Section19 1928-12-19 1 Straits Echo WEEKLY EDITION $lB PER ANNUM. SINGLE COPY 40 CTS. VOL. 26 PENANG, DECEMBER 19. 1928 NO. 5119 words
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Advertisement282 1928-12-19 1 OON’TSMTSfr !■—.imf jL Leading Articles Miscellaneous (Con.) i JL The Reform of the House of Mr. SwaineX Departure ...853 I Lords Mh Penang Wedding 851 I Capital Punishment 850 Christmas in Penang 85<i H 1 The Philosophy of Speed 850 The its Opera of Singapore 850 I A The Coining282 words
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Advertisement75 1928-12-19 2 s'", <A \b?pv>^ ks| |?> ">li K? M i m I I Ui t I fei s 1 J®L I g O® I UH i I I'm I I «11 l|M 8 Mill |<f GHMUMM&C" g I I Mx7?/?AX i I wMiiMg I k’i m K-F LA PLUS HAUTE QUALITE75 words
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Article897 1928-12-19 846 The question of the Constitution o! the Upper House has been debated and discussed for more than a decade. In the light of present day conditions not only is the House of Lords in need of drastic reform; but the present system of897 words
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Article511 1928-12-19 846 DR. BARCLAY OF THE METHODIST MISSION Dr. W. Barclay, of the Methodist Episcopal Mission. I.i’e of hicago, U.S A who has recent tv been touring the Far East on a religious campaign, arrives her» to day from Belawan. and will stay two days during which he511 words
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Advertisement24 1928-12-19 846 the straits echo PUBLISHED DAILY WEEKLY EDITIONS Coitaifling the Mtws of the week prior to departure of Mails for Europe 59, Beach Street, Penang24 words
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Article1330 1928-12-19 847 Malaya Cup Rugby—The Second Test—Malayan Racing (By Cur Sporting Correspondent) The meeting between Perak and Selangor at Ipoh on Saturday in the Malaya Cup Rugby football match ended, as most people expected, in a handsome win for the Premier State by 17 points to 4. After the brilliant1,330 words
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Article59 1928-12-19 847 AGAINST ALLEGED IMPOSTOR Leading Chinese of Malacca wish to warn the Chinese of other parts of Malaya against a plausible stranger who represents himself to be a high officii! in the Nanking Government and bears forged letters of introduction from a prominent Straits-born Chinese. He should59 words
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Article97 1928-12-19 847 In connection with the sensational loss of a box containing I,GOO sovereigns. 200 American ten-dollar pieces and 100 five-dollar pieces which occurred on the s.s. Ipoh on or about November 8. while on a trip to Penang, the Singapore Police are offering a reward of $l,OOO to anybody97 words
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Article49 1928-12-19 847 P.C.C. vs. P.H.C.L. In an interesting match on the Es planade yesterday the P.C.C. eea the Penang Health Culture League three goals to two after their opponen had led by two goals to nil. L Health Culture League had a strong ward line but the defence was slow.49 words
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Article71 1928-12-19 847 The Straits Echo learns th D eDce near future, probably at th ment of next year, the P bli han(l Department, Penang, P water rethe construction of <• servoir to serve the nee< s sidents of Balik Pulau a w ork > districts. Some prehrni already71 words
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
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Article620 1928-12-19 848 jo the Editor of the Straits Echo) Sir, In vour issue of the 7th inat., a ®orrespondent, under the pseudonym of •'l9th Century, asks to be satisfied on two points affecting the profit-sharing Bonds now being issued to the public bv Oil Palm Plantations Limited. His620 words
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Article418 1928-12-19 848 (To the Editor of the Straits Echo) Sir, That Jelutong is rapidly becoming more and more densely populated is quite well known to all your readers. You will no doubt agree with me that the time has come when two long felt wants should be instituted in this418 words
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Article399 1928-12-19 848 CHEAH SOO TUAN PARTY CASE POSTPONED Another mention was made in the District Court yesterday of the Cheah Soo Tuan and party case. in which Cheah Soo Tuan is charged with wrongfully concealing property, rind his wife, office manager and chief clerk are arraigned on the allegation of399 words
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996 1928-12-19 849 SOME PLAIN SPEAKING The postponed annual general meeting of the Eurasian Association (Penang Branch) was held yesterday afternoon at the Penang Recreation Club. Mr. Fred Aeria, J.P., presided and was supported by Mr. J. W. B. Ogle, VicePresident, and Mr. W. H. Jambu, Hon. Secretary.996 words
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Article136 1928-12-19 849 UR. WELLINGTONS STATEMENT ,F Kuala Lumpur, December H At a recent meeting o f K Wulf B t° ard the thai ft 7 •h. Wellington, stated that the to be an inclination lor malui. to slacken in the effort? WOrke,i the anophelene menace and the danger was now not136 words
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Article264 1928-12-19 849 PLANTING OF SHADE TREES (From Our Own Correspondent) Kuala Lumpur, December 12 At a meeting of the Sanitary Board to-day the question of planting shadf trees was discussed and the Chairman mentioned that he had received the outline of a scheme adopted by the Penang Municipality. After264 words
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Article793 1928-12-19 850 'file question of the abolition of the capital penalty as being altogether not in consonance with the instincts of this mo dern age of humanity, is one that is being constantly brought before us. It Las again arisen through the duly accredited report that Germany is about io793 words
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Article309 1928-12-19 850 The District Officer, Krian, Mr. E. E. F. Pretty, presided at the second an nual Prize giving and Parents’ Day of the Anglo-Chinese School, Parit Bun tar, held on Wednesday, December 5, 1928. The programme of twenty-three items (including speeches) was gone through in less than309 words
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Article571 1928-12-19 850 in iiic.-c day- when growing communities iiaxe to tact the continually increasing dim»_.4.iy ol finding a lequule space lor their traffic, there is one important factor winch lucre is too oiten a tendency to lost sight ot in considt:*ing the situation, and that is ability t"571 words
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Article847 1928-12-19 851 POLICE INSPECTOR’S COMPLAINT The hearing of the case in which Inspector Judge of Paya Lebar Police st; tion charged a Chinese named Ong Guan Suah with laying false information b fore the Third Magistrate, Singapore, was continued on Tuesday before the District Judge, Mr. C. H. G.847 words
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Article213 1928-12-19 851 (From Our Own Correspondent) Singapore, December 13 There was a startling development in the Alsagoff estate litigation, when the amended defences were filed by six of the nine defendants. It was stated that the signatories on the disputed codicil were forgeries. Mr. Eber said that Doctor Gilmour was213 words
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Article253 1928-12-19 851 list OF FRIz£w INBEK the lower classes. Prizes ed before the school was di/m^T 11 the ven., prize-winners: 8 118 t °f the Primary 1 B—First Prize to Tan Sok second prize to Azizah Bi; third Lye Slew \ong. P r «e 1 A—First Prize to Zainab253 words
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Article146 1928-12-19 851 Tan Hock Chye and Tan Hock Seng, two Cantonese brothers, pleaded gum yesterday in the Police Court to e theft of (1) two pigeons and ol e monkev. They explained they penniless and only resorted to steal n 0 to keep from starving. After a146 words
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Article605 1928-12-19 852 SLOW EXERCISE ,Bv Our Sporting Correspondent) Yesterday turned out a fine morning training work and local trainers *ere not slow to take advantage of the conditions, going out a long time be5 45 a .in., which is the authorised rut tor the commencement of training. To-morrow,605 words
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Article158 1928-12-19 852 Penang, December 12 Markets generally continue quiet but steady closing quotations being more or less unchanged. A slightly firmer ten dcncy was in evidence locally towards the end of last week but values subsequently eased off again. A small decrease in London stocks is reported, the158 words
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Article211 1928-12-19 852 DISPUTE OVER SIGNATURE (From Our Own Correspondent) Singapore, December 11 The Hon. Inche I nns was shown the disputed signature on the codicil and a genuine signature of the testator and Sved Abdul Kader. In both cases he stated the handwriting was dissimilar. Syed Abdul Rahman said211 words
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Article373 1928-12-19 852 CAPITAL VAUDEVILLE SHOW Ihe City Opera of Singapore, which has turned a good reputation for itself win rever it has appeared. has not taken lung to captivate the Penang audience, a- evidenced from tin urge and appreciative crowds that visit the show at the Drury Lane Theatre373 words
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Article136 1928-12-19 852 From Our Own Correspondent! Kuala Lumpur, December II Before the Chief Jus* ice to-day the appeal was argued where counsel for the appellant, an ex-detective constable intimated to Hi- Lord-hip that the Magi-ir.ttc convicted hi- client without giying him an opportunity to addresthe < ’oiirl. II; Lords!,ip ..d136 words
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329 1928-12-19 853 IR. JUSTICE PRICHARD’S REMARKS In the Supreme Court yesterday the Hou. Mr. Justice Prichard, K.C., in addition to hearing a criminal appeal and bankruptcy matters, had before him a motion and a suit down for hearing. When the suit was mentioned Mr. L.329 words
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Article90 1928-12-19 853 fifth list Mr. 8. Wood-Hill gratefully acknowledges the following subscriptions: Mr. T. E. Conaghan 10 T V 10 Mr. M. B. Lynch 10 Mr. V. Nadasan Pillay J.P... 5 Mr. G. Yahainbaram Pillay.. 5 Mr. H. C. Joass 10 Mr. C. Martin 10 Mr. A. R.90 words
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Article165 1928-12-19 853 ANNUAL DINNER The members of the Hutchings School, branch of the P. S. A. A. held their first annual dinner yesterday evening. Mr. Mortimer, the Head-Master, [resided. From every point of view the dinner was a distinct success. The Chairman spoke at length on the activities and the165 words
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Article109 1928-12-19 853 A GOOD SHOW Despite the sultriness of the weather there was a large and appreciative audience at the Town Hall to greet I lie first appearance here of the Wilbur Blackbirds under the management of Mr. Harry Bell. T 1 ie show opened with a minstrel revue, embodying109 words
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Article179 1928-12-19 853 APPELLANT BANISHED The Hon. Mr. Justice Prichard, K.C., sat as Vacation Judge yesterday to hear a number of matters. In a criminal appeal Mr. L. H. Chidson appeared for the appellant, Lirn Geow’, who had been convicted by the Police Magistrate, Penang, and fined $2OO (in default three179 words
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Article241 1928-12-19 853 MR. SWAIN E'S DEPARTURE arrival YESTERDAY of MR. ARNOLD F Malwa acting Headmaster of tha? 8 1 Many of the boys who J with him, and the Free School Im. ate co workers, will doubtless i,i glad to see him back with them Swaine > the present Head master of241 words
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Article192 1928-12-19 853 KEDAH vs SELANGOR What was the first Rugby F<x>tbau Match in Al or Star took place on baturdav when Kedah met Selangor on tne Stia Kesukaan Club Ground m a Malaya Cup Match. Although beaten by eleven points (one goal and two tries) eight (one goal and192 words
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Article1053 1928-12-19 854 LEAN CO’S WEEKLY REPORT Thursday Evening Tin continued to slump heavily but steadied temporarily at £225 10s. Spot an d £223 10s., 3 months, only to a cain. after a sharp upward movement, ritvelop further weakness and drop back to £225 ss. Spot and £222 7s. 6d.,1,053 words
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Article194 1928-12-19 854 MACLEOD—PINKERTON Ihe wedding took place yesterday afternoon at St. Andrew s Presbyterian (.Lurch. Northam Road, of (’apt. J. C. MacLeod, Deputy Harbour Master, Penang, to Alias Ethel Pinkerton. Ihe bride was escorted to church and given away by Lieut.-Commander C A Peal, Harbour Master, Penang, while Mrs. I’eal194 words
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Article269 1928-12-19 854 A practice Rugby Football match was played on Saturday on the Esplanade between two safes, Colours and Whi9 s, Mr. B. E. Ross being in charge of the whistle. In the first half the Colours privcd the stronger side. Fittock and Boyd were responsible for the first and269 words
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Article972 1928-12-19 855 WEEKLY MARKET REPORT Saturday Evening Considerable irregularity developed ia the Share Market during the period under review, especially was this noticeable among Tin Shares, where interest was well maintained and this sectioa continud completely io aveishadew other markets. Rubber shares were in keen demand but business was972 words
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR
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487 1928-12-19 855 (To the Editor of thr Sir, E Stw,Ts Echo, All great nations honour th citizens. This year there is opportunity open to us to pav al age to one of the very nohl?? that were the glory of\h«. C 8 tured and talented Englishwoman487 words
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Article1368 1928-12-19 856 WALK ROUND THE SHOP A feeling of quiet Once again the Season of y! b e with us within eight davs and as usual “a something in the finds the adult walking round the 3 lops in search of the Season's wares, whether in the shape of1,368 words
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Article265 1928-12-19 856 SATURDAY NIGHT’S CAPITAL SHOW That the Citv Opera of Singapore is the best show of its kind that has visited Penang is the unanimous opinion of those who have seen it. It is the best organised show and is under capable management, which is out265 words
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Article465 1928-12-19 857 WARNING TO THE PUBLIC The following has been officially communicated to us by the Director of Criminal Investigation Department, F. M. S., Kuala Lumpur, for the information of the public:— On December 6 a forged $lO/- note was passed in a shop at Teluk Anson. This465 words
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Article566 1928-12-19 857 $9,000 SAID TO BE INVOLVED CHARGE OF MISAPPROPRIATION The case of dishonest misappropriation of timber to the value of $9,000 was heard by Mr. B. S. Walton in the Police Court yesterday, the parties concerned being Ho Kian San, the accused person, and Lee Geok Lin, the complainant.566 words
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Article98 1928-12-19 857 PENANG UNITED v s K L. TEAM The Penang United Party _•>. a game of soccer to-morrow evel»l the Renong Ground against the Vt John s Eleven, of Kuala Lumpur T he visitors will arnve to-morrow L 2 1 he following will represent the home team: Ng Kam98 words
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Article263 1928-12-19 857 A FAST AND EXCITING GAME (From Our Own Correspondent) Kuala Lumpur, December 16 In a charity Football match in aid of the China Famine Relief Fund yesterday The Rest, composed mostly of State players, defeated the Chinese, who were not at full strength, by one. goal to nil263 words
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Article634 1928-12-19 858 To-day we are publishing our special Christmas issue, and though by some this may have become recognised as mething of a fossilised institution, vet X venture to think that, as each cycle o f months recurs, so will it bring in its train the revival of634 words
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Article385 1928-12-19 858 The days are fine, the weather fa r, W ith yuletide feelings in the air; lhe streets in town are paved with feet, With all their owners smiling sweet, XX here hocks and honks of traffic din That other times had seemed a Bin Now blend with all385 words
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Article233 1928-12-19 858 QUARTERLY GENERAL MEETING (From Our Own Correspondss#) Kuala Lumpur. December 17 At the quarterly meeting of the Plant ers Association of Malaya to-day, Mr. R S. Chantler presiding, a number of interesting questions were discussed. Ihe Chairman announced that ths Hon. Mr. Arter is still in hospital and is233 words
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Article221 1928-12-19 858 The publication of the Nanyang Si Pao, a Chinese daily paper, has been suspended by Government for a period of three months. h< n seen by a representative of ‘ha “Straits Echo.” the Protector of Chin- se informed him that he was not .n <• position to221 words
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Article661 1928-12-19 859 What was in reality a most interesting aspect of post-war inflation has passed away quietly without even a comment in 'k “city” columns of the popular press at home. The recent transfer of the responsibility for the issu Treasury or Currency notes to the Bank661 words
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Article366 1928-12-19 859 (To the Editor of the Straits Echo) oir, Having read the article published in the Pinang Gazette of 13th instant, m reply to tne correspondence in the JLcho on me above subject, 1 would like to state that 1 concur in certain respects. The cemetery is cleaner366 words
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289 1928-12-19 859 ARRIVAL in PENANG TBk morning his Sir Hayes Alarriott; K.B.E rvn Officer Administering the Cm Marriott early this morning by the C’n yacht Seabelle 11. J 6 en The Acting Governor and L a dv U nott will probably go into Goverrnnent House, Penang Hills,289 words
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Article163 1928-12-19 859 P.C.C. vs MUNICIPALITY In a hockey match yesterday on the Esplanade the Penang Cricket Club defeated the Municipality by two goa s to nil in a fast and interesting game. In t|ie first half there was no score., The Municipality had the better of t e163 words
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Article797 1928-12-19 860 The latest news with regard to the jionged political, religious and social unrest in the kingdom ot Afghanistan that Kabul, the capital, is being .'ttacked, .and that King Amanullah n d his Consort, who only recently such a triumphal and popular process through the Western world, are todav797 words
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Article80 1928-12-19 860 (From Our Own Correspondent) Singapore, December 17 The Privy Council restored the judgnent of Sir William Murison in the au -ion in which Madam Tan Chew Hoe xeo sued Mr. Chee Swee Cheng and others, claiming a share in the estate ot dr. Chee Yam Chuan belonging80 words
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Article117 1928-12-19 860 SELANGOR vs. NEGRI SEMBILAN (From Our Own Correspondent) Kuala Lumpur, December 1G On the local padang on Saturd >y m n Ii er-State Hockey match Sei an cot .eat Negri Sembilan by five goals V wo. Selangor dominated the game dur<n he whole of the first half,117 words
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Article236 1928-12-19 860 TEA PARTY BY THE STAFFS The kindly feeling which had existed between .Mr. N. A. Sedwick, Assistant 1 n isurer and Commissioner of Stamps, i '‘nang, and the Staffs of the Treasury, Stamp Office and Currency Note Brunch was amply demonstrated on Satmday, the Bth236 words
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Article125 1928-12-19 860 SINGAPORE PROSECUTIONS Chops Ban Tcck Cheong, Heng Joo, Beng Yik. Kwong Ho Hin and Kwang Sang, of Singapore, were prosecuted bv Messrs. Muller and Phipps (Malaya) Ltd., Singapore, representatives of The Xmeriean Eveready Works. New York. I’. S. A through their Solicitors, Messrs. Rodyk Davidson, for having125 words
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Article91 1928-12-19 860 Report for the week ending December 1,192 ft; Ljt.d flying time 10 hours 10 mins. Solo Nil Du.fi In tractions 7 hours <><> mins Air Experience ft hours 20 mins Joy Rides 50 rnins. Only one machine has been available ,i week, but G-EBFK is now practi*91 words
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465 1928-12-19 861 TRIP TO PULO LANKAWI His Excellency the Acting Governor, Sir Hayes Marriott, K.8.E., C.M.G., and Lady Marriott, accompanied by a party, arrived in Penang early yesterday morning by the Government yacht Seabelle II and, after a short stay at this port, without disembarking, left again465 words
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Article482 1928-12-19 861 DELEGATES FROM ALL PARTS OF MALAYA The eleventh full meeting of the Tamil Diocesan Council took place in the St. Alary’s School, Kuala Lumpur, last Saturday, delegates being present from all parts of Alalaya, evidencing the strong position of the Anglican Church amongst the Tamils to-day, there482 words
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Article421 1928-12-19 861 EXCEELE NT~AMATEUB PERFORMANCE R Although there waTa ar ance at the Town Hall lA g witness the performance of Thtp‘? of Penzance by the momk Penang Choral and Amateur''l/ the Society, in aid of the kn Memorial Fund, it coul f arger but probably the incfeX421 words
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