The Straits Times, 20 March 1913
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Title Section13 1913-03-20 1 The Straits Times. NO. 24.135 SINGAPORE. THURSDAY. MARCH 20. 1913. PRICE 10 CENTB.13 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement283 1913-03-20 1 Cm! ip ci 1 Scotch Whisky. ESTABLISHKD 1741. OF 1913 MOTOR CYCLES ARRIVING THIS WEEK. 313 1 H.P. Swift, Free Engine 2 speed model 3" H.P. New Hudson, Free Engine 3" 31,3 1 H.P. Humber, Free Engine 3 33 1 2 H.P. Indian, Free Engine 2 m 4 HP. Moto283 words
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Advertisement37 1913-03-20 1 SLEDGE MILK IS GESDINE Swiss Milk from cattle grazed on the FAMOUS PASTURES OF THB BERNESE ALPS. I I ..tfUIKWEETEIIED H K A»U fort SLEDGE BRAND Unsweetened Condensed or Natural Sterilized. Sole Importers: J. TRAVERS 80N8, LIMITED.37 words
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Advertisement158 1913-03-20 1 ROBINSON CO. Are Now Showing A Choice Selection of STERLING SILVER AND ELECTRO-PLATED GOODS All Suitable for ===^=Z Wedding Presents Solid Silver Rose Bowls Electro-plated Tea Sets Solid Silver Tea Services Electro-plated Entree Dishes Silver Bon Bon Dishes Silver Fish Eaters in Cases Silver Manicure Sets Cutlery Cabinets Cantonese Silverware,158 words
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Article994 1913-03-20 2 THE CRUSADE AGAINST SUBSTITUTION. Scotch— Of Sorts. Scottish whisky distillers (says the London Standard of February 12) are engaged at the moment in making a strenuous tight against the practice, all too common among retailers, of refilling empty bottles which bear the names of well-known brands with whisky994 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement433 1913-03-20 2 u\^ilum\ V in Hi 7/ 7/ 7 Invigorates Nourishes V Sustains > Body, Brain and Nerve < y Vana Tonic possesses remarkable A, X restorative power. It acts quickly, i\j with the most beneficial effect upon Jh *~7k c whole system. Hence its value \1 in convalescence after illness. v-^sj433 words
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Advertisement77 1913-03-20 2 A Family Necessity. Every family should be provided with Chamberlain 'a Pain Balm at all times. Sprains may be cored in much less time when promptly treated. Lame back, lame shoulder, pains in tbe side and chest and rheumatic pains are some of the diseases for which it is especially77 words
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Advertisement584 1913-03-20 2 BOVRIL by virtue of it* body-building power fortifie* the *y»tem against the attack* of illneu. B 7B 7 AnohM.l Iln M.i,.,, For Children's Hacking Cough at Night Woods' Great Peppermint Cure. JjlgP This U I "Safety" Type Waterman's Ideal can m I be t;in icd up^i ?c-do\vn 111 in jponr584 words
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Advertisement497 1913-03-20 2 WAH HENG GO. PHOTOGRAPHIC BTOREB, DBVBLOPINO, PRtNTINO kSD BSLARGINO AMATBURS' WORK. J atw, Papers Films, Cbemieals, Oamerig Lanaes, and General Photocraphio Material* Frames of every variety mi Ja to orde? NO. 85. NORTH BRINE ROAD. Opposite i de'phi Hotel 17 I(J.A ELLERSLIE COLLEGE, JOHORE BAHRU. GIRLS BOAROIN6 AND KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL497 words
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Advertisement94 1913-03-20 2 Lever's Genuine Carbolic Soap. A powerful disinfectant, combined with a pure soap possessing the highest cleansing properties, and particularly adapted for use in all cases of sickness or infectious disease. For Hospitals and Infirmaries LEVER'S CENUINE CARBOLIC SOAP is simply invaluable it helps the doctor by removing all poisonous r\94 words
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Article822 1913-03-20 3 Bt Libut.-Col. G. A. Dbbbick, V.D., COHXAMDANT, S.V.C. Singapore, March 18, 1918. S. V. 0. Balleetier Rifle Range. I The range is allotted as under: Sunday, March 23, at 8 a.m., Maxim Company, S.V.A. Saturday, Much 29, at 2-80 p.m., S.R.A. Short Range Handicap. Sunday, March 80, at822 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement283 1913-03-20 3 The National Mutual Life Association OF AUSTRALASIA. LIMITED. EstablUhed 1 869. The first Lite Offioe in the world to introdnoe the non-forfeiture principle to Policies. A Mutual Offloa. NO Shareholder.. Low Premium*. Annual Inoome «1 ,8*4,384. Fund* «7,951,580 Claim, paid «8.078,960. ALL profits are distributed amongst Policy-holders. Claims paid in283 words
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Advertisement43 1913-03-20 3 Trouble Averted. That little oold and sore throat of yours most be checked at once or it may develop into something worse. Take a few doses of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and your troubles will soon vanish Foe sale by all Dispensaries and Dealers.43 words
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Advertisement719 1913-03-20 3 ECZEMA ON WRIST AND RIGHT ARM Swollen and Inflamed to Shoulder. Dry, Crusty Scales. Could Not Sleep for the Itch. Used Cuticura Soap and Ointment. Now Cured. "The Cuticura Remedies I ran strongly recommend to any person suffering from tccxema. I can tell you I got relief the first time719 words
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Advertisement124 1913-03-20 3 high i rri^v tvwmxto^ n, low Armstrong WORLDS SIMPLEST WRITING MACHINE ONLY t0 be sold below above price. Write at once for part 1 cular s of this special offer, SHARPE, ROSS CO., LTD., PAB DEPT., ■■■—■i^"""— SINGAPORE, mammimmmmm^ UNIVERSAL (Patent Fumigatori RECOMMENDED BT THB DEPT. OF AGRICULTURE. F.M.S. WHITE124 words
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Advertisement617 1913-03-20 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. P. O. STEAM NAVIGATION CB. FOR CHINA, JAPAN, PBNANO, CBYLON, AUSTRALIA, INDIA, ADBN, BGYPT, MBDITBRRANBAN PORTS, PLY MOUTH AND LONDON. Through Bills of Lading lamed tor Ofaiaa Coast, Persiaa Gall, Ooatiaeatal and Amerioaa Porta. Steamers will leave Siagapore oa or about: MAIL LINES 191» Bomtmard \fxtr B»roft) rrom617 words
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Advertisement641 1913-03-20 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. Ky.k. JAPAN MAIL STEAMSHIP GO,, LTD. EUROPEAN LINE. A Fortnightly servioe is maintained between Yokohama via porta to Marseilles, London and Antwerp, under mail contract with the Imperial Japanese Government. The New Twin-screw Steamers maintaining this servioe have been specially designed and constructed, and are fitted with all641 words
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Advertisement695 1913-03-20 4 STEAMER BAIUNBB. THE SIAM STEAM NAVIGATION CO.. LD. SINGAPORE-BANGKOK. For Pahang, Benerah, Tringganu, Bigot, Semerak, Bacho, Kelaataa Bangnara, Telupin, Paaarai, Patani, Bingora, Laooa, Kohsamui, Bandoa, L4wgaoaa, Taku, Charapoß, Koblak aad Bangkok. Due Departure. BORIBAT Mar. 22. •a a. YUGALA Mar. 34 Mar. 28. ASDANG Mar. SI April 2. Will not695 words
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Advertisement488 1913-03-20 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. HAMBURG AMERIKA LINE. HAMBURG. AMD EUTSCI OAMPFMIIM ■IIRTSSES -Una" IHEBIII. Combined tervlos. The steamres of these Companies maintain a regular servioe between Hamburg Bremen Antwerp, and Rotterdam, and the Straits, China and Jaraa. Homewards, they are deapatohed tortnightly for Havre and Hamburg and onoe a month tor Bremerhaven488 words
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Advertisement573 1913-03-20 4 STEAMER SAILIHBo. N. D. L Uorddeutscher Lloyd. Br.m* IMPERIAL GERMAN MAIL LINE. The tart and well-known mail steamers c this Company sail fortnightly from BrcmeaHamburg, via Rotterdam, Antwerp, Sonth ampton, Gibraltar, Genoa, Naples (connect ing Martteillcs, Naples, Alexandria, and vio« versa) Port Said, Sues, Aden, Colombo. Penang, Singapore, Hongkong, Shanghai,573 words
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Advertisement889 1913-03-20 5 "•J E N' A T Z V" Motor Tyres. [Hoo^l-emd-fc «4fc Co*> 9 sole agents. STEAMER SAILINGS. TOYO KISEN KAISHA (Oriental S.S. Co.) and WESTERN PACIFIC RAILWAY CO. Tbe New Route Via China, Japan, Honolulu, and San Frandsoo to all points in the United States, Canada, Mexioo and Europe. ■•ratlii889 words
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Advertisement399 1913-03-20 5 STEAMER SAILINGS. THE EAST ASIATIC CO.. LTD. FOR HONGKONG, SHANGHAI, YOKOHAMA AND KOBE. The Danish b.s. INDIBN is expected to arrive here on the 31st inst., and will receive a prompt despatch for ths above ports. For freight and farther particulars, apply to THB BAST ASIATIC CO., LTD., Agents 18-8399 words
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Advertisement291 1913-03-20 5 SALES BY AUCTION. AUCTION SALE Of A 4 SEATED hUBBERTYRBD VICTORIA STRONG CUESNUT OBLDINO, At Bryn Hyfryd," No. 9, Upper Wilkie Road, On Saturday, March lil, ti 3 p.m Tbe turnout has recently been done np and the horse is guaranteed in sound condition. POWELL k CO., Auctioneers. 19 3291 words
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Advertisement402 1913-03-20 5 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS. PARISIAN CONFECTIOKERY (CORNER, ORCHARD ROAD). FRESH BREAD and ROLLS EVERY DAY. Wedding, Fruit, Sponge, Marzipan-Cakts, ste. Vanilla, almond, Chocolata, Napoleon-Tarts, stc Orders for a'l kicdi of cakts will be promptly executed. A! A 19 4 I w^ aofo $700. X9 LAB. HOTEL PENAHQ The best and the most402 words
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Advertisement584 1913-03-20 5 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS. HARMSTON^ GRAND CIRCUS AND ROYAL MENAGERIE. TO-NIGHT! TQ-NI6HT!! Grand Opening Night Commencing, 9-15 p.m. Location: BEACH ROAD. Harmston's Circus have much pleasure in presenting to tbe r'nblic of Singapcro for the first time the following All- Star London and Continental ARTISTES. DARE DEVIL WATSON "THE WEIRD WIZARD OF584 words
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Advertisement174 1913-03-20 6 THE HONGKONG ROPE MANUFACTURING GO. (Established 1883) MANUFACTURERS OF PURE ROPE 88TRAND CABLE LAID 4 STRAND 5- to io* a* to io* Prioea. Sample* and toll particular? will be forwarded on application to Agent W. A. STOPANI, ,f..AV.V t4 GREEN ISLAND CEMENT CO.. LTD. Portland Cement. In Casks of 375174 words
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Advertisement58 1913-03-20 6 MINDS 4 Post-Hole Diggers. Simple Effective "DTrPnP"n A 9-inch hole, 22 inches deep JXJhVjKjJXU I through clay in ONE MINUTE. Stock sizes 6 in., 9 in., 10^ in., 12 inch. BOLE AGENTS: McAlister Go., Ltd. JUST RECEIVED. A Large Consignment of POCKET NOTE BOOKS (ruled-feint) FOOLSCAP ACCOUNT BOOKS (ruled-feint) VERT58 words
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Advertisement207 1913-03-20 6 PETROLE U M Wood Preservative MADE FROM PREPARED PETROLEUM RESIDUE. Per 4-gallon tin f. o. b. or f. o. r. Singapore. THE CHEAPEST AND MOST EFFICIENT WOOD-PRESERVATIVE ON THE MARKET. THE ASIATIC PETROLEUM COMPANY. (Straits Settlements), LIMITED, Winchester House, SINGAPORE:. MACKINLAY'S i Established 1820) CELEBRATED \r. o. b. ScotcH icVliisßy207 words
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Article113 1913-03-20 7 FIXTURES. Thursday, March 20. High Water, 8.80 a.m., 10.8 p.m. P. and O. homeward mail due. Poultry and Dairy Farm meeting, 8.30. Bandmann's Count of Luxembourg." Harmston's Circus opens, Beach Road. Friday, March 21. High Water, 9.30 a.m., 10.33 p.m. P. and O. outward mail due. Saturday,113 words
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Article211 1913-03-20 7 TO-DAT. Penang Hong Wan I 3 pm Port Dickson and Port Swettenham Selangor 8 pm Malacca Sappho 8 pm Batu Paliat Pontianak 8 pm Penang and Calcutta Nam Sang 8 pm Sourabaya, Baadjcrmassin, Stagen and Cotie Ban Ho Liong 4 pm Penang, Rangoon and Calcutta Ellora 4211 words
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Article203 1913-03-20 7 The outward P. and 0. packet Assaye witli mails from Loudon up to tlic evening of February 14. was si«nallled »t Penang at 7 a.m. t<> day, and may be expected to arrive here on Friday afternoon, March 21. Tlic M. M. company's steamer Haiphong left Saiyon203 words
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Article75 1913-03-20 7 iVT SINOAPOM. D r eb. 13 B. I. 'eb. 17 M. M. cb. 20 P. A O. \b. ->i N. D. L. 'eb. 27 B. I. lar. iM. M. lar. 7 P. ft O. lar. 11 N. D. L. lar. 18 B. I. lar. 17 M. M.75 words
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Article696 1913-03-20 7 Latest Arrivals. Glatik. Dnt (Sort, str. 200 tons 21 crew 2 Kirns M h.p. Com. Wink, Mar 20. From Kiouw, Mar 20. For Kiouw, Mar 20. lids. Ainbria. Oer. str. 8283 tons. Captain KnitKcliky, Mar 20. From Hongkong. Mar 15. (i.e. K. Meyer Co. For New York, Mar696 words
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102 1913-03-20 7 Wharves at which Vessels are Berthed To- Day; TANJONG PAOAR. East Wharf Basin Kaka, Poh Ann. W. Section No. 1...K011 Si Chang. Ellora. Soyo Mai a. Shbkrs Whabf Klang. Main W. Sixt. No. 2.. .Nam Sang. B. ..Lai Sang. 4...T0y0 Mara. 6 ..Nil.102 words
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Article283 1913-03-20 7 EXCHANOE Sinoapohi, Mabcb 20, 1018. On London Bank 4 m/g M 2/4 j Demand 2/4/, Private 0 m/s U. 4 8 m/i 2/4 ft On Girmant Bank d/d 238J Private 3 m/s 242J On Fbanci Bank d/d 294 Private 8 m/a 290 On India Bank T.283 words
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TO-DAY'S STOCKS AND SHARES.
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Article160 1913-03-20 7 vs£| s^ 10 10 Ampang 9.00 10.00 10 10 Beh.t Tin 8.60 8.76 10 10 Bmang 8.10 8.50 10 10 Kanaboi 2.90 8.00 10 10 Kampar par 10 10 Kinta Association 13.50 14.60 £1 £1 Kinta Tin 1.17.6 2.8.7} £1 £1 Labat Mines 1.4.6 1.6.8 10 10 Middleton 12.00160 words
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Article586 1913-03-20 7 [™?e? e I Buyers. Sellers. alue Si 2/- 2/- Allagar 2/8 8/1} £1 £1 Anglo Java 8/7} 9/6 2/- 2/- Anglo-Malay 13/9 14/9 2/- 2/- Batang Malaka 2/6 8/£1 £1 Batu Tiga 8.16.8 4.2.6 £1 £1 Bukit Kajang 2.15.0 2.iy.7} £1 £1 Bukit Lintang 4.10.0 4.17.6 norn 2/- 2/-586 words
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Article110 1913-03-20 7 ErTtel Bb j"* BeUer Cl £1 E. Smelting Co. 19/6 1.1.0 61 £1 Pref. 1.8 6 1.6.6 r/6 7/6 Electric T'wa/s 2/8 8/10 10 Fraaer Neave 50.60 61.G0 100 Howarth Erskine 45.00 66X0 LOO 7% Prof. 100.00 10-2.00 100 100 Katz Bro; Def. 180.00 ***** 10 10 Maynard k110 words
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Article40 1913-03-20 7 Bayers Sellers United Engineers 6% »1,234,500 par Singapore Electric Tramways 5% £860,000 Spore Municipal 5% 11,878,000 nom. Bnyem Sellm S'poro Municipal 4|% of 1907 $.1,600,000 7% S'poro Municipal 4J% of 1900 11,000,000 10% pm S'poro Municipal 4% 1602,900 p»40 words
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Advertisement46 1913-03-20 7 The reaper trailed his scythe along, And mournfully gaaed around. He'd roamed the streets by day and night But never a victim found And people jostled him carelessly, As they hurried along tbe street With bottles of Woods' Peppermint CureHe i-huddr red They've got me beat46 words
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Advertisement194 1913-03-20 7 AUCTION SALES. Powell and Co. March 22— At "Bryn Hyfryd" No. 8, Upper Wilkie Road, Furniture, etc., property of Capt. E. Edwards, at 2. March 2J.— At No. 71-D, River Valley Rd., English billiard table and accessories, etc., at -2.80. March 22.— At Bryn Hyfryd 9, Upper Wilkie Road, Turnout,194 words
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Advertisement122 1913-03-20 7 SMOKE GARRICK MIXTURE. BY APPOINTMENT |2^^S TO HM THE KIN QContractor! to THE BRITISH ADMIRALTY. THE WAR OFFICE. THE INDIA OFFICE. MILKMAID MILK LARGEST SALE IN THE WORLD. THE FACT THAT MILKMAID MILK HAS BEBN CHOSEN FOR USE IN THE GOVERNMENT HOSPITALS IN THE STRAITS SETTLEMENTS and FEDERATED MALAY STATES122 words
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Advertisement67 1913-03-20 7 HARIMA HALL CINEMATOGRAPH. NORTH BRIDGB ROAD. To-Night'a Features: MY HERO Biograph. (An Indian Drama. Telh how a boy and bis sweetheart leave the Settlement and almost become the prey of War path Indians). PAPERING THE DIN Biograph. (Farce Comedy). ROSCAMBOLE'S GLOVES Itala. (The oleverest trick oomio seen (or many a67 words
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1167 1913-03-20 8 The Straits Times. THURSDAY, MARCH 20. KING GEORGE OF GREECE. The socialist is usually a devil incarnate. He does not reason, and pays no heed to per sonal merit. Neither youth nor age is sacred to him, and the welfare of a country counts as nothing. The lust for blood1,167 words
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Article13 1913-03-20 8 To-morrow being Good Friday, there will be no issue of the Straits Times.13 words
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Article65 1913-03-20 8 There are many methods of advertising. British Colombia seems to have the record at present. It is on the envelope with the official stamp which arrives by post you can't help seeing it. Victoria Carnival Week, Augast 4-9, 1913." For the first thing you tee on the envelope (of course65 words
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Article75 1913-03-20 8 "It is m good a dividend as has been distributed at any period daring the last 40 years," said Sir Gilbert Claughton at too London and North Western Kail way meeting at Euston when a dividend at the rate of 8 per cent, was declared for the half year. They75 words
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Article30 1913-03-20 8 A sketching party of tbc Amateur Drawing Association will meet at Mr. Tan Tian Koon's bungalow, 8 Holland Road, tomorrow, starting from the Tank Koad railway station at 8.45 a.m.30 words
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Article38 1913-03-20 8 It is proposed to erect in a suitable position on the Canberra site a column to commemorate the founding of the seat of government of the Commonwealth of Australia at Canberra, which was recently inaugurated with appropriate ceremony.38 words
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Article39 1913-03-20 8 Messrs. McAlister and Co. send us calendars issued by the San Francisco service route (Toyo Risen Kaisha) for which they are agents. This is the Trans-Pacific service maintained by the Shiuyo Maru, the Tenyo Maru and the Chiyo Maru.39 words
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Article89 1913-03-20 8 In a scheme of reorganisation of the City Police Force proposed by Ulasgow corporation, it is suggested that a conference of borough and county authorities iv Great Britain shall be called to consider a uniform scale of pay, the object being to prevent tho English forces enticing recruits from the89 words
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Article100 1913-03-20 8 A case of considerable interest to shipping circles is down for hearing in the supremo Court on the 26th of this month. It is a claim by the owners, master and crew of the steamship Penang against the Japanese steamship Soyo Maru, her cargo and ireight, and arises out of100 words
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Article96 1913-03-20 8 Penang agitated for an Official Assignee of her own, but when the Government sent there an officer new to the department and who had no knowledge of Chinese, the Chamber of Commerce took exception to the arrangement. They approached the Government and have been told that it was impossible to96 words
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Article116 1913-03-20 8 A bad storm burst over Kuala Lumpur on Monday evening followed by an electrical discharge which played some funny tricks. At one house on tho Petaling Hills a little girl received a shock in her right forearm in some houses the electric light wires sustained damage, while in otherß it116 words
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Article126 1913-03-20 8 We are without any intimation yet as to when the new Harbour Board is to enter upon its duties, said the chairman of the Ponang Chamber of Commerce, addressing the annual meeting of that body, but I believe July 1 next is fixed as tho date. In tuir connection, I126 words
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Article126 1913-03-20 8 Perhaps the most colossal error that has ever occurred in the history of postage stamps has just happened iv the United States, says Mr. W. S. Lincoln, the famous stamp dealer, of Holies-street, W. To commemorate the opening of the Panama Canal a new series of four values was prepared.126 words
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Article143 1913-03-20 8 The hard case of Australian goin^ skippers who inadvertently harbour Chinese tstowawayß on their vebScU is well illustrated by the experience of Captain Dalgleish, commander of the steamer Charon, which arrived in Singapore yesterday from Fremantle. When the vessel last left this port the usual strict search for stowaways was143 words
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Article163 1913-03-20 8 An event that will Wwegarded as of importance by lovers of botany is the appearance, for the first time ifcis belii-vi d in the history of the Malay HdliUmiiU of a couple of flower spikes upon one*df the Hoyal plains (oreodoxa regia) in the Swettenbam Koad, Taiping. This most beautiful163 words
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Article366 1913-03-20 8 Mr. and Mrs. Koh Eng Hin of Penang are on a visit to Singapore. They leavo by the Klang on Saturday for Penang. The death is announced of InspectorGeneral George Saunders, a nonagenarian, who served in the Crimea, South Africa, China, and Japan. Mr. Raymond Finck, manager366 words
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Article36 1913-03-20 8 On Friday, the 28th inst., at 9.15 p.m., the first monthly concert of the regimental band of the King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry, assisted by local Amateurs, will be given at the Teutonia Club.36 words
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Article95 1913-03-20 8 A warrant was issued yesterday in Sinyspore for the arrest of Gustav Siemers, secretary to the Van Wijk Hotel Co., Ltd., on a charge of criminal breach of trust of SIVUH-01. The complaint was made S/W. A. Van Rooy, manager ot. the' (hotel. In the evening95 words
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Article194 1913-03-20 8 To-nigbt will see an addition to tho ammeA ments of the Settlemeut and, as that wlclition* is Haruiston's Circus and menagerie, it wBT certainly prove an attractive one. In a ford* cast of tho programme to be submitted at Beach Road, it would be rather difficult to single194 words
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Article188 1913-03-20 8 The roof-garden idea, which lias become so popular in Europe and America, and which is so essentially saitod to tropical conditions, is to be adapted by the management of the Grand Hotel de l'tturope as a means of entertainment for the patrons of that hostelry. By kind permission188 words
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Advertisement209 1913-03-20 8 NOTICE. On and after the 31st inst., the price of IRROY CHAMPAGNE (Magnums, Quarts, Pints and Half-Pints) will be increased by 5 (five shillings) a Case, in consequence of the bad seasons of late in the Champagne district. CALDBECK M&CGREGOR CO., Sole Atfenti. JohnLittle&Co.'s ANNUAL CASH CLEARANCE SALE COMMENCES TUESDAY,209 words
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Advertisement111 1913-03-20 8 A CHOICE VARIETY OF SUBJECTS CONSTITUTING A First-Glass Programme WILL BE PRESENTED AT THE ALHAMBRA BEACH ROAD. Second Show, 0.80 to 11 p.m. S NEW PICTURES 5 The Park and Chateaux of Chenoncaaux. Losing Hit NMd iTrick Picture). The Marcantoni Quartet TIM Knißht of the Snows. The Timid Lovers. TOOETHBR111 words
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Advertisement10 1913-03-20 8 Latest advertinements ot the day appear on page Sand 11.10 words
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Article748 1913-03-20 9 2HE MURDERER AN ALCOHOLIC DEGENERATE Additional Details of the King's Death. RiOTIII'S TILIORAH. London, March 19. A Salonika message says (be King wan walking in the street and was shot from behind by two men, one of whom is named Bchinas. It is stated that he is deranged.748 words
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Article189 1913-03-20 9 TURKS CLAIM BIG SUCCESS AT CHATALJA. Renewal of Friction With Austria. Rioter's Telegram. London, March 20. A Constantinople official despatch claims a success at Chatalji after a desperate infantry battle. It concludes Our forces are engaging the enemy along the whole lino. Die Ostasutiscbb Llotd Tiuobam. Berlin,189 words
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Article128 1913-03-20 9 GRAVE STATEMENTS FROM HARBIN. Speculations in the St. Petersburg Press. Rbutir's Tiuouh. London, March 20. There is much talk in the Russian press on the impending war between Russia and China partly based on reported Chinese preparations to advance on Urga in defiance of Russia. The St.128 words
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Article59 1913-03-20 9 Ksotbb's Tblbqram. London, March 20. In the Houso of Commons Sir Edward Grey informed Mr. Harmood Banner that negotiations about the Chinese loan were still in progress. The terms now under consideration by the Chinese Government have the unanimous approval of the six Powers. Britain would59 words
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Article34 1913-03-20 9 KaOTSB'S TbLIORAM. London, March 20. Mr. Harold Smith's motion for reduction of the Home Office vote in consequence of failure to deal with suffragette outrages was defeated by 224 to 100.34 words
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Article34 1913-03-20 9 Raima's Tblbobam. London, March 19. In the House of Commons, Mr. Churchill announced that Britain had ordered a Parseval airship, but had obtained no rights or construction of Parsevals in Britain.34 words
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Article38 1913-03-20 9 The East Asiatic Company's Daily Report. The market in London yesterday was weak and declining. The closing prices were Hard Fine Para Spot 8/11 Forward lit First latex crepe, delivery next thn < LuontHh 3, lC'38 words
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Article635 1913-03-20 9 HOW THE JAPANESE REGARD 7 HE QUESTION. A Matter of Prestige. Id a leading article concerning the competition between the Nippon Ynsen Kaisha and the British India Steamship Co., the Nicbi Xiehi states that a member of the British House of Commons appears to have introduced an635 words
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Article49 1913-03-20 9 (Fkom Ocb Own Cobrbspondbnt.) London, March 19. At the special auction there was from the Straits 259 tons and from Ceylon 101 tons. A decline of one farthing in prices was recorded. Harpenden pays a final dividend of 45 and Lan^at River of 15 per cent.49 words
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Article177 1913-03-20 9 The statutory general meeting of the Jeram Kuan tan Robber Estate, Ltd., was held in the registered office, No. 6 F, Battery Road, yesterday afternoon. Dr. Lim Boon Keng presided over a large attendance of shareholders. He explained the formal nature of the proceedings and reported177 words
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Article101 1913-03-20 9 According to official statistics the total shipments of British salt during January were 61,584 tons, being 9,650 tons below the figures for the corresponding period of last year. Depression was evident in both coast wise and exports, the latter being reduced by 6,962 tons. Asiatic shipments declined 5,594 tons, but101 words
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Article717 1913-03-20 9 A YEAR OF SATISFACTORY PROGRESS. Whole Estate Fully Planted. The directors of the Haytor Rubber Es tates, Limited, report as follows for tbe year ended December 81, being tbe third financial year of the company Accounts In October last, notices were issued to all shareholders inviting subscriptions717 words
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Article188 1913-03-20 9 In the District Court, txfo.e Mr. H. \V. Firmstone today, two charges of theft were brought against a Tamil named Veerasamy, of 178, New Bridge Road. In the first case, it was stated, the man entered the house of Mr. H. J. Earle, Sydenham, Keppel Road, on the188 words
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Article18 1913-03-20 9 Mr. W. F. Barns, of Enggor, who went to Calcutta for a health trip, is ill in hospital18 words
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Article77 1913-03-20 9 Two British Ministers Clear Their Characters. Rbdtsb's Tblbqbaii. London, March 20. The British Ministers, Mr. Samuel and Sir Rufas Isaacs, have obtained judgment with costs against the French newspaper Matin for libel in connection with statements relating to the Marconi contract. The newspaper has now admitted that the77 words
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Article83 1913-03-20 9 Begins to Doubt His Usefulness as Leader. RauTßß's TILBOBAM. London, March 20. Mr. Bonar Law speaking at Manchester said that the Unionist Association of Kendal in selecting a candidate (Col. Weston) who refused to support the policy announced by the party leaders, really votod no confidonce in83 words
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Article64 1913-03-20 9 Rbutbb's Tbleoram. London, March 19. The French Cabinet has resigned as the Government was defeated in the Senate debate on the electoral reform bill providing for the representation of minorities, an amendment striking at the root of this principle being adopted by 161 votes to 128. In64 words
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Article27 1913-03-20 9 KBOTBB'S 'I Piu .»«i, LondoD, March 2". The entombed Irish miners who had shamrock w-nt to them through a bore hole have been rescued.27 words
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Article44 1913-03-20 9 Dbr Ostasiatiscbb Lloyd Tblbobam. Berlin, March 18. A Danish official paper announces a meeting in the summer between the Czar and King George of England, but asserts, at the same time, that the report of the Kaiser's visit is not correct.44 words
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Article34 1913-03-20 9 Dm Ostasutiscbb Lloyd Tblbobam. Berlin, March 19. A Kascbgar report speaks of a military plot against Van Tsun Snn. Troops have arrived at Hi. Tho troubles arise out of differences regarding pay.34 words
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Article451 1913-03-20 9 Production of a Picturesque New Piece. Mr. Bandmann s company delighted a crowded audience last night with the new production from Daly's Theatre, Gipsy Love," which, like its predecessors from the pen of Franz Lehar, aims at that higher standard of musical excellence which is nowadays adapted451 words
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Article307 1913-03-20 9 IMPORTANT CHANGE ON CHINA LOANS. Government Refuses to Support the i Bankers. Riutis's Tiliorav. < London, March 20. I In a statement approved by tho Cabinet i President Wilson announces that the admi- nistration has declined to request a group of American bankers tc continue negotiations with a307 words
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Article88 1913-03-20 9 Kidtbk's Tblbobah. London, March 19. Polling in the Houghton le Spring division of the county of Durham is taking place in deep snow. It is a three cornered contest Wing (Liberal), Richardson (Unionist) and House (Labour) being the candidates. The result of the Kendal bye election is as88 words
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Article250 1913-03-20 9 Rkutkr's Tklkobam. London, March 20. The chairman of the Hongkong and Shanghai Bank presiding at the half-yearly meeting in London and referring to opium said he believed an equitable arrangement would bo reached whereby an outlet would be found for the present stocks. It hardly seemedReuter - 250 words
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Article27 1913-03-20 9 Rbctbb's Tslbobam. London, March 20. M. Mueller, Consul-General at Tabriz, is proceeding as Consul -General to l'rga, on the consulate there becoming a consulategenera'.27 words
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Article153 1913-03-20 10 The Ceylon Eleven who are playing the S.C.C. at cricket on Saturday, -anil be composed of A. W. Beven, H. W. Gantz, H. van Cuylenburg, C. Thomafc, F. K. Oorloff. J. Armstrong, A. Gander, L. H. de Zylva, F. Edema, C. H. Gunter and W. Keyt. Owing to153 words
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Article200 1913-03-20 10 5.C.C. Tournament. The tii"i to be played to-day are given below. There will be no further play in the tournament till Tuesday, for which the list of ties will bo duly posted. Championship. F. Ruchwaldy v. M. D. Dando. I». H. Kleintrmnn v. E. Lpggatt. W. H. Threlfall200 words
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Article347 1913-03-20 10 Straits Times List. The following fixtures for the current week, and iiuugrtaat forthcoming fixtures are kindly BtippllwHu the secretaries of the various <HobM. _Cc*vbdk nt forms on which to luak the returns wifl be supplied on application to the Manager, Straits Times. Singapore Cricket Club. FiXTUKKs for347 words
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Article106 1913-03-20 10 Mrs. Fawcett, at a meeting of the London Society of the National Union of Women Suffrage Societies, at the Westminster Palace Hotel, referred to the recent suffragette out rages. "We feel," she said, that these ont cages arc detestable and deeply injurious to our cause, and oven injurious to something106 words
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Article846 1913-03-20 10 Inquest At Taiping on Murdered Policeman. On Saturday morning, 15th inst., Mr. T. W. Patten, first class magistrate of Taiping, opened the inquest upon the body of Corporal HusKcin of the Trong Polioe who, as has been reported in our columns, was shot dead from the back846 words
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Article309 1913-03-20 10 An event of considerable interest to the railway and engineering world took place at Delhi, on February 27, when the new bridge, over half a mile long, which had recently been constructed over the Jumna at Debit, was tested. The tests were 'made by running five heavy309 words
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Article1270 1913-03-20 10 (From A Correspondent. I Kuala Lumpur, March 18. Kajang is the third largest and most prosperous town in Selangor and is reached from the Federal capital in an hour by train, and in the same time by a decent motor car. The journey by train is uninteresting,1,270 words
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Article870 1913-03-20 10 Action Against the Irrawaddy Flotilla Company. At Rangoon, last week, judgment was given in the small cause court in an action brought against the Irrawaddy Flotilla Co Ltd., by H. Nimrao, a former employee, who claimed Rs. 450 as the cost of a passage to England.870 words
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Article184 1913-03-20 10 The imports of crude and manufactured rubber into Germany in 1912 amounted to 20,586 tons, of the value of £8,7J)9,000, as compared with 19,959 tons and £8,472,600 in the preceding year. According to the Frankfurter Zeitung, the principal share of the import trade again applitd to Brazil,184 words
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Article585 1913-03-20 10 Proposal to Split The Share Capital. The report of the Lavant Robber and Tea Company, Limited, states that the crop of tea from the company's estates for the period to December 31 amounted to 275,613 lbs at a cost of 6.57 d. f.o.b. Colombo, for which585 words
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Article487 1913-03-20 10 Oood Friday, March 21, 1913. St. Andrew's Cathedral.— 7 a.m. Matins, Litany and Ante Communion. 9 a.m. to 11 noon.— The Three Hours' Service. The Archdeacon of Singapore. 6 p.m. Evensong and Sermon. Preacher: —The Right Rev. The Lord Bishop of Singapore. Offertory in behalf of the British487 words
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Article420 1913-03-20 10 [The Straits Times is not responsible fo» the opinions of its correspondents.] Is Something Wrong in the Rubber Market To (he Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, How much longer, may I ask, arc we going to see almost all the rubber produced by the plantations sent for Bale420 words
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Article320 1913-03-20 10 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, I crave a little space in your valuable journal for a few lines about a very important matter. Most of us are used to handle silver and copper money in these places in rolls of certain values, and no320 words
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Article176 1913-03-20 10 Arrivals. Per str. Sappho, Mar 19. From P. Swcttnham: Mr. lioyd. Per str. Kiota, Mar 19.— From T. Auson via ports Mr. and Mrs. R. 1 Paul, Mrs. F. W. Smith, Messrs. C. W. S. Currie, Hum phreyß and S. Palk. Per str. Ban fo Soon, Mar176 words
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Article79 1913-03-20 10 An interesting experiment in tobacco manufacture is being carried on at Teldeniya, in the Kandy district of Ceylon. A few months ago a small syndicate was formed for the purpose of purchasing and manufacluring Ceylon-grown tobacco, and the BervfeWof an expert were engaged in order that the planting of the79 words
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Article1425 1913-03-20 11 Annual Meeting of a Ceylon Company. The second annual meeting of the Lam pong (Sumatra) Coconut Estates, Limited, was held at noon on March 5, at Colombo. Mr. M. Kelway Batnber presided, and those present mere Messrs. \V. Shakspeare, J. Lochore. O. Lionel Cox (directors), J. Robtton,1,425 words
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Article669 1913-03-20 11 The Jutlandia Saves Twenty Lives. Tbe first part of the last voyage of the motor liner Jutl&ndia to Bangkok, which port she reached a week ago, was rendered memorable by a gallant rescue in the teeth of a fierce gale in the North Sea of the crew669 words
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Article738 1913-03-20 11 Prices Quoted la the Market This Morning. Singapore, March 20, 1918. Messrs. Lyall and Evatt, Exchange and Share Brokers, issue the following list of quotations this morning Norn. Valdi. Bdtiks. Sillibs. I 2/- AUagar 2/8 8/3* 1 AnKlo Java 8/7* 0/0 1 Anglo-Johore 0/ 11/8 2/- An«lo738 words
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Advertisement37 1913-03-20 11 Coughing into Consumption Omly a Ooagfa bat von .toff wtib ft to OMLT ooaftZ VATERBUUrS METABOLIZED COD LIVER (ML COMPOUND Tba inert prapai atiaa mads tm ootnhating —raw eoogha. CURBS any ooafffa that ia ty»— gh. VaniwhtiM.37 words
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Advertisement8 1913-03-20 11 Fo> Chronic Cheat CompUinta, Wooda' Urea* Peppermint Co*.8 words
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Advertisement292 1913-03-20 11 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS. BE SATISFIED with brandy which is consumed by the clientele of tbe Berkeley, Dieudocre.theCafe Koy»!,Romacoa and tbe Ritz. DENIS MOUNIE AND CIE. COGNAC. Agknts Garner, Quelch Co., WMC AM IPIRIT MERCHANTS, Battery Read, Singapore. Telepbcne 881 JUNIOR CLERK WANTED. Wanted at once, a Junior Clerk with come knowledge292 words
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Advertisement124 1913-03-20 11 B*XJ BOUTON ROUGE. f| CIGARETTESEGYPTIENNES j&outonXßouge STOCKS HELD BIT John Little Co., Ltd. Robinson Company. BAFFLES HOTEL Special §)innSr* ON SATURDAY. MARCH 22. SPECIAL DINNER w «nd DANCE B k E r| y Book Early. at the SEA_VIEW HOTEL, Music by Monday, March 24, Hackmeier's Orchestra- EASTER MONDAY. GRAND HOTEL124 words
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Article3289 1913-03-20 12 THE AMALGAMATION REPORTED SUCCESSFUL. The Capital Increased. The fourteenth ordinary w neral meeting of shareholders in the Dunlop Uabber Com pany, Limited, was belli ou February 1H at No. 14, Regent Street, London, W., Mr. Arthur Dv Cros, J.l'., M.I 1 (vice chairman and managing director), presiding.3,289 words
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Article234 1913-03-20 12 In August of this year, the reign of the Emperor King Francis Joseph I of AustriaHungary will have reached sixty-live years since his accession to the throne. In celebration of this fact an exhibition will be held in Vienna from May till October, 1913. The site234 words
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Article1130 1913-03-20 12 FORTHCOMING ARRIVALS AND DEPARTURES. Latest Lists. The following passenger bookings to the Straits are taken from the London and China Express. It should be understood that, in some instances, bookings may be provisional and that intending passengers may alter their arrangements, subsequent to the issuance of this list1,130 words
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Advertisement341 1913-03-20 12 to those: living ont ESTATES. LIBBY'S ASSORTED SOUPS. Most delicious. Once tried always used. Packed la cases containing 48 tins, assorted. LIBBY'S SLICED BACON. Is now obtainable in tins of 1 lb. Size No. 1 and lb. Size No. i and in glass jars of 1 lb Size No. 1341 words
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Advertisement411 1913-03-20 13 ADLER TYPE '"'-Jl^Hi. WRITER Visible writing, permanent alignment, marvellous, simple and solid construction, a first -class reliable typewriter at a LOW PRICE. bole agents BEHN. MEYER CO., LTD. ft Aix-la-Chapelle Springs A KAISER-WATER A Refreshing Dietetic Table Water. OBTAINABLE FROM: fcHf BEHN, MEYER CO., LTD., "S% Sole Agents. YARROWS •SfiHSE411 words
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Advertisement691 1913-03-20 13 STEAMER SAILINGS. COMBINED SERVICE OF THE OCEAN 8. 8. CO, LTD I THE WEBT AUSTRALIAN 8 N. CO.. LTD. ntvin (Perth), North Wui Australian Ports, Java and Singapore. Begnlar Fortnightly milinsa betwet>< Singapore and Western Australia, oaUing a Java (as inducement offers), Derby, King* Sonnd (Port (or the Kimberley Gold691 words
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Advertisement438 1913-03-20 13 'His Master's Voice' RECQRD>S 12-inch Double-sided Records Plum Label $2.50 each. C 219 y ed< Danoe.Waltz OotUlebs Orchestra. r I Crl de Coeur Valse (The Olrl in the Taxi Waltz C 212 (5 ltcli y f°° T^°' step Mayfalr Orchestra. I Beautiful Doll Two-step 1 1 m going Back to438 words
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Advertisement500 1913-03-20 14 INSURANCE. NORWICH UNION FIRE OFFICE. Founded 1797. HEAD OFFICEB, NORWICH AND LONDON. Losses Paid exceed £28.500.000 Lowest Rates ol Premium. Prompt and Liberal Settlements. THB BORNEO CO., LTD., Agents. M tOARDIAN ASSURANCE OOMPANT, LIMITBD, LONDON •oaaeribed Capital 41,000.000 total Invested Funda 46,180,000 Aaaual laoome 41,100.000 ftae undersigned, Ageats tottbe above500 words
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Advertisement219 1913-03-20 14 INSURANCE. FEDERAL LIFE »88URANCE COMPANY Of MMH. BsTAßuaaao 1883 if*ot Qov«rnm«nt Supervision Government Audit. Policies are WORLD WIDB and Non Fortei table, i_«ra« Me* Surplus above liabilities tor Reserve aad all outstanding claims. New Bueinaae, 1811, nv0r...t8.800,000.00 Oaah Loans, Settlements, etc., made looally. Numerous modern scheme*, 4. H. IVANS, Manager,219 words
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Advertisement431 1913-03-20 14 BANKING. CHARTERED MNK 8F INDIA. AUSTRALIA AND CHINA. INCORPORATED IT BOTAL CHARTIR Paid up Capitai fas H.OOO Share* ol 410 each M 41,100,000 Reserve Fond... 41,880,000 Reserve Liabilitt o( Proprtetcrt.. 41.100.000 BANURB. Bank of England. The London City Midland Bank, Ltd. National Bank of Bootlaod, Ltd. SINGAPORE BRANCH. Current Aocoonls431 words
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Advertisement473 1913-03-20 14 BANKING. THE CHINEBE COMMERCIAL BANK, LIMITED. AUTHORISED CAPITAL 84,000,000 ISSUED CAPITAL 12,000,000 BOARD OF DIRECTORS 1 Lee Choon Ouan, Esq. Chairman. I Lim Peng Siang, Esq. Deputy Chairman. The Hon. Tan Jiak Liao Chia Heng, Esq. Kirn, CM G. Teo Cheng Hai, Esq. Tan Chay Tan, Esq. Teo Soon Sian,473 words
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Advertisement640 1913-03-20 14 INSURANCE. THE IDEAL POLICY is that which permits Policy Holders to gain the benefits ol their investments DURING THBIR OWN LIFK-TIME and in the event ol premature death, leave to their heirs a legacy that is free ol encumbrance and available immediately. For particulars ol this IDEAL POLICY write THE640 words
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Advertisement71 1913-03-20 14 MORTGAGEE'S BALE 01 LAND AND HOUSES SITUATB AT MINTO ROAD, SINGAPORE, To be held at Powell a Co.'s Saleroom, Oa Tobsdat, Mabcu 36, at 3.80 p.a. The land and two shophoase dwellings, known as Nos. 82 and OS, Mintoßoad, Singapore, area 3,346 square leet, comprised in Bast India Company's Lease71 words
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Article1083 1913-03-20 15 NOTES AND COMMENTS ON CURRENT TOPICS. Bodywork for Hot Climates. Following is the concluding part of an article on bodywork for hot climates taken from The Motor, the first portion of which was reproduced yesterday The usual practice with the large tirtus of motor-car manufacturers who make1,083 words
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Advertisement699 1913-03-20 15 Fatty degeneration of the h.p. Is a 20 h.p. American car more powerful than an 119 h.p. British car What does the 81 of difference in horse-power count for Is it muscle, or is it fat < Horee power is ntod-and taxed -by online -bore. THBRBFORE, American automobiles are built699 words
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Advertisement174 1913-03-20 15 CONTINENTALS. CONTINENTALS. CONTINENTALS. 2 I Continental I Tyres 2 are only genuine if branded with our CO TRADE j/T^MV; 11 MARK g s THE "LONG RUN' TYRE. CO g i i 3C OBTAINABLE AT ALL 3E Leading Dealers and Garages i> CD or prom CONTINENTAL TYRE RUBBER CO.. LTD.. SB174 words
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Advertisement507 1913-03-20 16 SYNOLEO I DISTEMPER I WTa.Mlxa.ble Hygienic. Synoleo is a Paste Distenmc fcr peJattftg uttatte eoloors on walls. It is tbe produot ol Messrs. WflkiMra, Heywood Clark, Ltd., who are the largest and oldest paint mAßniaotarers in the world. It is manufactured in tht palest and darkest art shades, which are507 words
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Advertisement237 1913-03-20 16 WANTS. SHORTHAND TYPIST WANTED. Wanted, a f-mart Cbioere rhorti and typist. Apply stating experience, salary, etc., to Messrs. Donaldson and Burkinsbaw, 19, Collyer Qnay. 17 8 24-8 TEACHER NEEDED. A qualified and experienced teacher needed for the lower c.'aw es of St. Joseph's Instition. Apply to the Director. 15 8237 words
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Advertisement497 1913-03-20 16 TO BE LET OB 'SOLD. HOUSE TO LET. No. 66, Robinson Road. Immediate entry. Apply S. Manatseb Co. 41 v HOUBEB TO LET. To let, Nos. 48 and 46, Anson Road. Apply Nathan Son, Change Allej. 11l v FURNIBHEO BEABIDE REBIDENCESTOLET. Belmont, Benzoline, Ben Ledi, off Tanjong Katong and 88,497 words
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Advertisement586 1913-03-20 16 ARTICLEB FOB BALE. TURNOUT FOR BALE. Horse and Victoria, in excellent Condition. Apply F. H. S., c/o Straits Times. 18-8 258 DE DION CAR FOR SALE. De Dion oar, 8 H. P., for sale, oomplete with all accessories, in good order and condition. Apply to Box 198, Straits Times. 14-8586 words
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Advertisement567 1913-03-20 16 j NOTICES. HAYTOR RUBBErIsTAT«.ItD. NOTICE IS HBREBY OIVBN, that the Transfer Book- of tbe Company will be closed from the Vothto JBth March. 1918, both days inclusive, for tbe preparation of Dividend Warrants. By Order of tbe Board, EVATT CO., Secretaries. Singapore, March 18, 1918. 18-8 34-8 NOTICE. Notice is567 words
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Advertisement612 1913-03-20 16 NOTICES. KMM KMT A GO. 8HIP-UHANDLBR8, •'>»«■! a .d ■■■Mpai iwtnMttn. reJepnoaa No. Ml. 108 A 109, Market Street THE UNITED MALAYSIAN RUBBER COMPANY. LIMITED. Mr. ,T. A. Whitcouib has this day been appointed General Manager in the East, with office at the undermentioned address, vice Mr. W. H. J.612 words
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