The Straits Times, 20 November 1914
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Title Section13 1914-11-20 1 The Straits Times. NO. 24.652 SINGAPORE. FRIDAY. NOVEMBER 20. 1914. PRICE 10 CENTS.13 words
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Advertisement232 1914-11-20 1 fiFTI" BEER, i THE TRIUMPH OF OIL. The BL ANCH AFfcO Patent Incandescent Oil m A *^y K_ W"^^ 300 Candle Po^wer. BURNS THE COMMONEST PARAFFIN Length overall 30 inches. Consumes 1 pint of oil Weight when full 13 lbs. in 7. hours |> Mantles, Chimneys and at a co^t232 words
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Advertisement182 1914-11-20 1 ROBINSON CO. 1915 Letts's Diaries. 1915 No. 81. Ej^ppE"rtJCttwf No. 262 b INDIAN AND COLONIAL P^fHl HHB BOARD COVER ROUGH DIARY. j^Hi—l I MW H 13x8 inches. I^^NiM^iHHS^^^E^'^' olaßrfgSyjaHß^^fflng^afeJbi^'j^' 13 x 8 inches 3 Days to a Page sßßfeX£2s3^Hißi^BiaK*^ r, T JM T r^P^l^fliHlßEyir 'i 2 Days to a Page182 words
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Advertisement12 1914-11-20 1 Eternit Asbestos Slates. Soli Ai.knts: ADAM SON. GILFII LAN A CO., LTD.12 words
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Article1675 1914-11-20 2 THE EFFECTS OF DROUGHT AND WAR. Outlook Encouraging. The third annual general meeting of the shareholders of the Bajoe Kidoel Rubber and Produce Company, Limited, was held on October 15, in the council room of the Rubber Growers' Association, 88, Eastcheap, Mr. Arthur Lampard presiding. The Chairman1,675 words
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Article419 1914-11-20 2 Incidents Seen at the Russian Front. The following extracts from letters from the Uossian front Bent by a correspondent with tho forces to a friend in IVtrogiail are of interest as throwing light on phases of the eaßts-rn campaign I went twice to the front of the great419 words
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Article175 1914-11-20 2 A Peking wire of November 10 says The back block of Hegines Buildings, Legation Street, was gutted by fire this morning, supposed to have been caused by the fusing of an electric wire. Within fifteen minutes the fiaines enveloped the building, which was totally destroyed. Dr.175 words
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Advertisement197 1914-11-20 2 Hme you a weakly child at home? One who lacks the joyous spirit, ihe y rifling eyes, the hearts appetite a and tireless energy of heakhy child- hood la countless such cases, rapid and complete change tiom delicacy 2, 10 robustness has been wrought by LJ I KEPLER' I Cod197 words
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Advertisement12 1914-11-20 2 For Children'! Hacking Cough at Night Woods Great Peppermint Core la ftd.12 words
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Advertisement426 1914-11-20 2 VAN HOtTTENS cocoa makes a good start for the day A HORRIBLE DEVIL FISH clutching its vio'.imn iv tLe relent c<s gtasp of aches, pii sprain?, strains, bruises, heideclic, backacLu neu:ag<a, rheumatism misery is the name of this featful fee of humanity, a foe quiskly vanquished by Little's Oriental Balm.426 words
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Advertisement441 1914-11-20 2 NOTICES. THE ART FURNITURE DEPOT, 167, Orchard Road. High-class furniture in Teak and Meranti, at lowest prices. Superior workmanship. Estimates free on application. 2* 10-B a 3 4. jg GOVERNMENT OF JOHORE. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT. Applications will ba considered for the vacant appointment of Building Overseer. Bandar Maharani, Muar. Salary441 words
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Article1595 1914-11-20 3 THE COSTS OF PRODUCTION REDUCED. Crop Estimates Exceeded. The fourth annual general meeting of the Seaport (Selangor) Robber Estate, Ltd., was held on October 13, at the Rubber Growers' Association, 88, Eastcheap, E.C., Mr. Noel Trotter presiding. The Chairman said Gentlemen. The chairman of the company (Sir Frank1,595 words
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Article177 1914-11-20 3 The following, from a Hongkong paper, ai vi h a few additional details of the fire on the Shirley already recorded in oar colnmns: Mi sirs The Hank Line. Ltd., General Agents of the American and Oriental Line, have received information to the effect that177 words
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Advertisement258 1914-11-20 3 I The Signature. I qM. To distinguish the original and JaaC jgj^ genuine ll\»ie<tershire Sauce from «SL E£3 thy.- many imitations, sec that the »5 j?? signature of Lea Ferrins appears !|§J in White a< ross the Red label on IITjR Xo other sauce his such an exquisitely PMBKJR J>'258 words
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Advertisement702 1914-11-20 3 STEAMER SAILINGS. STRAITS STEAM SHIP CO., LTD., I AND SIAM STEAM NAVIGATION CO., LTD. An Express weekly service is being maintained by steamers of the above companies between SINGAPORE and BANGKOK. The steamers leave Singapore every Saturday and have very good a ocommodation for passengers. Full particulars may be had702 words
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Advertisement364 1914-11-20 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. STEAM NAVIGATION GO. Fop China, [Japan. Penang, Ceylon, Australia, India, Aden, Egypt, Mediterranean Ports, Plymouth London. For Freight, Passage and further information, apply to UH W. BUCKLAND, Agent. COMBINED SERVICE OF THE OCEAN 8. 8. CO.. LTD.. ft LTHE WEST AUSTRALIAN S. N. CO.. LTD. BBTWBBN Cpomantle Perth364 words
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Advertisement514 1914-11-20 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. N.Y.K. JAPAN MAIL STEAMSHIP CO., LTD. EUROPEAN LINE. A strvioe is maintain) d between Yoko'.ama via ports to Marseilles, Londoa and Antwerp, under mail contract with the Imperial Japanese Qovernment. Tbe New Twin-screw Steamers maintaining this service have been specially designed and constructed and are fitted with all514 words
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Advertisement651 1914-11-20 4 BTEAMEB SAILINGS. THE SIAM STEAM NAVIGATION CO.. LD SINGAPORE-BANGKOK. for Kretay, Paka, Tringgana, Bisat, Semerak, Baobok, Kelantan, Tabai, Bangnara, Telupin, Panarai, Patani, Siogora, Laoon, Kobsamni, Bandon, Langsnen, Takn, Cbumpon, Kohlak and Bangkok, Oil* Departure STEAMER Nov. 91—8 p.m. Nov. 94 98—3 p.m. The Steamers are fitted throughout with eleotrio light,651 words
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Advertisement891 1914-11-20 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. >r== STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY, LIMITED (ROYAL NETHERLANDS MAIL). REGULAR fortnightly sailings from AMSTERDAM via LONDON, GENOA, Colombo and SINGAPORE to Java and VICE VERSA. For further particulars, apply to Internationale Crediet-en Handelsvereeniging Rotterdam," Agents. 4-9 a OCEAN STEAM SHIP CO. LIMITED, AND CHINA MUTUAL STEAM NAY. CO. LTD.891 words
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Article103 1914-11-20 5 FIXTURES Friday, November 20. High Water, 0.2 am., 11.4 a.tu Saturday, November 21. High Water, Mi am. 11 45 a.in Sunday, November 22. High Water, 1.36 a.m. 0.81 p.m. Monday, November 2.V High Water. Ml a.m 1.22 p.m Oaari <>f Appeal. Tuesday, November 24. High Water, Mi103 words
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Article123 1914-11-20 5 To-OAT. Hoogkong, Anoy and Swatow 3 pm Malacca and Mnar 3 pm P. Swcttcnham and T. Anson 3 pm latn Paliat 8 pm K. Pahang, Pi-kaii Kuantan aid Trenggann 4 pm Hongkong, Shanghai and Japan 4.W pm To-hobbow. Djauibi 10 am Kemamau, K. Dungan, and Tronggano 11123 words
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Article44 1914-11-20 5 Lift Simoifobi. Doa m Low-on A kbit*: Sept. IS October 28 Oct. 26 Sept. 30 November 2 Not. 2 Oct. :t 3 Not. '2 Oct. 8 „6 Not. 8 Oct. 15 14 Oct. ->1 Oct. 29 Not. I Not. II Not.44 words
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Article565 1914-11-20 5 Forthcoming Arrivals And Departures. The following passenger bookings to the Straits are taken from the London and China Express. It should be understand that, in rome instances, bookings may be provisional and that intending passengers may alter their arrangements, subsequent to the issuance of this list in London:565 words
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Article156 1914-11-20 5 eXCHANUB blMtttfOM, NOVKMBIB 20, 1914. On Lomoob Bank 4 m/« J/4& Demand 2/4,'. Private 8 m/« 3/4? On Inou Bank T. X 174J OaHonoa-ONtt... Bank d/d 25' O On SHAKi»HAi....Bank d/d 108 On Java Bank T. T. 141 J C.i 9mm Bank d/d 114* Sovereigns baying rate156 words
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STOCKS AND SHARES.
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Article182 1914-11-20 5 10 10 Anapana 7.00 1 1 AyerWenc 0.15 10 10 Belat 1.00 10 10 Bruana. 0.75 10 10 Kampai 10 10 Kanaboi 10 10 Kinta Association £1 41 KinUTin 1-13.0 i 1 41 Laliat Mine* 10 6 Malayan Collieries £1 £1 Malayan Tins 1.10.0 10 10 MidcUeton 6/- 6/-182 words
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Article588 1914-11-20 5 I«ne Buyer*. Sellers. Value 8/. 8/. Allaga. 1/8 1/7 1 £1 An«lo Jay» a/8 8/8 8/- 3/- Anglo-Malay 6/9 7/8 3 5. Bfttang Malaka /10 £1 £1 Batu Tiga 1-6.0 1.16.9 3/- a/- Bekoh -/8 £1 £1 Bokit Kajang 1.2.6 1.6.0 £1 £1 Bakit Lintang 2.0.0 3.5.0 '2/- 3/-588 words
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Article122 1914-11-20 5 Value (2 41 £1 B. Smoltine Co. 12/- 18/0 £1 41 FreL 1.0.0 1.2.8 S/- 6/- Blectrio T'w»y« 8/- 4/3 10 10 Frtuter Ne»v© 5P.00 55.00 60 60 Hammer k Co. 85.00 06.00 100 Howartb Brskine 46.C0 100 7%Pref. 100.00 100 100 Kats Bro, Del. 100.00 10 10 Maynard122 words
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Article58 1914-11-20 5 Buyers Sellers United Engineers 8% 11,284 600 SiManoceßlectric Tramways 6 > .£850,000 Spore Municipal 5% $1,878,000 B%pm Spore Municipal 44% of 1007 (1,600,000 pai Bayers Sellem Spore Municipal 4^% of 1909 »1,001,000 pat Spore Municipal 4% 2,000,000 «%dii Spore Municipal 4% £300,000 03} »**The buying quotations of sterling shares58 words
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Advertisement411 1914-11-20 5 AUCTION SVt.6S Powell and C November 21. -At Hollycroft, Stevens HI, Superior toak household furniture. Cottage Piano, a fine collection of rare I'lants. otc., property of M E. Plumptjn Ks.)., at 1.30. Nowmber 27.— At No. 43, (irange Road, teak household furnituie. otc.. property of W. S. llroek at 8.411 words
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Advertisement91 1914-11-20 5 Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. When you have a bad cold you want a remedy that will not only give relief, but effect a prompt and permanent cure, a remedy that is pleasant to take, a remedy that con tains nothing injurious. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy meets all the se requirement-. It acts91 words
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Advertisement95 1914-11-20 5 i'HE BEST NAVY IN THE WORLD. THE BEST CIGARETTES IN THE WORLD. CIGARETTES B* VIRGINIA f*.{\ No. 555 leaf Per tin of 50, OO cents. Manufactured in perfectly hygienic factories by the ARDATH TOBACCO CO., Ltd., LONDON, ENGLAND. Britain* Greatest Kigh.Class Cigarette and Tobacco Factory. P^^EuSB9BiBEHBS3I^SBuK^93R^B^^VBVBEBiBHBB^aMHBVaVaVa^B^B^B^B^B^B^V b SOLE AGENTS FOR95 words
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Advertisement46 1914-11-20 5 AT THE HARIMA HALL CINEMATOGRAPH. NORTH BUIDOB ROAD TO-NIOHTI AT 9,20 TO-NIOHTII ITALAB 3-REEL MELODRAMA THE OPERA SINGER'S TRIUMPH Replete With Passion, Thrills and Excitement, is si't^o >T. GAUMONT GRAPHIC NO. 38 Full of War Newt AND USUAL FEKTUBEI TalßfboM No. Hie,' K. BARIMi, Sole Proprietot46 words
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Page 5 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous92 1914-11-20 5 WEATHER REPORT. Kandang Kurbau Hospital, November 19. 0 a.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m Bared. 32 Fab 89.8)1 29.785 29.831 Temp. 86.0 84.0 79.0 Wet Bulb Ther HO.O 80.0 77.« Dir. of Wind calm calm calm Max.BbadeTemp 90.2 Mio 7p.0 Max. iv Sun 158.4 Terad. Ther 72.1 iUinfall in 24 hoars92 words
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1188 1914-11-20 6 The Straits Times. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20. HOW DO WE STAND? Tbe hope of uuic deliuite uews is dashed day by day as time an 1 again the communiques come to hand which tell us little or nothing. We are holding our own to all appearance at every point, and from1,188 words
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Article12 1914-11-20 6 Dysentery was rife in KUuchau before the Colony surrendered to tbe Japanese.12 words
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Article16 1914-11-20 6 The annual Old Bedfordian dinner at Kuala Lumpnr is postponed until early in the new year.16 words
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Article31 1914-11-20 6 Mr. H. A. E. Clarke (late Middlesex Regi ment), of the Penang Harbour Board, and formerly on the staff of the F.M.S. Prisons Department, is leaving, via Singapore, for the front.31 words
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Article33 1914-11-20 6 An iuquest will be conducted in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday morning concerning the death of Mr. C. Warren Jones, who died as the result of a motor bicycle accident on the Klang road.33 words
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Article43 1914-11-20 6 On behalf of the Japanese community in Pcrak, Mr. M. Nara has sent a letter of congratulations and thanks on the capture of Kiauchau to the Hon. Oliver Marks, the acting British Resident of Perak. Mr. Marks has replied cordially acknowledging the letter.43 words
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Article47 1914-11-20 6 A Boyanese chauffeur named Syed bin Ali was charged this morning in the second court with causing death by a rash act by knocking down a Chinese at the fifth mile stone on the Bukit Timah Koad. A week's postponement was ordered, bail in 1100 being granted.47 words
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Article48 1914-11-20 6 The second magistrate had before him this morning a coolie named Chinayab, a tapper, employed on the Singapore United Rubber Estate on tho Yeo Chu Kang Road, who is in custody on a charge of murdering another tapper named Marimuta. The case will be opened on Wednesday next.48 words
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Article51 1914-11-20 6 A violent thunderstorm accompanied by much lightning swept over Penang on Tuesday evening. It is stated that a couple of houses and the F.M.S. Railway clock-tower were struck, but no harm seems to have been done except to a bicycle which was crumpled up in a house in Clove Hall51 words
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Article57 1914-11-20 6 A Perak mystery solved There have lately been reports of a spectre airship with a bright headlight hovering around Ipoh. Boy Scout now explains in tho Times of Malaya The bright light seen recently by several of your readers over Kledang is the lamp from tbe Government bungalow, which has57 words
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Article74 1914-11-20 6 Mr. H. W. Firinstone, of tbe F.M.S. Civil Service, is proceeding on leave in tbe near future, says the Straits Kcbo. Tbe fact is that both in the Colony and the F.M.S. there are at present more senior officers than there are senior posts for them to fill. It would74 words
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Article66 1914-11-20 6 The tram service was delayed for some little time in High Street, last evening, shortly after five o'clock by the breaking of one of the overhead cables. Two rickshas with fares went across tbe live wire on the ground and one or two active pedestrians crossed over it notwithstanding that66 words
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Article73 1914-11-20 6 The following properties were disposed of by auction at Messrs. Cuing Keng Lee and Co.'s saleroom on Wednesday Fraehold land and house, 1,073, Upper Serangoon Road, area H2.876 sq. ft., bought by Haji Marjan for $4,7C0. 999 years' leasehold land in the district of Bukit Timah, area 4 acres 273 words
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Article71 1914-11-20 6 At a performance of magic given by Mr. J. K. Woodball, Sanitary Inspector, Tapah, at the Tapah theatre hall on the 7th inst, a sum of 1210 was realised, of which $14.1 was paid to Mrs. Watson's Fund, the balance defraying expenses. Tbe performance was a successful ono and some71 words
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Article97 1914-11-20 6 Messrs. Robinson and Company have just issued, from the Straits Times Press, Ltd., their Christmas and New Year catalogue containing 180 illustrated pages of seasonable and useful presents for ladies and gentlemen as well as toys for boys, girls and children. The catalogue is issued for the convenience of their97 words
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Article130 1914-11-20 6 ricksha puller was charged this morning before Mr. Clarke, by Mr. G. S. Wilson, tbe third engineer of tbe steamer Beemah, at present lying in tbe Lagoon Dock, with tbe theft of 111). Last evening Mr. Wilson went round Singapore on a tour of inspection and, before stopping at one130 words
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Article170 1914-11-20 6 Further progress was made yesterday in tbe District Court with the case in which two Chinese are charged with robbery from a house in Killiney Road There were originally three accused, but the case against one of them was withdrawn at the previous hearing. Tbe prosecution, which is in the170 words
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Article406 1914-11-20 6 M. Georges de I'lancon is returning to his post as Russian Minister in Siam, and ex ptr'i to roach Bangkok via Siberia and Hongkcug by tbe middle of tho present mouth. Tbe management of the I'nitcd l.aokat Plantations I'o.'s Soengei Uerpa Estate has been resumed by Mr.406 words
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Article31 1914-11-20 6 Mr. W. Makepeace will give a lecture tonight in tbe Drill II ill of the Anglo-Chinese School, at 8.80 o'clock, on Glimpses of the Malay." All are cordially invited.31 words
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Article95 1914-11-20 6 HlMa Fraser and Co.'s share circular, dated the 10th inst states: Our last issue was ou the '29th ultimo, and during the interval a slightly better demand sprang up for local shares. This has again fallen away and oir market is as dull as it was in95 words
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Article91 1914-11-20 6 Messrs. Liiu Nee Soon and Company, tho well-known pineapple and rubber planters, of 5, Beach Road, have kindly offored to supply 12,000 fresh pineapples monthly, free of cost, for the use of tho naval and military authori tics in Singapore. The gift will be from91 words
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171 1914-11-20 6 It was reported tbe other day that Major von Dinkelmann, German Military Adviser to China, had been dismissed. A later story is incompatible, but more interesting. According to the lapan Chronicle, tbe Jiji has it that the Major was in Tsingtau, but, with the approval of171 words
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Article173 1914-11-20 6 An official French telegram has been published in Siaoi touching the treatment by France of Ottoman subjects. It is dated from Bordeaux, November 9, and states Tbe Minister of Foreign Affairs deems it advisable to communicate to the French Legation that, not withstanding the state of173 words
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Advertisement96 1914-11-20 6 \BOUTON ROUGE/ 2 in E FELUCCA LITTLES XMAS BAZAAR IS NOW OPEN. COME AND SEE OUR Toys Toys Toys CRACKERS, SANTA CLAUS STOCKINGS A.ND FANCY GOODS. A Big Variety and a Huge Supply at Popular Prices. The 'Royal Household Scotch Whisky BY APPOINTMFM 1(J •.«-**ff"" < HY APPOINTMENT TO HIS96 words
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Advertisement191 1914-11-20 6 SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! A TOPICAL SPECIAL THE FALL OF ANTWERP will be put on at tbe ALHAMBRA THE PIOHEER CmEIKUTOeiUPH THEaTK, BEACH ROAD. Second Show 9.15 p.m First Show 7 30 p m Two thews for On* Payment. TO-NIGHT ft Thorough British Film of the Bit Ben Stries THE POWER TO191 words
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Advertisement11 1914-11-20 6 Latest advertisements of the day appear on page 5 and 8.11 words
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Article2206 1914-11-20 7 Little Change in French Position. HEAVY RUSSO-GERMAN FIGHTING. Check to Advance in East Prussia. Kai'Tlß'* Sl-KCIAL AND ORDINARY WAR Tbleorams. London, November 18, 1.30 am. Paris, evening, official: The enemy oast and south of Ypres renewed their attacks, which have not change 1 the situ .tion and the2,206 words
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Article398 1914-11-20 7 Sentence of Death Upon Tarni 1 Murderer. The witnesses called on behalf of Karupaya, indicted for murder before the acting Chief Justice, Mr. L. M. Woodward, at the Assizes, failed to convince the jury, who, with a majority of six to one, found the man guilty. He had398 words
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Article122 1914-11-20 7 Yesterday was the tint day of Muharram, the first month of tbe Mobammcdan year, and consequently the Mohammedan New Year's Day. The Mohammedan era dates from the Hegira, or the flight of the Prophet from Mecca to Medina, and the year consists of twelve lunar months, commencing122 words
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Article65 1914-11-20 7 The undermentioned prices were realised for rubber sold by Messrs. Allen Dennys and Co. by auction and private tender at Penang, on Tuesday. 24,400 lbs. were sold Smoked sheet plaiu Unamoked sheet No. 1 crepe 2 8 4 5 Virgin scrap I' a treated scrap 1106 to65 words
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Article115 1914-11-20 7 This morning in the second court, before Mr. Clarke, mention was made of a serious charge which has been brought against a Chinese who is employed at the General Post Office. The charge is one of criminal breach of trust in respect of a sum of 11,1 19, bat, as115 words
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Article946 1914-11-20 7 COMMISSARIAT PROBLEMS AT THE FtfONT Goats To The Rescue. Wo know, writes a Daily Telegraph corres pondent, on what Napoleon said that an army marches. It is a true saying. If the army will not only go anywhere, but eat anything, obviously the problem of feeding it946 words
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Article83 1914-11-20 7 The mortality returns for Singapore issued by the Registrar of Births and Deaths show that, during the week ending November 14, there were 227 deaths (159 males, 68 females), giving a ratio per mille of population of 36.01. Malarial fever accounted for 39 deaths, phthisis SI, convulsions83 words
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Article51 1914-11-20 7 Special evangelistic meeting are being held under the auxpiora of the Tamil Methodist Church in the Short Street School at 7.30 o'clock daily and will continue until Sunday afternoon. The Rev. W. E. Horley, of Ipoh, will preach in English at each service. There will be special mosic daring the51 words
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Article597 1914-11-20 7 FRIENDLY HELP FOR MEN GOING HOME. < Many Useful Gifts. (lifts in kind flow in rapidly and our office begins to look like a general goods store. We can find a good uso for all we have received hitherto, and beforo they reach lumc members of the contingent,597 words
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Article124 1914-11-20 7 The Semarang newspaper, Do Locomotief, publishes the following special telegram from Amsterdan, dated 11th inst. The Russians have captuted General Mackensen, the com mandant of the 17th Gorman Army Corps, together with tbc whole of bis staff they have also taken prisoner General Liebert, ex-Governor of German East Africa, and124 words
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Article1322 1914-11-20 8 (From v Lai>y QmbNMMI) Now that the funiral of oar great national hero has taken place at St. Paul's Cathedral, it is titling that wo should indulge in sonic in* mono* of the past. It vis a noble end to a noble life, when Field Marshal1,322 words
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Correspondence.
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278 1914-11-20 8 To tbe Editor of tbe Straits Times. Sir,— At ordinary times, poople in the Straits do not as a rule interest themselves in public matters, at least in tbe press. It is a relief in this direction to read the letters of various correspondents in278 words
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Letter86 1914-11-20 8 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, On November 15. F.M.S.R. train and launch services came into operation between Tumpat, Kota Uahru. Paiir Mas, Tanah Merah and Kwala Lebir. But why was not H. H. the Sultan invited to formally open the lines As the railway86 words
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Article430 1914-11-20 8 Opinions on Breach of War Principles, Tbc alleged disguising and flying of Allies' flags by the Emden when she made her sensational entry into Penang has resulted in many expressions of opinion as to whether such tactics were a legitimate ruse de guerre or a flagrant breach430 words
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Article39 1914-11-20 8 Langkou North Borneo.— lo,ooo lba. aerca Dalai 58,700 lbs. Is your hu-band very deaf, Mrs. Grady I Well, he can't bear the alarm clock morning*, bat he can always hear the five o'clock whistle afternoons! "—Judge.39 words
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Article515 1914-11-20 8 Further List of Subscriptions. The Hod. Troasuier, Mr. M. Morrison, begs to acknowledge the receipt of the followin); farther contributions Amount already acknowledged 1221,270.64 Rt. Rev. Bishop of Singapore (November) 2.1 Staff of Nestle and Anglo-Swiss Condensed Milk Company... 400 H. M. Ware 100 Chinksk List515 words
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Advertisement51 1914-11-20 8 When Ruby coogts and Fanny chokes, And Rut i 1 j bangs her bead, An j mother siuhs and father snorts, "I wish that I were dead," Then Grannie r.arhts for the shelf, A bottle to s> cure, And give* ns life man, child and wife, With Woods' Great Peppermint51 words
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Advertisement462 1914-11-20 8 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS. an alMtar Feature and Eiclutivs Programme AT IHB "Gaiety PICTURE PALACE. Junction of a lhxbt and Bencoolkn Stbbbts A Thrilling Detective Drama STUART KEEN DETECTIVE la S long Malt. THE WOMAN OF JAPAN Japanese Photo Piay by the A. K. Co. THE UNWILLING BRIDE Michigan Red lodian Drama.462 words
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Advertisement348 1914-11-20 8 SECONDHAND PIANOS. We have several instruments returned from hire to be sold at reasonable prices. S.MOUTRIE&CO..LTD.. Raffles Place. RAFFLES HOTEL. Special Dinner Ball on November 30, 1914. ST. ANDREW'S EVE. (By kind permission of Lt.-Col. C. H. B. Lees and Officers the Band of the Malay States Guides will be348 words
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Advertisement443 1914-11-20 9 IT IS FALSE ECONOMY TO BUY ANY BUT The Best Kerosene Oil DEVOE'S Imperial Brilliant JpV.clU CASE ALL DEALERS. ©IN WEAKNESS, NEURASTHENIA CONSUMPTION chlorosis .^m n B^k WL iVft jf^^ Use H&MOCLOBIN All doctors agree that this vital Iron of the Blood ALWAYS CURES, and gives everyone health, strength and443 words
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Advertisement247 1914-11-20 9 THE STRAITS TIMES Can be obtained at the follow ing places in Singapore Messrs. Kelly and Walsh, Ltd Money Changer, Raffles Hotel. Money Changer. Adelphi Hotel. Money Changer, Hotel de l'Bnrope Money Changer, Hotel Tan Wijk. Messrs. Koh a Co., Bras Baaah Road. The Refreshment Buffet. Tank Road Railway Station.247 words
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Advertisement496 1914-11-20 9 NOTICES. RILEY HARGREAVES COY.. LIMITED. The Transfer Books of this Company will be closed from 11th to 21ct, curt., inclusive. UNITED ENGINEERS LIMITED, P. MILLKK, Actg. Secretary, SEI'HBTAKIKK. 1111 GOVERNMENT NOTICE. Tenders will be received up to noon on Monday, the 28rd November, 1914, at the Master Attendant's Office, Singapore,496 words
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Advertisement504 1914-11-20 9 STEAMER SAILINGS. HEN DERSON LIN E The Steamers of the above Line sail fortnightly from GLASGOW AND LIVERPOOL TO RANGOON DIRECT via Suez Oanal and vice versa. They are modern Vessel* carrying only lst-elaas passengers, specially built for the Eastern Passenger Trade. Passenger accommodation Is situated on the bridge and504 words
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Advertisement526 1914-11-20 10 LAMEST PMO-UP CAPITAL IF AIT EASTfcfil COMPAIL PROIPIROUI tuid PROOREiSIYB. THE GHEAT EASTERN LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY, LIMITED. HIAD O^K» Wtnefcet- H^^. W.f>^ UO«OO« OTFIM OM 4—r,, EC O-^ ha. «ao.«M w» Ik. t^— <M 1 »*-i. -i te Brill* Uf.A^^^O-,-1- AM ra.^ryj^rtta.i-. gf nuumv o* *mw**MQm. momt t» u>aw. u«f«uy.526 words
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Advertisement323 1914-11-20 10 INSURANCE. FEDERAL LIFE iSSURANCE COMPANY OF CANADA. Established 1882. )ireot Government Suoecvi»ion, Government Audit. Policies are "WORLJ WIDE." and Non Korltitablu .arga Net Surplus above liabilities (or Reserve and ail outstanding claims. «aw Buiineu, 1918, 0v1t...»9,H76,000.00 3asb Lians, ijettUmontt*, etc., made locally. Namerons modurn schemei. 4. H. EVANS. Manager, Sooth323 words
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Advertisement507 1914-11-20 10 BANKING. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. >AIDUP CAPITAL 116,000,000 RESERVE FUNDS Sterling £1,600,000 at 3/- •16,000,000 Silver 118,000 000 133.000,000 Reserve Liability of Proprietors 116,000,000 COURT OF DIRECTORS. Hod. Mr. D. Laodale. Chairman. W. L. Pattenden, Eaq Depnty Chairman. 3. H. Dodwell, Ecq. P. H. Holyoak, Bsq. 3. T. M.507 words
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Advertisement483 1914-11-20 10 BANKING. TUB MERCANTILEBANK .OF INDIA LTD. Capital Authorised 1,500.000 Capital Subtoribud ...£1,196,000 Capital Paid-up £562,500 Reserve Fund £465,000 BOARD OF DIRECTORS K. J. Black Eso, Chairman. James Campbell Esq. H.Mclvill SimonsEfiq. J. A. Maitland Esq. Sir David Yale. J. M. liyrif Et-q. Chief Manager Percy Mould Esq. London Manager Jas.483 words
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Advertisement1666 1914-11-20 10 =^BALEB BY AUCTION. AUCTION SALE Of WAX POLISHED TEAK hOl SEUOLD FURNITURE, ETC. To be tali &>, No. 1078. Uppf r Serangoin Koai (near iLi Tramway Torminus). On Saturday, November 21, IS 14, at 2.30 p.m. Comprising tcik and urJnlstertd drawing room unite, teak round and octagonal tables with ixartle1,666 words
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Article806 1914-11-20 11 NOTES AND COMMENTS ON CURRENT TOPICS. An Ambulance Column. Mr. Arthnr dv Cros, M.P., on behalf of himself and his friends, has made a proposal to the War Office to provide, equip, and maintain in a state of efficiency during the campaign, a motor ambulance column for806 words
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Article304 1914-11-20 11 The report of the Hongkong (Selangon Rubber, Limited, states that, as stated in tbc last report, the planted area at Dcoember 31, 1912, was 594 acres. During the year to December 81 a farther 106 acres were felled and cleared, but. owing to unfavourable weather, only a304 words
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Advertisement209 1914-11-20 11 HALLFORD COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLES IN STOCK One 2H-ton Lorry. One 3 -ton Tipping Wagon. ii We have just supplied Two of the latter to tbe I HI MUNICIPAL ENGINEER'S DEPT.. SINGAPORE. II Since the arrival of the above tbe makers have aJviaei us that they have been obliged to raise209 words
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Advertisement374 1914-11-20 11 BY ROYAL APPOINTMENT H. M. KING GEOR6E V. AN APPEAL TO PATRIOTISM. Continental tyres are made In Germany by the enemy. Their purchase here assists him. SUPPORT BRITISH TRADE DUNLOPS are far superior In quality, and can be supplied In unlimited quantities at usual prices. Pit them to your motors374 words
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Advertisement35 1914-11-20 11 Post-Hole Diggers. Simple |iM Effective Strong Ch ea P"D"Cir<A'D"r\ 9-inch hole, 22 inches deep IXJhLrUriD through clay in ONE MINUTE. Stock sizes 6 in., 9 in., 10J^ in., 12 inch. SOLE AGENTS McAlister Co.. Ltd.35 words
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Advertisement843 1914-11-20 12 Goodrich TYRES. <^£$Z: American k^m% 9 mfjL\ for V American SOLE AGENTS: Adamson,Gilfillan&Go.,Ltd., SINGAPORE, PENANG and MALACCA. WANTS. OaCTOR WANTED. WdDt d, a Doctor for ship travelling to China Apply to iO, Synagogue Street. 17-11 28" PUP WANTED. Wanted, pap (txrrier p-eferi- di; m ibt be male. Offaro under Pa?,'843 words
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Advertisement537 1914-11-20 12 TO BE LET OR SOLD tsin. No. 7, Bras Basah Boad, from December 1. Apply on the premises. 10 11 a FURNISHEO SEABIDE REBIDENGEB TO LET. BELINDA udJUANITA to let furnished. Apply No. 9. Mt. Sophia. 16 a COMPOUND HuUSE TO LET. No. 18 Devonshire Roai, entry December 1. Apply537 words
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Advertisement406 1914-11-20 12 NOTICES. KIAM KIAT CO. 108 ft 109. Market Street. Telephone No. 421. Shipohandlers. Government and Municipal Contractors, Estate Suppliers and Commission Agents. Soli Aoints: The Mulcott Belting Co., Ltd. Best Maltiplar Brand Hair Beltings. 1-7 80-8-16 TENTS FOR CIRCUSES. CINEMATOGRAPHS. SHOWS and otber purposes. CANVAS WORK OF ALL DESCRIPTIONS BY406 words
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Advertisement643 1914-11-20 12 NOTICES. GUAN KIAT CO.. Ship-chandler*, Government and Municipal Contractor!, General Importeri «,nd Eiportcs, and Commiiilon agiitts. Estate, Mot-Mill and Saw-Mill Suppliers. 37. Philip Street. Tel. Address GUANKIAT," Cooks: A. B. C. fin Edition and A 1. j Telefhone Nci.— Office IMB acd 1 174. (Private 14EP). Sole Aqknts Fob GLOBE643 words
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Advertisement462 1914-11-20 12 SINGAPORE CLUB FIXTURES I The following fixtures for tho ourront *<.<.; and important forthcoming fixtures aro kind! supplied by the secretaries of the varioa clubs. Convenient forms on whicu to mak> tho returns will be supplied on application t the Manager, Straits Timem. Singapore Polo Club. Practice p— at Tyersill.462 words
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Miscellaneous229 1914-11-20 12 Straits Xbimes. ADVERTISEMENT RATES.— Miscellane 038 wants of every description are inserted at the prepaid rate of II per font lines for one or two insertions. Notices of Births, Marriages, or Deaths, if not exceeding four lines, Jl each insor ica For p.p.c. cards, on page 8, 12. Imcb Scalb229 words
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