The Straits Times, 30 December 1914
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Title Section13 1914-12-30 1 The Straits Times. NO. 24.085 SINGAPORE. WEDNESDAY. DECEMBER 30. 1914. PRICE 10 CENTS.13 words
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Advertisement155 1914-12-30 1 '"t'l 'i BEER »j^r|i I~^ 1^1" BRITISH TOYS Special Display of DOLL CARRIAGES. MINIATURE MOTOR MRS. TRICYCLES, Etc, Etc. LARGEST SELECTION OF DOLLS in Singapore. KATZ BROS., LTD -$arsaparilLa Beer is the only beverage known by that name which purifies the blood. It is non-alcoholic and preferred by your visitors155 words
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Advertisement33 1914-12-30 1 MARTELL S BRANDY. Soli Aoints: ADAMSON.6ILFILLAN CO., LTC NEW YEAR CARDS obtainable at KONG HINGGHEON6& COMPANY. General Photographic Store. Amateurs' Work a Speciality. Adalphl Hotel Buildings. Singapore. Branch at Penang. 16 81-8 1633 words
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Article636 1914-12-30 2 The Greatest Enemy Of Mankind. A grim addition to the horrors of war has been furnished by the attacks of wolves on wounded and isolated men in the eastern part of the war area in Europe, and, says The Standard, it is sadly to be feared636 words
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Article456 1914-12-30 2 Developments Arising Out of War Feeling. Tbe war on German trade baa produced some curious situations, and one of the most curious is itH complication of the title of Carl Hentschel, Ltd., nays tbe Financial News. Tbe company which recently bold tbat title was formed456 words
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Article464 1914-12-30 2 Effect of Music on British Soldiers. Writing to A home paper from the Belgian coast on November 15, a correspondent says Tbe Germans have made no further advance along tbe line Nieuport-Vpres. They continue to attack, in spite of the fearfully wet weather. It is a war of464 words
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Article239 1914-12-30 2 From tbe Daily Mirror There are two young men who, I hope, are wiser and better citizens to-day than they were a week or so ago. I heard their sad story yesterday. They were cycling, it appears, along a country road not very far from London, when239 words
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Article161 1914-12-30 2 Way, way for the Hodden Grey, For tbe hery cross burns red, Thro' London town borne up and down, The ancient spell has sped. O'er hill and dale each warlike Gael It called to meet the foe, And spirit feet on tho London street, March with usThe Times - 161 words
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Article78 1914-12-30 2 A message from Berlin reports that the Imperial Chancellor, Dr. von BethmanUollwcg, recently paid a visit to the German front in Belgium, and narrowly escaped death while there. He was at the German headquarters, which a British aviator had succeeded in locating and a British battery, from the airman's report,78 words
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Advertisement90 1914-12-30 2 Hazeline y (Trade Mark) I Snow I Clears the skin and improxcs its texture. Leaves no trace but beauty r5% Mil A K TTml 5iS i. L CAMPBELL CO., LTD. (in Liquidation). Cash Clearance Sale CONTINUES DURING DECEMBER. AX BARGAIN PRICES. Large Selection of Socks, Shirts, Collars, Boots and Shoes,90 words
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Advertisement63 1914-12-30 2 A (Jerm Destroyer. There is do danger whatever from lock jaw or blood poison resulting from a wound when Chamber lain Pain Balm is promptly applied. It is an antiseptic and destroys tbe germs which cause these diseases. It also causes wounds to heal without maturation and in one-third the63 words
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Advertisement525 1914-12-30 2 Indigestion Afraid to eat in constant pain no strength, no energy. These Wonderful fa L lets Cored The boon of im to nil who suffer in thu way it Dr. CaiaaU'l Tablets. Here is an insunc <- Jj 11 sTtWai for W '0* U3, Daven9^^_ Q P rt -Street, Bolton,525 words
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Advertisement473 1914-12-30 2 Anaemia nvu It H[. ~~jt lrie cult. Anaemic girls, weak children and jaded mothers get new life and vigour by taking SCOTT'S Emulsion. Medicine and food, it fortifies the blood, promotes appetite, and brings back the roses and the joy of health. But be sure to get SCOTT'S— no other473 words
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Article875 1914-12-30 3 A VISIT TO THE LORRAINE BATTLEFIELDS. Catching a Spy. There is a notice posted np on the mediaeval gates of N the handsome Lorraine city, requesting the inhabitants to maintain a calm and dignified demeanour when German prisoners are brought in Women are really ferocious," said875 words
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Article205 1914-12-30 3 Since tbe opening of tbe present war ■train baa fallen on tbe higher ranks of the British army such as probably has nerer previously be«n experienced by any similar number of general officers. Sir J jlsn French in his published despatches baa told of the admirable service* of205 words
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Article444 1914-12-30 3 To Wage War Relentlessly to The Uttermost Degree. An amazing exposition of German mili- tarism has been given by Major General von j Ditfurth in an article contributed to tbe Hamburg Nachricbton, in the course of which this distinguished retired officer of the German army writes "No444 words
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Article420 1914-12-30 3 Austrian Paper Denies Lies About Serbia. Tbe Standard's special correspondent at Amsterdam wires An article in tbe Austrian organ, Dan zersche Armeezeitung, which lias been reproduced by many German papers, is characteristic of tbe disillusion mi tit which is beginning to show itself in AustriaHungary. It is420 words
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Article110 1914-12-30 3 A Madras contemporary observe*: It is said that the Taube aeroplane, which has so far done much better service for Germany than the famous Zeppelins was designed, curiously enough, from an idea obtained by its inventor, an Austrian millionaire named Ettriok, from tbe Zanonia (Malayaram) I'enarvalli, tree of India. He110 words
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Advertisement729 1914-12-30 3 Weakness Debility IRON 'JELLOIDS,' the reliable tonic, strengthen 1 your blood and fortify your system against climatic effects. After a course of Iron 'Jelloids,' the blood is enriched, appetite is restored, vitality increased, Weakness and Debility disapi>ear, and your system is enabled to combat attacks of Malaria and other diseases.729 words
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Advertisement54 1914-12-30 3 Unnecessary Words. Why waste words and advertising space in describing the many points of merit in Chamberlain's Cough Hemedy? The most fastid ions are satisfied when we state that it cares cold* and coughs from any caiwo, and that it oootaiDH absolutely no narcotic* or injurious Kuaotaooes. For sal* by54 words
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Advertisement89 1914-12-30 3 7 Brewed from only Best Malt Hops. SOLE AGENTS: ANN LOCK CO., Battery Road. BUB-AOENTB TAI TO CO., Beach Road, Singapore. z_ x I COCOA j BEST GOES FARTHEST I A delicious flavouring also for puddiogs and pastry. 1^ LET COOK USE IT. I §IR Ernest Shackleton. writing to the89 words
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Advertisement74 1914-12-30 3 NOTICE. A firm of good standing in Shanghai, China, would be glad to act an Agents for any firm wishing ta export gcodi of any description from tbe Strsiti Settlements, and Federakd Malay States into China. Correspondence solicited with responsible merobaots and dealers in the Strai'.s Settlements, and Federated Malay74 words
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Advertisement398 1914-12-30 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. R 0. STEAM NAVIGATION GO. For China. Japan. Penang, Ceylon, Australia. India, Aden, Egypt, Mediterranean Ports> Plymouth London. For Freight, Passage and further information, apply to H W. BUCKLAND, Agent. COMBINED SERVICE OF THE OCEAN 8. S. CO.. LTD.. ft THE WEST AUSTRALIAN 8. N. CO.. LTD. BETWEEN398 words
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Advertisement578 1914-12-30 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. N.Y.K. JAPAN MAIL STEAMSHIP CO., LTD. EUROPEAN LINE. A service is maintained between Yokohama via port*, to Marseilles, London and Antwerp, under mail oontroct with the Imperial Japanese Government. The New Twin screw Steamers maintaining this service have been specially dosigoed and constructed, and are fitted with all578 words
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Advertisement670 1914-12-30 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. THE SIAM STEAM NAVIGATION CO.. LD SINGAPORE-BANGKOK. for Kretay, Paka, Tringganu, Bigot, Semerak, Baobok, Kelantin Tabai, Bangnari, Telopin, Pauarai, Pat&ui, Siogora, Lauoo, KohsamnJ, Bandoo, Laogßuen, Taku, Cbnmpon, Kohlak and Bangkok. A STEAMER Uue Departure Jan. S, 1915. Jan. S, 1915 9 3 p.m „12 M 16 3 p.m.670 words
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Advertisement631 1914-12-30 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. OCEAN STEAM SHIP CO LIMITED, AND CHINA MUTUAL STEAK NAY. CO.. LTD I The Compaciee' etoamnr* are despatched from Liverpool outwards iur the Straits. China and Japan every week and from Japan hoiuewards for London, Amntordam aud Antv.evp every fortnight; (or Genoa, Marseilles and Liverpool and for Marseilles,631 words
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Advertisement505 1914-12-30 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. STOO M VAART- MAATBCHAPPI J iSTBAMSHIP COMPANY) "NEDERLAND." FORTNIGHTLY MAIL SBRVICB BBTWBBN JAVA AND AMSTERDAM HA SINGAPORE, SABANG. COLOMBO PORT SAID, OSNOA ANO LONDON. Stt auiers an; due on or about tin undermentipand dates Ootwaed Bouwud. 1915 1915 Koningin d. Ned. Jao. 8 Riouw Jan. S Grotiuß Jan.505 words
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Article112 1914-12-30 5 FIXTURES. Wednesday, December 30. High Water, 8.17 am 10 17 part Kampar Tin, 1> Trick's 2 SO p.m. Thursday, December 31. High Water, KM *.m 10 36 p.m. Friday, January I. High Water. 9 16 a.m., 11.40 p.m. New Year's Day. IjM and Land Sports. Saturday, January112 words
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Article157 1914-12-30 5 To-DAT. Malacca, P. Swettenham and Telok Aunon Ipoh 8 pm Batu I'ahat Aing Hin 8 pm Hoihow and Hongkong Devawongse Bpm Bandjormasflin, Kota Baroe, and Samarinda S. Romeo 8 pm Batavia. Samarang, Knurabaya. I>. Darwin, Thursday Islands, Brisbane, and Sydney Mataram 4 pm Penang and Calcutta taking157 words
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Article40 1914-12-30 5 LtBTT SINOAPOBa. Do« IH LoNI'ON AbBITII>. Not. 12 December 11 Dec. 11 Hot. 19 B 18 Dec. 18 Not. 24 19 Dec. 19 Kot. 27 Dec. 8 Dec. 7 Dec. 11 Dec 17 Dec 21 l>ec. 2840 words
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Article82 1914-12-30 5 Latest Arrivals List of vessels in port at 10 a.m. on fleceruber 30, 1914. Name Date of Arriyal Remarks. Carlyle 29 12 14 Inner Koada Henalder No. 4 Wharf (liowtai a Dock Kan Honj> I-eon« 80 12 14 Inner Koads Kaka Aing Hin Sri Muar Hock Hye 2882 words
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Article389 1914-12-30 5 Forthcoming Arrivals And Departures. The following passenger bookings to the Straits are taken from the London and China Express. It should be understood that, in f ome instances, bookings may be provisional and that intending passengers may alter their arrangements, subsequent to the issuance of this list in389 words
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Article167 1914-12-30 5 EXCHANGE SINUAPOIK |)K. KMKKR 30, 1914. O> Londoi Bank m/s 2/4£ Demaud n 2/4 Private 8 mil m 3/4 j On Iwou Bank T. T. 175 Oa HonosoNO...Bank d/d 22% On B«AKO«ii....Bank ,1/d 108 O« Tat* Bank T. T. 141 J Ok Japa« Bank d/d 115 Sovereigns167 words
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Advertisement110 1914-12-30 5 AUCTION SALES Powell and Co. January 4.— At saleroom, unredeemed piedges, at in. January 6.— At saleroom, unredeemed pledges, at 10. January h. -At saleroom, unredeemed pledges, at 10. Chine Kent I.cc an 1 Co January 2. At saleroom, unredeemed pledgee, at 10. January 6. At saleroom, unredeemed pledge*, at110 words
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Advertisement209 1914-12-30 5 For Chronic Chest Complaints, Wood*' Great Peppermint Core la. 6d. CHEONG BROTHERS. Dentists, No 25, South Bridge Road. First elaas Mechanioal Dentistry, Oold Cr iwu Bridge Kiliinn and Vrloanite Duration of Wear guaranteed CHARGES MODBRATE. FULL LINE DENTAL SUPPLIES. Bast Tortb Powden and Brnnbes (cr sale. BRITISH INDIA BTEAM NAVI6ATION209 words
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Advertisement22 1914-12-30 5 LAMBERT 3c BUTLER Drink CARLSBERC A >^ET^sbV BUY "SHELL" YOU CAN RELY ON THE QUALITY AND QUANTITY. THEY PONT CHANGE. OBTAINABLE EVERYWHERE.22 words
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Advertisement621 1914-12-30 5 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS WANTED. Light Steam Winch aod Boiler, to bny or hire. State Terms and fall particulars to "Alpha," c/o Straits Times. 8012 6-1 ROOM WANTED. Young gentleman would like to hear of a very select family willing to offer a eood roam, with board. (Not a bearding house) Apply621 words
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Miscellaneous93 1914-12-30 5 WEATHER REPORT. Kandang Kerbau Hospital, December 29. 9 A.M. 8 P.M., 9 P.M. Bared. 82 Fab 29.875 29.741 29.843 Temp. 80.0 81.0 76.4 Wet Bulb Ther 76.8 78.0 75.0 Dir. of Wind NW NE calm Max. shade Temp. 85.0 Mm 78.4 Max. in Son 147.4 Terad. Ther 70.8 Rainfall in93 words
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964 1914-12-30 6 The Straits Times. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 80. RETALIATION. What was the object of the British Naval Raid at Heligoland and Cuxuaven If tbe object was to draw tbe Germans from the?: fortified shelters it failed, as no doubt, the naval experts anticipated. If it was to do any material damage to964 words
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Article16 1914-12-30 6 Mr. R. M. S. Murray has won the oham pionship of tbe Penang Volunteer Rifle Club.16 words
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Article20 1914-12-30 6 A proposal to raise another domestic loan of eight million dollars baa been introduced in tbe State Council at Peking.20 words
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Article39 1914-12-30 6 Mr. Gordon Selfridge in a recent address to business men in London said that advertising was too much looked upon in England aa tbe first rather than the last thing that should be cut off in time of war.39 words
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Article43 1914-12-30 6 The Russian Government has placed an order in Japan, reports tbe Japan Times, for cholera aud typhus serum for 4,000,000 persons, for the use of the Russian soldiers fighting at the front, there baing signs of the spread of cholera among tbe Austrian*.43 words
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Article53 1914-12-30 6 According to a telegram dated December 17 from the Haiphong correspondent of the Coorriar S&igonnais, tbe German auxiliary oruiaar Corojoran, which arrived at Guam in the Marianne Islands (in the Pacific) on December 11 in order to take in coal and provision*, was disarmed by the Amcricau authorities at Guam53 words
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Article51 1914-12-30 6 A member of tho Malayan contingent which left by the Japanese mail Miyazaki Mam. writes from Colombo that very rough weather was experienced during the first stage of the voyage. "We have been washed out of our quarters (steerage) every night so far, either by rain or heavy seas," be51 words
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Article46 1914-12-30 6 It is rather anomalous that a place of such comparatively small importance as Jesselton, 8.N.8. should be getting a better service of war news than we in Singapore. Tbe service there, of course, consists of the official Foreign Offioe messages which are published apparently quite freely.46 words
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Article58 1914-12-30 6 The Hongkong Post Office issue tho following notification The public are informed that the steamer Atle has been sunk in the North Sea. This steamer bad on board the mails from London via Siberia, dated November 6 and 7, destined for Hongkong and British Postal Agencies in China. There is58 words
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Article59 1914-12-30 6 The manager and editor of the Saigon newspaper, L'Opinion, who were arrested last month on a charge of publishing articles the contents of which were deemed by tbe French authorities inimical to the public interest, were sentenced on December 4 to two and three months' imprisonment, respectively in addition to59 words
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Article73 1914-12-30 6 Tbe steamer Benlawers, which reached Hongkong on December 23 from Singapore, met with a mishap on the Monday evening in the thick weather that prevailed. Land was sudderly observed right ahead and so close that it was impossible to save the ship from touching. Fortunately the impact was comparatively slight,73 words
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Article71 1914-12-30 6 A Government Gazette extraordinary was issurd yesterday afternoon containing notifications respecting a further consolidation and revision of the. list of articles to be treated as contraband of war, and transmission of money and letters abroad also a proclamation in accordance with the provisions of section 2 (2) of tbe Prize71 words
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Article103 1914-12-30 6 Commenting on a leading article of the Daily News in which the opinion was expressed that the popular interest in the captain of the Emden was mainly the result of a general craving for relief from the sordidness of the German system of making war, tho Hamburger Fremdenblatt writes under103 words
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Article100 1914-12-30 6 The Railway Institution grounds at Kuala Lumpur presented a gay and animated scene on Saturday, it being the occasion of the first sports of tne Technical School. The programme contained fifteen events, four of which were open. The las* event was the tugof war between the past and present students100 words
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Article114 1914-12-30 6 Lieut. Dimmer, of the King's Royal Rifles, who has just been awarded the Victoria Cross, learned the news of his good fortune in the following dramatic manner. The young officer, who was in hospital at Boulogne Bur Mer, was haviDg luncheon in a restaurant with a brother officer, w hen114 words
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Article108 1914-12-30 6 A correspondent writes Considering the stringency with which the authorities here have rounded up the enemy subjects in the straits Settlements and the F.MS one may wonder why no similar steps have been taken to intern the German residents of British North Borneo which enjoys tbe fruits of British protection108 words
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Article108 1914-12-30 6 A Frenchman, who bad been confined in the Lancaster concentration camp, upon suspicion of his being a German, received his discbarge on December 2, upon his prov ing his nationality. He declared his intention of joining tho French army and ti.it, indiscreet declaration roused tbe fury of his fellow prisoners,108 words
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Article123 1914-12-30 6 German reports published at Shanghai are responsible for this Americans living in Switzerland report that the British Minister to Berne has requested the Swiss authorities to admit tbe use of the wireless station on tbe St. Oothard by the British and French for war purposes. The members of tbe Swisa123 words
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Article359 1914-12-30 6 Assistant Superintendents Cuscaden and Stevens, who have received commissions in the Indian Army, leave Ponang for India on Thursday. Mr. J. S. Dawbarn, late of Messrs. Anthony and Co.'s staff, Penang, has been granted a commission in the Bth Batt. Leiooetershiro Regt. Inspectors W. Law and A.359 words
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Article84 1914-12-30 6 The ninth ordinary general meeting of Howartb, Erskine, Ltd., was held this noon at (jivshaui House, Mr. V. V. Lomberger presiding. The report and accounts were adopted and a dividend at the rate of 7 per cent, for the year ended October 81, 1914, declared on the84 words
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Article102 1914-12-30 6 The ordinary general meeting of tha> Straits Trading Company was held at the company's registered office, 11, Collyer Quay, at noon to-day, Mr. W. W. Cook, presiding. The accounts and balance sheet for tbe halfyear ended September 30, and tbe directors' and auditors' reports wore adopted. The102 words
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Article158 1914-12-30 6 With regard to a paragraph published on Monday relative to the new Cinema Casino, about to open ii Beach Road, it was stated that the new picture house has arisen on the site of the old Alhambra," from which the inference might be drawn that the Alhambra158 words
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Article215 1914-12-30 6 The following are the names of tbe contingent from Japan now proceeding to England to join tbe new Service Battalions: Messrs. Cyril F. Bird, W. Blundell, V. G. BoMden, P. Brulil. H. Kedale, F. A. Graham, G. L. James, W. K. Kingdon, W. Kirby, Lawrenoe Macball,215 words
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Advertisement173 1914-12-30 6 BUSINESS MEN. FOR Get a -Filing System! RONEO LTD., XT 14a, Coll yer Quay. ~~JLBENSON'S J*T WORLD RENOWNED WATCHES I Are the BEST. V J*2j[ J WARRANTED TIMEKEEPERS y^t JW LONDON MAKE. Gold Bracelet Watches from £8 Be., tH^SKZ.- or ?72 nett The SANK OF ENGLAND," in Silver (fern £5,173 words
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Advertisement189 1914-12-30 6 LATEST PATHE WAR GAZETTE ARRIVED BY SUNDAY'S MAIL AT THE ALHAMBRA Ths PioMsr CliMwatogr^oh Theitr*, Beach Road TWO SNOWS for 0«E P*Y«E*r Flnt ihow 7 JO p.m Second Show 9 1 i p.m TO-NIGHT A STAR PROGRAMME. The Great Powerful All British Production A DAU6HTER OF SATAN S PARTS. A189 words
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Advertisement11 1914-12-30 6 Latest advertisements of tbe tiuy appear on page S and 8.11 words
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Article1295 1914-12-30 7 Fierceness of Recent Fighting. BRITAIN AND AMERICA'S TRADE. Strongly Worded Protest Received. Rinit's Special and Ordinary War Tblsorams. London, December 38, 8.25 p.m. Eyewitness with the British headquarters reports —The fighting on the 21st. continued with determination. Our efforts were directed to lessening a small gap in onr1,295 words
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Article177 1914-12-30 7 We are indebted to the French Consnl, Comte de Bondy, for the following telegram Paris, December 28. Official The French 8 per oent. bonds are at francs 71.75. On December 23rd, they were at 71. We continue our advance on the west of Lombaertzyde, and are at177 words
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Article51 1914-12-30 7 (From Oem Own Correspondent.) Penang, December 39. At Lodge Royal Prince of Wales, last evening, Bro Ben Mitchell was installed as Worshipful Master. Bros. R. Young and A. R. Adams assisted at the ceremony and attended the supper. Bros. Manington, Sewell and Wemyss responded for the51 words
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Article247 1914-12-30 7 Programme for the Morning Entertainment. It is a matter for congratulation that, despite the doubt expressed in some quarters, it has been found possible to hold the New Year Sports as usual. Those who have the arrangements in band may have fonnd it necessary to practice little247 words
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Article183 1914-12-30 7 In the presence of only nine persons, the marriage took place on November 21, at St. George's, Hanover-square, of Hastings Wil liam Sackville, the Marques* of Tavisiock, only sou and heir of the Duke of Bedford, and Miss Louisa Crommelin Roberta Jowitt Whitwell, younger daughter183 words
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Article1395 1914-12-30 7 REVIEW OF THE FAR EASTERN OPERATIONS'. The Official Report. The following statement submitted to the Japanese Diet by the Minister of the Navy is reproduced from the Japan Times I esteem it an honour to report to the Honse a general outline of the operations by the Imperial1,395 words
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Article561 1914-12-30 7 Judgment Against East Asiatic Company. In the Supreme Court, this morning, the acting Chief Justice, Mr. L. M. \V,>odward. gave judgment in the action brought by the East Asiatic Company against Guan Kiat and Co., for damages on account of nonfulfilment of contract. The offer was to buy561 words
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Article172 1914-12-30 7 The latest Gurkha exploit is reported from Dixmude. For several days the British were unable to dis'odge a body of Germans, apparently heavily reinforced. A regiment of Gurkhas arrived, and entrenched next to the British troops. Towards 12 o'clock one night the British officers noticed that the172 words
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Article67 1914-12-30 7 Major Edward Henry Edwin Daniell, D.5.0., Royal Irish Regiment, who was killed at the front, was born in 1869, and obtained his first commission from the Militia in 1*492; he was promoted lieutenant in 1894, captain in 1899, and major in 1909. Major Daniell was a graduate of the Staff67 words
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Article723 1914-12-30 7 THE STOCK EXCHANGE SHEWING RECOVERY. From Our Special Correspondent. London, November 27. So far as can be judged from all the available evidence things are going very well with us. Even the Stock Exchange has emorgod from the ordeal of the settlement a great deal better than could723 words
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Article169 1914-12-30 7 According to a correspondent of the Turin Stampa, who claims to have had access %9 tho Zeppelin sheds at Friedrichshaven, eighteen snper Zeppelins will take pan in the mighty attack on Britain and its fleet in the spring." The correspondent tays that every three weeks an airship169 words
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Article913 1914-12-30 8 (FIBM A CuBRKSI-ONDBNT.) Sourabaya, December 28. The London wire of the 9th inst. announciui; tlic success of Vice-Admiral Sturdre's »|uadron and the sinking of the Oerman warships Scbarnliorst, ineisenau, and Leipzig off tlit- Falkland Islands was received here by tli<' British Consulate and published in striking ty|w913 words
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Article146 1914-12-30 8 A watchui^ht service will be held at Bdheada, lira* Baaah Road, tomorrow, couiiutncing at 10.45 p.m. A heart; invitation is extended to all. Tlio service will take the form of a testimony meeting. There ill be a special service for the Tamil cosgrrintioo of St. Peter's Church Stamford146 words
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Article390 1914-12-30 8 Terms of Far-Reaching Railway Agreement. A Reuter message from Peking dated December 9, published at Shanghai, states: The !iuH»o Mongolian Agreement, which was signed at Kiachta on September 30, begins Tbe Russian Diplomatic Agent in Mongolia has signed, with due authority, with the Mongolian Plenipotentiary, an agreement390 words
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Article194 1914-12-30 8 Sepoy Lines Qolf Club. The monthly medal of the Sepoy Lines Golf Club for December was won by J. W. Haddon. Scores: .1. W. Haddon 45 46—10=81 (i. Holden 48 62—18=87 Members are reminded that the competi tion for tbe Sapper Cap closes on December 81. Harrison dolf Club.194 words
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Article156 1914-12-30 8 Although every English and French word has disap|ieared in Germany, there is still one little word left which gives the pub lishers of the illustrated papers and magazines ii/ucli trouble, and that is the word "copyright." The patriotic Germans have threatened to boycott publications if this word156 words
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Article127 1914-12-30 8 The death is announced of Commander De Paris de Boisroavray. Senior Naval Officer in command of the Indo China Station, which took place after a very brief illness at Saigon on I>eceinber 20. Commander De ftiixrnuvray, who was born in 1861, was an officer of the Ligion of Honour and127 words
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344 1914-12-30 8 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, In consequence of the many rumours circulated, that tbe Soldiers and Sailors Families' Association had more warm clothes for distribution at home than they could dispose of, it was decided by the committee of Soldiers and Sailors Families'344 words
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Letter580 1914-12-30 8 No Stranger Need Apply." To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, Permit me to reply as follows to your correspondent The Stranger My dear Stranger, I have read your letter with great interest and surprise. This is really after all nothing but a city of strangers and so far580 words
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Article87 1914-12-30 8 The British steamer Haddon Hall arrived at Nagasaki on December 5, having been towed from the Loochoo Islands by the Mitsn Bishi salvage steamer Anma Maru. The vessel stranded in July last daring a typhoon and was refloated about two weeks ago by the Yamashina Company, of Yokohama. The Nagasaki87 words
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Advertisement51 1914-12-30 8 We wstcLed hr brcathicu through tbeni^ht Id fsct, we got on awfui frigbt. Foe she »■> at bad as bad cou'd be, Her backup ot lutti spelt misery Bat onot rgtis h r eyeam'e brigL.t, Far did she not procure Tbe one thing needful for brr i Is Woods' Great51 words
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Advertisement45 1914-12-30 8 The Best Cough Medicine. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is the largeest soiling cough medicine in the world today because it does exactly what a cough mtdi cine is supposed to do. It stops congbs and colds speedily and effectually. For sale by all Dispensaries and Desists.45 words
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Advertisement497 1914-12-30 8 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS. COMPLIMENTS OF THE SEASON TO ONE AND AIL ok oil PATRONS AND f RItMOS Gaiety PICTURE PALACE. Junction or Albibt and Bsncoolsn Stbkits. To- Night To- Night II THE MEXICAN SPY Best War Drams in 2 Parts. DELIVERED BY DEATH A Drama in 8 Acts Coloured. Adapted by497 words
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Advertisement278 1914-12-30 8 RAFFLES HOTEL. Special Dinner AND Dancing after Dinner On Thursday, December 31, NEW YEAR'S EVE. By kind ptraiaMon of lA-Col E. V. Martin and Officers, the Band of the Jili Light lofautry will be in attendance during and after Dinner. SEA VIEW HOTEL New Year's Dinner AND Dance, Saturday, January278 words
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Advertisement246 1914-12-30 9 PRATTS THE STANDARD MOTOR SPIRIT. Obtainable at WEARNE BROS., LTD. gHfp IN WEAKNESS, NEURASTHENIA W}q> r CONSUMPTION I#sJ3 CHLOROSIS 02 fl^k I^* Deschiens All doctors agree that this vital Iron of the Blood ALWAYS CURES and r,ives everyone health, strength and beauty. Par better than uncooked meat. Chalybeates. etc. ••T7246 words
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Advertisement307 1914-12-30 9 THE AVER MOLEK RUBBER CO.. LIMITED. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at tbe Fifth Annual Ordinary Oeneial Meeting to be held en Tresday, January filh, 1016, the Direstor* will, if approved of by tbe Shareholder*, declare a fioal Dividend ol 9%, miking 16% for the year, to be aid to307 words
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Advertisement519 1914-12-30 9 NOTICES. HOWARTH ERSKINE. LIMITED. NOTICE is hereby given, that tbe Transfer Books of this Company will be closed from '22nd to 80th onrrent, inclif i»e. By Order, UNITED ENGINEERS, LTD, D. Miller, Aoiing Secretary, Skcrbtaeiks. 22-13 iO-12 THE STRAITS TRADING CO.. LTD. NOTICE is hereby given, that the Transfer Books519 words
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Advertisement605 1914-12-30 9 STEAMER SAILINGS. BTRAITB STEAM SHIP CO., LTD., AND SIAM STEAM NAVIGATION CO., LTD. An Express weekly service is being maintained by steamers 6f the above companies between SINGAPORE and BANGKOK. The steamers leave Singapore every Saturday and have very good accommodation for passengers. T Full particulars may be had on605 words
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Advertisement539 1914-12-30 10 PROPBROUt itnd PROORBiSIVE. THE GREAT EASTERN LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY, LIMITED. ifftr oitim i m ii- iii ii. j-r— lohdob o#«oi aa, «m «-o. >. asaa_BMMa wiaa Baa bbbbbbhbb Osbms si BsaalaasV sbbl sssbssbsb vßa Bb) sMHh* Mb> asVJSBSJMS QMBpsadss Ast kt sfary paitai atasw IVaji, mm A— U»AltO>. BKWWV T»539 words
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Advertisement346 1914-12-30 10 INSURANCE. FEDERAL LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY OF CANADA. 1 Established 1883. Direct Government Supervision, Government Audit. Poi.oies are "WORLU WIDE." and Non Forfeitable Large Nat Surplus above liabilities for Reserve and all outstanding claims. New Businaaa, 1913, 0ver.. .10,876,000.00 Cash Loans, Settlrmcnts, etc., mado locally. Numerous modern schemes. 4. H. EVANS,346 words
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Advertisement478 1914-12-30 10 BANKING. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. PAID UP CAPITAL 16,000,000 RESERVE FUNDS Sterling 41,600,000 at 2/. 115,000,000 Silver ♦18,003.000 |83,0D0,00fReserve Liability of Proprietors 116,000,000 COURT OP DIRECTORS Hon. Mr. D. Landale, Chairman. W.L Pattenden, Esq., Deputy Chairman. S. H. Dodwell, Esq. P. H. Holyoak, Esq. O. T. M. Edkins, Esq.478 words
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Advertisement456 1914-12-30 10 BANKING. ESTABLISHED 18M. THE BANK OF TAIWAN. LIMITED. INCORPORATED BT BPECIAL IMPERIAL CHARTER. Capital Subscribed V.1 0,000.000. Capital Paid Up 8 750.000. Reserve Funds 3,790.000. President. Eazuyosbi Tagin, Emj. Vice President. Kojuro Nakagawa, Esq. DIRECTORS. lyotosbi Sada, E"q. Ryoroku Yamanari, Esq. Sbiogo Minami, Esq. HEAD OFFICE TAIPBH, FORMOSA (Taiwan). BRANCHES456 words
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Advertisement466 1914-12-30 10 SALES BY AUCTION. TO DEALERS, HOUSEBUILDERS AND CONTRACTORS. AUCTION SALES Of A VERY LARGK QUANTITY OF BALLOW, K\SAK, AND KATOK PLANKS, PURLINS, JOISTS AND SCANTLINGS OF VaRIOUS SIZES To be held at Chop Kirn 8* ng Lcongs Timber yard, No. 59-8, Lavender Street, On Tuesday, 29th Deoamber, 1814, and Tuesday,466 words
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Article839 1914-12-30 11 NOTES AND COMMENTS ON CURRENT TOPICS. The Rear-Light Question. At the recent general committee meeting of the Royal Automobile Club and its associated clubs two topical subjects were specially under discussion, writes Gerald Bigs in Tbe Standard. Tbe first wai a resolution that, in view of tbe839 words
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Article200 1914-12-30 11 There can be no doubt that the Germans are a brachycepbalic race, or to us the word popular in the kioetuas when the war pictures are shown, bullet-headed. Speakug general ly, a German helmet will not fit an English head. Some dolichocephalic Englishmen the other day were200 words
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Advertisement434 1914-12-30 11 &@T FIRE EXTINGUISHERS. The British AdmirsUy about nine roontlm ago adopted Pjrene as standard, and lince that time hiive purchased over one thousand extinfcui«h<r». They are being used in a number of different ways Some were paced on submarines and deOtrojors, Rome on raall motor craft at the varicus yards434 words
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Advertisement71 1914-12-30 11 Whoopinjf Cough. When your child has whooping cough be careful to keep the cough loose and expectoration easy by giving Chamberlain's Cough Ktimily as may be rtquired. This remedy will also liquify the toogh mucus and make it tas»i to expectorate. It has been used successfully in many epidemics and71 words
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Advertisement12 1914-12-30 11 Tot Cbildreo'a Hacking Coogb a* Night Woodg Great Peppermint Our* la Bd.12 words
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Advertisement387 1914-12-30 11 BY ROYAL APPOINTMENT T0 H M GEORGE 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 motors387 words
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Advertisement72 1914-12-30 11 SUCCESS Emery Grinder (FOOT POWER) /f&SS^ 3,000 Revolutions per Minute attained .■flElßk. lilU by a simple and easy motion of the foot. JUST LIKE A POWER MACHINE The Greatest Grinder 1 on Earth %r*fl < For Grinding Drills, Castings, Machine 7s 4Kb Parts, Knives, Scissors, and all kinds ~~^£g^y§^- of72 words
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Advertisement360 1914-12-30 12 Marseilles Tiles "SWAN BRAND." Large supplies due shortly. Orders now being booked. For prices and particulars, apply to the Sole Agents Adamson, Gilfillan Co., Ltd., SINGAPORE, PENANG and MALACCA. WANTS. HOUSE WMTTEO. Entry January, February or March. Particulars to Hcaee, o/o Straits Times. 39 12 a MkDICAL OFFICER WANTED. Wanted,360 words
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Advertisement342 1914-12-30 12 TO BE LET OR SOLO. TO LET. No. 188, Aaay Street. Apply M. Gorton, 8, Prinoe Street. 39-8 v FURNIBHEO BEABIDE REBIDENCEB TO LET. BELINDA and JU ANITA, to let furnished. Apply No. 9, Mt. Sophis. 1-6 OFFICEB TO LET. No. la, Rafßea Quay, Ist and 2nd Floors. Apply GUTHRIE342 words
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Advertisement557 1914-12-30 12 TO BE LET OR SOLD TO LET. House No. O, Adis Road, off Sophia Road. Immediate entry. Apply No. C, Adis Road. 7 12 61 COMPOUND HOUBE TO LET. No. 28, Sophia Road. Immediate entry. Suitable for a baarding bonse. Apply 17J, Waterloo Street. 1-1? 81-13 TO LET. Furnished sea-side557 words
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Advertisement587 1914-12-30 12 NOTICES. KIAM KIAT CO. 108 109. Market Street. Telephono No. 431. Shipchaodlers. Government and Muaicipa l Contractors, Estate Suppliers and Commission Agents. Sou Aqbnts The Mulcott Belting Co., Ltd. Best Multiplar Brand Hair Beltings. 17 80-6 i 6 EUCALYPTUS OIL (PARKER'S) can be obtained BOON SENG CO.. Ship Chandlers, SaiiMakers,587 words
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Advertisement550 1914-12-30 12 NOTICES. GUAN KIAT CO.. 37. Phuip Street. 6000S REAOY IN STOCK NOW *****4 2,600 Krgs Hubbuck's Coloured Paint, Oil and Sundries, 600 Piece Oalvd. Plain Sheets, 5 SCO lbs White Cotton Watte, 2,000 lbs. Insertion Cloth, 10,0> 0 fett Balata and Hair B Hdr, 12.PC0 assorted Files C 000 lbs.550 words
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Advertisement510 1914-12-30 12 SINGAPORE CLUB FIXTURE?. The following Oxtcrts fjr tbe current wi» k aad important forthcoming fixtures are kindly supplied by the secretaries of the varioua ?!übs. Convenient forms on which to make tho returns will be supplied on application tc the Manager, Straits Tiru.w. Singapore Polo Club. Practice games at Tyrreall,510 words
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Miscellaneous227 1914-12-30 12 Straits "(bimes. ADVERTISEMENT RATES.— Misoellane ous wants oi every description are insert' ed at the prepaid rate of tl por foui lines for one or two insertions. Notices of Births, Marriages, or Deaths, if not exceeding four lines, tl each insor ion For p.p.c. cards, on pago 8, t2. Inch227 words
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