The Straits Times, 9 January 1918
1918-01-09
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Title Section13 1918-01-09 1 The Straits Times. NO. 25.616 SINGAPORE. WEDNESDAY. JANUARY 9. 1918. PRICE 10 CENTS.13 words
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Advertisement161 1918-01-09 1 MILKMAID SWEETENED CONDENSED MILK Price now $18.00 ■at mm BEAR BRAND MILK THE MILK THAT'S WORTH ITS PRICE QUALITY O/^^>;\lB) ALWAYS NEVER STALDEN^W^^^MMtm«»I MOST VARIES "BEAR" BRAND EXCELLENT HYGIENIC SWISS lX lts in Us natural purij o r of for maintain^ Importers stookad by JTDItfCDO A OflllO I Til fil161 words
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Advertisement33 1918-01-09 1 Is it "Turps" you want? Then ask for T U R TRADE jaf MARK E N E Pure Mineral Turpentine THE ASIATIC PETROLEUM Co. (S.S.), Ltd. (Incorporated in ■»gi»"*) St. HBLBN'B OOCRT, SINGAPORH33 words
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Advertisement207 1918-01-09 1 ROBINSON CO. ELEVEN REASONS WHY dT-'Wa^fcw YOU SHOULD USE ODOL (^i^S^m It is made from pure essential oils of known *P |3|gJ<jMtafff Hf iffoctivencss in destroy in« dieease- J 'I'll I Its aotion in the moath is maintained for I JJ > fc^— '"liliiihil ,^l It is plea ant and207 words
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Advertisement36 1918-01-09 1 KARTELLS BRANDY. Solo Aqintb AOAMBON aiLFILLAN CO.. LIO (Ineorporatad in Kbkjuk]) WHITFIELO'S IRON SAFES Fire, tail, thief and burglar resisting ▲11 sizes kept in Btook by Sole Agents for the S.S. F.M.S. 4. FRANKEL&CO. Victoria Street.36 words
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Article1090 1918-01-09 2 The loDowiag MwiaWiw. are loported t Load on, Deoember 6. Woanded.— 2nd Lient. T. A. Oilliard, Irish Fnsiliers; 2nd Lient. H. O. Oreig, LirerpooU 2nd Lient. J. Hackett, North nmbcrlands Lieut- J. B. Hamilton, Scottish Rifles; 2nd Lieut. C. B. Henry, Liverpools; 2nd Lieut. S. O. Henry, Liverpool*1,090 words
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Advertisement495 1918-01-09 2 C11li!IP.I!l!IIII)}llll!lHHH!HHI!ll^ lww< The wonderful Life-giving properties 'of Wincarni* makes it a positive necessity to all who are Weak. Anaemic. "Nervy." Run-down. The mission of Wincarnis li to create new health ist those who ars WeasV ©t Anaemic. or"Nervy."or Run-down. And so well does 'Wincarnis fulS Its mission, that it has495 words
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Advertisement415 1918-01-09 2 flPPiMake 9 K YOUR $M beautiful Nature intendrd your hair to be beautiful. Wh«a the natural oil which protects and Ifciuirfrrs the hair u.irti. ieot, it most be tupukmrutcil. Otiw- wii« the hair will becoßM dull, dry, a»d britf> il will M rfit at the rnHs and prematurely fall ouf-415 words
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Advertisement328 1918-01-09 2 New shipments constantly arriving Arnotts Biscuits The Famous Milk Arrowroot (Invalid and Baby Food), Butter Cream, Marie, Cabin, Lawn Tennis Soda, Adora Cream Wafers, Creamy Chocolate, Currant Luncheon, Thin Captain, Piain Waferp, Zu Zu Mixed, Sultana, Ooborne, Shredded Wheatmeal, GiDfcer Nuts, Malted Milk and Raspberry Sandwiches. They are DELICIOUS. We328 words
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Article944 1918-01-09 3 CHINATOWN OF THE BRITISH ARMY. A City of Teats. Mr. John Lloyd Balderston contributes the following to the Field This is the story of a trip to the British Anna's Cbicatowa In roo^erirg behind tbr" hnes the observer is struck by the astounding medley of races brought944 words
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Advertisement226 1918-01-09 3 Best Manila Cigars Fautey Tales Royals* ■xoallanta Selected Buds) Kapecialles) Londraa Imperialea) Londns Flno Peffeotos) Petit Bouquet* Army and 4 Navy Prinoss sjasj Lords of England High Life In the Bast Bouquets Coitado Fino Minervaa Neuvo Gortado ■atrellaa Neuvo Habano Reina Mar.i n a Cortado N.P.U. Remit W.otoria Senoritaa Oel—t226 words
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Advertisement840 1918-01-09 3 KiVv a<U#a CHEGNG BEO7EEBS Pmtiite, SS, Bontb Bridge Bead FULL LINE DENTAL SUPPLIES First-clan Mechanical Dentistry, O< Id Crown Bridge Filling and Vulcanite. Duration of Wear Guaranteed. C.'AIiGKS MODBBATB Best Tooth Powders tnd Brutbes for sals /ToTjiTsiaiTTllNEpr^ f COMPLEXION 1 ■ktwairaiMCiiAinj a Ik* i*m im^ W n»»l»i J B Irmw840 words
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Advertisement541 1918-01-09 4 STEAMER 8AIUW6S n/yvk: JAPAN MAIL 8TEAMSHIPC0..LTD. (iMOOkPOBATBD in J*PA») EUROPEAN LINE A smluii ii maintained between Yokohama, via ports, and England under mail ooutraet with the Imperial Japanese Government. The Mew Twin screw Steamers maintaining this servioe have been speoially designed and magfcnmti nl. and are fitted with all the541 words
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Advertisement603 1918-01-09 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. P. O." British India AMD Apcar Line (COMFAKIBS IMOOBPOBATU) Of BnakAMD) MAIL AND PASSENGER SERVICES PENINSULAR AND ORIENTAL S. N Co. (Under ContrMt wltto All Majesty s woverniaeni) The Company's MAIL 8ERVIOCS BAST OP BOMBAY an at ptosenl suspended. The Company's INTBRMBOIATB SKRVIOES TO AND PROM LONDON are603 words
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Advertisement660 1918-01-09 4 3TEAME8 SAILING*. THE SIAM STEAM NAVIGATION CT, LO. (X«ooBPom4ras SiamI. SINGAPORE-BANGKOK. For Kretay, Triiwug, Bisnt, Somerak, Bkoho, Kelaataa, T»b«» BtBgasra, Talupli, Paaarai, Pataai, Siagora, Laooa, Kobsamai, Bandoa, Laagsaea, Gbumpca Kohlak k Bangkok. Du« Departure MAHIDOL Jan. 9, 8 p.m. a*. PRACHATIPOK Jan. 14 Jan- 16, 3 p.m. m.s. ASDANQ Jan.660 words
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Advertisement617 1918-01-09 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. OOMBIMD MKVlOa OP THE MEAN t.t.C8..LTI. (IXOOBPOKATID IH H»9 JJID THE WE8T AUSTRALIA* 8. N. C8.. LTD. (iHOOBPOKATID IN H»«lirD) ■■Twain ■pwmantlo (Parth), MMk.WiM Auatpallan Porti, 4ava and Slnf ,ipor 4. Regular sailings bctweea Sianapore uo Western Australia calling at Jars (as la duoemeat offers), Derby, King'i Sooad617 words
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Advertisement199 1918-01-09 5 BIBBY LINE of fast twin-acr«w Mail Passenger Steamers between Rangoon, Colombo and London, via the Cap* of Good Hop*. The steamers of this line have roomy passenger accommodation and are fitted with all modern conveniences. Passengers trom the Straits can connect at either Rangoon or Colombo. Rates Moderate MEBBRB. BTEEL199 words
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Advertisement536 1918-01-09 5 JONG-KEENA (Black Label) MIXTURE FOR INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL USE. FOR CATTLE AND POULTRY Jong keena is a valuable remedy for all diseases in cattlo and poultry. I his is prepared from the Jong-keena sediment, consequently it is extra strong and most efficacious if administered promptly. Jongkeena never fails to afiord536 words
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Advertisement261 1918-01-09 5 BRUNNER MONO CO., LIMITED. Northwioh, England. DESCENT ■B'H&.GV BRAND MANOFA.CTUREBS OF Bicarbonate of Soda. Soda Ash. Caustic Soda. Carbonate of Ammonia. Sulphate of Ammonia Calcium Chloride. Pure Zinc, Etc. AOENTS, Straits Settlements and K M. S. H. WOLSKEL CO.i LTD.. Singapore and Kuala Lumpur. aSfcKASHOSENKAISH* (laoomroßATsD n Japan) (Otaka Mercantile261 words
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Advertisement25 1918-01-09 5 Ready When Wanted DRUGS AND CHEMICALS LOWEST COM.BTITIVB HOOKS Pop particulars, apply to K. TOMODA CO. Pharmaceutical Chemists High Street TELEGRAMB: TOMODA. SINGAPORE TELEPHONE 224725 words
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Advertisement349 1918-01-09 6 Aerated Water Bottles 7 ci. and 14 or. They have ready stock. gained a high reputation fc among the /fltnV aerated water factories in SAMPLES SiSt and F Mi& may be obtained for their free of charge on application strength and fine quality. G. OTOMUNE GO. BIN6APORE MOST POPULAR INSTRUMENTAL349 words
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Advertisement220 1918-01-09 6 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS. TO BB LET. spacious premises in Orchard Road. Suitable (or motor garage. Apply, 26, Malacca Street. 9 I—B-2 AUCTION BALE Of THRBB MOTOR CARS At oar Saleroom, No. 8, Raffles Place, O» Satcbdat, Janoaey 13, at 11 am 1. One 12/16 b.p., fonr-cylindur, fire-Mater Wolaeley oar, fitted with220 words
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Advertisement344 1918-01-09 6 Consumption One tabloipoonful of Hamoglobin Descbiens in equal to nearly ball a pound of Raw Meat. Raw meat harbours tapeworms and in hot coantrus is likely to be tainted, and is therefore injurious to take. Consumptives treated with Haemoglobin Deschiens gain in weight to the extent of 6J lbs. to344 words
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Article104 1918-01-09 7 FIXTURES. Wednesday, Jannary 9. High Water, 8.86 a.m., 8.84 p.m. Week of Prayer Servioe, Presbyterian Cbaroh. Thursday, January 10. Higb Water, 7.35 a.m., 9.8? p.m. Week of Prayer Serrioe, Garrison Church. Friday, January 1 1 High Water, 8.81 a.m., 10.30 p.m Week of Prayer Service, Cathedral. Church104 words
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Article221 1918-01-09 7 To »at. Oalcntta 3.80 pm Batu Pahat 8-80 pn. Malacca 2.80 p>u P. Swettenbam and Penang 2 80 pm Malacca and Moat 2.80 pm Penang 2-80 pm Palau Soegi 8 pm P. Batam and Pnlaa Balang 8 pm Korimon 8 pm Pnlan Soegi 8 pm Malacca and221 words
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Article297 1918-01-09 7 The b*U trains from Siueapore foi the north leave Tank Road station daily at 7.7 a.m (Sondar exoepted) and 7 pan., arriving at Koala Tiompac at MB p.m. ard 6.45 a.m. respectively the turoogh expresß to Penang le«rdB Koala Ltunpor at 8 a.m. Jail;, arriving at Penaag at297 words
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Article176 1918-01-09 7 EXCHANGE SnoAPORB, January 9, 1918. On London Bank 4 m/s 2/4;, Demand 2/4*, Private 8 m/s 3/4} Om Fkamcb Bank 818 On India Bank T. T. 158} On Hongkong. ..Bank d/d 82}%pm On Shanghai ...Bank d/d 61* On Java. Bank T. T. 120 Om Japan Bank 108176 words
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STOCKS AND SHARES
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Article164 1918-01-09 7 £J5 Bayen Seller,. 10 10 Ampang 6.60 8.00 1 1 Aye* Weng 2.00 2.20 10 10 Kinta Association 6.00 6.60 41 41 Kinta Tin 1.10.0 1.17.6 41 41 Lahat Minea C5O 5.76 10 10. Malayan Collieries 10.00 11.00 41 41 Malayan Tin 1.10.0 1.16.0 bom 10 10 Middleton 10.00164 words
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Article112 1918-01-09 7 vTe| £1 £1 I. BmelttßaCo. 8.00 &25 £1 £1 Piei. 1.1.0 1.8.0 Bleoteie Twayg 4/- 6/ IB 10 Fvmoi Neave 48.00 48.00 60 80 W.HunmM* Co. 74.00 VB.OO 100 100 KaU Bros, Del. pat 120.00 10 10 M»TMUtd A Co. 8.00 41 41 SbeU Tiansport f8.7 8 6.15.0 yTel112 words
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Article54 1918-01-09 7 U»ited Engineers 6% 11,264,600 pa. Singapore Blectrio Tramways 5% 43(0,000 ion B'poreMnnioipal 6% 11,973,000 par Spore Municipal 4}% of 1907 11,003,000 10%dit Spore Moaioipal *i% of 1909 •1,000,000 10%ftii Spore Municipal 4% 2,000,000 10%dia Spore Municipal 4% XBCO.OOO X.M.S. loan 10t« tIS.fW) 000 100.50 101X0 S.S. 0% loan 191654 words
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Article303 1918-01-09 7 Messrs. Fraser and Co.'s and Messrs. Lyall and Evatt's Quotations. To-day's Prioee. Frowst Ly&ll A Co. Kvatt. Alor Gajah (II) 4.20 4.40 4.10 4.30 Amal. Malay fj. pd. 2.84 8.00 2.88 8.00 Ayei Uitam (16) 16.00 16.00 16.00 16.00 Ayer Koning (II) 18) 1.40 1.80 1.46 Ayei303 words
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Advertisement486 1918-01-09 7 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS. GINT. REQUIRES BOARD A LODO ING from Kebroary 1. State term! 4.T.P C/o Struts Time". Oil 12 1 WANTBD HOUSE, furnished or UDfar nished ga»age, tennis ooort early entry. Box No. 6(0, Straits limes. 8 I—lo 1 WUARF CLERK WANTBD, for wb»rf offioe, with experience ot shipping work486 words
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Advertisement296 1918-01-09 7 "GOLD FLAKE" O G OLD FLAKE L p. 4jl K CIGARETTES MADE IN ENGLAND AND SMOKED EVERYWHERE FRASER CHALMERS, LTD. (INCORPORATED IN ENGLAND) EASTERN BRANCH-SINGAPORE ELECTROMAGNETIC SEPARATORS For tin-wolfram and other magnetic ores WE HATE ADDED SBVERAL IMPROVEMENTS TO THB WELL KNOWN AND SUCCESSFUL WETHERILL TYPE UPON WHICH OUR DESIGN296 words
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1221 1918-01-09 8 The Straits Times. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9. HELPING WISELY. There are two rather big questions effect ing the rubber industry before the public at present, and they are both, of course, connect ed with the war. The first is in reference to the Rubber Lands (Alienation) Ordinances, the second is the1,221 words
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Article24 1918-01-09 8 We are a-ked to warn tho pablio that counterfeiter*) seem to bo attempting to circulate a laryu number of counterfeit tS notes at present.24 words
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Article50 1918-01-09 8 Ths list of winning numbers in the Bangkok Lottery published in the Bangkok papers shows that another number hold in Singapore won a prize in addition to those telegraphed by our correspondent. Ticket No. *****, held by Mr. S. H. Mobamed, ship chandler, of Rattles Quay, won Ticala 202 50.50 words
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Article48 1918-01-09 8 A new company has been registered in Melbourne to take over the Deebook Dredg ing No Liability No. 1 Dredge now operating at Ronpibcn. The new company's name is Ronpibon Extended No Liability. Following are the particulars of last month's output: Cubio yards 41,000; boars 452; picals 810.48 words
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Article55 1918-01-09 8 The Straits Chinese Reading Club will open a new session on Monday next in the CCA. Hall, 186, Prinsc-p Street, at 8 p.m The Rev. W. Murray, M.A., and Mr. Song Ong Siang, M.A.. LL.M will be glad to rective both old and new members for enrolment. The subscription is55 words
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Article72 1918-01-09 8 According to the medical evidence in a trial at the Assizes yesterday, one of the injuries sustained by a man who was attacked by a would-be murderer armed with a parang was the severance of the jugular vein. In summing up the Chief Justice remarked that another of his early72 words
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Article88 1918-01-09 8 A course of 6 practical lessons in cookery will be given at the Y.W.C.A., 8, Fort Canning Road, by Mrs. Nicholson. The lessons will start on Thursday afternoon, February 7, from 4.45 to 6.45 p.m., and will be held weekly for mx consecutive Thursdays. Amongst the subjects treated will be88 words
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Article88 1918-01-09 8 Chan Siew Yin, a Chinese woman who is charged with the murder of her seven year old step-son, was again brought up in the third police court yesterday and farther remanded for a week. It is alleged that in a lit of temper accused threw the child over the verandah88 words
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Article97 1918-01-09 8 A supplement to the F.M.S. Government Gazette states that in exercise of the powers in that behalf upon them severally conferred by section 20 (b) of "The Customs Regulations Enactments, 1907." the Residents of Perak, Selangor, N'tgri Sembilan and Pabang, each in respect of the exportation of goods despatolu d97 words
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Article129 1918-01-09 8 Messrs. Sarkiea Brothers bave hit upon a capital idea in inaugurating a Thursday afternoon tea in the tea garden and in the lounge of Raffles Hotel, The ne..enterprise should be warmly encouraged by the public of both sexes who often find the hours between 4.80 and dinner time hauf heavily.129 words
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Article152 1918-01-09 8 Says the London and China Express Mr. A. L. E. G&stmann, late president of both High Courts of Justice of Netherlands India, ban passed aw*y at the age of 63 years. The drcoased was a Knight in the Order of the NftberlandH Lion, and Officer in the Order of Oranje-Nassaa.152 words
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Article197 1918-01-09 8 In the King's Bench Division, before Mr. tJustico Bailhache, the case was recently opened of the China Mutual Steam Navigation Co., Ltd.. v. Sir Joseph Maclay, Bt. sayu the London and China Express. The plaint. II i were toe owners of the British sttamnhip Keeman, which was managed by Alfred197 words
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Article439 1918-01-09 8 Mr P. J. Hall, of the Eastern Smelting Co., has quite recovered from his recent attack of fever. From the Malay Mail Mr. W. W. Douglas shortly leaving tor Bast Africa. Mr. J. T. Donald, of tho Eastern Smelting Co., is leaving for Home this month. Tho439 words
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Article24 1918-01-09 8 We have to acknowledge 1300 for On* Day Fund from the staff of Galang Beaai Rubber Plantations, per Mr. C. Brook.24 words
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91 1918-01-09 8 We very gratefully acknowledge the following additions to oar fund for assisting the Overseas Clnb to provide smokes for on* boldiers and sailors Collected by Mrs. E. D. Butler, Malacca $10 Mrs. Butler very kindly promises to make a monthly collection for the fond91 words
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Article159 1918-01-09 8 Mrs. Yenning Thomas writiß from Bombay My haßband went straight ilt to Mesopotamia soon after our arrival in Bombay, and has been stationed at Basra. I have very cheery letters from him. Ho is extremely bu'-y and has very little t-paro time- bat is very159 words
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Article202 1918-01-09 8 It is sound policy not to look a gift horse in the mouth," and (.100,000 will be welcome to the lied Cross Society. All the same, it rather jirs on one's sense ot fitness to find a Balavia Our Day Lottery being run on a purely202 words
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Advertisement154 1918-01-09 8 rone? steel cabinets FOR SULKY BOOKS No. 721. HH I njyjj] Fitted with one to ten roller shelves adjustable every half inch, and fireproof collapsible curtain. ON SHOW AT 14a, COLLYER QUAY BB^^9 RONEO LTD.. SINGAPORE (Incorporated in England) t^ FURNISHING SPECIALISTS i% Furniture to Only best seasoned any design154 words
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Advertisement232 1918-01-09 8 PERFECT CONTINUITY OF GOOD PICTUREB ALWAYS TO BE SEEN AT THE ALHAMBRA The Hall far Muiie Tht Pioneer and Premier Houu The Houu ot Quality Beach Road. IN TUB SBCO.SU SHOW AT S 16 Metro Pictures Corporation presents Harold Lockwood and May Allison in The MASKED RIOEft In five naola232 words
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Article2297 1918-01-09 9 SIR DOUGLAS HAIG REPORTS. Progress on Western Front. Effects of the Russian Collapse. ItaUTlß's TILEGkAXB. London .'an lary 8 7.30 a.m. The Gazette contain* a despatch from Field-Marshal Haig si -P. OOO words covering the operations during i 917, except Carnbrtu. It explains that a conference ot the2,297 words
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Article167 1918-01-09 9 Handicaps for the First Day's Events. (From Oub Own Corresponmnt.) Penang, January 8. Following are the handicaps for the first day's racing at Penang First race Black Prince 10.9, Oh La La 10.7, Idunno 10.4, Bonnety Bob 9.4, Royal Plume 9.4, Good Omen 8.10, Floradora 8.7, Rumania 8.7,167 words
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Article208 1918-01-09 9 Children's Grand Fete. The following are amounts collected (Ist List) at the Children's Grand Fete Hua Kiow Girls School Variety Stall I .•,178 95 Nan Yavg Girl School 1,805 13 Chung Hoa Girl School 740.21 Tuan Mong Boyt- School 738 45 Toh Nam Boys School208 words
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Article1102 1918-01-09 9 STORY OF A BOGUS INSURANCE POLICY. A Strange Case. At the Assizes yesterday afternoon the trial of Sarmadi on a charge of attempted murder was concluded and a unanimous verdict of guilty was returned. Accused was Ljployed on a rubber estate at the sixth mile, Serpngoon Road, and1,102 words
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Article460 1918-01-09 9 The weekly meeting of the Itent Apriss ment Board wan held y ■•«tonl:;y afternoon. The President, the Hon. Mr. C. J. Sdunilt-rs, was in the chair, and the other members present were Messrs. H. Carpruatl, M. Meyer, A. M. S. Angallia, Oaw Kliek Khiam and S. Tomlinson.460 words
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Article110 1918-01-09 9 The following sums are gratefully acknowledged Already received 114,159.61 W. M. Blake (per A. W. Still). 25 Mrs. Robson 10 Scott (2nd) Id Manasseh (chairs 110) 20 Maw (10th) (chairs 18) 48 Latex 15 S. B. Archdeacon 100 F. Johnston (per A. W. Still)...110 words
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Article269 1918-01-09 9 A correnpon lent informs as that a rumonr is current that on Jannaiy 27, there will bu a flood in Singapore. The water will rise up to 22 feet and the strict lamps will nut be lighted in the ni^ht." U tbe first part of that prophecy269 words
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Article113 1918-01-09 9 For thu period from January 11 to January 17, inclusive, the value of the bight*', grade of robber is fixed at two »hillin^a and sixpence farthing per Ib., and Urn duty on cultivated rubber on which export duty is leviable on an ad valorem basix in113 words
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Article19 1918-01-09 9 Mr W. E. Mvi, Headmaster of the Bog lisb Chinese School at Seiuarang, ia oo a visit to Penfcog.19 words
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Article2719 1918-01-09 10 GERMAN PUNS FOR THE NEXT WAR. Freytag's Deductions." The Times' correspondent formerly la Berlin wrote recently On September 34 a short account, derived from a German review, was given in The Times ol a small book called Deductions from the World War," which had just been published by2,719 words
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Article60 1918-01-09 10 To-day's Business. Maephail and Co.'a daily report Silver.— Unchanged 45 1/8. Hongkong.— Unchanged 8/0] 88% pm. Shanghai.— Unchanged 4/5 51|. Tin.— Buyers 112*4, no sellers. (London £274.) Rubber. Tbe auction opened with a fair demand. No. 1 sheet at »105 and No. 1 crepe •107. Robber shares60 words
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Article144 1918-01-09 10 The wedding of Miss Margaret Hoisington, Bister of Mr. H. Hoisington of the AngloChinese School, to Mr. George Chinniab Proctor of Messrs. Harper and Co., Klang, took place at tbe Wesleyan Cburcb, on Monday, at 4.80 p.m., when tbe Rev. Mr. Maxwell, assisted by tbe Rev. Mr. Abraham,144 words
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Article99 1918-01-09 10 Some censors are human. In a letter home to bis wife, a man serving with tbe R.N.A.S. complained that for some reason tbe rum ration in his particular part of the line bad been stopped, with the result that tbe men suffered keenly from tbe trying weather.99 words
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Article28 1918-01-09 10 The monthly medals at the Garrison Golf Club will be played for as follows Ladies' bogey, Thursday, 10th mat. Men's medal, Saturday and Sunday, 12th and 18th.28 words
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Article145 1918-01-09 10 Tbe funeral took place at Plymouth on November 9, of Lieut George A. Lee, R.N.R., of Alexandra-road, Mutley. The deceased officer was born at St. Ive, near Liakeard, in 1851, and served as apprentice in the old famous Black Ball Line ot clippers, sailing from Liverpool to China. In doe145 words
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Article957 1918-01-09 10 A South China Form 01 Gambling. The Filipinos bare their cock fights tbe Japanese their singing insect contests the Spaniards their bull fights the soldiers in France indulge themselves in turtle racing when off duty tbe Hindus delight themselves with training the cobra to perform tbe continental Caucasian,957 words
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Article125 1918-01-09 10 Captain Rider Lancelot Haggard, Eastern Ontario Regiment, killed on October 80, was the son of Major and Mrs. E. Arthur Haggard, of 26, Pelham Crescent, and nephew ot Sir Rider Haggard, and of Baroness d'Anethan, the widow ot the late Belgian Minister in Japan. After leaving Wellington College, where he125 words
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Article1452 1918-01-09 10 WHERE THE IMPOSSIBLE IS POSSIBLE. In Russia To-day. Mr. Vladimir Krjmoff, oue of the proprietors of the Petrograd Norojre Yreiuya, (New Time) and well known aa a Russian publicist, wrote the following article for the New York World Daring the latter part of last Fabrnary, when it1,452 words
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180 1918-01-09 10 December List Previously acknowledged 138,567.02, Mesdames Parbary $8, liurkill (six months) 18.40, Pringle 11, Payne 13, Tomlin (Nov. and Dec.) 16, 8. Tomlinson l. r >, A. P. Williams »1, Peterkin 11, A. S. Snooker 15, C. H. Gunn 12, J. A. Webster (Nov. and180 words
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Article162 1918-01-09 10 Vice Admiral F. C. Tudor Tudor, C.8., promoted Vice Admiral from October 28, had held that acting rank for some time, says tbe London and China Express. It may be recalled that seven months ago, when far reaching changes were made at the Admiralty, it was officially intimated162 words
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Article72 1918-01-09 10 Tbe following promo-ions and appointments appear in M.S.V.R. Orders for January To be Sergeants— Cpls. Ferrers, C. R, and Sherar, R.C. To be 1.«e.- Sergeants Cpla. Dakeyne, O. P., and Mackenzie, U. J. To be Corporals— Loa-Cnls. Hickson, O. H Mills, G.R., Leyne, E.G., Twiss, FIl., Oliver, E N.W and72 words
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Advertisement102 1918-01-09 10 PUBLIC NOTICE PARAGRAPHS. Latest advertisements of tbe day appear on pages 8 and 7. The programme at tbe Empire Cinema tonight consists ol a Gold Seal film, Forty-four Calibre Mystery, and further instalments ot tbe Diamond from the Sky and tbe Great Secret, two episodes each. The Palladium's new programme102 words
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Letter94 1918-01-09 11 To the Editor of tbe Straits Time*. Sir, I understand tbat a certain Bombay i merchant in Singapore is selling the Kedah Lottery tickets at a profit of 60 per cent, i. c., 1.60 a ticket instead of 11. He is thus making a profit of more percentage94 words
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Letter97 1918-01-09 11 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir,— l am glad that Mr Milne has, in your issue of 6th instant, gone to some trouble to explain the entire disinterestedness and staunch patriotism of tLi Rubber Growers' Association. Will Mr. Milne, whom I take it is a97 words
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610 1918-01-09 11 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir,— With reference to the articles which recently have appeared in your paper concerning tbe above club, might I beg your correspondents and also readers to kindly assist to bring this matter to a close As a member610 words
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45 1918-01-09 11 Then will be no drills daring January, 1918. Amdmw Aonbw, Officer Commanding t ml Guard. Singapore, January 8, 1918. Sergeant Major GiU (c/o United Bngi ■ears) will be glad to receive the asoal monthly snbscriptioM to Overseas Clnb Tobacco Fund.45 words
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Article71 1918-01-09 11 At a meeting cl the Council of the Royal Colonial Institute, held on November 6, Sir Cbarlts Loca*. K C.8.. X.C.M G., in the ebair, )5» Fellow* and Associates were fleeted, among them being Sir Montagu C. Turner, and the following from the FeJeratt.l Mala; states Mr. Percy F. S.71 words
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Article765 1918-01-09 11 By Cyril Brown in New York World. London and Berlin are to-day world war antipodes, morally and physically poles apart, affording a fascinating comparative study for a correspondent who is enjoying tbe privilege of being the only former Berlin correspondent to reach London since Ameri oa's entry765 words
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Article234 1918-01-09 11 There Las been great activity in tbe shipment o( wolfram ore from Sooth China through Hongkong in the past few months, and present indications are that the export will asaome very important proportions. Because of war restrictions and other oonditions most of tbe ore heretofore exported has234 words
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Advertisement347 1918-01-09 11 "His Master's Gramophones i AND Records Send us your name and address and we will mail you latest lists 8. MOUTRIE CO., LTD. (Incorporated in Hongkong) Ruffle. Place AUCTION SALE Of teak household furniture, cottage pianos by John Brinsmead and Sons, new wax polished teak standard and arm chairs, t347 words
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Advertisement63 1918-01-09 11 Get a HarleyDavidson THEN you 11 know the incomparable joy that comes to him who can go anywhere, any time, either at a loitering pace or with the speed of the wind— «t wilt Yonr Harley-Davidson will open to you a new world of recreation Come ta and 1«t at63 words
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Advertisement324 1918-01-09 11 BAFFLES HOTEL AFTERNOON TEAS Will be serve 1 in the hotel lonnpe and on the lawn every Thursday, from 4.30 pm. MUSIC IN ATTENDANCE ALSO Cinema Show on the lawn, especially for children, at 6.30 p.m. (weather permitting) SEA VIEW HOTEL -=i music on the lawn DURING by the sea324 words
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Article1615 1918-01-09 12 MOST STRIKING EVIDENCE YET PRODUCED. Remarkable Cross-Correspondence. A rirrotr v KL cross-correspondence," aneffed by the members of the The Society for 1 xychica! Research;*) be tbe most convincing testimony yet advanced from any quarter of the continuation of conscious personality after death, is given in tbe proceedings1,615 words
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Article531 1918-01-09 12 Light on Imperial Diplomatic Methods. The No-, th- German Gazette has been publishing the telegrams exchanged between tbe Kaiser and the ex Tsar in 1904 and 1906, apparently to show that recent revelations were somawbat onesided. The following letter from the Kaiser to the Imperial Chancellor, is531 words
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Article902 1918-01-09 12 Danish Public Opinion and The Blockade. The Copenhagen correspondent of the Times gives an interesting account of the difficulties caused in Denmark by tbe Entente blockade, and tbe effect it is having on tbe minds of the people. He says At the beginning of tbe war a people902 words
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Article204 1918-01-09 12 The first forecast of tbe Indigo crop, based upon reports received from tbe six provinces winch contain practically tbe whole area under indigo in British India, shows that tbe total area sown is estimated at 617,100 acres, which is virtually tbe same as tbe revised estimste at tbe204 words
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Article855 1918-01-09 12 Should Pool Brains as well As Honour. Lovat Fraser writes in tbe Daily Mail: It was always certain that we were not going to get through this war without suffering farther occasional big reverses. Tbe defeat of the Italian army is a big reverse for all the855 words
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Article179 1918-01-09 12 Sir A. Geddes's Warning to His Officials. Sir Auckland Geddes, Minister of National Service, has been giving good advice to bis officials Whether the words that have to be said are pleasant or unpleasant to the hearer, whether tbry be of praise or of rebuke, courtesy and179 words
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Advertisement246 1918-01-09 12 Fresh Pure Creamery BUTTER Always obtainable in 1-lb. and Y 2 -\b. pats The whole of the dairying industry of Australia is under strict Government inspection and all fresh butter imported by us is certified as first-grade by Australian Government certificate SINGAPORE GOLD STORAGE COMPANY. LIMITED (Incorporated in Straits Settlements)246 words
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Article1103 1918-01-09 13 THE IDEAL OF THE SULTAN 01 EGYPT. Firm Believer in British Connection In tbe Times memoir of the late Sultan of Egypt, it is said that Hussein Kamel, the second son of Ismail Pasha, was born al Cairo on December 30, 1858. From bit earliest days1,103 words
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Advertisement125 1918-01-09 13 r VALUES That are worth attention TO-DAY WHITEAWAV'S, LADIES WHITE VOILE BLOUSES &k\ *S\* newest designs in large "^^J^.^ j\ Prlce > 2 «75 TARANTULLE The Dew Lingerie fabric, cow bo much used, 40 inches wide, in three qualities. f Standard $0.85 per yard. Fine 1.00 Jj Superfine 1.15 LADIES125 words
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Advertisement305 1918-01-09 13 ON A LINER, A YACHT, MOTOR BOAT, A CHANNEL STEAMER, A COASTER or A TRADER MOTHERSILLS SLASICK REMEDY is guaranteed to prevent and cure Sea Sickness, or money refunded. Equally effectm (or Train Sickness. '^StfS&e^^Kr I has been tested on the English Channel, Irish and Baltic Seas by representatives of305 words
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Advertisement19 1918-01-09 13 1 HIGH m CLASS PATENT CANVAS BAGS for packing RUBBER A3IS4KA, 496, North Bridge R »*d t— «i ii19 words
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Advertisement1663 1918-01-09 14 Wab or Pxaok. Famink or Pljbntt. Lin Insurance ib worth 100 cxntb on the dollars WHAT OTHER PBOPEBTY IB? THE GREAT EASTERN LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY, LIMITED. (lacoBPeaATBD i> Bnun Sirruannrtß) HWAO OFFICE i Winoneete* Hoy*S, SlntfapOM. UWDOM OFFIOBi SB, Old Jewry, B.C. The Company has sUO.OOO deporited with the Supreme1,663 words
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Advertisement447 1918-01-09 14 BAWKINB. THE YBKOKAHA SPECIE BANK, LIMITED (iMMßraiAfiD n Jatui). m. 1.. a.kaa>lha4 1 1 1 111 Ml H|nw a mbsotibm *^^^»i^ww IMIIII NW I* TUMIttl kWiH fawa m I 11.1M.1N Preaulsai J, btun, Dm. Vloe-Preaideat, T. Yiuuwi B*a. DIKIOTOBS. J. I»»0r», But, T. Yabuiawa, Bsq. N. Boma, Beg. M. ODAaimi,447 words
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Advertisement868 1918-01-09 14 INSURANCE. ORIENTAL LIFE ASSURANCE CO., LTD. Inuuuu 18T4. Imoobpobatbo im India. 66,849 ASSURANCES now In foroe for 873,623,348.14 ASSETS Mo<«d 831 ,800,000.00 LOWEST BATES of PREMIUM. LIBERAL CONDITIONS. 4 PROSPECTUS wii: be sent on application to F. P. JOBBPH, Acting Branch Seoretary, 37, The Arcado. Sinmipm. THE CHINA MUTUAL LIFE868 words
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Article702 1918-01-09 15 NOTES AND COMMENTS ON CURRENT TOPICS. Petrol Restrictions in France. According to a report recently issued by the French Ministry of Ravitaillement (Supplies), the restrictions imposed on the consumption of petrol in Franco in April last have resulted in it being possible to conserve a stock equal702 words
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Article142 1918-01-09 15 Ci-rtain mr-mbcrN of Parliament have made public protest aKainst the action of certain other members wbo have served their country in this war beyond the required routine and have refused to accept extra payment, says the Montreal Star. Such action is incomprehensible to the142 words
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Article61 1918-01-09 15 Each at her post we women stand Mine is the saier, easier part And jet there is an iron bund iii Liivy round my hbart For her, the weary nurse who spent Those last dear momenta at his side. The woman who in pity bent And61 words
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Advertisement108 1918-01-09 15 Motors CCPPn Engines are made by the largest marine rtnnU engine plant i* the world Popular Prices 3-h n Sin le cylinder, complete °n P" ready for installation $500 c.v n Twin-cylinder, complete w Mipt ready for installation 750 lO. tin 4 cylinder, complete ready v ii.|#. for installation !#TO108 words
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Advertisement102 1918-01-09 15 THERE IS HO GUESSWORK ABOUT DUNLOP >dSS v Every Dunlop feature is MMtU^*^T W Mf~\ V~3 proved to be right before i Jv kl "S adoption. *->.>w9l^ B m t 'J^ MM f «ESiL ROAD TESTS, Dunlop \v^^BfB9lnp\ tyres are backed by experi- fP^^M| Wr ence < brains, and constant102 words
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Advertisement1039 1918-01-09 16 A. B. MACKAY S Q THE ORIGINAL 111 LIQUEUR WHISKY. As supplied to both Houses af /■M M B L r^BgV Parliament lyi OBTAINABLE FROM ALL |ipPP^| FIRST-CLASS DEALERS fi^mmi gilfillan L^fjrtJ AND COMPANY. LIMITED R ;II C (Incorporated in England) Singapore Penang and Malacca. SITUATIONS VACANT. A > HINB3B1,039 words
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Advertisement586 1918-01-09 16 WANTED TO BUY Seoond-hand Chinete or European household furniture of every description (big or small lots). Good prices offered. Apply to SECOND HAND, c/o Straits Times. IB JAPANEBE MASSAGE TtM Spaoiallat AT HOME OR FOR CALL FROM I A.M TO 10 P.M. Miss TAMEY, 51, Bras Basah Road. 6 I—4-3586 words
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Advertisement331 1918-01-09 16 KIAM KIAT&Go. 108 109. MARKET BTREET JUST RECEIVED Dietz Reliable Hurricane Lamps PRICE REASONABLE. THE LATEST AND Eonly UROPEAN STUDIO in Singapore II CONDUCTED If H. N. BUCKERIDGE Late of Massrs. Lafayatta, photojrapheri to thsir Majeitiet. AT THE BURLINGTON 1 00 pasM north of ths adslphi Hotsl BUN BEE AND331 words
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Advertisement290 1918-01-09 16 TAYGUANKIAT 36. PHILLIP STREET SINGAPORE NOW LOOK HERE Firewood liß one of the chief factors in your kitchen. You will want it, so try at the above address or 'phone Office No*. 1361, 136S and 1363. RESIDENCES 87, Tank Road No. 1460 Sonnyaide, Oaylang... 1 073 87-4, Tanjong Katong Rd.290 words
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Advertisement247 1918-01-09 16 FIRST-GLASS CARS-HIRE DAY AND NIGHT 'Phone 1233 We have numerous enquiries for second hand cars from our clients in the Straits and F.M.S. If yon wish to buy any, consult us we will be able to fulfil your needs! When you intend to sell, oonsult as, we shall fetch a247 words
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Miscellaneous262 1918-01-09 16 Straits Wimes. TELEPHONES Editorial and General... 68 Manager's Omoe 111? Job Printing Offloe 1144 AU communications selating to editorial matters and news should be addressed to THE EDITOR. All oommonicationn relating to bnsinose matters— advertfeements, snberiptiona, accounts, printing, etc. should be addressed to THE MANAGER. Cheques and money aiders should262 words
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