The Straits Times, 15 March 1923
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Title Section13 1923-03-15 1 The Straits Times No. 27,200 SINGAPORE, THURSDAY, MARCH 15, 1923, PRICE 10 CENTS,13 words
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Advertisement143 1923-03-15 1 L-W-T'C^y n 1 1 M > \9 BKBBBBBBBBfIBfIBBfIBfIBBBBBBBBBBBBB BHBB>BfIaSBBBBBBBBBIfIaBIBBBBB-*****8-8888-B__BB-BBXB3-BBEEB 8 a A WELL-KNOWN DOCTOR HAS RECENTLY SAID DRINK MORE GOOD MILK g ALWAYS ASK FOR The Old Original Genuine Swiss Milk I s TBAM MARK S i i And so Be Sure that Yon have the Best Obtainable g i143 words
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Advertisement5 1923-03-15 1 I VTl >^-fc-^RyB-P_iy ''OtST'.uv -!-___^_75 words
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Article1365 1923-03-15 2 Alternative to Deferred Rebate System. In their final report, just issued, the Imperial Shipping Committee recommend that as an alternative 'to the deferred rebati' system, shippers should be given the opt-on of adop'inp the agreement system, and that they should form representative associations for each trade route for1,365 words
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Advertisement623 1923-03-15 2 eJ— '.'S^ti\fSsnK "O til jhi I mini Cluo wittnevcropponunity t C 1 it durtric tht U»t Iwomontl t.«nd OQ l I \m mfk puddinp it b ipiendid." Plenty of pure unadulterated milk! There is milk in India, for you, for everybody. Milk in any quantity, as fresh and purr and623 words
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Advertisement200 1923-03-15 2 Powder and Perfume With Cuticura Talcum An exquisitely scsntf J, antiseptic powder. Gives quick relief to sunburned or irritated skins, overcomes J heavy perspiration, and imparts a delicate, lasting fragrer.ee, leaving the skin sweet and whol-some. (M>lr,Tal<mla.M.OlitiMatli 34 udlitl Sold throairhoue the Fmr.rp MriH hllepot T s»wUrT loiiilM .»I.Chtrttrlicci«Pq..Loi>J»o J200 words
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Advertisement206 1923-03-15 2 TO SOLID TYRE CONSUMERS. Continental SOLID BAND TYRES have the Approval of I^orry Owners BECAUSE— They furnish the Cushioning so Essential for Truck Economy. Their Lonp Wearing Quality makes them the CHEAPEST SOLID TYRES IN THE WORLD. The Correct Fitting of Solid Tyres IS ALSO OF VITAL IMPORTANCE. We have206 words
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Article754 1923-03-15 3 Memorabe Voyage in a Native Boat. The following article is contributed to the British North Borneo Herald The R«'v. L. V. Finster, recently appointed Superintendent of the Malaysian Si-venih Day Adwtllt Mission, had a %cry living experience on his first visit to Borneo. While in Manila attending754 words
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Article16 1923-03-15 3 Another simple task in bookkeeping is k.;-ping the credit side of the ledger sifter v Wfcr.16 words
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359 1923-03-15 3 If You suffer With IrdigeKlion is the St»r> .if Mr. Henry Potter, Cured By l»r. WILLIAMS' IMXK I*ll.l S.. Here It is. Famous fyv over thirty years as a specific for dijtestiv* troubles. Dr. Williums' I'ink Pills arc no new and unproven remedy,359 words
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Advertisement706 1923-03-15 3 FOR PRINCES A\T> RICH MEN ONLY. THE ROYAL YAKUT. (\NANG VILAS.) Tkls fakati of life-giving nectar ha. been prepared from the best, choicest and richest vegetable drugs. It has a wonderful property of increasing the virile power and testifies all urinary disorders. Iv fact. It makes BWn a man. This706 words
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Advertisement672 1923-03-15 3 NOTICE IN THE ESTATE OF HENRY JEFFREY ROBERTS, DECEASED Pursuant to Section 25 of Ordinance No. 144 (Trustees). NOTICE is herehy given that all persons having any claims or demands against the estate of Henry Jeffrey Roberts, deceased, who died at Kelantan, on August 2, 1922, and to whose estate672 words
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Advertisement229 1923-03-15 3 IT IS ADMITTED SQUIB'S MANGE LOTION is the BEST remedy for all skin troubles of the Dog. READ WHAT USERS SAY Singapore, October 7, 1922. Dear Sirs, We have much pleasure in adding our testimony to the great value, of your mange lotion. We have found it a harmless and229 words
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Advertisement141 1923-03-15 3 ICY HOT BOTTLES 8 GUARAHTEED TO KEEP LIQUIDS Cold for 2 Days g|| Hot for 24 Hours |H Pint size $4 and $5 Quart size $6 and $7 Obtainable at MAYNARD CO., LTD. 16, BATTERY ROAD, SINGAPORE. I/ CntFb/V nMl^\V^^}^g^#l f CHEAP AND BEST SURE TO SATISFY CONSUMERS. 1 Sold141 words
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Advertisement810 1923-03-15 4 STEAMER SftltlHßS P. 0.-Biitish India «a Apear Line (Companies Incorporated in England) MAIL AND PASSENGER AND CARGO SERVICES PENINSULA AND ORIENTAL S. N. CO. (Under Contract with His Majesty's Government) LONDON FAR-EASTEKN SERVICE FROM LONDON TO MARSEILLES, LONDON ANTWERP Due Singapore Leave Singapore KARMALA about Mar. 18 KASHMIR about Mar.810 words
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Advertisement666 1923-03-15 4 STEAMER SAILINGS THE OCEAN STEAM SHIP CO., LIMITED. THE CHINA MUTUAL STEAM NAY. CO., LTD. (Incorporated in England) The Blue Funnel Line Regular Service to LONDON, AMSTERDAM, ROTTERDAM, ANTWERP, HAMBURG AND 1 KEMEN'. GENOA, MARSEILLES, LIVERPOOL AND GLASGOW. MARSEILLES, HAVRE, LIVKKI'OOL AND GLASGOW. BOSTON AND NEW YORK. Taking cargo on666 words
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Advertisement733 1923-03-15 4 STEAMER SAILINGS KOKINKLYKE PAKETVAART MAATSCHAPPIJ (KOVU. PACKET NAVIGATION CO, OP BATAVIA) (Incorporated in Holland) CmiEK CONTRACT WITH THE NETHERLAND3 INDIA COVEBWKXKT. Telovhoae No». Paaaage Dept. 131, Fright Dept.l2o2, Marine Dci>L and Transhipment Dept. 1437, Manager's DrpU 1003. VAN RIEBEECK- March 15, Penang, Lho-Seumawe, Sigli, Oelee-Lheue, Sabang, MeuUboh, Tapa-Toean, Sinabang, Banjaak-islands,733 words
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Advertisement539 1923-03-15 5 STEAMER SAH-IHIS N.Y.K. LONDON LINFI Hakone Maru Mar. 20 6uwa Maru Apr. 3 LIVERPOOL L'KE Tsushima Maru Mar. It Lyons Maru mid. Apr. HAMBURG L'VS Lima Maru mid. Apr. .Mutsumoto Han end Apr. NEW YORK LINE wia SUEZ SOUTH AMEBJCAN LINE Kanagswa Mara Apr. tl BOMBAY IJNB Nasaa* Muru Mar-539 words
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Advertisement424 1923-03-15 5 STEAMER SARJNBS O.S.K. Proposed Sailing, from Singapore (subject to change without previous notice.) EUROPEAN LINE For Maneillee, London, Hamburg, Rotterdam, Antwerp, via Colombo, Snex and Port Said. Arr. Dep. LONDON MARU Mar. 15 Mar. 17 PARIS MARU Apr. 12 Apr. 18 NEW YORK LINE For San Francisco, Panama, New York,424 words
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Advertisement690 1923-03-15 5 STEAMER SAILINGS STOOMVAART MAATSGHAPPY "NEDERLANi" CNKDERLAND STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY.) HOLLAND EAST ASIA LINE (sf the United Netherlands Navigation Company.) HOLLAND AND HAMBURG FREIGHT SERVICE. The above Lines give FREQUENT regular sailings to ROTTERDAM and AMSTERDAM and MONTHLY sailings to HAMBURG direct and to BREMEN, DANZIG, K3NIGS3ERGEN, EMDEN, STETTIN in transit.690 words
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Advertisement671 1923-03-15 5 STEAMER SAILINGS THE OCEAN STEAM SHIP CO., LIMITED. THE CHINA MUTUAL STEAM NAY. CO., LTD. AND ELLERMAN BUCKNALL STEAM SHIP CO., LTD. (AMERICAN AND MANCHURIAN LINE). (Incorporated in England) JOINT SERVICE to BOSTON and NEW YORK via SUEZ or PANAMA. FROM NEW YORK Steamer. Dne Spore Route For t CITY671 words
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Advertisement504 1923-03-15 8 CINEMAS MARYBOROUGH Wednesday, March 14 to Tuesday, March 20, 1923. In the Second Show at 9 p.m. Paramount Present THOMAS MLKiHAN in 5 Parts The Easy Road Paramount Presents ENID BENNETT in 3 Parts. Silk Hosiery SHE LOVE IN PLENTY A 2 Reels Amusing MacSennett ComcJy. In the First Show504 words
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Advertisement610 1923-03-15 8 CINEMAS EMPIRE CINEMA In the Second Show at 9.30 Willi.im Fox presents the World Famous star in a bis New York, London and Paris stage success. PEARL WHITE in 7 Reels THE THIEF A dramatic story that touches every heme where woman übidvs. Showing hew men will sacrifice honour for610 words
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Advertisement153 1923-03-15 8 -i i 1923 MODEL I The new Dodge Car is better value than ever as in addition to the general efficiency so long associated with Dodge Cars, there are vast improvements in the bodywork, the hood is of an improved type, Cord tyres of a larger s>~e are fitted all153 words
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Article202 1923-03-15 7 KIXTI'RCS. liiurnday. Marrh II 'I k Water, n.m., 10.22 p.m. Licensing Justie*! Flrit I'njr', 2.30 p.m. St. Andr .tirch Mission, St. A. Sch., :..::i) p.m. Ihil. Orchestra, Mem. Hall, 6.15. llaTrr.han Troubadotna, Vie. Theatre. lecture, C.CA. Hall, Prinsep St., 8 p.m. Friday, March Hi High Wafer, 10.10202 words
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Article210 1923-03-15 7 VESSELS AT THE DOCKS. East Wharf Basin— Nil. East Wharf hllcnga. Sheers harf Van Overstratcn. Main Whan Stafnn, 1 ais.ing, ftaanaai Circe, K Empire DotU Kurclia, Edavanu, Honolulu Mara, ii Ue.-i Wharl Kaala, Kelantan, Klang. Jardine Wharf— Nil. I'ulo ISrani ,1 Wharf— Nil. Krjipcl Harboor. Main Wharf Dre.li'210 words
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Article209 1923-03-15 7 To-day. Pulau Samba 2JO p.m. Penang, Hangoon and Calcutta 3 p.m I'atu Bahat 3 p.m Rdal u<ljh:ic. BtßCkalta, Labc?an BUik, Taadjaac Balei and Medan 8 p.m Fontianak 4 p.m Malacca and Muar ..4 p.m Pulau Galang 4 p.m Sibu 4 p.m Kola Tinggi ..4 p.m Friday Batavia,209 words
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57 1923-03-15 7 DAILY PRICES CURRENT. 12. noon March 15, 1923. Tone of the market. Steady. Latest London cables quote Spot sheet Is. 49id. Pale Crepe Closing Prices Buyers. Sellers. Spot April-June July-Sept Oct-Dec Spot April-June July-Sept Oct-Dec Bibbed Smoked Sheet Closing Prices. Bayers. Seller*. 58Vi 5957 words
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STOCKS AND SHARES.
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Article201 1923-03-15 7 Issue Val. Pd. Buyers. Sellers. 1 1 Batanjf I'adang 0.47»i 0.50 1 1 HiUm T.in IXO 1.55 1 1 Jelantoh 0.20 0.30 norn 1 1 Johan Tin 0.50 0.60 U £1 Kam. Kamunting 2.6.0 2.6.C cd. 10 10 Kinta Assn. 7.50 8.00 5 Uacui Tin 5.10 5..'!0 TO 10201 words
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Article142 1923-03-15 7 Val. I'd. Buyers. Sellers. £1 £1 Br. Am. Tobacco 4.6.0 4.9.0 10 10 Central Engines 9.00 9.50 10 10 Central Motors 4.25 4.75 £1 £1 E. Snv.lting Co. 7.G0 7.90 >/- 5/- Elec. Tramwayi 1/- 2/-n<wn 10 10 Frasi-r Neave 05.00 35.50 cd. 50 CO Hammer and Co. 130142 words
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Article116 1923-03-15 7 U. Enjr. G p.c. $1, 234,300 par 5 p.c. p.m. 3'pore Electric Tramways, 5 p.c. i 30,000 nom. 3'porc Municipal 5 p.c. $1,878,000 par. Spore Municipal 4!& p.c. of 1907 $1,000,000 5 p.c. dis. Spore Municipal 44 p.c. of 1909 $1,600,500 5 p.c. dis. Spore Municipal 4 'a p.c.116 words
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Article395 1923-03-15 7 Fraacr and Co. and Lyall and Evatt'i Quotation. To-day's Prices. Fraser Lyall A Co. Evatt. Alleilby New ($1) 1.15 1.25 1.15 1.25 Alor Gajah ($1) 1.40 1.C5 1.40 1.60 A. Hitsm ($5) 12.50 14.00 12.50 13.50 A. Kuning ($1) 0.70 0.80 0.65 0.75 Am. Malay ($2) 2.25 2.50395 words
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Advertisement150 1923-03-15 7 THE PARKER DUOFOLD PEN The Dunfold's the only pen. That's ri-.illi worth its weight in gold. You try ?ll other makes, and then The Duofold. Ita very handsome fine and bold. Twill suit ten people out of ten. The iniddte-.i(cd. the young and old. Nn matter how, no matter when.150 words
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Advertisement1016 1923-03-15 7 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS Other Classified Advts., see page 16. 10 "ER CENT. CASH DISCOUNT on all Liqueur, except D.O.U. Benedictine, Pepperii. int and Cherry Brandy. 11. Bolter, Direct Importer, Kurope Hotel Building. HI.ACK OLIVES, very hest quality at Vnt taia Brothers, High Street. (Ipi i'OR SALE, Douglas motor cycle. t% h.p.,1,016 words
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Advertisement68 1923-03-15 7 New Stock of rr— m D'ORSAY'S y^glgpr WELL-KNOWN FRENCH PERFUMES f f The Best flavours in the finest Cut Crystal Bottles. From $1.60 to $30. SHECIAL PRICES FOR WHOLESALE FRENCH CUT CRYSTAL 3MBJF DECANTERS, BOWLS, VASES, TOILET SETS AND TABLE SETS. DIAMONDS AND ALL KINDS OF PRECIOUS STONES i^a^^ria^aTl SETTINGS68 words
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Advertisement957 1923-03-15 7 NOTICE is hereby given that the above Trade Mark U used liy the Oriental K:;port Company, Limited, for refined Jelutong manufactured by them I<> the secret process kr.own only to Mr. Tol; Hone Kinn, the Marairer of th" Oriental fxport Company, l.til. AND NOTICE is hereby further given that legal957 words
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250 1923-03-15 8 It does not, in the least, surprise us tt find that Mr. Winston Churchill has to make a spirited defence of Restriction, or that the House of Commons Commercial Committee has been reviewing the subject, or that a number of American traders250 words
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Article56 1923-03-15 8 Messrs. Derrick and Co., inform us that the report and accounts of Ulu Benut Con-| solidated Rubber Co., Ltd., which we pub-, iished the other day were printed on rub-] ber latex paper by Messrs. Fraser and i Neave, Ltd. They are the first accounts! to be printed in this56 words
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Article55 1923-03-15 8 Under the auspices of the Chinese Association Mr. A. W. Still will give a lecture to-morrow, at 8.15 p.m. at the Drill Hall of the Anglo-Chinese School, Colemar. Street. His subject will be The Growth of Modern Nations with special reference to China's Problems. Mr. Song Ong Siang will preside.55 words
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Article8 1923-03-15 8 P.ampah Coconut Estate harvested] 147,200 coconuts last month.8 words
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Article18 1923-03-15 8 H.M.S. Bluebell left Hongkong on March 10 and is on the way to Singapore via Labuan and Sarawak.18 words
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Article20 1923-03-15 8 The annual social and business meeting of the Presbyterian Church will be h;ld in Tomlinson Hall to-morrow evening at 8.45.20 words
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Article26 1923-03-15 8 The District Grand Master of the Eastern Archipelago, Mr. W. F. Nutt, 0.8. E., will visit Lodge Royal Prince of Wales a, an emergency meeting to-day.26 words
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Article21 1923-03-15 8 The Depaitincnt of Commerce at Washington, announces that the Tientsin-l'u-BOW Railway has purchased five complete railway trains in the United States.21 words
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Article30 1923-03-15 8 A Port Dickson tigrr is said to have claimed a fourth victim, in this case a Cninese labourer, a timber cuter who worked in the jungle near St. Leonard's Estate.30 words
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Article34 1923-03-15 8 The rate of issue of money onlt n for India and Ceylon to-day is Rs. 172 to $100. Tho rat? of payment of money orders from India and Ctylon is Rs. 177 to $100.*34 words
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Article32 1923-03-15 8 Since it was constituted little more thar. two yeara ago the Imperial Bank of India has established as many as 3(5 new branches, while arrangements to open several more are in progress.32 words
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Article31 1923-03-15 8 There was a blizzard on February Li in the North Midlands, giving further six inches of snow. Traffic was disorganised and many sheep and lambs were killed. Buxton enjoyed Alpine sports.31 words
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Article32 1923-03-15 8 The P. and O. steamer Kaiser I TTlnd. on arrival at Plymouth, reported tha' Captain MadrwOM had mys'eriousiy disappeared a few hours after the ship left Gibraltar and had presumably fallen overboard.32 words
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Article41 1923-03-15 8 The absence of either rain or snow, to 3ny great degric, in the northern and eastern provinces cf China, i^ causing considerable apprehension, lest the early crops be ruined from tirought, and the country one? again become on victim of famine.41 words
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Article50 1923-03-15 8 The Mercantile Bank of In lia, Ltd have received advice by telegraph from their head office that a final dividend of 8 per cent, less income tax has been declared, making 10 per cent, for the year. The sum of fjO.OOi) is carried to reserve and i' 152,100 carried forward.50 words
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Article41 1923-03-15 8 Cambridge University Fenate passed, on March :i. without opposition ordinances for granting degrees to wor.ien who will be permitted to attend lectures and laboratories on the same conditions as men students. Oxford I niversity has recently granted similar privileges in women.41 words
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Article49 1923-03-15 8 Grave trouble is reported from Thursday Island between the Japanese employees and '.he Pearl Fishing Fleet owners. Efforts for an amiiable settlement have failed and an outbreak of violence is feared. It is reported n a Sydney message that armed Japanese are demonstrating in the streets of Port Kennedy.49 words
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Article58 1923-03-15 8 Two thousand bull-frogs are reported *o have been brought to Japan from San Francisco by the Korea Maru. They arc to bo used for breeding purposes. It inol stated whether an enlarged supply of frogs is desired for musical entertainment or for culinary purposes, but it can hardly je the58 words
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Article48 1923-03-15 8 According tc- a Peking message of March 8, K is reported that 1,203 gendarmerie have been removed from Tsmgtao to Fengtze where (hey are making themselves objectionable' by entering restaurants and demanding food and drink, sometimes at the point cf the pistol, resulting in Japanese businesses remaining closed.48 words
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Article56 1923-03-15 8 The hearing of the appeal of Lee Siew Pu, Ihe second defendant appcUant in the mining partnership case from Bentonjr, was concluded at Kuala Lumpur, on Tuesday, after occupying the attention of the Ccurt six days. The appeal was dismissed, and the original judgment of Sir Lionel Woodward was upheld56 words
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Article67 1923-03-15 8 Louis F. Swift, the Chicago packer, sailed from San Francisco, on February 20, incognito on the Shinyo Maru. When Mr. Swift was recognised he said thai he was going to Honolulu. It is rumoured that the head of the great parking firm will meet Chang Tso-lin at Mukden to arrange67 words
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Article76 1923-03-15 8 Mr. Ueta Kasuku, a professor at the Applied Chemistry Department of the Kanazawa Higher Technical School, is reported by the Osaka Asahi as having succeeded in obtaining a new sort of [tannin from peculiar tree found in the I neighbourhood of the Ydlu. This tree I seems to He a76 words
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Article67 1923-03-15 8 During the past few weeks there has been considerable volcanic activity in the bed of the Pacific Ocean. II ooluh) despatches state that Hilo suffered great damage probably £300,000. Wharves and railway bridges were destroyed, and several large liners suffered small damage. The United States-Guam cable was broken, but it67 words
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Article85 1923-03-15 8 The Canadian Chamber of Commerce has called the attention of the Minister of Overseas Trade to the fact that the competition of Siberian salmcn under Japanese auspices, is seriously interfering with the importations of Canadian salmon in the British market, especially as the containers are neither marked nor branded with85 words
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Article421 1923-03-15 8 Mr T. M. Hussey leaves for home on April 24. Mr. R. L. Braddell returned from homo ye: ti rday. On March 3, Lord Seaforth of Brahan died at home. He was great grandson of Lord Seaforth, who raised the t'ir> and second battalions of the Beaforth421 words
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Article41 1923-03-15 8 There will be a Church Parade for (he Scottish Company, S.V.C. on Sunday, March 2.1. Parade at Victoria Memorial Hall at 4.45 p.m. Dress Glengarry, jacket, belt and side-anus (no pouch), kilt, sporran, diced hose-tops, half-put-tees, black boots.41 words
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Article263 1923-03-15 8 This morning, Mr. P. A. F. David, the First Magistrate, had a gordkui knot v cut in the shape of a film cue. The manager of the Empire Theatre was charged with exhibiting a barm.'d film for three nights in February last. Thr 61m, Rio263 words
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Article213 1923-03-15 8 We are glad, very (dad, that a moat kindly response has been made by a few of our readers to Lord Weardale's appeal on behalf of Britain's Save the Children Fund. In the wide area covered by war and revolution the sufferings of little children have213 words
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Advertisement156 1923-03-15 8 REMINGTON I MEANS TYPEWRITER The Remington Typewriter embodies all the labour saving improvements which science has devised. Prices now Reduced Illustrations and particulars on application to JOHN UTTLE CO., LTD. (Incorporated in England) SINGAPORE AND KUALA LUMPUR. >- —^^-^^^»^j THE CHRONHODOGRAPH I FOR MOTOR LORRIES, MOTOR CARS, etc. RECORDS (a)156 words
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Advertisement190 1923-03-15 8 ALHAMBRA ANNE OF THE LITTLE SMOKY (Wlnefred Wcntover) 5 pts. 5 pts. DON'T SHOOT (Herbert Rawlinaon) 6 pti. 6 pts. Universal Serial THE SECRET FOUR (Eddie Polo) Episodes 5 and 6. 4 reels. (Firm Show) MARLBOROUGH THE EASY ROAD (Thomas Meighan) 6 pts. 5 pts. SILK HOSIERY (Enid Bennett) 5190 words
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Article718 1923-03-15 9 Conditions of Evacuating Ruhr. Reuter's Service. London, March 14. Brussels It is authoritatively stated that the Ruhr could not be used as a guarantee for security but only as a means of exerting pressure for repara- 1 tions and in the event of obstinate I resistance «s718 words
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Article374 1923-03-15 9 The Transport of Troops By Airship. Renter's Service. London, March 11. In the House of Commons, S'r S. J. G. Jloare, introducing the Air estimates, laid rtress on the success of the independent j air command in Iraq which showed that hundreds of troops could be rapidly transported374 words
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Article81 1923-03-15 9 Eeuter's Service. London, March 14. Lord Kylsant, formerly Sir Owen Philipps, presiding at the meeting of th? King Line, referred to, the superfluous number of cargo ships, declaring that the j world docs not require them for some years. A number of vessels had been broken81 words
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Article55 1923-03-15 9 Reutkr's Service. London, March 14. Melbourne Mr. Bowden, the Federal Minister for DofawO, says that tho establishment of a naval base at Singapore, capable of dealing with modern battleships, would make a great difference in the necessity for providing large sums for the defence of the western55 words
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Article40 1923-03-15 9 Rxuter's Service. London, March 14. Four prisoners at Drumboe Castle, Stranorlar, the heaelquarters of the National army in County Donegal, were executed this morning. It is stated tl. y shouted Up the Republic whilst facing the firing party.40 words
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Article61 1923-03-15 9 Reuter's Service. London, March 14. Hclsingfcrs A message from Moscow states that a bulletin regarding Lenin reports signs of paralysis in his right side. London, March 14. Helsingfors The Government of Japan have proposed negotiations for a JapaneseFinnish commercial treaty. London, March 14. Paris The Ambassadors' Conference has announced61 words
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Article137 1923-03-15 9 Reuter's Service. London, March 14. Washington The Administration has plainly intimated that it is not willing to reduce its claim of $250,000,000 for the upkeep of American forces on the Rhine. It is pointed out that the United States never claimed any general reparations and ought not137 words
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Article40 1923-03-15 9 Reuier's Service. London, March 14. Paris A bulletin states that the Marquess of Crcwe's temperature is normal and the condition of his hoart has noticeably improved. The patient is still weak but the prognosis is more favourable.40 words
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Article41 1923-03-15 9 Reuter's Service. London, March 14. A Hague message states that it is announced that the Royal Holland Lloyd j will be liquidated and reorganised nnd carried on by the Holland Amerika Line and the Lecfeld Goudriaan Mueller Company.41 words
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Article193 1923-03-15 9 The Adequacy of the Punishment' Provided. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Penang, March 14. At the Assizes, before Mr. Justice Sprou'ic, in the rubber coupon forger;; case, Mr. Tambyah, who appeared for the accused, advised his clients to plentT guilty to having manufactured rubber cx-j port coupons without193 words
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Article157 1923-03-15 9 (From Our Own Corresponelent.) Penan?, March 11. i The Hon. Mr. W. H. Thome, presiding at the fifth annual general meeting of the Bassett Rubber Co., moveel the adop- 1 tion of the report and accounts and said that restriction was a matter of high t finance157 words
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Article106 1923-03-15 9 (By Courtesy of the Nichi-Nichi Shimbun.) j Tokio, March 13. i As regards the notification to Japan to repeal the Twenty-one Demands, Japan is expected to reply to-morrow. It is announced that the Suzuki Shoti-n, < one of the biggest firms in Japan, is to be recognised106 words
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Article1137 1923-03-15 9 Eintan, Tnpah and Malakoff Companies. The fourth report by the directors of Bintan Estates, Ltd., for the twelve months ended September 30, 1922, states that there still remain 55 debentures of Bintan Plantations, Ltd., to be surrendered for fully paid shares in Bintan Estates, Ltd. The area1,137 words
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Article390 1923-03-15 9 Manufacturers Disposed To Bid. The 594 th auction of the Singapore Chamber of Commerce Rubber Association was held yesterday, when there WM catalogued 1,243,461 lbs. or 555.12 tons. Offered 717,840 lbs. or 320.47 tons. Sold 603,366 lbs. or 269.36 tons. PRICES REALISED. L'don Is. 4',id. N. York390 words
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Article169 1923-03-15 9 Another Enthusiastic Reception At Theatre. There was another large and enthusiastic audience to greet the Hawaiian Troubadours at the Victoria Theatre last night. At times the applause was insistent, and some idea of the delight of the hearers over the show was retlejted by the number of re-calls169 words
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Article209 1923-03-15 9 Action taken at a meeting of committee No. 3, held on March 9, included the following Decided to adhere to the former decisicn to carry cut the lightest possible road construction for Shanghai Road. Fountain near Singapore Club. Decided not to remove the fountain at present, but to209 words
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Article1231 1923-03-15 9 Important Ruling Upon Point Of Construction. In the absence of Mr. Ju^t.ico Barrett- Lennard, his judgment in an important case, which has attracted considerable attention among the Chinese community, was read in the Supreme Court, yesterday morning, by Mr. Cocker, Deputy Registrar. The parties to the case were1,231 words
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Article361 1923-03-15 10 Memorial Tablet Unveiled at Kuala Lumpur. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Kuala Lumpur, March 14. The Hon. Mr. W. George Maxwell, .M.<;.. Chief Secretary to Government, unveiled the bronze tablet erected at St. Mary's Church in memory of the late Dobree Butler this evening in the pres.nce361 words
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Article313 1923-03-15 10 a The Armed Robbery Terror In Colony. The eaaa in which two Chinese, Si Boon Van tnd Ho Tack Chuan, stood charged with committing armed robbery in St. Michae-I'.s Road on January 23 of this year e-ame to a conclusion before the Chief Justice 1 Sir Walter Shaw,313 words
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Article67 1923-03-15 10 Popular Pearl White will open to-night at the Empire Cinema in the big William Fox production The Thief, based on Henri Bemateia'l greatest piay. Its seven reels are full of mystery. A five reel drama, Afraid to Fight, with Frank Mayo, is also in the same programme. Two67 words
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Article69 1923-03-15 10 The ti: t '"iier-distance electric power undertaking in Japa/i is planned by a company whirh will develop the aaweee i.f water power Bear Toyaau on the n rta Ma t and distribute the tiumu ovim- a wn!i area, it is expected that the lines \v;ll come as far as the69 words
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Article297 1923-03-15 10 S.C.C. TENNIS TOURNAMENT. j Owing to rain no play was possible yesterday in the S.C.C. Lawn Tennis Tournament. TO-DAY'S TIES. Newcomers' Handicap. Major Spring v. Corkill. Stevens v. Zimmerman. Storay v. Glaccoc. Cot Haseldine v. Osbourne, to finish. Col. Haseldine or Osbourne v. Holmes. Championship Pairs.297 words
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Article24 1923-03-15 10 I Entries for the Governor's Cup, to be Y played for on Sunday, March 18, closo, jen Saturday, March 17. I24 words
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Article63 1923-03-15 10 The 250-up billiards tournament of the i Persenangan Stia Club for Manjoor Sahib, Abdul Hair.id, and Khairuddin's cup, be-| tween Lieut. H. Abas and H. Manjoor Sahib, was held on the club table on Mon- day at 8 p.m. The scores were Lieut, j H. Aba? 250, H. Manjoor63 words
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Article151 1923-03-15 10 The Japanese interpreter's case was 1 again before- the District Judg? yesterday tnd Koide, the accused man, continued bis evidence. He related the facts of his alieged ill-treatment by the detective at the time of his arrest and also said that when was taken to the General151 words
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Article36 1923-03-15 10 The Tongkah Compound No. 2— "Hours run 505, yardage treated 61,953 cubic yards, output 397 picul Talam Mines.— Piculs 440. Ting Kil Tin Mines.— Plant, pis. 152.72, tribute, pis. 21.28, total pis. 174.36 words
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Article111 1923-03-15 10 1 1 It was 300 years ago last month that i Sir Thomas Warner established his littfe settlement at St. Kitts, and the inhabii tants of this nick-named island have decided, says the Daily Chronicle, to levy toll upon philatelists to pay for their memorial.111 words
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Article52 1923-03-15 10 Brigadier Sir Owen Thomas has died. .He was chief officer, Life Saving Apparatus at Sea, under the Board of Trade for over thirty years, raised and commanded the Prince of Wales Light Horse I in the South African War and raised 10 service battalions Royal Welsh Fusiliers in North Wales52 words
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Article54 1923-03-15 10 i Wearncs offer at 9 with buyers at a little l>t low. Kastci n Snieltt-rs have sellers at Loans.— S. S. r.i_. per evnt. 1918 102--l IM, S. S. ".>•<! per cent. IMS Conversion i 102.50-103.50, S. S. 7 per cent. 1921 106.50--':ni7.:,o. s. s and F If. S. Victory54 words
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Article101 1923-03-15 10 Macphail and Co.'s Report. Singapore, March 1">. Rubbers.— London Is. 4 r S>d. Local 58»... lin.— London £22/1 15s. Local $116% (C2f> :ons seW). Share Market.— Quiet. Rubbers. —Practically no enquiry. Tins.— "Saipinirs 9"<-l. Norths 1.30--1.35. cum dividend. Souths 1.15-1.20. Ulu Tiahs 1.82 l i-1.87Vi. Hitams 1.52Vi-l-57'a101 words
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Article94 1923-03-15 10 Singapore, March 15. Tin.— £224 15s. HllA%, 225 ton* Rubbers.— Nothing doing. Mines.— Collieries 19.75-20.25, Potalings 80-85, N:.wng Pets 1.57 J /j-1.65, Titis 3.75-4, K-.mponrs 44j. 6d.-465., Souths 1.17,2-1.22,4, Norths 1.30-1.35, Mambaus »0-95, Linguis 5.80-6.40. Rawangs 1.30--1.36, Murais 4.25-4.50, Johans 58-62, Ulu Piahs 1.87^-1.92%, Paeiang Plandoks94 words
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Article419 1923-03-15 10 Messrs. Frnscr and Co., Ltd.'s weekly report dated March 11, states In spite of the continued advance in the prices of tin which to-day touched £23-1.10 the local share market still remains quiet, and although quotations in most cases show improvements over the i week419 words
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370 1923-03-15 10 i Messrs. Macphail and Co., Ltd.'s weekly report dated March 1 states Business during the week has been con- 1 fined almost entirely to tin and industrial shares. Rabber3 have attracted little attention. The London price of the commodity is a little easier at Is.370 words
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Letter165 1923-03-15 10 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir,—Your correspondent Franc-Breton is rather talking through the Hat that comes off for France and is apparently j more Franc than Breton. It would seem; by the latest press news that civilisation' and barbarianism have changed places ami, it would165 words
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Letter172 1923-03-15 10 To the Editor of the Straits Times-. Sir, After all what is said and done re the housing problem and the rent restric-i tion ordinance, don't you think it only, fair that the Government through the Rural Board, should permit poor and middle class people who can afford it172 words
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Letter1799 1923-03-15 10 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, I request space in your paper for the following remarks and suggestions with regard to The Planters' Association j of Malaya. At the time of my arrival in the F.M.S. i in 18U7, th? area under1,799 words
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Article2170 1923-03-15 10 Favourites for Aintree And The Derby. By Our Special Correspondent. London, February 15. The fim returns of club betting on the Spring Handicaps appeared during the past week, and it cannot be said that they were either illuminating or that th?y carried any conviction. Apparently, however, it i-2,170 words
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Article483 1923-03-15 11 Mrs. Kindersley Entertained At Kajang;. On Saturday at the Kajang school hall the Weekly Children's Working Party eutertained Mrs. R. C. M. Kindersley to tea on the eve of her departure for Europe. Mrs. Kindersley arrived in the company of the Hon. Mr. C. Ritchie, the Hon. Mr.483 words
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Article119 1923-03-15 11 Drills for the Week Ending March 17. Thursday, 15th.— 5 p.m. Drill Hall, S. R. A. (V.), section gun drill. 5 p.m. M, G. Platoon, Vickers gun training. 5.10 p.m., A. Co., Lewis gun and bombing. 5 p.m.. C. Co., extended order drill. Friday, 16th.— 5 p.m.,119 words
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Article79 1923-03-15 11 An official estimate of the population of Sydney, Australia's Front Door, is recorded as 1,050,000. The area covered by this intimate includes outer suburbs. The metropolitan population totalled 718,000. l.uililinKS erected in 1914 totalled 10,54G and in 1922 the total was 9,084. Evidence of the increased cost79 words
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Advertisement141 1923-03-15 11 THE NAME THAT ESTABLISHES CONFIDENCE "His Master's Voice" Every article that carries the World-famous "DOG CHOP" is the result of years of practical experience and when you purchase a Gramophone or Record bearing this trade mark you know you have the best; Come in and let us demonstrate this to141 words
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Advertisement274 1923-03-15 11 UJiff^£S HOTEL Telephone 2920. (ID Lines.) SINGAPORE. The Finest Ballroom in the Eait. THURSDAY Guest Night, Dinner Dance EDGAR HIM. LAND, at the piano. SARKIES BROTHERS, Proprietor., SEAVIEW HOTEL, KRIDAY, MARCH lfi, ItK.II TIDE 10.10 a.m. Special Dinner and Dance Dinner served on th« lawn. IROSVENOR HOTEL c..,,.,,, lrf SINGAPORE.274 words
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Article965 1923-03-15 12 Calcutta Firms and Income Tax. Sir Basil Blackett, the Finance Member, nuiMlltwd the Budget for 1923-24 in the Indian Legislative Assembly, on March 1. The following are salient points from the address Under Customs a total net revenue of 4.Vj crores was budgeted for in 1922-23. It965 words
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Article13 1923-03-15 12 Oil hasn't done much for troubled waun in the cat* of Urn D«rciaa«Uas.13 words
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Advertisement405 1923-03-15 12 imttel Series Cold Coast j^ -W^W Sot a thirst on the coast that >■ r Kl. j^%7JMv "Amstel" won't quench. \^^w^^:y i'MtW' In hot and trying climates there is no I; !Ci|=^ fc^'^i oeverage like "Amstel" tor really \*> J*V£J/.^ f:£sf quenching the thirst. i K-T;i§ Having those rare qualities405 words
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Advertisement288 1923-03-15 12 HAIPHONG /^S^k DRAGON \OJ/ CEMENT Supplied to the Spore Municipality, Government of Johore, Malacca Municipality, F M.S. Railways and all leading architects and contractors. DUPIRE BROS. Bole Agents, Singapore. SPERRY'S PURE ROLLED OATS t^^^wjp^j Quality cereal used in every home. Obtainable at all Grocery Stores 4^^? SOLE IMPORTERS: Katz Brothers.288 words
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Advertisement1631 1923-03-15 13 SALES BY AUCTION A good opportunity for sound and profitable investment in land and house properties not to be missed by enterprising capitalists. ESTATE OF SHAIK ABOOBAKER BIN MOHAMED LAJAM, DECEASED IMPORTANT FOUR DAYS 9 AUCTION SALE of very valuable freehold and leasehold Singapore Town properties At Messrs. Cheong: Koon1,631 words
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Advertisement1052 1923-03-15 13 SALES BY AUCTION IMPORTANT AUCTION SALE OF VALUABLE RUBBER ESTATE, ETC. IN JOHORE IN THE SUPREME COURT AT JOHORE BAHRU, JOHORE. Miscellaneous Suit No. 37 of 1922. K. B. Sod* of Johore Bahrn Charge* Against Tay Keng Bock and Lim Geok Sim, Reman, Johor* Caargon Lot (1). All that valuable1,052 words
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Advertisement306 1923-03-15 13 SALES BY AUCTION PRELIMINARY NOTICE IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STRAITS SETTLEMENTS SETTLEMENT OK SINGAPORE. IN THE ESTATE OF GRACE DALMEIDA, DECEASED Originating Summons No. 134 of 1921, between ALFRED DALMEIDA M Plaintif and F. C. D'ALMEIDA, B. JOHANNES and IDA JOHANNES Defendant* The undersigned have been instructed to306 words
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Advertisement217 1923-03-15 14 Hellesen's Dry Cells TYPE 11, No. 4. "BUTLER" 1£ and 4J Volts. For telephones, bells and general purposes. Invented in 1887, they arrived at their present high state and world-wide popularity after various improvements (protected) were made in 1895. Durable for years if used properly, their special feature being LONG217 words
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Advertisement1182 1923-03-15 14 ■m««mraB«WM«MMBlHM«P»«glH*""""""""^^ Aamts aver $5,000,000 S.C. Asmara 1m fore* »ver 117,000,860, I The Great Eastern Life Assurance Co., Ltd. I (Incorporated la Itralta 5.tt1.05.a:..) 7 XKAD OmCX Winchester Hous«, SUgapor*. LONDON ONICX s U, Old 'awry. «.C. Tha Compaay kas CO.OOO deposited vita the Supreme Court of Eaglaad aad complies with1,182 words
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Advertisement603 1923-03-15 14 BAKING NEDERLANDCHB HANDEL-MAATSCHAPPt NETHERLANDS TRADING SOCIITY (Eatabliaked 1824.) paid-dp Capital n. ao.oco.tos ut.»i ■yMMW) STATUTOEY JUCSERVI FUND Fl. 18,44»^11.10 (akeal «1,620,iM) iZTRAOKDINABT St-SEBVi; n. tS,MO,OM (akeat HMM) HEAD OFFICE IN AMSTERDAM HEAD AGENCY IN BATAVIA. BRANCHLS Penang, Hoagkons;, Baaaa> hai, Kobe, Kangooa, Soerabtya, Sstaaravg, Weltevreden, Bandoeng (Java), Ckeribon, Tegal, Pecalonffan,603 words
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Article790 1923-03-15 15 Mr. Justice Darling's Critical Survey. An interesting and humorous account of the institution and development of the Courts of Justice was given by Mr. Justice Darling in a lecture to members of the Working Men's College, in East London. General Sir F. Maurice presided. The Courts of790 words
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Advertisement150 1923-03-15 15 Just Arrived m 7 PASSENGER TOURING CAR. PRICE GREATLY REDUCED Making the 1923 Model HUDSON undoubtedly the best proposition at present offered in the automobile market. A Limited Number Only Available. Further particulars and demonstration on application to Malayan Motors A, B and C, AMBER MA NSIONS, ORCHARD ROAD. i.150 words
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Advertisement736 1923-03-15 15 Model 1923 The new shipment of these cars has NOW arrived and demonstration runs can be arranged for at any time. All cars fitted with detachable wire wheels, and can be interchanged in a few minutes the annoyance of long delays in case of puncture is thus removed. REMEMBER. Every736 words
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Advertisement348 1923-03-15 16 TO LET Immediate entry. A large compound bungalow, with 4 bedrooms, at 1507, Joo Chiat Place, area 81,200 square feet. APPLY 35, PHILLIP STREET. SEE N. LAZARUS OPTICIAN MEDICAL HALL BATTER/ ROAD FIRST NOTICE Mr. Tan Chwee Lye has left our firm and we admit no responsibility for contracts or348 words
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Advertisement536 1923-03-15 16 A MATCH IS GOOD AND SAFE WHEN 1. It strikes EASILY. 2. And burns SLOWLY. BAD AND DANGEROUS WHEN 1. It has to be hammered HARD. 2. And ignites FIERCELY with an explosion. Try CROCODILE BRAND (chop Buayah which is GOOD and SAFE, being manufactured under the supervision of an536 words
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Advertisement1771 1923-03-15 16 CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS i The PREPAID charges for Wants, For Sale, To Let, etc., in ordinary close set type (average six words to line) are per line one insertion 28 cents, two ins. 46 cts., three ins. 64 cts., four ins. 82 ets., five ins. $1.00, six ins. $1.13, ten ins.1,771 words
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Advertisement876 1923-03-15 16 OFFICES AND GODOWNS TO LET, Godowns Nos. 82 and 83, Robertson Quay. Apply to Meyer Brotocrs. TO LKT, top floor, *****, Jap»n Street, suitable for offices. Please apply on the premises. OFFICES TO LET, Ist and 2nd floor, 38. Robinson Road. Apply Nanyang Brothers Tobacca Co., Ltd., 181, South Bridge876 words
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Advertisement243 1923-03-15 16 INOXYDIUM Is the trade mark of the perfect washable and hygienic H.P. corset with rustless fittings. Model Parisian Gowns for day and evening wear. The most elegant and durable silk hosiery bears the Phoenix brand. PRINCESS GfiR&ENTS GO. 4, RAFFLES CHAMBERS, (Opposite Roliinton's) Hours 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. PHOTOGRAPHS243 words
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Miscellaneous199 1923-03-15 16 THE STRAITS TIMES TILEPHONK8 1 Editorial and Ganaral m Manager's Office 17 Ml communications relating to editonsl matters and news ahould be addressed to THE EDITOR. All communications relating to business matters— advertisements, subscriptions, accounts, printing, etc., should be addressed to THE MANAGER. ADVERTISEMENT RATES. A'ants, For Sale, To Let,199 words
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