The Straits Times, 20 February 1924
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Title Section13 1924-02-20 1 The Straits Times No. 27,486. SINGAPORE, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 1924. PRICE 10 CENTS.13 words
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Advertisement50 1924-02-20 1 _J Sole Agents for ■tt < > juV jw jc'3 riiy^lßß j&B "RfiDiHs \jhmb| ■38iniL ysT^t^ The All-Steel Bicycle MW/? £r*@L B B I Bna B^h ifiniT I B^m W Bom I m //■y/''' t/VM/AWJ-v*' ON |#^^^^^»m PARTS REQUEST STOCKED BUILT ON GRACEFUL LINES TRADE MARK ROBINSON CO., LTD. (Incorporated50 words
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Article454 1924-02-20 2 WILL THEY EVER COME OUT The Problem of Insane Criminals. There is probably no place in Great Britain which inspires more interest of a morbid kind, and about which so little is known, as the great building which crowns the hill above Wellington Collate. tfroacinuoi, the criminal lunatic atflum, is454 words
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Article231 1924-02-20 2 Blue-Eyed Girl us a City Merchant. That stronghold of City masculine autocracy, Mincing Lane, has been invaded by a blue-eyed girl. She is Miss Constance Wilkings, and has offices in Cross-lane, E.C. She deals in Colonial produce, and specialijes in spices. As there is a rigid regulation231 words
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Article198 1924-02-20 2 Mr. Oscar Asche has invented a cooker, and has taken out the patent right*. He has made much money as an actor, and he hopes to make more by reason of his invention. Here is the testimonial from a prominent stockbroker to whom be lent his contraption198 words
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Article52 1924-02-20 2 The verger was showing an American visitor over the ancient church treat many people sleep within tht-se wails.", he said, solemnly, pointing to the inscription-covered floor. Is that so tcirarki-d the i.-iu.r. SaiTw way s*K in ciur country. Why don't you get a more interesting preacher, one with dome punch52 words
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Advertisement243 1924-02-20 2 W Ask for MO VA DO'S IH-kt. Gold Platinum FW llr V :1 Hand Diamond Watches. BH y> <~:I| 3 Every description of N at RENE ULLMANN, L] Ltt 1. ili K h Btl—t Uir-cl ImpurUT. SIMiAPDKE. A, Pork Sausages Made Fresh Daily, from Prime Dairy Fed Pork, under Hygienic243 words
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Advertisement224 1924-02-20 2 I eL-pold Jg YOTR SKIN* AND 3 COMPLEXION f M K MB, It n!ie.ni."y r«mOTM /«~^S I* BECTH«M SON (•<'_ STUFFY GOLDS Mothers, why allow "snuffles" and stuffy wheezy breathing to distress your babies when quick relief follows the use of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy It checks the development of a224 words
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Advertisement117 1924-02-20 2 Milk Stout WILL DO YOU GOOD. THE HOP LEAF IS A Sign of Excellence Obtainable from all High Class Dealers. Also at JOHORE and MALACCA. The Best Tonic in the East. Agents Katz Bros., Ltd. SINGAPORE. Ford ftwnprs f USE W&ITE STAR OIL for your car find avoid spending money117 words
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Article603 1924-02-20 3 The Means to Rear a Healthy Generation. A discovery, the importance of which we feel certain has not yet been sufficiently appreciated, particularly in tropical and sub-tropical countries, is the drying of liquid cow's rrilk into a p-iwder, which en t*-construction with water, not only C ntains all603 words
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Article304 1924-02-20 3 Big International Gang Broken Up. The biggest gang of international burglars which ever operated in Europe has been broken up by the combined offensive of the police of England, Berlin, Thuringen, Holland and Switzerland. Its leartir has been killed and his right hand man is under lock and304 words
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Article91 1924-02-20 3 Ottawa, Broadcast ing throughout Canada of the proceedings of Parliament while in session, radio concerts on Canadian National Railway trains while travelling, together with important news announcements, is brought measurably nearer by the project to establish a powerful Canadian National Railways broadcasting station on the roof of91 words
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Advertisement346 1924-02-20 3 STEAMER SAIUN6S EMPRESS OF CANADA Luxurious accommodation available by the above 20,000 ton, twin-screw, turbine vessel leaving Singapore on April 2. For BATAVIA, MANILA. HONGKONG, SHANGHAI, JAPAN, HONOLULU and VANCOUVER. Tours arranged. For full particulars, apply A. C. HARPER CO., LTD., BOUSTEAD CO., LTD., (Incorporated in the F.M.S.) (Incorporated in346 words
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Advertisement244 1924-02-20 3 NORDDEUTSCHER LLOYD AND HAMBURG-AMERIKA LINE (Companies Incorporated in Germany) The undernoted are Companies' intended iturcs. OUTWARD For Hongkong. Shanghai and Japan. Doe. Singapore OLDENBURG iH.A.I-.i Feb 21 DURKFLINGKR (N.D.L.) Fab. 23 HOMEWARD. Dae Singapore i; lIX INLAND (H.A.L.) beginning Mar. MUN.STKRLAND (HA.L.) Mid. Mar. AAChKN (N.D.L.) Mar. 30 DERPFLINGER (N.D.L.)244 words
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Advertisement276 1924-02-20 3 "NOW THE VERY LIKENESS OF HEALTH." (.nteful Father in Perak Tells How Hla Little Son Was Helped By BABY'S OWN TABLETS. Wherever they n*e tried Baby's Own Tpblets, the Canadian children's remedy give little ones help and pr.rrnts satisfaction. Mr. D. L. M. Haniff. of Messrs. Whiteaway Laidlaw 4 Co.,276 words
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Advertisement601 1924-02-20 3 jJSfgfgff MARINE MOTORS $1,000 SOLE AGENTS UNITED ENGINEERS, LIMITED (Incorporated in the Straits Settlements) SINGAPORE. ESyPTIAN CIGARETTES A| Cv The One Ggareife JIJ I Sold The World ou To be obtain.nl from ROBINSON CO, LTD.. Singapore. JOHN LITTLE CO., LTD, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur. And I'suai Singapore Dealers. 4 <t)601 words
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Advertisement808 1924-02-20 4 STEAMER SAliimS P. 0. British India <""* Apcar Line (Companies Incorporated In England) MAIL AND PASSENGER AND CARGO SERVICES r PENINSULAR AND ORIENTAL S. N. CO. Under Contract with H!; Majesty's Government. LONDON-FAR EASTERN SERVICE OUTWARDS FROM LONDON noMEWARDS FOR CHINA AND JAPAN FOR MARSEILLES, LONDON AND ANTWERP Tonnage Due808 words
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Advertisement728 1924-02-20 4 STEAMER SAsUHCS THE OCEAN STEAMSHIP CO., LIMITED. THE CHINA MUTUAL STEAM NAY. CO., LTD. (Incorporated in England) The Bine Fnnnel Line REGULAR SERVICES TO LONDON, AMSTERDAM, ROTTERDAM, ANTWERP, HAMBURG AND BREMEN. GENOA, MARSEILLES, LIVEKI'OOL AND GLASGOW. MARSEILLES, HAVRE, LIVERPOOL AND GLASGOW. BOSTON AND NEW YORK. Taking cargo on through Bill728 words
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Advertisement722 1924-02-20 4 STEAMER SAILIIUS KONiNKLYKE PAKETVAART MAATSCHAPPIJ (ROYAL PACKET NAVIGATION CO. OF BATAVIA) (Incorporated in Hollonl.l UNDER CONTRACT WITH THE NETHERLANDS INDIA GOVERNMENT. Telephone Nos. Passage Dept. 1.11, Freight Dept.. 120.'. Marine Dept. and Transhipment Dept. 1437. Managers Drpl. 1002. BOELONGAN -February 20. Muntok. Djobo I'.linjoe. Pangkal-Pinang and Koba. COEN Februnry 20,722 words
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Advertisement427 1924-02-20 5 STEAMEti SAILINGS AUSTRALIA DV DURNIT PHILP LINE (Incorporated in Australia) Singapore to Java Ports, Port Darwli Thursday Islnml, Brisbane, Sydney and Mcl boMM via Torres Straits, also with tran (shipment to other Victorian, South Auatra lian and North Queensland Ports, Britisl Now Guinea, New Britain, Tasmania em New Zealand Ports.427 words
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Advertisement321 1924-02-20 5 STEAMER SAILINGS COMBINED SERVICE OF THE OCEAN S.S. CO., LTD. (Incorporated in England) THE WEST AUSTRALIAN S. N. CO., LTD. (Incorporated in England) I Fortnightly Service taking cargo and Passengers from Singapore I BATAVIA AND SOURABAIA NORTH-WEST AUSTRALIA PORTS AND FREMANTLE (PERTH). Approximate Sailings. CHARON Feb. 29 MINDEROO Mar. IS321 words
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Advertisement723 1924-02-20 5 STEAMER SAIUW6S O.S.K. LINE DESTINATIONS. STEAMERS. ARR. DEPT. London. Hamburg, Rotterdam, Antwerp via Aden. I'ort Sudan, Port Said AIUI Mnru Mar M 10 New York ria San Francisco, Panama Atlas Maru from Kobe Mar. 24 Colombo, Durban, Cape Town. Rio Santo*. Montevideo. Bnenos Aires Mexico Mnru Mar. 29 Mar. 31723 words
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Advertisement672 1924-02-20 5 STEAMER SAILINGS "feLLERM AN I INE RI.I.RRMAN A RU'KN U.L STEAMSHIP CO.. LTD. (Incorporate! in England STEAMER. Dee Singapore. I'ASSKNKEK SERVICH HOMEWAKOS. i.i. CITY OF CANTERBURY Murseilles Lomlon Feb. 2*5 ••J. CITY OF YORK Marseilles London April A CITY OF CAIRO Hu eiltai Union April 2:; PASSAGE KATES A Claw672 words
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Advertisement503 1924-02-20 6 CINEMAS EMPIRE CINEMA Tanjonu r'atrar Rond. Telephone No. 1001. man interesting and real Chinese pictures For Three Nights Only From Wmtttmtaj, February 20 to Friday, February 22. In Hie SnmiH Bhaw at 9.10 In the Firat Show at 7.3(1 TEMPLES OF HANGCHOW OAN0 A N E s te J m503 words
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Advertisement190 1924-02-20 6 C!»EMfiS Td.903 PALLADIUM THEATRE Orchard Road. TO-NIGHT at 9.15 at 9.15 BETTY COMPSON and TOM MOORE in $m THE BORDER (Adapted from Sir (;ill>ert Parker's novel Bka in the Triple Chevron. A thrilling afary of Whiaky SmmrKlers and the Canadian Mounted I'olicc. FELIX THE CAT PATHE GAZETTE Tir-t Show 7.30190 words
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Advertisement300 1924-02-20 6 WHITEAWAY'S ITHP wHiTEAWArs 1I I <D LJ-\l\-LJr-\l\^LJ FAMOUS Price $1.00 per yard. THK "WHITELAW" >Hfek< COLOURED BEDSPREAD. |fc^ Good Floral <Icsi(rn Printed on a fW l!-?^^^^.'.?^ Heavy Whi'c Cloth. In Mauvo. C.nin, Il> f^^S"^^ M^*^ Price $3.50 each. WHITEAWAY, LAIDLAW Co., Ltd., nTSSIn TSSl UATTERV BOAD, HNGAPOEK H«M»« .<».»♦» HI4HIHHHH300 words
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Article104 1924-02-20 7 HMIM't WedncadS). February 20 High Water. ii.m.. 11.12 p.m. ward B. I' mail closes. Tharadari Fobmnry 21 Iliifh Water, IMP a.m., 11.41 p.m. Philharmonic Orchestra. Mem. Hall, 6 15 linner, Bingapara < lub l'rld;«>, Fehruary '11 Water. 11. 1H n.m. Mtg., :•■'■■<. S.niur.ia>. relnaar.i 2* irer, n.UI104 words
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Article258 1924-02-20 7 \Vi-.1ii,.-,!ay. Fihn.ary L'O, IRM. Ships alongside (he Wharves or expected to arrive KEI'I'KL HARBOUR. ktnia Ht'harf Knoiliung, I'alembang, Nskoto. Given.-.i,, klagsMt, F.V.S Lighter tt. Oil Wharf Nil. loal Wharf Nil. VESSELS IN DRY DOCK. Vanjong I'asar Wharf Nil. Albert liuck Crane Lighter B, T.J.i: Hoppers 60. lY.i.258 words
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Article194 1924-02-20 7 Te-dsj. Mirl pjM Hi.inrkong, Shanghai and Japan 3 p.m, HaUcca and Muar 8 p.m C.nndjormasin, stmrcn, Kota Baree, Hi. hk Papan, Samarinda, etc. 'A p.m. iata I'anat s p.m. Port Sweltcnham and Pcnang 3 p.m. fort Sweitennam, Fenang and Madras, taking mails for Europe, etc. 'tis Bombay)194 words
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Article38 1924-02-20 7 Tcesta Fattin li.ul I.w.it Khiva P. der McdcriaftdM vn\ aitu. Spore London J>n. 9 F«b. Jan. 14 Feb. 6 Jan. 16 Feb. 11 Jan. 18 Feb. 11 Jan. 21 Feb. 14 Jim. j:: Feb. 1838 words
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Article196 1924-02-20 7 BXCBANGB. y 10. On London, Bank 4 m/s 2/4 7/32 Demand 2/4 US P ivate 1 in. credits 2/4 5/8 York. Demand "'0 1 Private BO d/s 5£M On Fiance, Bank 1100 On India. Bnnk T.T. L 64« On Hongkong, Bank <! <1 li pf. prom. On196 words
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63 1924-02-20 7 Binjfapore Standard Pale Crep«, Cloning Frices. Boyer* Sellera. Singapore Standard Bibbed Smoked Sheet Closing PricM. Buyer*. Seller*. 4C. 1 4(;>a 4 47 •18 -IS", VJ t»*4] Spcit Spot March March April-June April-Jum-July-Sopt. July-September Tone of Market Weak. Latest London cables quote: Spot ihcc" Lt,63 words
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Article219 1924-02-20 7 issue Vu\. IM. Buyer*, fellers. 1 l Bating Padang 0.40 IMS I I Hi. am Tin 1.45 MO 1 1 Jelantoh 0.20 nan 1 1 Johan Tin <>.■!'> Ll Kar.i. Kamnnting 49/6 r>o/C>r >0/C> tl il Kamantinc Tin 89/6 41/0 xd. 10 i'l Kinta As.-n. Ord. 7.70 IM "i219 words
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Article140 1924-02-20 7 Issue V'al. I'd. Buyers. Sellers 1 E1 B. Am. Tibacco 5.2.6 5.G.3 in 10 Central Bngimi 'J.OO 10.00 iii 10 Central Motors 'J. 7."> :MI() i.! .VI K. Sniehm- 8.00 5.50 5/- ■"> KU'C. Tmmways t/8 ."J/2 10 10 Fraser&Neave 87.00 38.00 30 ">0 Hammer Co. 130 135 inoiOOKatz140 words
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Article102 1924-02-20 7 U. En*, a p.c. $1,234,300 par 10 p.c. pm Snore Electric Tramways, .'> i>. "100 num. S'pote Municipal ."> px. 1.578.000 pnr 5 p.c. pm sv. Man c-ipal 4' L p.r. of 1907 $1,000,000 10 p.c. dis. 5 p.c. pm Spore IfnnicUwl px. of lUOi) $1,000,000 10 p.c. di«.102 words
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Article407 1924-02-20 7 I Prase* and Co. and Lyull and Evatt's ((unl.itions. To-day l*riec3. Piaaer l.ynll <5i Co. Evatt Alor Gajah (?1) 1.00 1.15 1.00 1.10 Allcr.by (.si) 1.10 1.15 LO6 1.16 A. H.Uui (So) 11.00 12.0U 11.00 12.00 A. KuLitg ($1) 0.45 0.G5 0.45 0.56 Am. Malay ($2) 1.00 2.00407 words
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Advertisement49 1924-02-20 7 INDOCHINA STEAM NAY CbatPAMT, lIMIIKH iporated in H'>nj;konKi S.S. NAMSANG i r.in'.ini,'!' 1,035). For HONGKONG, AHOT and JAPAN This steamer, expected to sail about Fel ruary 22, lias excellent paaaejajoc uccommi i articular-, npply BOUBTEAD CO., LTD.. (Incorporated in the F.M.S.) A^e a t Tataakaaaa Freight 312*. l'aaasgc 1121.49 words
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Advertisement913 1924-02-20 7 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS Olh.r !iiM«ififd Advts., sec pafie Ifi. MOUOATAWNT SofP. OataU S..up, Gravy I Soup, JaließlM Soup, Londonderry Soup, Consomme Soup, Vagetable Soup, Mockturtlc (Clear) Soup. H. Bolter, Director Importer, OOODRICH iUads fur economy and faction. TO 1.1.'T FURNISHED, 6, Chancery Law I Apply v.iti.iii or Tel. N or 14C.913 words
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Advertisement209 1924-02-20 7 HELP A GOOD CAUSE. CHARITY I'ERFORMAN'CE IN AID OF THE CHIANG TECK SCHOOL OF KAMPON<; BHARI'. Inder the Patronage of Th( Honourable Mr. LBM t'HOOX GUAN, M.L.C. and The Auspices of a Special Committee THE AMATEUR SPORTING ASSOCIATION will stage the drama entitled IMPROVIDENCE plry with a moral) ai the209 words
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Advertisement343 1924-02-20 7 ~~^THp«at- *A«"***- aeaaaaajaaaK^ »wi f^ r aftsßV- 3 ■•Virf^***aJ^ll i Sunlight gm)^\\ British THE HAPPY VALLEY Special Attractions FOR THE CHAP GQH MEH SEASON MALACCA RONGGENG MAX YONG INDIAN FENCING SPECIAL JAZZ BAND POLICE BAND Malaya Boxing Stadium GRAND OPENING NiGHT SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 Mr. H. C TAN announces a343 words
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Advertisement310 1924-02-20 7 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STRAITS SETTLEMENTS SETTLEMENT OF MALACCA. Orig. Summons No. H <>T ifttC— la th-.- n;:.:ier of the Estate «f Tan Jiak Kam. (Incased anil in the matter of the CIVIL PROCEDrKE COM Between 8ON(. GITAT KRO, ri;:i.ni(T and (1) Tan Soo Kin (f) Wee Ha*310 words
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Obituary38 1924-02-20 8 B/TE.MAN— At Malacca, on Monday, Febru- ry 18, 1924, Dr. Claude Jerome Bateman, I cloved husband of Maude Constance Batei tan, and son of Frank Bateman, of I'ingapore. Age 47. Penang, Madras und Jay.i papers pleaxc copy.38 words
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Article40 1924-02-20 8 Mrs. Clnude Bateman, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bateman and family sincerely thank their friendx and relatives who attended the funeral of the late Dr. Claude Bateman and all those who sent wreaths and tele;ri ms in their sad bereavement.40 words
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545 1924-02-20 8 The Straits Times WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20. FRANCE AND THE FRANC. Punch had an excellent cartoon recently. Physician Poincare was seen bending over a skeleton-like form, with franc as its head, and was murmuring For heaven's sake don't say 99." The ninety-nine has been passed, and travellers frcm England to France545 words
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Article598 1924-02-20 8 It is a grave question one that France should most seriously take to heart. At great sacrifice, we of Britain have done our duty by our creditors. We have pledged ourselves to pay our debts to America, and they include large debts incurred on behalf of France. Though we have598 words
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Article31 1924-02-20 8 The rate of issue of Money Orders for India and Ceylon to-day is Rs. 162 $100. The rate of payment of Money Orders fiom India and Ceylon is Rs. 167 8100.31 words
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Article22 1924-02-20 8 Members of the Singapore Philharmonic Orchestra are reminded that the weekly practices will be resumed to-mor-row afternoon in the lower Memorial Hall.22 words
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Article25 1924-02-20 8 Two Chinese were romiaittfd to the forthcoming Assizes by Mr. Venables yesterday on three charges of robbei-y, committed in Sago Street in December last year.25 words
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Article32 1924-02-20 8 The first general meeting of the newiy formed Sinhalese Association of Muksva will be held in the Anglo-Chinese .School 11 11 on Friday at r..30 p.m. Mr. E. W. Gunatilaka will preside.32 words
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Article32 1924-02-20 8 The Chief Secretary to the F.M.S. Government has appointed Mr. H. R. Bull to be a Deputy Public Prosecutor for the purposes of the Criminal Procedure Code, with effect from February 18.32 words
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Article36 1924-02-20 8 Mr. Valle Jones, road expert of the Asiatic Petroleum Company, returned on Monday t<> Singapore from PenanK. where he had been carrying out experimental tests in road surfacing for the Municipality and the Public Works Department.36 words
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Article41 1924-02-20 8 The Kuala Lumpur Court of Appeal yesterday granted Mr. St. George leave to appeal to the Privy Council in his action against the State of Negri Sembilan respecting a clam for damage occas'oned by a motor car accident at a bridge.41 words
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Article49 1924-02-20 8 Yesterday evening Tan Kak was Bin ited by Mr. Oakshott, A.S.P., on a warrant for fabricating false evidence in a recent Triad Society case in which the accused was arrested and subsequently discharge:!. Mr. Oakshott mentioned the matter before Mr. Gourlay, who transferred the case to the District Court.49 words
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Article51 1924-02-20 8 The marriage of Mr. Stephen Chong Ah Kai, of the Seremban Sanitary Board, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Chong KeeSeng, of Seremban, and Miss Agnes Wong Yoke Lan. eldest daughter of Mrs. Sun Si Neo, of Singapore, will take place on Saturday at the Church of the Visitation,51 words
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Article57 1924-02-20 8 The first issue of the second volume of the Malayan Travellers Gazette reaches us from the publishers, Messrs. Thos. Cook and Son, Singapore. It contains pretty well all there is to know about how to travel, gives the sphere of operations at their Singapore office, notes on the Empire Exhibition,57 words
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Article67 1924-02-20 8 The Hon. Mr. Justice McCabe Reay will not be attending the full Court of Appeal at Kuala Lumpur this week, as there is sufficient work in Penang and Kedah to keep him fully employed until the end of this week. His place at the Court of Appeal will be taken67 words
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Article67 1924-02-20 8 Dr. Paul, who is being prosecuted before Mr. David, District Judge, under the Medical Registration Ordinance, for using the title of Doctor" when, it is alleged, he has no right to do so, failed to put in an appearance, and the case was accordingly postponed until ito-mon^w 1 The D.67 words
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Article62 1924-02-20 8 Two Chinese workmen were painting the inside of the roof of the Ch'nese theatre at Seremban on Saturday, when the scaffolding upon which they were standing collapsed, and they were privipilated to the cement floor, nearly forty feet below. One man was killed outright, while the other has a broken62 words
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Article74 1924-02-20 8 Yesterday morning Mr. Mitchell, A.S.P., arrested two Chinese, Koh Ah 1m and Ah Chai, for attempting to extort $50 from towkay Koh Tian Khek, cashier of the Sin Sin Boh factory, Jalan Datoh, by putting him in fear of death. One of the accused was arrested in a lorong off74 words
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Article81 1924-02-20 8 Thomas Price, seaman on board the steamer Ramsay, was charged in the Marine Court yesterday with having deserted the- vessel on the 12th. inst. when she was at Singapore. The accused had left the ship and as he did not return, steps were taken to have him nested, which was81 words
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Article127 1924-02-20 8 Included in the good picture programme now running at the Palladium Theatre is a filir. of considerable interest in more than the ordinary acceptance of that term. It depicts how the gnat biscuit firm of Huntley and Palmer make their worldfamous product where the originul ingredients come from, and the127 words
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Article117 1924-02-20 8 The Full Court of Appeal began at Kuala Lumpur on Monday, being presided over by the Chief Judicial Commissioner, Sir Lionel Woodward, with whom were Mr. Justice Whitley and Mr. Justice Watson. The first case taken up was an appeal against the judgment of Justice McCabe Reay who, on January117 words
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Article452 1924-02-20 8 Mr. P. R. Swaine, of the Penitng Fri"O School, and Mrs. Swaine, left for homo by the Kashgar on long furlough. Dr. A. R. Hennessy has arrived from home to join the G-ovJrnment Medkul Department. He has joined the staff of the Penang General Hospital. Major M.452 words
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Article37 1924-02-20 8 The annual dinner of the Malayan Branch, Royal Asiatic Society, will beheld at the Singapore Club on Thursday next. Members who propose to attend should communicate with the Hon. Secretary, Raffles Museum, without delay.37 words
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Article169 1924-02-20 8 Young and old, gentle and simple, clean and unclean, wise and foolish, cultured and barbarian, yea even the beasts that perish, are among its victims. No man or woman is too young or too old to suffer, the old fall more readily than the young. You pity169 words
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Article180 1924-02-20 8 We have receive I from Messrs. Wilson Holgate and Co. a copy of the Rubber Trade Association of London statistics with results for the whole of the year I'J2H. The total United Kingdom imports for the year were HO.lti.J tonj, ccmpaied with ti.!.H74 tons in 11)22 an'l K4,'Jl»l180 words
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Advertisement57 1924-02-20 8 The most careful blending* of the best Golden Virginia Tobacco leaf has resulted in the production of SPECIAL Sl/E No 2 VI Baa Wink llVl M You have only to try them to prove their pure and delicate flavour ftcjEl Obtainable from Importers imiTISH AMERICAN TOBACCO CO. (STRAITS) LTD. (Incorporated57 words
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Advertisement135 1924-02-20 8 ALHAMBRA In the Second Show at 9 p.m. sharp SMILING BILLY MASON in IT MIGHT HAPPEN TO YOU in 5 Reels. FLORENCE DIXON in THE SUPREME PASSION in 6 Reels. In the First Show at 7.30 p.m. TOM MOORE in HEART EASE in 5 Reels. TAN CHENG KEE CO., LTD.,135 words
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Advertisement58 1924-02-20 8 HMMM MIMHMMM On Other Pages. Problem of Insane Criminals 2 Dried Milk 3 Shipping and The Mails 7 Keutir Telegrams i> Netei from Slam !< Honukonj; Exhibitor! in SlngapeN I'lirir.-rship Dispute U.S. Rubber Imports, VjTi 9 Home Sport 9 11 To-day's Share Market 10 Sporting Intelligence Rugby Season Reviewed 1058 words
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Article340 1924-02-20 9 The Additional Taxation Voted. [REt.TER TELF.CRAM] London, February 19. Paris The Chamber have adopted the Government's proposal to increase all taxation by 20 per cent. The Bourse dv Commerce in Paris has closed sine die by decree of the Prefect of Police on the ground that quotations resulting340 words
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Article152 1924-02-20 9 [Reuter Telecram.] London, February 19. Washington Mr. Hughes, Secretary of State, in a letter to Mr. Fish, member of the House of Representatives, declares that it is not feasible at present to call an international conference on the question of further limitation of naval armaments. The letter addsReuter - 152 words
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Article90 1924-02-20 9 [Reuter Telegram.] London, Fe-bruary 19. In the House of Commons, moving a series of financial resolutions extending the aggregate loans iruaranteeable under the Trade Facilities Act from £50,000,000 to £65.000,000, Mi. Graham explained that the resolutions included at least one of the proposals of the Imperial EconomicReuter - 90 words
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Article57 1924-02-20 9 [Revter Telegram.] London, February 19. The Bank of England invite applications for £1.800,000 five per cent, debenture stock issued at !'S' a in respect of which the Government (.ur.rantee prii;cipal and interest under the Trade Facilities Act. The proceeds are required to pay for a fleet of motorshipsReuter - 57 words
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Article176 1924-02-20 9 The President on Business Conditions. [Reuter Telegram.] London, February 19Washington In order to counteract reports that the business situation has been injured by the oil disclosures, President Coolidge made known his view thnt business in the United States if generally in a healthy condition. Probably many rumoursReuter - 176 words
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Article427 1924-02-20 9 [Reuter Telegram.] London, February 19. The evening sitting of the House of Commons was devoted to Sir Samuel Home's motion on the question of air defence, in which the ex-Air Minister invited the House to affirm the principle of maintaining a home defence Air Force sufficient inReuter - 427 words
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Article53 1924-02-20 9 [Reuter Telegram.] London, February 19. In the House of Commons, replying to Sir Leonard Lyle, Mr. Sydney Webb stated that the Government considered an increase in the world's supply of raw cotton as very important and had every intention of carrying on the policy of promoting cotton-gvow:ngReuter - 53 words
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Article107 1924-02-20 9 The Question of Wei Hai Wei Evacuation. [Reuter Telegram.] London, February 19. Acting on the orders of Dr. Wellington Koo, Mr. Chao Hsin Chu conferred with Mr. Mac Donald at the Foreign Office and presented the Chinese case regarding Wei-hai-wei. China is dissatisfied at the decision ofReuter - 107 words
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Article76 1924-02-20 9 [Reiter Telegram.] London, February It). The emergency committee of the Trade Union Congress passed a resolution congratulating the transport workers and dockers on their magnificent stand, pledging the support of British trade unionism and calling on all affiliated organisations to assist the strikers. London, February 19. While mostReuter - 76 words
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Article55 1924-02-20 9 [Reuter Telegram.] London, February 19. Washington A short delay is likely in signing the Canado-American illicit liquor prevention treaty in consequence of Canada declining the suggestion that vessels plying between Canada and the United States carrying liquor should be denied clearance. It is argued that this would be aReuter - 55 words
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Article121 1924-02-20 9 [REUTER Tr.LECRAM.] London, February 19. Persistent reports that Mr. Mac Donald is contemplating resigning the Foreign Secretaryship on account of ill health an? authoritatively denied. It is stated that the reports of ill health are unfounded. London, February 19. New York Thirteen lives were lost by a fire inReuter - 121 words
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Article60 1924-02-20 9 (From Our Own Correspondent.) Penang, February 20. A camp for Penang and Province Wellesley volunteers has opened at Lumut, the Dindings. It is also attended by Malacca and Singapore units. The officers present include Colonel Spencer, Colonel Whytc, Captain Horan and Captain Crosse. Lectures are given by60 words
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Article60 1924-02-20 9 (By Courtesy of the Nanyo Nichi-Nichi Shimbunsha.) Tokio, February 18. Owing to the amnesty issued on the occasion of the Prince Regent's wedding, Iwashita Seishu has been released from prison. The Kawasaki Dockyard has deposited 800,000 Yen to prevent seizure on their properties by Ohkura Gumi. Tin60 words
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Article80 1924-02-20 9 On Monday morning last while a Chinese shop keeper was walking along Albert Street carrying a bag containing $1,000 in notes he was suddenly attacked from behind by a Chinese who threw pepper into his eyes and at the same time snatched the bag- The man turned round and grappled80 words
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Article1280 1924-02-20 9 (From Our Own Correspondent). Bangkok, February 15. Like most Eastern cities, Bangkok has a very large number of unwanted dip;, which in many ways are a positive nuisance to the community, i hey are unsightly and dirty and at night are prone to unduly demonstrate their vocal1,280 words
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Article193 1924-02-20 9 Hongkong Exhibitors Call At Singapore. The Blue Funnel steamer Agapenor and the N.Y.K. Fushimi Maru, which arrived in Singapore yesterday, had on board the Hongkong representatives for the British Empire Exhibition. These included, on the Fushimi Maru, Sir Robert Ho Tung, who is the commissioner for193 words
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Article162 1924-02-20 9 Chinese Litigants in Supreme Court. An action was commenced in* the Supreme Court yesterday morning, before Mr. Justice Acton, in which Goh Siang Lee, formerly a sleeping partner in a confectionery business, sued the other eight partners for $4,920 including $3,500, alleged to be the value of the162 words
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Article399 1924-02-20 9 The following table has been compiled from figures received from time to time from the Rubber Association of America shewing U.S. imports during the ye;ar 1923. They compare very favourubly with the figures published by the Imports and Exports department, Singapore Tls. 282,491 160,036 48,214 28,719399 words
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Article27 1924-02-20 9 11. M.5. Hawkins did not sail for Java ports as reported -ycstei'&y. She returned to port later in the day and leaves for Java ports this afternoon.27 words
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Article1824 1924-02-20 9 England's Victory Over Wales. By Our Special Correspondent London, January 24. The English fifteen made rather small beer of Wales at Swansea, and had Urn distinction of recording the first victory gained by their country upon that ground for twenty-nine years. The Welsh pack, of whom such high1,824 words
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Article290 1924-02-20 10 American's Idea of Seeing Malaya. A distinguished personality has just passed through Kuala Lumpur in a hurry, ■ays the local paper. He is none other than Lieut. Wood, son of GovernorGeneral Wood, of the Philippine Islands, whom the- Americans term the long distance financier." Until recently he290 words
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Article238 1924-02-20 10 Jackie Coogan's latest picture My ]Joy attracted a good audience to the Victoria Theatre last night. It is a tin* him, which all who admire the wonderful ch'ld actor should not fail to see. This week's serial at the' Surna Theatre is The Diamond Queen, starring Eileen Sedgwijk238 words
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Article50 1924-02-20 10 Benar. 9,565 lbs. 15a joe Kid0e1.— 112,859 lbs. Djasinga.— 7rt,7!»9 lbs. Henrietta.— 37,ooo lbs. Juru.-11t.729 lbs. Kasintoe.— s9,lB9 lbs. Kuula Pergau. 19,900 lbs. Langen. 55,300 lbs. Lenggeng.— l4,632 lbs. I.aras.— ,!o,r.oo lbs. Perak River Va11ey.— 20,540 lbs Scmanggol.— 2s.Cl7 lbs. Sapong. 77,000 H>s. Sungei Matang.— 25,316 lbs.50 words
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Article38 1924-02-20 10 Chenderiang Tin Dredging. Output for half month ending February 15. dredge. Hours 225, piculi To. Lost two days <. h I'ese New Year, lout one day building dams to float over shallow ground. Tributers, ptculi 66.38 words
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Letter118 1924-02-20 10 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, Maj 1 suggest that the Schools in Singapore be closed to-day Chap Gob May in future years, so thai the children may have a holiday, as in Uu olden days the schools were used to be closed for118 words
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Article199 1924-02-20 10 .Singapore, February 20. Uubber.—London' Is. l%* Lo.al H!U cents. Tin.—London £27(> 15s. Rubbers.- -Ciaigieloas IS to Wl cents. Glenealys 1.16 to 1.20. Indiagiris 1.15 to ■1.50, Kcdahs l.IJS to 205, Maluka I'indas :.::2>2 to 1.:;7'>.., Mentakabs 20 to 2a Cents, .Muars :iT' L- ti> ttVs199 words
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Article100 1924-02-20 10 Singapore, February 20. Tin. —£270 15s. —down 95*. Rubber. —Is. l r <»d. —down %d. Rubbers.—New Craigieleas 49-52, Lunas 7.25-7.50, New Seudais 1.06-115, K«daha 1.96-2.05, Mandai Tekongs .34-;i(i, Uukit Jelotonc.s 4D-52, Mentakabs 20-22, Ulu Benuts 21%-SStt, Ayer Pana- 5A66.25, Tapahs 9.90-10.10. Mining.—Petalings 116VJ-1.18%, Tclot Kruins 1-l.Ofi100 words
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138 1924-02-20 10 Singapore, February 20. Rubber.— ls. l^d. IOU cents. Tin.-- *27t> 15s. $137*; 225 tons sold. Rubber. Quotations nominal. Tin— Taipinps 1.27>i to 1,82 V*, Norths 1.25 to 1.30> Souths 1.07 to 1.12% turn div., Petulings 1.15 to 1.20, Ulu Piahs 2.10 to 2.15,138 words
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Article290 1924-02-20 10 With the advent of the celebrated London Syncopating Orchestra, which is to commence h short season at the Victoria Thsatry on Wednesday, March 19, under the direction of Mr. Edgar Warwick, newspaper men will have to look to their laurels if they wish to keep entirely up to290 words
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Article30 1924-02-20 10 What with pahits without lights ami cracker-firing before time. Chap Gih Men went off quite well in some partx of Singapore lust evening. Gunpowder fumea troubled anopheles, but darkness didn't30 words
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Article153 1924-02-20 10 Jamito and I'elky. It is announced that SUvine Jamito. lightweight champion of the Orient, and Young Pelky will meet in a contest ovei twelve three-minute round* at the Malaya Boxing Stadium on Saturday evening This will he the opening night of this licw boxfog venue, and full particulars arc153 words
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Article68 1924-02-20 10 That boxing promotion is not always a gold mine was demonstrated at the New World last night, when Artie Tully and Tug Wilson were due to meet. Boxel s were there, and ring and lights wen* nil ready, hut. the public did not come. As the public68 words
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Article150 1924-02-20 10 The following were the results in the Medical College Union billianis tournament (250 up). Lecturer's handicap. The finalists in this event were Drs. Dawson and Chani-re-i>, and their tie was played off last night. Dr. Duwson in spite of his heavy handicap of owo 125, scored a decisive victory150 words
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Article123 1924-02-20 10 A taan from K-M.S. Hawkins met the Marine' Department footballers at Pulo Brani yesterday. The result was a draw of cue all. The Naval men pressed and scored in the first half. The teal men worked hard for the equaliser, and it came a few minute! before the- end.123 words
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Article41 1924-02-20 10 Members of the S.C.C. arc reminded that entries for the Spring lawn tennis tournament close on Saturday. Entry sheets arc on the bar cuun*';r in tile S.C.C. pavrjion. The events include the championship, championship pairs and profession pairs.41 words
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Article485 1924-02-20 10 Successful First Day. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Kuala Lumpur, February 19. The first (iay's rMM in the New Year meeting were run to-day in fine weather before a lurge gathering, including His Highness the Sultan of Perak. The goinir was gooti and a very pleasant afternoon's sp rt485 words
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Article20 1924-02-20 10 At their annual meeting the National Lawn Tennis Association publicly ani.ounced the prohibition of spikes, ami strongly recommended crepe solts.20 words
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Article215 1924-02-20 10 The report of the directors of the Ayer Molek Rubber Co. for th;' year end .1 October 31 last shows that the net profit realised wiis $31,475, making aval!:, ile for distribution $40,5G2, which will h* dealt with by paying a dividend of 10 per cent., transferring215 words
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Article140 1924-02-20 10 Before Mr. David, District Judge, today. Inspector Farquharson, in charge of Weights and Measures, prosecuted Chop Ng Soon Hin 20, Havclock Road for having in his bar two gill spirit measures which were unjust and wilfully tampered with by diminishing the measures. There were also many other cases140 words
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Article103 1924-02-20 10 On the Kith instunt, a Chinese named Tan Oh Chwee was assaulted it if alleged over a debt dispute at Tanjong Rhu by two Chinese, one of whom it is said struck him with an axe on the head, while the other hit him on the body. Both the accused,103 words
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Article72 1924-02-20 10 In I'attaui mining circles, say* the Siam Observer, the death of Mr. A. Ermst Thomas is reported to have occurred fifteen days after his arrival home in Knglund. Mr. Thomas was in Bangkok some few years back as representative of the Bisichi Tin Co. (Nigeria). Ltd. He was also in72 words
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Article1327 1924-02-20 11 Stevenson Once More. Mi.-s Rosaline Masson baa placed that ever-increasing band of Stevenson admirers further in her debt l i y this new "life" of their hero. A new -life" wm urgently wanted, (or much new Material to lighl line* the two volumes llfi or appeared,1,327 words
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Article560 1924-02-20 11 Rich Rewards for Curious People. Every city, like every individual, has its own peculiar characteristics, sayj UM Knglishman, and those who have the curiosity and desire to study the ways of the city of their birth or domicile are certain of a rich reward. The lure of London,560 words
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Article148 1924-02-20 11 An Old Scottish Law MadeNew. Under a law made Ion? before the Reformation, in the 16th century 3.800 uwner-tenants of freehold houses in Cntchcart, a suburb of Glasgow, have received notice of the imposition of a levy of lOd. in the i on the assessed value of ther148 words
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Article103 1924-02-20 11 The War (Mm announce* the amendment of th» articles of the I'ay Warrant governing the pr< motion of class one Regular Army Reserve of Officers. It provides that a second lieutenant may be promoted to lieutenant on completion ot tv.o ycaiV scrvici- without examination. An i.flki'r103 words
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Advertisement95 1924-02-20 11 MOUTRIE PIANOS All the leading Schools, Colleges and Institutions throughout the Far East are using the Moutrie, having selected it in competition with the highest grade instruments. THE PIANO OF DEPENDABILITY GUARANTEED FOR SEVEN YEARS. GOOD FOR A LIFE TIME. S. Moutrie Co., Ltd. RAFFLES PLACE, SINGAPORE. »->♦♦»»«♦♦ »»♦♦»»♦-»♦■♦♦»>♦»♦-»-»»♦♦♦»♦♦-♦-»»♦-♦♦♦■♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»»♦«■■»»♦ rCDNCHE£95 words
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Advertisement391 1924-02-20 11 RAFFLES HOTEL Tt phOße mt il LlMg> MONDAY.— Tes Daasaat. Telephone 2»2« (It Unes) TUESDAY.— Dinner and Dance. Tfce Bnest Ballroom In the E»»t WEDNESDAY.— Orchestral Ctncert. IIILRSDAY.— Gaest Nlfht, Dlaaer sad Dance. GRILL opes till 1» p w FRIDAY.— Tea lUnssnt. v SATURDAY.— Gaest Nlfht. Dinner sad TO-NIGHT D391 words
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Article302 1924-02-20 12 Contractors Break Down 425,776 Tons. The vast accumulations of surplus munitions in Britain after the cessation of hostilities has at last been cleared olf by the contractors to whom the task •ras eventually entrusted. At the Armistice there were in the United Kingdom scores of dumps of loaded302 words
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Article347 1924-02-20 12 Slain Priest Accused of Arms Dealing. The Asiatic News Agency, in a message from l'eking dated January 21, sayi According to the report of General Ma hu-hsiatiK. the Roman Catholic Bel- gian priest at Haokou, Suiyuan, was killed liy his own sectaries. The cavalry battalion of the347 words
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Article140 1924-02-20 12 Scandalises Conductor In Pantomime. Felta Weinjrartner, the famous conductor, has caused a sensation in Vienna by ■hosting, "Lower the curtain," dur- inu the first night of the new par.- tomime, "Adam and Eve," because the C< sttime of the actress in the title part •II tOO Kvelike."140 words
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Article157 1924-02-20 12 Gml strides arp being made in the perfecting ofi London's air defences. Special machines of great power and < speed are being rapidly built and a call tins ben issued for 400 more men to man them. Suitable candidates are to be commissioned under the A r157 words
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Advertisement919 1924-02-20 12 CHEONG KOON SENG GO. IMPORTANT AUCTION SALE of valuable land and house properties. At Mes»r*. Cheong Koon Seng A Co's saleroom, No. HO, Chulia Street on Wrdnenday, February 27, at 2.30 p.m. ESTATE OF SHAIk ABDULLAH BIN SAYEEI) BIN MAKIE. DECEASED Lot 1. Valuable land and the brick and tile919 words
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Advertisement291 1924-02-20 12 QUALITY fftfOßf AND |/5 PRICE FRAMROZ GO. m ri s CXRTEIIS NO METAL CAN TOUCH YOU There is leg comfort and >3ft- ''■^^jg^Ce^^ long comfort in I'AKIS 5™= r 3"fE sifv^^^ Garters. They are always higher in quality than in price. No binding, plenty va ue anc socks held securely.291 words
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Advertisement490 1924-02-20 12 W Cheapness does not mean eeonomv! xonomy must always be considered. TT bat the greatest consideration y should go to the quality of the wt V article desired. vy In the cate of the cheap cigarette, %fi L nothing is gained when the health Joi \T is endangered. Discriminating i490 words
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Advertisement308 1924-02-20 13 I A E Cfll (fiPl Wires and Cables manufactured by THE St. HELEN'S CABLE AND RUBBBB CO., LTD., may be buried in plaster without fear of injury. For electrical installations where good appearance is desired, unsightly cleat wiring is therefore no longer necessary, and the cost is little more than308 words
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Advertisement556 1924-02-20 13 /^Vfc mi H^ The Great British Health Tonic As a stren^thener and restorative Hall's Wine is unequalled. It quickly overcomes the effects o\ trying climatic conditions, gives new and vigorous vitality to the system, and a sense ot energy and power when you arc in iil-health. goB Mf IS S*A556 words
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Advertisement608 1924-02-20 13 Deep-Seated Abscess in the Hip. R«-n*rl(*b!r Rcronrr after underfoine lim ope «lioni wilkoul iuccmi. Our Portrait i> ot Mre. LAMBDON, of Molt Mill, Withyham, SuSMX, England, whownln: mttOmt v"« "I 'I"* b *"< fil 1 l>» ve moeiveU from >mir< arke Blood Muiurr. I 1 ,1 .1. mlrd ibMM in608 words
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Advertisement581 1924-02-20 13 fiiiiiHi'ciiiiiiiiraii^^fc iiHiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiuiiiiniiHii!:!ii!:iiiiii::ii!ii:;ii!ii!iniiii!iiii! gfr^ym] Your car will run at its best JL« Ev if the engine is fitted with Jg LODEiiS W SPARKING PLUGS jig* iaV^ live max mllm power and c■onsi^lelH service in <?// makes of engines. Easily > j^fffvijf detachable (two parts only) for cleaning. (M^^ IT The illustrutions581 words
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Advertisement254 1924-02-20 13 NOTICE is hereby j;ivrn that the abo»e Tnule Mark ii the exclusive property of Chu Tr.i Tunj:. Honpkonß, and is used by them in respect o! I hincse medicine manuraetnred anil sold by th?m known as Chai Clung Bni. AND NOTICE is hereby rlrea that legal proceedings will ba luki-'i254 words
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Advertisement536 1924-02-20 14 ■■■?:^siC.jailsl«asWsMstMsW«M«*lWM»sWssM*M«sjW«slsMalM Ajw*U over $5,000,000 S.C. lavuH fat force over |17,M«,9H. The Great Eastern Life Assurance Co., Ltd. (Incorporated la Strait* latttaaaßßß.) HEAD omci WlaamwtM H<m*a, Singapore sVOIUON OITCCI I U, OU J*vry, B.a The Company has £20,000 deposited with the Supreme Court of atagUnd Ind compile* vita th* British Life536 words
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Advertisement613 1924-02-20 14 BANKING THE MERCANTILE BANK OF INDIA, LTD. (Incorporated in England) Capital Authorised tt.000,000 Capital Subscribed «1 300,000 Capital I'aid-up 81.060.000 Reserve Fund and Rest *1,»52.105 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Sir R. J. Black, Bart.. Chairman. I M. Ryrie, Sag. H. Melvill Simons, Esq. F. R. Ch*lmer«, E*q. Sir David Tul*. Bart613 words
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Advertisement535 1924-02-20 14 INSURANCE UNION FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY OF PARIS. Incorporated in Franc*) Established 1820. RESERVE AND TOTAL GUARANTIED £4,000,000 The nnderslfroed agent* for th* aboT* Company, are prepared to accept fire risks lor long or sbcrt periods, at current rates. CASH SETTLEMENT promptly mad* by the agenta in Singapore. Th* Sacceaaor* of535 words
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Advertisement310 1924-02-20 14 INSURANCE COMMERCIAL UNION ASSURANCE CO., LTD. (Incorporated In England) Fire, Marine, Accideat, Qaaraatee and Motor. Asset* exceed .440,000,000 W. A. SlMS— Manager and Underwriter, Eastern Branch, Singapore. The Imperial Fire Office. United with the Alliance Assurance Co., Ltd. (Incorporated in Snglaad) 1 aad 2, Bartholomew Lane, London, Established 1808. Capital310 words
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Advertisement423 1924-02-20 14 m W T-V" FOR BEAUTIFUL JLa %J -A. GARMENTS |O Children grow so quickly B^ that extra care is needed j\\^\ i° cleansing their dainty apf\^A parel. So a mother's foreJk^xity thought is extended to the Sjf^^ washing as well as the buy(/j^H^fV| ins of their clothes. The pure LUX423 words
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Article825 1924-02-20 15 Notes and Comments On Current Topics. Automobile Club Ncus. The I;.A.C. correspondent wrttai a< follows The Rujal Aiilii .l>i i- Ciub hns ma<!ivery complete arrangement* 1 for the comfort and convenience of motorists visiting Great Britain for the British Enipiu Exhibition. Triptiquea will be Issued to ;i!l825 words
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Article82 1924-02-20 15 Programme of Drills up to and for February 24, 1924. Wednesday, February 20, 5.15 p.m., Drill Hall, Eurasian Co., recruits drill M.G. Platoon, load, unload, sight setting and laying action, etc. Thursday, February 21, 5.15 p.m., Drill Hall, M.G. Platoon, action, out of action, traversing and searchinjr.82 words
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34 1924-02-20 15 Orders for week ending February 24, HUM Wednesday, February 20. Band Practice, Headquarters, 5.15 p.m. Friday, February 22. The Routo March arranged for thii date is cancelled.34 words
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Advertisement102 1924-02-20 15 E New Prices 1 /if i ■QPVSHH NsjmF I -Ton Truck Chassis Q* AF -*^gsß^assssLj 1 ji^ft m eMiplttt it h ifiren <al> *~Jc~ $355 f r Touring Car Chassis EASY PAYMENTS ARRANGED. Weame Brothers, Ltd. Orchard Road, Singapore. Chevrolet j Cars Seif atarler, dynamo, Magneto ignition, horn, speedometer, detachable102 words
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Advertisement166 1924-02-20 15 Allow us to demonstrate r ->_r^ v^\ THE S 1924 2^^^^^^^^^— FOUR WHEEL BRAKES from $2.550 S oi E GllTilßiE c (§b getse ts Phone 317. Incorporated in the Straits Settlements. 20, GRANGE ROAD. T ♦♦♦-»<♦♦♦ The economical, reliable performance of the GOOD MAXWELL has made a marked > appeal166 words
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Advertisement42 1924-02-20 15 MASSAGE AND MANICURE Mrs SONODA and Miss TAIKO, 5. BENCOOLEN BTREKT, SINGAPORE. Mrs. WASA. LADY MASSAfiIST, I CAIUNHILL ROAD. ItuKinesi Iloura 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. MASSAGE HALL MANICURE AND MASSAGE 60, Waterloo Street, Mra. IJABU and Miss HANA. TeWphoae No. 14«7.42 words
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Advertisement76 1924-02-20 15 MASSAGE Mr. and Mrs. FUJIMORI. Eatablinhed 1912. JAPANESE BONE-SETTKHS No. 19, Dhoby Gbsat. SINGAPORE. THE INSTITUTION OF CIVIL ENGINEERS It is proposed to hold r Dinner of Corpnrste Members and Studrntt of the INSTITUTION OF CIVIL ENGINEERS in the Singapore Club at 8 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, 1924. Will76 words
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Advertisement271 1924-02-20 16 MISS L. V. C. CAMERON 2nd door. Ma.wi.ird's Building. The Latest Medical Electrical Treatment. IVrmanent Cure for Rheumatism, N.urii Excessive Wood Pressure, and all Nervous diseases. Will completely build up the Nervous System. C<mtracted MuHcles Relaxed. Obesity •successfully reduced. SPECIAL TREATMENT FOR ALL SCALP TROI HI.ES. Dandruff and Falling Hair271 words
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Advertisement447 1924-02-20 16 A BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY The Proprietress of the Parisian House, Stamford Road, who wishes to retire from business, is open to consider reasonable offers for purchase from responsible people. Shop furniture for disposal, and exceptionally favourable rent, with lease, also advertising contracts with the newspapers. The business has been well-known for447 words
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Advertisement1810 1924-02-20 16 CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS The PREPAID charges for Wanti, For Sale, To Let. etc. In ordinary eloee let type (average lix wordi to line) are Per line One insertion 28 eenti, two im. 48 cts., three ins. 64 eta., four ins. 82 eta., 9ve ins. $1.00, six ins. $1.13 4er. ins. $1.40,1,810 words
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Advertisement179 1924-02-20 16 OCULAR HEADACHES. Eipht per cent, of headaches are Ocular Headaches exused through some defect of vision. If your headache is so caused you will never be relieved until you wear scientincally-titted glasses to correct the defect. Let me test your sight and make certain. You will not be advised glasses179 words
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Advertisement573 1924-02-20 16 NEW LATEST NOVELS. By LEONARD MERRICK at $2.00 each. WHILE PARIS LAIT.HKII. belli* Pranks and P.insions or the I'm-t Tricotrin CONARI) IN QUKST OF HIS YOUTH, with an introduction by Sir J. M. WHEN LOVE FLIES OCT OTnE WINDOW. THE WAINT COMPANIONS, with an introduction hy 11. fi. Wrlls THE573 words
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