The Straits Times, 20 March 1925
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Title Section13 1925-03-20 1 The Straits Times No. 27,817 SINGAPORE, FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 1925. PRICE 10 CENTS,13 words
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Advertisement183 1925-03-20 1 OFTEN "WHIPPED" NEVER BKATIM S REAL COCKTAILS AT LAST! For the convenience of those of our friends who appreciate a perfectly mixed Cocktail, we have imported these GORDON'S READY MADE COCKTAILS GIN They will prove a revelation. Sealed in the cool frosted, Shaker Bottle with GORDON'S DRY LONDON GIN (pre-war183 words
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Advertisement181 1925-03-20 1 ROBINSON CO., LTD. (Incorporated in the Strata Settlement!) SINGAPORE. V ffcWPC^ CIHAI76 LARGE SHIPMENT JUST RECEIVED. J-J1»1/1I-JUF OU\PJCll3 INCLUDING THESE ILLUSTRATED w tiiiL- ri\'v*B M.ACK PATENT COURT ,V. J N A8 WHITK BICKSKIN. SHOE. WHITE CANVAS. With iv,l hcnrtinsr. S|r in chal New With black patent strapping. Price $10.75. Price181 words
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Article465 1925-03-20 2 American Competition on The Increase. Reporting on the Welsh tinplate trade for 1924, Sim and Coventry, of Liverpool and 110 Carmon Street, E.C. 4, state that there have of late been cases of the closing-, partial or complete, of one or other of the works, and at the465 words
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Article226 1925-03-20 2 HAMMERED. Curious Customs m Stock Exduuige. To the uninitiated the news that two members of the London Stock. SxchMMl have been '-'hammered" ma"? sSV startling. It must not be imagined that these members have come under the hammer m the manner usually associated with a smithy or an auction room.226 words
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Article234 1925-03-20 2 Judge Condemns "Worst of All The Vices." Very young, Lord Coleridge witnessed at his first school the almost incredibly inhuman canings of boys with a stout pliant weapon bound round with black waxed thread." In consequence, he says, there was planted m the inmost fibres of my being234 words
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Article52 1925-03-20 2 Programme of drills up to and for March 22, 1926. Saturday, March 21, 2 p.m., Buldt Timah, S.R.A. (V), Musketry Classification 2 p.m., Fairer Range, Malay Co., Recruits' Course. Sunday, March 22, 7 a.m., Bukit Timah, S.R.A. (V) Musketry Classification; 7 a.m. 1 Fairer Range, Malay Co.,52 words
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Advertisement658 1925-03-20 2 Do This For ten days fight the film on teeth. See how they improve TN every circle nowadays you see type tooth paste has been created A many pretty teeth. Millions are to apply them daily. The name is using a new method of teeth clean- Pepsodent. Today careful people658 words
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Advertisement186 1925-03-20 2 LACE AND EMBROIDERY Buy direct at Im~«i> price*. WholeMie Shipping omiy. Filet, maltesa, guipure, vals torchon, elunv, BWI9S EDGINGS, 1 isartion, ■lotting, flouncing, COLCITJRED TRIMMING, 4, 1, I.} ins. m -ed and whits Hid afchrr colours, SILK and VOILE FLOUNCING m black, white and colours. Handkerchiefs, Blouse*, Wool Cardigans. Hosiery,186 words
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Advertisement214 1925-03-20 2 THE LATEST DANCE RECORDS. Made m U.S.A. 10 inch Double Sided $1.70. NO, NO, NANETTE MEDLEY Fox Trot HOON UIVER Waltz I WANT TO BE HAI'PY Kox Trot HAWAIIAN NIGHTINGALE W»ltx DOG ON TITE PIANO Fox Trot aE N ITS TISIE V^ MAHST Fox Trot goME ,)AY, )AY Kox Trot214 words
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Article438 1925-03-20 3 £1,250,000 For a Base At Karachi, Shortly before embarking: on his aeroplane at Karachi, Sir Sefton Brancker stated that the time had come for India to rouse herself in aviation matters and to commence action. It had definitely been decided to make Karachi the first experimental airship438 words
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Article368 1925-03-20 3 An Attempted Revival of The Smock. An extra tcast was given at the annual dinner in London on January 28 of the 'Men of Sussex and their ladies by the chairman of the association, Mr. W. W. Grantham, K.C., who presided. It was that of Arthur Gilligan368 words
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Article217 1925-03-20 3 The following is taken from the annual report of the Director of Gardens for the year 1924: The Gardens herbarium has never been mentioned m the annual reports of the Department; and it is desirable that something should be put on record regarding it. Its purpose is the217 words
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Advertisement338 1925-03-20 3 UNBREAKABLE PULLEY. AND i? MILL GEARING COMPANY, LTD. Easy Transmission of Power SHAFT FITTINGS DOUBLE ARMED AND flßHHfiHgigHgH PULLEYS SBJ of m.i Of iSBNhHI DESCRIPTIONS Mf i, LW^HmB *^V 'kgniigt Hiam. gll^g^g^gßKtaJftHEl^frf j>taj ?E i^B Man m 30 V m \3 1 36 mm M g^gU^K BJ *>3l^Lf 4m g^g^gig^Bg^g^WAifili^i^BliH338 words
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Advertisement582 1925-03-20 3 HAPPY CHILDHOOD. Is Largely A Matter of Health. Let Baby's Own Tabteta Keep Your Chidren Well. Little children very quickl,- get 'out-«f-sorts.' By prompt treatment they can usually quickly be set right afain Most of their troubles arise In the first place from the stomach or bowels that is why582 words
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Advertisement783 1925-03-20 3 STEAMEB SaiLIHBS Burns Philp Line (Incorporated m Australia) For SYDNEY MELBOURNE, via JAVA, DARWIN, THURSDAY ISLAND and BRISBANE Regular monthly sailing by the well known steamers MARELLA (7.376 Una) and MONTORO (5,400 tons) The s.s. MARELLA is the largest and finest steamer trading to Australia, Cabins de luxe, single burth783 words
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Advertisement823 1925-03-20 4 STEAWER SfIIUNES P. 0.-British India a^ Apcar Lines (lacorporated In England) MAJL AND PASSENGER AND CARGO SERVICES PININSUI.AR AND ORIENTAL S. N. CO. Under Contract with His Majesty's Government LONDON AND FAR EAST MAIL SERVICE OUTWARDS FROM LONDON HOMEWARDS FOR CHINA AND JAPAN FOR MARSEILLES, LONDON AND ANTWERP. Tonnage Doe823 words
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Advertisement837 1925-03-20 4 STEAMER SAIUNBS THE OCEAN STEAM SHIP CO, LIMITED THE CHINA MUTUAL STEAM NAY. CO* LTD. g (Incorporated m England) The Bine Funnel Line REGULAR SERVICES TO LONDON, AMSTERDAM, ROTTERDAM, ANTWERP, HAMBURG AND BREMEN. GENOA. MARSEILLES, LIVERPOOL. AND GLASGOW. MARSEILLES, HAVRE, LIVERPOOL. AND GLASGOW. BOSTON. NEW YORK, AND BALTIMORE. Taking cargo837 words
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Advertisement822 1925-03-20 4 STEAMER SfIIUNOS KONIRKLYKE PAKETVAART MAATSCHAPPIJ (ROYAL PACKET NAVIGATION CO. OF BATAVIA) (Incorporated m Holland) UNDER CONTRACT WITH THE NETHERLANDS INDIA GOVERNMENT. Telephone Nos. Passsge Dcpt. 131, Freight liept.. 1702. Marine Dept. and Transhipment Dept. 1137, Manager's Dept. 1002. MELCHIOR TREl'B— March 20, MuTitok, Batavia, Semarang and Sourabaya. ALTLNG— March 20,822 words
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Advertisement469 1925-03-20 5 STEAMER SfIILIWCS Ellcrman Bucknall Steamship Co., Ltd. (Incorporated Id England) i i "ELLERMAN" LINE Passenger and Freight Services TO UNITED KINGDOM AND CONTINENT VIA I'OKTS AND SUEZ CANAL FREIGHT SERVICES HAVRE, LONDON, ROTTERDAM, HAMBURG s.s. BLOEMFONTEIN due Mar. 27 »s. CITY OF CANTON doe Apl. 27 S.s. CITY OF ATHENS469 words
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Advertisement764 1925-03-20 5 STEAMER SAILINGS BIJE ELLERMAN FUNNEL BUCKNALL LIRE S. S CO LTD (Incorporated m England) JOINT SERVICE to BOSTON NEW YORK and BALTIMORE rla SUEZ or PANAMA. FROM NEW YORK Btaaaw Da* Spore Rente For tCITY OF BOMBAY Mar. 22 Suez Phillipines and Hongkong. CALCHAS Apl. 3 Suez Phillipines and Hongkong,764 words
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Advertisement555 1925-03-20 5 STEAMER SAILINGS PACIFIC UAH. STEAMSHIP COMPANY Managing Agenta. UNITED STATES SHIPPING BOARD TRANS-PACIFIC SERVICE— FREIGHT and PASSENGERS Ports «f Oitl MANILA. HONGKONG. SHANGHAI. KOBE, YOKOHAMA, HONOLULU AND SAN FRANCISCO AMERICAN STEAMERS Lcaring Hongkong. Arr. San Francis** PRF3IDENT WILSON Mar. 28 Apl. 21 THESIDENT LINCOLN Apl. 11 May 6 SPECIAL THROUGH555 words
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Advertisement550 1925-03-20 6 GAIETY CINEMA SURINA THEATRE Junction Albert and Bencoolen Streets. Norlh Bridge It .zd. Phone No. 28*. FRIDAY. MARCH 20 to THURSDAY. WBWWUT, MAW H 1b to TUESDAY, HABCH 2« MARCH 21. Adventure, Hi .lory, Romance, Thrills. At i.M p.m. DON'T Mi S S TI |7f IDT I'niversal's New Serial 1550 words
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Advertisement350 1925-03-20 6 Iti pw i>- ll POLA NBGRI The Perfect Picture TV The most beautiful and flL^fV, alluring Actress on the y V*« Screen. (yjmsPl THE SPANISH DANCER '/S*s^T P jU& J )f' (From the famous novel Don Caesar I Tjf r jf^J t\V c screen Version of world SlttS^HX fj> perfect350 words
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Advertisement459 1925-03-20 6 F 7/ie COMET OXFORD SHOE "One of Whiieaways Standard Values" Black or Brown $6.95 per pair. WHITEAWAY, LAIDLAW CO LTD. (Incorporated m England) BATTERY ROAD, SINGAPORE. THE NEW WORLD (The Premier Pleasure Park). To-morrow night (.rand Display of Cantonese FIREWORKS TO-NIGHT KELANTAN NAK-YONG, CINEMA (Chans* of Procramne). JAZZ BAND. KERONCHOM;,459 words
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Advertisement519 1925-03-20 6 AHURA^ NOTICE ll hereby Riven that ti Triult Mark* nre the exclusive pr.. Tokio UeiiWi Kabushiki Knisha, Ltd., a comnuny incorporated m Japta anil liavin- it: nine" of business nt No. ~'Z. lchi horlkawa<ho Kn\'a.»nki KaaJ«awakeo, Japan, mari.ifiicturvr? of rlcclric lamps nr.«l that tlw MHtri used by tlie said company519 words
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Article146 1925-03-20 7 FIXTtTRXS. Friday, March 20 High Water, 5.38 a.m., 8.22 p.m. Saturday, March 21 II *h Wafer, 7.13 a.m., 9.15 pat. Outward B. 1. mail due. American mail closes. Fraser and Neavc Mtg., noon. Sunday, March 22 H.lth Water, 8.28 a.m., 9.68 p.m. B. I. outward mail due.146 words
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Article233 1925-03-20 7 Friday, March 20. Ship* alongside the Wharves or expected to arrive. Entrance KEITKL HARBOUR. Mala Vkarf I'.mnl. Bipnt, Lady GuilleK.uy 1, Spartan, Beta, Juno Oil Wharf Subroutine L. 2 Coal Wharf Nil VESSELS IN DRY DOCK. Tanjong Pagar Bbatn Wharf !'erak Albert Dock ltoggevcen Victoria Dock Soon233 words
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Article171 1925-03-20 7 To-4ay. .Japan and Korea 3 ;>.u. North, North Eait and North West Sumatra I P-V-Pert Taufik 2.30 n.ra. Malacca Palt-mbane P-m-Banku Island except Muntok 4 p.m. China, Hainum, East Siberia and Philippine Islands .6 p.m. Te»a«rrew. Pontianak 8 a.m. Siam except Western Siam 11 a.m. East Coast171 words
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Article40 1925-03-20 7 Ellens* Iniulind* Amboise Grotiui Morr. Tar* Kawi S'pore London F«b. 4 F«b. 28 Fab. 6 Mar. S Feb. 11 Mar. 9 Feb. 13 Mar. 7 F«b. 13 Mar. 6 Feb. 18 Mar. 16 Feb. 20 Mar. 1840 words
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Article154 1925-03-20 7 i- Death Sentence on Tamil Murderer. Sentence of death was passed by Mr. Justice Burrett-Lennard at the Assizes yesterday on Govindasamy, a Tamil who •vus unanimously found guilty of murdering another Tamil in a house in Campbell Lane. The alleged motive of the crime was a quarrel over154 words
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Article198 1925-03-20 7 Singapore Bar With A Pedigree. Applicants for liquor licences ace wont to base their applications on diwrs grounds, but one put forward at the meeting of the Licensing Justices yesterday *ras unique. It wu.t that a particular bar named the Madras Bob had flourished in Singapore from198 words
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Article180 1925-03-20 7 (By Courteiy of ihe N*nyo Nicbi-Nichi Shimbunsha). Tokio, March 18. The Prince of Chichibu, second son of the Emperor, attended to-day's sittings of both Houses incognito. A iesolution to express the House's deep sense of gratitude for the services rendered by the army stationed in North Safjhalien180 words
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Article256 1925-03-20 7 The Palacegay cinema makes a change of programme to-night. When Romance Rides, m six reels, forme the main feature supported by Trifling with Honour, m eight reels, and two further episodes of the Phantom Fortune serial. The Gaiety is showing three features tonight. The Flirt (a Universal Jewel),256 words
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24 1925-03-20 7 Orders for week ending March IG, 1926. Saturday, 21. Compulsory Combined Parade. All Troops Headquarters 4.30 p.m.24 words
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Article71 1925-03-20 7 At the annual general meeting of the Harrisons Barker Sports Union held at Kuala Lumpur on March 18, the following were elected office bearers for the year 1925 President, manager of the firm (Mr. W. B. Wallis) vice-president. Mr. G. L. Harris hon. secretary, Mr. Sayer Alias hon. treasurer, Mr.71 words
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Article217 1925-03-20 7 EXCHANGE. Singapore., March 20. On London, Bank 4 m/s 2/4 1/10 Demand 2/8 31/32 Private 3 m. credits 2/4 17/82 On New York, Demand 66^ Private 90 d/s 57 On Tance, Bank 1,010 On India, Bank T. T. 155 On Hongkong, Bank d/d Ifc p.c. dia. On217 words
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61 1925-03-20 7 Singapore Standard Pal* Crepe Closing PricM Buyers. Seller*. Spot Spot April-June April-June July-Sept. July-Sept. Oct.-Dec. Oct.-Dec. Singapore Standard Ribbed Smoked Sheet Closing Prices Buyers. Sellers. 67% 67'i 66 6GH 63 6314 62 62% Ton* of Market Steady. Latest London cables quote Spot (beet Is.61 words
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Article239 1925-03-20 7 Issue Val. PH. Buyers Sellers 1 £1 Asam Kumhang 47/- 48/I 1 BaUng Padaoy 0.62ft 0.65 1 1 Hitam Tin 1.70 1.75 !1 £1 Idris Hydraulics 20/- 30/- xd. 1 1 Johan fin 0.50 6.5.1 .0/- 10/- Kampong 41/- 42/- cd. II £1 Kumunting Tin 50/- 57/- cd. Ki239 words
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Article141 1925-03-20 7 El £1 B. Am. Tobacco 6.12.6 6.17.6 10 10 Central Engines 4.60 5.50 6 5 Central Motors 0.75 1.26 nom. El £1 E. Smeltirjr Co. 8.50 8.80 5/-6A Elec. Tramway 4/- 4/9 bob. 10 10 Fraser Neave 52.2.") 53.00 cd. 100 100 Hammer Co. 174.00 l".0Q_ 00 100 Katz141 words
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Article110 1925-03-20 7 Issue Val. Pd. Buyers Sellers 'J. Ep.s:. 6 p.c. $1,234,300 par 10 p.c. pm. Spore Electric Tramway, 5 p.c. 80 £860,000 Spore Municipal 5 px. 1,878,000 par 10 px. pm 1 Spore Municipal 4Vi p.c. of 1907 $1,600,000 2% px. dis-par Spore Municipal 4% p.d. of 1909 $1,000,000 2%110 words
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Article390 1925-03-20 7 FrmMr and Co. »nd Lyall and Ermtt's Quotations. To-day's Price* Frascr Lyall Co. Evatt. Allcnby ($1) 1.32ft l..T7'.i 1.30 1.40 Alor Gajah ($1) 1.05 1.15 1.05 1.15 A. Hitam ($5) 11.00 11.60 11.00 18.00 A. Kuning ($1) 0.32ft O7ft 0.32 ft 0.87 V4 Am. Malay (92) 1.80 1.95390 words
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Advertisement15 1925-03-20 7 DR. CASSELL'I TABLETS R«*«ir Wear aad T«ar N«fva art Bad} MM la. M. a»4 4a.15 words
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Advertisement108 1925-03-20 7 Tea-Knowledge The shepherd knows You get the benefit of each individual sheep m this knowledge when you his flock, though to buy Brooke Bond tea. ordinary people they all The skill of our experts look exactly alike. guarantees you a really 1 1 j 1 good blend with all the108 words
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Advertisement744 1925-03-20 7 KODAK LTD., say:— on the back flj LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS j Other Classified Advts., see page 16. WANTS, FOR SALE. ETC. FOR SALt, Pekinese Spaniels. Bmh Nay field Kennels. 210-2, Queen Street. (Ip; WANTED, situation as bill collector from firms on commission. 817, Stivuts Times. TO LET, bungalow 1!), Cuscaden Road744 words
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Advertisement554 1925-03-20 7 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS I Other Classified Advts., see page 16. MISCELLANEOUS. FOURMIEU-DEMARS I.IQLKI US. Grog American, Cream de Mcnthe, Peppermint, Cussi*, Orange Curacao, etc. H. Holtui. D IMI Importer. (lp) BRANDY DE LOUZE, jptoed ix:,i Aak f«r price list from the sole importer (J. Aurely. 'Phone 172. Up) JUST RECEIVEI), la.:;.554 words
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Miscellaneous72 1925-03-20 7 METEOROLOGICAL REPORT Kandang Kerbau Station. (Ht Conrtecy of Government Health Ofice) For the 24 hours ending at Midnight on March 19. 1925. I d« 8 "i shade temperature 89 F. Min. shadf tempiratJH 73 F. Moan shade temperature 79.5 F. Max. sun radiation 1<>7 F. y\u. Kiass radiation 72 F.72 words
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1074 1925-03-20 8 The Straits Times FRIDAY, MARCH 20. THE ARMY ESTIMATES. From the financial point of view nc startling announcement was made by th? Secretary of State for War when introducing the army estimates for the current year. The total amount asked for, and abroad to by the House of Commons is1,074 words
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Article35 1925-03-20 8 The choir of St. Gregory of the Church of Sacred Heart, Tank Rood, will Mst> iiatc the feast of its Patron by holding i Musical High Mass on Sunday, t.ie .'2nd instant, at 7 a.m.35 words
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Obituary34 1925-03-20 8 The death of Josephine, wife of Capt. J. Gully, of the Sri Muar, and sister of Mr. F. Rozells, market inspector, Penang, tccurred on Monday morning at her resiience, 24, Chow Thye Road, Penang.34 words
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Article35 1925-03-20 8 Messrs. Barlow and Co., writing on the 19th instant, state The market for copra continues quiet and about 1,350 tons have been sold during the week. Closing quotations are as follows :—Sundried $11.65, mixed $11.40.35 words
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Article60 1925-03-20 8 The former site of the discarded Indian cemetery m the district of St. Michael on the Serangoon Road, is being largely availed of for building purposes, and there are already a few brick bungalows under construction. The Government havu made a fine road and a long line of brick drain.60 words
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Article57 1925-03-20 8 The Anjuman-i-Islam Singapore entertained their patron Mr. Moona Kadei Sultan, J.P., to a tea party on the 14th instant at 40, Nivtn Road, the residence <A Mr. R. Mahmopd Sahib, m honour of his being made a Chevalier of the Legion d*Honneur. Among those present was the French Consul who,57 words
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Article18 1925-03-20 8 Mr. Leopold, of 6, Chancery Lane, has reported the theft of jewellery valued nt y[<!& from his house.18 words
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Article31 1925-03-20 8 The rate of issue of Money Orders for Tndia and Ceylon to-day is Rs. 153 =5100. The rate of pa.ment of Money Orders from India and Ceylon is Rs. 158 $100.31 words
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Article29 1925-03-20 8 It is stated thtt the Minister of the Interior at Bangkor has sanctioned, under :ertain conditions, 'he application made jy the Siam Electricity Co., Ltd, to tight jp Paknam.29 words
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Article31 1925-03-20 8 A souvenir of the opening of the Siamese Kingdom exhibition is to be product/4 m .Siamese. It will be modelled after rWcntieth Century Impressions of SiaiJi published some seventeen years ago.31 words
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Article52 1925-03-20 8 Hail fell at Bangkok on March 7. Hail s a phenomenon which is said to occur only once m ten years m Bangkok, and if neruory serves there have been two falls n the last twenty-one years, once on \pril T, 1904, and once about 11)14 Of •915, says the52 words
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Article45 1925-03-20 8 A Ceylcnesc, named Edward dv Silva, who is wanted m Jesselton on a charge jf forgery and theft, and who was arrested by the detective department m Singapore recently, was produced before .he Second Magistrate, this morning, and remanded pending the arrival of an escort.45 words
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Article77 1925-03-20 8 Lieutenant Commander E. B. Laphain, engineer officer of the U.S.S. Huron, *as knocked over-board into Manila B«y ay a coal basket as the Huron was coalii>i; irom a barge. Before striking the water he is thought to have fallen with force against the side of the ship. He was nicked77 words
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Article80 1925-03-20 8 At the annual general meeting otf Penang Rubber Exchange held on the II h instant the following were elected officebearers for the current year President, Air. Ch'ng Eng- Heng vice-president, Mr. i'eoh Boon Wan hon. secretary, Mr. Heah Joo Seang hon. asst. sec., Mr. Lim ?ek Young hon. treasurer, Mr.80 words
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Article91 1925-03-20 8 A most unusual accident, which ended fatally, occurred on Hong Fatt mine, m ;he Sungei Besi district, on Wednesday. Chinese coolie, standing at the lower 3nd of a chute by which "firewood was if ing conveyed to the gravel pump at th bottom of the mine, was hit by one91 words
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Article88 1925-03-20 8 The Chartered Bank of India, Australia md China have received the following ;able from their head office m London \.t the approaching annual general meetJig of shareholders the directors will ■ecommend that a dividend be declared for -he past half-year at the rate of 14 per :ent per annum and88 words
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Article99 1925-03-20 8 That the evil effects of whisky are worse than those of opium is the opinion )f Dr. Asplaad, judging by a report .vhich appears m a Tientsin paper of a ecture delivered by him In-fore theNotary Club. The report says, "If asked ;o choose between six opium smokes per day99 words
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Article114 1925-03-20 8 It is alleged, says the Siam Observer, that the Hongkong and Shanghai Bank has filed an action against (1) Ngnan Hoa Seng^Co., (2) Nai Koh Xii Kwang and (3) Nang Lorm Hemajati for the recovery jf a sum of Tcs. 1,6:50.000. -The first tv.o are Siamese subjects, while Nang Lorm114 words
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Article138 1925-03-20 8 'Bukit Kenong Rubber Estates made a nett profit last year, after providing for depreciation, of $1^,705.50 to which lias to be added $6,579.72 brought forward from the previous year making a total at the credit of profit and loss account of $22,285.22. The directors recommend that a dividend of 5138 words
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Article152 1925-03-20 8 The repoit of Kamasan Rubber Co., Ltd., for the year ended December 31, 1924, states that after allowing for depreciation the nett profit for the year amounts to $31,423.16 which with the balance of $60,310.68 brought forward ffom the previous year makes the total $91,7315.84 at the credit of profit152 words
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Article486 1925-03-20 8 The Hon. Mr. H. T. Jones has been appointed v mvmber oil the Kinta Sanitary Board m place of the lato Mr. Lloyd (Mr. Tlw lion. Mr. J. H. Rich will probably be appointed a member of the Kinta Sanitary Board m place of Mr. Cooper, who486 words
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Article109 1925-03-20 8 An illustrated supplement is now one of the features of the Straits Budget, the weekly edition of the Straits Times, which is published each Friday, containing local .»nd general news ti Malaya and thf neighbouring countries as well as Reutt-r jr.il special telegrams covering impel, :>l109 words
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Article107 1925-03-20 8 Haiti from Europe (London mai I despatched February 26) by the B. I. steamer Ellenjra will arrive by tra'n tomorrow night. Correspondence will b .■eady for delivery to boxhnld-.-rs I a.m. un Sunday. The G. P. O. will l.c open to the public from 1) a.m. to 10107 words
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Article113 1925-03-20 8 The Nippon Yusen Kaishn, Singaporebranch, has received advice from their head office of a new schedule according to which the arrival and departure of their European liners at Straits port! will be as follows Singapore, arrive Thursday a.m., leave Friday a.m. Malacca, arrive Fiiday p.m., leave Saturday113 words
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Advertisement43 1925-03-20 8 Capstan de Luxe The Cigarette that embodies everything you require The right flavour for your palate. The right shape for your lips. The right packing for the climate. Importer! UKITISH- AMERICAN TOBACCO CO., (STRAITS) LTD. Incorporated m England Singapore, Penang and Kuala Lumpur.43 words
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Advertisement98 1925-03-20 8 ALHAMBRA In the Second Show at 9 p.m. PAT O' MALLEY m GO AND GET IT 7 Reels. and TOPICAL BUDGET In the First Show at 7.30 p.m. WILLIAM DESMOND m THE BEASTS OF PARADISE In 15 Episodes or 30 Reels. Episodes 3 and 4, each 2 Reels. TAN CHENG98 words
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Advertisement87 1925-03-20 8 ><t««H»HM)IIHU»M«» > On Other Pages. PaceAviation m India 3 Shipping and the Mail* 7 Finance and Commerce 7 Mi'teorologicul Report 7 Madras Bob" 7 N«WI from Japan 7 Public Amusements 7 I)«nth Sentence at the Aasi*(.-» 7 Reuter Telegrams 'J Heath of Mr. F. P. Short 9 Local Rubber Auction87 words
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954 1925-03-20 9 NAVY ESTIMATES. Big Floating Dock For Singapore. Details of Scheme for The Base. [reuter telegram. 1 London, March 19. Introducing the Navy estimates in the B<MM of Commons, Mr. W. C. Bridgeman, First Lord of the Admiralty, explained that the increase of nearly £5,000,000 was due partly to tl eReuter - 954 words
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Article144 1925-03-20 9 Possibilities of Further Development. [REl'TEl TELECRAM.] London, March 19. In a speech in London on the possibilities gf trade development in China, Mr. Archibald Rose, ex-commercial attache 1 at Shanghai and Peking, said that people who wore carrying on the illicit trade in arms with China were144 words
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Article73 1925-03-20 9 [REUTER TELEGRAM.] Paris, March 19. Speaking before the Chamber committee on foreign affairs, M. Briand outlined the statements he made Rt Geneva concerning security. He added that Germany's entry into the League of Nations was possible and even desirable on condition that Germany accepts all the dutiesReuter - 73 words
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Article29 1925-03-20 9 [REUTER TELEGRAM.] London, March 19. The evening bulletin stp*« that Lord Curzon lost ground during the day, and the gravity of his condition is increasing i steadily.Reuter - 29 words
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Article23 1925-03-20 9 [RELTER TELEGRAM.] London, March 19. New York The $10,000,000 loan to Finland was placed on tiie market and speedily subscribed.Reuter - 23 words
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Obituary23 1925-03-20 9 [REUTER TELEGRAM.] London, March 20. Moscow The death has occurred of M. Narimanov, president of the Central Soviet executive committee.Reuter - 23 words
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Article33 1925-03-20 9 I m: I Tin; TELEGRAM.] London, March 20. Washington: President Coolidge is considering the appointment of Mr. Macmurray, assistant Secretary of State, ma United States Minister to China.33 words
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Article22 1925-03-20 9 [REUTER TELEGRAM. I London, March 19. The Earl of Ypres underwent a •evere operation in London thit morning.Reuter - 22 words
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Article241 1925-03-20 9 Rescue Work in Stricken Towns. Over 1,000 Deaths Reported. [REUTER TELEGRAM.] London, March ID. Chicago The tornado, after wiping out Annapolis in Missouri, tore across the Mississippi into Illinois. It apparently lifted with devastating force and spreading until it descended twenty-five miles west of the river and thenReuter - 241 words
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Article56 1925-03-20 9 [BELTER TELEGRAM.] London, March 19, At the half-yearly court of the Bank of England, the Governor announced that the profits to February 28, after i provision for all contingencies, were' £673,622, making £3,690,812 with the balance brought forward. After providing for a dividend of C perReuter - 56 words
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Article55 1925-03-20 9 [REUTER TELEGRAM.] London, March 19. Cairo A railway wcrJcshopman who has been arrested confessed to participa-i lion in the murder of the Sirdar, the un-i successful attempt on the life of the' locomotive manager in March, 1922, and the murder of Professor Rubson, lecturer at the Royal SchoolReuter - 55 words
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Article45 1925-03-20 9 [BEUTER TELLCRAM.] London, March 19. Berlin Herr Marx has declined the Prussian Premiership owing to the failure of his efforts to form a Cabinet commanding an absolute majority in the Prussian Diet. It is now proposed to form a so-called Business Cabinet.45 words
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Article42 1925-03-20 9 [REUTER TELEGRAM.] London, March 19. Miami: An 800-roomed hotel at Palm Beach has been burned down. Panic seized the staff and residents, and the latter threw cut their belongings, gems and clothing from the windows. There were no casualties.Reuter - 42 words
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Article38 1925-03-20 9 iRKTTFR TELEGRAM, i London, March 19. Rome: It is reported from Milan that the final collapse of the strike is indicated by the announcement that members of tha Federation of Metal Workers are resuming to-duy.38 words
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Article18 1925-03-20 9 [REUTER TELECRAM. I London, March 19. The King and Queen have departed for the Mediterranean.Reuter - 18 words
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Article83 1925-03-20 9 Assent to Bengal Suppression Measures. [REITER TELECRAV] London, March 19. Delhi In the Assembly Sir Alexander Muddiman announced that His Majesty in Otmncil hag assented to the Bengal Ordinance Act, for suppression of crime in Bengal. The whole day was devoted to discussion of Mr. Patel's bill83 words
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Obituary272 1925-03-20 9 Succumbs to Motor Mishap At Kuala Lumpur. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Kuala Lumpur, March 20. The death took place at 4.20 a.m. today in the European Hospital, of Mr. F. P. Short, who met with a motor I accident on Sunday, with Mr. R.272 words
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Article344 1925-03-20 9 Steady Tone and Active Buying. j Messrs. barlow and Co. repurt Singapore, March 19. A steady tone has prevaibd during the period under review. In yesterday's local 1 auction awarded sheet was in goo-1 de- maud, and sold at 67 to 67'.; cents per lb. Good average344 words
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Article110 1925-03-20 9 Indian Clerk Murdered And Woman Stabbed. The Coroner, Mr. F. G. Bourne, opened an enquiry yesterday into the death of an Indian clerk, who was fatally stabbed in Ahmed Din's garage in Orchard Road in February. The evidence shewed that nn the day before the murder the110 words
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Article1023 1925-03-20 9 Eass Production in Local Factory. e of the first tragedies in literature which most people b 'come acquainted is that of Humpty Dumpty, of whom it Is recorded that he fell otf a wall, and all the king's horsemen and all the king's men couldn't put1,023 words
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Article91 1925-03-20 9 The Chief Justice (Sir Walter Sh%w), gave judgment m the Supreme Court yesterday m the case m which Thee Tjiai Siam, a Chinese firm m Market Street, sued the Bataviasche Zee Brand Assurantie Maatschappij for $5,823 under an insurance policy. The Kooda m respect of which the91 words
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Article1861 1925-03-20 9 The First Safeguarding Skirmish. J By Our Special Correspondent London, February 10. f The first skirmish in the put campaign between the forces of Free s Trade and Protection has taken pla.r in the House of Commons, and the Govcrnj ment, as might have been expected from t1,861 words
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Article880 1925-03-20 10 The Passing of a Famous Exhibition. Madame TusaawPs, the famous London waxworks exhibition, which Reuter reports was destroyed by fire on Wednesday, was an institution which the British people regarded with peculiar affection. To the country cousin going up London it ranked with the Zoo, St. Paul's, the880 words
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Article92 1925-03-20 10 Quantity of Smuggled Cigarettes. Aii unusually large quantity of smuggled cigarettes was captured yesterday by Mr. Mitchell, A.S.P., and Mr. Listerman, preventive officer, the duty payable being $450. Mr. Mitchell found fifteen kerosene tins full of cigarettes in a lorry in Reformatory Koad, and, in company92 words
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Article19 1925-03-20 10 The Isle of Wight Education Committee have decided that teacher* should instruct children on. the danger, of motor traffic.19 words
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Letter52 1925-03-20 10 Dyarchy Dyarchy, sometimes, spelt diarchy, simply means a fonn of government in which two person* are jointly! vested with supreme power. The word has come into very general, use following upon the introduction in India of the Montagu reform scheme, which only given the people of India partial self-government. Ed.,52 words
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Letter285 1925-03-20 10 To the Kdityr of the Straits Times. Sir,-*-In the Singapore Directory for! 1925 a note is inserted to the effect that; "every precaution has been taken "to prevent errors This should be a superfluous statement, apart from the very astonishing price of this publication,! i.e., £1 155., but285 words
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Article171 1925-03-20 10 Singapore, March. SO. Rubber.— London Is. 7%d. Quiet. Local 67% cents. Tin.— London £246 ss. Local $124 Ms 125 tons sold. Rubbers. Steady. Mentakabs K^tte. buyers at 21 and .-oilers at 24 cents. Pantais have buyers at 77 cents with sellers at 80. Ulu Pandans have171 words
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Article166 1925-03-20 10 Singapore, March 20. Tin £246 5s. up 35s, Local i24%, 125 tons. Rubber.— Is. 7\d. up %d. Local 67%. Rubbers. In spite of all round enquiries, business is very difficult to put I through and quotations remain stationary in most cases. Bassctts offer at 98 cents, j166 words
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171 1925-03-20 10 Rose Macphail and Co.'s Report. (L. R. Macphail.) Singapore, March 20. Rubber.—l/ 7*4--67%. Tin.—£246 ss. 125 tons $184*6. Tin and Rubber have both advanced m price and the market «hows more signs of activity m those sections. Industrials and Loans continue m demand. Rubbers. —New Scudais have been taken at171 words
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Article17 1925-03-20 10 Mrs. Lim Dwan Inn is leaving for Soerabaya on a holiday trip by the Melcbior Treub to-day.17 words
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Article385 1925-03-20 10 Proposed Importation of Irish Blood Stock. The following is the circular issued by! the committee of the Singapore Turf Club in connection with the proposed importation of Irish blood stock "The committee have been in communication with the Ceylon agent of the: Irish Blood Stock Agency, Dublin re-| pai-ding385 words
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Article116 1925-03-20 10 English League Results. [F.tuter Telegram.] London, March 19. League matches played to-day resulted as follows Division I. Blackburn 0, Bury 1. Division 11. Hull 0, Middlesboroogh 0. Belgians Win Army Tournament. [Reuter Telegram.] London, March 19. Paris In the last match of the triangular inter-army football tournament the BelgiansReuter - 116 words
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Article243 1925-03-20 10 S.C.C. Tournament. Yesterday's results were as follows Profession Pain. Col. Haseldine and Maj. Vyvyan v. Lee and Baker, postponed. Bailey and Moss beat Rivers and Platt, 6—o, 6—o. Lt. Phayre and Lt. Bourke beat McMullan and Cave, G—l,G 1, 6—4.6 4. Bell and Hoblyn beat Crawford and Wardell,243 words
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Article22 1925-03-20 10 In the hockey match played yesterday between the V.M.C.A. and Raffles Institution, the latter won after a fast gam* by 4—l.22 words
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Article125 1925-03-20 10 A match Public Services and Law v. Services will stait on the S.C.C. ground to-iay and by 'continued to-morrow. The following will represent the Indian Association against R.E. at Pulau Brani M», Swday B. K. Shah (capt.), P. S. Raju, B. J. Raj.. A. A. Samy,. A. K. Sambur.than125 words
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Article330 1925-03-20 10 Late Wireless Messages From Europe. (Aneta Radio Service to Java.) Nauen, March 14 The London Spectator has a noteworthy editorial pointing out the interesting fact that the mote or less Conservative governments of England and Germany are carrying on a more peaceful policy than the Radical330 words
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Article188 1925-03-20 10 Perjury Charge Brought Against Dying Man. A charge of perjury against an Indian j merchant who was .stated to be m hospi-; Hal m a dying condition was mentioned ]m the Third Police Court this morning. This charge was an echo of a case tried by188 words
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Article307 1925-03-20 10 The annual general meeting of the! Singapore Diocesan Association was held m Kuala Lumpur on March 18, at the Parsonage. The Rev. B. C. Roberts and Mrs. Roberts kindly entertained members to tea before the meeting at which about 80 persons were present. In the absence of307 words
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Article3257 1925-03-20 10 Report of the P. A. M. Sub-Committee. Transport and Charges. The report of the sub-committee of tho Planters' Association of Malaya appointed to inquire into matters connected with the transport and handling of and charges on rubber and also matters relating to the standard qualities committee of the3,257 words
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Advertisement209 1925-03-20 11 Possess the Best m Two Arts. Craftsmanship and Musical Quality are combined most closely to perfection m "HIS MASTER'S VOICE" Instruments. That is why we recommend them. ALL MODELS KEPT IN STOCK. S. Moutrie Co., Ltd. SINGAPORE. Beldam Asbestos Co., Ltd. "LASCAR PACKINGS For economical service and. lasting satisfaction. o209 words
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Advertisement508 1925-03-20 11 A V\l IPQ HOf P I RAFFLIwTsmGAPOM. (Oadaeted imdar tha personal ■■■•rrlttoo a' th. Proprietors). |N SINGAPORE. Grill Room oyen IUJ alatalthi. RAFFLES HOTEL The Popular Rendezvous. GUEST NIGHT Every Tuesday, Thursday «nd Saturday. Dinner and Dancing. TEA DANCES Every Monday and Friday. ORCHESTRAL CONCERTS Every Sunday Night. Further Reduction508 words
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Article373 1925-03-20 12 Par Value. Company. ill Anclo-Malay £J Ayrr Kuninjf #1 Bakap Plantns £1 Bsntcntc £1 Batu C«vm ±1 Batu Kawan £1 Hutu Tifra 21 Bertam Consol. Ml Bidor £1 Bikam 2/ BrooklandR 2/ Bukit Mertajam £1 Bukit Rajah 2/ Bukit Sembawang 2/ Castlefleld 2/ C.horsonese a/ Cheviot373 words
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Article385 1925-03-20 12 How Cobham Prepares For A Flight. Experts agree that Cobham is the finest exponent of cross-country flying, says a Daily Mail Writer, commenting on the recent flight U> India. How does he do it What is it -that makes this calm, quiet-spoken airman, whose eyes seem385 words
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Advertisement21 1925-03-20 12 Cold Storage ICE CREAM Made from Pore Cream STOW FOI*EXI3i:D~ST Oft ACE C?,W (Incorporated m the Straits Settlements) cißißBHs^9^^^^^^^^^^^m^2E V^^mM^K' POWFR21 words
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Advertisement119 1925-03-20 12 produced for your pleasnre under the brand Gold ,i I Spot. Get your tin to-day J^vi WuO"» 1 and judge for yourself! trtuf^ tflvwn \ts MHB^H HHSv^^ BbS y^H 1 %P^*° I £K\ The NATURAL flavour NAVY CUT I Ilil m VIRGINIA CIGARETTES Sty MADE IN LONDON BY ARDATH TOBACCO119 words
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Advertisement762 1925-03-20 13 f CLEANLINESS KITCHEN Food should be pn-pured and cooked under hygienic conditions. A iras cooker makes this possible as it causes neither SMOKE. SOOT nor ASHES.' It is also economical, as ens is only used whilst (he food is being cooked. Gas Cookers, Geysers and other GAS appliances may be762 words
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Advertisement1228 1925-03-20 14 Assets over 15,000,000 B.C Aaraanes la force ovsr $17,000,009. The Great Eastern Life Assurance Co., Ltd. (Incorporated m Straits Settlements.) MEAD OFFICE i Winchester Honse, Singapore. LONDON OFFICE I U. 014 lowry, EC The Company has 120,000 deposited with the Supreme Court of England and complies with the Fritlsh Life1,228 words
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Advertisement398 1925-03-20 14 BANKING THE BANK OF TAIWAN, LIMITED. (Incorporated by B»ecial Charts? U Japan) Capital Subscribed T*0,»00^0« CapiUl PaU-o» ?M>oo<M>oo Reserve Fund 1 Y18.7W.W0 President K. Nakagawa, Esq. Vice-President H. Mori, Xsa. DIRECTORS Q. K.w.sakl, Esq. I D. T»Uta, Esq. M Ksaki. Ysq. I T. Hisamune, Esq. M. Shuto, Esq. HEAD OFFICE398 words
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Advertisement476 1925-03-20 14 INSURANCE COMMERCIAL UNION. ASSURANCE CO., LTD. (Incorporated m England) Fire, Marine, Accident, Guarantee and Motor. Assets £40.000,000 W. A. SlMS— Manager and Underwriter, Eastern Branch, Singapore. The Imperial Fire Office. United with the Alliance Assurance Co., Ltd. (Incorporated m England) 1 and t, Bartholomew Lane, Londoa Established 1803. Capital 1476 words
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Advertisement578 1925-03-20 14 1925 MODELS If you have not y.ei carefully examined the very latest endowments you will be surprised to find so many new features. Are you interested m a model, just for your wife and yourself Or do you wish to include the children. Send ages and receive particulars, S. J.578 words
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Advertisement531 1925-03-20 14 443 LOTS 443 LOTS IMPORTANT AUCTION SALE of magnificent walnut-stained teak household furniture, Standard motor car, cottage piano, pianola and records, iron safe, crockery, silver plated and glsssware, tenni. gear, plants, etc., etc. To be held at Villa Ripsie No. 75-2, Thompson Road, Saturday, March 21, at 1 p.m. Comprising531 words
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Article385 1925-03-20 15 Company Reports, Dividends and Notices. Krt»n Ruhber.— The Krian Rubber Plantations Company recommends dividend for 1924 of 12% per cent., less tax. lleport. will be posted in the course at a few days. Raub. Output for year ended August 31 was 115,173 lbs., compared with 146,628 lbs. previous385 words
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Article290 1925-03-20 15 Valley of the Shadow Of Death. The very name of Harley Street conjures up something grim and sinister in the popular mind, yet in reality a specialist's consulting room differs very little from any other professional man's study while the waiting-room the papers and magazines removed becomes290 words
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Article173 1925-03-20 15 Women provided the liveliest passages m the franchise debate m the House of Commons, and kept the Chamber m roars of laughter. Lady As tor said that she deplored tbe action of the Ministry m butting m" on a private Bill. It wa.not usual, and it173 words
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Article146 1925-03-20 15 Their Royal Higtiness's Prince and Princess Arthur of Connaught arrived m Madras on March 2 from Rangoon by the Kgra, which was about five hours late, the delay being: due partly to the vewel missing tbe tide at the river mouth at Rangoon, and partly to146 words
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Advertisement104 1925-03-20 15 BEFORE YOU DECIDE COME AND SEE THE FAMOUS HUDSON NOW ONLY $3,500 ASK, US ABOUT !T. MALAYAN~MOTORS WEARNE BROS., LTD. Proprietors. 209-212, ORCHARD ROAD, SINGAPORE. M««l> M»MH>HM«»ttH«IIHI>IIH»MMM>mM>IM< UTOLSELEY" 11-22 HP The equipment includes waterproof folding hood, All-weather side screens, electric starting and lighting (5 lamps), adjustable wind screen, spare wheel104 words
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Advertisement294 1925-03-20 15 SUPERTWIST Buy Supertwist Balloons Wlien you are considering Bal- In actual test "SUPERTWIST" loon Tyres ask your dealer has greatly prolonged the life w £fft?T«iL he r y 2, r made with of the tyre. You buy Balloons "SUPERTWIST "-the sensa- for the j r ridi com y fort but294 words
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Advertisement185 1925-03-20 16 EUGENE RIMMEL LTD. LONDON and PARIS. Ptrfaaurs by Appointment to HJL Queen Alexandra and to H.M. The King of Spala. TOILET VINEGAR ESPECIALLY SUITABLE FOR HOT CLIMATES LAVENDER S& WATER IttftVM Rinmel's Celebrated LarI^~nl ef>der Water m v B.*4&^ 3 is known the world orer. Obtainable from all leading Dispensaries185 words
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Advertisement156 1925-03-20 16 Japanese Porcelain Latex Cups New Shipment Just Arrived. QUOTATION AND SAMPLES FROM LEE KIM SOO 20, HIGH STREET. TaUrraa) LBBKIM SOO" WHEN WE WERE VERY YOUNG By A. A. MILNE. Here is a departure from this popular author and dramatist's usual lines. He has always amused and delighted jjrown-up readers156 words
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Advertisement918 1925-03-20 16 fIAVIFIFn AIWFRTISFMFNTS Vli/maJOU 1 1 jl f [\jj I Ull 1 luJul'LLill IL/ The PREPAID charges for Wants, For Sale, To Let, etc., m ordinary close set type (average six words -to line> arc Per line: One insertion 28 centa, two ins. 46 ets., three ins. 84 ets., four ins.918 words
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Advertisement795 1925-03-20 16 LAND AND HOUSES TO LET, 114, Cecil St. Apply 8, Malacca gt. TO LKT. 34, Shrewsbery Road. Apily 22, Sangel Road. TO LET, furnished, 47, CairnhlU Road. Apply Sandilands Buttery ft Co. ~TO~LET7 37 Balmoral Road. Apply Wee Man Cheow, Straits Steamship Co. TO LET, No. 16S, Waterloo Street, Singapore.795 words
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Advertisement177 1925-03-20 16 TWO SIGHT ME!! GLASSES Give pcrfact vision to tboae requiring different rights for Reading and Distant Vision. johnlxjke, F. 8.0 A., F.S.M.C., Ophthalmic Optician. 11, BATTERY KOAD. SINGAPORE. British Electro-Plating Works (A. SHEFFIELD) are doinx the BEST WORK m NICKEL and SILVER PLATING at moderate cost, isr.-a, ORCHARD ROAD. u177 words
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Advertisement388 1925-03-20 16 THI HANDY ROYAL ATLAS h>24 EDITION THE HANDY ROYAL ATLAS U ilcdcu...: by Rpecial B*rmiision to 11.R.H. The )':ir<t jf Wales, and this editiin m produced fur the British Empire Exhibition, of which the Prince of Wales was Presiden', All the latest Treaties, such as those dealinir with Turkey and388 words
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