The Straits Times, 26 September 1925
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Title Section13 1925-09-26 1 The Straits Times No. 27,978 SINGAPORE, SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 1925. PRICE 10 CENTS13 words
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Advertisement211 1925-09-26 1 nESTEc£a9 CEC E Bl^^ OFTEN "WHIPPED" NEVER BEATEN IF YOU HAVE BEEN TO SWITZERLAND You will understand why Milk produced there is generally accepted as the finest in the World. IF YOU HAVE VISITED THE ALPS UflLfe You will also readily understand why "BEAR BRAND" is known throughout $l wtJlL211 words
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Advertisement134 1925-09-26 1 American Eveready and Franco Flashlights and Batteries JPf&P 2671 Fibre l'jxGT,. 2311 SI. To Hgfl|| 2G72 Nickel l'jx'.' 1 3511 S:..7.> 2641 Nickel .Till PMHttMfiiHiiray M^l NON-FOCUSSING TORCHES, flWfi^P^fliTj 6763 Nickel 1 1 'I x 0 3511 $5.00 W|g0S^£§gjL/J 3511 67S2 Fibre iy« x 6';. 2311 S.'?.:.O Battery. 6783 Fibre134 words
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Article1255 1925-09-26 2 The Crumblirtg of the Houses Of Parliament. Professor Beresford Pite, wlio holds the Chair of Architecture in the Royal College of Art, South Kensington, describes in the following article in the Observer, the history of the stone facing upon the Houses of Parliament whose decay under1,255 words
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Advertisement363 1925-09-26 2 Meal-time miseryIndigestion Why suffer the agonies of indigestion after every meal when you car. obtain instant relief with 'Bisurated' Magnesia— the world's greatest remedy for all digestive disorders? 'Bisurated' Magnesia rcmovts the cause of the trouble by neutralising acidity and preventing fermentation. The <3' Jlc j^st, safest and surest way363 words
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Advertisement238 1925-09-26 2 HNGWQRMSON CIDLH EAD Had To Cut Hair. Itched Badly. Healed by Cuticura. "My child wms troubled with ringworms on the front of her bead. I h«d to have her t»ii cut off for the trouble soon spread all over her head and itched badly. I could not take her m238 words
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Advertisement71 1925-09-26 2 THE PREMIER QUALITY BUTTER OF AUSTRALIA OBTAINABLE AT ALL GROCERS. TYPEWRITERS Improved Model Price reduced to $9O PATERSQN SIMORS CO LTD, 'The WjraHonless Twin-Qjlmda? Douglas TWO-SPEED KICK START FLYWHEEL Clutch Model $450.00. A Twin is Best and Douglas is the Best Twin. COBB Co. 149-151, CECIL STREET. The first essential71 words
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Article324 1925-09-26 3 1,800 Storms m Progress Over the Globe. In an official publication of the Meteorological Office, Mr. C. E. P. Brooks, after a careful survey of all the existing data, estimates that there are in progress over the globe at any one moment 1,800 thunderstorms. An English observer324 words
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Article238 1925-09-26 3 A Solution of the Problem Of Unemployment. Mr. Godfrey Cheesman, general secretary of the National Union of Manufacturers, m an interview on the unemployment problem, recalled that last year an organisation, of which he is hon. director, known as British Empire Goods," was called into being. The238 words
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Article179 1925-09-26 3 Judging Hilarity for A Prize. The whole gamut of laughter was tested in novel competition on the Victoria Pier, Folkestone, in mail week to decide* the laughing championship of the district. A competitor from Bishop Auckland, Durham, aged nearly 50, won easily with an effort adjudged to be179 words
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Advertisement295 1925-09-26 3 "U.E." SCRAP WASHER <ru-M> AN EFFICIENT RUBBER WASHING MACHINE AT A VERY CHEAP PRICE. Manufactured entirely m our own Workshops. Sizes 70, 100 and 200. Approximate Capacity 70. 130. 250 pounds per hour. SCRAP WASHERS. Booklets on application. SI^BSI^sHs^SSSSSsV lI.I.ISTRATION OF SIZE 200 (FRONT VIEW.) ALL SIZES IN STOCK. ENQUIRIES295 words
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Advertisement1209 1925-09-26 3 WOMEN'S favourites. STEAMER SAILINGS STEAMER SAILINGS Thousands of discriminating women favour S^^E^^ZS^SZ^^l^^lsrss^Z^^l^^^ss: Pinkettes above all others forms of laxative .m. m c ce t d rU>y us a c 'na'tV" Wtf JMHHfIL^ NORDDEUTSGHER LLOYD Fa'r'^h 1 me m butea make them equally popu PASSENGER SERVICE. To restore daily regularity, to1,209 words
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Advertisement448 1925-09-26 4 SHMEI SAUJHU P. 0.-British India Apcar Lines TlneorporaUd to I.gl.nd) HAIL AND PASSENGER AND CARGO SERVICES 1 P.NINSULAB AND ORIENTAL 8. N. CO. Uad.r Contract with Hi. M.Je.ty1. Government. LONDON AND FAB EAST MAIL SERVICE TOffl,™ V2SS- FOB -=7W7SVT\ karmala ks Toi: 2 S iSs si >. s«nu i.C n448 words
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Advertisement454 1925-09-26 4 STBtHHI UUHtt E^E^^l§K^ yU>^^ wThe Bloc 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. —tSL!-L- WEEKLY SERVICE-LONDON AND N. CONTINENT 8 sarsJjsss- stcssj.-; ig '.SSSS 1 IeR-o^d^.^TH^7G'- §JH !"■«<>» M.r.eille., London,454 words
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Advertisement441 1925-09-26 4 ITEAIIEW SftBJMS K. M» JJS!L. No S6W with .»b^onn«<tion. to P«..g^ Freight. Tr.uhip-.-t. Dept... and M.n.ger. De.k. DwnoiraiTMTATIVR for SinL'auore and Straits Settlement*: cf the Sli wSi W'RPAII OF JAVA OFFICIAL TOLRIST ISUKEAU Ul JAVA. AU in form,tion, .upplying of detailed iiineraries, free of char Ce. Apply X.P.M. .^r,^, 2—n'^Xr-0e1ee,,,,2441 words
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Advertisement567 1925-09-26 5 STEAiEB 3JULWH Ellcrmaii Bucknall C\ f* V A 1 I A I Tfl UHtaill^ilip VV.. LflUt (Ineorforated m England) tmt 44 CB I STDIiAM I llfir H kLLaVniflKn LINI. c Passenger And freight services TO UNITED KINGDOM AND CONTINENT via port* and suez canal FREIGHT SERVICES r.s. CITY OF PEKIN567 words
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Advertisement705 1925-09-26 5 STCAMW SA-UWSS SSL RuSaf." TlAnntt SerVKe DUUKiIALL I INC with C C M ITn LUli 9-> UU LIU. (Incorporated m England) L L 1 1 JOINT SERVICE to BOSTON NEW YORK and BALTIMORE via SUEZ er PANAMA. rDftu MPW VHRIf fKUJW !Nl!i>V IUKJV «i,.m.r Due Spore Route For RHESUS Oct.705 words
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Advertisement687 1925-09-26 5 STEAMER SAILINGS Burns Fhilp Lkie (Incorporated m AustraU.) For Sydney, Melbourne, via java, dar^in THURSDAY ISLAND and BRISBANE Regular monthly sailing by the well known steamers MARELLA (7375 tons) and MONTORO (5,000 tons). The s.s. MARELI.A is the largest and finest steamer trading to Australia, Cabins de luxe, single berth687 words
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Advertisement369 1925-09-26 6 fL -|\/T"DT~» A AJjrlAlVl±slXiL (TAN CHENG KEE CO., LTD.. ProprU tor.) From Friday, September 25, to Wednesday, ftapteftlbw .-,0. PHOTODRAMAS EXTRAORDINARY In the Second Show, commencing ul <J p.m. A PICTtRE OF SPECIAL INTEREST TO THE JEWISH COMMUNITY. It is an K«od as. if not better than, that Groat Melodrama369 words
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Advertisement263 1925-09-26 6 "GrifHth-out-Griftithed!" AT SURINA THEATRE, TO-NIGHT! ww 8Q N<-th BridK« Road. Telephone No. 289. P'^n The Ufa-Delca SpCCial M U |M |K% Q If 0 C D I C II Gil I 111 illl O UILVI jrsrß» Duration about 3 houra. St.nd.rd.-The Nibe.un 8s is mi Khty picture, nothing like it263 words
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Advertisement281 1925-09-26 6 estabushcd ias* x\W% /%S >V yfy O VjL JOl E Still kadllll* Rftm 18^4 C_J O AOC DOr" 10J^ S T1 1925 J > VS/ vMANILA "ANCHOR" Brand **^'VIIVH MJ M. UllH w w w^ fcJtUfA fVI Al\l I W(MIP FUI C lUailllU IW^^ was the first Manila Rope nianufactured281 words
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Article233 1925-09-26 7 I1XTIRKS. Saturday, September 26 High Water, ::.uC, a.m., 3.21 p.m. Malacca IliRii TI<U, 12.40 p.m., 4 It. 7 in. .M. M. hciim ■Wii.-il mail closed, 6 p.m. Aaatralaaia Mail closes, fi p.m. Suniliij. September 27 lli|;!i Water, Ml a.m., 4.49 p.m. Mulncra High Tide, 1.20 a.m., 4233 words
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Article175 1925-09-26 7 .i;bcr 2C. Ships alongside Mm Wharves or expected to arrive. KEri-Ki. HAuuorn. Muin Wl ira. The Cable ,.i:..l. 1;. Aug. Kessiei Oil Wharf Co»l Wharf V&8SHJ IN DRY DOCK. Taajaag Rajar ■>. Dock Nil Victoria Dock Nil Krppil Harbour Dm tish Li c ht Mo. 1 Kirk175 words
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Article166 1925-09-26 7 T«-day. Bi«Hi i n Slaa (Bar) 3 p.m Jam, Bouth-Weil Sumatra, Southi IS... Moluccas Inn) 3 p.m I n.m Baaka 1 ..n.l, 1'ladjoe and Palem- n-uiiri 4 p.m Java, Scuth-Wi-st .Sumatra, SouthE»«t Borneo, Celebes, Molucca! and Timor Hilly (Van Watrwyek) 4 p.m Tnnjonc Hair; an, I Labocan166 words
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Article33 1925-09-26 7 I. P. Coen EE Kirt.ljani M»p«ipnin Left S'pore Aug. 14 Aur. 14 Aug. 20 An*. 21 Anr 17 Arrd. Loadon Sept. 9 Sept. S Sept. 14 S»pt 17 Sopt. 2133 words
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Article232 1925-09-26 7 EXCHANGE. Singapore, September 2R. On London, Bank 4 m/s 8/4 16/81 Demr.nil 2/4 5/32 Private 3m. credits 2/4 On New York^ Demand J»* Private 90 d/i 58% On France, Bank T. T. 1,150 On India, Bank T. T. 154 On Honjrkone, Bank d/d 6>4 pc. prem. On232 words
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56 1925-09-26 7 I'alfl Crepe Closing Prices Buyers. Sellers. Spot Spot Dct. Oct. 3ct-Dec Ott.-Dec. ian. -March J;;n.-March Bibbed Smoked Sheet Closing Prices Buycrn. Sellers. 1.30 LMVi 1.29 1.30 1.24 Ltttt 1.11 Ul Tone of Market Quiet. Latest London cables quote Spot »hect 3s. 5d. •>rC- DAILY56 words
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Article251 1925-09-26 7 Issue Val. Pd. Buyers Seller* £1 XI Asam Kumbang 50'- 1 1 Batanjr Padang 0.64 0.6G xd. 1 1 Hitam Tin 1.1', 1.50 £1 £1 ldris Hydraulics 50 51/- xd. 1 1 Johan Tin 0.53 0.58 10/-10/-Kampong 5V 3 51/- cd £1 U Kamuntinc Tin .W6 r )0/C cd.251 words
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Article116 1925-09-26 7 tl XI O. Mil. AOUfcCCtl O.U.U O.f.O 10 10 Central Engine* 4.50 5.50 11 i'! B. Smeltiiifr Co. 12.10 12.H0 10 10 Fraser Xeave 52.00 52.50 xd. !00 100 Hammer Co. 193.00 197.00 100 100 Katz Bros. def. 160.00 160.00 .0 10 Mexican bfia 17/- 18/0 10 Malacca Electrfc116 words
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Article99 1925-09-26 7 Issue Val. Pd. Buyers Sellers U. bff i> p.c. $1,234,300 510 p.c. pm Spore Electric Tramway. 5 p.e. 10 S'por, Municipal 5p A SETS ,M 510 P>C S pore Municipal 4H p.e. of 1907 $1,600,000 90 p.c dis-par Spore Mnnicipal 4% p.d. of 1909 $1,000,000 96 p.c. dis-par Issue99 words
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Article377 1925-09-26 7 Fruer and Co. and Ly«!l »nd Ev»tt s Qootmtlona. To-day'i Prices Fraser Lyall Co. Evatt. Allenby ($1) 2.70 2.80 2.G0 2.70 Alor Gajah ($1) 1JM 2.O.") 1.80 1.90 A. Htam ($5t 17.50 18.50cd. 16.00 17.00 A. jvuninK «1) 0.80 0.85 0.80 O.SK) An-il. Malay (*2) :uo :uo :;.2O377 words
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Advertisement986 1925-09-26 7 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS Other Classified Advts., see page 16. WANTS FOR SALE, ETC WANTED, LEMONS m typewriting Undtrwood preferable. Stnte particulars and salary required. Underwood, c, o Straitt Times. |p) Christmas Island Villa, next to Beach House has vacant rooms. Apply Mrs. Foster, (lp^ WANTED, second-hand two-seater or fourcenter motor car.986 words
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Advertisement84 1925-09-26 7 To-nißht To-night I AT THE NEW WORLD SHOWS JAi.AN BE.SAR. KEI.AXTAN M AK-YONC;, OPEN AIR CINK.MA, etc. The Calcutta Koyal I'arsee Opera will stage A 1.1 RAM and 40 Thieves. THE CmToPERA will pr«MM Shakespeare 'm Tracedy OTHKLLO To-morrow Sun Jay. Seplc-mbcr 27. A (irand Kairv Play BLUE BEARD will84 words
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Advertisement82 1925-09-26 7 To-morrow, Sunday A Real Malay Comedy MUSANG BERJANGGOT will b<> stage THE STAR OPERA The Premier Malay Opera m Singapore Composed only 01 high-class Malay Entertainers. AT THE THEATRE ROYAL, North Bridge Road. TO-NIGHT Noted for its Mysterious Art THE MYSTERIOUS BOOK K. Dean takes the title part. K. H.82 words
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Advertisement429 1925-09-26 7 "pSDHCIQEiCI pRAMRDZsg "T%RICES jf H m r^RoPERLY jd* y S JL OPULAR k y^i I4UALI I I yj THE TRUTH ABOUT STYLE AND REPUTATION. /f\ TIGIU HKAD [(RAM) JS****^ ii'? ih h ")"i itHI mm l k thc can nI V fc'Ct the best style and nail «,o by ,T'429 words
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Advertisement218 1925-09-26 7 TO LET OFFICES GODOWNS, ETC. Offices m the Arcade. 7-b 11 and 11-b, D'Almeida Street. 1, Collyer Quay. 16 and 17, Raffles Quny. 3. Robinson Road. 10 and 18 (first floors) nn<! 22, Chnnjfe Alley. 40, Seah Im Road. 234 and 23C, Havelock Road. 7, 9, 19, 21, 20, 31,218 words
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Miscellaneous61 1925-09-26 7 METEOROLOGICAL REPORT. Kandanjr Kcrbau Station. (By Courtesy o( Cn\ prnment Health Office) For the 21 hour* rndlnf aj Midnight on ibei -.'>. Ittt. iaa •viip Min. ihadr temperature 71.1 F T'.i 1 K i radiation 1 HJ f itJon k Sen i.!,):. Kl F I i at urc T.'..'.i I"61 words
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989 1925-09-26 8 The Straits Times SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26. RUBBER ANXIETIES. It is very r.eces; ury to impress upon all who arc depending on supplies of raw rubber that the release of a higher percentage, may not be instantly followed by larper supplies flowing into the market. An experience such as planters had989 words
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Article33 1925-09-26 8 It is said that sea-damaged rubber can be salvaged along the coast of Port Dickson by any vigilant observer who has the time and coupons to spare to make it worth his while.33 words
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Article39 1925-09-26 8 Both the Medical and Health Depait ments are shortly to be augmented by supplementary doctors, writes a Serembcn conespondent to the Malay Mail. Dr. F ield, formerly attached to the District Hospital, Kuala Lumpur, has already gono to Seremban.39 words
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Article51 1925-09-26 8 Mr. I.im Kirn Choon, managing clerk to Mr. Kit S. Khong, solicitor, Ipoh, has had a slice of good luck, a rich vein of tin having been uncovered at his Gedon? Mine, at Bidor, reports the Malay Mail. Not long ago Mr. Kirn Choon refused an inviting offer for the51 words
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Article48 1925-09-26 8 The monthly meeting will be held at the Y.W.C.A. Hostel 8, Fort Canning Road on Monday at 5.30 p.m. Afternoon tea will be served at 4.30 p.m. Friends nnd strangers are invited to come for this social hour. The Rev. E. G. Semple will give the devotional address.48 words
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Article58 1925-09-26 8 It will be interesting to some persons to learn that the Sing Ka Po Chung Wa Mo T.i But Si Wui has ceased to exist according to a notification m the Government Gazette. It might be explained thati the aforesaid Sing Ka Po Chung Wa Mo Ta But Si Wui58 words
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Article53 1925-09-26 8 By the courtesy of Sir Ronald Ross the Ross Institute and Hospital for Tropical Diseases is exhibiting m the Ceylon Pavilion at the British Empire Exhibition his original notebook, opened at the page showing the actual observations which led to his wonderful di3covsery of the transmission of malaria through the53 words
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Article12 1925-09-26 8 The Rubber* Restriction Amendment Ordinance has not been disallowed by the King.12 words
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Article14 1925-09-26 8 Mr. A. J. Minjoot is to act temporarily ar. Deputy Registrar, Supreme Couit, Malacca.14 words
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Article22 1925-09-26 8 Nelda Ring has arrived from Hongkong with special gowns for the October Races. These can be seen at Room 152, Raffles Hotel.22 words
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Article27 1925-09-26 8 The Memon Association will be at home at 9, Cecil Street, from 4 to 6 p m. to-morrow m honour of the birthday of the Prophet Mohamed.27 words
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Article25 1925-09-26 8 Three months from September 19,. the Kelantan Gold Mines Limited, will be struck off the Register of Companies, unless cause be shown to the contrary.25 words
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Article30 1925-09-26 8 The Thong Boon Too Poh Tey, Singapore, has been dissolved, as it was being used for a purpose incompatible with the objects as set out m the Register of Societies.30 words
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Article27 1925-09-26 8 Between December and May next at least eight large tourist ships are due to arrhe m Singapore each vessel carrying up to 400 or 500 round-the-world passengers.27 words
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Article27 1925-09-26 8 The Tomashina Maru, with a crew of thirty-four, foundered m a storm, on September 15, off the Pescadores. Six persons were drowned and the remainder are missing.27 words
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Article33 1925-09-26 8 The Malaya, which has been m the dockyard hands at Malta, was timed to complete her refit on August 31. She was to rejoin the First Battle Squadron on September 9 at Lemnos.33 words
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Article39 1925-09-26 8 The final Supply Bill for 1925, for making final provision for the public srrvice for 1924 requires the sum of $1,370,244, to meet expenses under various heads. On other heads of the estimates there is a saving of $2,232,048.39 words
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Article35 1925-09-26 8 At a meeting of those interested m the welfare of St. George's Church, Penang, it was decided to hold a carnival with the usual sides shows, to be followed by a dance to raise funds.35 words
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Article34 1925-09-26 8 The Theory of Evolution and its Bearing upon Religion will be the subject of the sfrmon m Wesley Church, Fort Canning Road, to-morrow at 5.30 p.m. by the Minister, the Rev. Edwin F. Lee.34 words
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Article32 1925-09-26 8 At a meeting of the committee of the Selangor Coast Club, held on the 22nd instant, Sir Malcolm Watsrn was reelected President of the Club and Mr. Kow Tiam Chuan, hon. secretary.32 words
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Article41 1925-09-26 8 On return from his recent holiday m France, Father Auriol has been stationed m Singapore as Superior of St. Francis Seminary m Punjol Road. He will perform the 8 a.m. high mass to morrow m the Cathedral of The Good Shepherd.41 words
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Article33 1925-09-26 8 The China Express has the following On dt that an officer m the Crown Agent's engineering department has been appointed to succeed Mr. Anthony as general manager of the Federated Malay States Railways.33 words
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Article38 1925-09-26 8 The Consul for France informs exporters to France that according to the new financial law, vise is no longer required on invoices for the following products hides (fresh, dried or salted) oleaginous seeds or fruits rubber, gutta-percha, talata.38 words
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Article44 1925-09-26 8 Mr. V. G. Savi, C.P.0., Perak, was expected m Kuala Lumpur yesterday. Mr. Savi is attending a meeting of representatives of the F.M.S. Police from all districts la consider the formation of a Co-opera-tive Thrift and Loan Society for the members of the force.44 words
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Article45 1925-09-26 8 The Hospitals Board has appointed the following ladies as members of the Ladies Visiting Committee to King Edward VII Maternity Hospital, Penang Mrs. H. V. P. Samuel vice Mrs. N. A. M. Griffin resigned and Mrs. Ong Huck Chye vice Mrs. Mah Tai Goh resigned.45 words
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Article58 1925-09-26 8 The Right Rev. Louis Perrichon Coadjutor Bishop of Malacca assisted by the Revs V. Renard (the vicar of the Church of Immaculate Conception, PuloTikus) Louis Riboud (the vicar of St. Joseph's Bagan Serai) officiated at the christening of three new chime bells for the Church of St. Francis Xavier on58 words
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Article64 1925-09-26 8 Malaya and Hongkong were both represented m a large Empire delegation which visited Hull to see for themselves how comprehensive are the quays for handling fruit, the warehouses for storing grain and meat, the sheds for holding wool, and how expeditiously, with the aid of the London and North-Eastern Railway,64 words
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Article73 1925-09-26 8 By the Empress of Russia, which left Hongkong on September 17 Mr. J. A. McArthur, sub-manager of the Hongkong and Shanghai Book, is bound for home via Canada accompanied by Mrs. McArthur, Mr. S. Church, of the International Banking Corporation, was booked for Yokohama to take up new a appointmont73 words
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Article102 1925-09-26 8 Thc question of insufficient accommodation for European visitors at the Station Hotel, Ipoh, was referred to at this week's meeting of the Kinta Sanitary Board. Mr. Sturrock, the chairman, read a letter from Dr. Temple, of Teluk Anson, complaining that he was unable to obtain a room at the Station102 words
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Article488 1925-09-26 8 Mr. B. Nunn is appointed an unofficial rustcc of the Penang Free School. Sir William and Lady Murison arc among the guests at the HoU'l Royal, Dieppe. Mr. A. W. Hamilton is appointed to act as Director, Political Intelligence Bureau, Straits Settlements and KM S. Mr. C.488 words
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Article25 1925-09-26 8 From China and Japan, by Eumaeus, due at Singapore at 5.30 pin. to-day. From Indo-China, by Amboise, due at Singapore 4 p.m. to-morrow.25 words
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Article57 1925-09-26 8 While two Cantonese women were returning along Park Road yesterday, after playing mah-jong at a friend's hou 7 c, one of the women was stopped by a Hokicn and stabbed. Her comp-i-nion interfered and received a fatal lb wound. The assailant has not yet been arrested,57 words
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Article82 1925-09-26 8 The Secretary of State for the Colonies has sent a telegram to the Officer Administering the Government approving the draft scheme for the General Clerical Service which is to come into force as from January 1, 192-1. Under this scheme Class 111 commences at $6(50 and rises82 words
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Article122 1925-09-26 8 Fro.m the Straits Times of September 20, 1865. The appearance of the town is rapidly improving from the addition of new handsome buildings, and tlw Municipal Commissioners have resolve.i t> widen some of our narrowest thoroughfares. A steamer was launched from th building yard of Messrs. Buyer-122 words
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Advertisement193 1925-09-26 8 vfCIODGr Races SPECIALLY SELECTED ASSORTMENTS OF NEW LUNERY, FROCKS, *r SUNSHADES, TRIMMINGS, RIBBONS SHOES. Johti Little Co., Ltd. t Incorporated m England) SINGAPORE. JOHN TANNS SAFES Are the outcome of the knowledge and experience gained during 130 years of Safe Making. They are the cheapest Safes m the world upon193 words
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Advertisement171 1925-09-26 8 ALHAMBRA TO-NIGHT at 9. THE OATH (Featuring MIRIAM COOPER and CONWAY TEARLE) 8 Reels. ACROSS THE WORLD BY ZEPPELIN 4 Reels. In the First Show at 7.30 p.m. HUNGRY HEARTS 7 Reels. TAN CHENG KEE CO., LTD., Proprietors New Chappell Pianos NOW IN STOCK it THE ROBINSON PIANO COMPANY LIMITED.171 words
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Advertisement51 1925-09-26 8 On Other Pages. Pag*. Finance and Commerce 7 Shipping and the Mails 7 Meteorological Report 7 Kcuter Telegrams Garoet Murder- Latest Development Municipal Commission Meeting H A Tonnkang Wrecked America and Rubber Chinese Gungs Riot 10 Union Building Opened 10 Sporting Intelligence 10 Correspondence .10 Passengers I' l Church Services51 words
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Article472 1925-09-26 9 Opening of the Washington Conference. French Offer Considered Unacceptable. [reuter telegram.] London, September 25. Washington The French debt funding MgOtiatioM will trin seriously to-day. M. Caillaux has alrcaily tabled a definite offer which he says he wrote himself on board ship ami on whii-h his colleagues areReuter - 472 words
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Article41 1925-09-26 9 [reuter telegram.] I.'iMilon, S-ptembcr K. Borne The m|Mi for the lejral protection (if workers, amalgamated with the Inttniatiuiiil Association to Combat Unfnijiloynx nt, passed a icsolution dealing with the Washiiitfton ei^ht hour conventiat :n;<l labour conilitions in China.Reuter - 41 words
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Article32 1925-09-26 9 [REUTEB TELEGRAM.] London. September _'.">. Cape Town The K.linburjrh Castle and the Guildford CMtk have sailed. The fcirmvr was wholly manned hy he:- ci iijinal crew and tho Uuter pni tially.Reuter - 32 words
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Article32 1925-09-26 9 [REUTER TELEGRAM.] London, Sr|>U-m!>cr -">. Shanghai S.il.litrs lind M strikers in a Japanese cotton mill at Pootuntr who refused to vacate the mill and resisted the military efforts at iJtcttM.Reuter - 32 words
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Article69 1925-09-26 9 [REUTER TELEGRAM.] London, September 25 Tokio It is learned from an official source that the Soviet Embassy at Tokio requested the Japanese Government to relax the police restrictions on the four Russian delegates. It is understood that the Japanese Home Office made some concessions, but as constantReuter - 69 words
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Article66 1925-09-26 9 [reuter telegram.] London, September 25. Geneva In connection with the despatch of a League commission to investigate the deportations in Mosul, it is now learned that the Turks will have to po to Angora before replying. Consequently the Council of the League will meet on Monday toReuter - 66 words
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Article60 1925-09-26 9 [REUTER TELEGRAM.] London, September 25. The total deaths in the Royal Air Force owinpr to crashes in England and North Ireland during the past five weeka have been raised to 14 as the result of two Air Force aeroplanes colliding in mid air near Saffron Waldon, Essex,Reuter - 60 words
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Article17 1925-09-26 9 [REUTEB TELEGRAM.] London, September 25. Kagoshima The Italian airman Col de Pinedo has arrived.Reuter - 17 words
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Article138 1925-09-26 9 Tongkang Lost Off Johore Coast. The loss of a tongkang, off the Johore coast, and the rescue of the crew after eight hours m the sea, was told by the survivors when they arrived by the Hye Leong from Malacca this morning. It appears that this tongkang,138 words
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Article158 1925-09-26 9 (By Courtesy of the Nanyo Nichi-Niehi Shimbunsha). Tokio, September 24. The death is announced of General Yuhi. The Italian aviator Col. di Pinedo has arrived at Kushikino in Kagoshima. Everything is in readiness in Japan to welcome the flyer. A wire from Canton says that General Chen158 words
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Article216 1925-09-26 9 A good deal of spade work has been done m connection with the new Batu I'crringlr Water Supply Scheme which, it is expected, will take about three years to complete. It is only when the new upply can be fallen back upon that the catchment area216 words
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Article419 1925-09-26 9 Further Advance by French Forces. Coming Offensive by Spanish Section. [muter telegram.] London, September 25. Fez It is announced that the French position at Kiffane has been extended by the occupation of the heights of Jebel Ruchun, and thus the centre of interest has moved from the419 words
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Article218 1925-09-26 9 Hongkong Dealers Importing From Singapore. It is highly probable that the Government's depot at Wanshai for the selling of firewood will be closed soon, since the Chinese vendors have a sufficient stock in hand now, reports the Hongkong Daily Press. Since the closing of the West River districts218 words
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Article79 1925-09-26 9 The Public Service in 1926. The Supply Ordinance, 1925, for making provision for the Public Service for the year 1926 will be intiodu-jod intj the Legislative Council at the next meeting. The <-xpi.-:idiM re lor that yeir had beer, estimate.! at $28,507,397 *nd inclujjs Si us. 1 „j on pensions,79 words
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Article145 1925-09-26 9 Why Mr. Kirton Was Detained. (Aneta's Service.) Batavia, September 25. A guest at the same hotel where Mr. Kirton stayed at Garoct gave the police the information which caused them to request Mr. Kirton to delay his departure for Australia. The guest declared that Mr. Kirton when he145 words
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Article290 1925-09-26 9 Active Police Inquiries Continue. Batavia, September 26. The murder investigation is now in the hands of the well-known prosecutor Mr. Einthoven. Interviewed at Sourabaya, Mr. Kirton said he was requested by the police to delay his departure as it was thought he might be able to assist290 words
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Article143 1925-09-26 9 The Crude Rubber and Foreign Produce Corporation of New York, now represented locally by Mr. G. J. M. Keulcmans, has sept us the latest available information as to the rubber position m America. The following figures will be of interest Consumption Crude rubber January to June 208,856143 words
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Article124 1925-09-26 9 An ordinance to amend the Census Ordinance is about to be introduced into the Legislative Council. The objects and reasons state The public interest may necessitate the furnishing of information as to the number of inhabitants m any Settlement or part thereof. In order to initiate a124 words
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Article5171 1925-09-26 9 Mr/Lornie's Statement To The Commissioners. Impossibility of Rebuilding Singapore. The impossibility of rebuilding the slums of Singapore within a reasonable time was stressed by Mr. James Lornie, Deputy President of the Municipal Commissioners, at the meeting held yesterday m the course of an important statement regarding this5,171 words
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Article32 1925-09-26 10 The Royal Parsee Opera of Calcutta opened their season at the New World Snows, last evening, to a crowded house. To-nitfht Ali Baba and the Forty Theives will be staged.32 words
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Article151 1925-09-26 10 According to the Toronto Globe, the result of the increased demand for gain it Canada will be higher price levels and a great extension of the area under cultivation. Professor East does not seem to have considered the fact that m the Dominion only a portion of the151 words
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Article118 1925-09-26 10 Police Break Up Society Disturbance. Prompt action by special police controls broke up a serious fight between rival Chinese secret society gangs in China Street, off Croas Street last night. The firing: of a shot over the heads of the crowd by a Bengali conslabb frightened the rioter*,118 words
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Article107 1925-09-26 10 Business Gathering at Opening Ceremony. Union Building, the palatial home of the Union Insurance Society of Canton, and the centre of its activities throughout Malaysia, was formally opened at mid-day this morning in the presence of a. large gathering of the mercantile and bu -mess community. Mr. J.107 words
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Letter50 1925-09-26 10 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, I hereby accept Messrs. Martin and Co.'s challeiiKe to race the winner of the Johore Trophy any Sunday morning: after the 27th inst., as I am othsrwise engaged on that date. Yours, etc., FAIR PLAY. Singapore, September 25. 1925.50 words
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Letter208 1925-09-26 10 The Cornish City The Cornish City. (Captain D. P.| James), a sister ship of the Ltxds City, which was recently lost off tne J-.iva coast, is now m port and is proceedine on Sunday t'> Batu Pahat, where she load* 7.600 tons of iron-ore fir Wakamatsj, Japan, discharging part of208 words
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Article129 1925-09-26 10 The Municipal health statement for the week ending September 19 gives the total number of deaths as 20:5, representing death rate of 26.63 per millc per annum compared with 32.1-1 m the preceding week and with 27.84 m the corresponding week of last year. The chief causes129 words
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Article65 1925-09-26 10 The annual graduating exercises of the Malaysian Union Seminary, 399-1, Upper Serangoon Road, will be held on Wednesday, beginning at 8 p.m. Seminary-ma;le articles, the work of industrial students, will be on display m the industries exhibit. Very good towelling and Manila embroideries will be attractive features65 words
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Article59 1925-09-26 10 For the past one or two years much talk has been going on that gold would ba found m great quantity m West Borneo. The Government at last sent an engineer to do some boring at Landak, Merjoeke, Sedoeloeng, Engtawak, and other places, and after 183 bores had been sunk59 words
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Article66 1925-09-26 10 Several amendments of the Rubber Restriction Rules arc published m the Government Gazette. Assessments arc to be issued as soon after September 1, as possible a new scale is published for the adjustment of standard production, of holdings over 25 acres m area and a new rule deals with stocks66 words
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Article437 1925-09-26 10 Sussex Win Inspiriting Cup Tie. The meeting between the Royal Sussex and the S.C.K.A. second eleven at the Stadium yesterday afternoon was quite the best game that the Cup competition has produced. The Regiment won by thv only goal of the match, and thus entered the semi-final round of437 words
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Article462 1925-09-26 10 Enlries for Kuala Lumpur Meeting. Appended are the entries for the Amateur Athletic Association of British Malaya meeting to be held at Kualu Lumpur next Friday and Saturday. Theiv are no cntiies from th« S.C.C., but Sinjrapore is representod by c impetitors from other clubs. Then: are five462 words
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Article54 1925-09-26 10 The following will represent the V.M.C.A. against the R.E. on Monday on the Telok Ayer yround J. V. Moss E. G. Wheatley and C. A. Pennefather R. Lyne, F. H. Lamothp and R. R. Mehta M. Catchatoor, E. V. Smith, H. G. Stack (capt.). A. N. Katvnl land E.54 words
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Article34 1925-09-26 10 A 1 1.000 Championship. [Reuter Telegram! London, September 2."». At Rickmansworth in the News of the World £1.000 god final over 36 holes Cdmpston, North Manchester, beat G«(ld, Roehampton, l>y I ;ind LReuter - 34 words
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Article302 1925-09-26 10 TangUn Club Tournament. YtoteWbfk result Miss Griflith-Jones and FUeBfr innt Mrs. Mc-Lay nn<l Piwtia, I, ~7'- Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton boat Mrs. Miller ami Poyser. "J— 7, 8—10, 6—1. A Tennis l'layinj; Family. In an open tnurnampnt at SherinRham. Norfolk, Mr. L B. Giiunt. tonne iy wtJ known302 words
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Article50 1925-09-26 10 The following ill represent the S.R.C. against the K.K. Sport- Club to-niorr at 2 p.m. at Pulo B;ani M. G. Anthonist, T. Laijaataa. Dr. W. F. Crnmegn R- Pcarse, C. A. Norris. (i. Scharenguivel, S. D, Oehlers, G. H. Kraal, A. W. Moiuiia, C. J D' Cotta, C. Angoa,50 words
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Article548 1925-09-26 10 Pasaentfer* arriving at Sincaporc from Europe by the Hakusan Mam, nt daylight on Monday arc Mr. and Mrs. M. P. BtiKuH. Mr. iinil .lira. M. Brlnamaad, Mr. A. Cantlay, Mr. and Mr:.. A. Davidson, Mis» K. D»wson, Mr. Emn, Mi nn.l Mrs. K. <\ K.i., Miss G. J. Ku,548 words
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Article74 1925-09-26 10 Programme of drills up to and for September 27, 1925. Saturday, September 26, 2.15 p.m., Bukit Timah, S.K.E. (V), Practice, Warren Shield. Bus leaves Keppel Harbour Tram Terminus calling at Drill Hall at 1.45 p.m. 2.30 p.m., Farrer Range, European Units, Practice Warren Shield. Buses leave Drill74 words
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36 1925-09-26 10 Orders for wetk ending October 2. l'J:T>. MONDAY, 28th. Individual Troops 1'arade. TUESDAY, 2!»th. Wireless and Sismallitifj Classes, Headquarters 5.15 p.m. THURSDAY, 1st. Bund I'rnrtinv St. .Tosoph'-; Institution 536 words
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Article1405 1925-09-26 11 The British Delegates In Canada. A Vancouver message of July 20 *;tys:— The ui rival in Quebec and their journey through Canada to the Pacific Coast of the members of the British delegation to the third Imperial Press Conference, which is to -be held in Melbourne in September,1,405 words
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Article366 1925-09-26 11 NEW "DANGEROUS DR UGS" Heroin and Hashish Added To the List. The Dangerous Drugs (Amendment)' Act, 1925, passed in the closing hours of the recent session, imposes further restrictions on the distribution of certain habit-forming drugs. It is already illegal for opium, morphine, cocaine, and hemiri (except very weak dilutions,366 words
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Article268 1925-09-26 11 The Memoirs of Sir Al.T.erjc Fitzroy. A sensation has been caused by the publication of the memoirs of Sir AlmeruJwtzroy, late clerk of the Privy Council Newspapers stigmatise the passage* referring to royalties and living statesnu'i as indiscretions and violations of the secrecy of office. Sir Almeric268 words
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Advertisement234 1925-09-26 11 MOUTRIE PIANOS The expression of true music demands an instrument of the Highest Merit. In a MOUTRIE PIANO You have the best that skilled artisans can achieve. Call and demonstrate this for yourself before Purchasing. S. MOUTRIE Co., Ltd. (Incorporated m Hongkong) THE ARCADE, SINGAPORE. TANGYE PUMPS TO SUIT ALL234 words
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Advertisement249 1925-09-26 11 Raffles Hotel Telephone No. 2920. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday DINNER DANCE (Tvenlnf Drass Issntlal for Daaeiaa) Monday and Friday THE DANSANT LEVINE-HOPKINS DANCE BAND. \jl\lLfLf IvUUItI BARKIES BROTHERS, Under the supervision o| an Pr»prl«ura. expert European. Sea View Hotel THIS EVENING TEA DANCE— S.3O p.m. LEVINE AND HOPKINS DANCE BAND249 words
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Advertisement1003 1925-09-26 12 TENDERS FOR TODDY SftOP LICENCES, SINGAPORE, 1926. NOTICE is hereby given that Tenders will bi received at the Colonial Secretary's Office, until noon, on October 2, 1926, for the exclusive right, subject to the limitations of the Liquors Revenue Ordinance, 1909, now Ordinance No. 118 (Liquors Revenue), and to the1,003 words
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Advertisement1080 1925-09-26 12 TENDERS FOR TODDY SHOP LICENCES, MALACCA, 1926. NOTICE is hereby given that tenders will he received at the R«sident Councillor's Office, until noon on October 2, 1925, for the' exclusive right, subject to the limitations of the Liquors Revenue Ordinance, 1909, now Ordinance No. 118 (Liquors Revenue), and! to the1,080 words
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Advertisement1063 1925-09-26 12 .Church Services. Sunday, September 27, 1925. [Under this heading we publish each week brief details of the services to be held at those Singapore Churches whose authorities supply us with the netessary information. To ensure insertion, these notice* must reach us by Friday afternoon.l St. Andrew's Cathedral.— 7 a.m. Holy1,063 words
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Advertisement167 1925-09-26 12 THE COMMERCIAL VEHICLES IMMEDIATE DELIVERY CAN BE GIVEN OF ALL MODELS RANGING FROM 30 CWT.— 4 TON. INCLUDING THE WAR OFFICE SUBSIDY MODEL Malayan Motors (Proprietors WEARNE BROS., LTD.) h»h I ♦«mh»»»»i mm»«.« AN EPOCH-MAKING INVENTION META The New 100 Safety Fuel for all Cooking Purposes. No Risk P Does167 words
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Advertisement144 1925-09-26 13 ERASMIC Toothpaste Cleanse* and Preserves the Teeth. Removes discolouration. Arrests decay by destroying- the Germs. Disinfects the mouth and ensures sweet breath. Prevents tartar deposit. Cannot injure the enamel. The most effective tooth cleanser, beftutif icr preserver. sou-: \(;k\ts iok mai.aiA. SIME, DARBY CO., LTD. CRaSMJC Per* <."-.« r» LO\OUi144 words
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Advertisement640 1925-09-26 13 GHEON6 KOON SENfi ft CO. IMPORTANT AUCTION SALE of valuable leasehold hml frrehold residential pro[)«rtir3. At Rum, Cheonjj Koon Sent; Co.'s sale-ruom, No. 30, Cbulia Street, on Wednesday, October 7, a« 2.30 p.m. Lit 1. Valuable 99 years' leasehold lnml and shophouse known v No. 80. Up|H.-r Hokien Street. Sii'.'iip'.r".640 words
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Advertisement164 1925-09-26 13 BUFFALO -ran* CEMENT iron drums. JtW ßH^tSffffff^' competitive. REGULAR FORTNIGHTLY ARRIVALS Fully complies with British Standard requirements. Sole Importers Borneo-Sumatra Trading Co., Ltd. (lacorporat** 1 la H«IUa«) FOR LIGHT RAILWAYS I HUDSON LIGHT RAILWAY MATERIAL bi nfi n I at the largest works m the Empire demoted solely to the164 words
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Advertisement950 1925-09-26 14 a».. imoo.oo. b.c g<*'MThe Great Eastern Life Assurance Co., Ltd. (Incorporated m Strait. Settlem.ntt.) LONDON OFFICE 62, Old Jewry, E.C. m,u om«. *~ZZ^£TZ s upr.m. coun of Engu»d .»d eo»piu. th. *,v* v. a..,™, c-,— a. .very p.^,., Tll, Company Ha. *0,00 depos.ted AGENTS WANTED. Managing Director: Actuar»! S h950 words
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Advertisement238 1925-09-26 14 n* BANKING Tfl? WANK (W TAIWAN LIMITED I.«,rpo«Ud b, Specif Ch.rU, ta „p~) as Ke..rv. Fund V 1,760.000 Pr..id.nt J^Morl. E.,. directors: **SSV J±SSXS» «^sra-> e*aßS5 tt SS. rSd"X.,"fc.. I.'.'XV. anton, Sourabaya, Semarang, Batavia, ombay, London, New York, Tokio Yokohama, Osaka, Kobe and Calcutta LONDON BANKERS arclay. Bank. Ltd. Lloyd1.238 words
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Advertisement539 1925-09-26 14 THE MINIMUM OF SAFETY roR A D MAN It has been dedded, by those who have made gtudy of the Bubject that 8 maimed man should always be m a position to leave hig fami i y m t he event of his death an amount equal to at least539 words
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Article785 1925-09-26 15 Some Hoilyuood Mysteries Revealed. To enter one (if the big motion picture st'-'dios, buctlin;: wit!-, tli.> my -ied human and mechanical agencies engaged in weaving the magic film t'-.:;t baa Bftfl4e Hollywood the irovie Mecca and moltinr-pot ■Id, r liko gazing throi of telescope and seiitng785 words
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Article200 1925-09-26 15 Gathering m Glasgow Next June. It is proposed to hold a gnat confer-/ MM of Gaels from all parts of the Empire m Glasgow, next June, of which the Duke (,f Athol! will be president. In a letter to all the leading Scottish and Highland Associations m the200 words
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Advertisement172 1925-09-26 15 j# HeUo!! are yoil there YES I came m a FORD A FORD ALWAYS GETS YOU THERE Touring Model $1095 WEARNE BROTHERS, LTD. ||4|44|At|t||4AA|4A I I 4s 4 Dodbe Brothers MOTOR CARS AT Lower Prices wSKmD Lbbß^>< Five Balloon Tyres, Cushion Covers and Horn, completely equipped AND FREE INSURANCE. NEW172 words
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Advertisement272 1925-09-26 15 THE AUSTIN SEVEN The running cost of an Austin Seven is approximately 3 cents per mile, and this car gives the advantages of comfort, speed and absolute dependability. Mechanically it is a masterpiece and to own one is a joy to those requiring real and constant transport facilities. Price $1,500272 words
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Advertisement278 1925-09-26 16 <«_£k IHS3 *V&B*rSßirl. fIBbJBKdS&WafIHHt —.---us——**- D D-"-S>.r* Lice Jl™rsf' i^K RINGS sU.^-_r%~4\l l~ V%<~) RRAOFLETQ BRACELETS A Charm tO Hie fair Wearer WPWVCT PATTPD\TC NEWEST PATTERNS i.i m diamonds, omx and gems Ot C v CrV SOrt added tO OUr remarkab'e stock of IFWCTI FRY JLYTEtLLEIIYX HIGHEST GRADE AT LOWEST278 words
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Advertisement336 1925-09-26 16 Latex Cups JAPANESE «"»*»*i—»j_ AS WELL AS local MADE, F^T BOTTOM »tt ot--o j^LL SIZES FOR .*_.<_• v"'"v vr«* fiS'delive'ries future^deliveries. m¥T__n ENQUIRIES INVITED. ICC If 111 •A A Ltt RIM SOO 10 HI? H STREET j SINGAPORE. TWELVE REPRODUCTIONS IN COLOUR OF WATFR-ffHOIIR TIrIILI\—LULULIA PI/TTPIirO SKE!F S MATAVA MALAGA336 words
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Advertisement1089 1925-09-26 16 tLASsmp ADYHmsHmns The PREPAID charge, for W.nU, For Sale. T., Lrt. .U.. In ordinary close a.t (average six words to line) are Per line One insertion 28 cents, two ln». 46 cts three ins. 64 cts., four ins. 82 cents, five ins. $1.00, six ins. $1.13, ten ins. $1.40, twelve1,089 words
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Advertisement227 1925-09-26 16 mmv; llillHU-ljU T Present ITMrrtMP AR ARI I? (*****0! UJNtUMPAKABLL IiUUUJ) The Finest made at A Pri;CSt?V7 JUSttOhand SIOO 000 $IW,UUU new goods unpacking dAIly INOI USUAL CATALOGUE ot>T FTTKYYCI SELECTIONS special selections ij of Brf___sSJ37osC' tal Exhibition IiOOdS Personally selected K y our I r> i 1 --i— LONDON,227 words
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Advertisement383 1925-09-26 16 m BES."" HE OWNBR-DKIVBRN HANDBOOK. w| Edward T. Brown. How to dnvc and look after your r-r. lllufttiated with over •><> Photoßraph.s and over 100 diaS-, g; l£ ISETBE^iIV't? NX JS££S'2ss& AND GENTLEMEN. A guide to the observances of Kood society Price $2.00 ncTPtr c<w»K lv f upiTivr' 'gtSS gy.^.j--383 words
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