The Straits Times, 23 December 1925
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Title Section13 1925-12-23 1 The Straits Times No. 28,052, SINGAPORE, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 23, 1925, •PRICE 10 CENTS13 words
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Advertisement194 1925-12-23 1 OfTKN "WHIPPKD" WITFB BKATBT GhniAtmaA Che&i/ With the demands of the Christmas Season* well, m mind the larders of the Cold Storage Depot m Orchard Road have been stocked with a variety of Christmas dishes and dainties that will please the most fastidious hostess. Here, among many other Christmas necessities,194 words
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Article1333 1925-12-23 2 Photographs and Sketches In Court. In the House of Commons, on November 20, during the debate on the Criminal Juatice Bill, Colonel Wedgwood i.;oved the omission of Clause 40, which prohibits the taxing of photographs or the making of sketches in any Court of Justice, including1,333 words
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Advertisement200 1925-12-23 2 The Beverage Supreme DELJCIOUSLY flavoured, much like the finest coffees grown however, none of the harmful effects of coffee drinking follow the persistent vise of Instant Postum. Wholesome grains of the field and sugar cane, two harmless foodstuffs, scientifically blended and processed, constitute Instant Postum. A level teaspoor.ful m a200 words
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Advertisement212 1925-12-23 2 «f BEETHAM'4 I a.-rola JT YOUR SKIN AND m complexion Cm Can be kept In a Perfect Con- TIIS I dltion all the rw round by a II I renlar aw of Heetham'n La- I s^l A roja. it eSectuallr remorea /Si^i all ronchneai 1 redneu, tan, \f r "l212 words
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Advertisement193 1925-12-23 2 ■m^n c mastertone Hi :::jj| Gramophones ii|| Illustrated catalogue sent V [A Monthly payments can be arranged. Season Company, Ltd. 11l and 113, NORTH BRIDGE ROAD. MIHIIIMHMHHHHMMI»»»»»»»Mm c RED HAND BRAND Anti-Corrosive Paint Extract from a letter recently received Your Paint did not require renewal after %x/i% x /i years193 words
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Article777 1925-12-23 3 Old Notions and New Reasons. These are some of the nursery traditions quoted by Sir Bruce Porter at a lecture in London and his comments thereon 1. That if a child has a defect he will grow out of it." Sir Bruce The first five years of a777 words
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Article39 1925-12-23 3 The Bikaner Canal, the foundation of which was laid by His Highness the Maharajah of Bikaner, will be the bifrg«st: concrete-lined water channel m the world. It will bring about 1,100 square miles of Bikaner State land under cultivation.39 words
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Advertisement215 1925-12-23 3 FIBE CXTINOUISHCR I THE ONLY SUITABLE EXTINGUISHER /^T«^\ FOR MOTOR CARS I READY MOTOR BOATS FOR y.3L MOTOR LORRIES INSTANT USE. iiiA--^ FOR f vj& BUNGALOWS I OFFICES PUMPING. m C N ™f AND JUST TURN PUBLIC THE VALVE. [u'SE'HtAO UP] BUILDINGS. FOOL PROOF. CTJrITMBfr SEE OUR M 2» WINDOWS215 words
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Advertisement460 1925-12-23 3 A FEELFNG OF WELL-BEING quickly follows a miiull dose of Piakettes! wlicii you arc constipated, bilious, headachy j ■''blue." Taken »li« needed, Pinkettes) ensure the healthy clear akin and sweet-; snjellini; breath which iin- th« nntural outcome of daily regularity. Your chemist sells, Pinkettes, or post free, at 60 cts.460 words
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Advertisement581 1925-12-23 3 KAWASAKI— ROOSEVELT LINE General Agents Kerr Steamship Co., Inc., 44. BEAVER STREET. NEW YORK. (Incorporated m U.S.A.) REGULAR FREIGHT SERVICE TO BOSTON, NEW YORK, PHILADELPHIA and BALTIMORE (VIA SUEZ) S.S. Fuji Mara due Dec. 30 S.S. Venice Main due Jan. 18 S.S. Wales Main due Jan. 30 For rates and581 words
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Advertisement768 1925-12-23 4 STEAMER SAILINGS P. 0. British India and Apcar Lines (liM«i»niM ia wsgiavc!) BUXK ASA a!AfigS»«KB AND •itJttM WLiMM tVXUW'.IMM M3TD OBIBNTAL H. Ctt. •aelar Coa.raet witk Kis Majaat)'. Gov«rn*.«i LONDON AND PAB CAST MAIJL BBBVICB T»uai* 4a* I'f «rc Taaaaga leave »>erc 18W MOBBA "J^, 11 £sBMALA *»:iH KAiSOiB MANTDA768 words
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Advertisement762 1925-12-23 4 STEAMER SAILINGS THE OCEAN STEAM SHIP CO, LIMITED THE CHINA MUTUAL STEAM NAY. CO, LTD. (Incorporated m England) The Blue Funnel Line REGULAR SERVICES TO IOJiDON, AMbTIUtDAM. KOTTERItAM, ANIWHKT, KAMBUUO AND BKfiMEN. MHNOA, MAKJsBJLLRS, LIVERPOOL AND GLASGOW. IiAICSEILLKS, HAVRE, LIVERPOOL AND GLASGOW. 30ST0N, NEW YORK AND RAI.TIMORR. Tsklej cargo an762 words
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Advertisement748 1925-12-23 4 STEAMER SAILINGS K. P. M. (BOtAK PACUII RAVIfaAriOM CU. (IV SATATt*) Il«-.~»c:-i\»i )C« ONDBB CONTKACT WITM l«l Nil kkJA > i.M/1* U««aBMJUUn. Ttlspksat Na. B«4t, wita aak>«aaa«ctiaa ta Paaaaaa, Pietgat, Traaaatkatoa*, Marlaa Se*U., aail Maa^rer'a Deah. REPRESENTATIVE for Smgakwre an. Straits B^'-tleaa^aW «l Me OFFICIAL TOURIST BUREAU OF JAVA. All748 words
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Advertisement515 1925-12-23 5 STCAHa SABJMM Ellerman Bucknall Steamship Co., Ltd. (lacorporated la England) "ELLERMAII" LIRE Passenger and Freight Services TQ UNITED KINGDOM AND CONTINENT VIA PORTS AND SUEZ CANAL > m m i i i FREIGHT SERVICES s.s. CITY OF BARODA Havre, London, R'dam and Hamburg Dee. 28 •A CITY OF CAIRO Marseilles,515 words
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Advertisement660 1925-12-23 5 tTßum mums Ilhe ellerman funnel bucknall line ss. Co., ltd llaeeraenta la Eailand) fOXIt faWnCK I* SOROS N«W YOU; Ea\LXTJfOU .ta iVIM ar PANAMA. FROM NEW YORK ■laeaem Dae sVpore Boate VM MEMNON Dec. 30 Suez Phillipinea and Hongkong t CITY OF LAHORE Jan. 7 Suez Manila Hongkong Shanghai. For660 words
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Advertisement788 1925-12-23 5 STEAMER SAIUMOS Burns Philp Line (Incorporated m Aastralia) Far gYDMT, MELBOURNE, rtft JAVA, DAKWH THUKSDAT ISLAND ttad BKISBANI ■ii i i i K«gvlar monthly saUlng by the vail knows steamers (717» teas) and MALABAR (4,612 tons). The a*. MARXLLA la taa largest and tatet staauex traalag te AuteaUe, Csblns da788 words
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Advertisement390 1925-12-23 6 PAVILION (LATE PALLADIUM) From Wednesday, December 23 to Monday, December 28 At 9.15 p.Pi. sharp r THE LATEST PATHE GAZETTE An All Star AUractioit TRIMMED IN SCARLET From the rreat play by Hurlbut, dirccti-d by the well-kr.onn Star Jack Conway. Starrin* KATHLYN WILLIAMS. ROY STKWART. I 1(1 LIE RICKSEN, ROBERT390 words
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Advertisement540 1925-12-23 6 GAIETY CINEMA SURINA THEATRE TO-NIGHT AT t.15 jfc-'Wr. Merry Christmas Everybody GRAND PROGRAMME. At 9.1 j p.m. William Fox Presents TOIVS MIX Cl 1?I MA NORTH OF 1 THE "YUKON I1I 1 I IVIII A Uatlle of bar* hands and Hhr.-r ill lil Jllßl W K r.t airainst the bloodthirsty540 words
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Advertisement329 1925-12-23 6 i R^-^n? 1 work out of iv3^ I== ironing ]KKs\H T^l Use a "MAGNET" Electric Iron M V\j I and you will gain for yourself hours of SSI-jJ^I extra e sure every week. Perfectly (q\ h safe and simple to use it turns an A*3t\ff r^\\ unpleasant and tedious task329 words
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Article232 1925-12-23 7 FIXTURES. Wednesday, Dcccmhcr 23 High Water, (.14 a.m., 4.7 p.m. Malacca High Tide, 12.40 a.m., 5 ft. 6 m. 1 p.m., I ft. I hv Thursday. December 21 High Water, 1.11 a.m., 5.83 p.m. atalaeca High Tiilr, LM a.m., 5 ft. m. 3 p.m., a ft 1232 words
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Article266 1925-12-23 7 ..lay. December 23. Ships alongside tiM harvea or expected to «rrivt. KEPI'EL HARBOUR. Main Wharf The Cable, Wars, Diana 1. Borelis, Hercules, Mutiara inna. Oil Wharf -vt.rf Ml VCMBJ IN DRY DOCK. lanjor.c Tagar Sheers Wharf Nil Albert Deck Leh. Iris, Tug Varuna Victoria Dock Lch. No.266 words
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Article125 1925-12-23 7 To-daj. North, North-East and North Wast Sumatra and Ceylon i Saarbrucken 3 p.m. li.it (Will o' tin- Wisp) H p.m. North und KsiKt India (Yuensang) 3 p.m. Sink and Pakan Baroc Hi 3 p.m. l'ontiunuk (Khoi-n Iloea) 4 p.m. Blinjor, I'lingkal Pinang and Billiton (Edcndale) 4 p.m.125 words
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Article15 1925-12-23 7 Daily (Except Sundays) by Train, federated Malay States, Fekan, Malacca, Muar and Penane 6 p.m.15 words
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Article36 1925-12-23 7 il«m»t Lngkor ilantua P. Coen "davans ramhr.ru S'porc Not. 13 Nor. 18 Not. IB Not. 20 Nov. 26 Nov. J!7 London Dec t Dec 11 Dec 14 Dae. 14. n«o. 19 Pec. 1136 words
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Article251 1925-12-23 7 feXCfIANtiE. Singapore. December 23. On London, Bank 4 m/s 2/4 15/32 n c/ 32 Demand o,iu Private 3m. credits 2/4% On New York, Demand 66T4 Private 90 d/s BBT4 On France, Bank T. T. 1,475 r\w, i,,.;, 0 R..L. t t TUU On Indui, Bank T. T251 words
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62 1925-12-23 7 Singapore Standard Pale Crepe Closing Prices B«JV»rs. Sellers. Spot 1.50 —r Spot January Jan. -March in. -March April-Jun« April-June Singapore Standard Bibbed Smoked Sheet Closing Prices Buyers. Sellers. l.fil 1.52 l..)0 1.51 1.46 1.47 IM% 1.30% Tone of Market Steady. Latest London cables quote62 words
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Article243 1925-12-23 7 Issue /al. id. Buyers Sellen .1 £1 Asam Kumbang 54/- 65/1 1 Batanpr Padang 0.70 0.75 1 1 Hitam Tin 1.55 1.60 :i £1 Idris Hydraulics 51/- 52/6 cd. 1 1 Johan Tin 0.65 0.67 .0/- 10/- Kampong 53/6 54/6 cd. tl £1 Kamunting Tin 64/- 66/- cd. 0243 words
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Article132 1925-12-23 7 Issue /al. Pd. Buyers Sellers :i £1 B. Am. Tobacco 5.7.6 5.12.6 .0 10 Central Engines 7.60 9.00 •1 £1 E. Smelting Co. 14.50 15.00 cd. .0 10 Fraser Neave 54.00 55.00 .00 100 Hammer Co. 190.00 195.00 i00 100 Katz Bros. def. 200.00 220.00 0 10 Mexican Eajrle132 words
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Article92 1925-12-23 7 V. En* 6 p.c. *1,234,M» fv HO S'pore Municipal 5 p.r $1,878,000 of 1980 par 10% p.«« S'pore Municipal 4Vk p.* fH 1907 $1,600,000 («t 10% ».m S'pore Municipal 4H p.c of 1609 $1,1000.000 par 10% p.m S pore Municipal 4 p.c of 1U18 J2.0-iO,000 16 p.c dis. 592 words
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Article376 1925-12-23 7 Fraaer and Co. and Lyall and Ermtt'a Quotations. To-day*! Prices Fraier Lyall Co. Evatt. Allenby ($1) 3.50 3.G5 3.50 3.75 Alor Gajah ($1) 3.30 3.50xd. 3.40 3.60jx. A. Hitam <$5| 20.50 21.60 20.00 22.00 A. KuninR ($1) l.'H) 1.70 1.55 1.65 Am. Malay (?2) 4.2r> 4.75 4.25 4.73376 words
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Advertisement878 1925-12-23 7 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS Other Classified Advts., see pace 16. WANTS FOR SALE, ETC. BOARD ANTJ RESIDENCE, 31, Cavenagh Road. Telephone 107. FOR SALE BUICK.. m perfect condition. Letters 10, Straits Times. (lp) FOX SALE, two second-hand Enjrlir.h motor lorries. Apply 21, Straits Times. FOB BALE, Kiat 501. Owner leaving Colony. 992.878 words
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Advertisement153 1925-12-23 7 f^f /"\\«/l?O^L For CHRISTMAS r L+\J W JC/JKO and NEW YEAR Carnations, African Daisies, Crysan them urns, Hydrangeas, Red Lilfes, Asters, etc., etc. Huge Stocks coining in. HOLLY and MISTLETOE. Our shop will be open during Christmas and New Ye»r. coron/Tflowershop 'Phone 2990. OpI NOTICE NOTICE 1 beg to adrift153 words
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Advertisement473 1925-12-23 7 Dr. nnd Mrs. C. C. B. GILMOUU p. p.c. s.s. r.itmclu At The Happy Valley BOXING DECEMBER 26. at 9.15 p.m. Three Championship Contests. Lightweight Championship of Malaya 10 Rounda 10 BAH. KEY vs. D.SANTOS H;inl;un«oinhi Championship of Malaya 10 Rounds ID AL. TKOXO vs. YEW JIN Mot iii'nw --i-i473 words
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Advertisement455 1925-12-23 7 MUNICIPALITY OF SINGAPORE TIIO Municipal <"omminsioners of the Town 01" Singapore mvi.- lenders f or the supply and Ideiivery of SOU Oinfore-.l Concrete Wat .Bins at Municipal Store, River Valley Road, for the veer lOufi. Plans may bi soon and specification nnd foim r.f tendeis obtained ai the Vtunicipsl Bitiiainjr455 words
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Miscellaneous125 1925-12-23 7 METEOROLOGICAL REPORT. Knndanpr Kcrbaa Station. iviirloisv of (;uvcrnmtnt Health Office). For I he -I hour-, ending at Midnight on Uwembci It, 1925. de*. M. si;..;, tepscnton Hr,.av. Mm. ihada temperature 76 F. Mama shade tenperataTe 79.7 F. Max. sun rad I 168.5 F. Mn. gfaM radlatian 71.5 F. Kca ten'pi125 words
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Obituary47 1925-12-23 8 In ever loving memory of Elizabeth Surin who died on December 23. IS2I. The sorrow of thy separation From the midst of thy lovinjj ones Does seem unbearable But the hope that thou are with Christ consoles us here. inserted by her loving Daughter Amelia.47 words
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Obituary205 1925-12-23 8 BRACKEN.— At 7 o'clock this morninjr, Constance Bracken, widow of the late Ignatius Bracken, at S, Nlven Road. Funeral wil. leave residence at 4.30 p.m. for the Cathc dral of the Good Shepherd, and thence t Bidadari Cemetery for ihe interment F.M.S. and Ceylon papers please copy. CHAN.— At205 words
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1305 1925-12-23 8 The Straits Times WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 23. THE PERSONAL EQUATION. In considering the proposals made at the recent Federal Council meeting by Sir Laurence Guillemard, it is necessary to look somewhat closely into his record. There has been a good deal of talk about personalities, but one must not overlook the1,305 words
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Article14 1925-12-23 8 The return visit of the Rodeo, has been delayed until February 2, next year.14 words
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Article20 1925-12-23 8 We are informed by the secretaries, that Taiping T.n has declared a 5 per cent, dividend, payable on January 4.20 words
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Article29 1925-12-23 8 The rate of issue of Money Orders foi India and Ceylon to-day is Rs. 153=5100. The rate of payments of Money Order* from India and Ceylon is Rs. 158=1100.29 words
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Article32 1925-12-23 8 V.'o are asked to say thtt the N. Y. K. stcr.mer Haruna Maru wi'l sail for London, via po t3, at 10 a.m. to-morrow, fioiv. the wharf, r.nd not m the afternoon.32 words
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Article35 1925-12-23 8 It is reported that Mr. W. J. B. Ashby will take up the appointment of secretary, Ipoh Club, as well as that of the Turf Club, on his retirement from Government service early next year.35 words
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Article33 1925-12-23 8 Messrs. A. C. Harper and Co., Klang, rdvise that they have received intimation :V.,m London that Bukit Ijok (Selangor) Rubber Co., Ltd., paid an interim dividend jf r:Vi per cent, on November 15.33 words
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Article30 1925-12-23 8 Tha local steamer Dohlam, which broke her propeller-shaft m the Durian .-'i:its en a voyage from Singapore tc Djambi, arrived here this morning, towed by Lie Harbour Board tug Varunna.30 words
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Article33 1925-12-23 8 Mr. H. It. Rix was admitted to the i\M S. Bar, on Monday, the application having been made before the Chief Justice. ICp. Rix joins Messrs. Maxwell and Kenion, a<hocates and solicitors, Ipoh.33 words
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Article34 1925-12-23 8 A Chinese named Liew Ah Ran was nned $100 m the District Court this morning for being m possession of a quantity of non-Government chandu. For a similar offence a Cantonese was fined $50.34 words
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Article34 1925-12-23 8 Ths Amateur Dramatic Society of Sels:igor was At Home on Monday night at the Town Hall, Kvaia Lumpur, when the Seremban amateurs gave a performance cf A. E. Thon.as's light comedy, Her Husband's Wife.34 words
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Article33 1925-12-23 8 Christmas services at Christ Church, Malacca, will be as follows: Christmas Bvt, 7.:i0 a.m. holy communion Christmas Day, 9.30 a.m. morning prayer and Christmas hymns Sunday, 6 p.m. Evening prayer and Christmas hymns.33 words
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Article38 1925-12-23 8 The winn'.ng number entered m the iui -sing Competition held ct th" Novelty Advertisement Ball on the 18th inst., was ;,£.i'>. This w-is the first envelope opened vvli.ch contained the closest guess. The .vinner has bc?n communicated with.38 words
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Article46 1925-12-23 8 A group photo of the old servers of the .'athedral of the Good Shepherd will be ;ake-i en Sunday, December 27, at 4 p.m., >n the occasion of the ordination of the •a6v. Lionel Cordeiro. All old servers arc cordially invited to be present. Dress, while.46 words
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Article45 1925-12-23 8 A Christmas pageant, The Light of the World, will be presented at the Telok ''.yt i- Church, coiner of Telok Ayer Street and Cecil Street, at 8 p.m. to-morrow und on December 27. All who are interested m church pageantry are invited to be present.45 words
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Article39 1925-12-23 8 The Superintendent, Hill Gardens, Maxwell's Hill, notifies that the supplies of English vegetables for outstations and Taiping customers will temporarily be stopped owing to the disastrous rainfall which has done great damage to the vegetable beds and flower gardens.39 words
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Article47 1925-12-23 8 The Straits Chinese Methodist Church, the Epworth League and the Sunday School will hold their combined Christmas Tree progrsftnme at the Chapel Hall of the A.C.S. to-morrow nt 4 p.m. Gifts and Cl'.r.stmas packages will be distributed by Santa Claus. All members and friends are cordially invited.47 words
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Article59 1925-12-23 8 Owing to the departure on retirement from Siam of Mr. P. Scott, m the near future, he has resigned the position cf Consul for Norway, at Bangkok, and the Norwegian Government has been pleased to appoint Mr. H. G. Monod as his successor. Mr. Monod will take over the duties59 words
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Article65 1925-12-23 8 We are informed from Labuan that the Chee Swee Cheng Senior Scholarship tenable for 1926, 1027 and 1928 was won by Edwin Then, Government English School. The second and third boys m the scholarship examination were Abdul Majid and Sooner Ah Tham. who share the Lee Peck Ken? and Eng65 words
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Article312 1925-12-23 8 Mr. and Mrs. Allen Denny s are returning to Penang in March. Dr. C. C. B. Gilmour, Municipal Bacteriologist, and Mrs. Gilmcur sailed by the Patroclus yesterday aternoon on home leave. The wedding of Miss M. B. Holmes sister of Mr. R. N. Holmes, to Mr. P.312 words
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Article45 1925-12-23 8 The Crude Rubber an.l Foreign Produce Corporation, New York, send u.s the following cable, dated December 22, their quotations being m gold dollar cents Buyers 91 Jan. X.) Jan.-rV!>. M.n ST';. Market firm. To-day's Singapore price $1.52, London prico 3s. 10' y d.45 words
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Article57 1925-12-23 8 From China and Japan, by Haruna Maru, due at Singapore 4 p.m. to-day. From Holland and Germany, by Vondel, due at Singapore 5 p.m. to-day. From Indo-China by G. G. Roume due at Singapore daylight to-morr-jw. From Europe (London mails despatched Dcce'rbcr 3) by Tar.?, due at Penang57 words
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Article63 1925-12-23 8 The Japanese Association will hold a reception at the Japanese Club this evening m honour of the aviators, Major Abe and Mr. Kaw:ichi, who successfully completed their European flight to Europe, via Siberia, under the auspices of the Asahi Shimbun, of Osak-i and Tokio. The party s expected63 words
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Article75 1925-12-23 8 On January 11, there is to be a total eclipse of the sun. visible m Sumatra and the Java Sea. For the benefit of those m Singapore who are desirous of witnessing the phenomenon the K. P. M. are arrmngiag for their steamer, the van Swoll,75 words
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Obituary245 1925-12-23 8 A Reutcr cable from New York, dated tha 22nd inst., announces the death of the publisher, Mr. Frank Andrew Munsey, who, it may be recalled, was spoken ox m IU2I as likely t> bt« America's next Ambassador to London. He was th« head oi the245 words
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Advertisement126 1925-12-23 8 Yes, thanks I will have I I Cigarettes W. D. A H. O. WILLS, 3RISTOI. MMI UMMH, i l% U i Ci\ALfiCfciKo BEST QUALITY SILVER tt PLATED ON JBl NON-RUSTABLE METAL yjL i r 1 Prices: /T Tl New Pattern if \l Ordinary Pattern fa $2.75, $3.75, $4.00. W il126 words
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Advertisement54 1925-12-23 8 ALHAMBRA Paramount Production Triumph (Featuring LEATRICE JOY and ROD LA ROCQUE) m 8 Reels. Two-reel Paramount Comedy, etc. In the First Show at 7.30 p.m. FIGHT AND WIN SERIES Round B—2 Reels. THE SOCIAL CODE 5 Reel Drama. TAN CHENfi KEE CO., LTD., Proprietors. SPEVROYAL THis. CHOICE OF CONNOISSEURS. GUTHRIE54 words
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Advertisement65 1925-12-23 8 On Other Pages, Paca. K nhts of the Tress 'J Finance ami Commerce .7 Shipping and the Mails 7 Meteorological Report 7 Reuter Telegrams 9 Home Sport Letter 9 Straits Trading Co.'s Report 0 Philippine Rubber Ii.itc.l Knirincurs' Strike Over 0 Simpam Valley Hydraulic Report 9 Sporting Intelligence 10 Correspondence65 words
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Article192 1925-12-23 9 Kind's Speech on National Events. [KEUTER TELEGRAM.] London, December 22. The King's speech, on the prorogation of Parliament, opens with a refc:-ence to the death of Quoon Alexandra and acknowledges the sympathy expressed in all pails of tho Dom.nions and foreign countries. It expreMC* pride at the warm welcomeReuter - 192 words
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Article110 1925-12-23 9 [REITER TELEGRAM.] London, December 22. In the House of Commons at question time. Sir P. (V.iilifTe-I.ister said that ■teea November M i;i consequence of th? strike of wireless operators. 500 ships had sailed without operators, including -17 passeneir ships. The Labour member, Mr. Ammon, asked if theReuter - 110 words
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Article68 1925-12-23 9 [REUTKR TELEGRAM.] London, December 22. Washington President Coolidpe is drawing up a reply to the invitation to the United States to attend the preliminary discussion on disarmaments. It is stated at White House that his study of the question i.> of a constructive and affirmative nature." Senator Kinjr introducedReuter - 68 words
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Article80 1925-12-23 9 [BELTER TELEGRAM.] London, December 23. Geneva The League has received the acceptance of the American, Mr. Frederick Delano, as chairman of the Opium Commission to Persia. Mr. Delano, who will be accompanied by Anglo-French colleagues, j s going to Teheran and expects to complete his investigation and NpattReuter - 80 words
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Article51 1925-12-23 9 [BEUTEB TZLKGRAM.J London, December 22. No English papers will be published on December IS or M, London, Dei-ember 22. As result of a I miftWf of rc-prrsont.-itivrs of the Printing Federation and the .Newspaper Society, evening papers will l>e published in most of the pmteW Ufwm <'n DMsabn51 words
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Article53 1925-12-23 9 [REI.TER TELEGRAM.] London, December 22. The Federation of Master Cottonspinners' Associations, at a meeting at Manchester, unanimously decided to recommend .i week's stoppage m the American M'-ticn, Mmm December 24 and January 9, excluding the Christmas holidays, m view of the deplorable state of the V'lrn innrl.rt mReuter - 53 words
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Article214 1925-12-23 9 Terms of the New Treaty Published. [BZUTZR TKLEOBAM.] London, December 23. Constantinople The Government have issued the text of the Turco-Soviet Treaty. London, December 22. Morcow The press publishes the text of the Turco-Soviet Treaty, concluded in Paris on December 17, between M. Chicherin and Tewfik Rushdi,214 words
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Article68 1925-12-23 9 [BEUTER TELEGRAM.] London, December 22. In the House of Representatives, Mr. Hull moved a resolution advocating revision of import tariffs, complaining that the United States are BOW just where Britain can pick us 'ike a turkey gobbler at Thanksgiving Time." He said "We may expect to be thusReuter - 68 words
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Article56 1925-12-23 9 [reuteb telegram.] London, December 22. Washington Mr. Hoover, m cooperation with the National Rubber and Automobile Associations, has launched a programme, with the slogan A patch m time saves nine," to arouse the public to economise m rubber, especially motor tyres, concerning which a reduction m consumption of56 words
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Article31 1925-12-23 9 [SECTER TELEGRAM.] London, December 22. Mexico City Parliament has passed the petroleum bill, which gives Government inalienable dominion over all gas, oil and mineral deposits, but is not retrospective.Reuter - 31 words
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Article57 1925-12-23 9 (From Our Own Corresponding Ptnang, December 23. H.E. the Governor (Sir Laurence Guillemard, K.C.B., K.C.M.G.) arrived this m .rning by the Sea Belle from Port Swettenham, accompanied by Major Olive, Mr. J. D. Hall and Lieut. Woodruffe. He proceeded to Government House where he will stay before57 words
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Article27 1925-12-23 9 Men Go Rack on Employers' Terms. The men of United Engineers' staff who were on strike returned to work this mominp on the employers' terms.27 words
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Article113 1925-12-23 9 The new session of the literary section of the Singapore Shorthand Writers' Association commences this evening at 8 o'clock. Members are requested to take note of this, and to attend. On Monday evening, the Eurasian students of the King Edward VII College of Medicine, with the cooperation of Eurasian medical113 words
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Article200 1925-12-23 9 Rochore and Kandang Kerbau Outbreaks. Street fighting between members of a Tcochew secret society broke out last night in the Rochore and Kandang Kerbau police divisions, as a result of which some twenty Chinese are now in hospital. One fight took place in New Market Street in200 words
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Article376 1925-12-23 9 American Companies Willing To Invest. Regardless of the. fact that the Philippines lost 0111 opportunity of becoming a great rubber pvc iuring country by disregarding the Firostone plan, tluac still is h chane for h«;r to beeor.'e piominent in the rultcr world, says a Manila paper. H. N.376 words
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Article127 1925-12-23 9 The Municipal health statement for the week ending December 12 gives the total number of deaths as 215 representing a death rate of 28.20 per mille per ennum compared with 29.51 m the preceding week and 25.67 m the corresponding week of last year. The chief causes127 words
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Article143 1925-12-23 9 A very heavy thunderstorni burst over Ipoh on Sunday afternoon just before 4 o'clock. The lightning was particularly vivid and m one house lit all the electric lights for a moment but did not damage a single lamp. The storm appeared to burrt right over the racecourse and one flash143 words
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Article2313 1925-12-23 9 Emulating the All Black System. By Our Special Correspondent London, November, 26. Fog has proved a serious plague to the bat chapter of the flat- racing season, which comes to an end on Saturday Several of the races at Liverpool were in part invisible owing to this cause,2,313 words
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Article258 1925-12-23 9 Report on the Half- Year! Business, The report of thj directors to the members of The Straits Trading Company, Limited, for the half-year ended September 110, last PtaU-s After writing off depreciation nnd making provision for bad and doubtful debts, the net profits amount ti> *****,674.78 which,258 words
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Article334 1925-12-23 9 Sim pam Valley Hydraulic Mines. The report of the directors of the Simpa:n Valley Hydraulic Mines, Ltd., for theyear ended October 31, 1025 stalvs thnt the profit for the year amounts to $2,921.00 after making due provision for depreciation of plant, machinery an/1 baildings. To this must be added th«$959.64334 words
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Article806 1925-12-23 10 Interstate Match at Adelaide. [Renter Telegram.} London, December 22. Adelaide New South \Yales won by nn taring:! and OS* runs against South Australia. South Australia scored 188 in their lirst innings, V. Richardson contributing B9, itnd Mailey taking six wickets for 71' runs. Their second innings realised 270,Reuter - 806 words
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Article176 1925-12-23 10 Malacrn School Boys' Draw. A party of school-boys from the M-vi-nth standard, St. Francis' Institution, i .1 ilc r the rharjco of the form-master, P, G. Mahindnsu, visited Koala Pilah via I'ort Dickson und Seremban on Monday. The visitors were expected to play the local Government English School soccer176 words
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Article65 1925-12-23 10 two Malaya Championships At Stake. At Happy Valley, on Boxing Day, Battling Key is to meet Domy Santos, for the fourth .time, when Key will defend hi? title of light-weight champion of Malaya. Kid Jackson and Sam Foxy will dispute the mosquito-weight championship. Al Trono and Yew Jin will65 words
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Article81 1925-12-23 10 The following Royal Singapore Yacht Club arrangements are announced: On Sunday, the 27th inst., the second round of the Vice-Commodore 1920 Cup will be sailed for. Start 10 a.m. Course as last Sunday. Handicaps: Ella Dorothy scratch Polly 2nd Jean 2nd 1 per cent., Ella 1.8 per cent., June,81 words
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Article36 1925-12-23 10 Owing to the wet weather, the Garrison Golf Clob ladies' monthly medal will be played for to-morrow. Katong Golf Club has arranged a one club competition during the Christmas vacation, December 25 to 27, inclusive.36 words
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Article39 1925-12-23 10 Ties for Tuesday next m the Tanglin Club bowls tournament are :—Dr. Smith and Webb v. Walker and Stewart. The hockey match between the S.R.C. and the Indian Association, which was fixed for this afternoon, has been cancelled.39 words
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Article227 1925-12-23 10 Singapore, December 23. London Rubber Market. —Latest quotations despatched at 6.40 p.m. on 22nd by Henry Gardner and Company, Limited :—L.S. R.S.S. Spot m ware•house 3s. lO^bd., do. shipment month "following cable date 3s. 7d., do. C.I.F. U.K.-New York 3s. 7d., std. crepe do. 3s. 6v2d.,227 words
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225 1925-12-23 10 Singapore, December 23. Rubber. 3s. lOMrd., '4d. up. Local Lit 14. Tin.— £278 10.s. 10s. down. The further rise in the price of rubber has again stimulated enquiry for shares and more buyers are coming forward. Mininp shares are dull. Industrials and loans225 words
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Article111 1925-12-23 10 We acknowledge receipt of calendars for 1 926 from the following firms McAlister and Co., agents Queensland Insurance Co. and Bankers and Traders Insurance Co. John Dickinson and Co., paper makers; Fook Bros., 21 Kirn Seng Place, agents the Pfaff sewing machine the Nederland Royal Mail line; Diethelm and Co.,111 words
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CORRESPONDENCE.
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Letter209 1925-12-23 10 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, The following statistics of M\c rubber exports from West Borneo, kindly given me a few days ago by the Chief of the Customs m Pontionak may be of interest January to November, 1925— metric tons Native rubber exported to209 words
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Letter136 1925-12-23 10 To the Editor of the Straits Times, Sir, With reference to the rule* of promotion introduced m a certain mission school, parents and guardians view the unfortunate grievance with regret, inasmuch as the system impedes the progress of boys m education. Formerly,. Lan average of 50 per cent,136 words
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Letter255 1925-12-23 10 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, I am one of <he many Chinese born and bred m this country who'lias closely studied the recent discussions' on the exclusion of the Chinese members of the Federal Council from the confidence t>f the High Commissioner m his decentralisation scheme.255 words
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Letter323 1925-12-23 10 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, While the recent Messiah performances are still fresh m our minds, I' think it would be a pity if the opportunity is not taken to again bring home to both the Government and Municipality the fact that the absence323 words
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Letter317 1925-12-23 10 Restriction— indignant! To the Editor of the Straits Times Sir, With due respect to Mr. Tilson, the American Senator, we take exception to the statement "that the manipulation of crude rubber prices by British Colonial Governments was a'ready costing the United States industry $700,000,000 more than was warranted." We submit317 words
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Article127 1925-12-23 10 Effects of New Postage Rates. The new scale of postage rates which comes into operation from January 1, 1926, includes a revised charge on newspapers. This scale enables us to give subscribers to the daily Straits Times ho receive their copies by post the benefit of a127 words
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Article201 1925-12-23 10 We are asked to say that the fancy dress ball arranged to be held at the Sea'view Hotel on the night of the 25th ha- been cancelled. The Muslim Students Aid Fund should be considerably augmented by the receipts from the City Opera's performance at the New World201 words
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Article215 1925-12-23 10 The older residents of Kuala Lumpur, says the Malay Mail, will remember Mr. J. Galloway, who was m charge of the gaol. He was a man who was both liked ?.nd respected. At present he is living at Cheltenham. So also we believe are the Bey. Mr. Haines and .Mrs.215 words
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Article1402 1925-12-23 10 Should They be Permitted To Practise (Contributed). It seems really difficult to write a word seriously under this head, for the MMtai that when iho question is presented to :\ny impartial mind, it would appear .h:u il there is any one vocation to which waman i? better suited1,402 words
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Article105 1925-12-23 10 STEAMER PIRATED. Incident Between Shanghai Ami Wei Hai Wei. $30,000 Loot Taken. A special telegram from our Hong^kontj correspondent, received as we k<> to press, states that the steamer Tung Chow was taken possess! m of by pirates between Shanghai and Wei Hai Wei on the 18th. Captain105 words
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Article229 1925-12-23 10 In their report, dated November 25, Messrs. William Jacks and Co. state The depression prevailing last wrik was accentuated owing to the fresh difficulties in France, and prices of sor.ie commodities have now reached a tempting Wei from which there should be recovery when the political atmosphere clears.229 words
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Article198 1925-12-23 10 It is satisfactory to note, says the Times of Ceylon, that the project by two scientific gentlemen to export thousands of insectivorous birds from Ceylon to Fiji has fallen through. Ceylon requires all the birds it possesses. Generally speaking, m most of the planting districts, at any198 words
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Article74 1925-12-23 10 The report of the Penang Puppy I>ay Committee, shows that the total net collections amounted to $11,1 1::. 7-1, as compared with $6950.20 m 1924. A draft for this amount has been forwarded t<> the Hon. Treasurer of the Poppy Dny Fund for Malaya. Within the last few days, the74 words
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Article897 1925-12-23 11 (From Our Own Correspondent.) Batavin, December 18. The obvious h is at last happened A strike, which is almost general, has been declared in one of the mist important branches of industry in Kiist Java, the iron and machinery industry. Some ::.000 natives, moslly skilled labour,897 words
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Article139 1925-12-23 11 Some curious results have been produced liy the (leteiinii ation of the Free Stau- Government to revive the Irish language. The word "Dublin has been i ('placed on the postmark of letters postal m the capital by the Were* Baile athla cliath," whirh being interpreted into K;iglish139 words
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Article1075 1925-12-23 11 Some Snares for Unwary Inventors. What good is a patent I a.,\ed un utturney who hud been practising before the Patent Office for thirty years, wiitfK F. P. Slcckbridge m the New York Popular BesHaM Monthly. "If you've got a good invention, a patent is a protection1,075 words
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Advertisement177 1925-12-23 11 ALWAYS THE BEST "His Master's Voice" GRAMOPHONES AND RECORDS. To be obtained from S. MOUTRIE CO., LTD. THE ARCADE, SINGAPORE. Greatest Artistes— -Finest Recording. NEW RECORDS \\^T^ ITm every month. Ask to li HI Blnf hear the latest. t> t,e>e>«>«>««>«>««>««>««>* «>*>«> •>■•>♦> ATALANTA HIGH SPEED STEELS Brands ATALANTA EXTRA SPECIAL.177 words
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Advertisement363 1925-12-23 11 Christmas and New Year Festivities Raffles Hotel CIUtISTMAS EYE Thorwiay, December 24, 19U. CHRISTMAS DINNER and DANCI Ticketa $3.00. BOXING NIGHT NEW YEAR'S EVE BaturdaT, December 26, ISIS. Thnradsy, Deeeaiber SI, IMf. DINNER and FANCY DINNER and FANCY DRESS BALL. DRESS BALL. DWrleatieß ef Carnival NeTehJaa. Dtetrlbatlea of Parlaiaa NeTclttsa,363 words
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Article532 1925-12-23 12 In addition to a selection of new Action the undernoted works have been added to Raffles Library and will be available for issue to-morrow, at 9 a.m. The Library will be closed on Friday.. Christmas Day, and on Saturday, Boxing Day. Aldington, R.— Literary studies and reAllen, E.532 words
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Article189 1925-12-23 12 Mr. Austen Chamberlain has, indeed, had conferred on him a most signal mark of appreciation by the King-Emperor on behalf of the Empire of the work he accomplished at Locarno says an exchange. The most noble Order of the Garter, the chief among: the Orders189 words
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Article42 1925-12-23 12 On December 3, the United States Shipf)ing Board rejected the bid of R. Staney Dollar for the vessels operated by the Admiral-Oriental Line between Seattle and the Far East, m accordance with the recommendation of President Crowley of the Emergency Fleet Corporation.42 words
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Advertisement388 1925-12-23 12 MBl _t__CT*" 9t+ _^fc J "s**"B I __M__ ERASMIC The Dainty SOAP. SoU Agents for Malaya. SIME, DARBY CO., LTD. I«I CROMPTON FANS SEEN BUT NOT HEARD SOLE AGENTS UNITED ENGINEERS LIMITED (Incorporated m the Straits Settlement!) ELECTRICAL DEPARTMENT. IS, BATTERY ROAD, SINGAPORE. "Qnitsgrs" IMPORTANT MORTGAGEE'S SALE The undersigned have388 words
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Advertisement247 1925-12-23 12 WThen Other Cars are Breaking-up --Studebakers are Breaking-in OTUDEBAKERS are built to giv* thousands s^ of miles of excess transportation. Remarkable records for economy and endurance were //^^yi] recently made over a California mountain course rHMKr by twenty Studebalcera with an average mileage \^^^y of over 90,000 miles each. All247 words
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Advertisement897 1925-12-23 13 CHEONG KOON SENG CO. AUCTION SALE ,t( «m»up)rr towa kihl »aw trj iroaert'.M. Ai Maaara. Cheonir Koon S.. X a C' u s saleroom. No. So, Cballa Blraat, on Wednesday. IVceniber :iO. at IM p.m. Lot l. VataaUe '■>:> raara' leaaahold laad and hoii'v No. I, Manila Street, Sinpipore, nm897 words
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Advertisement430 1925-12-23 13 LIMITED The Leading Hotel m Siam Entirely Renovated. DchUtifully situatnl m the residential district of the town, within a few minutes of the llusiness Centre. EUROPEAN SUPERVISION Modrrn Kanltation throuihout the Hotel. tlcc'ric li^h'.K. Fans, bells In every room. Oi.ii Motor Carace. RATES Single room from Tirals 12 p»r day.430 words
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Advertisement407 1925-12-23 13 The Tonic that British Doctors recommend Hall's Wine has been prescribed by British doctors for over thirty years. They know how it builds up strength m every case of weakness. If you ar; weak from any cause, Hall's Wine will quickly restore you to glorious health and vigour. Free Wineglasses.407 words
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Advertisement350 1925-12-23 13 RUGBY The Car ujion which you can rely to get you there and bring you back which, if required, will start up on most hills m top upon vthich a novice cm with th« utmost ease whose appearance, performaice unH i-omfort ar? r«iual to curs of double the price and350 words
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Advertisement522 1925-12-23 14 AasetK over 15,500,000 B.C. Aamuiixce la gore* f)rer f1d,006,00t. The Great Eastern life Assurance Co., Ltd. (Incoipurated m Strait. Settlements.) HEAD Ol FICE Winche.ter House, Singapore. LONDON ONFICE 62, Old Jewry, E.C. The Company has £20,000 deposited with the Supreme Court of England and compile, with the British Life Assurance522 words
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Advertisement1094 1925-12-23 14 BANKING INTERfJATIOHAL BANKING CORPORATION (Capital Paid-ai> U.S. $5,000,000 Surplua U.S. $5,000,000 Owaea •> Tiik. .NATIONAL CITT BANK OF NEW TOBK. Keaa OOcs M, WALL BTBKCT. NBW TOBK. Lsstdaa OSes i M, BISHOPGATB, MjC ■M-tal BAROEION* OOW MADRID SANTO DOMINQO BATAVIA DAIRKS MANILA SHANGHAI BOMBAY HANKOW PANAMA SINGAPOM CALCUTTA HARBIN PEKING1,094 words
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Advertisement459 1925-12-23 14 BANKING THE BANK OF TAIWAN,' LIMITED. (Incorporated by Special Charter in Japan) Capital Subscribed Y45,000,000 Capital Paid-up Y39,875,000 Reserve Fund Y 1,760,000 President H. Mori, Esq. DIRECTORS 0 Kawasaki, Esq. T. Histfmune, Esq. I). Takita, Esq. M. Shuto, Esq. HEAD OFFICE Taipeh, Formosa (Taiwan). BRANCHES AND AGENCIES Keelung, Taichu, Kagi,459 words
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Advertisement798 1925-12-23 14 DEPT. OF AGRICULTURE, S.S. F.M.S. There are now vacancies m this Department for Malay Apprentices. Candidates must be Malays, between the ages of IT und 22 years. They should have passed the Junior or Senior Cambridge Local Examination, or, if they have sat for this examination m 1925, the results798 words
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Advertisement775 1925-12-23 14 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STRAITS SETTLEMENTS SETTLEMENT Of SINGAPORE. Suit No. 23 of 1925 In the Mutter of the Estate of TAN CHBMG BIONG, drreasea. between TAN CHIN Tl A.V an infant suing hv hii next friend l.rr Guay K« K Plaintiff, and TAN SENG BOO and TAN775 words
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Article1060 1925-12-23 15 Notes and Comments On Current Topics. Engine Design. The following notes Usapidlllf engine design have been forwarded in connection with the recent Cycle and Motor Cycle Show at Olympia: As regards engine design, improve- mcnts in lubrication have already been noted. The battle of the valves remain;1,060 words
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Advertisement91 1925-12-23 15 NEW MODELS. As Attractive m Appearance as m Price. Nothing m recent years has aroused such interest among car-owners as the smart appearance of the latest Ford Curs. No Increase m Prices. WEARNE BROS., LTD. t »»~>-»~*-»**« > > >IHI» DO NOT DECIDE ON YOUR NEW CAB DRIB TOO HAVE91 words
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Advertisement320 1925-12-23 15 A LORRY TYRE OF SUPER QUALITY The Goodyear Heavy Duty Cushion traction and greater mileage beis a deep, massive tyre of the cause of toughest rubber human skill can 1. The high quality of rubber mould. compound. It has maximum load carrying abi- 2. A greater total volume of lily320 words
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Advertisement286 1925-12-23 16 Patronised by Royalty Established 1872. Good News at Christmas Tide Presents for young and old. A delightful stock from which to choose everybody's gift SPECIALITY-CHINESE JADE B.P. De Silva 62 and 6.1, UGI STREET, SINGAPORE. Branch No. 1. BISIIOP STREET, PENANG. AN ANTISEPTIC LINIMENT There is no danger whatever: from286 words
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Advertisement384 1925-12-23 16 JUST ARRIVED White Glazed Tiles AND Terra-CottaTiles (Natural Colour). Enquiries Invited. LEE KIM SOO 20, HIGH STREET. NEvTaiIPMENTS ARRIVED LOWEST PRICES. Tuck's Genuine Round Packing (all sizes) Tuck's Asbestos Red Compressed Jointing 1/32 ins. 1/16 ins. and 1,8 ins. Stauffer's C. I. Lubricators (all sizes). Davies' Emery Cloth (all sizes).384 words
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Advertisement936 1925-12-23 16 CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS The PREPAID charts, for Want., For Sale, To Let, etc., tn ordinary close set type (average six words to line) are Per line One insertion 28 cent., two In.. 4« ett>., three ins. 64 cts., four ins. 82 cent., five ins. $1.00, six m.. $1.18, ten m.. $1.40,936 words
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Advertisement719 1925-12-23 16 LAND AND HOUSES TO LET, house No. D, Eber Road, off Oxlej Read. Apply to 10, De Souza Street or 2, Ebcr Road. 'm LiOT, it>3 and 104, Cecil Straet. For particulars. Apply 8. Mannaseh and Co., No 4, D'Almeida S'reet. TO LET, compound house 88, Balestiur Road, rent cheap.719 words
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Advertisement271 1925-12-23 16 Toys! Toys Toys!!! Delight to the Kids, Memories of childhood days to the parents. Something clever yet low m price. FOR UTTLE TOTS MEDIUM TOTS HC TOTS We have the toy to suit. Your dollar yoes long way at "THE TOY HOUSE." FRANKELS The City's most beautiful store VICTORIA STREET,271 words
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Advertisement323 1925-12-23 16 1926. > Annuals and Ideal Gift Hooks for children of all A'^cs. Collins Lelts's Diaries of different varieties, suitable for pur regular customers. Christmas and New Year Greeting Cards of numerous kinds. All our customers nre requested to make early selection and satisfy their requirements. PRICES ARE REDUCED TO LOWEST323 words
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