Malaya Tribune, 18 August 1914

Total Pages: 16
1 16 Malaya Tribune
  • 39 1 The Malaya Tribune. [Progressive and Independent Evening Daily.] Vol. 1. No. 193. SINGAPORE, TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 1914 Price 5 Cents. THE MALAYA TRIBUNE, TUESDAX AUGUST 18, 1911. THE GREAT WAR. NOTES AND NEWS. Cbe Walapa Cribunc, TUESDAY, AUGUST 18.
    39 words
  • Page 1 Advertisements
    • 559 1 POLICIES OF THE CHINA MUTUAL LIFB INSURANCE CO., LTD. GIVE MAXIMUM PROTECTION AT MINIMUM COST For rates further particulars apply to THE RESIDENT SECRETARY, 2, Finlayson Green. NOW AT THE SHOWING j CINEMATOGRAPH NORTH BRIDGE ROAD.) A SENSATIONAL DETECTIVE DRAMA THE RAGE FOR THE RUBIES (THREE REEL EXCLUSIVE J A
      559 words

  • 354 2 A terrible tragedy occurred on board the German steamer Oberhausen during her passage from Fremantle to Port Adelaide. Huge Stadler, the chief steward, was, it is alleged, murdered by the second steward, Paul Gunther, who subsequently threw the body overboard. The supposed murderer is in close custody
    354 words
  • 229 2 From further details which I have now received, of the defence of Berat by Captain Ghillardi and his men against the Albanian insurgents, writes the Times correspondent at Durazzo, it appears that some of the guns used were actually those presented by Nelson to Ali Pasha,
    229 words
  • 78 2 At a meeting of the Sumatra Coconuts, Ltd., held in Penang on July 28, the following resolution was passed:-" That it has been proved to the satisfaction of this meeting that the company cannot, by reason of its liabilities, continue its business, and that it is advisable to wind up
    78 words
  • Page 2 Advertisements
    • 227 2 MOTO COLUMB TYRES. IN HOT COUNTRIES. THE COLUMB TYRE Co., (Far East.) 51, ROBINSON ROAD, Singapore. Telephone: 1510. Telegraphic Address: PROWODNIK. 28-4 Framroz's Motto is forward n to stand Rightly the fair place their Waters defend Ahead on Merit sheer Merit they go Matchless their waters most people now know
      227 words
    • 278 2 OBSERVE LABEL A SIMPLE.NOURISHING FOOD OIvHIGH MEDICINAL VALUE. OBTAINABLE AT ALL STORES'HOTEtST&^COjBS 1 KIM HIN Co., SOLE AGENTS. 12-5 Important Notice to Contractors Builders. The United Saw Mills, Ltd., (Incorporated in the Straits Settlements.) AUTHORISED CAPITAL $1,000,000 BOARD OF DIRECTORS. ONG SAM LEONG Esq., CHAIRMAN. DR. LIM BOON KENG. TAN
      278 words

  • 1501 3 Agadir —and After. R, a Diplomat.] j.. v i S f, 1911, th* German a ,r IB Paris, Baron yon vtHlked into the room of the Mmister f<»r Foreign Affairs Junced that the German gm J «Haolbej had dropped anci or 1 boar of Agadir and would a there till
    1,501 words
  • 84 3 The funeral of the late Mr. Zia Ze Ding, one of the founders of the China Mutual Life Insurance Co., who died at Tsingtau (China) recently, took place on Aug. lat Shanghai. It was on an exceptionally elaborate scale. Following the excellent example of the British authorities in Malaya, the
    84 words
  • Page 3 Advertisements
    • 321 3 Clk Continental stamp Co. "We hold a large stock of Asiatic and European stamps of Rarity. Prices moderate. Approval sheets of stamps sent out against Cash deposit. Satisfaction Guaranteed, or money refunded if not satisfied. We also have in stock Coloured and Uncoloured views of Singapore, Philatelic Accessories, etc., etc.,
      321 words
    • 145 3 Singapore Gold Storage Co, LIMITED. Australian Creamery Butter NOTICE. is hereby given that on and after the 11th instant. Goods will only be supplied for cash, The usual prices will be maintained as long as possible. TELEPHONE No, BAS. SINGAPORE AND BRANCHES. Cash Clearance Sale THREE WEEKS ONLY From August
      145 words

  • 879 4 Sir George Cailaghan. The King, in joining the Navy at Spithead, joins many old friends, says the Sketch of Jojy W The ships may he new, but the men he has most to do with this week are well-known to him. Admiral Cailaghan is one of them.
    879 words
  • 390 4 New Coastal Towers to Fight Warplaaes. Defences of Portsmouth. [A sei ies of towers, each armed with two quick-firing guns, for defence against aircraft, are to be provided around Portsmouth Harbour and elsewhere on the coast. The first series are already up.—Exchange Telegraph Co.] Coast defence problems have
    390 words
  • Page 4 Advertisements
    • 84 4 TAN BENG CHIANG NURSERIES Orchard Road, Singapore. Telephone 1258 Special attention to orders forCut Flowers, Wreaths, Bouquets &c All flowers grown and picked in our Nursery. Paercl Post or Rail orders can be sent in Hot Weather to arrive perfectly fresh. Floral de corations for Balls, Dinner Tables, and all
      84 words
    • 342 4 The Malaya Tribune. 1 Can be had at the following depots Singapore. Hotel van Wijk, Stamford Road. Messrs. Koh Co., 90, Brae Basah Road.' Hotel de l'Europe. Adelphi Hotel. Messrs. Kim Co. Chop Teck Seng, 97, Selegie Road. Mr. Pang Boon Tin, Tank Road Railway Station.) Army Navy Bar, High
      342 words
    • 241 4 NOTICE, ij On Account of our Removal to Lirm» r Premises, We are open to Accept Offers for Surplus Stocks of:— j KAPOR RED RESAK CHENGHAI DAROO j BALLOW MIRABAU I In Planks, Scantlings and Logs. Kirn Seng Leung Co., TIMBER MERCHANTS, 59-3, LAVENDER STREET. International Rubber Congress and Exhibition.
      241 words

  • 1867 5 a gazetteer of the frontier. Notes on its Topography. The river Meuse and the towns and villages on its banks are destined to play a very conspicuous part in the present War and in fact it may safely be assumed that the great battles which are
    1,867 words
  • 60 5 The Austro Hungarian Navy is maintained in a highly efficient state, and includes a flotilla of monitors for the Danube. The Navy comprises to date 4 dreadnoughts, 12 powerful ships of the pre-dreadnought class, 3 armoured cruisers, 9 cruisers, 7 torpedo gunboats, 18 destroyers, G3 torpedo boats and
    60 words
  • Page 5 Advertisements
    • 163 5 ASAHI BEER ft SAPPORO !H BLACK BEER ASAfcffiEEft J gSSyj AND CITRON WATER h9 Hig rize Anglo=Japanese Exhibition. Tamoto Co., 351, Victoria Street, TELEPHONE 412, AND ALL RETALERS. Mitsui Bussan Kaisha, Ltd., SOLE AGENTS FOR The Dai Nippon Brewery Co., Ltd. Japanese Dental Surgeon. I. HIRANO, No. 384, NORTH BRIDGE
      163 words
    • 62 5 THE ARYA DISPENSARY. Dispensing Chemists 4 Druggists, 490, NORTH BRIDGE ROAD. Telephone No- 15 33 Blocked Drugs, Patent Medicines, Toilet Requisites, Surgical Instruments, Real Pebble Glasses. 8-7 W. D. WILSON Dispensing Chemist Druuist, 10, River Side, Malacca. Patent Medicines, Perfumery and Toilet Requisites. Selected Picture Post Cards, of Malacca Views.
      62 words

  • 751 6 What the Right of Way Means to Us. Napoleon, about a century ago, said, The only way to prevent the Continental Powers from bridling you is for England to f proceed in her proper sphere as an insular Power, possessing the command of the sea Your
    751 words
  • 82 6 Raub Gold. We are indebted to the courtesy of Messrs. Derrick and Co., the Local Secretaries for the following returns from the Raub Australian Gold Mining Coy.'s Mines in Malaya. The following was the result of orushing operations at Raub for the four weeks ended
    82 words
  • 346 6 The London and China Express advise the following bookings outward Per P. and O. steamer Maloja, connecting with the steamer Arcadia at Colombo, due August 21. —Mr. and Mrs. G. Gallagher, Mr. W. H. Smith, Mr. H. V. Clow, Mr. S. J. Edwards, Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Aston,
    346 words
  • 96 6 Per Singkara, from Sambas, August 17.—Mr. J. L. v. dor Weerden. Per Stentor, from Saigon, August 17.—Messrs. Amedel Lions, Mazard, Brigham. Per Medusa, from Deli, August 17.—Messrs. Ellis, Laurient, Sasserent, Suisse. Per Ipoh, from Port Swettenham, August 17. —Messrs. B. M. Collison, Schmidt, Brown, Snodgrass, Ong Kirn Kiat,
    96 words
  • 122 6 Some Idea «'i the London at the otttbreali conveyed by a telegram, 3rd inst., printed ii' papers —The scenes in End were nnnmrmlleled Boer war. The Btrei thronged with excite Special editions ol were published with 1* rapidity and were eagei and read under the The
    122 words
  • Page 6 Advertisements
    • 245 6 WHOLESALE RETAIL MERCHANTS. FANCY GOODS OF I**«° ALL KIND &*V^°* fine l/C* X 3apaneoe porcelain ca Seto *P tctttre frames ani> Curios. OF ALL DESCRIPTIONS. RAVENSWAY Co., No. 187, ORCHARD ROAD, Singapore. Telephone, No. 717. UNDERTAKERS. MARBLE MERCHANTS AND MONUMENTAL MASONS. 19-6 11 IM||M|JM|||M| MMMiMI| |MIM MM I ,,ii v
      245 words
  • Page 6 Miscellaneous
    • 494 6 fixtures. Tuesday, Utk. Emperor of Austria's Brithdav Meeting of the Chamber r,, the Exchange Building a First Aid Practice at o p.m Tides: Hiijh water9.20a.m. 7 Wednesday, 19th. First Aid Lecture at the Vict. u. Outward Mail due by N. V K Tides High water a.m. Thursday, 20th. First Aid
      494 words

  • 157 7 perplexed writes to the Straits __a statement made to me to-day that Shanghai might be used, and possibly is at the moment, as a port of ref nge for enemy ships has set mj mind a-thinking. Suppose for instance that a number of German and Austrian vessels
    157 words
  • 319 7 Pnjrm oft the Iritis* Retttahia. Every effort is being made, says the Journal of Commerce in its last issue, to complete the Tnrkish Super-Dreadnought Reshadieh at as early a date as is possible, and with this view upwards of 3,000 men are employed in
    319 words
  • 111 7 London, Aug. 8. Contrasting the courtesy shown to the departing German Ambassadors of England and France, the french Ambassador, on his return from fieri;n, states that the Germans did not allow him to travel via Holland and Belgium, but compelled him to proceed to
    111 words
  • 75 7 [Deutsche Japan-Post Service.] London, July 25. Sensational articles are being published in certain journals, amongst which is The Times, on the alleged granting of permission by the Dutch Government to the German Vulcan Dockyard and the well-known firm of Thyssen for the construction of a
    75 words
  • 273 7 On Aug. 1 the Japan Times gave the following particulars relative to the effect of the acute crisis on Japanese trade The first effect of the war felt here was the slump in the raw silk market at Yokohama on Monday. On Tuesday the
    273 words
  • 215 7 The first pair of the Austrian Dreadnoughts are now complete an<J in service.* They are the Tegetthdff and Viribus Unitis, and each carries twelve 12-in. guns in four triple turrets, and twelve G-in. guns. All the 12-in. guns fire on either broadside. The speed is 20 to
    215 words
  • 188 7 At a meeting of the Legislative Council of Ceylon at Colombo on Bth inst. before the proceedings, His Excellency the Governor said At this juncture I think it right, honourable gentlemen of the Legislative Council, to preface our proceedings here to-day a brief word as to Ceylon's
    188 words
  • 99 7 Paris, Aug. 9, Latest wire-news from Paris: It is officially reported that the French pluck at Altkirch was astounding, especially during the furious rush preceding the capture of the entrenchments and in other bayonet charges, resulting in the rout of the enemy who abandoned their second line of
    99 words
  • 111 7 H. H. the Sultan invited the leading residents of Kelantan on Monday last at i> p.m. to attend a service of prayers for the protection and victory of British arms during the present war. The ceremony was of a most impressive nature. First came the High
    111 words
  • 121 7 At the end of the year Admiral Sir George Cailaghan will complete his tenu re of office as Commander-in-Chief of the Home Fleets. He will be succeeded in this post —the most important executive command in the Navy—by Vice-Admiral Sir John Jelliooe, at present Second Sea
    121 words
  • 165 7 Ceylon Observer Service) A|#al to Eritishcn to Volvitar. Calcutta, Aug. 3. Telegrams to India from the Continent are being greatly delayed the wires being cut in Austria, Germany, Russia and other places in Europe. Only the Eastern Telegraph Company's cables are working and message are coming
    165 words
  • 16 7 Brussels, Aug. 4. The Germans have invaded the Dutch province of Limburg.
    16 words
  • 329 7 Calcutta, Aug. 4. The Calcutta papers are full of the war news. Mar war ri traders made a rush for the Currency Office and banks, changing currency notes for gold and silver coins. Volunteers are enlisting in every branch of the Corps and trade is practically
    329 words
  • 21 7 Delhi, Aug, 5« A letter warning all European for service has been issued. Volunteer recruitment is brisk.
    21 words
  • 96 7 Calcutta, Aug. 4. There was again an unusual rusk at the Currency Office to-day, to change currency notes into specie So great was the demand in the morning that the Police had \to intervene to regulate the crowd. A notice was put up notifying that sovereigns
    96 words
  • 17 7 It is reported that a number ef Civil Officers have been warned fer military service.
    17 words
  • 81 7 An Italian resident, interviewed, said that Austria is fighting to take? Servia and gain an outlet to tha Maditerranean, in which Germany is supporting her. Italy would never assist in such a war, as the Alliance is simply defensive. Oik the other hand, if Austria touches
    81 words
  • 32 7 In case of England joining any of the belligerents, Dr. A. Suhrawardy contemplates organising and sending out an Indian Red Crescent Medical Mission to the scene of war.
    32 words
  • 216 7 Bombay, Aug. 4.—The Share Market was steady on Monday, but to-day totally collapsed under a bearish feeling, and prices went down considerably. The Bank si refuse to advance money on the security of shares, as money was required for trade purposes. The Exchange Banks. The Chairman
    216 words
  • 109 7 Calcutta, Aug. 7k In consequence of the declaration of war, five Uansa Line boats ii» port have been detained by the authorities. The 41 Rotenfels H had partly cast off when she was seized* Euittfteat ia Nabttl*. Xanuoya, Aug. 6. Excitement have been prevailing all
    109 words

  • 644 8 Not in the history of British expansion in the West or East Indies, in Africa or in Asia, can any act be discovered—though there were deeds committed by British Commanders in which few British subjects take pride—that can at all be compared with the seizure of Kiauchau
    644 words
  • 86 8 The Japanese liner Hirano Maru had amongst her cargo for this port 4,413 tons ot lumber. The' Straits steam ship company is despatching vessels from the port during the day as follows ELS. Lady Weld sails at 4-30 p.m. from the roads for Malacca and Muar with general
    86 words
  • 104 8 The following properties disposed of by auction at M< Ching Keng Lee Co.' s yesterday afternoon L 990 years' leasehold la ,i house No: 43 Fraser Street, {Z 1,061 sq feet, bought by Mr Tar Kwee Wah for $5,900. 2. 999 years' Leasehold land v I house No
    104 words
  • 198 8 Perhaps the most importai tion of our modern military s is its capability to ii 11 up the caused in the ranks a cai progresses. An Army in Buffers from a constant wasuu to disease, to casualties in and this must needs be made or the force
    198 words
  • 258 8 The Ipoh Times obsei res ti many ways the good folk of Kinta Valley u are being repeatedl; reminded that they are not In under normal conditions. In Ij the crisis has been brav< commendable prudence and 1 ness, and, on the whole, we that the
    258 words
  • 74 8 Om Kota Bahru untitled reports that the Ore and the crisis it has c financial and most other i evidenced in Kelantan oeasation of the extensi Kelantan Railway from 7. owing to lack of fund.- stull's —sugar, coffee, tea, gone up in price a good w several rubber estates have
    74 words
  • Page 8 Advertisements
    • 311 8 ASBESTO Sheets Slates FOR WALLS CEILINGS PARTITIONS ROOFS, Etc, Strong Durable Light and Cheap. Stiarpe, Ross Co., Ltd. SINGAPORE. DON'T HOARD YOUR CASH. Take out a good substantial policy in The Great Eastern Life Assurance Company, Limited. The head of every family should ask himself this pertinent question. "How would
      311 words
    • 97 8 "DON'T BE SCARED"! Our prices for Whisky have not been raised and We still give credit; So there is absolutely no excuse for being thirsty. A fellow-feeling makes us wondrous kind. O tempora! O mores! T. M. LAMB GO. 1, Raffles Place. WINFRED Cigarettes. TUE WORLDS BEST VALUE IN VIRGINIA
      97 words

  • 634 9 For India and the War" see page 10- Moon Opera Co. advertise, for rht "Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves. 1 vshcroft'a celebrated billiard being advertised by yf,... Krankel and Co. y,. lay, at Kuala Lumpur, the Co. quoted the local as $62 till 4 p. m.
    634 words
  • 147 9 Lloyd s Quarterly Figures. Returns compiled by Lloyd's Register of Shipping, which only take into account vessels of 100 tons and upwards the construction of which has actually begun, show that excluding warships there were 477 vessels of 1.722,124 tons gross under construction in the United Kingdom
    147 words
  • 59 9 A telegram to Java states that the head of the firm of Speidel and Co., in Saigon, has been ordered to quit the country. He sailed by the Norwegian steamer Solva for Java. [It will be remembered by our readers, that Messrs. Speidel and Co. had their oilices
    59 words
  • 55 9 The Wireless station at Yap (Caroline Isles) has had a visit from a British cruiser, which has taken charge of it. The squadron then steamed to the South-West. It is believed that Angaur, not distantly situated from Yap, is their objective. Angaur is the Southermost of the
    55 words
  • 54 9 Messrs. Nutter ami Pearse Ipoh, on 15th inst. received the following cable from their Agents in London "Insurance three per cent., prices will rise, cable orders." The ju ices allude to goods, machinery and so on, we take it. which seems to be a sign of good
    54 words
  • 35 9 London Aug. 8. Berlin news states :—The oxChancellor, yon Bulow, says that even if the world were filled with devils, Germans would maintain their place in the sun.
    35 words
  • 102 9 Kaiser off to the Front. JAPAN'S ULTIMATUM TO GERMANY. French Advance on Strasburg, Another German Reverse. 1,500 Men and Big Guns Captured in the Vosges. Reuter's Service. London, Aug. 17. .'l-1.1 a.m. A Paris message states that a number of Germans Boeing before
    Reuter's Service.  -  102 words
  • 95 9 Kiauchau to be Eventually Returned to China. London, Aug. 17, 2-45 a.m. A message from Tokyo states that Japan has sent an Ultimatum to Germany saying, In order to prevent disturbance in the Far East, as contemplated by the British Alliance, Japan advises Germany to
    95 words
  • 16 9 Official confirmation of the above message has just been received by the Japanese Consul.
    16 words
  • 177 9 London, Aug. 17, 5-10 a.m. According to a Servian semiofficial statement the French fleet attacked the Austrians off Budua yesterday morning, sinking two Austrian i ronclads and setting another on fire, while the fourth fled Northward. The fight lasted over an hour. [Budua is
    177 words
  • 48 9 Die Wacht Am Rhein. Kaiser Off to the Front. London, Aug. 17, >.."> a.m. It is stated in Berne that a telegram from Berlin at 4.30 announces that the Kaiser left in the morning for Mainz (on the left bank of the Rhine) with the Headquarters Staff.
    48 words
  • 30 9 Reported Ssrvian Victory. London, Aug. 17,12.30 p.m.* A big battle is proceeding at Shabatz. There are rumours of a Servian victory, but no official reports are obtainable.
    30 words
  • 66 9 Strasburg the Objective- London, Aug. 1 7,12.30 p.m. The French troops are advancing all along Alsace and Lorraine. The movement is particularly rapid towards Strasbu rg where they captured many heavy calibre guns, field guns, and convoys including motor lorries. The success at Dinant was
    66 words
  • 98 9 The Russians have entered Austria by the upper course ol" the Bug and Styr. The Russians have also taken the offensive against Thorn andGaudenz. The Germans are hurrying large reserves to suppoit their five Army Corps on this frontier. [Thorn is a powerful fortress
    98 words
  • 44 9 Japan s Assurance to U. S. London, Aug. 17, 12.30 p.m. The Japanese Ambassador has informed the United States that every American interest will be safeguarded. The United States regards Japan's promise to restore Kiauchau to China as satisfactory.
    44 words
  • 26 9 London. Aug. 17, 4.5 p. m. The Government has informed Welsh coal exporters that no trade with Turkey is now permitted.
    26 words
  • 41 9 Germans Occupy Tavete. Renter's Nairobi correspondent says that Germans numbering one hundred have occupied Tavete. [Tavete is a town in British East Africa situated to the North of the German possession. It is a British military station.]
    41 words
  • 74 9 French Fleet Sweeping tbe Adriatic. The Official Press Bureau states fchat the French fleet has .-wept tieAdriatic as far as Cattaro. The sunken Austrian cruiser was of the Aspern type. [The Aspwn is a small protected cruiser of 2*363 tons, carrying a crew of SQS
    74 words
  • 65 9 Turkey at Her Old Game. Launching an Army Against Grwce via Bulgaria. London, Aug. 17, r >.ls p.m. Greece announces that she has received intimation that Turkish troops have crossed into Bulgaria in the direction of Greece. The latter has notified the Porte that in the event
    65 words
  • 92 9 {Courteously Supplied by Freneh Consul.) Paris, Aug. lf>, (I p.m. General Lyautey has expelled from Morocco all the German and Austrian subjects. General French has left Paris to join the British Army. The French have gallantly stormed the villages of Blamont and Cirey and re-captured Thonn and
    92 words
  • 54 9 Acting Chief Justice Guest of Honour. (Mftlni/a TWktM Special.) Penang, Aug. IS. Mi-. Justice Sercombe Smith gave a dinner part}' at the Eastern and Oriental Hotel on Saturday in honour of the Acting Chief Justice and Mrs. Bucknill. Among those present were the Resident Councillor, Sir Evelyn Ellis,
    54 words
  • 22 9 Tennant, the well-known trainer, died of pleurisy at the General Hospital at the age of 43. The funeral was largely attended.
    22 words
  • 251 9 Th* L. and C. Express of July 24 states that the Bank-rate remains unchanged at 3 per cent. The Open market rate for short loans is 2 per cent., and discount of four months 1 Bank bills 2| per cent. The Silver market has shown further
    251 words
  • 34 9 The South Midland Mounted Brigade was the first forma) daring the recent recruiting period for service abroad. It consist.- of threregiments of Yeomanry with artillery and details It destined fOl service abroad.
    34 words

  • 114 10 Since Monday there has been a big run on the Ceylon Savings Bank. I This bank is chiefiy used by the poorer classes and no amount of persuation seemed to allay their fears. To-day there was a big rush at the bank which was more crowded than
    114 words
  • 130 10 Offers of assistance in the war are pouring in to the Government of India from Ruling Chiefs and other leading members of the various communities in India. Nizam and Maharajah of Bikanir. Later. H. E. the Viceroy has received from H. H. the Nizam and H. H.
    130 words
  • 157 10 (Message Censored.) Calcutta, Aug 5. The Japanese fleet off the China coast has concentrated near Tsingtau where it is keeping a clone watch on the German Pacific Fleet. In the event of a declaration of war between Germany and Great Britain this action will minimise
    157 words
  • 59 10 Calcutta, August 6. As Volunteers, European and Eurasians are enrolling themselves in large numbers. The Bengalis are holding a public meeting in Calcutta Town Hall to consider in what manner they may co-operate with Government. They desire to join the Volunteer Force. All trade is at
    59 words
  • 85 10 Calcutta, August 7. The commercial panic is abating. The war U the engrossing subject. Unscrupulous dealers are raising the prices of Dot only i.nported articles but foodstuffs for which there is at present no demand. This has created much indignation among resident who are calling for Government
    85 words
  • 81 10 Allahabad, August 7. Special London cables to the Pioneer say that Mr. Lloyd George has announced in the Commons that underthe Government Insurance Scheme ship-owners were required to pay only 20 per cent of the premium on hulls. Government paying the balance. A Government Bureau will undertake insurance
    81 words
  • 118 10 An Hour FaoM British Port Shb DisouiBßB Herself and Flies Back to America. Allahabad, Aug. 7. Only an hour before the Norddeutscher Lloyd Kronprinzesaen Cecilie, carrying two million sterling in gold for London and Paris, was hue at Plymouth, the Agent informed the Great Western
    118 words
  • 29 10 Allahabad, Aug. 7. London papers are giving war news almost exclusively, and are reduced in size owing to uncertainty of the supply of paper.
    29 words
  • 258 10 Calcutta, Aug 8. Calcutta this morning has gone crazy over the great British victory in the North Sea. Simultaneously with the receipt of papers containing the news the residents started singing Rule Britannia." The news of the Germans' defeat near Liege was received in the earlier part
    258 words
  • 107 10 We learnt to-day that Mr. John Hagenfceck, having overlooked confirming to the requirements of the proclamation of H. E. the Governor with reference to all German subjects in Ceylon, was Given 24 Hours to Quit Ceylon. With the notice was also issued a dire
    107 words
  • 314 10 Limburg, Dufc lighter 1141 tons, Cajfc GTydlf, arrived from Pladjoe, 17-8. For Pladjoe. Anglo Saxon P. Co. Ajai, Dut tug Capt Glynis, arrived from Pladjoe, 17-8. For Pladjoe. Anglo Saxon P. Co. Medusa, Brit »tr 323 tons, Capt Clark, arrived from Deli, 17-8. For Deli. Mansfield. Ruraphiu8, Dut
    314 words
  • 103 10 TANJONG PAGAR. Ka&t Wharf (Basin) beet ion No. 1 Nil last Wharf No.'2—Rnmphiua Sheen Wharf No. B—Nil Albert*- Victora Dry Dock—Nil Main Wharf Section 4—C. L. y Lepez Jinsen Mam n m 6—Nil M n it I —Myrmidon Mednsa New Dock No. 7—Stentor
    103 words
  • 113 10 SISOAPORB, ACGUBT 14. On London— Bank 4 m/s. 2/4 3/16 Demand 2/3 15/16 Private 6 m/s. 2/4 31/32 3 m/s. 2/4 15/32 On Germany— Bank d/d. 238 Private 3 m/s. 243 On France— Bank d/d. 290 Private 3 m/s. 298 On India— BankT. T. 174| Private SO d/s. 176
    113 words
  • Page 10 Advertisements
    • 140 10 NORTH BRITISH CLINCHER MOTOR TYRES The Tyres that are superior for they ait made of PLANTATION RUBBER." We beg to announce that we have been appointed Sole Agents in the S.S, and F.M.S. for the North British Rubber Co., London, and now hold full stock of the above tyres. PRICE
      140 words

  • 289 11 George V, by the Grace of God t he Tnited Kingdom of Great \l tin and Ireland and of the I i-h Dominions beyond the Seas Knl'. Defender of the Faith, Emjteror of India. PROCLAMATION. j. WILKINSON, Officer Administering the Government. Whereas by an
    289 words
  • 230 11 it >pite ot the excitement over > war and the shortage of ready -i the Picture Shows are still i ii;_r a fair amount of business. S'veini have been showing military while others have been nt*-nt w ith their usual programme, ail of a more or less
    230 words
  • 30 11 •n cards were taken out for lies Medal for August. The wing scores were returned Holden 44—4—40 Drammond 51—10 —41 Keith T>5 —8 —47 Hallifax r>6—9—47
    30 words
  • 21 11 Abe men's Monthly Medals post- i f rom August Bth, will be ed for on August 22nd and
    21 words
  • 800 11 Quotations are Nominal. Singapore, August 18. Lyall and Eratt, Exchange and Share Brokers, issue the following list of quotation* [LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE CLOSED.] Rubber Shares. Norn. Value. Buyer*. Bellert. 2/- Allagar 1/4* fit] X 1 Anglo Java 2/0 Hi 1 Anglo-Johore 1/6 3/6 21- Anglo-Malay 7/7* 8/7*
    800 words
  • Page 11 Advertisements
    • 154 11 The Trading Co. 36, ROBINSON ROAD. H. AHMAD, Engineer Contractor. (Reinforced Concrete Work, a Speciality.) 169. SERANGOON ROAD. SINGAPORE. NOTICE TO MOTOR CAR OWNERS. SHELL BRAND BENZINE. You can obtain your supplies in a pure condition from us, as we receive our stocks direct from The Asiatic Petroleum Co. CAUTION.
      154 words
    • 144 11 JOHN LITTLE Co., LIMITED. NOTICE. For the present. Goods will be supplied for Cash only. Usual Prices without discount will be maintained as long as possible. All freight and packing rebates to outstations are withdrawn. As an alternative to the above, if it will be a convenience to our customers,
      144 words

  • 99 12 Soldiers Revolt in Human. Pekiug, July 25. Letter* from Chencbow, Hunan, announce that on 13th July one thousand ohhV.s declared the joint independence of Kwnngtung and J Hunan and compelled tradesmen to hoist white flags itisc An d Chinese Republic, President Sun Wen (Sun Yat Sen)." Colonel Wu,
    99 words
  • 85 12 Peking, July 25. Lord Ffrench, representing Messrs. i Pauling and Co., yesterday evening signed the final contract for the from Shasi to Hsingyafu. I The terms, in which there has teen no alteration since the preliminary agreement was signed in December last, are that the line shall
    85 words
  • 42 12 Peking, Jul ~7. One hundred students, whose expensts will be paid out of tlie boxer Indemnity Fund, leave for America on 15th August. The party includes twelve women who will be the first women Indemnity students to proceed to America.
    42 words
  • 68 12 Peking, July 27. The Central Government has ordered the retiring Civil Governor at Canton, Mr. Li Kai-hsien, to visit Kwauguhowhan before proceeding to Feking in August and to find out the facts of the alleged poll-tax. It is stated ths«t the Central Government will discuss the
    68 words
  • 59 12 Peking, July 27. It is reported that a prilimiuary contract has been signed by the Chiaotungpu and a Belgian syndicate to construct a line from Lanchowfu to Kuldia. It will be 1,850 miles long and will cost XI 2,000,000. The construction loan will be secured upon the
    59 words
  • 86 12 C»» ton. Jul* 26. pitiable reports nre bemg revived j fiom the floo ed distort", w some of whirh no aid h »s been received. It is alleged that to ere has been corruption among s«me relief committees and that a number of patent medicine concerns procured
    86 words
  • 100 12 Lauchowfu, July 25. Twelve Mohammedans, members, of a new sect, were *hot by order of General Ma An-liang in the old city at Taochow on July 11th. Among them were Ma Chi-hsi, leader of the sect, and his two brothers. An official proclamation charges them with being
    100 words
  • 77 12 Peking, July 28. As a result of representations from the Legations and the opposition of merchants the Civil Governors of Kiang*u and Cbeki&cg have wired to Peking, stating that they are consulting the Chiefs of the ProvinviaJ Finance Departments with regard to a postponement of the new taxes
    77 words
  • 67 12 Cauton, July 26. The police are suddenly exercising extra vigilance to prepare to check a reported movement by rebels. The reports of unusual brigandage in toe interior are alarming toe whole province Several towns have already m-pended because they are unable to meet the baudits demands.
    67 words
  • 103 12 Canton, July 29. Since July 12th, one British torpedo defetroyer has been cruising the West River and four torpedo boats have been stitioned at eikai, 11 chao aud Wenchow, while the Coinese Vice-Minister of the Navy, Mr. Li Ho, has sent boats to constantly cruise the West
    103 words
  • 76 12 Peking, July 23. President Yuan Shih-kai has appointed the following committee to study and investigate the Tibetan question Chien Neug-hsun, Wang Ta-hsieh, Lien Fang, Prince Na Yeu-to and Chao Wei-hsi. The Waichaopu and the Bureau for Tibetan and Mongolian affairs will each provide two members to co-operate
    76 words
  • 81 12 Peking, July 23. It appears that the Shantung Iron and Steel Works will embody an arsenal while two arsenals will probably be constructed in Chihli and Shansi the latter on a valuable iron-field. It is currently reported, that Get man firms will construct these arsenals and manage
    81 words
  • 204 12 Nanchow, Hunan, July 13. Last Friday the rumour was current of trouble between the Southern at'd Noit»»ern soldier»» afc hand. It occurred l«st We«m«sda\. The Southern?!» had all given in ti«eir arms and wcih within a day of being paid off and disbanding. A few
    204 words
  • 67 12 Peking, July 26. A telegram from Ping H siang, Kiangsi province, which was received here last night, states tbat the four hundred soldiers in that district had mutinied and bad looted and pillaged the whole district, after which they were joined by a number of local outlaws
    67 words
  • 263 12 Well has one of the nv. uished physicians of tue ri&\ ritts The conditions of modem if« so exigent that they exbau»l nervous energy." This nervous exhaustion m feu a great variety of disagreed t«»uis, in which both brain and are involved. This ii r*a ih m stood
    263 words
  • Page 12 Advertisements
    • 275 12 IGOODRICHJKBES I AMERICAN TYRES AMERICAN CARS Obtainable at all Garages MOTOR CARS FOR HIRE NEW GAR CO., No. 11, VICTORIA STREET. HIRING RATES: PER HOURDlamler Car No 640 ,5.00 Star Car No. 5.9 »3.00 XV: ::i037 SS© Telephone No. 1394. THE SINGAPORE AUTOMOBILE Co. "cars for Hire Day Night, StafllfOrd
      275 words
    • 195 12 PAUL CO., I PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTISTS I (LATE OF WIIX)X 1 00 I 57 Selegie Road. I Child ren J Port ra itu re a Spt ciali I high-class workmanship. I Charges I Carte de visite per doz. copies $4.00 I Cabinet $7.00 I Boudoir 515.00 I Special Rates for Quantities.
      195 words

  • 749 13 When We Met the German High Seas Fleet. Ghastly Road to Certain Victory. The forecast given below of what a naval battle under present conditions would mean, though ghastly m detad, will appeal to our readers by reason of its special forcefulnes?. Naval warfare is at
    749 words
  • 129 13 Mr. Ung Bok Hoey, proprietor of the Penang Grand Opera Co., which recently closed a very successful season here, was presented a day r or two ago with a handsome silver cup by Klang friends and admirers, whilst Usop, his inimitable clown, was decorated with a gold medal amidst tumultuous
    129 words
  • Page 13 Advertisements
    • 308 13 The Straits Albion Press, Limited. Stationers Printers tfe.2oc, COLLAR QUAY. SPECIAL NOTICE TO ARCHITECTS AND DRAUGHTSMEN Having placed large indent in order to get Special terms we are able to offer you the finest quality Tracing cloth ever produced—Dull Back and Glazed Front at rates ruling for lower class fabric.
      308 words
    • 198 13 Sefiool I Economic Atlas showing Political Divisions of the World and giving more details than other Atlases. Price 1.40 each. KOH Co., Book-sellers, Stationers and Newsagents. 82-3 Bras Basah Road, j THE PRIMROSE Jtfk AERATED WATER FACTORY, 11-1 MIDDLE ROAD 'Phone No. 1365. IffiuF WORKED BY STEAM POWER under the
      198 words

  • Page 14 Advertisements
    • 114 14 OF THE IN EUROPE ISSUED BY THE "MALAYA TRIBUNE" Shewing all important Cities, Rivers, etc., etc. Embracing present and further probable Scenes of Strife. Almo Special Map shewing: the German Colonial possessions And an Enlarged Map OF THE KIEL CANAL AND WILHELMSHAVEN and their environments (Germany's strongest fortified possessions). N.B.
      114 words

  • 1157 15 Case For the Sosth Slavs. A Servian perpetrated a crime which has changed the course of Austrian, and perhaps of European history, says the Nation, referring to the death of the Austrian Heir to the Throne. Race Hatred. The race hatred, to which this testifies, is terribly
    1,157 words
  • 195 15 Messrs. Paterson, Simons and Co., Ltd., favour us with information to the effect that the output of Henrietta Estates in July amounted to 15,405 lbs rubber that the_ total of the Co's year to date is 89,5tv3 lbs: while the output in July, 1913 was 5,052 as against 15,405 last
    195 words
  • Page 15 Advertisements
    • 390 15 TRIBUNE EXPRESSES. g to the enormous demand for onr Daily War Expreaaea, pelted to charge a nominal price of Three Cent a per copy pggee given to our Street Vendors for Sale. i Bubfcriberi to the Malaya Tribune can obtain copies r i ligation at this office. Free tserfl of
      390 words
    • 502 15 Shipping P. O. STEAM NAVIGATION CO. For China, Japan, Penang, Ceylon, Australia, India, Aden, Egypt, Mediterranean Ports, Plymouth and London. -Through Bill it Lading issued for China Uoast, Persian Gulf, Continental and American Ports. Steamers will leave Singapore on or about MAIL LINES. Homeward (for Europe) Frsm Singapore, connecting at
      502 words

  • Page 16 Advertisements
    • 344 16 rickmers line. FOR LONDON, ANTWERP 8 HAMBURG. Forlparticulars regarding freight etc, apply to HOOGLANDT Co., Agents. 28-7 27 8 Seang Line of Steamers. 8.8 "Glenogle" 8,750 Tons, Capt. McGhie. 8V "Seang Bee" 5,799 Tons, Capt. Travis. 8.8. "Seang Choon" 5,775 Tons, Capt. Graves FOR PENANG AND RANGOON. These steamers have
      344 words
    • 382 16 Shipping S.S. SAME BORNEO." Capt. Chas. GRIFFIN. SAILING FOR: Bandjermassin, Kota Bahru BalikPapan and Samarinda. For Freight Passage Apply to THIO SOEN YANG, AGENT. 21, SOUTH CANAL ROAD. 25-7 S. S. "Ban Heo Leong" Capt. DE Haan For Bandjermassin, Kota Bahru, Samarinda and Soerabaya fortinghtly For Freight and Passage apply
      382 words
    • 394 16 Notice GUAN KIAtTcoT 37, Phillip Street. Ship-Chandlers, Government and Municipal Contractors, General Importers and Exporters and Commission Agents, Estate, Rice-Mill and Saw-Mill Suppliers. SOLE AGENTS FOR "GLOBE" BOILER FLUID. THE IDEAL FLUID FOR CLEANING AND PRESERVING BOILERS. Tel. Address 44 GUANKIAT," Singapore. Codes used i A.B.C. sth Edition and Al.
      394 words
    • 330 16 Notice KIAM MAT CO., 108 109, Market Street, Telephone No. 421. Shipchandlers, Government and MunicipaliContractors, Estate Suppliers and Commission Agents. Sole Agents: The Muicott Belting Co., Ltd. Best Multiplar Brand Hair Beltings. 18-7 FLAGS OF INTERNATIONAL CODE SIGNALS MAY BE HAD ALSO HOUSE FLAGS OF ALL DESIGNS MADE AT SHORT
      330 words
    • 294 16 fl&alaEa tribune. Advertisement Rates. Short Period Insertions VIZ i M WANTED," TO LET, fc, ONE CENT PER WORD PER DAY (PAYABLE IN ADVANCE) Minimum Charge Si.cc, P. P. c. cards, announcements, et£., not exceeding 8 lines Each Insertion 50 cents. SPECIAL RATES. For 1 inch of 8 lines of 7
      294 words