Malaya Tribune, 31 December 1931
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Title Section29 1931-12-31 1 The Malaya Tribune y. viii.- -No. 308 SINGAPORE, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31, 1931 FIVE CENTS. The Malaya Tribune. Singapore: Thursday. Dec. 31, 1931. Malaya Tribune SINGAPORE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31, 1931.29 words
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Advertisement205 1931-12-31 1 LIPTON'S CEYLON TEA. T ol CANNOT BETTER THE BEST, 4 m I Brandy-Dry Ginger! j EH 1 Do you make the mistake of iflßn I not giving your Brandy a name. 1 Or don't you know the superi I ority of Co.—Cognac. I We request you as a trial to:—205 words
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Advertisement344 1931-12-31 1 THE 'MALAYA TRIBUNE" IS THE BEST ADVERTISING MEDIUM IN MALAYA. I j IT'S "DOG'S HEAD" GUINNESS STOUT j J why !9— I AGENTS: SIME, DARBY Co., Ltd. S.S. AND F.M.S. J You are suffering from Anaemia. General Debuity, etc You may have tried many kinds of medicines which failed j344 words
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Article145 1931-12-31 2 Contributed By "MALAYA TRIBUNE" READERS. EDITOR'S LETTER. Comments On The Mail. Dear Boys, First of all I want to thank the many contributors who sent me cards and Christmas ;-nd New Year greetings. I appreciate them \<ry much Useful" writes complaining that some of his potato in his145 words
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Article235 1931-12-31 2 iBy Omar Saleh.i The chief result of teaching students the art of writing essays is the improvement of their knowledge of the English language. Essay-writing should be practised willingly by r\ery schoolboy and girl. When writing a good essay one must be as simple as possible in the construction235 words
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Article165 1931-12-31 2 By 'Bel Esprit."/ It we make a close study of insects we find h m amazing they are. There are various kinds of insects. Common one are bees. bugs, moths and caterpillars. The dangerous and the poisonous insect Ls the bee. It has been proved by eminent physicians165 words
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Article67 1931-12-31 2 ißy Ngo Teng Leong./ Opportunity is the ability to "strike when the iron Is hot." Everyone of us may perhaps have the pleasure of having "Mr Opportunity" knocking at our door. Some of the receivers will greatly welcome "Mr. Opportunity" to their houses, whereas the others may perhaps67 words
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Article194 1931-12-31 2 By "A Friend.") Frk ndabip denotes the state or condition of being i: lends; this carries with it the idea of mutual trust and love, and the interchange of kindnesses. True friendship forms the source of mom of the purest of pleasures that that can enjoyed by man. Examples194 words
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Article232 1931-12-31 2 ißy S. T. Koh.) On one occasion I was not able to write anything about the Wandering Jtw when asked ro i by my teacher for then I had not a single idea on the sifbjett. The following is what I got from a book concerning the232 words
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Article77 1931-12-31 2 i By Tan Soo Chye.) Politeness is both a duty and a pleasurt. We should bo pclite to all, regardless whether they are bp or small. It is also necessary to success. It is one of the best investments as it costs nothing, and yet repays us. If a77 words
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Article72 1931-12-31 2 ißy Tan Teck Hock.j All civil zed countries depend upon trade and commerce. No man tries tc make everything he uses. If he were to spend his time n doing something which is useful to h m alone. I think he would be of little use in the72 words
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Article58 1931-12-31 2 ißy 'Chiton," Trengganu.) One of the many habits which we must cultivate is to speak the best we can, for people can judge out our charactfr oy "Bur behaviour. Speak no ills. A k nd!y word, will be admired by all. But if we speak rudely, they will58 words
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Article200 1931-12-31 2 (By Poh Sing Koon.) Christmas is a day when every individual young and old will be merry and happy. It is the same as any other day and has the same length of hours but it only comes once a year and seems to have some200 words
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Article182 1931-12-31 2 <By "Useful.") All the three contributors who have written so well on the above subject must have been observers in a fight, and must have seen how both fishes suffer with severe wounds at the end. Imagine, for instance, that we are aske.i to fight with an opponent182 words
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Article87 1931-12-31 2 'By C. E. Hamilton.) Character does not come by chance. It is not determined by one outburst of temper or one step in the wrong direction. It is the repet tion of the act that causes it to become a hab t. and moulds the character either for good87 words
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Article30 1931-12-31 2 A Meeting of the Students' Union will be held on Saturday. Jan. 2. 1932. at 10 Dhoby Ghaut date Nanyang Chinese Girls' School, at 3 p.m. Enrolments w.ll be taken.30 words
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Article89 1931-12-31 2 APPEAL FOR MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTIONS. Tht suggestion, first made in the "Malaya rribune," that Unemployment Relief be put on a prop.rly organised basis, has Been keenly taken up. We gladly comply with the request of the committee of the Asiatic Unemployment Fund to give publicity to an appeal89 words
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Advertisement68 1931-12-31 2 J To the Committee, I Asiatic Unemployment Fund. J 17, Raffles Chambers, I Singapore J I Dear Sirs. J I am willing 'o subscribe Dollars every month towards your Fund, commencing from January, 1932 and to authorise my employers, Messrs i t 0 d-duc such subscription from my salary and68 words
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Advertisement144 1931-12-31 2 •CATARACT. No risk of operation. No matter ripe or unj ripe. No matter however the films may b? hard Guaranteed cure without any harm Particulars on request. Apply Dr. Sherman PCS. Baliabhanga. (Faridpun. Bengal. India j Permanent £jjPl Wave apBBP Guaranteed for moo d« «3r $10 only < g Done144 words
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Advertisement104 1931-12-31 2 ©Important News To Shorthand s Typists and Students. A NEW WAY TO IMPROVE SPEED. An Essential Aid to ail Shorthand Students Typists Teachers ——i ———> mmmrnrnm lSM —~N__MP■«■ i I are the Gramophone Records. t 1 Issued by the PARLOPHONE CO., LTD, London. I _h_7^_^ D Souza Brothers S. PRINSEP104 words
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Article, Illustration249 1931-12-31 3 Remedy for Consumption Han Been Found. :aus as lt may seem after centuries ire ft remedy has been discovered that .red the deadly Consumption even ln :vanced stages of the disease. No one a§t r doubt that Consumption can be after reading the proof of hundreds249 words
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Article2113 1931-12-31 3 Opinions Of Returning Delegates. NOTES FROM INDIA. A large part of the Round-Table Conference delgates. including S r T. B. Sapru. Sir P. Pattani, Mr. Jayakar, Mr. Ghuznavi. Sir Abdul Qayum. Mr. Ujjal Singh, Captain Raja Sher Mahomed Khan of Domeli. Raja Narendranath. Mr. Jadhav, Mr. Raghav2,113 words
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Article151 1931-12-31 3 An extraordinary case of a woman who is believed to have died twice is puzzling, says "The Pioneer." the French medical world. The woman. Mrs. Frank Leslie Est?p, wife of a Nr-w York architect, was found apparently lifeless by a friend, Mrs. Edith Meagher, who went151 words
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Advertisement53 1931-12-31 3 STRAITS TYPEWRITER \GENO Stationers and Repairer* 14-A, Change Alley, Singapore. BUY tne (km the best »Ise your tn ney will vNOE9 r>» refunded. Ring us up for mechanics ln case your rvr- writer ls out of order, and needs Immediate ■ttesttam. •Phone Nos 7770. 7532 and 7534 m JL LAn53 words
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Advertisement108 1931-12-31 3 PBMPLES AND BLEMISHES RESULT FROM CONSiiPATION Un -igh tlv pimples and I lennshes on the face are nr.- signs that you suffer constipation TAKE JA AND CONQUER CONSTIPATION the modern effective way. An entirely vegetable compound Beecham's Pills, cot> stitute a natural corrective. Sate Quick —Sure. t Switch off the108 words
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Article91 1931-12-31 4 \Our readers are invited to write to us on subjects of public interest. It must be understood that the Malaya Tribune" does not necessarily endorse opinions expressed by correspondents. LETTERS SHOULD BE AS BRIEF AS POSSIBLE, preferably typewritten (double spacing/, and on one side of the paper only. Pen91 words
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Article845 1931-12-31 4 (To the Editor, "Malaya Tribune") Sir, —Much ink and paper have been wasted on this topic. Men who are in favour of the girls may be those who have received the «miling "Yes" from their fair ones, and those who are against the ones who have received the845 words
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Article458 1931-12-31 4 iTo the Editor. Malaya Tribune.") Sir.—Seme time ago the League of Nations commanded Japan to refrain from attacking Chinchow. They als:> pointed out to Japan that if she failed to obey the order they would consider it a grave matter. Now Japan, as rcprrted in the "People's458 words
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Article268 1931-12-31 4 (To the Editor, "Malaya Tribune.") Sir.—Whilst rumours of Rubber Restrction are current I should like to remind those interested in rubber and n favour of Restriction that whilst Res riction may seem desirable, they may lose any advantage they hope to gain by it through the folly, irtentional268 words
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Article136 1931-12-31 4 (To the Editor, "Malaya Tribune") Sir, —Times are abnormal and everyone is practising economy—even the Municipality who have already given or are giving the 'sack'' to a large number of low-paid coolies and long service Inspectors and others. It is said that no new works, such as re-construction136 words
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Article82 1931-12-31 4 (To the Editor, "Malaya Tribune") Sir. —Would you be good enough to tell me through your paper on uhat date the parents of a child should celebrate his or her birthday in the years other than the Leap Years if he or she be born in82 words
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Article78 1931-12-31 4 A Chinese correspondent says he was eyewitness of extortion by a police constable, who made a hawker give him "ice-pop" and also 10 cents "coffee-money." We cannot give details, such as time and place, of such alleged incidents, for obvious reasons. It is the duty of anyone who78 words
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Article39 1931-12-31 4 A Malacca reader complains of the programme being cut short at a matinee at a local cinema, because, he thinks, there happened to be a poor attendance. He should state "his grievance direct to the management.39 words
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Article866 1931-12-31 4 REPUBLIC AND ITS CONSTITUTION. PROSPECTS OF TRANQUIL RECEPTION The now Constitution will be the first Republican Charter Spain has produced, says Henry Buckley in tha "Observer." During the first Republic, which lasted from 1873 to 1875. tho chaotic situation did not allow the elaboration of866 words
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Article98 1931-12-31 4 Calcutta. Dw 12 Shah Saheb, an old beggar who lhva public charity and spent his days in a room lent by a Muslim resident of Howrah died of I Illness last night. He lived by begging to the last day of his life98 words
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Advertisement134 1931-12-31 4 New World Talkie Theatre mmm^mmmmm Ee*>z LOCATION: —NEIV WORLD SHOW PARK, JALAN BESAR j I OPERATED BY :—NATHANSON'S THEATRICAL ENTERPRISES I Will Present Commencing I I =1 |F RI DAY, JANUARY h p~ I I ScQS j Latest Best FIRST RUN NEW TALKIES j j Specially Imported for The New134 words
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Advertisement293 1931-12-31 5 CONSTIPATION the cause of many ailments- You can keep rejrdar by j using CHOCOLAX the delicious chocolate laxative, pleasant and effective, gentle in action and perfectly harmless. FOR SALE AT ALL PHARMACIES J Manufactured by FREDERICK STEARNS COMPANY F. A. LELAH Co., No. 48, North Bridge Road, Phone 665 j293 words
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Advertisement287 1931-12-31 5 j THE S. S. POLICE BAND I (Available for Private Engagements > I I I WILL PLAT AT j j t j TELOK AVER RECLAMATION P.M. WED. DEC 30 j VICTORY OVER AGEING J i I To rejuvenate a man's or woman's system and renew its lost vitality without re-287 words
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Advertisement583 1931-12-31 5 $400 MUST BE WON First Prize $300. Second Prize $100. TWENTY-SIXTH CROSSWORD IN AID OF THE CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY. (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.) II 7 9 BBH 25--__HF 3 3 -*~h_rH j B m"\ n Address your solution with entry fee to the Manager, "The Malaya Tribune CLEARLY MARK YOUR COVERS583 words
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Advertisement282 1931-12-31 6 Amusements < AS USUAL 3. PACKED HOUSES j YESTERDAY! Smashing Every Laugh RECORD AT THE I CAPITOL E j AGAIN TO-IMlY""" 1 1 """"J I AT 3.15, 6.15 ft 9.15 P.M. 1 1 .imiin i f m■ i i inn imm ii iit in irmm•••m mm mm mmmb? i I282 words
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Advertisement162 1931-12-31 6 6.15 TO-NIGHT 9.15 Matinees: j Friday, Saturday j Sunday J at 3 p.m. CHILDREN HALF-PRICE. i i Lf You Have Ever Loved Her love melted the bars of caste and convention j j A Happy New Year To Our Patrons DECEMBER 31. 1931. THE POPULAR BORNEO STAR OPERA AT THE162 words
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Advertisement156 1931-12-31 6 6.15 TO-NIGHT 9.15 Reginald Denny Cliff Edwards Charlotte Greenwood j in that roaring show STEPPING i I OUT. Wishing All Friends and Patrons A Happy New Year l *^^«KaEAS T COAVT RD KATQMG c.15 TONIGHT ».15 WARNER BROS' ALL-COLOR OPERETTA "VIENNESE NIGHTS Color, Songs, Dancing, Spectacle, Romance Comedy—A that you156 words
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Article1425 1931-12-31 7 A -WORLD GIRDLE OF FRIENDSHIP. INTERESTING ADDRESS BY MR. P. It WtbI.IAMS. His experiences in Rotary were recounted by Mr. P. S. Williams, Amer.can Trade CommisL:onei\ at the weekly luncheon meeting of the Rotary Club of Singapore, held at the Adelphi Hctel yesterday. Mr. Roland1,425 words
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Article66 1931-12-31 7 London, Dec. 30. rs. Lewis, Lazarus and Sons notify tool in prices as follows: £141 3 16 (£l4l 1 16». Forward £144 7 L 144 3,16). market is steady. c rs. Symington and Wilson notify torubber prices as follows: t 3 5 16d. (3 5 16d>.66 words
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Article308 1931-12-31 7 Singapore. Dec. 31 lling: London 4 months' sight 2s. 4 9 32d. ion 3 months' s ght 2s. 4 7 32d.. London ays' sight 2s. 4 5 32d.. London 30 days' sight London demand 2s. 4 3 32d. LonT.T. 2s. 4 1 16d.. Lyons demand 945 n Paris308 words
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Article1026 1931-12-31 7 SOUND LIQUID POSITION. The Hon. Mr Tan Cheng Lock presided at the twenty-nist amual y.ne»al mt ..ng oi the Malaka Pinda Rubber E: tate;. Ltd.. y.sterdiy at noci m the company's offices Market Street Othc:s present were Mcssis. Chee Guan Chiing, Chua Poh Sang Chan leek1,026 words
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Article33 1931-12-31 7 Reuter. New York, Deo 3«. The Guaranty Company of New York has decided to reduce its capital from twenty to ten million dollars by a cash repayment from surplus funds.—Reuter.Reuter. - 33 words
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Obituary25 1931-12-31 7 London, Dec. 30. The papers report the death of Mr. W. J. Thompson, a pioneer of the rubber industry.— "S.P.P." Senrtce.25 words
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Article445 1931-12-31 7 Lyall Evatt's Review. COMMERCIAL NEWS. This report will b* the last we shall write in 1931. So we wish our clients and readers a Bright and Prosperous New Year. Rumours of rubber restriction continue to be published—and almost as quickly denied—but the market, believing In445 words
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Article319 1931-12-31 7 B. ETLIN AND CO.'S REPORT. Dec. 31. 11 a.m. RUBBER j London: 3 5/16 d.. up l/16d. New York: 4 15/16 cents <G.t, unchanged Shares: Steady. Ailenbys 70 —80 cents, Ayer Moleks 50 —60 cents, Ayer Panas 60 —65 cents Bassetts 35—40 cents. Brogas 50 —55 cents.319 words
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Article130 1931-12-31 7 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE R. A. REPORT. The Singapore Chamber of Commerce Rubber Association's weekly auction report dated Dc 30. sta.es: Catalogued 1,643.663 1b.=733.78 tons. Offered 1,398,931 1b.=622.29 tons. Sold 1,047,063 lb =467.80 tons London spot 3V»d. New York spot 4 15; 16 cents. Prices Realised Ribbed smoked130 words
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Advertisement489 1931-12-31 7 I Victoria Theatre j Last Three Performances j TO-MORROW (FRIDAY) 5 p.m. and 9.30 p.m. I j SATURDAY AT 9.30 p.m. I No Performance To-Day i ROBINSON I CRUSOE j A PANTOMIME IN 3 ACTS. j i A Cast of Over 30 People i Special Children's Matinee: j To-Morrow, Friday.489 words
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Miscellaneous543 1931-12-31 7 CLUB DIARY. i There are numerous Clubs and Societies tn Singapore, most of the members of which are readers of the "Malaya Tribune." This Diary is provided specially for them. Secretaries are invited to co-operate in keeping it up-to-date and complete. Happenings of general interest will still be included in543 words
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Miscellaneous203 1931-12-31 7 DIARY OF EVENTS. TO-DAY, DEC. 31. High Tides.—2.4B a.m., 2.20 pjn. Hockey: LA. v. V M.C A., LA. Rugby: S.C.C. v. P.S., Dunearn Road TO-MORROW, JAN. 1. High Tides—3.3o a.m., 3.25 pjn. Public Holiday. No issue of "Malaya Tribune." Land and Sea Sports. SATURDAY, JAN. 2 High Tides—4.2o a.m., 4.46203 words
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Article1037 1931-12-31 8 The advent of a New Year is traditionally a time for reviewing the events of that which has sped. On the present occasion the task is an unpleasant one. Memories of 1931 are mostly distressing. It has b*»fl a year which most people will be1,037 words
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Article218 1931-12-31 8 "M.T.'s" Effort At The Exhibition. The "Malaya Tribune's" stall at the Singapore Manufacturers' Exhibition will be in the entrance porch. That is an excellent position —every visitor must necessarily pass by, which is gratifying, not only in the interests of the People's Paper" but for another218 words
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Article128 1931-12-31 8 The mixed company of amateurs and professionals who are providing Singapore w.th a pantomime at the Victoria Theatre were n excellent form last evening. Such slight faults as were apparent on the first night had been elim nated and the show went with a nice swing from start128 words
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Article49 1931-12-31 8 Prem Europe (London maiis despatched on Dec. 10). by the "Rohna' due at Penang at 6 a.m. to-morrow. The mails by the outward Dutch Aeroptone from Amsterdam wil! arrive at Singapore by the evening express to-day. O'rrespondence will be ready for delivery to boxholders at 7.30 p.m.49 words
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Article70 1931-12-31 8 In view of the uncertainty of the arrhal the special air mail plane previously announced to leave for Australia en Dec. ?6, and in order to avoid further delay, all DOTresoondenc? on hand were forwarded by the Mindtroo" which sailed at 10 a.m. to-day for70 words
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Article218 1931-12-31 8 It is understood that the collections at the Chinese Fa*r held n Ipoh amounted io abo it $35,000. The Fair was a great success and much credit is due to Messrs. Oh Kirn Siang and Chang Chong Sew. the organsers. The marriage was solemnised at the Cuthol c Church. Johore218 words
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Article537 1931-12-31 8 —(BY "LOOKER-ON", If George Washington i a a he, what did he tell the iitt* about Santa Claus'' hUk 1 Malaya's prize Christma, Heifetz done Brown. A«< th. said to tho turkey. =Bta£ Z, I saw "Robinson Crusoe" last ing, and enjoyed every minute It is a537 words
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Article38 1931-12-31 8 LATEST QUOTATIONS RUBBER London: 3 5/16d. New York: 4 15/16 <G.) rents. Singapore: 10«i—10** cts. TIN London Spot: £141. 2s. 6d tUnchanged Three Months: £144. 7s. 6d. «Up 2s. 9d Singapore: $71.25 «75 tons soldi.38 words
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Advertisement191 1931-12-31 8 I' A Happy IVew Year j TO j All Our Customers. I wot ,1 I In 1932^ DOUBTFUL I I 45 Per cent. RESTRICTION IN RUBBER CERTAINTY! I f RUr 100 Per Cent. CHEERFUL SERVICE AT ~j ROBINSON'S SINGAPORE and KUALA LUMPUR. I New Year Bargain. j Genuine M ASTER191 words
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Advertisement92 1931-12-31 8 j Pleasing Present I IN I Jewellery AT Lowest Prices FOR New Year U. S. de Silva Bros Jewellers. «3, HIGH STREET SINGAPORE WISHING ALL OUR PATRONS I A HAPPY AND PROSPEROUS I NEW YEAR j TENG SENG GUAN. 634, North Bridge Road, Established 1905. DOMESTIC OCCURRENCE. Births, Marriages And92 words
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Article641 1931-12-31 9 POWERS ALREADY APPROACHED. BRITAIN'S FIGHT AGAINST CRISIS. GIFTS OF MONEY TO THE TREASURY. British Official. A conference on reparations is to be held at Lausanne on Jan. 20. and invitations to ih 1 Powers concerned have been issued by the British Govemmmt The: Bri ish publicBritish Official. - 641 words
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Article47 1931-12-31 9 Nanking, Dec, 31. The National Gcverrment has issued a i -undate stating that the date of enforcement oi the regulations promulgated en May 4 for C h'nese courts' jurisdict or over foreign n:iti naLs. which are enforceable on Jan. 1. L indtfinitely pc-.tporad.47 words
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Article53 1931-12-31 9 British Official. Rugby. Dec. 30. O li bright. weaUv r with further si ght fal's now continues over most parts of Britain. In the Scottish highlands ther* has b.en a Bn at influx of winter sports enthusiasts and holiday centres are experknclng what is irtuallv ;iie firstBritish Official. - 53 words
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Article50 1931-12-31 9 BOYS' CORNER, on page 2. NOTES FROM INDIA, on page 3. ORRESPONDENCE. on page 4. iOPICS OF TO-DAY, on page 8. !>IARY OF EVENTS, on page 7. CLUB DIARY, on page 7. MUSLIM AFFAIRS, en page 13. Ol TDOOR RECREATION IN 1931. on pag s 12 and 14.50 words
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Article883 1931-12-31 9 CHINA'S URGENT APPEAL TO THE LEAGUE. JAPANESE ADVANCING IN THREE SECTIONS. ALL-DAY CONFERENCE OF NEW NANKING GOVERNMENT. CHANG HSUEH LIANG ORDERS EVACUATION OF CHINCHOW. In reply to the Japanese advance on Chinchow the Chinese are withdrawing txhind the Great Wall and are urging the League of883 words
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Article89 1931-12-31 9 Madame Lupescu Leaves Rumania. Reuter. Geneva, Dec. 31. It is learned that Madame Lupesru, King Carol's friend, who has been living in Bukharest secretly for eight months, has left Rumania and is not returning. Her departure is a triumph for Premier Jorga and other enemiesReuter. - 89 words
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75 1931-12-31 9 British Official. Rugby. Dec. 30. The Home Secretary. Sir Herbert Samuel, who has been spending a part of the recess •t Torquay, set out by mctor-car to vis t Dartmoor prison at Princetown to-day. The machine skidded in the icebound Moorland Read and ran intoBritish Official. - 75 words
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Obituary21 1931-12-31 9 Ottawa. Dec. 31. The death has occurred of S r Georg Eulas Foster, the well-known Canadian statesman Reuter.21 words
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Article33 1931-12-31 9 British Official. Rugjy. Dec. 30. Mr. C. P. Scott, of the •'Man hes'er Guardian" who Is lying serious'y ill at hs Manchester home, was reported weaker to day —British Official.British Official. - 33 words
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Article89 1931-12-31 9 MENACE TO PEACE REMOVED. Reuter Peshawar. Dec. -JO. The menace to peace in the Frontier Pt>vince has now been removed. A small bedy of Briti:h troops was again drafted to t* city but there was no renewal of last nig It's demon r trotirns. One hundred andReuter - 89 words
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Article279 1931-12-31 9 FREIGHTS TO BE PAID IN GOLD DOLLARS. It is reported that the representatives of the New York and Pacific Coast Shipping Conferences has informed exporters throughout Malaya that prepaid freights from Malayan ports to the United States must be paid for In Gold Dollars. The effect of this,279 words
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Article848 1931-12-31 9 GERMANS REPUDIATE AGREEMENT. BID TO SECURE THE ENGLISH MAILS. EFFECT OF BRITISH GOLD DECISION. A London message states that there has been disagreement In the Shipping Conf <rences between British and German lines over freights. Enquiry locally reveals the fact that there is not likely848 words
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Advertisement275 1931-12-31 9 1 KEEP A DATE FOR "DEADLOCK" THE ALL BRITISH SCREEN SENSATION. J PAVILION I 6.15 TO-NIGHT 9.15 THE SCREEN'S FINEST DRAMATIC ACTRESS AND HER POLISHED j CO-STAR j Together Again! Ruth Clive j Ctiatterton Brook j I IN j i "The Better Wife" s A Dramatic Thunderbolt! I NEXT CHANGE275 words
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Article161 1931-12-31 10 MELBOURNE TEST COMMENCED. AUSTRALIA v. SOUTH AFRICA. CRICKET. Melbourne, Dec 31. The third Test between Australia and South Africa was begun at Melbourne to-day. Australia won the toss and took first knock. Ponsford and Woodfull opened and the former was bowled by Bell for 7 runs.161 words
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Article159 1931-12-31 10 ATTRACTIVE PROGRAMME FOR SATURDAY. BOXING. The return contest between Al Rivers and George Wells has been di finitely fixed for Saturday, Jan. 2, the venue to be the New World Arena When the pair met on Saturday last Rivers won on points, but the159 words
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Article88 1931-12-31 10 WALKING. Six pupils of the M. B. S. Kuala Lumpur, have broken the Malayan walking record, by doing 63 miles in 21 hours, 5 mins. In 1920 a record of 61 miles in 26% hours was established by 15 boys of the Raffles Institution. The following were88 words
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Article53 1931-12-31 10 OLD CLUB'S DWINDLING MEMBERSHIP. THE TURF. Reuter London. Dec. 30. •The Beaufort Club, London, one of the oldest racing clubs in England, is closing down to-morrow owing to dwindling membership. The ciub was once famous for elaborate wagers. Staggering sums were wagered on horse-races at the onceReuter - 53 words
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Article26 1931-12-31 10 ASSN. FOOTBALL. Reuter. London, Dec. ?-0. In the Third Division (Northern Section) of the English League to-day, New Brighton beat Stockport County 2—l—Reuter.Reuter. - 26 words
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Article65 1931-12-31 10 YACHTING. On Sunday the R.S.Y.C. "A" Class yachts will sail the first race of a aeries of three for the Milner Challenge Cut), starting at 1C ajn. and the "B" Class yachts will scil the first race of a series of three for the Williamson Challenge Cup. starting65 words
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Obituary240 1931-12-31 10 DOYEN OF LOCAL BAR BEFORE RETIREMENT. The death occurred in Penang on Tuesday morning of Mr. Robert Garling Van Someren. The deceased was 79 years of age and had been confined to his bed for the last two years. Mr. Van Someren was an eminent lawyer240 words
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Article667 1931-12-31 10 TEAMS FOR WEDNESDAY'S TEST. HOCKEY. The Europeans' trial match a* Yhm BiOX?. yesterday resulted in a win fcr Colours by 3—2 after the w nners had compiled a three goals' lead up to midway in the second hnlf. The teams were:— Colours: Capt. Hill; Aahworth and Capt667 words
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Article269 1931-12-31 10 FINAL ON SATURDAY. RUGBY FOOTBALL. The final of the S.C.C. tournament will be played on the Padang on Saturday, between Merchants and A.P.C. and I., who have finished level, each having won three matches and lost one. The Merchants' defeat was inflicted by the A.P.C. and I. while269 words
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Article43 1931-12-31 10 LAWN TENNIS. Yesterday's resuks in the L.L.T.C. tournament were: Men's Open Doubles: Capt. Graham and Palmer beat Anderson and Drooglever 3 —6, 8—6, 6 —3; D. H. Kleinmar. nnd Roy Smith beat J. A. Dean a".d R. T. Neville 7—5, 6—1.43 words
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Article693 1931-12-31 10 ANNUAL SEA AND LAND EVENTS. INTERESTING PROGRAMMES FOR TO-MORROW. In spite of the hard times S rgapore is ur.dergoirg the New Year sea and land sport ~> will be held as usual and, in fact, promises to be even mere interesting than former years The event is693 words
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Article219 1931-12-31 10 SHIPPING NEWS. The disappearance of a French lady passenger while tha French vessel "General Meteinger" was on her voyage from Saigon to Singapore is reported by the Master of the "General Metzinger," which arrived this morning from Yokohama. Kobe, Shanghai, Hong Kong, her last port of call219 words
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Article915 1931-12-31 10 LACK OF FUNDS TO HELP THEM. FOLLY OF NOT SUPPORTING THE UNION. Much publicity has been given of late to the acute distress among the non-European unemployed and vigorous efforts have been rr.ade to raise more funds to help these unfortunate people. That there is genuine915 words
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Article63 1931-12-31 10 Reuter. New York, Dec. 31. An agreement has reached between the Amtorg Soviet Trading Organisation. America, and the Manischewitz Matzoth Co., Cincinnati, whereby the latter will send to Russia, until March 15, a thousand tors of matzoth (unleavened bread eaten by Jews at the Passover), whichReuter. - 63 words
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Article117 1931-12-31 10 Mothers md taachers are reminded that Mr?. (Dr.) Robitts wijl give a series of talks on "Health" oi Saturday mornings during January at the Y.W 3A. Lessons will be given on "The Structure of the Human Body," with fluistratlons from iiagrams and casts, and astviee117 words
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Article273 1931-12-31 10 MUCH USEFUL WORK RENDERED. The Straits Chinese Reading Club (branch of the Chinese Christian Association) very successfully brought Its 45th sessoin to a close on Dec. 21. Throughout the session, competition. In the form of reading, dictation and English exercises, was very keen among members of273 words
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Article126 1931-12-31 10 SENT TO REFORMATORY FOR THREE YEARS. Arrested in Syed Alwi Road on Dec. li, and found in possession of documents relating to the Malayan General Labour Union, an unlawful society, a fourteen-year-old Hylam boy appeared before the Second Magistrate (Mr. G. E. Clayton) this mo-ning. Giving evidence,126 words
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Article95 1931-12-31 10 CASE MAY GO TO ASSIZES. Alleged to have committed criminal breach of trust in respect of a sum of $312.50, the property of the Anglo Nestles Swiss Milk Co.. A. C. Pereira, an employee of the firm, was arrested by the Detective Branch and charged before95 words
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Article45 1931-12-31 10 Reuter. Cairo, Dec. 30. Suez Canal employees at Port Said, Ismailia and Suez struck yes erday though they remained at their offices. The strike is a protest against the five per cent, cut in salaries and the enforced Saturday holiday.—Reuter.Reuter. - 45 words
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Article81 1931-12-31 10 Further seasonal greetings, received since publication of acknowledgments on Thursday and Saturday last, and New Year wishes, have been received from the Municipal Transport Centre F.T., Devonshire BJP., Chinese Companion AA, Mr. Khoo Joo Pah (Chartered Bank), Kang's B.P., the Universal BP., The Sarawak Association, Mr. Peter81 words
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Article53 1931-12-31 10 British Official. Rugby, Dec, 30. A startling gas main explosion occurred at Throgmorton Avenue in the heart of the ci y when the street was thronged with business people this morning. Six manholes burst into names almost simultaneously. The b'aze wrqulckly subdued by firemen and no oneBritish Official. - 53 words
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Article472 1931-12-31 10 Holiday Fun At The Capitol. If you wair to feel really jolly as you bid gecd-bye to 1931 go .o the Capitol and n Cuckoos, Wheeler and Woolsey, in their scream, "Caught Plai'ered" which betas season last night These irrepr ssibl men stroll Into a new town472 words
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Article92 1931-12-31 10 FANCY DRESS BALL TO-NIGHT. The New World Cabaret is celebrating the last dav of the old year and. incidentally welcoming the New Year with a grand fancy dress ball to-night. Valuable prizes will b* given for the best and mos 1 original costumes. There will be free92 words
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Article153 1931-12-31 10 The activities of the Singapore Musical Society wll start in earnest with the New Year. The Orchestral section will present the Society's first concert towards the end of January, and an excellent programme, including some talent new to Singapore, is promised The choral section meets after the153 words
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Article46 1931-12-31 10 The Sangeetha Abivirthy Sabah of Kuala Lumpur will stage a play entitled "Rajambal at the Town Hall, Kuala Lumpur, on Saturday The display of Violin and Saraswathi Veena with songs by the girl students of the Sabah in the opening scene, will be a special featur46 words
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Miscellaneous206 1931-12-31 10 CROSSWORD NO. 24. Thirteen competitors correcly solved the above Crossword and share the First Pnz •ol $300 by $23.07 each: Lee Meng Teck, Chartered Bank, Singapore. H. W. Chan, 57, Upper Cross Street, Singapore. M. Subramaniam, c,o A. Shanmugam. 159, Tank Road. Singapore T. Thlam Hock, co Chartered Bank, Singapore.206 words
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Article983 1931-12-31 11 CHINESE LITERARY ASSOCIATION DEBATE. Are modem girls unmarriageable? Thjis •ntroversial question was discussed on Tuesi night at the Chinese Literary Association, v Bridge Road, and the verdict was in MS <>f tbe n gative side. Mr. Tan Beng tan presided and there was an attendance bout 30.983 words
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Article261 1931-12-31 11 DEBATE AT THE CCA. Thf>t juvenile courts should be established in Singapore formed the subject of a debate, which was held on Monday n ght at the Institute Hall. Prinsep Street, by members of the Straits Chinese Reacting Club (branch of the C. C. A.). Mr.261 words
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Advertisement77 1931-12-31 11 j =1 Now Ready j i -i Ml |l| 3 The Malaya Tribune MEMENTO j —I I BEST SOUVENIR j of the coming Singapore Manufacturers' j j Exhibition. i PRICE 25 CENTS. Postage—local 4 cents per copy. J foreign 10 cents per ropy. J Order your copy now to avoid77 words
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Advertisement203 1931-12-31 11 New World Cabaret j Thursday December 31. NEW YEAR'S EVE Fancy Dress Ball j Free distribution of: Balloons Streamers-Crackers. J Prizes will be given for best and most original costumes. i 5 Dancing till 2 a.m. ADMISSION $1.00 J Dinners and Suppers obtainable at the Cabaret by arrangement. I 1203 words
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Advertisement122 1931-12-31 11 i 1 READ SIMPLE DIRECTION ON THE LABEL. THERE IS NOTHING TO ADD I [CRfWNI I j TABLE JELLY j I JUST POUR INTO MOULD WITHOUT ADDING ANYTHING i ANO CHILL UNTIL FIRM. I THERE"IS NOTHING TO PREPARE i Cherry, Lemon, Orange, Peach and in Various Fruit Flavours. J j122 words
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Article730 1931-12-31 12 RIVERS AND NASH CREATE REVIVAL. J£OPULARITY OF WALLEY BROTHERS. The arrival of Al Rivers and Sid Nash did a great deal towards the revival of boxing in Singapore during the latter part of the year. Interest in the game had practically died out (as it730 words
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345 1931-12-31 12 NOVEL APPLICATION BEFORE MAGISTRATE. Bombay. Dec. 9. Your Worship will kindly d rect a police ran stable to accompany my client to the church Wh >re he goes for his wedding. My client »c tld have liked to go there as a free man but345 words
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Advertisement558 1931-12-31 12 Third Shipment Just Unpacked "PYLAPSAR" and "KENGCHYE" Clotbi for Economists. Guaranteed fast colour and no starcn Durable to wear and easy to wash Now on sale at YICK TAI A COMPANY 208 A 209, South Bridge Road, Singapore At $1 for 5 and for 6 yards respectively. Also obtainable at558 words
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Advertisement113 1931-12-31 12 VI. HASSAN ELECTRICAL AND WAI CONTRACTOR. 36-37, Bras Basah Koad SINGAPORE. If you are in need of eiec lights, fans, motors, etc. water service, please write the above address or Ph 3411. LEPROS DIABETES, V.D., CONSUMITI ASTHMA, PILES, LEUCORRHO SEX-DISORDERS AND NUM OUS OTHER COMPLICATED A CHRONIC DISEASES •tc cured113 words
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Article1138 1931-12-31 13 Annual Inspection. MUSLIM AFFAIRS. (By Our Muslim Correspondent.) The late Syed Mohamed Alsagoff, popularly known as "Nongchi," the father of Mr. A. M. Alsagoff, J.P., bequeathed many Wakfs for the benefit of the Muslims, one of them being the Alsagoff Arab School, which is situated at Jalan1,138 words
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Article491 1931-12-31 13 PASSING OF POLITICAL DOGMAS. SIR W. MORRIS ON TARIFFS. Mr. Frank Hodges, who spoke at a mass demonstration of the League of Industry at Nottingham last night, said that one of the great difficulties wth which industry had been faced for many years past was that491 words
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323 1931-12-31 13 DETERMINED TO WIPE OUT TERRORISM. H. E. the Viceroy said, during the course of his speech replying to the address of welcome I by the Britsh Indian Association. Calcu ta. I on Dec. 12: I 'T was pleased to hear your references to the323 words
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Article162 1931-12-31 13 COMBINATION COLLIDES WITH CAR. Two members of the Mobile Police, P.Cs H. Cautherly and G. W. Allen, attached to the Lewisham Station, were killed recently, when their motor-cycle combination was in collision with a saloon motor-car on Beckenham Hill. The motor-car caught fire. The combination was going162 words
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Advertisement493 1931-12-31 13 'Every Picture tells a Story 9 j Backache 1 I, backache making you feel older than you are? Does the least exertion i, you tir d, weak and depressed? Do you experience annoying urinary J le? Tin n you should safeguard your kidneys! Neglect too frequently leads J rheumatiMn. lumbago,493 words
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Advertisement218 1931-12-31 13 I (ill STRfIITS 1 YOU WILL FIND 1 IT IS OLD SCOTCH You Cant Hide TEETH WHITER 3 Shades in 3 Days When this Ugly Condition is Removed EVEN the unobservant notice Bac- Use the ygiinwif *5»»»»» gg' terial-Mouth and the forgetful Brush Technique. A half-inch of Kolyretnember it. There's218 words
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Article2794 1931-12-31 14 A HAPPY YEAR FOR SPORTSMEN. THE SECRET OF MALAYA'S RACIAL AMITY. SPORTS EDITOR'S ANNUAL REVIEW. Another year of vi v advancement and success In all branches of sport has to be recorded in respect of 1931. Malaya is trufr a land of sportsmen. Th? inter-racial amity2,794 words
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Article167 1931-12-31 14 "GENTLEMAN'S AGREEMENT" WITH BRITISH PUBLIC. London. Dec. 4. Reuter was informed to-day of an unusual feature cf the "drive" to get in the first instalment of income tax for the three-quarters of the year, due on Jan. 1 next. A "Gentleman's Agreement" between incometax payers and official collectors167 words
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Article172 1931-12-31 14 Many are the weird and wonderful wheezes which cranks think out for the salvation of the world from its present difficulties. The latest to come is a "financial system" evolved by an Australian genius named K. J. Back, and c rculated in the form of a172 words
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Advertisement91 1931-12-31 14 Have you found the proper Battery Service Station in Town? IT IS TECK SENG BATTERY SERVICE STATION (THONE 3437). 49 A 50. VICTORIA STREET. SINGAPORE SPECIALIST for Batfery-repair.'ng and Battery rr charging. (WORKMANSHIP GUARANTEED). Reliable New Batteries, Motor Accessories, Spare Parts, Tyres and Benzine, etc.. are also stocked. PRICES MODERATE.91 words
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Advertisement143 1931-12-31 14 REGLYKOL Is a great cure for DIABETES. It was shown upon chemical analysis that the quantity ot sugar and acetone ln the urine of patients after a few days treatment with this preparation was reduced to a minimum, if not eliminated altogether, while the various organs of the body regained143 words
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Advertisement138 1931-12-31 14 World'sN^^ No other flashlight gives k 1, I you the power...long life... 888 convenience... dependabit- fl Ity and economy of the Eveready Flashlight when ===^^^^^|HB used with an Eveready f^^^^^Zl^^^^j^^jHl Beware of imitations, in•Ist upon genuine Eveready HpHßEE^^^^^^^Z^Sffl^l —the world s best flashlight ■JJ^^—^^^^^S3lJH| and flashlight battery. Ob- T^U^EDHKH tamable138 words
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Advertisement517 1931-12-31 15 STEAMER SAILINGS. P. 0. BRITISH INDIA AND APCAR LINES. (In irporated In England.) MAIL, PASSENGER CARGO SERVICES. PENINSUL R AND ORIENTAL STEAM NAVIGATION CO. LONDON AND FAR EAST MAIL SERVICE. (Under Contract with His Majesty's Government). OUT YARD FROM LONDON J >r China and Japan Due Tonnage Singapore 1932. Kalyan517 words
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Advertisement567 1931-12-31 15 STEAMER SAILINGS. LINE (Japan Mail) TO LONDON. Naples. Marseilles, London, Antwerp, Rotterdam and Middlesbrough Vessels. Tonnage. Due. Sail. PUSHIMI MARU 11,000 Jan. 14 15 HAKOZAKI MARU 10,500 Jan. 27 28 t TERUKANI MARU 12,000 Feb. 10 11 HAKUSAN MARU 10,500 Feb. 24 25 HARUNA MARU 10,850 Mar 9 10 5567 words
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Advertisement412 1931-12-31 15 STEAMER SAILINGS. INDO CHINA STEAM NAVIGATION CO., LTD. (Incorporated in England). Direct Service to Japan via Hong Kong, Amoy and Shanghai and to Calcutta via Penang. Taking cargo on through Bill of Lading for Canton, Macoa, Swatow, Amoy, Chefo, Tientsin. Newchwang, Yangtse ports, Formosa, the Philippines, etc. FOR PENANG AND412 words
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Advertisement298 1931-12-31 15 INSURANCE. ~~~T" THE /dS\ SOUTH fwi BRITISH INSURANCE COMPANY. LIMITED. FIRE, MARINE TRANSIT AND MOTOR CAR INSURANCE ACCEPTED AT LOWEST CURRENT RATES. L. C MARGOLIOUTH. Manager. Office: 2, Finlayson Green. THE EASTERN UNITED ASSURANCE CORPORATION LIMITED. (Incorporated in the Straits Settlements). HEAD OFFICE: SINGAPORE 2nd Floor of No. 3, Malacca298 words
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Advertisement628 1931-12-31 15 BANKS. THE MERCANTILE BANK OF INDIA, LIMITED. (Registered in London under ihe Companies Acts of 1862 r+ 1890 on 2nd December, 1892./ Authorised Capital £3.000.000 Subscribed Capital £1,800.000 Paid-up Capital £1,050.000 Resene Fund and Rest £1.666,845 HEAD OFFICE: 15. Grace Church Street, London, E.C. 3. BOARD OP DIRECTORS: J. M.628 words
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Advertisement591 1931-12-31 15 BANKS. NORTH BRANCH OF f j THE HO HONG HANK, LIMITED. 458. NORTH BRIDGE ROAD Telephone No. 2904. The North Branch of this Bank which to now opened for business will provide the following facilities to customers: BANKING DEPARTMENT (Commercial Banking). We transact a general commercial banking business. ACCEPTANCES. We591 words
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Advertisement1937 1931-12-31 16 This Paper has the largest Sale Among the People who Spend Most j in British Malaya. Le <3VLercier s School. ESTABLISHED 1906 218. QUEEN ST. 61, WATERLOO ST. Morning Classes only—Primary to Commercial. r, N0 AGE LIMIT! Principal:—F. i. MILES. PAPER: INDEPENDENT AND PROGRESSIVE. EDUCATIONAL. STUDY AT HOME AND SAVE1,937 words
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Advertisement488 1931-12-31 16 "Tribune" Small Ads. Bring Results I i Because They Reach the Permanent Population. MASSAGE AND MANICURE, MASSAGE. M:.-s Matsuye Miss Ma alto and iai*« Misako No 20, Bencoolen Street. Singapore MALAYA TRIBUNE PHONE 6171. SUBSCRIPTION RATES. PAYABLE IN ADANCE Delivery Including Includim at office Pobiage Postage or close (Local or488 words
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