Pinang Gazette and Straits Chronicle, 12 February 1907

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  • 20 1 Pinang Gazette AND STRAITS CHRONICLE. PUBLISHED DAILY. ESTABLISHED 1833. No. 35 VOL. LXV. TUESDAY, 12th FEBRUARY, 1907. PRICE 20 CENTS.
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  • Page 1 Advertisements
    • 2552 1 sapping. k/y Intended Sailings. 2 ?S±±: "am* P. &0. Steam Naviga- iXx BRITISH INDIA 1 Norddeutschef Lloyd, Bremen. tion, Company. STEAM NAVIGATION Co., LTD. imperial German Man une. I HMflk V '~T'HE fast and well-known mail steamers of EXPECTED ARRIVALS AND DEPARTURES. Company fortnightly from Bre- g/ MAIL SERVICE. F°
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    • 2038 2 DIRECT SERVICE FROM LISBON TO THE FAR EAST. > IB I By the HAMBURG-AMERIKA LINIE. JA THE UHOCrWOOu J BRITISH INDIA tman By the German Steamships -HABSBURG," HOHENSTAUFEN A jgSSWh 1 S Ffc /0 1A J■*lT A SILESIA,” and "SCANDIA,” a regular monthly service is maintained between Lisbo A TTr
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  • 384 3 EDUCATIONAL REFORM. Speaking on Chinese educational matters, the Rev. E. J. Harnett, ma, Warden of St. Stephen’s College, Hongkong, in his annual report of the school writes Awakening China needs men with Western knowledge, and although decree follows decree with confusing contrariety it seem that the
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  • 176 3 The servant problem having become acute in England, there is a growing tendency to employ Chinese domestics. Expeiience of him does not tend to qualify the Chin iman for a high place in the esteem of the Colonial housekeeper. He is lazy, independent, untractable, ungrateful, ii.s dent
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  • 220 3 The following unclaimed letters and papers are lying at the Penang Post Office Allen, R. W. Kestenbaum, H. Amos, Mrs. S. Kotler, Miss M. Betts, L. B. Liew Sim Teik Bolle, J. C. Martain, Prof. C. Brown, Tom Menasche, G. Cama. S. K. R. Muller Mac Lean A
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  • 610 3 IT Mill Molloro to-morroiv. Morning Herald[Me\bourne) Jan. 7. PENANG REMINISCENCES. A few months ago, prior to the publication of ihe career of Bill,’ or Marion, Edwards, the public were not aware that the profession of training horses was one which a woman would consider congenial. However, further
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  • 248 3 Max” in Capital. Every European or partly-European resident in India, capable of bearing arms, ought to feel the inward compulsion to join the ranks, and give prompt obedience to the spirit. There are many young fellows who only need the invitation and you have them at once
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  • 1218 3 A DANGEROUS INNOVATION. It is, of course, inevitable in any large scheme of reconstruction and redistribution of military forces, such as that at present being carried out by Lord Kitchener in India, that a considerable amount of inconvenience should fall to the lot of individuals
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  • 509 3 Per P. A O. s.s. Mooltan, from London, Jan. 18, connecting with s.s. Macedonia, at Colombo, due at Penang, Feb. 14:To Penang Messrs. C. B. Maddock and J. J. Fleury. To Singapore Misses A. M. and L. C. Osborne, Mrs. S. H. Hendrick, Mr. and Mrs.
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  • 1189 3 Minutes <4 a Meeting of the Municipal Commissioners held on Friday, the 25th January t 1907. Present :F. J. Hallifax, Esq., (President), Quah Beng Kee, Esq., R. A. P. Hogan, Esq., G. H. Lees, Esq. and Dr. P. V. Locke. Absent L. H. Clayton, Esq. 1. The Minutes
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  • Page 3 Advertisements
    • 57 3 Rheumatic Pains Quickly Relieved. The excruciating pains characteristic of rheumatism and sciatica are quickly relieved by applying Chamberlain’s Pain Balm. The great-pain relieving power of the liniment has been the surprise and delight of thousands of sufferers. The quick relief from pain which it affords is alone worth many times
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    • 64 3 Sprains. A sprain may be cured very quickly by applying Chamberlain’s Pain Balm to the injured parts every hour, and rubbing vigorously at each application. If the rubbing causes too much pain, apply the Pain Balm without rubbing. It should be applied as sobn as possible after the injury is
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    • 53 3 Sound Advice. Never neglect a bad cold. You cannot tell how it may result. A simple home remedy will often bring relief and should not be ignored, but there is nothing so reliable as Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy. It is well-known for its quick cures of coughs and colds. For sale
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    • 225 3 TO LET. NOS. 1 and 4, Weitlands Bungalows. Apply to WREFORD THORNTON, w s 27 Beach Street, Penang. TO LET. A HOUSE in Ayer Rajah Road, suitable for a mess or family, close to the Race Course and Golf Green. Apply to DAVID BROWN <fc Co. 4b, Logan’s Buildings. 23-2
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  • 119 4 Tuesday,l2(h February. Shrove Tuesday. High water 12.01 p.m Low water (5.1 3 a.in. Wednesday, 13th February. Ash Wednesday. New Moon. Chinese New Year Holiday. High waler 12 45 p in Low walei 6 41a m. Thursday, I4lh February. St. Valentine’s Day. Chinese New Year Holiday. Mohammedan NeAv Year’s
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  • 1016 4 Until confirmation is received from Peking, we hesitate to accept as true the report published by the London Tribune to the effect that Sir Robert Hart contemplates resigning his position as InspectorGeneral of the Imperial Chinese Maritime Customs. Those who know Sir Robert personally state that
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  • 1886 4 ANNUAL MEETING. The annual general meeting of the members of the Penang Bar was held in the Bar-room, Supreme Court, on Saturday, when there were present: Mr. J. F. Wreford (Chairman) presiding, the Hon. E. W. Presgrave, m.1.c., Messrs. R. A. P. Hogan, A. R. Adams, W.
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    • 122 4 ISARKIES "HOTELS, j E. &0. HOTEL perjang. CRAG HOTEL Penang /(ills. RAffLES HOTEL STRAND HOTEL fawgoon. SARKIES BROTHERS, Proprietors. ICI L M A A c i WM' ite.a 1 I i i M M A UP A ICI L M A PREVENTS AND CURES SUNBURN, Peeling, Freckles and Irritations, and
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    • 121 4 CONTRIBUTIONS must be addressed to The Editor, written on one tide of the paper only and accompanied by the writer’s name and address, not necessarily for insertion but as a guarantee of good faith. ALL monies must be paid at the Tinang Gazette” Office, Penang, to the General Manager, Mr.
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  • 101 5 1 SEKSATIOMAL PUBLICATIOK. FUNDS FOR THE NAVY LEAGUE. [Rkutkr’s Skrvick] London, 12th Feb. A sensation has been created in Germany by rhe publication of purloined electoral correspondence. It shows that the German Navy League, which has hitherto always been understood to be a nonpolitical association, received 30,00
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  • 77 5 SIH ROBERT HART’S POSITION. [Rkutrr’h Skrvick London, 11th Feb. According to a correspondent of The Tribune, Sir Robert Hart, Inspector-Gener-al of the Chinese Imperial Customs and Posts, leaves China a fortnight hence on two vears’ leave. It is not expected that he will return to China. His
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  • 70 5 THE TRANSVAAL ELECTIONS. 'Rkutkr’s Skrvick.] London, 12th Feb. For the elections to the new Legislative Assembly of the Transvaal Colony, ten nominations of Het Volk party are unopposed and the persons nominated will, therefore, be duly elected, thus showing the strength of the party. Am >ng th<>B“ whose
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  • 62 5 THE EDUCATION TROUBLE [Reuter’s Skrvick.] London, 12th Feb. A telegram from Washington says it is stated on good authority that President Roosevelt will to-day assure the Mayor of San Francisco that, if he agrees to end the agitation by abolishing Oriental schools, the President will use his
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  • 58 5 THE MEDITERRANEAN COMMAND. [Reutkr’s Service.] London, 11th Feb. Vice-Admiral Sir Charles C. Drury, K.C 8., K.c 5.1., Second Naval Lord of the Admiralty, has been appointed Commander of the Mediterranean Fleet. Captain E. C. Thomas Troubridge, r n., c m g., M.v.0., ex-Attaehe at the British Embassy,
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  • 58 5 A DISASTROUS EXPLOSION. [Reuter’s Service.] London, 12th Feb. At three o’clock in the morning a tremendous explosion occurred in the chemical research department of Woolwich Arsenal at Plumstead Marshes, and destroyed the building, and shook the whole town, breaking the windows wholesale. The district is now absolutely without
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  • 45 5 EUROPEAN MINISTERS DISMISSED. [Reuter’s Service] London, 12th Feb. Reuter’s correspondent at Teheran states that owing to pressure that has been brought to bear upon the Government by Parliament, two Belgians, M. Naus, Minister of Customs, snd M. Priein, the Chief Administrator, have been dismissed.
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  • 34 5 initiated into freemasonry. [Reuter’s Service.] London, 11th Feb. The Standard’s correspondent in Calcutta states that the Amir of Afghanistan has l>een initiate 1 as a member of the Masonic Craft.
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  • 70 5 THE UHIYERSITY SCHEME. PARTY STRIFE. IRruter’s Service London, 12th Jan. Mr. T. W. Russell, Liberal Member for Tyrone, South, speaking in Dublin said that the University Scheme of the Government would l>e met with most strenuous opposition in Parliament. The Rcdmondites broke up a meeting of the O Brienite
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  • 136 5 THE BRITISH NAVY. Berlin, 11th Feb. Great Britain intends to establish a naval station at Simon’s town, between Gibraltar and Cape Town. [Simonstown is already a naval station, having special regulations, but merchant shipping has privileges as heretofore.] THE HAGUE CONFERENCE. The Russian and French Press consider
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  • 49 5 Ash Wednesday. The services in St. George’s Church tomorrow (Ash Wednesday) are as under 8 a.m.Holy Communion. 8 30 a.m. Matins and Commination Service. 10 a.m. Holy Communion (for Chinese) 5-30 p.mEvensong and Sermon. There will be no choir practice in St. George’s Church this week.
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  • 74 5 Lawn Tennis Tournament. The results of the ties played yesterday were Double HandicapClass A. A. S. Anthony F. O. Hallifax (3O) beat Dr. Jamieson ifc C. Bradbery (15.2) 3_6 6—2 6—l. Single HandicapClass B. J. R. Brown (scr.) beat J. W. Barrett (3 6) 6—3; 6—2. O.
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  • 231 5 The Straits Times says Captain Alexander S. Penn «lied at his residence, No. 3. Waterloo Street, Singapore, on Saturday morning, from heart failure. Captain Penn, it will be remembered was in command of the local steamer Bentong when she was sunk in the Straits of
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  • 205 5 A Hongkong wire of Saturday to the Straits Times says His Ro/al Highness the Duke of Connaught, in his official capacity of InspectorGeneral of the Army, was engaged on Thursday and Friday in inspecting the defences of the Colony. The Royal party left for Canton last night
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  • 147 5 Financial Result. The following is the account of the receipts and expenditure in connection with the Christmas Tre« entertainment which was held last Christmas in the Town Hall Receipts. Mar. 31, 1906 By Credit Balance $24.76 Nov. 17, By Subscriptions... 450. Total $474 76 Expenditure. Whiteawav
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  • 395 5 Ladies are reminded that, as Thursday is a public holiday, they will not be able to use the Club on that day. Phra Pidsar Songkram, Acting High Commissioner, Western Coast (Puket) Circle, will vi-it Penang next week. The Duke and Duchess of Five will shortly make a
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  • 760 5 The following passengers have booked their passages for Home from Penang By P. it O. s.s. Delta, from Penang, Feb. 16, connecting with s.r. Mongolia at Colombo :Mr. and Mrs. Newland. By P. <fc O. s.s. Devanha, from Penang, Mar. 2, connecting with s.s. Britannia at Colombo:Mr.
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  • 127 5 The undernoted table gives a comparative statement of the rainfall registerer! (in inches) during the mouth of January, 1905, 19.6, and 1907. 1905 1906 1907 Pangkore 4.25 326 472 Bruas 3.70 16.15 454 Lumut 2.32| 9.13 6.89 Central Prison 1.66 7.50 154 Fort Cornwallis 1.26 6.69
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  • Page 5 Advertisements
    • 7 5 WINES AND SPIRITS. McAlister V Co., Ltd.
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    • 549 5 B. I. Ltd. UahOffled Residnarj j statei s. S. KAPURTHALA” as Hi t ""J Building Leases. A o tins steamer is dry docking this week she will omit the sailing of 16th inst. 'T'HE Receivers of the above Estate for Port Swettenham and Singapore, but A are prepared to entertain
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  • 656 6 An English resident at Mentone has left £70,000 to the Life-Boat Institution. The R. M.S. Empress of China recently made a passage from Hongkong to VV oosung that is worthy of special notice, says the N.- Daily News. Leaving the former por*' about 4'30 p.m. on the 24th
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  • 90 6 Avagyee, Brit., 247, Buchanan, Feb. 12, Deli, gen., Koe Guan Co. Bengloe, Brit, 1933, McMillan, Feb 11, London, gen., Sandilands, Buttery Co. Brassila, Ger, 4234, Russ, Feb. 11, Hamburg, gen., Behn, Meyer Co. Norseman, Brit., Steam Yacht, Gibb. Feb. 11, Rangoon. a Pegu, Brit., 294, Coysh, Feb. 12,
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  • 37 6 Ban Whatt Hin for Tongkah. Lady Weld for Teluk Anson Perak (Straits S. S. Co.) for Port Swettenham and Singapore. Pin Seng for Port Swettenham and Singapore. Rotorua, for Tongkah. Van dek Parra for Deli.
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  • 379 6 pkr Macedonia for Singapore, China, and Japan, 11 a.m. Thursday. Avagyee for Deli, 11 a.m. Thursday. Petrel for Pangkalan Brandan, 11 a.m. Thursday. Mary Austin for Asahan, 11 a m. Thursday. Taw Tong ior Trang, 1 I a.m. Thursday. Flying Dragon for Setul, 11 a.m. Thursday. Fitzpatrick for
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  • 96 6 Name of Steamer, where from, approximate date of arrival, where bound, and Agents. Polyphemus from Liverpool, Feb. 14, for Shanghai and Japan, W. Mansfield Co. Benlawers from London, Feb. 24, for Singapore, &c., Sandilands, Buttery Co. Kut Sang from Calcutta, Feb. 14, for Singapore, Boustead Co. Macedonia from
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  • 93 6 By Dunera from Rangoon, Mrs. Blackeslee, Mrs. Brown, Mrs. Kent, Mrs. Thompson, Rev. and Mrs. Brown and child, Dr., Mrs., and Miss Vaughan, Misses Burn and Merrian, Messrs. T. M. Brown, T. Got, A. Hannon, Palchamy, and D. V. Thomas. By Dunera to Singapore, Mt. and Mrs. Shannon and
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  • 1249 6 o N f Issue o Capital. Subscribed. shares Vahle Paid "P- Reserve. Dividends. Name. Quotations 5 8 a MINING. Gold. mon «175 000 <l4O 000 13,500 $lO $lO Bersawah Gold Mining Co., Ltd. ssf sellers. 1900 $1 < 5,000 $140,000 4 0()0 io 10 (Deferred) 5 nom. ionn 50,000
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  • 122 6 Pknanu, 12th February, 1907. By Courtesy of the Chartered Bank.) London Demand Bank 2'4} 4 months’ sight Bank 2/4 3 Credit 2/4 11/16 3 Documentary 24| Calcutta, Leinand Bank Rs 1/3} 3 days’sight Private 175} Bombay, Demand Bank 173} 3 days’ sight Private 175} Madras, Demand Rank 173} 3
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  • 179 6 Pknang, 12ih February, 1907. Gohl leaf $64.70 Pepper (W. Coast 3 lbs. 5 oz.) 17 buyers. White Pepper 23} buyers. Trang Pepper 18 buyers. Mace 85 buyers. Mace Pickings 71 sales. Nutmegs 110 27} sales. [No I 5.10' 2 x. no stock. Basket 3.20 sales. Tapioca Flour 1.82} nominal
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  • Page 6 Advertisements
    • 192 6 King of All Cough Medicines. Mr. E. G. Case, a mail carrier of Canton Center, Connecticut, U. S. A., who has been in the United States Service for about sixteen years, says: We have tried many cough medicines for croup, but Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy is king of all and one
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    • 45 6 The Australian Horse Repository, 11, Scotland Stood. (W. H. MAWLEY). Telephone no. 4. Breaker and Dealer. Livery and Training Stables. HORSES CAREFULLY SHOD. Fodder of the Best Quality Only Supplied. Rubber Tyred Turnouts on Hire. Harness of every description repaired and made on the premises*
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    • 8 6 P. MOIR CRANES* Cylinder Oil. SMdilands, Buttery Co.
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    • 338 6 NOTICE, NOTICE. ON the 28th February next, the Govern- T-T AVING been appointed Agents for the or of Acheen and Dependencies 1 1 receipt and delivery of goods shipwill receive tenders for the letting of the P through the following FARCELS gambling farm in the district of Great AGENCIES» consignees
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    • 1500 7 CHARTERED BANK OF INDIA HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI MEDERLAWDSCHE handel Nederlandsch-lndische THE MERCANTILE BANK OF INTERNATIONAL BANKING AUSTRALIA AND CHINA. banking CORPORATION. MAATSCHAPPU. Escompto-MaatsehappiJ INDIA, LIMITED. CORPORATION. Tndino Soeietv (Netherlands-Indian Discount Bank? incorporated bJ Royal Charter. »">•<> Err*»n«H«n tauummtaimlW. aothowh»» Vomu. M SOO 000 ,al Baited Statas 0» jKeaarw /’tmd. Issubd
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    • 1804 8 Notice of Sale of land RUSSIAN build up YOUR health wi» I notice. just arrived, power gas plant ROUU VI 3WC VI LUira. K U "jj jj,X THE pERUS op|UM FARM> A Tfo Cylinder Bt|r Motor Car full of WlWs fHenerwin«m nerm W I UK I Nd IIN* O 7
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