Pinang Gazette and Straits Chronicle, 16 October 1914
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Pinang Gazette and Straits Chronicle
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Title Section20 1914-10-16 1 Pinang Gazette AND STRAITS CHRONICLE PUBLISHED DAILY. ESTABLISHED 1833. No. 240 VOL. LXXII. FRIDAY. 16th OCTOBER. 1914. PRICE 10 CENTS.20 words
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Advertisement1098 1914-10-16 1 IF YOU WANT TO SHIP, BUY OR sell H |RUB B K R OR TO H J FORWARD GOODS U 3 to ANY PART or m WORLD H GO TO 0 ALLEN DENNYS Co., E 7. ONION STREET. n l g,i i i 'A jczx iTTnncjair-o--inczjaD N YK SOUONUM. ,"=2=“1,098 words
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Advertisement62 1914-10-16 1 inaonDOMaD:jaa«nannD>nDnonM FOR S3O g M V7OU can have the Pinang g j X Gasette n posted every day c for a whole year to your addreM. 2 (LOCAL SUBSCRIPTION, J 27). D a Proportionate Quarterly and 3 Half-yearly rates. Subscriptions are payable in I advißce and remittance* should be addressed62 words
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Article880 1914-10-16 2 FURTHER CASUALTY LISTS. London, S j pt. 29.—The following list of casualties is issued Killed. Captain W Frend, Sherwood*. Died of Wounds. Lieutenant A W Campbell, Coldstreams. 2nd Lieutenant W G Houldsworth, Officers’ Training Corps. Captain A K Kyrke Smith, Liverpools. Lieutenant T Meautys, West Yorks. Dibd. Captain880 words
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Article434 1914-10-16 2 Madras, Sep'ember 29.—A meeting of the general committee of the Madras Branch of the Imperial Indian Relief Fund was held at Government House at 10-15 a.m. to-day with the Governor in the chair. The meeting was largely attended. H. E. made introductory remarks and Sir434 words
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Article1147 1914-10-16 2 ITS STRENGTH AND ITS DEFECTS. Mr. Archibald Hurd writes in the “Daily Telegraph It is not difficult to understand that at this moment some impatience should be felt amongst civilians in Germany who are ignorant of Naval affaiis for a naval action in the North sea but1,147 words
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Article291 1914-10-16 2 Stories From the Front. October 3.—A headquarters statement says :—An eye-witness states that the damage done by the enemy’s shell-fire during the last few day? has amounted to pitting certain areas with large craters rendering some villages unhealthy as the soldiers say. A concrete instance occurred on291 words
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Article168 1914-10-16 2 Address by the Aga Khan. October, I.—The Aga Khan to day addressed an enthusiastic gathering of members of the Indian Ambulance Corps and volunteers for it. Mr. Gandhi was Chairman. The Aga Khan congratulated those present on going to the front, and said he would be168 words
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Article73 1914-10-16 2 Simla, October 2.—To the announcements already made of ruling chiefs who have placed their resources at the disposal of Government, shou'd be added the Maharaja of Cbarkhari; the Rajas of Khaniadhaua, Bhadaura, Carha, Parone and Umri; the Rana of Jobat; the Thakurs of Agra, Bai khera, Dhsrniuda,73 words
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Advertisement188 1914-10-16 2 Ipoh Gymkhana Club. AUTUMN MEETING, 30th 31st OCTOBER, 1914. Entries close Thursday, October 22nd, Inst., at 6-30 p.m. J. BERRY, Hon Secretary, WANTED, A JUNIOR CLERK. Good Handwriting and knowledge of typawriting essential. State salary required. Apply to S c/o Pinang Gazette. Mr. Mrs. 0. C. G. MULLER BEO TO188 words
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Advertisement9 1914-10-16 2 P. MOIR CRANES’ Cylinder Oil. Sandil&nds, Buttery 8* Co.9 words
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Advertisement48 1914-10-16 2 Beware oE that chill which strikes you in the loins if disregarded, serious disease will follow. A dose or two of Woods Great Peppermint Cure, taken immediately the trouble is noticed, throws off all bad symptoms. Never be without it iu home. Sold everywhere. 80 cents a bottle*48 words
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Miscellaneous334 1914-10-16 2 Special License up till 1 a.m. War! War! War! GREAT EUROPEAN WAR 3rd Series Topical Showing Commencing To-night! To-night!! Ist British Expeditionary Force off to War and others only possible at George Town Kinematograph Kuala Kangsa Road Theatre. Together with Bison’s 101 Mammoth War Drama in 2 Reels, WOMEN AND334 words
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Article714 1914-10-16 3 A SURVEY OF THE PAST CENTURY’S STRUGGLES. The great battles of the past hundred years cannot of course be compared with the gigantic struggle upon which Europe has now entered, yet it is interesting to look back upon these if only to realise the terrible character of the714 words
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Article133 1914-10-16 3 He has no hope for conquest; he has no lust for power His bosom does not burn to share io triumph’s glorious hour He bears no hatred in his heart against his brother man Unlearned he in straegy, or statesman’s scheme or plan. But when throughout the133 words
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Article737 1914-10-16 3 THE IMPRESSIONS OF A WAR CORRESPONDENT. Under the heading of A Week on the, Belgian Frontier the war correspondent, Joh. Liiger, writes as follows in the Amsterdam Telegraaf Ever since the great, civilised Powers of Europe started to follow the example of their half savage brethren,737 words
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Article175 1914-10-16 3 Three Accused Sentenced to Death. Delhi, October sth.—ln the Delhi Conspiracy case Mr M Harrison delivered his judgment at three this afternoon. Tee Ju lge, agreeing with the assessors in finding Amir Chand guilty of an offence under Section 4 Explosives Act, sentenced him to twenty years’175 words
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Article921 1914-10-16 3 BELGIAN MISTAKES. The failure of Namur to offer a more protracted resistance to the German advance is exp’ained by accounts of their experiences given by survivors of the garrison who have arrived at Ostend to Reuter’s correspondent there. As is known, writes the correspondent, Namur was921 words
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Article341 1914-10-16 3 The Chancellor of the Exchequer, replying in Parliamentary papers on September 1 to a question by Mr. Dundas: White concerning the gold reserves held by the Bank cf England, the Bank of France, the Imperial Bank of St. Petersburg, and the Reichsbank of Germany respectively at various341 words
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Article433 1914-10-16 3 Among the many letters from British soldiers, one of the most striking is this simple and touching one written by Private P. McGla le, from somewhere in France,” to his mother in Ireland. I got your letter with the “Freeman,” and the report of Johnny433 words
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Article226 1914-10-16 3 Penang, October 16. 1 Beef— ctB Soup per catty 15 Roast i» Steaks >» “0 Stew or Curry Meat Rump Steak 30 Ox Tail eac Tongue Heart Liver per catty 40 Pork— Pork per catty 36 Pig’s Head 22 Feet n 26 Tongue Mutton per lb. 40 Head226 words
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Article180 1914-10-16 3 Friday. October 16. St. George’s Church, Special Service, 6 p.m. Presbyterian Church, Special Service, 6.30 p.m. Band, Esplanade, 6 p.m. High Water 9.51 a.m. and 10.41 p.m. Low Water 4.12 a.m. and 4.28 p.m. Straits Cinematograph, Penang Road George Town Cinematograph, Kuala Kangsar Road. Saturday, October 17.180 words
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Article24 1914-10-16 3 November 3.—Ministering Children’s League, Bazaar. Nov. 3.—Federal Council meets at Kuala Kangsar. Nov. 30.—St. Andrew’s Society Concert in aid of Prince’s Fund.24 words
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Article31 1914-10-16 3 Penang The E. &O. Hotel, The Crag, Runnvroede Hotel, Hotel Norman, Carlton Hotel and The New Sea View Hotel. Singapore: —Raffles Hotel. Rangoon :—Strand Hotel. Ceylon :—Nuwara Eliya.31 words
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Advertisement491 1914-10-16 3 WANTED. BY an Office in Medan, Sumatra, a CHINESE or EURASIAN CLERK, knowing shorthand, typewriting, and English correspondence. Apply with references to BOELEN Co., 3, Bishop Street, Penang. 1005-16-10 TO LET. MARBIE HALL, Northam Road. Apply KENNEDY Co. 480—d c TO LET FROM the let October, 1914, Compound House, No.491 words
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Advertisement100 1914-10-16 3 Have Hope Neuralgia can be cured 1 Those darting, agonizing pains can be stopped I Restful sleep and pleasant d«ysmay be yours 1 You can get relief NOW—this very day and hour—by the use of Little’s Oriental Balm. The marvellous efficiency of this wondeiful re;ne ly is almost beyond belief.100 words
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Article1172 1914-10-16 4 When the Goeben, the powerful German batt’eship, which, with her companion the Breslau, gave a demonstration of speed in the Mediterranean, and steamed ignominiously into the Dardanelles, all the elements making for awkward complications were present, though on the face of it the situation was simple. Ordinarily the warships1,172 words
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Article245 1914-10-16 4 Before Mr. G. R. Sykes, in the Third Court, Penang, this morning, Lim Yeow, a Hokien, was charged with trespassing in the house of Mr. L. M, D’Oliveiro, Government Pensioner, at Macaliater Road yesterday afternoon. Inspector John Frayne conduc ed the case for the prosecution. The complainant245 words
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572 1914-10-16 4 The Hon. Treasurer sends us the following further contribution to the above Fund, forwarded to the Chartered Bank, Penang. Balance Oct. 14 ...$16,439 35 A. A. Anthony Co. 500 Balance cn Oct. 15 ...$16,939,35 BELGIAN RELIEF FUND. Balance Oct. 14 $1,036.57 W. J. Hodge572 words
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Article314 1914-10-16 4 DR. S. K. SZE AT PENANG. Amongst the passengers on board the Japanese Mail which arrived at Penang, yesterday, is Dr. 8. K. Sze, the Chinese Minister-designate to the Court of St, James. Dr. Sze, who is accompanied by his family and staff, paid a few314 words
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Article95 1914-10-16 4 {From Our Own Correspondent.] Singapore, October 16. Colonel Derrick writes to the newspapers appealing for recruits for the Artillery and Engineers. The “Free Press,” in a loader, thinks the authorities have teen very lax in trying to recruits and says that what the public and the95 words
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Article339 1914-10-16 4 By wire. We reproduce the following from the Straits Times.” The subject isons which we shall comment on in to-morrow’s issue It is reslly hard to understand some of the tomfoolery tha* gets official toleration. Here is a statement on unquestionable authority from Penang The Penang Volunteers haveBy wire. - 339 words
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Advertisement113 1914-10-16 4 ISIEMENSI “Wotan” Lamps <D jFjjL ir** iff iMiiK o c /jy\ o, Mt *3 c 3 L 1 s s ■S 1! i i 2 S I I mlO i I cy Manufactured in ENGLAND At our Dalston Works. SIEMENS BROTHERS DYNAMO WORKS, LTD. (INCORPORATED IN ENGLAND 6, BEACH STREET.113 words
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Advertisement33 1914-10-16 4 THE CRAG HOTEL, “SANATORIUM' PENANG HILL Completely Renovated. An hour and 10 minutes from the E. 0. HOTEL Chairs and Coolies always in readiness at the foot of the Hill. Sarkieb Brothers, Proprietors.33 words
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Article1155 1914-10-16 5 Reuter. GERMAN ARTILLERY FAILURE. THE CANADIAN CONTINGENT ARRIVES. ENTHUSIATIC RECEPTION. [Copyright Tklkgram.] (By Submarine Telegraph.) Recd. Oct. 15, 3 48 p.m. A. Paris communique says Several engagements have taken place in the neighbourhood of Ghant. The operations on the left wing as far as the OiseReuter. - 1,155 words
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Article26 1914-10-16 5 -Reuter. SERIOUS LANDSLIDE. Panama, October 16. A serious landslide has occurred on the Panama Canal at Culebra Cut and has interrupted all traffic.—-Reuter. - 26 words
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Article31 1914-10-16 5 [.From Our Own Correspondent.] Singapore, October 16. The French Consular telegram to Singapore says After engagemsnts round Ghent, the Allies have occupied Yyres.” [Ypres is south-weit of Ghent.]31 words
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Article127 1914-10-16 5 THE RUBBER ASSOCIATION. At the 160th auction, oa October 13 there was offered for sale piculs 1,491.22 or 198,829 lbs., of which 1,184.29 or 157,905 lbs. were sold. Pi ices realized Sheet Smoked fine ribbed $lO3 to $lO9 good ribbed 85 102 fine plain 93 good127 words
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Article158 1914-10-16 5 —Reuter. MARKOMANNIA SUNK. SIXTY GERMAN PRISONERS. [Copyright Telegram.] (By Submarine Telegraph.) Recd. Oct. 16, 12-12 p.m. The Admiralty announces that His Majesty’s cruiser Yarmouth sank the German liner Markomsnuia in the vicinity of Sumatra and captured the Greek steamer Pontoporos. Bo h had previously accompanied the German—Reuter. - 158 words
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Article167 1914-10-16 5 The Crown Prince of Germany has at last had his wish, frequently expressed during his visit to India a few years ago, of meeting his former hosts on the field of battle, says the “Asian.” The youug sparrowhawk is probably pretty well filled up with his167 words
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Article91 1914-10-16 5 LAWFORD—CASE. The marriage took place at Saint George’s Church, Penang, on Wednesday, the Rev. Haines officiating, of Mr. Philip Guy Lawford, Batu Gajah, and Miss Isabel Alice Case, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Case, Tronoh. The Mises Brash and Case (sister of the bride) were the bridesmaids. Her father91 words
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Article67 1914-10-16 5 FURTHER FINALS. The following ties have been decided in the above tournament Singles Handicap Class A—Cameron —3O) beat Oliver —l5 4) Ly 6—3, 6—B, 6—2 (final.) Doubles Handicap Class B—Oxenham and Cuscaden —3O 2) beat Ellis and Cowap —.5) by 6—l, 6—4 (final). Ladies’ Doubles Handicap Class67 words
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Article64 1914-10-16 5 Page 2,—British Officers; Lord Pentland and the Emden Tne German Navy. Page 3.—Famous Battles; A Week in Belgium The Fall of Namur; The Belligerents’ Gold Market Prices; The Week’s Events. Page 4,—Turkey; Chinese Minister to Britain Singapore and Volunteers. Page s.—Telegrams Advance on Tsingtau Late War Items64 words
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Article14 1914-10-16 5 OUTPUT FOR SEPTEMBER. The following are the output for Sept.:— Taiping lbs. 7,42514 words
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Article793 1914-10-16 5 FRENCH CONSULAR CABLES. Paris, October 11.—A communique says In spite of the enemy’s violent attacks we have maintained all our positions. Paii 3 October 12.—A Taube aeroplane this morning dropped six bombs, which caused only insignificant damage. A communique says Cavalry engagements are still continuing in the793 words
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Article682 1914-10-16 5 A BRILLIANT LANDING. London, October I.—The Press Bureau sanctions the announcement that the Indian troops have landed in France. No further news on the subject is permitted. London, October 2.—A new page in history was opened when the fleet of transports rounded the point and682 words
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Article51 1914-10-16 5 Arrivals. By Selangor (October 16) from Singapore, Mr A Macdonald, Mr F B Cagliardi, Mr R Billett and Mr R H Belle; from Port Swettenham, Mr and Mrs Wall, Mr and Mrs Morgan, Miss J Davidson, Miss S Davidson, Miss Rawton, Messrs C D Young, Milward and A P51 words
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Advertisement155 1914-10-16 5 One of the fallacies —the I have to pay for the Advertisements fallacy. You pay for them just precisely as you pay for the rent of the shop you deal with—no more, no less. A shop in a crowded thoroughfare pays a higher rent than one in deserted street, but155 words
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Article1237 1914-10-16 6 GERMAN EAST AFRICA. To count chickens before they are hatched is foolish but to set eggs to hatch is only ordinary business foresight, says the “Pioneer.” At ths present moment India should, so to speak, pull up her socks, take stock of her resources, financial and other,1,237 words
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Advertisement225 1914-10-16 6 The South Manchuria Steamship Company, Ltd. THE next Steamer for JEDDAH will arrive here at the beginning of November and she will call at Colombo and other Port*. For rates of freight, and passage, and exact date of sailing apply to M. M. NOORDIN, Penang 1011-31-10 ALMERIA GRAPES, FRESH FROM225 words
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Advertisement57 1914-10-16 6 Ceilings Panels. Beautiful and adaptable to any style of Architecture and to any method of interior finish, are the “CRANE" wonderful Art Metal Ceilings, cool, clean, white ant and vermin proof for Bungalows, Hotels and Public Buildings. For illustrated catalogue and praticulars write to the Agents The Borneo Coy., Ltd.,57 words
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Advertisement105 1914-10-16 6 Quality. 3 With Lea Perrins’ sauce, a few sr drofs sprinkled over the meat, fish or cheese, &c., are all that is required to impart the most delicious piquancy and 41 ilnJ flavour. Th e QUALITY and concentration of its inrvfu gradients make a little of this sauce go a105 words
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Article716 1914-10-16 7 EVENTS OF A WEEK. October 4.—Later details cf fighting in East Prussia show that the Russians carried all the German positions. The enemy fled in d «order, leaving guns, wounded and munitions. Allies cap*ure the enemy’s trench’s in the Soiswns region and make progress in Woevre,716 words
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Article522 1914-10-16 7 DEADLY SEA MINES. Tokio, October I.—lt is officially* announced that a Japanese mine-sweeper at Tsingtau has been blown up and sunk, with a loss of three men killed and thirteen wounded, whilst another was damaged, one of the crew being killed and six wounded Japanese Marines Landed.522 words
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Article265 1914-10-16 7 Discussing the question of the laws regulating warfare, Het Volk writes Of what value, then, is the law of war? It means that whoever violates the written regulations and has not at the same time the power to justify the violation by force, exposes himself to the265 words
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Advertisement51 1914-10-16 7 Pains in the stomsch are awful unpleasant you rever know what they portend. Get a good medicine in Woods’ G eat Peppermint Cure an 1 you will find tarly relief from the takit g of a dose or two. It is sold by Dispensaries and Stores eveiywhere. 80 cents a51 words
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Advertisement267 1914-10-16 7 WE HAVE JUST UNPACKED Motor Car and Motor Cycle Accessories and Oils As well as SOLID TYRES for Carriages. Our prices are the cheapest in the market and we are prepared to challenge competitors. We have also in stock the famous J. E. S. MOTOR SETS to be fitted to267 words
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Advertisement1194 1914-10-16 8 fete* British India STRAITS STEAM SHIP Co., j LIMITED. STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY, LTD. c CHINA MUTUAL STEAM NAY. 00,. LT!? i 8 For Port Swettenham and Singapore I T'Hl4 '.'ompanies 1 steamers are from Liverpool outwards for the Strait» w-A £a rw- g„ 1 A a-, xx China, and Japan1,194 words
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