Pinang Gazette and Straits Chronicle, 12 April 1916
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Pinang Gazette and Straits Chronicle
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Title Section20 1916-04-12 1 Pinang Gazette AND STRAITS CHRONICLE PUBLISHED DAILY. ESTABLISHED 1833. No. 85 VOL. LXXIV. WEDNESDAY 12th APRIL, 1916 PRICE 10 CENTS20 words
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Advertisement54 1916-04-12 1 nnnaanDDonnnDnnaaananaaaa M FOR $3O a g \7OU can have the Pinang JL Gazette posted every day g for a whole year to your address. (LOCAL SUBSCRIPTION. $27). Proj ortionate Quarterly and g Half-yearly ratea. g Subscriptions are payable in advance and remittance should g be addressed to O PINANG GAXITTE54 words
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Article845 1916-04-12 2 Mr. Clements, a partner in Messrs. Cumberbatch and Co., is on a visit to the I F.M.S. Mrs. Buckwell, Taiping, has collected four cases of clothing for the Belgian Relief Fund. Mr. Clements, a partner in Messrs. Cumber batch and Co., is on a visit to the845 words
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Article1262 1916-04-12 2 THE ANNUAL MEETING. The annual general meeting of the shareholders of The Ulu Piah Company, Limited, was held in the Chamber of Commerce, Penang, to-day. Mr. R. P. Brash presided, and the others present included Messrs. F. Duxbury, M. C. Corbett, J R. Crawford, J. M.1,262 words
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Article318 1916-04-12 2 We are asked to publish the following There appears still to be some d' übt in certain quarters regarding the F.M.S. War Loan. In one newspaper it is stated that a large number of persons are merely waiting for the F.M.S. War Loan Enactment to assume318 words
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Article102 1916-04-12 2 A fatal accident occurred in Penang Road yesterday afternoon. A Chinaman named Ah Tew, employed is a kebun in the Penang Health Culture League, went up a Mango tree with a basket to collect the green fruits, which now fetch a ready sale in the102 words
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Article46 1916-04-12 2 The Band will play the following programme of music at the Esplanade from 6 till 7 this evening:— 1. Selection La Vestale Mercadante 2. Polka Babillage ...Michiels 3. Waltz x Ver Luisant ...Wolton 4. Melody The Choristers Pougher 5. March Keep Time ..Koltann46 words
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Article694 1916-04-12 2 DEBATE IN THE REICHSTAG. (Specially Translated.) The German Reichstag passed a measure proposed by the Budget Commission to use their submarines in such a manner as to obtain a peace in which the position of Germany would be fully secured. The status of the German navy must694 words
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Article110 1916-04-12 2 The Sumatra papers state that this Company is playing to full houses in Medan and district, their last performance in the former place being on Saturday next. The company perform at the Town Hall, Penang, on Monday and Tuesday, the 17th and 18th inst., and proceed110 words
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Article659 1916-04-12 2 HALF-YEARLY MEETING. The half-yearly meeting of the membe r 5 of the Penang Turf Club was held i Q Chamber of Commerce yesterday afternoon The Hon. A. R. Adams, President of tfo Club, was in the char, and the others p re sent were Messrs W Peel,659 words
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Article152 1916-04-12 2 The shoot at Kampong Bahru on Monday resulted as follows +-> s®s ©T3 ©"B-bS-,£5 fl O S' 0 £2 H Miss Mathieu 30 32 30 9Mrs Wright-Motiou 27 29 28 Mrs J Brown 30 24 29 Mrs Durĕge 29 24 28 »1 Mrs Venning Thomas... 24152 words
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Advertisement376 1916-04-12 2 TOWN HALL, PENANG. FOB TWO NIGHTS ONLY, MONDAY, 17th April and TUESDAY, 18th April, AT 9-15 P.M. THE Humphrey Bishop LONDON STAR COMPANY Including the World-famous “WEDGWOOD CLASSICS.” A High-class Pot-pourri of Grand and Light Opera Classical Posing and Dancing. Positively the most versatile and artistic combination that has ever376 words
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Article811 1916-04-12 3 TO BE ATTACHED TO THE REGULAR ARMY. Simla, Mar. 23—It has been decided that enlistment into the regular British Army will be opened in India to suitable members of the domiciled Anglo-Indian community who are anxious to serve their country during the continuance of the present war. Enlistments811 words
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Article658 1916-04-12 3 NEW RAILWAYS AND PATENT TRENCHES. If the danger of a Turkish attack on Egypt is not entirely removed, a serious attempt at invasion is becoming very remote, writes Mr. W. T. Massey. The warm season is approaching, and with it departs the possibility of moving large bodies658 words
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Article55 1916-04-12 3 Calcutta, March 27.—At a general meeting on Saturday, of the Darjeeling Planters’ Association it was unanimously resolved to enter a strong protest against the principal export tax which the Government is about to levy upon tea as being in the nature of a direct bounty to foreign55 words
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Advertisement1236 1916-04-12 3 r EDGER CLERK competent to keep RUBBER STAMPS. I > and balance Customers Ledgers wanted at once, state salary and previous wantea at r 'T'HE PINANG GAZETTE PRESS, experience. Apply No. 174, c/o Pinang Gazette. Ltd ia now in a position to execute orders for all kinds of Rubber Stamps.1,236 words
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Advertisement179 1916-04-12 3 Not Beyond Hope Those who have suffered year after ye«r with Rheumatism will be glad to hear of remedy that haa proved an absolute specific. There are no conditions of Rheumatism, no matter how severe, nor fronr what saute, that cannot immediately bt relieved, xnd permanently cured by Little’s Oriental179 words
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Advertisement838 1916-04-12 3 THE PERFECTED NERVE FOOD. SANAPHOS is» w/f I 1 1 -I B THE IDEAL RECONSTRUCTIVE NERVE FOOD B A VALUABLE RESTORATIVE IN NEURASTHENIA NERVOUS [TfSPLPSIA AND AN/EMIA Ha Tempting, Palatable* Wholly Digestible. Earlier and inferior products, representing Sanaphos is producing results which are the effort to give the nerves directly838 words
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Article1100 1916-04-12 4 In a paper which was read the other day before the United Provinces Chamber of Commerce Mr. H. R. C. Hailey, the United Provinces Director of Agriculture, aptly observed that while it is the tendency of each nation, as it grows in wealth, to develop, its own industrial1,100 words
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Article282 1916-04-12 4 To-day’s quotation for unrefined tin in Penang was $97.00 per picul, business done—an increase of 65 cents. Tin is quot'd in London to-day at £202 spot, and £199 10s. three months. "A correspondent traverses a statement made yesterday in our introduction to the Cambridge Local Examination results282 words
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Article1233 1916-04-12 4 During Hat month signs of German naval activity were reported at intervals from Rotterdam and Amsterdam, but the supposition that they meant imminent action by the High Seas Fleet was wide of the mark. Nevertheless, there is a chance that the German Navy may make a desperate1,233 words
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Article284 1916-04-12 4 FORTNIGHTLY MEETING. The ordinary fortnightly meeting of the Municipal Commissioners was held in the Municipal Offices yesterday afternoon. The following gentlemen were present Messrs. W. Peel (President), John Mitchell, A. F. Goodrich and Qaah Beng Kee, with Messrs. L. A. C. Biggs (Secretary) in attendance. The Small Pox284 words
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Article172 1916-04-12 4 GERMANS OSTRACISED. A gentleman who has lately spent severs, days in Medan informs us that, since a previous visit which he paid to Sumatra some months ago, there is a noticeble change of war sentiment. Dutchmen now talk freely in favour of Holland joining tlie Entente Powers,172 words
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Article99 1916-04-12 4 The homeward mail closes at P on Saturday. Registration till 6 p tu The homeward R.M.S. Malta is expected to arrive here about 4 p.m on Saturday» 15th instant, and to sail at midnight on tbadate. A general meeting of the M ft Planters’ Association will be held99 words
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Advertisement262 1916-04-12 4 J~~> I 0 SCOTCH_WHISKY. S AM BULLOCH LADE Co. Ltd., Is i™ o ua^es: I y||l WHITE LABEL j§sg GOLD LABEL. SOLE AGENTS CALDBECK, MACGREGOR CO. Super-Odol. The British Substitute for German Odol. PRESERVES THE TEETH SWEETENS THE BREATH. A Delightful Liquid Dentifrice and Mouth Wash which imparts a feeling262 words
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Advertisement12 1916-04-12 4 E. &.O. Special Curry Tiffin ON Saturday, 15th April. E. O. ORCHESTRA.12 words
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Page 4 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous25 1916-04-12 4 THE TIDES. The following are the tides for tomorrow, Penang Standard Times High Water, Low Water. 10-00 a.m. 3-32 a.m. 9-21 p.m. 4- 4 p.m.25 words
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Article299 1916-04-12 5 FURTHER-COSTLY ENEMY FAILURES. ATTACK ON THE TIGDIS. THE KING AND FRANCE. MR. ASQUITHS DECLARATION. General Sir Percy Lake reports that General Gorringe’s force attacked the Turkish positions at Sannaiyat, on the north bank of the Tigris, but was not successful in piercing the enemy’s lines, the operations being299 words
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France and Belgium.
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Article, Illustration829 1916-04-12 5 [Reuter’s Telegrams.] FURTHER SEVERE FIGHTING. [COPYBIOHT TBLBGRAMS.] (By Submarine Telegraph.) Paris, April 11. A renewed German offensive, on the 50th day of the battle at Verdun, is a feature of the communique. The bombardment continued violently at night, especially directed against Dead Man” Hill. The communique confirms important German[Reuter’s Telegrams.] - 829 words
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Article425 1916-04-12 5 A military correspondent says Verdun at the beginning of September, formed an enormous salient in the line. All that the battle of the Marne and all the fighting in Champagne has done is to bring up the line of the French in Champagne to a level with425 words
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Article208 1916-04-12 5 The Press Bureau on March 10th, gave the following figures in German official casualty list. 1. The casualties reported during the month of February, 1916, are as follows Killed and died of wounds 7,301 Died of sickness 2,910 Prisoners 1,345 Missing 2,017 Severely wounded 5,217208 words
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Article149 1916-04-12 5 The Paris newspapers announce that a Zeppelin flew over Revigny and attempted to effect the task left unaccomplished a fortnight ago by the Zeppelin which was brought down and destroyed by the French gunners not far from Revigny. The new raider dropped several bombs, which exploded149 words
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Article24 1916-04-12 5 London, April 11. A munitions conference of the Allies will be held in Rome in May. Mr. Lloyd George hopes to attend.24 words
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Article465 1916-04-12 5 KING’S ADDRESS AT PALACE. London, April 11. A Franco-British Parliamentary Conference is being held in London. His Majesty in a stirring address to the members at Buckingham Palace welcomed the French visitors as legislators of a great Republic to which he rejoiced to be united by an intimate465 words
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Article134 1916-04-12 5 THE ARMY’S REQUIREMENTS. London, April 11. The Times understands that General Sir William Robertson, the Chief of the Imperial General Staff, and the Military Members of the Army Council, have furnished the Cabinet with a very plain statement of their immediate requirements as regards men. A Sub-Committee of the134 words
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Article57 1916-04-12 5 MR. HUGHES INVITED. London, April 11. In the House of Commons, Mr. Asquith announced that the Australian Premier, Mr. Hughes, had been invited to attend the Economic Conference at Paris, as one of the representatives of the Imperial Government. Mr. Asquith said he sincerely hoped Mr. Hughes57 words
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Article40 1916-04-12 5 COMPROMISE ON NEW TAXES. London, April 11. In the House of Commons, the Finance Bill unanimously passed the second reading. The Government intimated that they were prepared to modify the railway ticket and match taxes to meet objections.40 words
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Russian Campaign.
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Article98 1916-04-12 5 ENEMY’S DIFFICULTIES. Petrograd, April 10 German attempts to pump water out of flooded trenches on the Dwina front were everywhere prevrnted by the Russian fire. The Germans, south-west of Pinsk, approached the Russian position in boats, but were driven off. The Russians captured a trench on the98 words
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Turkey and the Near East.
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Article, Illustration95 1916-04-12 5 THE NEXT OFFENSIVE. London, April 11. General Sir Percy Lake reports that General G<>rringe’s preparations to attack the Turkish positions at Sannaiyat are well advanced, althongh the floods have curtailed the frontage on which the attack can be delivered. The weather has been fine during the last two days95 words
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Article541 1916-04-12 5 The Russian capture of Bitlis is important, because it commands one of the principal passes through the great Taurus range which divides the hill country of Armenia from the Syrian plain, in which we and the French are mainly interested. Strategically, the most favourable moment for any541 words
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Naval Operations.
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Article42 1916-04-12 5 9b London, April 11. Two neutral vessels are the British vessel Margam Abbey (4,471 tons of Port Talbot), the SantAnderino (Spanish) (3,346 tons of Bilbao), and the Caledonia (Danish) (1,815 tons of Copenhagen). Four of the SantAnderino’s crew were drowned.42 words
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General News.
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Article28 1916-04-12 5 FRANCE’S ASSURANCE. Amsterdam, April 11. France has assured Holland that neither France nor the Allies ever intended to violate the neutrality or territory of the Netherlands.28 words
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Article225 1916-04-12 5 During the consideration of the Extraordinary War Estimates in the Sections of the Dutch Second Chamber, many members again raised the question whether the time had not arrived for reducing the number of troops under arms, says a report just issued by the Chamber. These members thought225 words
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Article69 1916-04-12 5 London, April 11.' The London Gazette annom-ces the following promotions: Raja Sir Baldeo Singh of Poonah, Honorary M»jor. Captains C. R. Bradley (4th Cavalry) and J. A. Cbamier (33rd Punjabis) Squad ron Commanders and Temporary Majors, Flying Corps Captain D. Rainsford] Hannay,’'s3rd Sikhs, Balloon Officers. j Major69 words
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Article42 1916-04-12 5 London, April 11. The Wimbledcß Conservative Association has adopted Sir Stuart Cows as candidate in svmc sion to Mr. Henry Chaplin, raised *O ft ie peerage. It is probable th m an Attested Married Men’s candidate will oppose Sir Stuart.42 words
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Article320 1916-04-12 5 Discussing the fourth war loan to be issued by Germany, the financial correspondent of the Nieuwe Courant says There is a connection between the German military action on the western front and the issue of the fourth war loan. Such actions were undertaken before the three preceding320 words
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Article53 1916-04-12 5 PRESENTATION AT SINGAPORE. (From Our Own Correspondent Singapore, April 12. The members of the Singapore bar presented Sir Evelyn Ellis on Saturday with a silver inscribed salver. Mr. C. J. Carver who made the presentation, referred to Sir Ellis as having had 20 years’ service at the53 words
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Article479 1916-04-12 6 BRITAIN’S LOST MERCHANTMEN. Mr W H Raeburn (Glasgow), in big presidential address to the members of the Chamber of Shipping in London, said the manner in which the submarine menace had been tackled was beyond all praise. It was marvellous, and though threats were now held out479 words
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Article420 1916-04-12 6 In the course of an article dealing with the alleged danger for Netherlands India arising from the ambitions of the Japanese as a nation, not to spealf of danger from other quarters, Dr. Kuyper’s organ, the 41 Standard, argues that the present world war ushers in a420 words
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Article781 1916-04-12 6 EFFECTS OF EXPLOSIVE SHELLS. Many of the soldiers killed by highexplosive shells in the present war meet their death, not from wounds, nor from nervous shock, but from identically the same disease that affects men who have been working under high air-pressure. This disease, variously781 words
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Article836 1916-04-12 6 CONTROL BACK TO SHANGHAI URGED. As will be noticed, from an advertisement appearing in to-day’s issue of the “China Press,” says that paper of March 28, an effort is afoot to bring the control and management of the Gula-Kalumpongßubber Estates, Ltd back to Shanghai. Petitions were being circulated among836 words
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Article667 1916-04-12 6 METHODS OF ILLUMINATION. The use for ages of feeble illuminants like candles or oil encouraged an error that even the stronger gas and carbon-filament have been unable to dislodge from our minds —the belief that one must see the light source in order to get the full667 words
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Article270 1916-04-12 6 The Mark Still Falling. Reuter’s correspondents’ report states that between Saturday and the 24th March, the fourth German War Loan, in the form of four aud a half per cent State Treasury bonds and a five per cent State loan, will be open for subscription The subscription270 words
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Advertisement53 1916-04-12 6 To Correct Constipation and Biliousness, clear the complexion of blemishes and sweeten the breath, use the dainty laxative They gently assist nature and will help to keep you well. Tiny but thorough, do not gripe. Of chemists, 50 cents per phial, or post free from the Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co.,53 words
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Advertisement418 1916-04-12 6 Bovril makes other foods nourish you. It has a Body-building power proved equal to from io to 20 times the amount of Bovril taken. BRITISH TO THE BACKBONE. I CONGO-never leak-ROOFING Congo Roofing is made for all Weathers. An unusually severe storm wont hurt it. An extraordinary hot spell wont418 words
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Article, Illustration1307 1916-04-12 7 the french main position. In describing *he early stages of the ja’tle of Verdon Mr. Hillaire Belloc f ar the French had fallen back through broken country. They now had reached a mtin position which is essentially one greit connected height opposed like a wall to the1,307 words
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Article272 1916-04-12 7 News About Well-Known Perak Men. Mr. W. H. Tylden Pattenson, late of Trolak Estate, and now with the 13th Worcestershire, writes as follows to Mr. Grant Mackie I was so glad to get your letter and hear a little of the Home news. I had a272 words
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Article106 1916-04-12 7 Another Presidential Mandate. A further telegram has been received by the Chinese Consul in Singapore regarding the abandonment of the Monarchy by China. The Presidential mandate says I find that Yunnan is communicating with Chinese settlers abroad, proclaiming a revolt and requesting contributions. Explain to the settlers that106 words
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Article135 1916-04-12 7 P.M.I.A.D.C. AT SINGAPORE, [To the Editor of the Pinang Gazette.") Sir,— l beg to hand you a statement of accounts in connection with the P.M I.A.D.C. performances at Singapore, from February 22ud to February 26tb, in aid of the British Red Cross Fund, showing net proceeds of $9,909-44 0135 words
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Article86 1916-04-12 7 Messrs. Allen Dennys ifc Co. advise us that the under-mentioned prices were realised for rubber sold by them at our auction sale yesterday, (41,800 lbs. offered, 25,000 lbs. sold): Smokedribbedsheet $l7l to $l7B plain 163 164 No. 2 smoked sheet diamond 150 157 Unsmoked sheet 158 16086 words
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Article49 1916-04-12 7 OUTPUTS FOR MARCH. The following are additional rubber outputs for March Asahan lbs. 22,506 Ampat 12,082 Anglo Sumatra 66,387 Bah Lias 4,572 Investment Trust 12,317 Mendaris 1,848 Malaysia 20,376 Rubber Trust Tea 216,883 Sialang 83,288 Sungei Kari 25,830 Toerangie 3,491 Tandjong 85,530 Tanah Datar 8,795 United Serdang 246,67249 words
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Article59 1916-04-12 7 The following are the latest quotations in our share list Yesterday. To-day. CO is on Shares si CQ 02 CQ VI Mining. Kamunting... 34/- 36/- 34/- 35/6 Rubber (Dollar). Balgownie s4j s4| $4 s4j Jimah $1.20 $1.35 1.15 $1.25 Malakoff $4.30 $4.60 $4.70 $4.90 Serendah 4.32 3.3059 words
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Article29 1916-04-12 7 Toronto, March 10.—The total casualties in the Canadian Forces are now Killed 2,335 Died of Weunds 988 Deaths from Sickness 298 Wounded 9,235 Missing 4,012 Total 13,86829 words
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Article75 1916-04-12 7 The Hon. Treasurer sends us the following list of further contributions to the above Fund, forwarded to the Chartered Bank, Penang. Balance on April 7 $1,408 34 The European employees of the Malakoff Rubber Co Ltd, and the Malakoff Plantations Co Ltd, mouthly subn. 100.00 Balance on75 words
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Article371 1916-04-12 7 HALF-YEARLY GENERAL MEETING. The accounts for the half-year ended Decembor 31, 1915, were then discussed. Dr. Giddy asked if there was any increase in the members’ debits. The Hon. Secretary pointed out that the total of members’ debits in the previous half-yearly balance sheet was $4,476.31, while371 words
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Article101 1916-04-12 7 The thirtieth ordinary general meeting of the shareholders of the Singapore Slipway and Engineering Co, Ltd, was held at the registered office of the company, Tanjong Pagar, on Saturday, Mr S A Lane in the chair. The minutes of the 29th meeting having been read and confirmed,101 words
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Article21 1916-04-12 7 The following ties have been fixed for to-morrow Single Handicap A—Harries v Martin (4); Everest v Savi (5).21 words
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Article90 1916-04-12 7 The following undelivered cable lies a the office of the Eastern Extension Tele graph Co.:— Btb, Loeshiong, from Sigli. A crimping case came before the Teluk Anson Magistrate, Mr. J. F. Owen, last week. The accused was fined $lOO and three months’ rigorous imprisonment. A correspondent sends90 words
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90 1916-04-12 7 Seven pages are filled in the current issue of The Advertising World with the testimonies of leading general advertisers whom the war has not sufficed either to paralyze or to dismay. Here are a few sentences culled from the letters published The principle we follow90 words
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Article78 1916-04-12 7 CLEARANCES. To-day. Will o’ the Wisp for Deli. Pungah for Batu Bahra. Fooksang for Calcutta and Durban. Flying Dragon for Portweld and Taiping. MAILS. CLOSE AT GENERAL POST OFFICE. To-Moorrw. For Per Close. Tongkah Malacca 12-30 pm. Rangoon, Calcutta and Durban Ben ten Maru 3-30 p.m. Friday. Deli and78 words
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Article131 1916-04-12 7 Penang, April 12, 1916. (By Courtesy oj the Chartered Bank). London Demand Bank ...2/4 1/4 4 months’ sight Bank ...2/4 5/8 3 Credit ...2,4 27/32 3 Documentary ...2/4 7/8 Calcutta Demand Bank Re. 174 j 3 days* sight Private 17 6 Bombay Demand Bank 174| Moulmein Demand Bank 174131 words
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Obituary39 1916-04-12 7 Obituary. RAJA BOT. (From Our Own Correspondent). Kuala Lumpur, April 12. The death has occurred at Johore suddenly of Rajah Hadji Mohamed Salleb, generally known as Raja H«dji Bot, for many years a member of the Johore State Council.39 words
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Advertisement334 1916-04-12 7 AM MYSELF ALONE!” TERENCE RAMSDALE Character Actor, Z -v. i.X Raconteur, and J-\ Quick change Ar- tiste. After a lapse of nine years this (SBw known artiste is revisiting the /ft Jr Malay States and (inducement offer*ng) w iH \isit the Showing stations: T a i p i n g.334 words
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Advertisement2739 1916-04-12 8 P. 0.-B. 1.-APCAR |N. Y. K. K. P. M. mail and passenger services. Japan Mail Steamship Co. Ld. maatschappij and PENINSULAR AND ORIENTAL SAILINGS. INCORPORA TED IN JAPAN. (INCORPORATED IN HOLLAND.) CHINA L l°' Her Europe AIL (.or CN.ua .00 lapau,. A A TBE Comp. ni u 1 z »au2,739 words
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