Pinang Gazette and Straits Chronicle, 19 June 1916
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Title Section20 1916-06-19 1 Pinang Gazette AND STRAITS CHRONICLE PUBLISHED DAILY. ESTABLISHED 1833. No. 142 VOL. LXXIV. MONDAY, 19th JUNE. 1916 PRICE 10 CENTS20 words
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Article1112 1916-06-19 2 WAR WEARY GERMANY. Many indications are forthcoming that the British blockade of the Central Empires is beginning to have its intended effect, and that economic pressure will be as material a factor as military operations in bringing the war to a successful issue. The enemy is1,112 words
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Advertisement1430 1916-06-19 2 wanted *5 Valuable Property BY PLANTER of good experience with trees, with a guarantee of 75% germination. excellent credentials, management of Price $1.50 per 1,000 packed in bags y Cl* healthy Estate. and $2/- packed in boxes F.O B. or F.G.R. JQJ* Apply No, 215, c/o Pinang Gaulte. Telnk Anson.1,430 words
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Advertisement328 1916-06-19 2 Central Sales Room. BY ORDER OF THE MORTGAGEE. The property of TAN CHUAN NOEH widow, of Vermont Road, Penang. TO BE SOLD By Public Auction, At the above Sales Rooms, 21, Beach Street, On Monday, 26th June, 1916, AT 11 P.M. All these nine pieces of land forming one connected328 words
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Advertisement584 1916-06-19 2 banks. CHARTERED BANK OF JNthT AUSTRALIA AND CHINA Incorporated In England by Royti cb Paid-up Capital Reserve Fund -200,000 Reserve Liability of Proprietor. HradOfficr; 38, BISHOPSGATE, LONDON tn Agkncirs and Branches? U Amritsar Hongkong d Bangkok Iloilo ["“Il Batavia Ipoh Bombay Karachi p, 1 et Calcutta Klang s nn£ l584 words
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Article3959 1916-06-19 3 nE w taxation to cover war CONTRIBUTIONS. levy on incomes proposed. a meeting of the Legislative Council was held on Friday at Singapore at which there ffpre present H.E. the Governor, (Sir A. H. Y ung, G c M 0 )> Colonial Secretary (Hon p s. James, C.3,959 words
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Article1850 1916-06-19 3 S. T.” Refund of Voluntary Taxation Suggested. His Excellency the Governor said that it was very gratifying to see b<nh official and unofficial members not only unanimous in favour of the resolution, but considering whether £200,000 a year for five years, with the practical certainty or a" S. T.” - 1,850 words
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Advertisement30 1916-06-19 3 ADVERTISING THAT PATS. The moat auccesaful advertisers emphatically agr®® that continuity tn advertising is absolutely necessary. Haphazard, spasmodic advertising usually pays no one. To secure results advertise gently and consistently.30 words
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Turkey and the Near East.
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Article64 1916-06-19 4 ALLIES’ PRESSURE. Athens, Jane 17. The Entente’s sea restrictions are increasing. The opinion is expressed that these are a prelude to categorical demands, inclading the general demobilisation of the Greek army. Allies Control Salonika District. Salonika, June 17. The Allies are now in complete control of the Salonika district.64 words
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Naval Operations.
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Article28 1916-06-19 4 London, June 18. The destroyer Eden sank in the Channel lost night as the result of a collision. Thirty-one were saved. Three officers are missing.28 words
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Article26 1916-06-19 4 Copenhagen, June 18. A Danish smack brought in the body of an officer of the German cruiser Frankfurt, previously reported damaged off Jutland.26 words
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General News.
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Article53 1916-06-19 4 CONTINUED BRITISH ADVANCE. London, June 16. General Smuts reports that a column arrived close to Handeni (terminus of the branch railway from Mombo), where a considerable German force is entrenched. General Hannyii g'on occupied Korogwe, on the Tanga Railway. Our forces occupied Ukerewe in the Victoria Nyanza, capturing53 words
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Article67 1916-06-19 4 Singapore, June 17. The Legislative Council unanimously resolved to contribute to the Imperial revenue £200,000 annually for five years, also farther five years if the Colonial resources permit. Tobacco taxes will be imposed and Liquor taxes will be increased to meet expenditure. L nofficial members urged67 words
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66 1916-06-19 4 FURTHER PASSAGE OPPOSED. London, June 17. A meeting of the Council of the London Chamber of Commerce decided to oppose the further passage of the Government of India Amendment Bill until clause two is omitted. It is reported that strong representations were made to the66 words
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Article27 1916-06-19 4 London, June 18. Field Marshal Viscount French reviewed at Hyde Park 10,000 London Volunteers over military age, who were recently recognised by the War Office.27 words
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Article28 1916-06-19 4 CANADIAN RESOLUTION. London, June 18. The Canadian Manufacturers' Association passed a resolution in favour of closer commercial union of the Allies, also an inter-Imperial preferential tariff.28 words
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Article24 1916-06-19 4 NEW ZEALAND’S INVESTMENT. Wellington, June 17. New Zealand’s Budget shows a surplus of £2,000,000. £3,250,000 will be invested in Imperial Treasury Bills.24 words
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Article21 1916-06-19 4 London, June 18. S irY at ?t WNathan «'Under Secretary for Ireland, has returned to the Army,21 words
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Article49 1916-06-19 4 FURTHER DISTURBANCES. London, June 18. Disturbances continue at Amsterdam and Rotterdam owing to the dearness of food due to exports to Germany. The greengrocers of Amsterdam have decided to close their shops from June I9ch, in order to force the Government to prohibit the export of vegetables.49 words
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Article45 1916-06-19 4 BOARD OF TRADE INVESTIGATION. London, June 16. The B< ard of Trade has appointed a committee, presided over by Mr. J. M. Robertson, M.P. for Tyneside, to investigate the increase of the c >so of living and recommend steps to ameliorate the si’Uition.45 words
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425 1916-06-19 4 Following the practice of former years, the Co-operative Wholesale Society has prepared a comparison of food prices during the past twelve mouths with those prevailing in the former years. The articles dealt with are coal and the groceries most commonly included in the weekly order.425 words
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Article34 1916-06-19 4 DIES AT MEMORIAL SERVICE. Amsterdam, June 18. General von Moltke died this afternoon, while representing the German General Staff at a Memorial Service to Marshal von der Goltz in the Reichstag.34 words
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Article68 1916-06-19 4 MR. BALFOUR’S TRIBUTE London, June 17. Mr. Balfour, speaking at the unveilrng of a memorial to the late Admiral Cradock in York Minster subscribed by Yorkshiremen al] over the world, said never was a nobler act than Admiral Cradock’s attack at Coronel, which was apparently with the68 words
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41 1916-06-19 4 London, June 17. The Morning Post” says it is decided that Mr. Lloyd George succeeds Lord Ki cheoer. The new Minister of Munitions to be appointed will be more closely associated with the War Stcretary.41 words
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Article23 1916-06-19 4 London, June 17. Mr. Asquith on the 21st will move that a monument be erected to the late Lord Kitchener.23 words
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Article258 1916-06-19 4 AMERICANISM v. HYPHENISM. St. Louis, June 17. The Democratic Convention has adopted its platform. The most interesting plank is that aimed at Teutonic conspirators, which it is believed President Wilson dictated. It announces as destructive of national unity every organisation whose object is to advance the interests258 words
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Article36 1916-06-19 4 CARRANZA LEADER’S THREAT. Washington, June 19. The Commander-in Chief on the Mexican border announces that the Carranzaist leader at Chihuahua has threatened that any further American movement will be the signal for a Mexican attack.36 words
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Article37 1916-06-19 4 London, June 18. The liner Clan Ross, outward bound, collided with a coal elevator at Birkenhead. Fire broke out in the forehold, where the cargo was mainly sulphur. Eventually the liner was successfully docked.37 words
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Article22 1916-06-19 4 Monte Video, June 18. The steamer Instituto Pesca leaves the Falklands for Elephant Island, with Sir Ernest Shackleton aboard.22 words
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Article53 1916-06-19 4 ADMIRAL JELLICOE’S REPLY. (from Our Own Correspondent.) Kuala Lumpur, June 19. Admiral Sir John Jellicop, replying to the message from the F.M.S. says The officers and men uf the Grand Fleet appreciate greatly the telegram from the Malayan Chambers, which will be sen* to the Captain of His53 words
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Article40 1916-06-19 4 [from Our Own Correspondent,] Kuala Lumpur, June 19. The Hon. Mr. Eric Macfadyen ha B arranged to collect contributions to a fund for comforts for the crew of H. M. S. Malaya, through the Chartered Bank.40 words
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Article233 1916-06-19 4 Writing in the Petit Journal,” M. Pichon says that out of three million men which, in round figures, Italy is able to place in the field, she has mobilised 2,400,0€0, and she is still able to call up 600,0C0. Her military service is prefectly organised, abundant provision having233 words
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Article722 1916-06-19 4 FIELD OPERATIONS. Another extensive scheme of field operations was carried out by the Penang Volunteers yesterday morning. Portions of the battalion were on the move on Saturday, “C Company, who acted as the “enemy” by 5-30 p.m., and abous sixty from “A” Company, Maxims and B Company by722 words
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Article65 1916-06-19 4 (from Our Own Correspondent.) Singapore, June 19. At a meeting of Malacca Electric Light Company, on Saturday, Mr. Robinson, who presided, said the position was satisfactory. Preliminary expenses and the previous debit had been written off, leaving sufficient for a dividend of five per cent. Toe65 words
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Article43 1916-06-19 4 The Band will play the following programme of music at the Esplanade from 6 till 7 this evening:— 1. Japanese Dance ...Thomas 2. Indian Quadrille Franco 3. Waltz Rosen ...Eilenberg 4. Mazurka Lalla Rookh ...Ettling 5. March The Handicap ...Rosey43 words
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Article61 1916-06-19 4 We are advised by ths> P. O. Agents that the homeward steamer Namur, arrived at Marseilles on the 16th instant. We understand that Mr. F. Scarborough has received a commission in the Flying Corps. 2,165 coolies arrived by the Teesta, on Saturday evening. 966 went to Pulau Jerejak61 words
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POLICE COURTS.
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Article146 1916-06-19 4 Great consternation wasetused in Queen Street and its vicinity on Saturday afternoon when it became known that a Tamil had run amok and was attacking people. It appears that Mana Slayman returned home that afeernoon about 5 o’clock and, seeing three men in the house,146 words
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Article150 1916-06-19 4 Kiah, a Malay woman living in Teik Soon Street was brought before Mr. V. G. Ezechiel to-day on the charge of theft of purse con aining $10.07, the property of a Tamil woman living in the same place. The later went to have a bath at the150 words
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Article115 1916-06-19 4 Ho Kwa was charged before Mr. V. G. Ezechiel with mischief by setting fire to house No. 164 Jelutong Road yesterday evening. Accused, who looked quite a simple man, was sent f>r observa'ion. He was, it appears, formerly employed by the owner of the house and was dismissed115 words
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Article82 1916-06-19 4 Lim K'»k Eng of Chop Sin Hong of Beach Street and L m Eng Joo of Market Street were on Saturday arrested by the Monopolies Officer for removing more than 3 lbs of tobacco without a permit, although the charges were in the charge book and82 words
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Article175 1916-06-19 4 Dr. Liston, Penang, has received the following acknowledgments in connection with the St. Panek's Day Irish Soldiers’ Fund." Sir, —Please accept our very sincere thanks, aud convey them to the subscribers, for the most acceptable cheque (£3O) received from you yesterday. We have so many Batts, of175 words
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Article, Illustration25 1916-06-19 4 Genrral von Moltke, whose sudden death Reuter reports to-day. Reference is made to him in our Here and There” column.25 words
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Article140 1916-06-19 4 INSPECTION BY THE GENERAL H. E. Brigadier-Ge.ier.l b u n-j c.M.a., G. O. C. the Troop,, J™*, noce Wellesley OU Saturday a and in,peeled the Province w!, Rifle* at Butterworth. Healey The Corps paraded, under 2 n j r aus Robin (acting O. 0.) near!* ten strong140 words
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Article254 1916-06-19 4 The usual fortnightly handicap 3 hoot took place on Saturday aft erQo n Ranges being 30) aud 600 yard* HP q 100. The result wa* as follows Sergt T J Williams with H’cap -75 made 91 2nd/Lt DAM Brown -75 Pte G N Saye 70 S254 words
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Article41 1916-06-19 4 The following ties have been fixed for Wednesday Doubles Handicap— J M Chalmers and R H Reid v J Dick and E R Henderson (1) R N Goodwin and G M Terzano v R Owen and H Muir (2).41 words
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Article30 1916-06-19 4 Saturday’s quotation for unrefined in Penang was $B5 75 per picul bu-ines* done. To-day’s quotation for unrefined tin in in Penang was $8.0) per picul, buyers, no sellers30 words
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Article31 1916-06-19 4 Lor don, June 17.* The following is the rubber quotation for to-day Plantation Ist Latex Crepe 2 5 Smoked Sheet 2/4 [*By courtesy of Messrs. Boustead i Co.]31 words
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Advertisement125 1916-06-19 4 Made in England for over 100 yearsCockle's Pills Cockle's Pills A tried and trusted family medicine, prescribed by medical men for the common ailments of everyday hfe, such as ACIDITY, INDIGESTION, BILIOUSNESS, SICK HEADACHE, DISORDERED LIVER' These famous pills cleanse and reflate the whole system, leaving it from all impurities.125 words
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Article1306 1916-06-19 5 COMPANY’S IMPROVED POSITIONThe fourteenth annual general meeting of the Tronoh Mines, Ltd waa held on the 18th ulto, at the Cannon-street Hotel, E.C., Mr. Charles Vivian Thomas (chairman of the company) presiding. The Secretary (Mr. A. H. Cullen, c. A.' having read the notice convening the meeting and1,306 words
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Article321 1916-06-19 5 S. F. P.” Trouble at Banka. Information is to hand from Banka of troubles in the Tin Mines there, one of the inspectors being set on by Chinese miners who refused to perform their denies. The armed police who immediately went to the scene being unable to quell“ S. F. P.” - 321 words
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Article124 1916-06-19 5 Penang, June 19, 1916. {By Courtesy ot the Chartered Bank). London Demand Bank ...2/4 1/4 4 months’ sight Bank ...2/4 5/8 3 Credit ...2/4 25/32 3 Documentary ...2/4 13/16 Calcutta Demand Bank Rs. 174| 3 days’sight Private 176 Bombay Demand Bank 174| Moulmein Demand Bank 173} 3 days’sight Private124 words
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Advertisement364 1916-06-19 5 WHITEAWAY, LAIDLAW 8 Co., Ltd., PENANG. (INCORPORATED IN ENGLAND). ja 4» BORNEO CHAIRS. TWVHD “7’-- I "It- Fhe<e < hairs are strongly rrgs^g^ 1 vVWI UI WMMKbu? made, adjustable to sitting R r vr! '-rfl ‘Sjjßljp 'IISMII MB GLADSTONE BAGS. or reclining position. Fit•1* O|WM > MBOwl ood Quality Tan364 words
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Advertisement57 1916-06-19 5 Harsh Purgatives, Salts and Castor Oil, are old fashioned remedies more drastic than safe. the tiny laxatives ensure the same results, but in a perfectly natural manner. They do not upset the stomach, nor gripe, but gently assist nature. Of chemists, 50 cents per phial, or post free from the57 words
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Article33 1916-06-19 6 Marshall—Meffet. —On June 15, at St. Andrew’s Cathedral, Singapore, by Archdeacon Swindell, F. P. Marshall of Kebun Bahru, Tangkah Estate, J >hore, to Anni Noel Meffet, daughter of Alexander Meffet, advocate, Aberdeen.33 words
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Article1281 1916-06-19 6 When the desirability or otherwise of imposing an income-tax in Malaya was seriously discussed a few years ago, the conclusion arrived at by the majority of people, who had given the matter every consideration and carefully weighed the pros and cons, was quite definitely against such a1,281 words
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Article1545 1916-06-19 6 We referred at some length on Saturday to the Russian menace to Czernowitz. It now appears that the Russian troops entered the city that afternoon. The event marks the completion of the first stage of General Lotchitsky’s campaign, but be is reported to be following up the1,545 words
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153 1916-06-19 6 Considerable excitement was arouse on Saturday afternoon about 5 p- m I c appearance of a large crocodile undernest Swettenham Whaif. The visitor was ri seen by the crew of the P. H- iaalC Alert, and the I ighterage Superintended, Mr. H. J. V. Sinclair,153 words
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Article99 1916-06-19 6 We understand that the ia a L 0 t Southern Railway from Singora to anaccording to present arrangements is opened on August 15th nexu ers will only run in the day time and ps»- from Singora will pass the aftornoo night at Tongsawn (the junction o Trang99 words
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Advertisement316 1916-06-19 6 OPTICAL DEPARTMENT. PRESCRIPTION WORK— We hold an exceptionally large stock of both simple and compound lenses and can cut and fit them to any type of frame either rimmed or rimless. FRAMES accurately fitted and adjusted. SIGHT TESTlNG— Eyesight carefully tested for all defects, active or latent. REPAIRS— AII repairs316 words
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Advertisement11 1916-06-19 6 “E. O." SPECIAL TIFFIN EVERY Wednesday and Saturday. E. O. ORCHESTRA.11 words
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Miscellaneous27 1916-06-19 6 THE TIDES. The following are the tides for tomorrow, Penang Standard Times High Water. Low Water. 3-26 a.m. 9 32 a.m. 3-09 p m. 10 12 p.m.27 words
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Article381 1916-06-19 7 BLOW ON AUSTRIAN FLANK. brussiloffs new CAPTURES. HEAVY FIGHTING AT VERDUN, death of genebal von moltke. The principal news from the Russian front is the capture of Czernowitz, the capital o f Bukovina, which fell to the forces under Genera) Letchitsky, on Saturday afternoon. The Russians bad to381 words
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France and Belgium.
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Article42 1916-06-19 7 [Reutrr’B Telegrams.] ENEMY efforts baulked. [Copybight Tblegrams.] (By Submarine Telegraph). Paris, June 18. Violent enemy attacks on Hill 321 were ,o J>Bhed by our machine gun and rifle fire w ‘tb heavy losses. berinan counter-attacks south of Mort Rename were repulsed.[Reutrr’B Telegrams.] - 42 words
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Article, Illustration517 1916-06-19 7 french capture trenches. Paris, June 17. A commun-que says there was intermittent artillery activity on both banks of the Meuse but no infantry action. It is confirmed that our attack yesterday on the southern slopes of Mort Homme captured trenches on a front of a kilometre. All enemy517 words
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Article27 1916-06-19 7 A VICTIM TO M. RIBIERE. Paris, June 18. The famous German airman, Herr Boelke, was brought down at Verdun by the Frenchman, M. Rihiere.27 words
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Article98 1916-06-19 7 The enemy s air losses are averaging something over three machines a day on the Western Front. The actual number of the German machines known to have been destroyed in the last two months is 191, or 94 and 97 in two months, respectively. The French do98 words
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Article560 1916-06-19 7 According to official reports French aviators succeeded in destroying 31 German aeroplanes during the month of April, while only six French machines were lost During the month of March, 35 German aeroplanes were smashed ag.inst 13 French. It appears that no particular tactics are observed560 words
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Article43 1916-06-19 7 EXPLAINED AT SECRET MEETING. London, June 17. The French Chamber held a meeting in secret to-day in order to allow the Government to give a full explanation of its policy and especially preparations made to meet the German attack at Verdun.43 words
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Article98 1916-06-19 7 LORD CREWE’S STATEMENT. Paris, Jane 18. The Economic Conference has closed. A st l ies of resolutions, which were unanimously agreed to, will be published. Lord Crewe, in an interview, «aid the decisions will be approved alike by the Allies and neutrals, and said they will convince98 words
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Article22 1916-06-19 7 London, June 17. Mr. A quith returned to London and presided over the War Council. Mr. Lloyd George was present.22 words
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Russian Campaign.
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Article, Illustration386 1916-06-19 7 AFTER SEVERE BATTLES. Petrograd, June 18. After desperate fighting, the Russians have occupied Czernowitz. Austria’s Version. Amsterdam, June 17. An Austrian communique yesterday says the garrison of Czernowitz bridgehead were compelled to withdraw before concentrated artillery fire and a superior enemy. At night the Russian forces made the386 words
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Article, Illustration909 1916-06-19 7 “DESTRUCTION OF ENEMY ARMIES.” Petrograd, June 16 A semi-official review of the situation says the absence in the communiquĕs of names and places does not mean that Brnssiloff’s advance is retarded, on the contrary progress is uninterrupted. The broad corridor resulting from the Russian break through909 words
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Italy’s Campaign
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Article259 1916-06-19 7 AUSTRIAN ATTACKS DEFEATED. Rome, June 16. Austrian mass attacks by eighteen battalions on the Asiago plateau broke down. The enemy left piles of corpses. We counter-attacked and took prisoners. Strong enemy night attacks in the Lagaiina valley were driven off. The enemy made further fruitless but costly attacks259 words
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Article60 1916-06-19 7 Rome, June 18, Signor Boselli has practicallv completed his Cabinet. It will number 20, instead of 12, including the retention of the old Foreign War, and Marine Ministers, the inclusion of the Socialist, Signor Bissolati, and the leader of the Interventionist Party, who fought the war. This60 words
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Article19 1916-06-19 7 London, June 18. The Bishop of Labuan and Sarawak has resigned, owing to ill-healtb.-19 words
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Article, Illustration3797 1916-06-19 8 THE NEW MINISTER FOR WAR. VICTORY HIS SOLE AIM. Although there ia no official confirmation. it seems practically certain that Mr. Lloyd George will succeed to the high office of the late Lord Kitchener as Secretary of State for War. A few months ago, Mr. Sydney Brooks3,797 words
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Article18 1916-06-19 8 Penang :—The E O. Hotel, The Crag, Runnymede Hotel. Singapore :—Raffles Hotel. Rangoon Strand Hotel.18 words
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Advertisement694 1916-06-19 8 Ig Clutch and Brake Linings I 8 never score the metal surfaces will- which they come in contact. Take the case of heavy i tor vehicles. If V ou II use metal brakes you run a risk. They score the drum and II when a little extra work is iut694 words
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Article1573 1916-06-19 9 daughter has been born to Mr. and Mrt Loke Yew of Kuala Lumpur. J. P. Swettenham will be stationed Seremban, Mr. Potts going to Port Dickson. The Chief Judicial Commissioner, Sir Thomas Braddell, has left Kuantan for the Vaizes commencing there on Monday. Li,ut.-Colonel the Hon. A.1,573 words
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WAR NEWS.
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Article384 1916-06-19 9 The Russian Operations. London, Jane 7.—Yesterday’s Austrian official communique admits that th< Austrians opposed to the Russians at Oknf about twenty miles from the Rumaniar frontier have withdrawn from the first lint which is completely flattened out to a line already prepared three miles to the384 words
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Article138 1916-06-19 9 London May 25 —The rearing of game on the Royal Estates. has been entirely given up since the beginning of the war, and as a further measure of economy and example to others phea«ant’s eggs have been sent in large numbers to the hospital, or138 words
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Article82 1916-06-19 9 A provisional agreement has been made for an amalgatiou of the interest of the Cunard Company, ard the Commonwealth and the Dominion Line. Of recent years rhe Cunard Co. has become interested in the Indian trade through the AnchorBrocklebank line, while the arrangement now announced will82 words
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Article79 1916-06-19 9 At a meeting of the East Kent Colliery Debenture Holders, it was stated that probably Germany knew more about the possibilities of Kent coalfields than the English did. Before the war a great many Germans were engaged in boring operations in East Kenr, and they had79 words
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Article112 1916-06-19 9 London, May 21.—Mr A Henderson (President, Board of Education) in a letter to his political agent at Barnard Castle states: Government does not intend to form fresh army divisions but it intends to keep the existing divisions at their full strength with sufficient held in reserve.112 words
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Article251 1916-06-19 9 London, June 6.—An official telegram from Berlin confirms the report that the cruiser Elbing collided with another German warship, and as it was impossible to take her into port her crew blew her up. The loss of the Elbing was nob mentioned in the first German251 words
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Article376 1916-06-19 9 M.P.” Thk Singapore Outbreak. The following letter appears in the Morning Post i Sir.—ln the Morn'ng Post of August 12, 1915, there are published extracts from a private letter under the heading Echoes of the Singapore Mutiny,” Tenderness to the Enemy.” The first passage—“ M.P.” - 376 words
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Article242 1916-06-19 9 This Bill which became law on passing in the Legislative Council, Friday, provides for the following duties a gallon. 85 per cent, of proof spirit $4.80 Between 85 and 70 380 Between 70 and 40 2.40 Less than 40.—Sparkling wines $2 40: ann wines $160; Claret le’s242 words
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Advertisement700 1916-06-19 9 VITAFER is the Tonic Food Which invigorates Without reaction, THE BRITISH MAKERS of the British Tonic Food VITAFER are asked to publish the following London, August 14th, 1914. 1 should like to offer my testimony to the efficacy of VITAFER. I had a serious attack of Malaria, contracted in India,700 words
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Article, Illustration1166 1916-06-19 10 fBY AN ARTIST CORRESPONDENT.] May 25. Italy's Triumph. One of the most significant military events of the spring is the failure of the Austrians to make good in their thrust against the Italian positions above the Adige. The Italian official communiqu Q says that the Austrian gains after1,166 words
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Article171 1916-06-19 10 Per P and O Malwa. London, May 27. —To Singapore Mr Hodgkins, Mr J P Baird, Mr Phillips. To Penang Mr Eggspulen. Per P and O Kaisar-i-Hind. London, June 9.—To Singapore: Mrs Palmer and 2 children, Mr Tickler. To Penang: Mrs R N Goodwin, Mrs Turner171 words
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Article498 1916-06-19 10 The report of the directors to be submitted at the annual general meeting of the Company, to be held at Cannon Street Hotel, Cannon Street, London, E C,, on Monday, the 29th May, was as follows The directors submit herewith their sixth annual report with498 words
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Advertisement180 1916-06-19 10 Not Beyond Hope Those win have suffered year aftar year with Rheumatiam will be g ad to hear of reme.y that has proved an absolutispecific. There are no c nditions of Rheumatism, no matter how revere, nor froir what cau»e, that cannot immediately bt relieved, and permanently cured by Little’s180 words
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Advertisement863 1916-06-19 10 r FOUL BREATH, n I WOMEN’S GREATEST MISFORTUNE. fej The old saying that “distance lends enchantment” was nevermore aptly to the point than whe I to those people whose breath is laden with evil smelling odours. Many persons appear most applie d I at a distance, but produce a feeling863 words
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Article483 1916-06-19 11 REINFORCEMENTS FOR ASIA. Bukarest, May 16.—According to a telegram from Tarun Stverin, the 191 at German Regiment, coming from Macedonia has disembarked at Orsova, whence it has been dispatched in three military trains to the French frontier. Austrian troops from General army in Albania are483 words
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Article313 1916-06-19 11 Lettrr from Lieut. B G. Fox. A letter has been received in Kuala Lumpur, from Lieut B G. Fox, who up to February, 1915, was Traffic Inspector on the F. M 8. Railways, leaving in that month to join H M.’s Forces. The letter shows that in313 words
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