Pinang Gazette and Straits Chronicle, 17 November 1916
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Pinang Gazette and Straits Chronicle
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Title Section20 1916-11-17 1 Pinang Gazette AND STRAITS CHRONICLE PUBLISHED DAILY. ESTABLISHED 1833. No. 268 VOL. LXXIV. FRIDAY, 17th NOVEMBER. 3916. PRICE 10 CENTS20 words
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Advertisement1078 1916-11-17 1 aaaaaaoaaoanaaaoaaaaaanaaaaa WANTED 1 n g RCB B E R to sell by auction or pri- g vately, or for shipment. C GOODS for forwarding to any g part of the world. g 2 INSURANCE risks against Fire o a written. a a We specialize in the above. a Apply to—1,078 words
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Advertisement78 1916-11-17 1 c "uuaau ixiooou auj;. uccju ...ug 3 FOR 320 y c 5 XTf’U can have the Pinang 4 5 1 Gazette r p< *te<l v-rv iay C tor a whob ve*r to v< nr «ddreea. 3 J (LOCAL SUBSCRIPTION. 527). g Proi ortionate Q aneily and c 2 Half-yearly rates78 words
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Article434 1916-11-17 2 The King received the Hon. Sir Harold Stuart, of the Madras Executive Council, says Renter. The Hon. Mr. H. W. Firmstone, Direc tor of Education was a passenger to Penang by the Ipoh, to-day. Sir Arthur McMahon, late High Commissioner of Egypt, received the Grand Cross of434 words
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Article41 1916-11-17 2 [From Our Own Correspondent.'] Singapore, November 17. The decision in the inquiry into the collision between the steamers Mersing, and Meran is that the gunner of the Mersing be suspended for six months, no blam“ attaching to the Meran.41 words
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Article35 1916-11-17 2 [From Our Own Correspondent.] Singapore, November 17. At Singapore rubber auctions, 948 tons were on offer. Bidding was erratic, and much was withdrawn. Fine pale $146, ribbed smoked $l4l. The sale continues.35 words
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Article32 1916-11-17 2 [From Our Own Singapore, November 17. Messrs. Fraser Co.’s circular says rub ber shares are moving upward with a steady demand. The Straits War Loan is receiving marked support.32 words
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Article156 1916-11-17 2 The Band will play the following programme of music at the Esplanade from 6 till 7 this evening 1. Selection Duchess oj Dantzic ...Caryll 2. Lancers Talk 0 the Night Wiliams 3. Waltz Incognito ...Ivanovici 4. Schottische Marie Stuart ...Fruhling 5. March Castaldo ...Novacek The Aedang brought156 words
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Article878 1916-11-17 2 CELEBRATION OF ST. ANDREW’S DAY. The Committee cf the local St. Andrew’s Society has arranged for the celebration of St. Andrew’s Day on Thursday, November 30th, and Mr. William Duncan, the new President of the Society, has issued the following circular, detailing the arrangements, which are878 words
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Article918 1916-11-17 2 THIRD DAYS PROCEEDINGS. ACCUSED COMMITTED FOR TRIAL. The enquiry into the alleged charge of criminal breach of tru?t as a servant brought against Yio Bun Tian was resumed before Mr J C Sugars to-day. The Acting Solicitor-General, Mr R D Acton, and the Hon A R918 words
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Advertisement569 1916-11-17 2 I The tonic of a wholesome pride X"“=7>*K_ !W*<u4. k’. .k i. HSE/ 'ii v p*™.' CfiS LIGHTING ANO STARTING is run frcm one battery and controlled b> tiic touch ot a switch. A perfect finish of every particular is characteristic of a C.A.V. set, and gives just that touch569 words
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Advertisement336 1916-11-17 2 POSTPONEMENT NOT.CE. THE SALE of CHEAH THEAN LYE’S PROPERTY advertised to (Established 1900.) take place to-day has been POSTPONED to the 21st day ot November, 1916, at n a m Dispensing Chemists, By order Wholesale and Retail Druggists, J. R. McFARLANE, Auctioneer. Penang, 17th November, 1916. K P l TO336 words
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Miscellaneous114 1916-11-17 2 FMP I R THEATRE PHONE 628. The Premier Theatre of Penang. PENANG ROAD. Nov. rni CAT CIIN N <»v. 17,18,19. "KI.» vAl.| Oun. 17,18,19. A SENSATIONAL CIRCUS DRAMA CHILDREN t°h f e CIRCUS THREE REELS of thrilling moments mixed with a highly entertaining circus show of performing animals. ALL FOR114 words
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Article2809 1916-11-17 3 MR. A. C. PERKIN’S VIEWS. SPEED OF BUCKETS. {Continued Jrom Yesterday). Concluding his lecture on Tin Dredging in the Federated Malay States” to the members of the F. M.S. Chamber of Mines, Mr. A. C. Perkins said It might be thought that the digging capacity would be directly2,809 words
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Advertisement399 1916-11-17 3 EMPLOYMENT WANTED. BY European (Britisher) age 28 as JUNIOR ASSISTANT ou Rubber Estate. Good knowledge of Tamil and other Indian languages. (Address) No. 303, c/o Pinang Gazette. 1152- 17-11 WANTED APPOINTMENT. BY a young planter at present on Rubber estate wishing to improve himself, knows Malay and Tamil well, one399 words
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Advertisement48 1916-11-17 3 A Clear Head a hearty appetite, sound sleep and good digestion are sure to follow an occasional dose of PINKETTES the tiny laxatives. Gentle as nature. Do not gripe. Of all chemists, 50 cents per phial, or post free from the Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co., Dept. Ic, Singapore.48 words
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Advertisement713 1916-11-17 3 IPOH. Sale of Valuable Building Sites, &c. Unless sold meanwhile by Private Treaty the undersigned are instructed to sell by PUBLIC AUCTION, At No. 1, Hugh Low Street, Ipoh, at 11 a.m., On Saturday, the 25 th instant, The following valuable property in Ipoh and Batu Gajah. LOT No. i.713 words
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Article1147 1916-11-17 4 The war has proved a great teacher of geography and it has also served to give us all an insight into national traits of enemies and friends about which we had not taken the trouble or had no proper opportunity to learn the truth. To mere accurate ideas of1,147 words
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Article106 1916-11-17 4 To-day’s quotation for unrefined tin in Penang is $9l p er picul, buyers —a decrease of 75 cents. Tin is quoted in London to-day at £lB9 spot, and £l9O 15s three mouths. To-day’s quotation for ccpra is $8.70 per picul. The three houses in High Street, Kuala Lumpur,106 words
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Article1774 1916-11-17 4 The majority of people, we do not hesitate to assert, will be Servant Reglst- deeply disappointed at Failure. the alie vin g of the Enactment to provide for the registration of domestic servants, which was introduced at yesterday’s meeting of the Federal Council by the Hon. Mr.1,774 words
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Advertisement162 1916-11-17 4 I |j TfejHj; &JUjf I HbKwi 1 I K» HmP M 11'1 PSSRIImMhF Iwt Z 'f 7 v '''fox x V /tyysSPs Qw y\\ J /i&sSa-Mw ;;K 4 WB\\ /\i m v fflr n i I I I 1 i U V \lilPHk. iW^WWaj^^lT/ WwWX Special Extra Heavy Studded Pattern162 words
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Advertisement21 1916-11-17 4 THE CRAG HOTEL PENANG HILLS. The Sanatorium of the Straits Settlements. Completely Renovated. Laundry on the Premises. Telegrams: '‘Crag,” Penang Hills.21 words
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Miscellaneous45 1916-11-17 4 THE TIDES. The following are the tides for today, Penang Standard Times High Water. Low Water. 3.13 a.m. 10 24 a.m. 4.42 p.m. 10.32 p.m. < a SUNSET AND SUNRISE. Sunrise. Sunset. Nov. 17th 6.10| a.m. 5 56| p.m, 18th do do H 19th do do45 words
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Article404 1916-11-17 5 ADVANCE ON MONASTIR. SEVERE ENEMY REPULSE IN FRANCE. BRITISH FOOD PROPOSALS. GERMANY AND THE ARABIA. Extensive operations by the Allies on the western portion of the front in Macedonia are meeting with splendid success, the Serbians, French and Russians pressing the enemy back at several points and adding404 words
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France and Belgium.
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Article, Illustration533 1916-11-17 5 [Rbotrr’r Trlrgram. I BIG COUNTER-ATTACKS ON THE FRENCH. Paris, November 16. A French communique states that a furious battle continued all day on the Somme front. The enemy attempted a powerful effort, with great effectives, north and south of the Somme, simultaneously. They were baffled by the[Rbotrr’r Trlrgram. I - 533 words
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Article76 1916-11-17 5 THE NEW CABINET. Melbourne, November 16. The reconatifu’ion nf the Federal Cabinet is due to a Federal Parliamentary Labour caucus split. The Defence and Navy portfolios are unchanged. A new partv, entitled Official Labour, has been formed, composed of 19 Senators and 24 Representatives. There are now three76 words
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Article62 1916-11-17 5 REQUESTED TO RESIGN. Ottawa, November 16. Major-General Sir Sam Hughes resigned at the request of Sir R. L. Borden, the Premier, who considered inter alia that Major-General Hughes was assuming functions which should be exercised by the Government collectively The ex-Minister of Defence declares that there are62 words
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Article49 1916-11-17 5 London, November 16. In the House of Commons, a member suggested that some British troops in India should be transferred to France and replaced by troops from the trenches, and by men under 19. Mr. Chamberlain replied that the question should be addressed to Mr. Lloyd George.49 words
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Article514 1916-11-17 5 THE SHIPPING PROBLEM. London, November 15. In the House of Commons, Mr. Runciman, continuing his speech on the food question, said the British shipping losses since the war began were 2,250,000 tons. He saw no reason why Britain should not produce half a million tons in the514 words
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Article36 1916-11-17 5 London, November 16. The Wheat Commission has arranged with the Indian Government to sanction the export of 400,000 tons of wheat to Britain, France and Italv, shipment in November, December and January.36 words
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Article61 1916-11-17 5 SUCCESSFUL MEASURES. London, November 16. In the House of Lo r ds, the Marquess of Crewe said the Admiralty had been exceedingly successful in destroying submarines. It was a mi ß t*ke to suppose that success had not been attained in dealing with the latest pattern of submarines. The61 words
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Article24 1916-11-17 5 Amsterdam, November 16,. A Berlin official message says General von Hoeffner has been placed in supreme command of the air services.24 words
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Article18 1916-11-17 5 London, November 16. Nearly £300,000 wag realised at the first day of the Nigerian sale.18 words
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The Balkans.
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Article, Illustration360 1916-11-17 5 ALLIES PUSHING THE ENEMY. London, November 16. A French report from Salonika says After a brief lull, fierce fighting was resumed in the Cerna region. The Serbian offensive developed on November 13th and 14th, resulting in fresh successes. The Germans and Bulgars retired in the vicinity of Hill 1212,360 words
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Article50 1916-11-17 5 GENERAL ROQUES CONFERS WITH KING. Athens, November 11. General Roques, the French War Minister, had a two hours’ audience of King Constantine. It is stated that they discussed measures to prevent incidents like that at Ekaterini, the resignation of Venezelist officers, and railway facilities for the Allies and Venezelists.50 words
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Article28 1916-11-17 5 Cairo, November 16. The Grand Sherif of Mecca has issued a decree establishing an Arab Senate in the Hejaz, under the Presidency of Sheikh Mohamed Sheibi.28 words
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Article34 1916-11-17 5 Amsterdam November 16. The Saltan of Turkey, opening the Turkish Parliament, said Turkey and her allies were mutually assisting each other to obtain peace allowing for the development of their respective countries.34 words
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Article95 1916-11-17 5 PROGRESS IN DOBRUDJA* London, November 16. A Russian communique says: The Bumanians repulsed, with enormous loss, enemy attacks at Kimpolung, where the enemy are employing many heavy guns. We made further progress towards the south in the Dobrudja. A Rumanian communiquĕ says enemy attacks in Western Moldavia and95 words
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Article17 1916-11-17 5 Bukharest, November 16. Eight German aeroplanes bombed Bukharest. Four civilians were killed and twenty injured.17 words
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Italy's Campaign.
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Article66 1916-11-17 5 ENORMOUS ENEMY LOSSES. Rome, November 14. The Austrians are desperately attacking east of Gorizia, where the Italian machineguns have mown down whole regiments. Italian Success. London, November 16. The Italian re-occupied trenches they evacuated under the Austrian gun-fire, east of Gorizia. The Italians repulsed a counter-attack66 words
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Article36 1916-11-17 5 NINETY KILLED. Rome, November 16. There were ninety fatalities by the air raid on Padua. Pope’s Protest. Rome, November 16. The Pope has energetically protested to Austria against the aerial bombardment of Padua.36 words
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Article246 1916-11-17 5 The American Ambassador at Rome has received many letters from Americans residing in Italy urging him to use his influence to induce President Wilson to save Venice the wanton and barbarous Austrian efforts to destroy her irreplaceable monuments. These efforts have so far never had any246 words
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Naval Operations.
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Article103 1916-11-17 5 GERMANY AND THE OUTRAGE. London, November 16 A Berlin official report says a German submarine sank with a torpedo on Novem ber 6th a hostile transport of 12,000 tons, 80 sea miles west of Malta. The British Admiralty states that this announcement is an obvious attempt to103 words
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Article54 1916-11-17 5 Ymuiden, November 16 A German sumbarine, within sight of the Dutch coast and a flotilla of Dutch torpedo boats, fired several shots at Dutch trawlers, flying the Dutch flag. All the shots fell short. Four Steamers Sunk. The latest steamers sunk are the Polpedn (British),Barbara (Greek),Lokken54 words
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General News.
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Article137 1916-11-17 5 MUNITION NECESSITIES. London, November 16. The de-badging of skilled men at Sheffield led to a hitch in the case of a man named Hargreaves. The Press Bureau now announces that the Executive Council of the Amalgamated Society of Engineers has telegraphed the Branch Secretary as follows.137 words
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Article116 1916-11-17 5 ENEMY TRADE MARKS AND FIRMS. London, November 16. In the House of Commons, Mr. Bonar Law announced that the Governor of Hongkong had been instructed to place enemy trade marks under Government control till the end of the war. Owing to local conditions these trade marks could116 words
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Article53 1916-11-17 5 London, November 16. In the House of Commons, Mr. Chamberlain stated that he was satisfied there was no ground for dispensing with the services of Mr. Oertel, of the Public Works Department, Assam, who is naturalised, and has lived in India for 38 years. He had previously53 words
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Article278 1916-11-17 5 After the war, perhaps, the whole British attitude towards naturalisation may come up for reconsideration in the light of experiences, recent and remote. Meanwhile, says the Christian World,” we confess that we are rather impressed by the case made by an American resident in England and anxious278 words
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Article23 1916-11-17 5 London,(November 16. Prince George of Battenberg and Countess Nada Torby, daughter of the Grand Duke Michael of Russia were married to-day.23 words
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Article38 1916-11-17 5 London. November 16. Mr. Chamberlain has appointed MajorGeneral Sir Vaughan-Cox, Military Secretary to rhe Indi» Office, in succession to General Sir E. G. Barrow, whose tenure of appointment expires under the age limit in January.38 words
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Article18 1916-11-17 5 London, November 15. The late Lord Llangattock bequeathed £lOO,OOO to the Church of England and Wales.18 words
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Obituary39 1916-11-17 5 Obituary. London, November 16. The death has occurred of Count Tschirschzy, the German Ambassador in Vienna, whose diplomacy was chiefly responsible for the war. Brigadier-General Charles Kennedy* The death is announced of BrigadierGeneral Charles Henry Kennedy, 0.8., Royal Marines.39 words
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Article3290 1916-11-17 6 M. M.” MALAYA AND A WAR CONTRIBUTION. HIGH COMMISSIONER FAVOURS INCOME TAX. At the meeting of the Federal Council at Kuala Lumpur H E the High Commissioner and the Rulers were received with the customary ceremonial. The minutes having been passed, the Hon Mr Oliver Marks made the“ M. M.” - 3,290 words
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Article216 1916-11-17 6 MR. EU TONG SEN’S OFFER. [From Our Own Correspondent.] Kuala Lumpur, November 16. The business of the Federal Council included the passing of a number of amending enactments. In response to unofficial members’ protests, the Government withdrew amendments to the Excise Enactment, which would have made216 words
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Advertisement141 1916-11-17 6 Driving* Pain Have you a pain anywhere in your body 7 Is it a little pain or a big pain Does it torrnre a single nerve or does it grind and rack vour entire being? Isn’t it foolish then to be driven by pains or aches, big or little, when141 words
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Advertisement462 1916-11-17 6 Straits Settlements War Loan Bonds. Bearing: Interest from the date of purchase at 6 per cent, per annum, payable Half-yearly on the 15th May and the 15th November. REPAYABLE AT PAR ON THE 15th NOVEMBER, 1919. PRICE OF ISSUE—IOO PER CENT. All proceeds of this issue will be lent to462 words
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CORRESPONDENCE.
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Article320 1916-11-17 7 \To the Editor of the Pinaug Gazette." Sir. —lt is quite evident that the desire in some quarters is that the introduction of the Income Tax must not become a dead question but must still be on the programme,’* and this, in spite of the strong and persistent320 words
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Article72 1916-11-17 7 Messrs. Alien Dennys Co. advise that at their 233rd auction sale of rubber the under-mentioned prices were realised. Smokedribbedsheet $137 to $142 plain 131 No. 2 smoked sheet 133 136 Unsmoked sheet 124 131 No. 2 unsmoked sheet 117 120 Crepe fine pale thin and blanket 13772 words
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Article87 1916-11-17 7 Mr Khaw Joo Tok advises us that the outputs from the following two companies, for the first half of November, were Bangnon Valley (No Liability) 380 piculs lost three days for renewals. Katoo Deebook (No Liability) 130 piculs. Messrs. Sellar, Murray Co. notify us that the outputs from87 words
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Article332 1916-11-17 7 The outward mail is expected at 5 a.m. to-morrow. The homeward mail closes on Sunday at 10 a.m. Registration till 6 p.m. to-morrow. Letters posted at Dato Kramat and E O Hotel Sub-Post Offices and in the Pillar boxes before 9 am, on Sunday, will be in time.332 words
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Article1071 1916-11-17 7 PLANTING UP QUESTION. The fifth annual general meeting of the shareholders of Selangor Coconuts, Ltd., was held at the Company’s registered office, No 1 Embankment, Kuala Lumpur, on Oct. 21s*- Mr.J.H.M. Robson was in the chair. The Chairman, moving the adoption of the report and accounts, said:—For more1,071 words
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Article180 1916-11-17 7 Nine Houses Gutted. Nine shop houses and part of another were burned down in Klang this morning* The houses in question are in main Street opposite the Railway Station. It is stated the fire orginated in a Tamil eating-shop. The two houses occupied by the Federal Dispensrry,180 words
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327 1916-11-17 7 Rear Admiral Akiyama, of the Japanese Navy, who has been touring in Europe and the U. 8., returned to Tokio after arriving at Yokohama in the morning of the 31st October from the U.S. Rear Admiral Akiyama, stated that the financial capacity of327 words
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Article128 1916-11-17 7 Penang, November 17, 1916, S. P. Tapioca $9.50 sales. M. P. Tapioca $lO sales. Gold leaf $64.40 Pepper (W. Coast 3 lbs. 5 oz) sl6j buyers. Black Pepper $25 buyers. White Pepper $42 sellers. Trang Pepper no stock. Mace $llO nom. Mace Pickings $57 sales. Cloves $4O sellers. Nutmegs128 words
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Article43 1916-11-17 7 CLOSE AT GENERAL POST OFFICE. CLEARANCES. To-day. Pin Seng for Port Swettenham and Singapore. Pungah for Batu Bahra. Van Spilbergen for Deli. Hebe Bagan Datoh and Teluk Anson. Pankor tor Dindings Sitiawan and Bagan Datoh. Flying Dragon for Port Weld and Taiping.43 words
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Article90 1916-11-17 7 For Per Close. Saturday. Singapore China and Japan Nankin 1.30 p.m. Singapore, China and Japan Namsang 10-30 am. Langsa, T Semawe, Segli, Olehleh,/ n o Sabang, Padang etc., D von Twisfc 2 P* m Batavia J Calcutta Yatishng 2.30 p.m. Port Swettenham and Singapore Thongwa 2-30 p.m. Port Swettenham90 words
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Article134 1916-11-17 7 Penang, November 17, 1916. {By Courtesy of the Chartered Bank). London Demand Bank ...2/4 3/16 4 months* sight Bank ...2/4 5/8 3 Credit ...2/4 13/16 3 Documentary ...2/4 27/32 Calcutta Demand Bank Rs. 174 ii 3 days* sight Private 176 Bombay Demand Bank 174 Moulmein Demand Bank 173 j134 words
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Article56 1916-11-17 7 Nov. 18.—“ Our Day Concert at Taiping. Nov. 19.—P. V. Field Operations. Nov. 22.—Choral Sodality of St. Cecilia, Annual General Meeting 6 pm. Parochial House. Nov, 26.—Church Parade. A and Veteran Companies. Fall in Esplanade 5.15 p.m Fov. 27. —Penang Turf Club, Special, General Meeting, Chamber of Commerce.56 words
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Article26 1916-11-17 7 The following undelivered cable lies at the office of the Eastern Extension Telegraph Co.:— 10th November, Medan Henderson Runnymede. 14th November, Singapore Guantonghin,26 words
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Article1338 1916-11-17 7 New Year Meeting, 1917. {Under 5. R, A. Rules of Racing,) NOTICE.—No amendments to this programme will be considered unless due notice is given In writing to the Secretary at least seven clear days before the date of the Special General Meeting which is fixed for Monday,1,338 words
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Advertisement147 1916-11-17 7 UNION S. S. CO. OF NEW ZEALAND Ld., INCORPORATED IN NEW ZEALAND. Auckland. Wellington. Lyttleton and Dunedin ALSO CALLING AT Samarang and Fiji inducement offers). The Company’s Steamers maintain a regular four-monthly service between Singapore and New Zealand. Approximate Dates of Sailing from Singapore: For Sailings apply to Agents. For147 words
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Advertisement2753 1916-11-17 8 p o-dM~ APCAR K. P. M. hfc mail and ’passenger services. Japan Mail Steamship Co. Ld. koninklijke paketvaart i «.»<»„» MAIL. ANU rHJJL rgCORPORATED IN JAPAN B MAATSCHAPPIJ PENINSULAR AND ORIKNTAI. SAILINGS. INCORPORATE (MCORPOCATED HOLLAND.) MAIL SERVICES. 5k Jrx (Incowoiateb in England.) E raw ...ward (for c-.. ap M) (Boyal_2,753 words
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