Pinang Gazette and Straits Chronicle, 3 December 1920
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Pinang Gazette and Straits Chronicle
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Title Section19 1920-12-03 1 Pinang Gazette AND STRAITS CHRONICLE DAILY ESTABLISHED (?33. No. 279. VOL. LXXVIII. FRIDAY, 3rd DECEMBER, 1920. PRICE 15 CENTS19 words
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Advertisement397 1920-12-03 1 Obtainable everywhere wholesale from j I Ofll Sen» 1®°”« 4 Co p ®"*ng. nnnannnnaannnHa -.nnonaann non nnn nnnnnn g g THE n S MARCHANT CALCULATOR gggg i WHAT .r can Jiig blander AMCC i I aSOrsfOualrtyAte^l; g Addition, Subtraction. Multiplication, Division, also Calculate» Interest, n VWsr—J-’l F Freights Foreign Exchange,397 words
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Advertisement16 1920-12-03 1 *~~“f THE BEST CAH IH TtWh pmKi! eetu Sole Afleats AS. F.1.8* Ong Sam Leong Co,16 words
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Article3172 1920-12-03 2 —“Malay Mail.’’ THE ECONOMIC SITUATION. In the Federal Council, the Hon- Mr. H. P. Clodd said they all agreed wi th the very strongly expressed views of His Excellency on medical matters, and the need for full reorganisation and increase of the personnel of the Medical Depaitment. With—“Malay Mail.’’ - 3,172 words
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Article99 1920-12-03 2 Kuala Lumpur, December 2. esterday the Federal Council sat in < ‘ommittee on the Estimates. This morning the Council resumed business, and passed both the Supply and Customs Bills. The resolution approving the appointment of the Legal Adv iser and the Unofficial Members of Council as99 words
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Article169 1920-12-03 2 it is some small comfort to learn that the new laid egg is to cost no more than sixpence this w inter says a Horae paper. Warnings of an increase have been given in the shops -t.nd eightpence or ninepence would have been exacted for a new-laid egg169 words
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Article60 1920-12-03 2 The second supplement to the Kuala Lumpur Post Office Express issued on Wednesday afternoon contained the following important announcement: On and from to-day, Wednesday, December Ist, Money Orders on Ceylon will be expressed in Rupees and will be issued at the rate of $lO0 —Rs. 140. The60 words
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Article325 1920-12-03 2 —“Free Press.” HOUSING CONSTRUCTION. Quite apart from lack of supplies lhe extensive use of reinforced concrete is storing up a series of problems in building construction the solution of which cannot be worked out for a good many years. This type of work is, as building 'construction—“Free Press.” - 325 words
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Article138 1920-12-03 2 —“Malaya Tribune.” That the Council is to be materially extended, and other communities besides the Europeans and Chinese are to be given representation, is surely beyond doubt. The Chief problem remaining is that of the manner in which the Un-offi-cial members are to be chosen. This is where—“Malaya Tribune.” - 138 words
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Article198 1920-12-03 2 The Acting Chief Justice, his Honor Mr. Justice P. J. Sproule disposed of four cases in the Supreme Court, Singapore in quick time. All four cases arose out of the sale and purchase of guilders and rupees. Messrs, the Nederlandsche Indische Handels bank were plaintiffs198 words
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113 1920-12-03 2 —Ex. Most people will be wearied by the further Oxford manifestations of a desire to fall on the necks of German pundits. There is little sign so far that the Germans are really sorry for what they did, but they are sorry enough that they—Ex. - 113 words
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Advertisement91 1920-12-03 2 AN IMPORTANT SECRET OF HEALTH is to keep the bowels free and regular. Constipation is the root cause of sick headaches, bilious attacks, disordered liver, coated tongue, ill-smelling breath, bad temper and dull spirits. If any of these symptoms trouble you take a dose of Pinkettes, the tiny, gentle- 191 words
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Advertisement472 1920-12-03 2 POSITIONS VACANT T A r, G ewl Engineers mobile Engineer, English, to fin Aut "tmp training essential and j Hn iDcin «i h -ome knowledge of Mahv > n,e > p eferred. Apply in Wrifci stating* particulars of experience and 8R M qmred, to the Borneo Com paov r 7.472 words
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Article907 1920-12-03 3 —“M T.” ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING. The»mnal general meeting of the members of the Penang Turf Club was held in the Penang Chamber of Commerce yesterday afternoon. Mr W 8 Goldie presided over an attendance of twenty members. The Secretary (Mr H Oxenham) read the noHcs convening the—“M T.” - 907 words
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Article661 1920-12-03 3 —“S.F.P.” SPEED LIMITS AND OTHER MATTERS. The annual genera! meeting of the Singapore Automobile Club was held in the North Room of the S C C Pavilion, the hon’ble Mr D Y Perkins presiding. There was a very poor attendance. The Chairman said the time bad come—“S.F.P.” - 661 words
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Article72 1920-12-03 3 Henry Ford is making the Wild West hum. not «mly with tractors, ptoughs and such, but with motor run-abouts, wherein the ranchers range their prairie lands. Even the cowboy, in red shirt and buck -kins, has in many cases discarded the broncho for the Ford, and72 words
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Advertisement1064 1920-12-03 3 POIITIOWB VAC AMT.NOTICES. fu S S“ "pZ‘ government notification. 2148—31- Notice is hereby given that all outatand*1 Clerk-Dresser, ujQ -,b be competent, ing bills agtiust the Government should be tl>e U, M»MgeG S°eg«ri P reB, e<l fot P“J ment before the 15 h Bobber Estate, Lumat, Bindings. instant. All bills1,064 words
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Advertisement142 1920-12-03 3 AN ASSASSIN. Rheumatism is like an assassin. Before you know it you are in ita power, and the terrible pains and aches that follow are even worse than if the assassin’s knife was driven into your flesh. LITTLE’S ORIENTAL BALM is the one and the only true and sure cure142 words
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Advertisement261 1920-12-03 3 IX'MAS BAZAAR. I ATTENTION TO Shanghai flowered Polish Crepe also “Gold and Silver Brocade for Ladies Shoes. In all I Colours. $7 a pair. I AT H. T. DOULATRAM CO., I Our Motto is Small Profit and Quick Returns Real Camphore Wood Boxes in Stock. 230/2, PENANG ROAD. Xmas! X'mas!!261 words
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Miscellaneous154 1920-12-03 3 For Amusement. For education. For Recreation. For true enjoyment attend the IMPERIAL p'a c l \“c r e e EMPIRE THEATRE PENANG ROAD. Thursday, 2nd, Friday 3rd and Sunday sth December, 1920. In the Second House at 9-15 p.m. Middle East Films Ltd., Singapore presents 5 Reels A Sage Brush154 words
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Article24 1920-12-03 4 Ong—On 2nd instant, to Dr and Mrs Ong Huck Chye, a diughter, at No. 43, Malay Street. Singapore and Hongkong papers please copy.24 words
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Article58 1920-12-03 4 Gildea Jepson—At St Andrew's Cathedral, Singapore, on November 11, the Venerable Archdeacon F G Swindell officiating, John Rudolph, only surviving son of the late J R Gildea. of Weatherford Hall, Co Mayo, and of Mrs Gildea, St John’s Wood, London, and Mabel Rosalind, only daughter of R B Jepson,58 words
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Article1186 1920-12-03 4 On Wednesday we published a telegram from our Singapore correspondent on the subject of local defence, that must have astonished those of oar readers who a r e aware of the opposition to the principle of compulsion. He stated that it was believed the ex-Service men will recommend1,186 words
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Article1419 1920-12-03 4 Dr W Leonard Braddon, writing to the Malay Mail,” suggests Rubber Orga- that the moment has arrvinisat on. ed when rubber producers must form some sort of corporation or combine—a Producers’ Union—which shall enable them, instead of their present internecine competition, to sell their stuff at any1,419 words
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367 1920-12-03 4 Leagub Table. P. W. L. D F. G. P Monopolies 2 2 0 0 9 0 4 ET Co 2 2 0 0 3 1 4 Police 2 2 0 0 1 0 4 DC of Labour 3 1 1 1 5 4 3 Hottenbach’s367 words
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Advertisement197 1920-12-03 4 THE PORT OF MANCHESTER MARINE INSURANCE CO., (1919) LTD agents: I BEHR CO., I PENANG. V J If' Capstan Cigarettes. 'l r w I y Capstan’s Satisfy. Capstan’s Flavour is Unequalled, i. Capstan’s Sold the World Over, jji v Capstan’s Secret is that Capstan’s Made by I W. D. &H.197 words
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Advertisement21 1920-12-03 4 “E. O.” X’MAS EVE DINNER AND DANCE, FRIDAY, 24th DECEMBER. NEW YEAR EVE DINNER AND DANCE, (Fancy Dress Optional) FRIDAY,'3Ist DECEMBER.21 words
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Miscellaneous35 1920-12-03 4 THE TIDES. The following are the tides for to-day and to-morrcw, Penang Standard Time High Water. Low Water To-day. 7.27 p in. 12 m'ufe. To-morrow. 7 15 a.tn. 1.18 am. 8 44 p.m. 1.41 p.tn.35 words
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Article674 1920-12-03 5 THE LOSS Al' LIVERPOOL [Reuter’s Telegrams.} London, November 29. I i, ccmpetently estimated that the tv tbe Liveipool fires amounts to £750.000. The fire brigades fought the flames aas uificeotly, and in mcst instances saved buildings, with a greater part of their contents. This morning thousands[Reuter’s Telegrams.} - 674 words
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Article107 1920-12-03 5 The raid on tbe Munster and Leinster Bank was not a mere speculative raid. Tbe police knew exactly what to look for and what to expect. Large quantities of Sinn Fein correspondence and documents have fallen from time to time into the hands of the authorities107 words
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Article113 1920-12-03 5 FURTHER QUESTIONS IN THE COMMONS. London, November 29 In tbe Hou?e of Commons, Mr Botbomley asked:—Have steps yet been taken bo secure the registration and inspection of purchased girls and children in Hongkong, and does the Government propose to abolish altogether the traffic in human life at present carried113 words
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Article122 1920-12-03 5 THE LEAGUE COMMISSION. Geneva, November 27. The Council of the League decided that tbe permanent commis-ion whose duties under tbe Covenant are to receive and ex imine the annual reports of the mandatories, and be an advisory body, consist of nine members, of whom five will be from ucn-mandatory122 words
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Article132 1920-12-03 5 SENATOR LODGE’S VIEWS. Philadelphia, November 29, Addressing the Union League Club, the Republican leader in the Senate, Mr dwelling on tbe international problems confronting the new Government, said there was one arrangement be would very much like to make with Canada and Australia, namely, as regards Asiatic immigration.132 words
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Article41 1920-12-03 5 BRITISH MISSION AT LHASA. Delhi, November 26. Tbe Political Officer, Mr Bell, has arrived at Lhasa. Tbe Dalai Lama arranged for the transport in comfort < f tbe party, who are lodged close to the Dalai Lama’s country palace.41 words
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Article22 1920-12-03 5 New York, November 26. M Joseph Femagalli. one of tbe best known racehorse owners, has been warned off for doping.22 words
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Article28 1920-12-03 5 Los Angeles, November 28. Eddie O'Donnell, who was injured in the motor race collision with the car of the late Gaston Chevelrot, has died.28 words
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Article28 1920-12-03 5 INDIA TO ENTER. London, December 29. The Committee of the Ail-ludia Lawn Tennis Association decided to enter a team for the Davis Cup in 1921.28 words
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Article394 1920-12-03 5 INTERESTING OPINIONS. [Reuter’s Telegrams.] London, November 29. An interesting judicial controversy a? regards tbe desirability of right of appeal from tbe Dominions to the Judicial Committee of tbe Priv) Council was raised in a recent statement by Lord Cave, who, on returning from Canada, stated that Canada[Reuter’s Telegrams.] - 394 words
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Article114 1920-12-03 5 FRENCH OPINION. Paris, November 30—The Deputy, M Raynaud, President of the Committee on France and Islam, wired to the French Premier, who is now in London, acquainting him with a motion just carried unanimously by the Committee, insisting upon the revision of e Sevres Treaty and the114 words
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Article35 1920-12-03 5 THE KREMLIN GUARD. Helsingfors, November 2 9. A telegram slates that according to Investia,” 4,000 Chinese, formerly engaged in Manchuria, have arrived in Moscow, for a picked regiment to guard the Kremlin.35 words
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Article187 1920-12-03 5 The first ®f the annual national Balls took place at the Town Hall, Kuala Lumpur, on Tuesday’, when the members of the Selangor St. Andrew's Society entertained their friends to the number of about six hundred. The Hall was beautifully decorated with flags, coats of arms187 words
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Article86 1920-12-03 5 There is reason for believing that a new electrical invention will soon enable the mines to dispense with their ponies. The new method ot transporting coal in the pits is being tried in one mine in Scotland which is giving iron ore. Experts estimate that twelve86 words
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Article787 1920-12-03 5 Tbe Rev A D Harces, M A, arrived here this morning from Kuala Lumpur. We understand that Mr and Mrs A B Milne are leaving for Home shortly on a brief holiday.— M.M." Tbe Hon Mr J W Campbell and Mrs Campbell are expected to return to787 words
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Article274 1920-12-03 5 [To The Editor of the “Pinang Gazette.”] Hr,— ln view of the great inteiest taken by cur fellow Babis in the much delayer franchise to be granted us soon by tbe Government, I hope it will not be cut of place to sound a note274 words
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Article179 1920-12-03 5 [To the Editor of the “Pinang Gazette.”] Sir—Regarding tomorrow’s meeting called to discuss the action of those responsible for organising a Straps Chinese British Association for Penang, I trust that it will be possible to postpone or even cancel it. I suppose the meeting will179 words
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Article415 1920-12-03 5 [To The Editor of the “Pinang Gazette.”, Sir.— Tbe question raised by British Born was whether the Tamils as such hai any claim to rep'esentation on the Council. Mr Tambyah’s correspondence, in reply to i% is mere froth and does not answer ths question at all. But I415 words
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271 1920-12-03 5 Amounti previously acknowledged Roi v n i 121-11 Ba lik Pulau Section collected by Messrs. Chee Tek Yew and Teoh Chin La T? $342 Per list col leched by Huah Bin Chinese ochool, Pangkor $220 50 List Ba t n Kawan Section collected271 words
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Article128 1920-12-03 5 The following ties are fixed for Monday Mixed Doubles Handicap.—ls Mrs. Liston and G. B. Crisp v. +5 Mrs. Hogan and Oxenham (4); *ts Mrs. B. W. Allen and Dr. P. Liston v. f 3 Mrs. J.G. Brown and W. H. Threlfall (3); tl Miss128 words
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104 1920-12-03 5 Mr. Andrew Carnegie’s estate has been finally certified as worth about four and a half millions sterling. When Mr. Carnegie retired from his great steel interests and began founding public libraries in different countries, he was reputed to ba worth over twenty-five millions. Thus it would104 words
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Article117 1920-12-03 5 Dec 3—Football, Boustead and Co v Kennedy and Co, Esplanade. Dec 3—St Andrew’s Society Ball. Dec 4—Football, McAuliffe, Davis and Hope v Hongkong Bank, Esplanade. Dec 4—Football, Darul Makmor v Central Union, Victoria Green, 5-15 p.m, Dec 6—Football, Bankers and Brokers Merchants, Esplanade. Dec 8—” D Company, M117 words
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Article34 1920-12-03 5 sth Dec. 2nd Sunday in Advent. 7.45 a.m. Litany. 8 a.m. Holy Communion. 9.15 a.m. Matins Holy Communion and Sermon (Tamil). 5.15 p.m. Children’s Service. 6.30 p.m. Evensong and Sermon.34 words
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Article431 1920-12-03 6 reorganisation scheme. A scheme for reorganization of the Public Works Department, F.M.S., is under consideration by Government, the object of which is to enable Engineers, detailed for certain duties, to devote themselves entirely to the works they may be placed on and also 1o render431 words
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Article397 1920-12-03 6 NEW CONSTRUCTION. The expenditure on Railway construction dming 1919 was $7,656,402.38, and from January to 30th June of this year $3,141,433.24. East Coast Railway, Kelantan Section The construction work beyond Tanah Merah (i e., 32.24 miles from Tumpat) wßieh was slowed down in June, 1914,397 words
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Advertisement312 1920-12-03 6 rTHE I GOODRICH A tyre Hum b H ill Best P rovcs its j Superiority on bad V i MWMTOi I road surfaces. 1 BOHr I v i i i < The Safety Tread li !ntv nil IK w I ttyoy I n grips the road and v ensures freedom312 words
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Advertisement201 1920-12-03 6 I TANGYE’S I PUMPS. I All Sizes in Stock. High and Low Lift. I JifTOßraSSsi I I I zz z j I I v( 4 B X- V y/ J I I B For Full Particulars Apply to: I Hottenbach, Lazarus Sons, Ltd B (incorporated in Straits Settlements) ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT,201 words
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Article869 1920-12-03 7 PISONS FOR INCREASING CAPITAL. The e«bth annual general meeting of the u ,1-riof Wearne Bros, Ltd, was held registered office» of the oomp my, 912 Orchard R >ad, on Wednesday, h r Wearne presiding. T„ e Chairman said during the past year di ectors decided to close869 words
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Article40 1920-12-03 7 J? bhe following proof at the Esplanade b p.m, to-day &rcj With Sword and 2 Lance Starke lw. e l‘ /'.Home 2 The Girl in the 1 Pot t Lebar Trot Como hers Jaoobe -tep Hobomoko Reeves40 words
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Article880 1920-12-03 7 HUMANISING WARFARE! It is well that the League of Nations should do its utmost to restrict armaments of every kind and abolish altogether the use of such weapons as gas. We should be glad, remarks the Daily News,’’ to be assured that tthe British representatives in particular880 words
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Article43 1920-12-03 7 (From Our Own Correspondent). Singapore, Dec. 2. At flhe rubber auctions, there was a fair attendance of buyers- Prices were a cent down. The quantity sold was 456 tons. Sheet 37 to 38 cents and crepe 39 to 39j cents.43 words
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Article97 1920-12-03 7 Messrs. Barlow Co., Singapore, reported on the Ist insu At the Usual weekly auctions which commenced this morning there was a fair attendance of buyers, but prices again show a decline. Standard Sheet sold up to ?8 cents, a decline of 1 cent on the week, but97 words
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Article140 1920-12-03 7 The following are the latest quotations in Messrs. Kennedy Oo.’s share list Yesterday. To-day. SHARES. J S'© 3 "5 X Z 2 X 32 Rubber (Dollar c. c. c. c. Allenby R. 60c 65c 55c 60c Ayer Panas 10.50 9.00 950 Balgownie 7.C0 6.50 R. 25c 30c140 words
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Article48 1920-12-03 7 The following are additional rubber outputs for November Bagan Serai lbs. 23,500 Batak Rabit 30,500 F.M.B. Rubber 9,300 K. L. 113,750 Penang 150,000 Rubana 66,000 Straits 205,000 Sab rang 62,000 Sedgeley (F.M.S) 18,000 S. S. (Bertam) 102,000 Sungei Tukang 6,824 Tali Ayer 72,000 Tanjong Malim 103,90048 words
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Article61 1920-12-03 7 Messrs The Borneo Company, Ltd., advise us that the undermentioned prices were realised for rubber sold by them at private and auction sales held this week Cts Per Lbe Smoked diamond sheet No. 1 25 to 30$ diamond No. 2 15$ 24$ Crepe fine brown 13 2161 words
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Article19 1920-12-03 7 To day’s quotation for raw tin in Penang was $95, tin ore $94 per picul, business done.19 words
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Article53 1920-12-03 7 Ratrut Basin Tin Dredging Co., N. L. November, output 355 piculs, 535 hours worked, 57,(MX) cubic yards treated, estimated gross value $30,000, estimated cost $17,0(0. Time lost through great quantity of overburden. Malayan Tin Dredging, Ltd., November, output 1,325 piculs, yardage 325,900 cubic yards Rahman Hydraulic Tin, Ltd,53 words
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Article172 1920-12-03 7 Penang, Decbmbeb 3, 1920 SP. Tapioca $6.25 sales M. P. Tapioca $B.OO sellers Cold leaf $72 sellers. Pepper (W. Coast 3 lbs. b oz) sellers. Black Pepper $35 sellers. White Pepper nominal Trang Pepper nominal Maoe Pickings $5O sellers Cloves $llO nominal Nutmegs average of $47.50 sellers. {No. 1172 words
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Article329 1920-12-03 7 TO-DAY’S DEPARTURES. Ban Wbatt Soon for Port Swettenham and Singapore. Pangkor for Dindings and Sitiawan. Sappho for Teluk Anson. Laomedon for Port Swettenham, Singapore and Japan. Expkctbd Arrivals, Nellore, Singapore, 4th. Elepbanta, Singapore, 4th. Japan, Singapore, stb. Thongwa, Madras, 9tb, Katana, Singapore, Bth. Tara, Singapore, 11th. Plassy, London,329 words
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Article97 1920-12-03 7 DAILY (except Sunday). BY TRAIN. Parit Buntar, Bagan Serai, Tai ping, Ipoh, Batu Gajah, Tapah Road, By train Teluk Anson, Kuala Kubu, >7.15 a.m Kuala Lumpur, Seremban, 6 p.m Malacca, Johore, Singapore and Hongkong 4 Pent Buntar and Bagan Serai By train also 10.15 a.m. 3.45 p.m.97 words
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Article36 1920-12-03 7 Despatched from Penang Delivered io London. 20th October By B I 15th November 30th By B I 27ch THE MAILS. The homeward mail by the Nellore closes at 4 p m. to-morrow.36 words
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Article139 1920-12-03 7 December J t 1920-. (Bi Courtxsy of th a Chartered Bank). London Demand Bank 2/3 23/32 4 months* sight Bank 2/4 7/32 3 Credit 2/4 19/32 3 Documentary 2/4 11/16 Calcutta Demand Bank Rs, 150 3 days* sight Private 160 Bombay Demand Bank „150 o Madras Demand Bank 150139 words
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Advertisement161 1920-12-03 7 Pritchard C©., Ltd., (Incorporated in tfe Straits Settlements! PE.NANG a IPOH. Christinas and New Year Choice of Silver and Silver Plated Goods. I HANDSOME SILVER CENTRE PIECES. $89.00 and $179.00. ■jjfea SILVER VASES, /y IB s 22 5 ,3l 528.00 each. SILVER PLATED AjL CENTRE PIECES. $36.00 and $95-00, J161 words
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Advertisement1351 1920-12-03 8 Pen BRITISH INDIA] PACIFIC "“LEASES* Company W* —l5 W. 9 B- REGULAR MONTHLY TRANS-PACIE SERVICE. Hongkong, Shanghai, Kobe, Yokohama, Honolulu and San nciaco. AND 8 8 COLOMBIA From Hongkong ftboat 29th Dec 1920 APCAR LINE. Oompanlea Incorpo given to the cuisine, and the attendance on passengers cannot be surpasse MAIL1,351 words
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Advertisement149 1920-12-03 8 CLYNO MOTOR CYCLES I 1 IM MEDIATE DELIVERY I I I s 1 I I i I J 2h H. P. TWO SPEED GEAR, g THE ARISTOCRAT OF THE LIGHTWEIGHTS, f Oall and see the model which I g is a perfect example of British i Workmanship and efficiency of149 words
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