Pinang Gazette and Straits Chronicle, 15 December 1927
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Pinang Gazette and Straits Chronicle
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Title Section20 1927-12-15 1 Pinang Gazette AND STRAITS CHRONICLE ESTABLISHED 1833. PUBLISHED DAILY No. 286. VOL. LXXXV. THURSDAY, 15th DECEMBER, 1927. PRICE 10 OENTS.20 words
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Advertisement388 1927-12-15 1 attractive Christmas New Year Greeting Cards with Local Views. Aow obtainable from NIKKO STUDIO No. 7, North am Road. I W ‘COCKTAILS’ I I CONTINENTAL’S I I 1 ‘A TRUE SAYING’ t J Manufacture EVERY TYPE I _J A I Of Tyre, but ONLY ONE J J I kind the388 words
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Advertisement13 1927-12-15 1 TOKISATSU, I photographic ART STUDIO j ’Phone 772. I 68, BISHOP STREET. I13 words
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Article425 1927-12-15 2 MECHANICAL DEVICE FOR PLACING HORSES. Used In Belgium. Opinions have been voiced in connection with the placings in recent flat races, and these have raised the question of the necessity of mechanical—as against human —judgment in “placing” the horses at the end of a race. This is a425 words
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Advertisement1363 1927-12-15 2 POSITIONS VACANT. TO LET. NOHCES. Wanted efficient lady shorthand typist. No. 10, Logan Road. V. N. RAJOO, Licensed Surveyor, Apply Box No. 524, c/o Pinarg Gazette. Aonlv to T Gawthorne. J 1 CrOBB Bnk,t (Retired Apply to 1. uawmorne. Government Surveyor 25 years expen1217— uc 2580-20-12 euce). Undertakes to do1,363 words
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Advertisement185 1927-12-15 2 Tickling Throat. experience caused by a bit of mucus or phlegm that stubbornly refuses to be dislodged, but tickles and tickles until it sometimes almost strangles Just a few sips of Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy, swallowed very slowly and allowed to glide down the throat, will stop that tickle and at185 words
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Advertisement297 1927-12-15 2 FOR the LADIES I ’something: FOR 1 NOTHING. I $1.50 I GIVEN AWAY TO- EACH CUSTOMER AT “THE GEORGETOWN.” From the 15th to 24th December we will present to each j CASH CUSTOMER buying goods to the value of $5 00 a gilt box of Houbigant’s En Visite Compresse I297 words
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Article1274 1927-12-15 3 PROGRESS OF X RAY SCIENCE. Sir John Simon as Psychologist. An imporiant feature of the celebration of the fusing of the Radium Society and the Institute of Radiology is the holding of an exhibition of radiographic appartue. X ray stands always form a brilliant t-pectacle with the1,274 words
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Advertisement260 1927-12-15 3 1 w—TU3W The Different Beverage— Instant Pc stum *1 f —-—4= -V —/psoUNTiEss people illill 11li k-iiaUw.*• have ended the nionotony of the same old cup oftea or coffee I H iSnXlil Hil ILU 111 IdMl lllfi I [Mi i «njealnmc they gZ. fl I TIsSIh are drinking Instant YyPj-jFostum.260 words
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Advertisement239 1927-12-15 3 Jlfß' i'l irrSjy Ufa i!ni» iii =ss l| i m Gives Your Skin An Ven'Yusa Cream provides an exhilarating tonic for the jaded skin. It virtually gives the tissues a purifying Oxygpr» bath, and brings velvety soft' ness to the skin and greater charm and loveliness to the complexion Regular239 words
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Advertisement139 1927-12-15 3 MMMWMMMMF—r 111 IlllJh tS df IWIH—I mWWlil— ■—Lil 111 WCMMWa ri PRITCHARD’S FOR XMAS GIFTS. In both our Union and Beach St. premises we have a wonderful selection of Novelties from which to make choice. Gifts for La. dies Silver and Enamel Trinkets, Handbags, Jewellery, Watches, Etc., Embossed Leather Goods,139 words
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Feminine Reflections
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Article774 1927-12-15 4 Monday, November 21st.— f A letter by the post from Mistress Bassett, telling me how she hath still a goodly store of apples, but the same not keeping well, so would she have me advise her how to make u-se of those at once. Do send her774 words
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Article472 1927-12-15 4 JOAN ROSSITER - BY JOAN ROSSITER. A pretty, simple vogue which is not yet by any means “ov.erdone,” is the wearing of attractive sweaters, or well-cut woolen jumpers, which are seen in all the West End shops just now. Sometimes they are part of the new jum-per-suits, but the smartest472 words
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Article382 1927-12-15 4 MARJORIE CROOME - BY MARJORIE CROOME With the approach of winter weather, it is essential to see that the piano is well protected from the damp, otherwise the instrument is liable to be ruined. In the first place, it is advisable to keep the piano in a warm, dry382 words
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Article, Illustration107 1927-12-15 4 Fur trimming on coats is very popular this season —and so are wide brimmed hats for- certain, formal occasions. But, when the two are worn together, thfi fur trimming at the neck has to be dispensed with, and is found at the hem and cuffs only. Brown marocaine107 words
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Article608 1927-12-15 4 MRS. ABBIE HARGRAVE - BY MRS. ABBIE HARGRAVE. It is not given to all of us to be the consistently wise mother, much less to achieve perfe-ction in that most human of all relationships. Yet, when the time comes that we are asked to extend the soft wings of motherhood over608 words
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Article700 1927-12-15 4 HELEN GREIG SOUTER - BY HELEN GREIG SOUTER. It is interesting to remember, now that community singing has become so popular all over the country, that the singing of Christmas Carols dating far back in the history of our nation, was th*? first example of communal music. The simple ballads700 words
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Article378 1927-12-15 4 MOLLIE LITTLE - BY MOLLIE LITTLE «ere are a number <)f handicrafts available to women most of them qi.ito nc people, though a great :l i“ nl Jof g eat many o f tl) mercy modernised revival, of ed. or even ancient, prove, 3M 1 M>eold silhouette piet ure dently378 words
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Article251 1927-12-15 4 MR. CHURCHILL IX AN I UNFAMILIAR ROLE. History was made at the Law Court» when the annual November 12 cerennny of “Pricking the Sheriffs’’ was presided over by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, for the first time within living memory on a Saturday. Previously, when November 12251 words
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Advertisement48 1927-12-15 4 Helps Those Hard c ughS The danger of influenza 19 to develop into pleurisy an P Stop your cold before it rea .j, danger point and for the coug ful, wheezy breathing, ta e lain’ 3 Cough Remedy. It is s^ oles3 l» where. The Borneo Co., agents.48 words
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Article530 1927-12-15 5 University Site Controversy. AN EIGHT DAYS’ DEBATE. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Colombo, December!. After an eight days’ debate the Legislative Council rejected the Colombo site for the University of Ceylon by a majority of fourteen votes It will be recalled 'hat the debate began with a motion530 words
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Article444 1927-12-15 5 Mr. V. G. Savi, Commissioner of Police, Perak, has gone to Upper Perak on inspection duty. Mr. T. Burke, O.C.P.D, Sungei Besi, is acting as Police Court Chief Inspector, Kuala Lumpur. 11 1 Lieut. W. A. Gu’sell, of “E”Company, M.S.V.R., has assumed command of XVIII Platoon, M.S.V444 words
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Article53 1927-12-15 5 ,—Reuter. SWINDON DE3FEAT THE PALACE. London, December 14. In the Northern Section of the Third Division Lincoln City defeated Durham City by two goals to ore. Swindon Town, after drawing at Swindon on Saturday, defeated Crystal Palace by two goals to on» in an F.,—Reuter. - 53 words
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Article57 1927-12-15 5 SINGAPORE TEAM TO MEET SELANGOR. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Singapore, Dicember 15. The following will represent Singapore against Seterror in a trophy match at Singapore on Satr rJay :—S. E. King; Ablitt, Robertson, Barnes and Goldman Kendall and Collier; Sturgestq Laffan, Clements, Leonard, C.T. Smith, Windle, Dearden57 words
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Advertisement671 1927-12-15 5 bought you didn't like x- Cod IJVer Oil* zzwf yl/ Z 1 <z w/ The form of Cod Liver Oil that is never refused In Cod Liver Oil you have an aid to gaining and preserving health the importance of which cannot be over-estimated. Again and again it has been671 words
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Advertisement282 1927-12-15 5 Do You Dread the Night? Coughs and colds always seem to grow worse at nighbfall and crofip comes without warning at midnight. Avoid ar. uneasy, feverish, sleepless night by keeping in the home a bottle of Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy. It is soothing, healing and contains no narcotics. For sale everywhere.282 words
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Advertisement67 1927-12-15 5 -Il 11/ I as Frequent shampoos are necessary to prevent dandruff and consequent loss of hair. Before shampooing anoint with Cuticura Ointment, then cleanse with a suds of Cuticura Soap and hot water. Rinse- thoroughly. Nothing better for keeping the scalp and hair clean and healthy. 9** Sample each Soap.67 words
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Advertisement285 1927-12-15 5 OFTEN WHIPPED I For fruit, salads, sweets, *> soup and all manner of dishes. Indispensable to everyone concerned with the cooking of food. NESTLE’S I I I sHrpfSl I THIC* 3 I eow.»" Jj R J-**^- I**" 1 ft I CREAM I Get Nestle’s Pure Thick I Cream to-day and285 words
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Article675 1927-12-15 6 .—Reuter. Whites Regain Control. STEAM! RS PERMITTED TO ENTER PORT. STRIKE AT KONGMOON. The anti-" Reds have regained control of Canton and the situation is said to he much easier. In spite of the jact that the Norwegian steamer Gran was under heavy fire from junks.—Reuter. - 675 words
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Article37 1927-12-15 6 —Reuter. Canton. December 15. The Canton Government has rounded up thirteen Russians responsible for the recent troubles and has shot three. The remainder are being paraded through the city prior to their execution.—Reuter. - 37 words
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Article159 1927-12-15 6 To Cost Over $700,000,000. TWENTY-FIVE LIGHT CRUISERS. Washington, December 14, Mr. Wilbur has transmitted to Congress a naval buildirg programme to cost over $700,000,000 which includes 25 light cruisers, 32 submarines, 9 destroyerleaders and 5 air-craft carriers. President Coolidge, in the event of an International Conference for159 words
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Article120 1927-12-15 6 —Rugby Radio Service. A PARTY RESOLUTION. London, December 14. The Labour Party yesterday considered the Rt. Hon. Philip Snowden’s recent pronouncement on the proposals* for a surtax on incomes of over £5OO cfcrived from investments and prosperity. The ex Chancellor declared that the proceeds, which some advocates.—Rugby Radio Service. - 120 words
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Article63 1927-12-15 6 ,—Reuter. INCREASED SALARIES FOR OFFICIALS AND PENSIONERS. Berlin, December 15. The Rerchstfg, by 333 votes to 53, adopted ibe Bill increasii g the salaries of State c fficials, pensioners and war veterans. The Budget is thus augmented by abdut 325/ 00,000 marks annually. The increases are not,—Reuter. - 63 words
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Article36 1927-12-15 6 .—Rugby Radio Service. MEASURE PASSES HOUSE OF LORDS. London, December 14. The revised Prayer Book measure has been passed by the House of Lords by 2 41 voles to 88.— Rugby Radio Service..—Rugby Radio Service. - 36 words
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Article39 1927-12-15 6 —Reuter. POSTPONED TEMPORARILY. London, December 14. The Rubber Industry Bill will not proceed any further this Session, owing to a section of rubber manufacturers objecting to certain details ther?in. The Bill may be introduced next year.—Reuter. - 39 words
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Article215 1927-12-15 6 —Rugby Radio Service. London Conference. FAILURE OF COMMERCIAL TREATY POLICY. London, December 14. European trade barriers and the recommendations of the International Economic Conference are being discussed at a Conference in London. At the opening meeting, Sir Philip Cunliffe-Lister, President of the Board of Trade, said the—Rugby Radio Service. - 215 words
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181 1927-12-15 6 —Rugby Radio Service. OFFICIAL STATEMENT ISSUED. London, December 14. The following official statement is issued. “On March 31, 1927 it was announced that a Convention had been concluded between the Brit’sh Government and the Mexican Government for the adjusimert of certain classes of claims—Rugby Radio Service. - 181 words
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Article145 1927-12-15 6 Rueter. ENORMOUS PAYMENTS. London, December 14. A payment of $92,575,000 is being made to morrow by the British Government to the United States Treasury. Of this sum, an amount of is on account of repayment of principal, the balance being interest. With this payment, the total. Rueter. - 145 words
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Article54 1927-12-15 6 Rugby Radio Service. London, December 14. The Hon. Victor and Mrs. Bruce, it is announced from Montlhery, have beaten the 15,000 kilometres motor record covering the distance in 123 hours 15 minutes 7 seconds 72/100. The previous record was 144 hours 49 seconds. They are continuing. Rugby Radio Service. - 54 words
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Article111 1927-12-15 6 —Reuter. Increased Earnings but no Dividend. LORD INCHCAPE’S ADDRESS. London, December 14. Presiding at the annual meeting of PrninFular and Oriental Steam Navigation Co., Ltd., Lord Inchcape said that although the passage earnings had advanced by £250,000 very few voyages left a credit balance. There—Reuter. - 111 words
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102 1927-12-15 6 .—Reuter. ACTION BY THE GOVERNMENT. Bukharest, December 14. In connection with the recent students’ demonstrations the Ministerial Council has issued a statement that it has decided to replace the Pn f> cts of the provinces of Bihor, Grades mare and Cluj and is inquiring into the position.—Reuter. - 102 words
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79 1927-12-15 6 COLONEL HENRY LEWIS STIMSON APPOINTED. Washington, December 14. Colonel Henry Lewis Stimson, exSecretary of War, has been appointed G rvemor G*-n<ra) of the Phillipine Islands.— Reuter. [Colonel Stimson was Secretary of War in the Cabinet of President Taft from 1911 to 1913 and has had a79 words
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Article84 1927-12-15 6 —Rugby Radio Service. TRIBUTE TO THE REV. FORBES TOCHER. London, December 14. In a communique staling that Captain Lalor, who was released yesterday from Chinese pirates, is proceeding to Hankow in the British gunboat Bee, the Admiralty takes the occasion to pay 8 tribute to the Rev.'.—Rugby Radio Service. - 84 words
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Article117 1927-12-15 6 .—Reuter, Rangoon, December 14. In a collision between a motor-launch belonging to the Chinese Mills and a steam-launch, ten Chinese were drowned. —Reuter. London, December 14. Tne Air-craft carrier Hermes has completed her refit and has been re-commis sioned at Chatham by Captain G. Hop wood for.—Reuter, - 117 words
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Article82 1927-12-15 6 L Reuter. REPORT EXAGGERATED. New York, December 14. The Chairman of the Dupont Nemours Company characterises the report that the Dupont interests had secured control of the United States Rubber Company as an exaggeration. He explains that a few individuals, of whom be is one, ac quiredL—Reuter. - 82 words
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278 1927-12-15 6 IMPRESSIVE CEREMONY. CONSUMMATION OF AN EARLY ADVENTURE. (From Our Own Correspondent Singapore, December 15. There was a large gathering at St Andrew’s Cathedral last evening for the enthronement of the new Bishop of Singapore, the Rt. Rev. Basil Coleby Roberts, including H. E. the278 words
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Article370 1927-12-15 6 ENTERTAINED BY CHINESE TOWKAY. A large company of Ipoh residents were entertained to a dinner on Saturday night at the new residence of Mr. Leong Sin Nam. J. P., M. S.C., President of the Perak Chinese Chamber of Commerce, given in honour of the Rt. Hon’ble370 words
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Article113 1927-12-15 6 The Straits Trading Co., Ltd.-, giws the following prices, 01 December 14: London. Spot £266.5 0 Down 12/6 3 mos. buying 263.5.0 2/6 3 selling 263.10.0 Unchanged LOO A L. December 15: Singapore sold 200 tons at $132/ Penang buyers no sellers at $132/-. Messrs. Boustead and Go„Lta:113 words
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784 1927-12-15 6 Supreme Court Case. ’Mr,®» A complicated C 3 Se Bripi the will of Khoo Sin Roe S c.me before Mr. Jn ß ti PO q in the Surr-me Court to-day pr nld The pl int ff w as Chnah Mev.iiow of the deceased and thedaf//784 words
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Article1417 1927-12-15 7 Scotland and The Rest: Pipers and Saxophone!: Dukes XV To Visit Penang: Soccer League 1928: BY “ATHLETE.” (Special Sporting Correspondent o f the Pinang Gazetie.) A novel method of watering the famous Belmont Racecourse has just been adopted t he Westchester Racing Association, 3L York. A1,417 words
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Article195 1927-12-15 7 Theatre Performances Abandoned. SCRUMS IN PICCADILLY. Singapore, December 15. (From Our Own Correspondent.) The Special London Sports Corresponden of the Singapore Free Press wires as follows: A serious rag took place in London after the ’Varsity rugby match when performances at the Palace and the Hippodrome had195 words
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Article158 1927-12-15 7 —Reuter. DRAW FOR FIRST ROUND. London, December 14. The draw for the first round of the Scottish F.A. Cup to be played on January 21, resulted as follows Dumbarton v. Hamilton. Beith v. Airdrieonians. Raith Rovers v. Aberdeen. Alloa v. Fraserburgh. Vale of Leven v. Leith Amateurs..—Reuter. - 158 words
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Article144 1927-12-15 7 —Reuter. LIGHT BLUES HEAVILY DEFEATED At SOCCER. London, December 14. In a dow.ipour of rain, which made treacherous, Oxford University defeated Cambridge University by six goals to two. The match was played at Stamford Bridge. The Oxonians maintained their foothold on the slippery ground much better than the—Reuter. - 144 words
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Article72 1927-12-15 7 .—Reuter. WYATT’S CENTURY. Johannesburg, December 14. The two dav match between the M.C.C. and a Transvaal and Natal Schools* XV ended in a draw greatly in favour of the former. The M.C.C. made 312 in their first innings, to which R. E. S. Wyatt contributed.—Reuter. - 72 words
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Advertisement199 1927-12-15 7 —WITW VSE THE ALLEGRO STROPPER and make shaving a pleasure. It is, without doubt, the most reliable Stropping machine that keeps a blade new. Suitable for the < for the GILLETTE AUTORAZOR STROP Easy to Operate A Pleasure to use SEVEN DAYS’ TRIAL npHE “ALLEGRO” is a perfect littlj stropping199 words
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Article502 1927-12-15 8 The most thit can be expected of the resolutions passed by the Singapore sharebrokers is that, when they are carried into effect, they may clear the atmosphere of the market for a while but, in a very short time, matters will get back into the old groove.502 words
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Article456 1927-12-15 8 We are at one with the officials of th** Traffic Department in their demand for a device which will subdue to an extent commensurate with safety the glare from motor car headlights within Municipal limits. The main reals of Penang and the majority of the secondary roads are456 words
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Article37 1927-12-15 8 MALAY SENTENCED. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Singapore, December 15. A Malay named Mohamed bin Teh was sentenced to nine months’ imprisonment on a charge of obtaining $5O from Mr. Fairburn by false pretences.37 words
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Article1492 1927-12-15 8 Cfk/f R. V. G. Ezechiel, the Ipoh police magistrate, has set an example which Penang magistrates might follow to the advantage of the community. He convicted one. Liew Sing, of stealing four fowls. Four former convictions, three of theft and one of criminal breach of trust, were1,492 words
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Article76 1927-12-15 8 (Rugby Radio Service.) London, December IL Faria. 124; New York' «■'‘B» Brussels, 34.90; Geneva, terdam, 12.07| Milan. 90.00 Bf‘ 20.44; Stockholm, 18 08 CopenJ 18.20; Oslo. 18.34 b Vienn l a o,s‘ Prague, 164| Helsinvfors, 1’ ..i rid, 29.16 Lisbon, 2 T 7 <r; A 2 9 p(Rugby Radio Service.) - 76 words
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Advertisement244 1927-12-15 8 mt/r e Mfif ONE BEST jK|L CIGARETTE BKS TTrom their inception State Wu v fiW I Expresssss have been recog- 'fr/'d nO nised the premier high-class fe-□ Cigarette in every country of |IH 32$ the world. 555 have always been made by feh nlO hand one at a time from244 words
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Advertisement121 1927-12-15 8 “E. O.” CHRISTMAS JND NEW YEAR FESTIVHIES X’MAS EVE Saturday, 24th December, X'mas Dinner and Dance $4, X’mas Crackers. X’MAS NIGHT Sunday. 25th December, NO ORCHESTRAL CONCERT. BOXING DAY Monday, 26th December, Carniva Dinner and Dancing till 1-45 a.m. $5. Latest Novelties from Paris and London. NEW YEAR EVE— Saturday.121 words
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Miscellaneous25 1927-12-15 8 TIDE TABLES, To-day. High Water Low W iter. 3.45 a.m. 11.9 a.m. 5.51 p.m. 11.20 p.m. To MORROW. 4.19 am. Noon. 7 41 p.m. Midnight.25 words
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1134 1927-12-15 9 Employment Of British Troops At Shanghai. Additional Maintenance Cost. Question For The League Of Nations. Diminishing Trade. A long debate took place in the House of Commons last night on the question of the Shanghai Defence Force. Introducing the supplementary estimate of £'3 090,000, the excess1,134 words
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Article505 1927-12-15 9 THE TEAM SPIRIT. LOCAL CLUBS TO TRY THEIR LUCK, TRACK POSSIBILITIES. Each day produces more evidence of the popularity of the Pinang Gjze’te $2,000 Motor Reliability Trial to be held in Penang on January 15 of next year. Each day sees a greater number of entries505 words
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217 1927-12-15 9 ,—Reuter, Enthusiastic Official Welcome. “SPIRIT OF ST. LOUIS’’ BESIEGED BY 30,000 PEOPLE. RECEIVED BY PRESIDENT. Colonel Lindbergh has arrived in Mexico City at the conclusion of a 2,000 mile non stop flight from Washington in the Spirit of Sr. Louie, in which he crossed the,—Reuter, - 217 words
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Article125 1927-12-15 9 .—Reuter. GREAT WELCOME AT BOMBAY. Bombay, December 14. Salutes boomed in the harbour io welcome of Amanulla, the King of Afghanistan, on his arrival by sea from Karachi. He was greeted by Sir Leslie Wilson in the absence of the Viceroy through malaria. King Amanulla was presented.—Reuter. - 125 words
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Article64 1927-12-15 9 ,—Reuter. EXPERT OPINION ON EXCHANGE RATE. New York, December 14. $7,500,000 from the Federal Reserve Bank is being shipped to England to-d-iy. The cable rate for the is 4.88 j, which is abont f of a cent below the point at which most of the foreign,—Reuter. - 64 words
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Article57 1927-12-15 9 Reuter. CITY our OF DANGER. London, December 14. The turning tide relieved the anxiety at Liverpool, carrying off a mass of floating petrol, which now carpets the sandbanks at the Mersey miuth. Very strict precautions continue to be enforced; smoking is forbidden near the river and all. Reuter. - 57 words
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Advertisement42 1927-12-15 9 Sasy Writing DUI J J D BLE gw} DEPENDABLE j i J 1 $5 5 >• si6 WithTheJlSYear Point 1 F Black, Green and Red, YOU CAN GET PARKER PEN SERVICE AT J FRANKEL BROS., “THE PEN CORNER” I 16, BISHOP STREET, PENANG. <42 words
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Advertisement188 1927-12-15 9 ©t ©REN© Jackdaw of Reims of The Wine of Kings The King of Wines j at all Dealers or direct from Sole Agents:— JOHN LITTLE! &J CO., LTD., PENANG,! (Incorporated! in England). Singapore and Kuala Lnmpur. ygg INSIST ON YOUR GROCER SUPPLYING LYONS’ TEA (The Tea of Teashop Fame) You188 words
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Article368 1927-12-15 10 f ■< > I V Messrs. Baker, Morgan and Cx, Ltd., Kuala Lumpur, reported on Tuesday as follows: There was quite an active market during the week until the Malayan “Will-o’-the-wisp”—now more familiarly known as “Jimmy”—‘‘for short”—caused —or should we say “bad”?—his little flutter” i i the368 words
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Article195 1927-12-15 10 PENANG DECEMBER 15. 1927. Benares Opium p. chest $5'000.00 nom Cloves 70.00 nom Gold leaf., 72.00 sellers Mace Rackings 125.00 nom. Nnttnegs 80s 00.00 nom. 110 s 95.00 Coconuts per 1,000 50.00 nqm i <•. h. as on Cppra Sandried $11.25 buyers 13/12/27 Rattans. r 11.15 sale Ratfans195 words
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Article123 1927-12-15 10 PENANG, DECEMBER 15, 1927. (By Courtesy Of The Chartered Bank.) Ixmden Demand Bank 2/3 13/1 f 4 months’sight Bank 2/4 1/8 3 Credit 2/4. 11/1.6 3 Dccnmentary 2 4 3/4 Calcutta D- tpzHid Rxnk 3 days* gh&t Private 155 Bombay Demand Bink Madras Qeujaud Brn.k 153| x 3 days’sight123 words
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Article245 1927-12-15 10 The following were the latest quotations in MESSRS. KENNEDY AND CO.’S share list at 11 a.m. to-day Yesteriay. To-day. 00 JO •Shares. xs r"f E? 5* O M CO M QQ c. Ic. c. c. Rubber (Dollar). BukitJ. 1.20 1.30 1.10 1.25 Perak R. V. 2.90 3.00245 words
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Article91 1927-12-15 10 The following are our latest quota tions for to-day Rubbers. Buyers. Sellers. Alor Gajahs 2.40 2.60 Bassetts 1.35 1.45 Brogas 1.60 1.70 Colinsburghs 4.00 4.25 Jimahs 2.70 2.80 Kundongs 4.00 4 25 Mentakabs .58 .6H Temerlohe 1.15 1.25 Tins. B. Padangs .64 .66i Hitams .95 .97i Je91 words
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Article93 1927-12-15 10 > ■vh r ;i, -.< fAr-; -aa .The following are onr latest quotations for- to-day a Bn vers. Sellers. Rangrinnet 38/6 39/Hnag Fatts 1.00 1.03 Hitams .95 .974 Idris., 60/- 61/6 Johans ‘p.., .20 .224 Kinta Dredges 1.35 1.40 K. Rivers 3 60 3.674 Kuyohs. <w 1.27 1.3093 words
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Article109 1927-12-15 10 The following are the latest quota tions for to-day n i.,i i l Buyers. Sellers. Tins. Taipings 1.20 1.22 Norths 1.09 1.12 Souths .674 .684 Rahmans 1 874 1.92| M. Siamese. 10/ 10/6 Rantau Prefs. 1.83 1.86 Lab at a., 18/6. ex 19/6 ex Cbenderiangs 18/6 <109 words
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Article1176 1927-12-15 10 KENNEDY CO'S SHARE LIST. I NAMES. g i gg 2 i CQ oq ng .RUBBER [Dollar.] c S c S e Allenby Rubber Co 3 10 3 20 Alor Gajah Rubber Estate 2 40 2 60 cum Amalgamated Malay Estates 4 00 4 25 Ayer Hitam Planting Syndicate 3 801,176 words
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Advertisement31 1927-12-15 10 Don’t Miss The DUNCAN SISTERS II IN I ‘TOPSY EVA’ II l| u AT THE x: I) Theatre Royal, |l H:* H TO-NIGHT AND TILL SUNDAY 18th. r They Laugh-You Roar.31 words
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Advertisement663 1927-12-15 10 BANKS I CHARTERED BANK OF AUSTRALIA AND CHINA (Incorporated in England IJT1 JT Charter 1853.) 7 R yal Paid-up Capital Reserve Fund Rewrue Li.bil.tj P roptielorB “*.OW Head Office; 28, BISHOPSGATE, LONDON, E C Agencies and Branches:’ Alor Star, Amritsar, Bangkok n Bombay, Calcutta, Canton CawnJ, :itav ‘K Celomto, Delhi,663 words
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Miscellaneous188 1927-12-15 10 TOWN HALL, PENANG. TWO NIGHTS ONLY. Thursday, 15th and Friday, 16th December, AT 9-30 P.M. CHARLES CH AM lER presents The LONDON VAUDEVILLE Co. “OUR CABARET" fW M riW -7 I c--LONDON ARTISTES in INTIME ftEVUES Thursday, 15 th “HEY! HEY!” Friday, 16th HON I SOIT Prices s3j $2; $l.188 words
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Article625 1927-12-15 11 WHY CONTROL TIN? Position Sound Enough to Stand Alone. IN view of the recent discussions on the proposal to control tin and to stabilise the price, the following extract from the speech given by Mr. Walter R. H. Chappell at the meeting of Tekka, Ltd., is of625 words
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Article389 1927-12-15 11 ACTION BY SINGAPORE BROKERS. A representative meeting of Singapore brokers was held on Monday to consider the situation arising out of the forging of the scrip of a dozen Malayan Companies by a man calling himself Ng Jim It, and operating under mysterious circumstances from a Post389 words
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Article167 1927-12-15 11 THE DUNCAN SISTERS. The Duncan Sisters in “Topsy and Eva,” a comedy version of “Uncle Tom’s Cabin” is the star picture at the Theatre Royal which is being screened to-night and has created a sensation throughout the movie world. It is safe to say that nothing so droll167 words
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Article144 1927-12-15 11 CHINESE DEALER FINED. In the Penang Police Court, this morning, Mr. S. N. King imposed a fine of $2,000 or six months’ imprisonment in default, on Yeap Thean Seong, a Chinese, for abetment of the offence of landing 490 lbs. rubber without a permit. It was144 words
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Article35 1927-12-15 11 Mr. Harold Dove gratefully acknowledges receipt of the following amounts Hon. Mr. Justice Sproule $lO.OO Mr. J. Crabb-Watt 15.00 Mr. L. May 25.00 $50.00 Previously acknowledged $684.00 $734.00 December 15, 1927.35 words
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Article153 1927-12-15 11 TRUNK TELEPHONES SHELVED. (From Our Own Correspondent). Singapore, December 14. At a recent meeting of the Straits Settlements Association a letter was read from the Government, regarding trunk telephones, stating that the approximate cost would be $12,000,000. More urgent services were considered to take precedence. Another letter153 words
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Article53 1927-12-15 11 The General Produce Agency Ltd., Beach Street, Penang, reports that tht following prices were realised at their auction room to-day: Good F.A.Q. Ribbed Smoked Sheet $B9 to sB9| F.A.Q. do 87| 88 Low F.A.Q. off do 85 87 Plain Unsmoked Sheet 68 73 Lump Scrap 46 50 Loose53 words
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Article33 1927-12-15 11 RUBBER PRICES. We beg to report that the Singapore prices for Standard Ribbed Smoked Sheet for to-day are as follows: Spot Jan/March 69|c April/June July/ Sept. 73c Remarks:—Market Quiet,33 words
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Article35 1927-12-15 11 The agents of Takuapa Valley Tin Dredging N. L. inform us that the following telegram has been received from the Mine:—Output first half December, 300 hours worked, 340 piculs, 72,000 cubic yards treated.35 words
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Article22 1927-12-15 11 The following are additional rubber outputs for November:— lbs. Perak River Valley 24,571 Juru Estates, Limited 20,339 Semanggol Rubber 15,75822 words
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Advertisement712 1927-12-15 11 Jew. Advertisements. PHYLLOSAN POSITION WANTED. Cures the Tragedy of the Tropic*. By an Indian as Clerk or Conductor ASK YOUR CHEMIST, veil up n ever y branch of estate works n, eluding all accounts 15 years i'pnce in Robber Estates, excellent testil or iil p °P pn f° r mme712 words
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Advertisement98 1927-12-15 11 S.S ORDINANCE NO. 197 (LABOUR) AND THE LABOUR CODE, 1923. EMPLOYERS OF INDIAN LABOUR are hereby reminded that assessment returns for the preceding quarter must be sent to the Office of the Deputy Controller of Labour, Malaya, Penang, during the months of April, July, October and January. Forms for the98 words
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Advertisement206 1927-12-15 11 Please Remember Our Policy.! Do Well, Let Others Talk.” As for Electric Lights, whenever and wherever you require them to be installed, we would earnestly ask you to consult us. LIANG CO., 438, Penang Road, 239, Magazine Road and 179, Campbell Street, TEMPORARY LIGHTING OUR SPECIALITY. Telephone No. 1045 with206 words
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Article791 1927-12-15 12 A MILLION DOLLAR LEGACY IN DISPUTE. Question of Dutch Law. 4 DURING the hearing of an application before the Chief Justice in the Supreme Court, Singapore, on Tuesday by Mr. J. Aitken on behalf ot Dr. Kan to be included in the litigants concerned in a disunite over791 words
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Advertisement172 1927-12-15 12 Apply Restore healthy circus Z n latioti of 61ood through ton’gestetftis- At suesJSince congestion causes the pain 1 Ijk r -almost instant relief! Liniment t r 5 JmMP* OWLWIIH t ‘1- J' 1 ""I fjM Aptca/neipmt Cwbf does permanent good trots-— 1 from melted I g jgj MeyAlhedtandmilk, sSi "wrMSr172 words
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Advertisement62 1927-12-15 12 An Antiseptic Liniment. There is no danger whatever from lockjaw or blood poison resulting from a wound when Chamberlain's Pain Balm is promptly applied. It is antiseptic and destroys the germs which cause these diseases. It also causes wounds to heal without maturation and in one-third the time required by62 words
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Advertisement111 1927-12-15 12 I i s» r r ”.r i*— I “SERDANG” •< i RUBBER CASE. i FORWARD CONTRACTS I FOR THIS f IM Most Satisfactory and Economical Case of the J Best Quality Birch Plywood (19’’x 19” x 24”) can now be arranged I AT LOWEST PRICES I I I I WITH111 words
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Article405 1927-12-15 13 Secret Love Letter to His Friend’s Wife. A love letter that George Washington wrote to Sally Fairfax, the wife of his Lest friend, is a striking feature of a new book. The 'letter was hiddea from the vorld for 120 years. Sally Fairfax died at Bath405 words
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Article168 1927-12-15 13 4188 GLEITZB UNMOVED BY MISS HUDSON’S “GUSH.” Kisses Not Returned. There was a remarkable incident at Waterloo Station when Miss Millie Hudson and Miss Mercedes Gleitze -carted for Southampton en route to Tangier. No greetings were exchanged between 'he gins on the platform and the attempts of168 words
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Article124 1927-12-15 14 To-day’s Departures. Ta pah for P. Langkawi and Kantang (Trang). City of Pekin for Port Swettenharo, S ngapore, Hongkong, Shanghai, Kobe, Yokohama and Dalny. Re eh for Belawan (Deli), Paneh and Aeahan. Trang for Kantang (Trang) Girbee, Tongkah and Pang Nga. Ampang for Pangkor, Lumut and Sitiawar. Kinta124 words
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Article510 1927-12-15 14 CLORE DAILY except (Sunday). BY TRAIN. Federated Malay States. Malacca, Johore and Singapore. Registration and Parce’ Post except where otherwise stated, close half-an hour earlier than the Ordinary mail. Resumption Of Night Mail Service The following additional mails will be closed daily (Sunday excepted) at 6 pm Parit510 words
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Advertisement206 1927-12-15 14 tsgr T» ;Mm, la ftBOt 4 Ijß 33 ■p W '•vjß 'WI |EW%fe 4F \t«.,. Jot>-' Hag*.- ,4«*.‘-> «4* x'“ i*?'. «yw*Mß»-' ’fc S? £RHBfek L < :'.5 ;<<., Y< A'' A **Apw ■'< .J* a My word they are good! No wonder you men are so enthusiastic about them206 words
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Advertisement264 1927-12-15 14 ij. A t W 1 z_ /iS. --i I vHrt\ Sore Throat? Formamint destroys the germs in mouth and 1» throat and cures your Sore Throat quickly. At the same time Formamint-tablets will protect your children from infection. Formamint cures Sore Throat, sweetens the breath and prevents infectious diseases such264 words
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Article586 1927-12-15 15 CHOWRASTA MARKET. Penang, December 15, 1927 Mutton— cte Mutton Indian per lb 55 Head heep or goat each 1.00 Liver with heart lung do 1.30 Tripe do 1.00 Goat or Sheep per lb 55 Sweet Bread M pair 30 Leg of Mutton lb 55 Ijamb do 55 Suet586 words
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Advertisement242 1927-12-15 15 Announcing I THE NEW No. 1,000 LINE I R°NL° I I X t FINISHED ENDS” CABINET. I f X i Each Drawer fitted J t with ball bearing sus- J pension slides. S t Central Auto Lock. rW«O3i t t B ronze Drawer Pulls t Label Holders. J •E Stone242 words
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