The Singapore Free Press and Mercantile Advertiser (1884-1942), 6 June 1931
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Title Section19 1931-06-06 1 The Singapore Free Press \O. 13^55. ESTABLISHED 1835. SINGAPORE, S.S. SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 1931. 20 PAGES DAILY. 10 CENTS.19 words
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Article139 1931-06-06 1 Recommendations involving savings amountirg to nearly £42,000.000 on (he unemployment insurance fund are made m the Royal Commissicn's report Page 11. Jurado, the Argentine player, led at the end of the third rcund m the British open golf championship yesterday morning with Havers and Macdonald Smith 3139 words
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Article458 1931-06-06 1 OPEN GOLF CHAMPION Tommy Armour Wins Title [Reuter's Service] London, June 5. At Carnoustie to-day Tommy Armour, a native of Edinburgh, who has been m America for several years, won the British open golf championship with an aggregate for the 72 holes of 256. Hi? rounds to-day were458 words
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Article1484 1931-06-06 1 Quuquid agunt hominrt nostri eat farrago Libill: Juvenal. The President of the Chamber of Mines waxed *cmewhat sarcastic at Ipoh after the speech Df Mr. Edwards, protagonist of the T.P.A.. and remarked that he was glad to note that Malayan miners were still being counted as1,484 words
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Advertisement190 1931-06-06 1 SO FRESH AND jjONE SO GOOD AS BiGIA TEA I RAFFLES HOTEL I XX( KLLENT ACCOMMODATION AVAILABLE WITH f MODERN SANITATION I TO-NIGHT I Special Dinner and Dance I j GRILL ROOM 1 SPECIAL DISH TO-NIGHT j I ROAST SUCKING PIQ S I LEAP SPINACH. LYONNAISE POTATOES. I S ADELPHI190 words
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Advertisement302 1931-06-06 1 EUROPE i|) HOTEL; j "Renowned by Recommendation" g Finest Cuisine. Best Wines and Spirits, etc. at J THE LOWEST HOTEL PRICES. g %TO-NIGHT DINNER and DANCE TO-NIGHT*; (j MENU S SHors d'Oeuvre Varies Tortue Claire S A j Creme Louisiana jg 5l Tingiri Florentine S 5 j Medaillon de Foie302 words
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Advertisement75 1931-06-06 1 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS Notice by Kramat Pulai Page 9 Delicious WalM Sausag?s Page 8. Cow t.nd Gate for the Babies Page 13. Electricity is an aid to cleanliness Page 3. Klim powdered milk for all purposes Par 1. Free boxing contests at Tait Shows Page 2. Eastern Auto Co.. are agents75 words
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Advertisement247 1931-06-06 2 I All Discriminating J Diners appreciate the \Outstanding Excellence J I of the Fare and Service I I at the Icapitoll Restaurant j Malaya's finest and I most Exclusive Cafe j j Phone 4906 for a table m our J j "Palm Court." H MftW H I Allenburys I foods247 words
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Advertisement175 1931-06-06 2 VICTORIA THEATRE Coming Recitals lof tl&e World's Greatest Artists. SUNDAY, JUNE 21st, 9.3" p.m. TWO GREAT STARS IN JOINT SONG RECITAL TOTI DAL MONTE WORLD'S GREATEST ITALIAN COLORATURA SOPRANO and Enzo de Muro-Lomanto The Celebrated Lyric Tenor. THURSDAY, JULY 16th^ HUNGARY'S GREATEST VIOLINIST I SZIGETI I "Perhaps the most brilliant175 words
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Advertisement194 1931-06-06 2 TO-DAY- 3 6.15 &°9.15 V M CHILDREN HALF PRICE AT MVl|\|, B 1 1 L/ c iT DAY OF THE RECORD I j! BREAKING SUCCESS- I RAMON j NOVARB 0 CALL of THE FLESH I t TO-MORROW: I ji Opening at the Matinee I at 3 p.m. Children Half Price.194 words
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Page 2 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous130 1931-06-06 2 THE WEEK Saturday. 6th. High Water. 01.05, 8.6 ft., 15.03, 7.3 ft. Johore (Midlands) Rubber Estate general meeting. 6 D'Almeida St. noon. Old Rafflesians at Home. Raffles Inst. 4 p.m. Society of York-shiremen, tiffin, Europe Hotel. 12.45 p.m. Football: Malaya Cup: Singapore vs Negri Sembilan at Sercmban. Div. II: Med.130 words
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Article171 1931-06-06 3 Undisturbed by 15 -Mile Journey When a train of coal arrived at Barry Dock", S. Wales frcm the collieries at Ynyymvl. railway workmen found a thrush sitting on her nest, built on the brake handle of one of the coal wagons. There were four eggs m171 words
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Article43 1931-06-06 3 Plans are under consideration f or a visit by 'the Prince o T Wales to his estates m the Duchy of Cornwall. The visit will probably ttk- place m July, though the- Prince has not yet decide*-' any details.43 words
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Article109 1931-06-06 3 10,000 Frcn« h U !lcs Arrive at i'csh.iv. ar resliiuar, .May U The Afah: i Army, feh, godc* the personal <iti« of Kl»g Radii Stall haj been latei* thoroughly overh:u\d and r< or^.inizt-J. Ik now to be ffjuippod with up-to-date rift Ten tlvmrand !ons-rango Pror.rh riiles, witti109 words
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Advertisement325 1931-06-06 3 I proud of I V S^^ Baby has never given I A i J a moment's trouble JfJ since Mother put him on Mellin's Food. He on weight steadily week by week no digestive !cs disturb his tranquil slumbers. This is because Hin's Food, when mixed as directed, resembles ist325 words
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Advertisement49 1931-06-06 3 Mr. Lim Senp Hooi, J P., C.H., and Mrs. Lim S?ng Hooi have issued invitations co a dinner on th? occasion of the marringe of their daughter. Miss Lim Phaik Kin, to Mr. Chev; Beow Chin, of Messrs. Henry Waugh and Co.. Ltd., Which wilJ take place m Penang.49 words
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Advertisement224 1931-06-06 3 JliM^Beeft Written |P8 discussing various proposals for RESTRICTION SCHEMES— hut how w C '^^S9h|vhHß^b few practical suggestions for increasing demand have heen put forward Here is a Suggestion for Power Users "Use COPPER QUEEN BELTING for drives of every kind. In every way COPPER QUEEN is superior to HAIR or224 words
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Miscellaneous572 1931-06-06 3 CHURCH SERVICES FIRST SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY GARRISON CHURCHES Tanglin Garrison Church. 7 a.m. HoJy Communion. 845 am. Parade Service. 5 p.m. Sunday School. 6.30 p.m ByetttOhg and Sermon WESLEY METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH 4 Fort Canning Road 7.45 a.m. Parade service at the Tanglin Barracks. 8.30 am. Sunday school. 930 a.m.572 words
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Article595 1931-06-06 4 PUBLIC OPINION In Advance of Respective Governments [British Radio— Official Service] Rugby, June 1. The Foreign Secretary, Mr. Arthur Henderson, delivering the Burge memorial lecture in London to-night on "Consolidating World Peace, 1 declared that in respect of every forward policy in the last 12595 words
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Article111 1931-06-06 4 Steamer Captain's Scare Message [Reuter's Service] Praia, June 4. The Do.X. was not involved m an accident (as previously reported) during her transAtlantic flight. Apparently, she was merely forced to alight on the sea on account of engine trouble. London, Later. It now appears that the111 words
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Article62 1931-06-06 4 Ready for 18 Months Trip [Reuter's Service] Province Town, June 5. •The submarine Nautilus is leaving for London this evening having concluded a satisfactory speed trial. The commander said she would fciave a cruising speed of eleven knots. The submarine is already stocked with food sufficient for eighteen62 words
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Article46 1931-06-06 4 Foremen Save Rumanian Town [Reuter's Service] Bokhara*. Jane 5. Contrary to expectation there were no fatalities m the oilfield fire but the damage is estimated at £75,000. Firemen and troops, after heroic efforts, succeeded m preventing the outbreak from spreading to the town.46 words
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Article32 1931-06-06 4 H. S. Bassett (W.D. and H. O. Wills) won the Tobacco Trade AA/s ten miles walking championship for the sixth year In succession at Chingford m mail week In 80 m. 565.32 words
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Advertisement382 1931-06-06 4 Long Miles at the Wheel TMaMßTK^BaT^^^^^^^3aMa^a^aM^^^^^^ Are Miles You Don't Feel m a MORRIS In a Morris driving strain and consistent comfort enables you cramp have been eliminated. to lead the way out of traffic This boon has been achieved blocks, acceleration under by the adjustability of seats smoothest command382 words
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Advertisement195 1931-06-06 4 Ip^^ B*Ai8 Ai Motor Cfd«t arm s*&C^^~ machines widi an Inter. JL#C &%M>*%+ UaV^amP 1^ and temperature* w^^^^ IrMUll a^a^aV MOTOR CYCLES ntSS^JP WRTTB FOR CATALOOUE. M^^^B^f Distributors I Tb* Singapore Cycle Carriaga Co. W Jk Showrooms yj^^^^^^t Singapore, Ipoh, Kuala Lumpur, Penang. Vj£S!sS— 7 I Gold and Silver GIFTSFREE195 words
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Article736 1931-06-06 5 SPRING MOTOR CAR SALES APRIL ADVANCE Busy Days m the Factories Beasonal improvement m the automobile trade is bringing increased activity to automobile manufacturing plants The perennial urge that the American family feels every spring to experience the thrill of buying and operating new cars is being reflected m the736 words
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Article187 1931-06-06 5 Motor-Car's Mcid Dash Along Pavement A deg WU the cause of ttx people being m- I volved m an unusual series of accidents at Birmingham. The dog jumped out of the window of a .wostater mctor-car travelling alone Vauxhall-rcad. and was m danger of being hanged by187 words
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Article57 1931-06-06 5 A bit of dialogue from the Dole Inquiry. Judge Holman Gregory: I think the work- Ing-man's wife is a wonderful woman. 1 Mr. Hayday, M.P.: The woman chancellor of the exchequer m the home has graver anxieties than the national Chancellor of the Exchequer m the problems of57 words
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Article413 1931-06-06 5 OPERA SEASON EXTENDED Success of People's Theatre The first season of Shakespeare at Sadler's Wells North London's People's Theatre was so popular that extension of the opera season I was arrancred. Miss Lilian Baylis who, despite an operation and a motor accident, has successfully presided over413 words
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Article213 1931-06-06 5 English Woman Doctor Who Tended the Wounded Bath, May 4. j The Amritsar terror of 1919 is recalled by the death of Miss Jessie Lamb, at Sunnymount. Beechen Cliff-road, Bath, to-day. Miss Lamb, one of three sisters all working as missionaries for the Church of England Zenana213 words
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Article143 1931-06-06 5 Investigation m New York A series of daring robberies of mails m transit between Great Britain and the United States is being investigated by the American postal authorities acting m conjunction with the British Post Office. The extent of the robberies is not yet known, but they143 words
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Article156 1931-06-06 5 The Kingsbury Council received a deputation from the National Sun and Air Association m support of an application made by them to rent a piece of land on the banks of the Welsh Harp at Hendon for sun and air bathing. The deputation was led156 words
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Advertisement374 1931-06-06 5 CHEVROLET Special Phaeton The kind ot car you're glad to own at a price that suits to-day's pockets The amazing 1931 Chevrolet is built on a costly car wheelbase 109 inches. Four long springs, parallel with the frame provide unusual comfort that is enhanced by four Lovejoy shock absorbers. The374 words
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Advertisement372 1931-06-06 5 ""CVERY young man today wants a car of his own and a good one. "I realized it would be rather an imposition to ask Dad to buy me an expensive car, like his, so we compromised and now I'm the proud owner of a Nash Six- 68 touring car the372 words
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Current Cinema Notes and News
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Article, Illustration1424 1931-06-06 6 ACCORDING to the latent jMJV^rtifiemantj, Rango is dQe for curly showing at in.* Capitol. Judging by the vas*, nmount of pub.i--(it; that be* been Issued Paramount muM look upon filir. as the best cf jts type yet issued And when it is remembered .thai Grass. Charm And Thr Four Features1,424 words
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Article, Illustration749 1931-06-06 6 I From Our Own Correspondent I London. May 7. Charlie Chaplin was invited to come over to appear at the Royal Command Matinee of Variety Artistes m aid of Music Hall "out of works." He declined, on the ground that he was suffering from sciatica and was looking749 words
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Article186 1931-06-06 6 J NORMAN TAUROG, director of many i i Paramount pfliettpsSi appeared with Miry J Pickford as a child actor In both the Stage ■< t and Kreen versions of The Good Little J Devil. j J REGIS TOOMV began his stage career I playiv.a m during vacations from186 words
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Article, Illustration1095 1931-06-06 6 Film Makers on the Studio Set HOOTS OF FAME Keen Sense of Humour Characteristic Trait Exclusive to the Free Press by Robert S. Whit?, t A NUMBER of tales have been Written about the home lives of the stars in Hollywood: their particular hobbies, manner of dress, artistic horn? furnishings1,095 words
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Article1070 1931-06-06 6 CRICKET England's Team-Building Poire* Preparing the Way for Visit to Australia THE present cricket season will undoubtedly be one of intensive search and preparation towards recapture of the Ashes. As you will be aware, these were taken back to Aus'ur?,lia by W. M. Woodfull's team last season1,070 words
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Article461 1931-06-06 7 AFRICAN BUSH DRAMA Officer's £52,000 Claim Against Portugal An amazing drama of the African bush twenty years ago, m which a captain of the Royal Artillery a man who played a conspicuous part behind the scenes m the South African and European wars was the461 words
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Article197 1931-06-06 7 Pilsudski's Brother as Finance Minister Warsaw, May 26. The Cabinet handed m its resignation to the President late to-night. According to the semi-official newspaper Gazeta Polska the Premier, M. Slavek, intends again to assume th 3 leadership of the Government bloc m order to carry through the197 words
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Article188 1931-06-06 7 Jump from 'Planes That Had Collided The pilots of two aeroplanes of the R A.F. which collided m mid-air at Aldershot jumped out of their machines with parachutes and landed unhurt. They afterwards wall-?d to the wreckage and made an inspection of it before going to the188 words
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Article29 1931-06-06 7 We may look forward to the time when towns will rebuild themselves, as now we go to a tailor for a new suit of clothes. Mr. H. G. Wells.29 words
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Article113 1931-06-06 7 University Plane's Flight to Europe Iwaki, Japan, May 2C. The Hosei University 'plane known ai "Youthful Japan" is to hop off from the Haneda airfield. Tokyo, on Friday morning on an aerial visit to Rome. Over 10,000 college and middle school students are expected to assemble at the113 words
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Article12 1931-06-06 7 Among motorists there is too much mobility without nobility. Mr. John Burns.12 words
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Article59 1931-06-06 7 Film Expedition from Germany Berlin, May 2. An expedition led by the well-known sportsman, Herr von Schomburg. and consisting of eight people, left to-day for Africa m order to hunt big game and take films of wild animals for the leading German film companies. The expedition will59 words
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Article47 1931-06-06 7 Rome, May 26. The unemployment statistics show a total of 710.000 out of work m March. No improvement on that can be expected next winter. It is recommended to economise all resources with inflexible prudence, and to eliminate all ?xpenditure that is not absolutely necessary.47 words
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Article110 1931-06-06 7 Denmark Anticipates Norwegian Claim Copenhagen, May 28. The Danish Premier, Mr. Stauning, has declared that if the Norwegians should proclaim their sovereignty over any part of Greenland. Denmark would immediately appeal to the League of Nations, as' all the States m the world except Norway had explicitly110 words
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Article17 1931-06-06 7 Ought we to want to know whether Jones went to bed m his boots Miss Rebecca Weafc.17 words
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Advertisement467 1931-06-06 7 3 ''V iJB^B^Si > M !w ~^^fcfi^^y|S^S^Sj»^^s^a^si v M How well you lookT 99 1 have only Kruschen Salts to thankr This ia the sixth enthusiastic testi- unsolicited and you may make what urn •mid from the same man. Krnschen yon like of sane. nLingyouetZZ ana t net run. oriK.iu.l467 words
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Advertisement219 1931-06-06 7 ,^^k iPt^ MADE IN k BPP^ BusSi. ijiic Knows inai w VjiClVCll ZjL ViVr llv/t ClllVV't -^m V i v Ip 9! Is II I ViPGlWl'i.c I CORK -TIPPED VIRGINIA CIGARETTES RET vo^gi^ Made Sbeciaily to Prevent Sore Throats 8?^ '^^vtADE IN LONDON BY CARRERAS LTD. 142 YEARS' REPUTATION for219 words
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Article426 1931-06-06 8 DAYBREAK FIGHT Wife Sees Husband Struck With Iron Bar A city director described to me his grim fight, in the presence of his terrified wife, with a masked man, whom he surprised in his bedroom at daybreak, writes a Daily Express reporter. Mr. William Shearer, managing426 words
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Article494 1931-06-06 8 By an AngloIndian As the bull-frogs m the tank near the temple cease their monotonous croaking, which has been continuous throughout the whole of the hot. steamy. Indian night, the grey streak m the sky announcing the dawn sends the owls and flying foxes screeching to their494 words
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Article79 1931-06-06 8 Mystery of Armourer's Shop Athens, May 26. Four houses were blown up and 150 severely damaged when an armourers shop exploded m Kawala near Salonlca. For half an hour the town was as if under a heavy bombardment with constant loud explosions. No lives were lost, but there79 words
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Advertisement251 1931-06-06 8 ITALASIA Ltd. FIAT CONCESSIONAIRES Beg to Announce the following Reductions m Prices of Fiat Cars from June Ist OLD PRICE NEW PRICE Model 514 2 Seater 1685 1625 Tourer De Luxe 1750 1650 T° u rer Extra t 1850 1 725 De Luxe SfKi xtra 1 $2150 i 950 INSPECTION251 words
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Advertisement353 1931-06-06 8 Delicious Wall's Sausages \s a tasty dish from England Even a jaded appetite is instantly revived by the aroma of Walls Sausages when the dish is uncovered. And the taste of them ti even more tempting. That is because Wall's Sausages are filled with prime English meat, perfectly blended with353 words
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Advertisement459 1931-06-06 9 BUSINESS CARDS. BE PHOTOGRAPHED BY H MJGENT BUCKERIDGE H.ghrst Claw Work— Lowest Rates ■JIDLAW BUILDING— Phone 78W. MARBLE FLOORING TILES. SINCiAPORE CASKET CO. \(K\ 1 A 3. Penhas Road, „ff Lavender Street Phone 607 S. 1)0 T WEAR A TRUSS Rupture ApBinds and IV J| together Br-^ Jr OR CALL459 words
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Advertisement549 1931-06-06 9 TENDERS. SINGAPORE MUNICIPAL NOTICE. TENDERS. NOTICE v hereby given that tenders are no« invited tor the following material! or services, and that particulars of such tenders may be obtHined m the Tender Room. Municipal OtTlr** Election and Completion of a New Parapet Wall on the v-est side of Clemenceau Avenue.549 words
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Advertisement589 1931-06-06 9 LOST, LOST. Yellow and white dog pup, wearing a green collar. Answers to the name Michael. Ring 3280. Reward. NOTICED RADIO For the convenience of our Cu«* tomers we have arranged (or H L Carter, and Co., 380 Orchard Road, to carry out sales and service of Pilot Receivers etc.589 words
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Advertisement310 1931-06-06 9 ITALASIA LTD. FIAT CONCESSIONAIRES i beg to announce that all used cars will be fiREATLY REDUCED IN PRICE FROM JUNE Ist. i i' i I t IT WILL PAY YOU TO VISIT US BEFORE GOING ELSEWHERE. AUCTION SALE& DISTRESS SALE IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STRAITS SETTLEMENTS. SETTLEMENT OF310 words
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Advertisement327 1931-06-06 9 I POLO GROUND, BALESTIER ROAD f I Saturday, July 4 th. I St. Andrew's Cathedral Fair I 2.30 p.m. to 7 p.m. I I RIDIN(J GYMKANA— CABARET J I TEA AND SIDESHOWS j, c Sterling Silver Cup and Cover Sterling Silver Cap 13* m. high 6^ m. hi«h £10 10327 words
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814 1931-06-06 10 SINGAPORE FREE PRESS. SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 1931. RIFT IN SHIPPING LUTE Shipping papers are giving some prominence to the disruption which it is generally believed has occurred within the Straits, China and Japan Conference, with the result that the question of such conferences again becomes one of public interest. In814 words
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Article330 1931-06-06 10 The Persatuan Setya Hati, Singapore has been registered under the Societies Ordinance. It is notified by Government that land is to be acquired for the widening of Jalan Besar. The monthly meeting of the Singapore Sinhalese Association will be held on Sunday, at 6.30 p.m. The Inter-School Games competition will330 words
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Article292 1931-06-06 10 THE CHURCH'S ATTITUDE Bishops Appoint Committee of Investigation [FREE PRESS SERVICE— COPYRIGHT J London, June 5. The Bi^liops' Canterbury Convocation has appointed a Committee to co-operate with the York Convocation m an investigation of the Church's attitude towards the re-marriage cf divorced persons. There were bitter292 words
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Article139 1931-06-06 10 Successful Event at Batu Gajah [Prom Our Own Correspondent 1 Ipoh, June 5. The annual Malay carnival m which the Sultan planned closer social intercourse be- tween the Malays and Europeans was held at Batu Gajah yesterday, the whole day being occupied by Malay games between represent- 1139 words
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Article123 1931-06-06 10 R.A.F. Units to Fly Past His Excellency, The General Officer Commanding the Troops. Malaya, proposes to carry out an inspection of the troops of the Regular Garrison, the Straits Settlements Volunteer Forces and attacked Cadet Corps, on the Padang on Sunday. (June 13th. >. at 7.45 a.m. The123 words
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Article37 1931-06-06 10 Government Land Acquisition Notified A notice appeared m last night's Government Gazette concerning the acquisition by Government of some 284 acres of land m the south-west district of Penan g for conversion into £-.n aerodrome.37 words
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Article127 1931-06-06 10 The General Committee of the Y.W.C.A. wish to thank the following donors for their subscriptions: Myer Bros.. W. Hammer and Co., Derrick and Co. ($lOO each) $300 Asiatic Petroleum Co., Mansfield and Co., J. C. Cowap ($5O each) $150 Braddell Bros., American Express Co., Straits Times Press.,127 words
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Article33 1931-06-06 10 Members of the Post Office Club are informed that a Radio set (Silver Marshall) complete with a gramophone has been installed m the Club. Music will be heard every night after 630 p.m.33 words
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Article981 1931-06-06 10 PUBLIC EXAMINATION Owed $33,000 When Re j oineri Rose Maephail OFFER LIQUIDATORS RKH S£ 0 I Details of his business history .before the disaster which overcame y i Phail. and Penman Ltd.. m which a rubber assistant, m 1930. wen- W A. Millard Watts during his pubhr981 words
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Advertisement324 1931-06-06 10 A Revelation m Ice Chests EVERY ONLY 1* 'Vt^t R REQUIRES BOTTLE i lma *S mjt m 5 CENTS OF ICE ICY-COLD I N W A DAY NEW SHIPMENT JUST ARRIVED. CALDBECK MACGREGOR CO., LTD., (Incorporated under the Companies' Ordinances of Hong Kong). {Incorporated m Shanghai). 90 ROBINSON ROAD. TELEPHONE324 words
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Advertisement66 1931-06-06 10 AN AMERICAN DOCTOR declares that bee stings are a cure for rheumatism. Leg joints are rendered wonderfully supple, especially if more bees are approaching. A "GAFLAC" POLICY affords full protection against both sting and effect. GENERAL ACCIDENT, FIRE LIFE ASSURANCE CORPORATION, LTD. Hongkong Bank Chambers. Telephone 6480. |h.b.winter| J TAILOR.66 words
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Article441 1931-06-06 11 COMMISSION REPORT ]\ow Britain Can Save £12,000,000 rjysi'RANCE FUND ECONOMIES \<h Radio Official Service] R"*by, June 5. „a Commission on Unemployment ippoinfted by the Government six mvo Issued their interim report, n Gregory and four of the six have made recommendations nto effect, are estimated to proivinp441 words
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Article131 1931-06-06 11 Nrt-tracfc Racing Made to Seem Tame London, May 28. omcdy alternated at the opening of the Royal Tournament, at of the favourite events of the season, comprising an excitinß the Navy. Army and Air Force. faring the uniform of an Ad- < t. attended, with the Queen.131 words
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Article36 1931-06-06 11 h< ath of Mr. Mortimer Schiflf /Router's Service] Mr v °>*W Bay, New York, June 4. ir t Scrhlff. the well-known banker <'P>st. is dead. He was Vice-Pre- 1 American Boy Scouts. He parti-36 words
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Article163 1931-06-06 11 A HISTORIC MEETING Herr Bruening and Dr. Curtius m London [Reuter's Service J w— t> London, Jane 5. Herr Bruening (German Chancellor) and Dr Curtius (Foreign Minister) arrived aboard the great liner Hamburg from Cuxhaven to-day to spend the week-end m London and Chequers as the guests163 words
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Article107 1931-06-06 11 Height of 15,781 Metres Officially Confirmed [Reuter's Service] Berne, June 5. It is officially confirmed that M. Piccard's balloon reached a height of 15,781 metres. Brussels, June 5. The scientist -balloonist. Professor Piccard, had a superb ovation on arrival here to-day to return thanks to the Association107 words
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Article48 1931-06-06 11 Plea That China Should be Represented {Reuter's Service] Geneva, June 5. The plea that China should be represented on the governing body of the International Labour Office was made by Colonel P. Chou. the Chinese Government delegate, at the meeting of the International Labour Conference today.48 words
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Article34 1931-06-06 11 Government Issue OverSubscribed (Reuter's Service] Washington, June 4. The Government bond issue of $800,000,000 at 3' s per cent, was over-subscribed more than seven times when the books were closed last night.34 words
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Article36 1931-06-06 11 New Government Formed [Reuter's Service] Brussels, Jane 5. A new Government has been formed of which M. Renkin is Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior and M. Paul Hymans Minister for Foreign Affairs.36 words
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Article181 1931-06-06 11 Portuguese Government Official Shot Dead Cape Town, May 26. The murder of ft Portuguese Government official. Dr. Rodere'ge, who was recently found shot dead m a ditch m Johannesburg, is connected with the revolution which is just re* ported to have broken out m Portuguese East Africa. The181 words
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Article60 1931-06-06 11 Italian Brethren Without a Home London, May 26. The English Masonic authorities have resolved to reject a petition by Italian Freemasons that they be allowed to open their headquarters m England, as they have been forbidden by Signor Mussolini at home. The English Masons give as their60 words
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Article72 1931-06-06 11 STANDARD OIL COMPANY MERGER $2,375,000,000 ASSETS World's Biggest Petroleum Combine [Reuter's Service] New York, Jane 5. steps towards the consolidation of the Standard Oil Company of New Jersey with the Standard Oil Company of California will take definite form within the next sixty days unless formidable opposition develops m Washington72 words
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Article201 1931-06-06 11 Mr. Wang and Attitude of Foreign Powers [Router's Par Eastern Service! Nanking, June 5. The Foreign Minister, Mr. Wang, issued a statement to the Press this morning denying that the Nationalist Government is issuing a statement to the Foreign Powers regarding the Canton situation. He declared the201 words
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Article365 1931-06-06 11 Flight m Secret British Flying Boat London, May 27. The Prince of Wales, achieved a double event m the way of transport inauguration to-day. It is now learnt that after the Prince had flown to Southampton from London to send off the new fast liner the Empress of365 words
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Article116 1931-06-06 11 General Sir David Campbell Appointed [Reuter's Service! London, jane 4. General Sir David Campbell has been appointed Governor of Malta. General Sir David Graham Muschot Campbell, K.C.B. has been m charge of the Aldershot Command since 1927. He served through the South African campaigns and during the116 words
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Article42 1931-06-06 11 Result of Explosion at Saugor rl m Simla. May 14. Lieutenant R. P. Mellor. R.E., son of Colonel Mellor, died as the result of an explosion when he was carrying out an experiment at Saugor m the Central Provinces.42 words
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Article129 1931-06-06 11 SHOTS EXCHANGED Encounter Between Chinese and Japanese INCIDENT NEAR MUKDEN [Rtuter's Far Eastern Servicej Tokio. June 5. A semi-official report states that yesterday morning a body of Chinese gendarmerie found some Japanese police patrolling m the vicinity of Tashichiao. 97 miles south of Mukden. They129 words
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Article104 1931-06-06 11 Government Action Undecided [FREE PRESS SERVICE— COPYRIGHT] London, June 5. The Government is exercised at the rapidly growing sweepstake craze but it is stated officially that it has not yet decided whether to appoint a committee to go into the question. [British Radio— Official Service] Rugrby, June104 words
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Article50 1931-06-06 11 Embargo Urged m New York t ßeuter's Service] New York, June 4. The Chamber of Commerce of New York State by 207 votes to 3 passed a resolution m favour of an embargo on imports from Russia and opposing the export of American industrial machinery to Russia.50 words
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Article81 1931-06-06 11 LONDON AND NEW YORK TIN AND RUBBER PRICES [FREE PRESS SERVICE— COPYRIGHT] London, June 5, 6 p.m. Messrs. Lewis, Lazarus and Sons notify to-day's tin prices as follows£l^(£102" i 6(£1007ll6) FOrWapi The market is steady. Messrs. Symington and Sinclair notify to-day's rubber prices as follows: Srx>t 3 I|l6d81 words
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Article189 1931-06-06 11 Monday, May 25. His Excellency was present at the Races. The following had tea with His Excellency: HE. Major-General L. C. L. Oldfield and Mrs. Oldfield, Hon. Mr. Justice P. J. Sproule, Hon. Mr Justice W. H. Thorne, Mrs. Winstedt, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Maynard, Mr. and Mrs.189 words
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Article98 1931-06-06 11 Bankrupt Who Wants His Discharge The public examination of Mr. George Fernando, ex-manager of the Adelphi Hotel, the proceedings m which took up considerable time and attracted some notice last year, was closed before Mr. Justice Palgrave Simpson yesterday. The Assistant Official Assignee (Mr. E. N. Taylor) recalled98 words
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Advertisement23 1931-06-06 11 Mr. David Jack has taken the place of Mr A. R. Malcolm on the board of directors of the Bangkok Dock. Co., Ltd.23 words
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Advertisement210 1931-06-06 11 1 SILVERWARE f «f NO. *****. j I Sterling Silver Presentation Ink- f stand, with two cut crystal bottles, Chippendale M border, length 8 3 4 inches, complete with pen j and pencil m leatherette lined blue velvet case. Price $115.00. I I ROBINSON Co., Ltd. j f (Incorporated In210 words
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Article2834 1931-06-06 12 North South Prepare for War Fighting between the Cantonese rebels and Chiang Kai-shek's armies within the next three weeks is foreshadowed by a Nanking message to the Hong Kong papers just to hand, which states that Chiang Kai-shek, realising the slight chance of effecting2,834 words
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Article187 1931-06-06 12 TARA SINGH CONVICTED Rangoon Road School Crime The nine days trial of Tara Singh, charged with the murder on April 9 of the Sikh watchman of the Rangoon Road School, whom he Suspected of being concerned m the disappearance of his (the accused's) mistress, was concluded before187 words
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Article244 1931-06-06 12 Chinese Assistant Gaoled for Breach of Trust An elderly Chinese was yesterday morning brought before the District Judge. Mr. G. C. Dodd, and charged with criminal breach of trust of £6 641. Accused was one of the assistants m charg" of the Government Chandu Retail Smoking244 words
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Article88 1931-06-06 12 British Attempt m the Autumn [British Radio Official Service] Rugby, June 4. Squadron -Leader O. R. Oayford and Flight Lieut. Del G. Bett are to be the pilots of the Scout Fairey-Napier iGng range aeroplane with which the Air Ministry is to make an effort to secure88 words
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Article51 1931-06-06 12 State Licence System Adopted I Reuter's Service The Hague. June I. The Second Chamber to-dny Adopted a B:l introduced by the Sncialirt. M. Van-V Aerch compelling all mcn?y'?nders tc take out a S a o licence. The intcre t they may Charge will b? fixed by a royal51 words
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Article79 1931-06-06 12 When the breach of promise action of Cameron and Another vs. Elliott was mentioned to Mr. Justice Action m the Kings Bench Division. Mr. Martin O'Connor, counsel for the plaintiff, said the case had been settled, antf there would be judgment for the plaintiff for £500. Charles Elliott is the79 words
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1544 1931-06-06 12 LEAGUE ACTIVITIES Singapore the International Clearing House "In these days of rapid transit it will be readily understood that the health of the people of one country is to a certain extent dependent on the health of the people of other countries with whom1,544 words
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Article80 1931-06-06 12 TOUR OF FAR EAST Wife to Accompan> ]rr) on Trip 180 MILKS AN HOI K l»| M I Router's Service Washington. f u 4 Lindbergh, the trans-Atlantic By, ning a flight across the Pacific bef< i of June, after which hv will n tour of the80 words
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Article92 1931-06-06 12 Birthday Party at Buckhivrhm Palace I British Radio— Official S» rv. feajfey i < The Kint;, who w:is <;<> yaoterda] vate birthday party at Buekinph -r day. The Quern, the Moot Of Wale and Dueh.ss of York. Prinrvss M Earl of Harewood. the Dllkc Ol Prince George and92 words
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Article74 1931-06-06 12 Ottawa Oatherinjr Maj be Postponed ißeuter's Service I Lniulo i r 4 Reuter undent.mds that wrll-r rnte4 pi m London think the Imperial Benn fererce. dv" tr begin at Ottawa In Am will b n pos'poned. It was intended that the Oonfert continue th? circus- i^n* starti;! -it74 words
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Article933 1931-06-06 13 Plenty of Good Cricketers Who Are Never Seen I am sure that if Messrs. T. A. Higson, P. A. Perrin and P. P. Warner find it possible to carry out their duties as selectors for the Test Trial games of 1931 and 1932. the choice of these three933 words
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Article435 1931-06-06 13 The Passing Over of Asad Hussain News has reached Calcutta, through the Statesman's special correspondent at Home, regarding the Indian nominees for Wimbledon which will be widely discussed In this country, (says a Calcutta message of May 22). I refer to the extraordinary and entirely unexpected action of435 words
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Article224 1931-06-06 13 International Women's Crew to Meet [From Our Own Correspondent] London, May 7. The first official international rowing race between women's crew-s to be organised m this country was decided upon at a meeting of the Women's Amateur Rowing Association. The challengers are Poland. Two years ago England cent a224 words
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Advertisement307 1931-06-06 13 Growing Children jBBMSMk need extra Fttamins EgjSiifiEJM To prevent them from RottwSS H outgrowing their strength/ I^^^^i^ B r augment the diet with an L^^^Lf II occasional course of E^^SS m I 'KEPLER'— Ri|| Cod Liver Oil with ©sates W Malt Extract Rd Jf Contains Vitamins A, B and D307 words
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Advertisement842 1931-06-06 14 Blue Funnel line REGULAR PASSENGER CARGO SERVICES. EXPRESS SERVICE MARSEILLES, LONDON A N. CONTINENT FORTNIGHTLY. WEEKLY SERVICE LONDON AND N. CONTINENT. Twice Monthly Service Liverpool and Glaapm. (Via Gene* and Havre). Route subject to alteration without notice. WEEKLY SERVICE LONDON AND N. CONTINENT Dm. Sail*. MENEBTHEUB For London, Rotterdam and842 words
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Advertisement556 1931-06-06 14 Ellerman Bucknall Steamship Co., Ltd* dnoorponrted In Bigtand) "ELLERMAN" LINE PASSENGER AND FREIGHT SERVICES TO UNITED KINGDOM AND CONTINENT. (VIA POSTS AND SUEZ CANAL). OUTWARDS. TO HONG KONG, SHANGHAI AND JAPAN. Steamer sa SERBINO "^"TT" 1 June 14 HOMEWARDS. bjl CITY OF BATAVIA For Havre, London, Rotterdam and Hamburg June556 words
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Advertisement411 1931-06-06 14 P. 6r» O. British Indii and Apcar Lin» (Incorporated In England). MAIL, PASSENGER AND CARGO SERVICES. PENINSULAR AND ORIENTAL S N Co UNDER CONTRACT WITH HIS MAJESTY'S GOVERNm Pv LONDON AND FAR EAST MAIL SERVICE OUTWARDS FROM LONDON FOR CHINA JAPAN. Tonnage. Singapore. l) <* Tonna««. N. njUl)Ort 1931. SOUDAN411 words
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Advertisement682 1931-06-06 15 f0 NAPLES, AHHEllA^ is^^ io A^^t t ROTTERDAM AND X MARU T 10.000 June 1« jy 5 SUWA MARU TlO 700 Aue 13 14 ESHIMA MARU T 10.000 July 2 3 .PUSHIMI MARU T. 11 000 Aulll 28 NI MARU T 12.C00 July 15 16 HAKOZAKI MARU T ***** SonT682 words
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Advertisement449 1931-06-06 15 T OF FAMOUS €#i PRESIDENT LINERS. |(f IO MARSEILLES, NEW YORK AND BOSTON, FROM SINGAPORE AND PENANG via COLOMBO. SULZ PORT SAID, ALEXANDRIA. NAPLES AX;) GiSOA. Arrive Leave Leave Arrive Singapore. Singapore. Peuang. New York. Pie* MUmure June 8 June 11 June 1j July j, Pres Monroe Jun« 22 June449 words
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Advertisement729 1931-06-06 15 K. P. M. KONINKLYKE PAKETVAART MAATSCHAPPIJ. I ROYAL PACKET NAVIGATION COMPANY OF BATAVIA J (Incorporated m Holland.) UNDER CONTRACT WITH THE NETHERLANDS INDIAN GOVERNMENT Telephone No. 5451, with sub-connections to. Passage, Freights. Transhipment, Marine Departments and J Managers desk. representatives m the Straits Settlements (Singapore and Penan* > of the729 words
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Article373 1931-06-06 16 If One P.M. Becomes 13 O'clock— Sir Prank Dyson, the Astronomer-Royal, is a keen supporter of the proposal to adopt the 24-hours clock for official purposes that is, the clock which goes on after mid-day to 13, 14 and up to 24, instead of starting at one again.373 words
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Article277 1931-06-06 16 Second m Professional Examination A Surrey woman has gained the second place m the final professional examination of the Auctioneers' and Estate Agents' Institute. The result of the Institute's annual examinations, show that out of 698 candidates. 428 were successful. In the final examination Walter Norman Read, of277 words
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Article258 1931-06-06 16 A Royal Academy Incident of a picture taken off the wall for contravening the Academy rules is receiving attention. A sixteen-year-old boy sent m a picture which was found to be so near an illustration m Stevenson's "Treasure Island" that the Academy rated it as a copy and258 words
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Article68 1931-06-06 16 The 25-mile walk around Maidenhead, was arranged at their own request for some of the war-blinded men of St. Dunstan's by the Maidenhead Cycling and Athletic Club. Sixteen competitors, five of whom were totally blind, took part m the race, which was started under ideal conditions by68 words
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Advertisement518 1931-06-06 16 Bums Philp Line. (Incorporated m Australia). FOR BRISBANE, SYDNEY AND MELBOURNE via JAVA, DARWIN AND THURSDAY ISLAND. Regular monthly tailings by the well-known steamer MARELLA (7,375 tons) and the S.S. MANGOLA (3,352 tons). [Cargo only.] a*. MARELLA to one of the largest and finest steamers trading to Australia Cabins de518 words
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Advertisement555 1931-06-06 16 KERR STEAMSHIP Co. w (Incorporated m U.BJL) GENERAL AGENTS. NEW YORK SERVICE. Regular Freight Service to Boston, New York Philadelphia and Baltimore (via Suez). Doe Sails M*. SILVERWILLOW In Port June 8 T, MA SILVERYEW June 16 June 2a JuJy M.S. SILVERCYPRESS July 7 July 1S July M.S. SIL\-ERWALNUT Julj555 words
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Advertisement128 1931-06-06 16 cgMjSkis LWOOLD TPAVEt SERVICE For Everything Appertaining to Travel, Banking and Freight Apply 39, Robinson Road, Singapore. Tele. 5907. BIBBY LINE. [LONDON ADDRESS 22, PALL MALL, LONDON. S.W.I. lof fast twin-screw Oil Drive Mail Passenger Vessels betwi RANGOON, COLOMBO. M/lgHWlitt PLYMOITII AND LONDON with through connection Iron Btaf^> and Penan*.128 words
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Miscellaneous680 1931-06-06 16 MAIL DESPATCHES BY TRADi Kuala Pahang, Pekan, Sungei T and Kuantan (via Oemas and Jerantut> every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. aJD. Bangkok every Thursday 6 aon. Kota Tinggi, Seremban, Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh, Taiplng. Penang and Ke4ah and Lower 81am 6 ajn. Kelantan every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 6 PJB.680 words
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Article37 1931-06-06 17 V PH.\ PROM KELANTAN: An arbitrary of ton of 20 cwt. has been fixed on K.-iantan packed in bags on through to Boston. New York, and North tlixtive as from the 6th. June, W'37 words
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Article639 1931-06-06 17 Worst Year Ever Kxperienced HO was. without doubt, the worst trade lias ever experienced, liners, foboat owners all being equally mtortunately. the present year so shown any improvement, states The directors of the Hamburg- Norddeutscher Lloyd Companies Ibfl working for the twelve i permit of the639 words
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Article74 1931-06-06 17 London, May 14. Sydney m 27 days is the promise 1 Canadian Pacific Railway ComJ new palatial liner Empress of her regular trips. It will take the Atlantic, three days across and 19 days across the Pacific v Aorangl hat business people will be abl* U«74 words
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Article263 1931-06-06 17 Italian Salvage Vessel Guernsey, May 6. The Italian steamer Rafflo sank this afternoon off Sark while operations were being carried out for the salving of the valuable cargo of copper ore of the French steamer Jeanne-Marie, which was sunk during the War. The Rafflo was four263 words
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Article355 1931-06-06 17 A Comparison with Germany One of the paragraphs m the Report of the Hamburg Am?rica Line just published is of 1 great interest to officers m the British Merchant Navy. It reads M follows: "The German shipping business has to rely entirely upon its i own resources whilst355 words
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Article201 1931-06-06 17 Question of Tropical Allowances In the House of Commons m mail week Mr. Hore-Belisha asked the First Lord of the Admiralty if he could explain the conditions under which tropical allowance can be drawn by naval ratings serving m the submarine flotilla on the China201 words
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Article157 1931-06-06 17 Totals for the March Quarter Returns compiled by the Liverpool Underwriters' Association show that during the quarter ended March 31 last there were posted m the Loss Book as lost six British vessels, of 9,177 tons gross, and 36 foreign vessels, of 81,394 tons gross. liiese figures157 words
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Article835 1931-06-06 17 The Indifference of Passengers On Sunday, November 16, at 11 a.m., boat drill was held, at which the passengers were expected to attend, but very few did ao. Proper notification had been given that the drill would be called on that day, but apparently the passengers were disinclined835 words
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Article229 1931-06-06 17 Sequel to President Cleveland Collision Two actions, m both of which the Dollar Steamship Lines Inc., Ltd. figure as plaintiff, were postponed m the U.S. Court for China recently. Trial will be resumed on the arrivel of the President Cleveland whose allegedly careless manoeuvring, according to the229 words
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Article24 1931-06-06 17 The Mount Desert Rock lighthouse, about 27 miles from the coast of Maine, is 100 years old, and Is now about to be modernised.24 words
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Advertisement197 1931-06-06 17 The B9ew J l J> SCENIC ROUTE \V Thr °S^ lfatln^^ WoitAerlaiid— The Canadian Rockies Cross Canada from Vancouver by the route of *fc* > feal^n^v^ eaSie MafcV» n i X rt leeI ee the hi Bhest Canadian Rocky peaks and the rugged wonde-s of Jasper National PaTk For Booklets197 words
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Advertisement173 1931-06-06 17 NOKDDEUTSCHER £sJto LLOYD. Jjp^aAfs^ Germany). The undernoted are the Company*! intended fixtures: OUTWARDS. i ODER For Hong Kong, Shanghai. Taku. Dalny, Tsingtau and Kobe Juno SCHLESIEN For Yokohama, Kobe, Osaka, Moji and Hankow June 11 SAARBRUCKEN For Manila, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Taku. Dalny and Tsingtau Juno tl t ANHALT For173 words
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Article106 1931-06-06 18 The following programmes of music will be j broadcast by the studio orchestra of Radio Saigon, under the direction ci M. Andre Soyer. this week-end: TO-DAY March of the French Archers. L. Greyh. Fantasy on The Geisha. S. Jones: Violoncello solo by Simone Chef nay: By the Waters106 words
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Article234 1931-06-06 18 Man Who Saw Duke of Connaught Married Windsor, May 2. Mr. Henry Carpenter is abjut to retire from the position of Sacristan at St. George's Chapel Windsor Castle, after more than 50 years' self Ice. "I was at Canton Pearson's four years before I was234 words
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Article111 1931-06-06 18 The L.C.C.'s estimate of thy ccrit of education shows that during the financial year 1931--32 £12,537.840 is to be spent. To the extent of £11.851,365 the expenditure is chargeable to the Education Account, including £0.043 m eespect of the control of employment of children. The remainder is clnrg2.ib'2111 words
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Article1315 1931-06-06 18 WIRELESS NOTES Compulsory Order Receivers must Incorporate Screen Grid Stage [BY OUR WIRELESS CORRESPONDENT] TPHE powers that b? dropped a bombshell a I 'iv weeks back by announcing fhit no Mraight sets are to b? used m this country from next year. This lather higVvhandt»d >Ot1,315 words
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Advertisement289 1931-06-06 18 Bi SJff If yon are a sufferer frmn JBf Iv zema, Ringworm, Sore-, \9 Itching Kruptions, Rashes, or any form of skin disease B| use D.D.D. Prescription. Just H a few drops of this marvellous lotion and you have instant relief. Irritation and pain goes at once, and a few289 words
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Advertisement519 1931-06-06 18 BANKING. CHARTERED BANK OF INDIA, AUSTRALIA AND CHINA. (Incorporated m England by Royal Charter) Paid up capital m 600,000 shares of £5 each C 3,000,000 Reserve Fund £4.000.000 Reserve Liability of Proprietors £3 000,000 HEAD OFFICE: 38. Eishopsgate, London, E.C. 2. Agencies and Branches: A lor Star Hong Kong Saigon519 words
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Advertisement339 1931-06-06 18 BANKING. MERCANTILE BANK 0!< INDIA, LTD. Incorporated m England > Capital tt.MQjMO Subscribed i 800,000 Paid-up 050.000 Reserve Fund and Raat 1.66»>84:> BO.^RD OF DIRECTORS J. II Ryife, Esq. Chairman. P. R. Chalmer:,. Esq., Charles J. Bambro J O Robinson, flag W. H. Shrlford, Esq Sir Thomai Catto. Bart Sir339 words
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Advertisement258 1931-06-06 18 INSLRANCK THE SOUTH BRITISH INSURANCE COMPANI FIRE. MARINE, mi n AND MOTOR CAIi INSURANCE ACCBRI I OWEST CURRENT L C. MARGOLIOUTI. Office: 2, PinlafkOß i^-rsonal Amli; r PATAL ACCIDENTS are m HAVE you made provi.vori for I >f your dependents should overtake you? IT only costs $15 yt arly to258 words
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Article617 1931-06-06 19 Considerations on Estate qu^tion Having arisen as to the price level at which it will become incumbent on tfta. U> do*, the estate to normal tapping operations, and to change over whl£ h^ .1 > What Is the average cost of production to graduated staces- What617 words
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Article120 1931-06-06 19 LYALL EVATT'S DAILY REPORT Singapore, June 5. lets continue quirt, but more rumours esponsflrie for a firmer rubber market. iiu-what unexpectedly was reported un--1 abroad and down locally to-day, a intttf Of 250 tons changing hands at Tliere \g slightly nure enquiry to- udais can be taken at 95. also120 words
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Article79 1931-06-06 19 Singapore, June 5. »'k has passed quietly with prices detom 9^, to 91,. and closing to-day at and Liverpool stocks showed small •f 407 and 174 tons, respectively, durk ♦-nding May 30th. The former now 532 tons the latter 54.622 tons. '1 market to-day is firm with sellers79 words
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Article121 1931-06-06 19 Dutch Report Said to be Completed London. May 28. Messrs. Symington and Sinclair allege that t&c Dutch Rubber Committee's rvpor; uas airrady been handed to th° authorities. [A cable from The Hague on Muy 15. stated: An important meeting of rubber growers conV -ned by the Colonial Minister,121 words
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Article131 1931-06-06 19 LEWIS PEAT'S WEEKLY REPORT Singapore. June 5. Malayan shipments were considered rather high at 44.281 tons, and prices sagged w consequence; however, at the lower levels, sellers were reserved and .itclc business passed. Revised estimates of American consumption for May and a better feeling on the New York Stock Exchange131 words
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Article435 1931-06-06 19 To- Day' s Price Changes. EXCHANGE RATES PRODUCE June 5 SELLING London. 4 months' sight 3(3 27|32 London, 3 months' sight 2 j3 I3|l« London, 60 days' sight 2 j3 25|32 London, 30 days' sight 3(3 3(4 London, demand 2 j 3 23 i 32 London. T. T. 2)3 nil435 words
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Article941 1931-06-06 19 FRIDAY. JUNE »TH «IX>SIKG QCOTATIONK A*»am Kumbant <£> If* 31* Austral Malay (f> !«a «d Xs Ayer Hit*m Tin (fe> 11s Ik Bangrin Tin (£> )ls 3d 1% Id Sat&ng Padang ft 4 10 16 Batu Caves ($1) 36 30 norn Bukit Arang ($1) iO 40 a«m941 words
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Article125 1931-06-06 19 Acreage Not Being Tapped (Estates of 100 Acres And Over. S.S. P.MS. Return of acreages out of tapping for the month of Aprtt N«te:-Areas rested due to the adoption of A.B.C and similar sy.st-ms of tr.ppin* m SS and P.MS, during April (not included m the above125 words
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Article109 1931-06-06 19 Changes m Representative Prices i United Press Association New York. June 4. American Can Common 100 7 S Cities Service <Com.i l\% Columbia Gas and Electric 25 Curtis Wright 2* 4 Electric Bond and Share Corp 36 General Electric Co. 40^ General Motors 35.^ National City109 words
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62 1931-06-06 19 June sth., 12 o'clock noon. Buyers Sellers. R.S.S. equal to London Standard. Spot 9T v Standard R.S.S. on Tender Jun.' 9', 10 July 10 10 1 July-Sept 10', 10\ Oct-Dec. 10 10", Tone ni Market: Firm Sellers reserved. Latest Cable:— London Spot sheet 3d. pur62 words
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Article14 1931-06-06 19 'Yet, il you abolish distance, you aboh-.i pleasure a.s well as hindrance." Ivo^J Brown.14 words
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Article162 1931-06-06 19 Increased Efficiency and Cheap Production [FREE PRESS SERVICE— COPYRIGHT f London, June 5. Ac the annual meeting of Java United Rubber the Chairman expressed the belief that th«» depression would ultimately benefit the industry since it was creating increased efficiency and teaching estates how to produce cheap! v162 words
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Article213 1931-06-06 19 Mr. Dove Opposed to Outside Interference I From Our own Correspondent i Ipoh, Jure .1. Kloni Chang Tir lOn« 1 930 Ltd held [their second aniui- 1 pwrflu t ip,,i, wh n -Mr. Dove, pre-idn^. Utteied >om blunt words on the tin position. He said the industry213 words
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Article109 1931-06-06 19 Deputation to Perak Resident I From Our Own Corrvspundenr i Ipoh. 'm..- 5. The Perak Chinese to-day sent a deputation to the British Resident concerning Krie\ance» as to the tin quota the result of which Ls not definitely known 1 U is understood that thtChinese have hitherto expected109 words
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Advertisement47 1931-06-06 19 Assets exceed $12,000,000 Assurance m force over £58,000,000 The Great Eastern life Assurance Co., LtA (Incorporated In the Straits Settlements.) HEAD OFFICE: Winchester House, Singapore LONDON OFPICE: 27. Old Jewry, EC zzLrzrzzz' AGENTS WANTED Secretary Managing Director O. C. KNOX Actuary: H. W. RAPER A ROBINSON, P.I.A.47 words
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Advertisement66 1931-06-06 19 1 1 nm '»cc I I A.D .72Q I g WOO^IWATrO M CNQLAND §V ROYAi CHARTER^% S S S FIRE MARINE LIFE MOTORCAR. S l{ Insurance with unquestionable secarity, reasonable rates S S snd prompt settlements. Established over 200 years. uj Agencies throughout Malaya. uj 1 1 Branch Office H_66 words
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Article265 1931-06-06 20 Argentine Player Takes the Lead PRINCE'S CONGRATULATIONS (Reuter's Service] London, June 5. Carnoustie had a royal day to-day, one of the biggest occasions m the history of the little Porfarshire town, where the intense interest m the mo&t thrilling battle for the British open golf title for years265 words
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Article62 1931-06-06 20 Cotton and the Ryder Cup Asked on the eve of the departure of the Ryder Cup team whether he would play for the British team with the conditions unchanged Cotton replied: "I am sorry but I cannot play." The condition causing the trouble is that necessitating the62 words
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Article269 1931-06-06 20 Cameronian Adds to Notable List What I liked most about Carr.oronian, m estimating his chances m the Derby, (says a home writer was the stout-hearted way he ran out the Guineas. At least *lis stamina and his ability to last out a mile-and-a half cannot be questioned.269 words
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Article54 1931-06-06 20 [Router's Servicel New York, June 5. Latest baseball results ar? as follow: Chicago 6. Brooklyn 4. Cincinnatti 5. Philad?lphia 2. Pittsburgh 2. Boston 1. St. Louis 6, New Yorlc 5. NATIONAL LEAGUE New York 6, St. Louis 8. Boston 2, Cleveland 10. Philadelphia 4, Chicago 1. "Washington 5,54 words
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Article114 1931-06-06 20 Invited to Visit Japan with Other U.S. Players Boston, May 18. Mr. Yoshiyuki Kagami, a Japanese baseball enthusiast, to-day was attempting to negotiate plans under which Babe Ruth, of the N-w York Yankees and thirteen other American major league baseball players will conduct a "barnstorming" tour of Japan.114 words
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Article213 1931-06-06 20 Czecho-Slovakia Beat Italy I Reuter's Service] London, Jane 5. At Eastbourne to-day m the Davis Cup third round Britain beat South Africa by 3 matches to nil, and qualified to meet Japan m the European zone semi-final. Hughes and Perry beat P. D. B. Spence and Farquharson213 words
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Article33 1931-06-06 20 Czecho-Slovakia Reach Semi-Final I*ragne. June 5. In the Davis Cup third round Czecho-Slova-kia beat Italy by 3 matches to nil and thus qualified to meet Denmark m the European zone semi-final.33 words
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134 1931-06-06 20 The following are the starting times for the qualifying round of the above competition to be played to-day at Keppel Links. P.M. 2.00 J. Hodgins vs. L. Rappa. 2.05 F. H. McL. Young vs. R. Craik. 2.10 C. N. W. Joyce vs. R. D. Fin Jay.134 words
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Article87 1931-06-06 20 Keppel Champion Joins the Elect Playing a practice round with Mr. Gifford Hull at Keppel on Thursday evening Mr. R. Craik. the Keppel Golf Club champion, did the sixth hole in one. The usual penalty was duly paid. This is the second time this hole has been87 words
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Article182 1931-06-06 20 YESTERDAYS RESULTS Men's Doubles Walmsley and Fr'.ls owe 30 beit Cooke and Hough owe 15, 4 6, 6 3. 6 4 Merton Brown mi Bowmin owe 15 beat Kilburn and Vignoles owe 2. 5 7. 6 2. 6 2. Ladies* Doubles Mrs. Kilburn and Mr:;. Vir182 words
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Article105 1931-06-06 20 S.C.C. Ist XI vs. Malays The following have been invited to play Association football for S.C.C Ist. XI vs. Malays on Tuesday on the Padang: E. Cherringtorr J. G Glasgow. C. Thornton; D. R. Harper, A X Reade. A. Donald; R. A P. Brown, E. A mat Kenda!l M105 words
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Article77 1931-06-06 20 YESTERDAY'S RACE 1,000 Guineas Winner Runs Second [Reuter's Service] London, June 5. The Oaks Stakes (for three year old fillies) was run at Epsom this afternoon and resulted as follows: Lt.-Col. C. W. Birkin's BRULETTE 1 Lord Ellesmere's POUR COURSE 2 Mr. W. M. G. Singer's77 words
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Article222 1931-06-06 20 The P.S. and L. did not sustain such another early collapse as when they met the Etceteras m the opening game m their second tournament match against the Merchants which began on the S.C.C. Padang yesterday evening but, nevertheless, the scoring was dreadfully slow and222 words
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Article194 1931-06-06 20 The following will be the teams m the annual Past v Present Rafflesian match to be played on the Raffles School ground to-day commencing at 2 p.m.: Past G. R. Oehlers (Capt): W. A. Keyt, Dr. V. C. Norris, C. Richards. G. Armstrong, E. G. Wheatley, E. Ganno,194 words
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Article94 1931-06-06 20 Singapore to Meet Negri Sembilan To-day Singapore meet Negri Sembilan at Seremban this afternoon m the opening match of the southern section of the Malaya Cup. The teams will be as follows: Negri Sembilan: Goh Wee: Gooch and Marimuttu; Cruickshank, Muthu and Santa Maria; Pinto, Crawford. Eng Guan,94 words
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Article150 1931-06-06 20 Song Given Decision Over Chua Lai The following are the results of last night's boxing, which was held at the Lion City Ring, •before a fairly large attendance. S. Nagato won on points from Teddy Fong. Y. Bentura won on points from Kid Song. Norry (Joe) Diamond150 words
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Article64 1931-06-06 20 On Sunday, the "B" Class will sail the second and last of a series of races for the Lembergsr Challenge Cup. The start will be at 10 am and the course will be posted m the usual position on the morning of the race. For the "A" Class there64 words
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Article116 1931-06-06 20 Yorkshire and Gloucester Declare at 4 TWO BALLS FOR TWO INNINGS [Reuter's Service] London, June 5. Cricket struck an exceedingly bright vein at Sheffield to-day, where, after two blank days, Yorkshire and Gloucestershire seemed to have nothing m prospect but a dreary draw. With the object of116 words
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Article644 1931-06-06 20 Kent Share Fate of Champions and Gloucestershire Following up th€ir sensational victories over Lancashire at Worcester and Gloucestershire at Stourbridge, by 126 and 101 runs respectively. Worcestershire sprang their third susprise at Worcester on Thursday, when they defeated Kent, the championship leaders, by five wickets. Last season Worcestershire644 words
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Article40 1931-06-06 20 SEMI-FINALS Monday, at 6.15 p.m.: A. D. Baker and C. M. Van Cuylenburg vs. A. F. Hunter and T. M. Calhaem; E. A. Hudson and H. A. Bassett vs. Capt. D. V. Hill and H. 1,. Hopkin.40 words
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Article31 1931-06-06 20 The annual sports of the Geylang English School will be held this afternoon, commencing at 2.45. Mrs.' M. R. Holgate has kindly consented to present the prizes.31 words
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