The Singapore Free Press and Mercantile Advertiser (1884-1942), 9 January 1932
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The Singapore Free Press and Mercantile Advertiser (1884-1942)
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Title Section17 1932-01-09 1 The Singapore Free Press NO. 13,539. ESTABLISHED 1835. SINGAPORE, S£. SATURDAY, JANUARY 9, M 32 10 CENTS.17 words
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Article484 1932-01-09 1 The terms of the American Note on the i Mar^huria situation have now been made known to the Pcwers concerned although the Note itself has not been received m many eases. The question of the open door policy is said to be involved Page 11. For the484 words
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Article1119 1932-01-09 1 Quicquid agunt homines nostri rst farrago Llbetli Juvrnal. Judging by to-day's cables Washington seems to be waking up to what Tokio means by willingness to meet China half-way, namely that that readme: <= is only to be measured m miles. The League ar? to be congratulated1,119 words
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Advertisement170 1932-01-09 1 BIGIA TEA Hring-s the freshness I and fragrance of the Malayan gardens direct to your home. RAFFLES HOTEL EXCELLENT ACCOMMODATION WITH MODERN SANITATION ————i mm TinVi DASCE MUSIC TO-NIGHT Sunday, Jan 10th. fl U, 280 pm STBCIAI. ORCHESTKAL RIJSTTAFEL DENNBR In the Grill AND CONCERT 1 to 3 p.m. DANCE170 words
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Advertisement250 1932-01-09 1 THE EUROPE HOTEL TOalVTfirHT SUNDAY CONCERT PROGRAMME Offlfl^r Concert Val&e A TOI Waldteufel OflCtfifl MJTMMMMg^M The New SuUivan selection arr. Godfrey fill A rtdnnt* Morceau de Concert PLEADINGT Wood ailu l^ailWC Potpourri PLEASANT MEMORfISs Oodln NO EXTRA CHARGE FOR AFTER Interral 10 Minutes. DINNER DANCING Qverture LU6TCPIEL Kelar-Beia Gavotte THB250 words
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Advertisement121 1932-01-09 1 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS Why 1,750.000 people choose Frigidaire— Page 7. Apply to Guthrie for particulars of Milners' safes Page 10. Sec Little's coffee exhibit at Stand 6 m the Exhibition— Page 10. F. and N. have gained international honours In London Page 20. Travel m Canada and America by Canadian National121 words
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Advertisement11 1932-01-09 1 There is no better Tea than BIGIA TEA GROWN IN MALAYA11 words
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Article280 1932-01-09 2 Excellent Melodrama at The Alhambra Those who like a picture which is thrilling from start to finish should not miss The Phantom of Paris. It Is an M.G.M. production with tbe versatile John Gilbert at the head of a strong cast. In this picture he gives ample280 words
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Article185 1932-01-09 2 Municipal Temporary Allowances to Go At a meeting of the Penang Municipal Commissioners Mr. Bryant laid on the table the report of the SUb-Commlttee appointed to consider the question of temporary allowances. The Sub-Committee consisted of the President Dr. J. E. Smith, Messrs. E. Newbold. H.185 words
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Advertisement492 1932-01-09 2 BUSINESS CARDS. MARBLE MERCHANTS. SINGAPORE CASKET CO. Non. lAS, Penhas Road, all Lavender Street— Phone G075. BE PHOTOGRAPHED BY H. NUGENT BUCKERIDGE fliClMßt CUw Werk— Lowe»t Rates. LAIDLAW BUILDING— 'Phone 7898. CAIRNHOLM PRIVATE HOSPITAL 55, Cairnhill Road, Singapore. Open to patients under the care of their own doctor. European Sisters.492 words
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Advertisement454 1932-01-09 2 TENDERS. SINGAPORE MUNICIPAI NOTICE TENDERS. NOTICE to hereby given that tenders an; now Invited far title following materials or services and that particulars of such tenders may be obtained In the Tender Robin, Municipal Offices I Erection of 14 Blocks of Coolie Lines, Henderson Road: Date of Closing 4 p.m.,454 words
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Advertisement542 1932-01-09 2 jJO^M B- J^L M^^^^^^^^f 7 Mf U Stomach Gr*M«l .-■*.Jjr f! ,'.;-i^» Al£Mtf^^A..aßotH cause i>«a*tot--« Jf J y^^^^^^^^^K^-^^U^^f*^ o^ •■->>"" I »rreo«tk*-o<» t -^r-Vl Conquer v h I Nerve troubles I JL Loss of nerve-strength may result m such m!inl!fn»iiffi?^M seemingly different complaints as listless fffi»2M//4 Va» ness, stomach troubles,542 words
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Advertisement237 1932-01-09 2 An Ideal New Year Gift SINGAPURA SORROWS By R. N. WALLING. -A SERIES OF VIVID FEN-MC TUBES OF UFE Of THK QKM SABTE2N CITY." The Journal of the Institute o/ JounmHrtt. DeHg*ut*Us written, with charmlnf humo%r."—BUMMDOf Fr» Pr»*^ •tt is to this rtai Singapore that the author has gone, with237 words
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Miscellaneous185 1932-01-09 2 THK WEKK rr Saturday. 9th. High Water 10.42. 9.8 ft. Manufacturers' Exhibition. Tanjong Paf<u Photographic Exhibition. Capitol Ballroom. Rugby: S.C.C. vs. Gloucesters, Padang. S. Johore vs. Gloucester XV. J. Bahru. Bockey: Chinese vs. 8.C.C.. Anson Rd. H.K.S. Battery vs. 1.A.. Blakan Mati. Sunday. 10th. High Water 00.32. 8 9 ft..185 words
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Article1023 1932-01-09 3 SURVEY AT SHANGHAI Godowns Crammed with Goods Witn t-ht docks and godowr^ ot the Chinese treaty ports* crowded with over 800.000 tons of "frown" freight of every description from the mills and factories of Japan, the present antijiij>anese boycott has resulted, so far, m a loss1,023 words
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Article, Illustration633 1932-01-09 3 TEMPLE RENOVATION Hindu Advisory Hoard's Action [By Our Indian Correspondent] It Is gratifying to hear that the Hindu Advisory Board la taking up with the Hindu and Mohammedan Endowment Board the question of tne delay on the part of the latter body m commencing the work633 words
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Article65 1932-01-09 3 Great Western Railway's Scheme London, Dec. 29. Increased employment will be offered by the expenditure of nearly £1,000.000 by the Great Western Railway m the new year on additional rolling stock. A further £108,000 will be spent on station and other improvements, while the wooden viaduct at Ringwood65 words
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Article60 1932-01-09 3 The residence of Mr. and Mrs. J. B. M. Buckworth, 137, Ampang Road. Kuala Lumpur was entered while Mr. and Mrs. Buckworth were at dinner on Monday night, and Mrs. Duckworth's handbag, containing two diamond rin^s, valued at $750 and $250 respectively, a u.pm-md-set gold watch and a gold watch60 words
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Article513 1932-01-09 3 PROHIBITION REPEAL National Revolt Against "Dry" Laws Sew York. Dec. 3. The repeal of the Prohibition law is. at long last, becoming a maj^r issue m Americai politics. A nation-wide revolt agatnst "Dry" I legislation is finding expiefcsion In statement made by prominent political leader*513 words
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Article464 1932-01-09 3 Our Championship may be Won by an Egyptian It is possible thab the amateur squash rackets championship, which will begin on the courst? of the Bath Club to-morrow, will be won, for the first time, by someone who is not British. The Egyptian, P. Amr Bey.H.W - 464 words
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Article54 1932-01-09 3 Mr. B. W. Elles, British Resident of Perak, attains the retiring age of 55 on July 3, this year, :;o that he will doubtle-j? be going on the usual full pay leave three months hence preparatory to retirement. Mr. J. W. Eimmons, Resident of Selangor, will be 55 on JulyT.O.M - 54 words
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Article292 1932-01-09 3 Reptile Expert Challenges Old Theory The old idea that snakes fascinate their prey by the power of the eye is challenged, as it has been many times by other observers, m Mr. E. G. Boulenger's book, "Animal Ways" (Ward, Lock and Co., 7s. 6d.).292 words
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Article312 1932-01-09 3 The Price of Beauty During Fogs The only people who really welcome London fogs are London beauty specialists. I "Every fog that fills the skins and lungs of Londoners with its evil, penetrating filth is followed by a rush of women to the beauty parlours," a312 words
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Article64 1932-01-09 3 Badminton appears to be gaining m popularity m Kuala Lumpur, especially among juvenile Asiatics. In a recent ramble round the town I and environs we observed many "home-made" courts, some m u^e, and others m process of filling and levelling; the whole gives a definite lead to sports dealers toM.M - 64 words
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Article147 1932-01-09 3 Scattered Four Parts to be on Show Together London, Dec. 22. Reuter learns to-day that a famous fifteenth century picture will have its four parts reunited for the second time m five centuries when, with 550 priceless art treasures on view, the French Art Exhibition opens at147 words
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Article73 1932-01-09 3 Retirement of Man With a Hundred Voices London, Dec. 29. Known to criminals all over London as the man of a hundred voices, Inspector Keen of Scctland Yard has retired after twenty-seven years of service. He is a keen master of disguise with ability to change his73 words
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Article51 1932-01-09 3 The Sunday Pictorial, In a dissertation on the virtues of the papaya, commits itself to the fallowing:— "The natives declare also that a pig tied by the leg to the tree Ls found at liberty the next day. but on three legs, as the tree j will have eaten the51 words
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Article169 1932-01-09 3 Alleged Violation by Germany Berlin, Dec. 29. The German Pre r -s Is greatly incensed at th« latest attempt of the Paris Matin and other French newspaper.? to revive the myth of secret German armaments by citing a statement alleged to have been made by a French scientist169 words
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Article63 1932-01-09 3 Basil Dean's Appeal to Government London, Dec. 2A "England has the best artistes, the beat authors and the best stories m the world," sai* Basil Dean, the British film producer, at Film Studio luncheon to-day." Mr. Dean was pleading for the aid of v Government department m63 words
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Article25 1932-01-09 3 A commission as Second- Lieutenant In th%r Straits Settlement, Volunteer Force has bee-* granted to M». Philip Hownrd Bprton, wlll» from Dtcrmber 12th, 1931, Inclusive.25 words
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Advertisement131 1932-01-09 3 55.56 MILES PER HOUR. Big uSf y*nt iTih^ Bl^^li^^avj*^- r i p < j t f *il?i t^« *"1^ t■* y *.2Ti t ?_C^s^U>^^^P*^* *'*tBHBB™^' "^^lCS** i'» c"* •-X *-Sfc^Jr J p ''^dSwtf Jftt f^f^^^^^J^^£j^By*w^^'- --wi^'j. w +^m I J **w >^fc-^. j^Pv^ THE WORLD'S RECORD FOR OUTBOARD MOTORS JUST131 words
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Article, Illustration1151 1932-01-09 4 \By Dutch Air Mail A NO SUMMER SEASON Dog Racing In the Days of Charles I fFrom Our Own Correspondent I London, Dec. 22. At a special meeting of the members of the Leicestershire Cricket Club, Lieutenant-Colonel C. G. Oliver, chairman, said the expenditure of the1,151 words
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Article113 1932-01-09 4 The third senseless outrage since October has been committed at W&Uington Hall, Cambo. Northumberland, the home of Sir Charles Trevelyan. a former Minister of Education, and ex-Labour M.P. for Central Newcastle. This time four stone gargoyles m the grounds, the south door of the house and an old sun-dial have113 words
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Article811 1932-01-09 4 AUSTRALIAN AIR MAIL Tribute to Kingsford Smith (From Our Own Corrwpooaejitj Loaotm, Dec. 17. Air Commodore Kingsford Smith, the "flying Father Christmas" as the papers have called him, arrived at Croydon Aerodrome at 10.30 a.m. on Wednesday (December 10th) brin«in3 with him 50.000 letters from Australia weighing811 words
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Article105 1932-01-09 4 World's Biggest Christmas Lon4«». t"* U The world's biggest Christmas box ram? to" fpmily named Clarke living m the She: district. Since John Clarke died m many years ago hundreds of people n«* [Clarke have fought for the possrviww £1.000.000 and the vast esUtefl he Irlt A Sheffield105 words
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Article84 1932-01-09 4 The following fas a translation of from the Chinese Ministry of Porpltfr M*** 1 "The Publicity Department of the X ;^in 'Central Headquarters has altered M I station by using XQO 39.58 metre* W t casting news and telegrams on i Japanese crisis like Q6T. not wvi casting receiving machines.84 words
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Article141 1932-01-09 4 Sudden Boom after Bad Tear London, Dec. 24. The British public's lavish and light-hearted Christmas spending has revived trade m many quarters, but nowhere more than m theatrical London, which is enjoying a sudden boom after a depressing year of stage failures. No fewer than 43 West-End productions,141 words
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Article100 1932-01-09 4 The HonbLe Colonel Cecil Rae, J.P., and Mrs. Rae have returned to Ipoh after a holiday trip to Rangoon. Colonel Rae describes business m Rangoon as brisk and puts this down to the fact that there is now a big demand for rice from Burma owing to the flood havoc100 words
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Advertisement415 1932-01-09 4 GOODjKrEAR Belting Hose Packing GOODYEAR "THOR" friction surface OOODYBAR "PATHFINDER," friction transmission belting, for high speeds and surface, transmission belting; for lighter small pulleys. loads U d for drives on wnlch the flexing This belt is intended for drives that required is not extremely severe. This subject the belt to415 words
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Advertisement113 1932-01-09 4 Prevent Colds I always put a Formamint tablet m my mouth when Influenza is about and feel sure that that is why I escaped having it for some years." Mr. N.W.CL-E. FORMAMINT prttceti you against infectious disaasss, tuoh aa At mil Influenza, m+r *%%**m too s^neis^P 1 jgji t^e4e4eVL Wvo%s>ei113 words
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Article, Illustration627 1932-01-09 5 FLOATING ON A SWELL A Beachcomber Comedy In Four Shops There are two ways of breaking through a shopping crowd. One is to cry "Fire This to dangerous, and will land you m prison. The other is to create a dlrersion m the627 words
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Article276 1932-01-09 5 Bis Reduction m India Last Year New Delhi, Dec. 18. The annual report of the Chief Inspector of Mines on the working of the Indian Mines Act during the year 1930. which has just been published, shows that the daily average number of persons employed m and276 words
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Article669 1932-01-09 5 IS IT ECONOMY? Melancholy Sight At Cardington It is a very melancholy sight to see a workman with a heavy hatchet smashing through the duralumin framework of the doomed airship R 100. writes Major P. A. de V. Robertson m the Manchester Guardian. Those who love669 words
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Article34 1932-01-09 5 •Amcng those who retired from Government service at the end of last month was Inche Mohamed Nocr Khan. Hospital Assistant. District Hospital. Taiping. who has served the F.M.S Medical Department for over 33 years.34 words
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Article815 1932-01-09 5 Victories for Eastern Counties and Hampshire By Dutch Air Mail] I From Our Own Correspondent I Lti.don. Dec. 21. By defeating Surrey at Portsmouth by on? goal and five tries <20 points) to one goal and one dropped goal (9 points) Hampshire made certain of the South-Eastern championship,815 words
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Article214 1932-01-09 5 The death has tak n pkue at tail residence at Bukit Mertajam. Provinc e HMnhf, of Tuan Haji Muhammad bin Haji Ali. popularly known to the Malay community as 'Pak Haji Muhammad, visiting t-i»rher." at the age of about 70. Owing to his old age, he had been m failing214 words
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Advertisement217 1932-01-09 5 W CROWN fy BOTTLE i I V ti www i"* r\ felfeu IFI I IFn B ij II are a ,v.--i§ J I delicious novelty and the > T^T~ N > lA sim P les t Jellies ever served. lil' I|: They are ready— prepared m a PR^iDWN varie ty217 words
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Advertisement62 1932-01-09 5 I bu she P Ulsti inl("> iv s M I I 7-1 c Hjf/l C W jf I M P her li ah J'X'U u:Hn 'M I T 5 M *l*ya, Sarawak, I 1 7*^s^ 1 SASSOON a CO., S!L "^SHSi"* SINGAPORI ASK FOR IHE NEW COW GATE RUSKS, CRISP62 words
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Article, Illustration2004 1932-01-09 6 By Our Film Correspondent WITH the products o: at least ten of the leading Holly vfood studios being scree: cd -**X full blast by the three leading theatres m ■Singapore, it is obvious thjt any attempt to review the entire programme for one year must2,004 words
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Article794 1932-01-09 6 MOLLIE MERRICK - MOLLIE MERRICK By Successor to Valentino? Hollywood. HPHE hunt for male stars always a de perate one m Hollywood is on with added fervour this ceascn. If lival producers do not find a male star with ruGcient sex appeal to offset the charms »f Clark Gable,Free Press; N.A.N.A. copyright - 794 words
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Article, Illustration942 1932-01-09 6 IVAN SHARPE - IVAN SHARPE (By CONTINENTAL COMICALII I is Goalkeepers who must not be Toiuhed Amazing results have been recorded recently m League football. On one day, Plymouth Argyle won by 6 o at Southampton end Bradford City by s—l5 1 at Tottenham, while Swindon Town beat Luton Town942 words
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Article114 1932-01-09 6 What becomes of the foodstuffs frequently seen in v motion pictures after the scene has been fllmrd:' Tables proving wtth ed»bles. quantities <l peri hable fruits and vegetables, great slabs of steaming meats that are unconsumed when the rceffe ends? Such ford is not wasted. It Ls a114 words
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Article81 1932-01-09 6 D UNN-EILERS FILM STARTED "Dniuf Tt'Hin.'* nfv I* SUly EiUrs and James Duiu and 'Sob BLster' sensations, i m production at the Holly w. I most recent picture. "Ovrr Th they were fontuird with f I the final Rta^es of edltlu« \tr. For "Dance Team* Sally »nu put m \n81 words
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Article166 1932-01-09 7 Dramatic Confession by Clerk m Paris London, Dec. 19. A Paris correspondent says that a dramatic confession is alleged to have been made by Albert Davin, a 25-year-old Parts insurance clerk, who was arrested to-day for the murder of Richard Wall, an American. Attention was drawn to the166 words
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Article111 1932-01-09 7 Miss Joan Bennett and Mr. Gene Markey New York. Dec. 23. Miss Joan Bennett, the popular motion picture actress, and Mr. Gene Markey were married here to-day. The bride, a daughter Of Mr Richard Bennett, the noted actor of the legitimate stage and the motion pictures, is one111 words
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Article118 1932-01-09 7 Government's Stringent Action (British MdtO— -aOrtal Service! Rugby, Jan. 6. Speaking to representatives of the foreign Press m London to-day. Sir John Simon (the Foreign Secretary) said the very .stringent action the Government had had to take lately to maintain currency and to correct the balance of trade118 words
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Article134 1932-01-09 7 Members of an Unlawful Society Twenty-one Boyaner.e, whose ages range from 19 to 32. api>eared before the Second PoUre Magistrate, M G. E. Clayton, on a charge of being members of an unlawful society. Detective Inspector McEwan, giving MMMM said that the accused were arrested at No. 4134 words
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Article84 1932-01-09 7 $50,000 That He Can Beat Dempsey m Six Rounds Boston, M.i^ Dec. 23. Jack Sharkry. the heavyweight champion or the United States, to-day challenged Jack Dempsey. the former heavyweight champion of the world, offering to wager G550.000 he can knock out Dempsey within six rounds. Dempsey "recently said84 words
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Article35 1932-01-09 7 On Sunday. Mr. A. C. Bartholomew of tb* Yukon Gold Company. Ampang, while out hunting, shot a full-crown black leopard at Mr. O Kanavathy's Estate, Damnnsara. A reward wa# paid to him by the Police.35 words
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Advertisement254 1932-01-09 7 V *t* CHOOSE FRIGIDAIRE Jt w ilxv V()U more efficient refrigeration with surprising economy. Refrigeration that can be controlled by means of V the "Cold Control." Refrigeration suitable for vegetables by means of the "Hydrator." V T7 l s dependable and remarkably free from trouble, is always on the job254 words
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Article5079 1932-01-09 8 |H .n safer to take a lighted torch i powder umwuta* than issue this quesMBOnf the merchants of Singapore. s entry into the den of lions would have i play m comparison, but to-day s no longer the City of the Lion; its r bM not5,079 words
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Advertisement177 1932-01-09 8 VISIT I SECTION Q. 1 SINGAPORE i MANUFACTURERS' EXHIBITION I FURNITURE I I FRANKELS t EQUAL V TO THE BEST V LONDON MADE J* FURTHER SHIPMENT OF •I* SHANGHAI SILK UNDERWEAR. i LADIES Z OF f SINGAPORE 4 WE HAVE JUST RECEIVED MAGNIFICENT SELECTION VOF THE FOLLOWINGV 1 GOODS 1177 words
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Advertisement235 1932-01-09 8 wy LOOK AT HER! A SOLID little rock of firm flesh, with fine straight limbs, a beautiful, healthy colour and even, white, good quality teeth. She has the intelligence of the perfect food, which supplies the body and the brain with all those elements that are necessary. She is a235 words
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Advertisement157 1932-01-09 9 VICTORIA THEATRE THE GRANT -ANDERSON COMPANY OF WEST END ARTISTES Will open their Singapore season early this month With Edgar Wallace's latest success "ON THE SPOT" BOOKING: Phone 6903, 9 a.m. to 1 pan. 5 pan. to 9 pan. 615 PAVILION 9.15 MATINEE 3.15 P.M. TO-NIGHT Sweeping Triumph of All-British157 words
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Advertisement251 1932-01-09 9 This is YOUR Week-End Show! In response to numerous r«Hin«»«t.s WARNER BROS., FAMOUS ALL COLOUR OPERETTA VIENNESE NIGHTS Will be shown at the MATINEES TO-DAY and TO-MORROW at 3.15 pjn. Positively last screening m Singapore prior to dispatch to Java. i' 6.15! TO-NIGHT \9jl\ i j "A Brilliant Entertainment" Vide251 words
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Advertisement134 1932-01-09 9 That "Guardsman* fellow is on the way SEAS O N E X T ENDED LAST TWO DAYS TODAY AND TO-MORROW! at 3 6.15 and 9.15 John Gilbert IN "PHANTOM OF PARIS ALSO Laurel Hardy m "CHICKENS come HOME" AN M.— G.— M. PROGRAMME. MONDAY Sally O'Neil Fascinating and frivolous m134 words
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736 1932-01-09 10 SINGAPORE FREE PRESS SATURDAY, JANUARY 9, 1932. AMERICA TAKES THE INITIATIVE At long last the Powers seem to be awakening to the need of plain speaking to Japan m regard to the action which she has deemed it necessary to take for safeguarding, or extending, her interests m Manchuria. To-day's736 words
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Article449 1932-01-09 10 Mr. D. J. Sandys, of the British American robacco Company. Kuala Lumpur, is on a Dusiness trip to Singapore this week-end. A notification m the Gazette states that the Colonial Secretary is satisfied that the Singapore and South Malaya Boy Scouts Association has ceased to exist. Hon. Cadet Lieutenant A.449 words
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Article285 1932-01-09 10 AN IPOH RUMOUR Reason for the Governor's Tour [Prom Our Own Correspondent] I poh. Jan. 8. A startling announcement was given prominence m the Times of Malaya to-day, which st?tes it has reason to bttttVt the present visit of H.E. the Governor to Luxnut is285 words
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Article152 1932-01-09 10 Season Extended Until Sunday So .striking has been the success of the all-Bntish production. Deadlock, new being screened at the Pavilion, that the management lime wisely exterded the season until Sunday. One of the best acted and directed British films that have come to Singapore, Deadlock possesses152 words
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Article123 1932-01-09 10 Judge's Reluctant Judgment Against Mr. Campbell [Prom Our Owji Correspondent I Penan*. Jan. 8. In the Supreme Court to-day Mr. Justice Whitley gave judgment for Italasia Ltd. against Mr. C. O. Campbell, the well-known race horsetrainer. Mr. Campbell was suing the firm for $2,500 damages for alleged123 words
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Article78 1932-01-09 10 YESTERDAY'S TIN AND RUBBER PRICES [FREE PRESS SERVICE— COPYRIGHT] London, Jan. 8. Messrs. Lewis, Lazarus and Son> notify to-day's tin prices as follows Spot £141V 8 (£l4O 11 16). Forward £144V 8 (£143 11 16). The market is steady. Messrs. Symington and Wilson notify to-day's rubber prices as78 words
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Article41 1932-01-09 10 Seriously 111 with Pneumonia I British Radio Official Service] Ru«rby, Jan. 8. Lord Hailsham. the War Secretary, has sent a telegram to the French acting Minister of War. expressing regret and sympathy at the death of M. Maginot.41 words
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Article38 1932-01-09 10 Large Party to Tour South Africa I British Radio Official Servicel RuKby, Jan. 8. A party of 31 boys drawn from 18 British public schools left London to-day for a 64 days' tour of South Africa.38 words
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Article46 1932-01-09 10 Appointments notified In the Government Gazette are as follow: Mr. G. P. Bradney to be Auditor, Straits Settlements and F.M.S.; Mr. A. P. Matthews to be Auditor of Harbour Boards' Accounts and Singapore and Penang Municipal Accounts; the Registrar of Companies to be Registrar of Deeigna.46 words
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Article320 1932-01-09 10 MR. M AIR'S WARNINc Banka and Bolivian j Accumulatinu [From Our Own Oorreep Strange liftht on the Inten is thrown In a letter publish-. of Malaya fr<m Mr. Frank M Is very unfortunate that t). brands of tin ars all lumivd are kncwn as visible320 words
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Article275 1932-01-09 10 European's Cenerous Offer His Creditors In the Bankruptcy Court yesterday »>'/ Mr. Justice a' B Terrell. I Europe.: W. J. Read was publicly t xaminpd bankrupt said he came to Singapore m '.am and had been employed m various n i He was so employed when he coma275 words
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Article159 1932-01-09 10 Ruth Chattcrton at the Capitol Ruth Chattenon\s ptnonaUt) through a story of hiuh morals with the satisfy ti: actress always seems to piv»the Paramount picture vhl the Capitol last nmhfr. ri wronged wife who sacrv her husband's reputation honour. As the American betresa who Britisher and discovers that to159 words
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Advertisement190 1932-01-09 10 KjTVj r, rh/rcumtlch fvtvJ Rudcshenn. §M K^l /■jj H H I Niersteln. 1 Jlv^^Hk B Hi Kflj I"* flfl Xi B Bi -HI s v r > w X CH^BlßL^a SOLE IGENTS CALDBECK MACGREGOR CO., LTD., (Incorporctird under the Companies' Ordinances of Hong Kong.\ {Incorporated m Shanghai) 2«1 CANTONMENT ROAD.190 words
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Advertisement76 1932-01-09 10 ASPARAGUS PANIC IN A CINEMA Somebody must have turned up the lights. What about a "GAFLAC" ACCIDENT POLICY. GENERAL ACCIDENT, FIRE LIFE ASSURANCE CORPORATION, LTD. Hongkong Bank Chambers. Telephone 6480. DOMESTIC OCCURRENCES. BIRTHS. BRISBANE. On January 7th, 1932, at Bis^Bpsgate. Singapore, to Myra Gladys, the wrfe of D. W. Brisbane,76 words
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Article1276 1932-01-09 11 AMERICA'S STERN WARNING TO JAPAN ASSERTION OF TREATY RIGHTS THE NINE POWER TREATY INVOKED "OPEN DOOR" POLICY INVOLVED Matter. regard to the Manchuria situation took a sensation- turn on Thursday, when, fol. owing considerable conjecture „„< < rning imminent action by the United States the State Depart-m.-lit m Washington announced1,276 words
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Article137 1932-01-09 11 Prohibition not Recommended for England I British Radio Official Service Kut: by. Jan. 8. The report of the Licensing Commission, issued last night, records a continuous increase m sobriety m recent years although a certain amount of excessive drinking was found to persist. The recommendations, which include uniform137 words
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Article87 1932-01-09 11 THE BIG FIVJE Good Year-end Balance Sheets fßeuter's Service] London, Jan. 8. A good showing is made by the year-end balance sheets of three out of "the Big Five" banks hitherto published. Westminster Bank declared a final 9 per cent, dividend, making 18 per cent,87 words
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Article252 1932-01-09 11 Death of Lord Kimberley and Marchioness Blandford LKeuters saervicei London, Jan. 8. Death has removed two picturesque veterans of the Peerage. One is the Marchioness Blandford (mother of the Duke of Marlborougii) aged 84, a great Victorian hostess, reputed to have been the original Lady Cortsande252 words
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Article54 1932-01-09 11 Franco-German Negotiations Deferred [Reuters Service J Berlin, Jan. 8. The Franco-German aerial negotiations have been provisionally concluded and will be resumed later The result so far is an understand^ for „o.iing traffic between the European. Balkan nrxl Oriental route;. The projected regular Zep. elm trips to South America54 words
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Article71 1932-01-09 11 CONSUL SHOT SIR M. SHAFI Italian Student's Act m Paris I Reuters Service] Pa hi*. Jan. 8. An Italian student shot the Italian Consul, Signor Oentili. m the leg this morning outside the Consulate, but he was not seriously wounded. The student fled, firing his revolver at the police but71 words
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Article80 1932-01-09 11 V (British Radio Official Service 1 Rugby. Jan. 8. Sir Muhammad Shaft, the Moslem Indian statesman who took a prominent part m the first and second Round Table Conferences m London, died at Lahore yesterday aged 62. He was a member of the Viceroy's Executive Council up to 1924. The80 words
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Article76 1932-01-09 11 Procedure Discussions m London f ßritish Radio Official Service] Rugby, Jan. 8. Mr. Henderson. President of the World Disarmament Conference, yest> rday disbursed questions of procedure with the League SecretaryGeneral, Sir Eric Drummond, who also had conversations with the Prime Minister, Mr. Mac Donald. The Australian delegates at the76 words
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Article63 1932-01-09 11 Lord Hailsham Expresses Regret I British Radio— Official Service 1 Rugby. Jan. S. Mr. William Graham, Pre ident of the Board of Trade m the late Labour Governrrent. who is lying seriously ill with pneumonia at his home m North London, reached a highly critical stage m63 words
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Article265 1932-01-09 11 GRAVE DEVELOPMENT Violent Threat to British Officials f ßeuters Servicej Bombay, Jan. 8. Dr. Ansari. acting President of Congress, has been arrested, which further restricts the activities of Congress, who are trying to force Government to resort to force m order to enlist public sympathy265 words
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Article368 1932-01-09 11 Congress Proposals Not Favoured [Router's Service) Bombay. Jan. 8. A meeting of tfcs managing committee of the Cotter Broker Association failed to reach a decision regarding the proposed Congress boycott of foreign cottcn particularly relating to a boycott of European firms and cessation cf dealing with members of368 words
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Article65 1932-01-09 11 British Delegates to Ethiopia I British Radio Official Service Rugby, Jan. 8. The representatives, who at the request of the Emperor of Ethiopia, are to visit Aby>sinia on behalf of the Anti-Slavery and Aborigines Protection Society to discuss problems arising from the Emperor's decision to abolish slavery65 words
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Article65 1932-01-09 11 Bombed by Korean Assassin IReuter's Par Eastern Service] Tofcio, Jan. 8. A Korean hurled a bomb at the Japanos" Cmper r In the vicinity of the Cherry Gate entrance to the palace to-day. The bomb burst behind the Emperor's carriag? but there were no casualties and the65 words
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Advertisement106 1932-01-09 11 FURNISHING FABRICS WE HAVE AN EXTENSIVE STOCK OF FURNISHING FABRICS, IN EXCLUSIVE DESIGNS AND COLOURINGS. CRETONNES, "SUN DOUR" CASEMENT CLOTH, MADRAS MUSLIMS, SILK DAMASKS, POPLINS, TAPESTRIES, ETC. ETC. WE SHALL BE PLEASED TO SUBMIT COLOUR SCHEMES AND DESIGNS FREE OF CHARGE ROBINSON Co., Ltd. SINGAPORE KUALA LUMPUR. Buy Singapore Cold106 words
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Article1602 1932-01-09 12 EUROPEAN CHARGED Injured Chinese Mysteriously Disappears REMARKABLE FEATURES The mysterious disappearance of a Chinese complainant who was stated to have been knocked down by a car driven by a European m Orchard Road on the night of Dec. 2 and sustained a fracture of the base of1,602 words
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Article327 1932-01-09 12 JAPAN'S COMPETITION No Hope of Former Volume of Trade [Re'utcr'B Service] London, Jan. 7. A scheme for removing from the Lancashire I cotton Industry 10,000,000 surplus spindles and 100,000 looms and the imposition of a levy on firms remaining m the industry has been drawn up by327 words
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Article100 1932-01-09 12 Important Meetings Next Week t ßritish Radio Official Service] Rugby, Jan. 7. The Cabinet will, on Monday, hold its first full meeting since the Christmas holiday to consider the statement of policy which the Prime Minister (Mr. Ramsay Mac Donald) will make at the plenary session of the100 words
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Article1731 1932-01-09 12 MRS. LOH'S SUCCESS Sequel to Tampenis Road Stabbing Case CHINESE ACQUITTED More than usual Interest was displayed m the trial of a young Chinese man charged at the Assize Court yesterday with murder, the reason being that for the first time m the history of the Singapore1,731 words
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Article297 1932-01-09 12 Death of Inventor Who Lost £30,000 rßeuter's Servicel London, Jan. 7. The death is announced of Sir William Milte, investor of the hand grenade of which no fewer than 76.C00.000 were manufactured during the war. Although he has several patents In *he foundry m connection with moulding.297 words
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Article119 1932-01-09 12 Visit to London Next Week I [British Radio Official Service] Rug-by, Jan. 7. The Crown Prince of Ethiopia, who is visitIng certain European countries to return thanks for the missions sent on the occasion of the Emperor of Ethiopia's coronation, will arrive m London on Tue~day. i In119 words
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Article832 1932-01-09 12 DISTRICT REPORTS Promising Work Among Perak Tamils During the second meeting of the 40th session of the Malaya Annual Conference, held m Wesley Church Hall, Singapore, the District Superintendents gave their reports. The Perak Tamil District, created by an action of Conference last year and consisting of832 words
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Article117 1932-01-09 12 Premier May Attend Conference? [British Radio—Official Servicel Riisrbv. Jan. 7. The two principal British delegates already appointed to attend the forthcoming Reparations Conference ere Mr. Neville Chamberlain (t-he Chancellor of the Exchequer) and Sir John Simon (the Foreign Secretary). A", vet ft Is unrortiin whether the Pr'm" Minister (Mr.117 words
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Article131 1932-01-09 12 NO DRINKS AFTER TEN Report of Commission O n Licensing PUBLIC OWNERSHIP [British Radio—Official s. The Royal Commission en I has been sitting for over two y... »xamined scores of witnesses different? points of view en this versial subject, has now issued unanimous report, although131 words
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Article72 1932-01-09 12 Gilt-edged Securities Firm f ßritish Raring-Official Service Rujrby, J»a. The more hopeful view now being entertain •of the European .situation, and ttat chaucea* useful international co-operation at the lxt± coming Conferences, was shown on U* Ba<j Exchange to-day. Most? departments were cheerful and g* edge securities continued very72 words
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Article66 1932-01-09 12 To Attend Disarmament Conference [British Radio— Official S»ttV»] Ragt>y. Jin. India will be represented at the Disarmaoo Conference by the Secretary of State <9 Samuel Hoare), who will act as leader m sol as his parliamentary and other duties at permit, the Agn Khan and Sir Henry66 words
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Article225 1932-01-09 12 Reduction m Conference Rates It was announced yesterday that rabbi freights from the Straite to New York had b« reduced from $11 50 to $8 (contract rate) ton and from $15 to $12 (non-contract tv as from Jan. Ist. with effect to the cad 4 June. The reductions225 words
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Article202 1932-01-09 12 Municipal Bhedf Destroyed Two engines from the MBfpp and one from the Harbour B trd ar^ caU from Trafalgar Street ycsti" f&* On arriving it was seen thut wood sheds belonging to Itkt M m which were stared barrels II granite dust, were on fire. There was202 words
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Article394 1932-01-09 13 The University Soccer Match [By Dutch Air Mail) [Prom Our Own Correspondent] London. Dec. 15. Oxford pulled off a Xoottoall "double" when they defeated Cambridge m the annual Varsity i soccer match at Stamford Bridge two days after they had won at Rugby at Twickenham. The game was394 words
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Article253 1932-01-09 13 Victory Over Edinburgh University [By Dutch Air Mall] (From Our Own Correspondent) London. Dec. 18. Oxford beat Edinburgh University at Edinburgh by two goals, a penalty goal and a try (16 points) to a goal and a try (8 points). Generally speaking the quality of the p253 words
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Article127 1932-01-09 13 France Decides He is too Big For the Army New York. Dec. 4. Camera has won another battle, this time with tht* French military authorities, who wanted the "Ambling Alp" of pugilism as a recruit. M. See. his manager, has announced thai Carneni has now127 words
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Article201 1932-01-09 13 Wakefleld's 52 Points m Two Games London, Dec. 25. The foUowing are the results of the matches WARRINGTON HIGHEST SCORERS London, Dec. 26. The following are the results of the Rugby matches played under Northern Union Rules to-day. The following are the results of the matches played201 words
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Article177 1932-01-09 13 Decline and Fall of Loughran New York, Dec. 18. Tommy Loughran, who retired undefeated as the light-heavyweight champion of the world, to -day lost his first fight m two years, when he dropped a decision to King Levinsky. Loughran and Levinsky are now both fighting m the177 words
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Article191 1932-01-09 13 Application to Perth Authorities < From Our Own Correspondent fßy Dutch Air Mail I London, Dec- 22. King James VI Golf Club. Perth, have approached the Perth Town Council for permission to open the Moncrieffe Island course for Sunday golf, after 1 o'clock, and have undertaken not to191 words
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Article85 1932-01-09 13 In the annual cricket match m Hong Kong last week the Army defeated the Navy by an innings and 284 runs. Batting first th? Army scored 498 for 8 before they declared, the feature of the innings being a big partnership between Capt. Moir (150) and Lieut. Hamilton (114). In85 words
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Advertisement566 1932-01-09 13 Children 2% C KEf» IN A COOL PUkCI need extra Vitamins }2§§|2fl To prevent them from I outgrowing their strength," ji augment the diet with an as^lSjiiS H RATO>:T >(M.T(BKFI.EII. j^3 REPLER* Ikl Cod Liver Oil with t^ar^y Malt Extract Contains Vitamins A, B and D Bottles of two sizes566 words
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Advertisement906 1932-01-09 14 BLUE FUNNEL LINE. REGULAR PASSENGER CARGO SERVICES FOMXNIGHTLY EXPRESS SERVICE MARSEILLES, LONDON AN. CONTINENT WEEKLY SERVICE LONDON AND N. CONTINENT Thrice Monthly Service Liverpool, Havre and Glasgow, Route subject to alteration without notice. WEEKLY SERVICE LONDON AND N. CONTINENT. H^^n« l° T M seilles c<bian ca. L'don, R'dam A H'burg906 words
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Advertisement567 1932-01-09 14 Ellerman Buck nail Steamship Co., Ltd. (Incorporated In »ngi*™<? I "ELLERMAN" LINE FREIGHT SERVICE TO UNITED KINGDOM AND CONTINENT VIA POSTS AND SUEZ CANAL HOMEWARDS Dne B#B< <JAIX OP T n TIW Por Havre, L'don, R'dam and H'burg Jan, 30 Peb. 2 s.B. CITY OP WORCESTER Por Havre, L'«*on, R'dam567 words
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Advertisement417 1932-01-09 14 British India and Apcar Lines, (Incorporated In «ngland) MAIL, PASSENGER AND CARGO SERVICES. PENINSULAR AND ORIENTAL S. N. CO UNDER CONTRACT WITH HIS MAJESTY'S GOVERNMENT LONDON AND FAR EAST MAIL SERVICE. OUTWARDS FROM LONDON FOR CHNA JAPAN. Due Tonnage. Singapore Tonnage MntM^ KASHMIR 9,000 Jan. 9 RAWALPINDI nooo MaTi KALYAN417 words
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Advertisement795 1932-01-09 15 f O NAPLES. MARSEILLES, LONDON, ANTWERP, ROTTERDAM AND MIDM t:sKKOI (.11 800 MARU T 11.600 Jan. 14 15 HARUNA MARU TlO 500 Mar 010 jks^xkl MARU T 10.500 Jan. 27 28 f KATORI MARU T 10 000 Mar 24 25 IKUNI MARU T. 12.000 Feb. 10 11 KASHIMA MARU T.795 words
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Advertisement349 1932-01-09 15 AN OPPORTUNITY of unusual importance to intending travellers presents itself m the sailing of the S.S. PRESIDENT PIERCE Length 535 feet 14,123 tons gross tonnage iFROM SINGAPORE JANUARY 21st. LUXURIOUS APPOINTMENTS CHILDREN'S PLAYROOM TALKING MOTION PICTURES SWIMMING TANK ALL OUTSIDE CABINS EXCELLENT CUISINE Excellent Accommodation Available FARES FROM SINGAPORE TO:349 words
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Advertisement689 1932-01-09 15 KONINKLIJKE PAKETVAART MAATSCHAPPIJ [ROYAL PACKEI' NAVIGATION COMPANY OF B ATA VIA J (Incorporated m Holland.) UNDER CONTRACT WITH THE NETHERLANDS INDIAN GOVERNMENT Telephone No. 54.i1. with sub-connections to:— Passage, Freight Transhipment. Marine Departments and Manager's de^k. K-presentatives m the Straits Settlments (Singapore and Penang of the TRAVELLERS OFFICIAL INFORMATION BUREAU689 words
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Article113 1932-01-09 16 No Hope of Resumption Till Easter London. Dec. 29. Replying to representations for Government action to secure resumption of work on the 'cunard liner, Mr. Mac Donald said that the trouble was not to get the ship built but to get the company to believe that113 words
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Article394 1932-01-09 16 The motor tanker Danmark. recently launched by Burmeister and Wain and built for Holvi and Wonsild of Copenhagen, has a tonnage of 15.000 tons and is the largest vessel so far built m Scandinavia. Her Diesel motors are of 5000 h.p.. and yield a speed of 1146 knots. The Belgian394 words
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Advertisement701 1932-01-09 16 Burns Philp Line. (Incorporated m Australia) FOR BRISBANE, SYDNEY AND MELBOURNE via JAVA, DARWIN AND THURSDAY ISLAND. Regular monthly sailings by the well-known steamer MARELLA (7.315 tons) and the S.S. MANGOLA (3.352 ton§). f Cargo only.] s r MARELLA is one of the largest and finest steamers trading to Australia.701 words
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Advertisement400 1932-01-09 16 KERR STEAMSHIP Co. I nc (Incorporated m D.a.A.) GENERAL AGENTS. NEW YORK SERVICE. Regular Freight Service to Boston, New York, Philadelphia and Baltimore (via Suez). M.S. SILVERTEAK Jin. 19 Jan. 25 fc M.S. SILVERSANDAL Feb. 9 Feb. 15 m.T. SILVKRWILLOW Mar. 2 Mar. 8 Apr j For rates sod particulars400 words
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Advertisement238 1932-01-09 16 BIBBY LINE [LONDON ADDRESS 22. PALL MALL, LONDON, S.W.I.] of fast twin-screw Oil Driven Mail Passenger Vessels between RANGOON. COLOMBO. MARSEILLES PLYMOUTH AND LONDON with through connection from Singapore and Penang. HOMEWARD SAILINGS Leave Rantoci 1932 GLOUCESTERSHIRE Jin I WORCESTERSHIRE Feo. 4 CHESHIRE Fob YORKSHIRE M-r SHROPSHIRE Mar H OXFORDSHIRE238 words
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Miscellaneous683 1932-01-09 16 MAIL DESPATCHES BT TRAIN Bangkok every Monday it Thuisday 7.30 a.m Kedah Monday to Friday 7.30 ajn. Saturday 6 p.m. Kuan tan (via Jerantutj 6 pjn. Kelantan every Sunday 4 pjxl Tuesday and Friday 7.30 ajn. Serembait, KuaJa Lumpur, Ipbh, Penang and Lower Siam 7.36 a.m P.M 8.. Batu Anam,683 words
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Miscellaneous285 1932-01-09 16 CHURCH SERVICES THE STRAITS CHINESE METHODIST CHURCH No. 1, Kajnpang Kapor Road 8.36 a.m. Sunday School. 10.30 am. Malay Service. Rev. F. H. Sullivan. 6.30 p.m. All Methodist English Service in the Memorial Hall Bishop James C. Baker. Tuesday. 8 p.m. Prayer Meeting. Rev. Goh Hooi Keng. Friday, 8 p.m.285 words
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Article1329 1932-01-09 17 The Imperial Japanese Training Ship The Tai&ei Maru. a four-mast barque built m 1904 of 2438 tons gross, belongs to the Tclcio Nautical College 1 on the Education Department of the Japanese Government, and k solely used for training purposes, carrying neither cargo nor passengers. The students are1,329 words
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Article42 1932-01-09 17 Bate «f Freight on Rubber to N«w York— The following rates take effect as from the Ist inst and will continue m force up to and including June 30th. next: Contract GW.SO, Non-Contract G512.00, per ton, of SO eft.42 words
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Article34 1932-01-09 17 By Royal Dutch Indian Airways. Batavia3ingapore Jan. 3th: Mr. Achron, Mr Bevan Mr. Gregory, Mr. Hei/ete. Mrs. Heifete Mr' Musselbrook, Mrs. Khatena, Prom Medan to Singapore: Mr. Heifets Mrs Heifete. Mr. Achron.34 words
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Article37 1932-01-09 17 By Rcyal Dutch Indian Airways: from Singapore* to Medan. Mr. Heifete. Mrs. Heifetz Mr. Achron. Mr. Rowan. Prom Singapore to Batavia: Mr. A. C Bal" Mr. Lim. Mrs. Lim. Mr. H. Shook. Mr. O Saunders.37 words
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Article336 1932-01-09 17 Gallant Rescue by Ship's Officer The Poking and Tientsin Times has the following report of a very gallant rescue effected by Mr. John Arthur Moon. Chief Officer at the Rosalie MoUer, at Chinwangtao on December 11. At 1 SO a.m. on the night of 10-1 lth of336 words
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Article75 1932-01-09 17 The sunken wreck of i tongkanq. match v/a* situated at a distance of about 2.5 cables 315 deg. from Pulo Sialu lighthouse. Kuala Batu Pahat. Lat. 1 d?«. 47N. long. 102 deg. 53E (approx). has been raised and removed. The following live stock arrived m port by ship:— 26 horses75 words
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Advertisement404 1932-01-09 17 THE Singapore Free Press (Daily and Weekly l Editions) Heal Office: 138 ROBINSON ROAD, SINGAPORE. Telephone: 6056. Cable Address ADVERTISER, SINGAPORE. The premier morning daily m Malaya. Delivered with the Chota Hazri each morning. Latest news, latest telegrams and latest announcements. London rubber and tin cables appear daily. Special features404 words
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Advertisement18 1932-01-09 17 LttOOLD TRAVEL SF For Everything: Appertaining to Travel, Banking and Freight Apply 39, Robinson Road, Singapore. Tele. 5907.18 words
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Advertisement270 1932-01-09 17 EVERY MILE a N^E W V (S T A HB^vV^. of the U.S.A. R^O^v^^v attention to your comfort. hfi*Ff <{ Pf t* i^Vy-^^"t a Tt_M^r? STANTON NELSON Co., Ltd. PUBLIC STORAGE GODOWN For I .Merehandm, Person »i Kffertß. and Motor Cars. Apply 4, COLLY LK Ql A\ or Telephone 6874.270 words
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Article589 1932-01-09 18 LATEST DEVELOPMENTS Liaison Between Kuala Lumpur and East Coast Using sets from the Customs launches cf rubber restriction days, the Post and Telegraphs Department, F.M.S., has created a system of wireless communication between KuaJa Lumpur and the East Coast that proved its worth tn the disastrous floods589 words
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Article121 1932-01-09 18 Death of Herr Arthur von Gwinner Berlin, Dec. 29. One of Germany's leading bankers, Herr Arthur von Gwinner, who for many years vas director and vice-president of the board of directors of Germany's biggest financial institution, the Deutsche Bank, died on Tuesday aged seventy -five. In 1903121 words
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Article1543 1932-01-09 18 RADIO NOTES NEWS 30 Years of Wireless. Marchese Marconi's Transatlantic Experiments. 1 1 (By Our. Wireless Correspondent) TPHIRTY years ago on a wild December day Marconi and his two assistants, Mr. G. S. Kemp and Mr. P. W. Paget, with a few Newfoundland fishermen, were battling with storms on Signal1,543 words
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Article119 1932-01-09 18 The positively charged plate attracts the negative electrons emitted by the heated filament. Upon striking the plate, i the electrons are absorbed and the ne- gative charge which they carry is con- i veyed to an outside circuit by means of J the leading- in wire attached119 words
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Article80 1932-01-09 18 Three Buses m Collision According to the Bangkok Karn Muang a severe collision occurred between three 'buses One was coming towards Ban Pong and the two others were going m the opposite direct tion. The passengers that day were flocking to or otherwise returning from a festlvaf80 words
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Advertisement207 1932-01-09 18 WHEN GASTRIC JUICES FAIL TO FLOW Yaa know how badly an en^ino run* when it k*»lh dogged »>P- Ita the h.i i in* with your body wlu-n your gastric -or «ii-.-sti\.- fmiem fail to 11. w Your food, instant «>f being assimilate! by your HVHt«'m, simply collect* and Kta-ri.tN-s inside207 words
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Advertisement737 1932-01-09 18 BAJSKS Ai\D LSSLRAMLE 1 MERCANTILE BANK OF INDIA, LTD. I neorporaUKj tn England Capital C 3.000.000 Subscrlbeo 1.800.000 Paid-up 1.050.000 Reserve Fund and Rest 1.666.845 BOARD OF DIRECTORS J. M. Ryrie. Esq., Chairman P. R. Chalmers, Esq., Charles J. Hambro. Esq J- O. Robinson, Esq.. W. H. Shelf ord Rmj737 words
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Advertisement285 1932-01-09 18 THE SOUTH f^ffl BRITISH v <|p INSLRA.ML IO.MI'VM L|« lt% FIRE. MARINE. THAN* AND MOTOR CAR INSURANCE ACCEPT rb A LOWEST CtRRENT RATER L. C. MARGOLIOUTH MhimwT Office: 2. Finlayson Green THE EASTERN UNITED ASSURANCE CORPORATION FIRE, MARINE MOTOR CAR AND PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE L. G. JOHNSON: Genera) M&jiaf. HEAD285 words
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Miscellaneous202 1932-01-09 18 ROUND YOUR DIAL Popular Shortwave Radio Stations The following Is a list of stations which cad be received In Singapore: Java Stations: Bandoeng PLM fron. about 5.20 p.m. gramophone records and telephone t«Bts with Sydney. Australia, and other stations Usual call after records "Hullo Bydney." Tanjong Prtok, 21 metres from202 words
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Miscellaneous193 1932-01-09 18 Lung Island. W2XV, 62.5 or 34.68 metres rom 11 p.m. Other stations to listen to are: P.r.J. Eindhoven. Holland, on Wednesday. Thursday Friday and Saturday 31.28 metres from about 930 p.m. Calls In English Hello Everybody, this Is Station PCJ etc." 4180 In six other languages. Vatican City. 19 84193 words
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Miscellaneous176 1932-01-09 18 Nocturne. Field; Fantasy on C:»d«-t R"** F. Fourdraln; Libelhile*. Orrph SUNDAY Ballet d'Alc«»ste. Gluck; Joiir I Gaubert, (for flute, Jean Ohl ft U I* de Manon. E. Oillet; Fantasy 00 nod: Melodies. Reynnldo H«lm. Movn.w Chamber music by CM 'ra. TIKSDAY March" BoOfrotet, Rr^k" sous la plule (fcr piano) A176 words
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Article504 1932-01-09 19 Recent Library Additions Ra folMrinf publications were issued or cived by the Department of Statistics, S.S. p MS., during the period from 13th to tuber 19th. Lttl« inclusive, and are avail,r pubixe u:,e In the Reference Library. FuVrton Building, Singapore. Application may made by mmtxu-s of the pubkc504 words
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Article171 1932-01-09 19 ECONOMIC CONDITIONS IN CANADA I I rt new, of the Canadlan Government's I National Service Loan, which ha* I ;b rrlbed at least three times. Is a mtion of the faith of the Canadian I ITh lr rr>untrv a»d its economic future. llviL rab!l n>t<e Ption of the loan, it171 words
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Article30 1932-01-09 19 t4 4 WIW Cl J7l »ff>in«t profit r 7 Whol< of <M T m*dr to «M r <*n which co. "it r e aiid lOfs; «000 brt^ trtu»ferml30 words
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Article408 1932-01-09 19 The Views of Lord Bradbourne Lord Bradbourne. speaking at the annual meeting of Consolidated Goidflelda of South Africa, referring to the. tin industry, said: The most striking event of the past year has oeen the concerted action of four Governments namely, of the Dutch Bast Indies, Bolivia,. Malaya408 words
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Article194 1932-01-09 19 Mr. Mair Replies to Lord Brabourne Mr. F. E. Mair writes to the Financial News: I notice that Lord Brabourne. at the annual meeting of the Consolidated Gold Fields of South Africa. Is reported m the Press aa Ktating. relative to the incidence of the International Tin194 words
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Article44 1932-01-09 19 Scheme on Way to D.E.I. 1 FREE PRESS SERVICE COP\ RIGHT) I»nd >v. Jan. 8. The Financial Time* Amsterdam correspondent states that the Telegraai conlirms the report that a draft restriction scheme is en rout* to the Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies.44 words
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Article117 1932-01-09 19 Crop for year ended July 31 last was 1,153.089 pounds, which was sold at average- gross price of 3.18 d. per pound. All-in cost was 4.77 d. per pound, and result of year's trading loss of £6.363 f against lose* of £5.620). excluding £1.103 chare to reserve account,117 words
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Article60 1932-01-09 19 Lows lor yew to September 30 was £1,015 (a«»in*t £883). After bringing forward £340 ;md writing back £830 from tax reserve, there remains credit balance of £155 to be carried (forward. Output of rubber was 212,225 lb. '(149.900 lb), F.o.b. cost was 2Wd. per pound (SJftd.). and60 words
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Article200 1932-01-09 19 January 8. SEIXING London. 4 months' sight 2,4*4 London. 3 months' sight 2 4 3 16 London, 60 days' sight 2A\ London, 30 days' sight 243 32 London, demand 2)4 132 London. T.T. 2j4 Lyons, Paris, demand 945 Hamburg, demand 155 New York, demand 39 But a via,200 words
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Article134 1932-01-09 19 January ft. Tin 75 Tons $71.12 M: Gambler is Pepper White 32 Flake Tapioca 3H Pearl Sa^o Small Copra. Sun dried 5.55 Sago, flour 2.60 Devoe's Imperial Brilliant Kerosene per 2 tins 6.18 Sylvan Arrow Kerosene per a tin* 4.78 Socony Motor Gasoline ex pump per British Imperial gallon134 words
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68 1932-01-09 19 J&naary Bth_ 12 o'clock immmi. Buyers Sellers R.3S equal to London Standard. spot m 9 7 v Standard R.S.B. on Tender Jan. i% 9 7 Feb. 9",=, 10 Mar. 10 10^ Apr- June 10Vi» 10-^ July-Sept. 10 T> 11 Tone of Market: Quiet Steady. Latest68 words
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Article943 1932-01-09 19 FRIDAY, JAN. BTH. 1.932 CLOSING QUOTATIONS Bayer* flullwi I fmam Kumbang 24a 25s Austral Malay Its Vj Ayer Hitam (ss> 10s 10s 6d Bangrin Tin Us lls 9d I Batang Padang <$1» 07*6 12 V» Batu Caves ($1) 25 30 Bukit Arang (*l> 30 40 nom. Burmah943 words
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Article320 1932-01-09 19 Malaya's Total Rubber Exports Last Year Singapore, Jan. 7. The local market was closed on the Ist and 2nd. January, and the tendency was slight* easier till Wednesday, since when a recovery to 9*j has taken place. The latest cables quote London unchanged at 3 1 16320 words
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Article144 1932-01-09 19 Changes m Representative Prices (United Press AaaocUtooci New York. Jan. 6 7. American Can. Com. 59 60% Cities Service 5 7 s 6 1 Colombia Gas and Elec. 13 5 v 13'. Curtis Wright 1% l 1^ Electric Bond and Siii'rt 11 7 n 11 Gen.144 words
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Article205 1932-01-09 19 Brnish Radio Otn«M») a+mce < Dec. 27 Jan. 6 7. Amsterdam 8.75 u. 8.36 8.45 'x Athens 272 >* 262'- 260 Bombav Is. 6 5 64d. Is. B^d. IS. 7 64d. Berlin 14 13 16 14.18 14 5 16 Brussels 25 5 16 24 24 7 16 Bucharest 590205 words
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Article409 1932-01-09 19 Credit Balance Reduced The report of the directors of Perak River Valley Rubber Co. to be submitted to ths shareholders at the twenty-first pnnii* l general meeting to be held at Penang on January 26th, at neon states: No new areas were planted during the year under409 words
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Article324 1932-01-09 19 Singapore Jma. 1932 opened m the rubber market with a feeling of disappointment that no definite news of restriction had been received. Price* sagged away but at the lower level sellers were scarce ?nd the tendency at the moment is rather steadier. The news fro-m America324 words
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Article110 1932-01-09 19 (.nth rie and Co. Koala Lumpur, Ajrent*: Kenont Tin: No. 3 DrvdßT 423 pikuLs. J.S.M. Rennir. Agent*: PHcpyh Viilhv Elate (Dec. 1930 > 62.000 lbs. 'Dec. 1931 47.000 lbs; KoU Tinßpt Estate Dec. 1930. 60.000: Dec. 1931 48.000; Si K lntlnp Et-.iU* Dtc. 1930 27.0^0; Dec.110 words
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Article75 1932-01-09 19 R'-port for year ended June 30. 1931 *tat<M, that. after writing off £389 for depreciation on buildings, machinery. <fee, and payment of £102 export duty to F.MS. Oovemment. kw# Mas £1,878 (against net :>rofit £47). credit b*> lance brought forward was £1,276, which, with £1.000 transferred at75 words
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Article76 1932-01-09 19 Debit balance brought forward was BMM Add loss on working for year to Septertib-T 30 £4.715 against loss of £6,441) and provUhm for Debenture premium reserve £124 (jwmie) making £7.894. Deduct tax reserve written back £886. leaving debit balance to br carried forward of £7.007 Output of rubber76 words
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Advertisement79 1932-01-09 19 Assets exceed $18,000,800 i Assurance tn force over $35,000,000 The Great Eastern Life Assurance Co., Ltd. P (Incorporated tn the Straits Settlements) HEAD OFFICE: Great Eastern Lite Building. Cecil Street, Singapore LONDON OFFICE: 37. Old Jewry. E.O nw Company has £20.000 deposited with the Supreme Court of and compile* woo79 words
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Article541 1932-01-09 20 THE THIRD ROUND Where Ground Records May be Beaten U*|ue football will be thrust into the back ground temporarily to-day so far as the main interest m the game is concerned, for the battle for the PA. Cup is to be resumed on 32 grounds,541 words
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Article67 1932-01-09 20 Results of Yesterday's Games Playing at the Padang yesterday th« SRC. had out a weak team against the combined farces of the A. PC. the Borneo Co. and Boilstead. The game was a well contested one and neither side had scored when the final whistle was sounded. At Tanglin.67 words
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Article129 1932-01-09 20 Mixed Team to Meet on Wednesday A trial game will be played on the Padang «Q Wednesday for the purpose of picking the CWony side to play against the F.M.S. at Kuala Lumpur on January 23rd. The following have been asked to play: Whites:— O. C. Aeria129 words
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Article93 1932-01-09 20 At th- 30th Annual General Meeting of the Tonß Soon Kok Association held on the 7th lnst: the following members were elected Office Bearers for the Current Year:— President Chia Poh Hcng. Vice President Ng Mong Seng Hon Secretary C hua Hung Tong. Asst. Secretary Koh E. Num. Hon. Treasurer93 words
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Article563 1932-01-09 20 YESTERDAY'S FINAL Miss David New Singles Champion By defeating Miss Toby 6 3. 6 2. Miss David became the singles champion of the Ladies Lawn Tennis Club. The game did not produce the tennis which was expected, Miss Toby having a very weak service and Mise563 words
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Article195 1932-01-09 20 Chinese Win Muar Cup Competition fProm Our Own Correspondent! Malacca, Jan. 7. The Malacca Chinese met Muslim Football Association of Malacca m the above competition yesterday afternoon at the Kubu ground under id<»al weather conditions and before a good number of spectators. The game was fast and exciting195 words
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Article97 1932-01-09 20 To-day's Return Match with Gloucester^ The return match between the S.C.C. and the Gloucester Regt. will be played on the Padang this afternoon. The S.C.C. team will be D. R. Harper; P. G. Minns. J. C. Cooke, A. L. Bonnar and R. M. Hoops; J. M. Houghton and97 words
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Article40 1932-01-09 20 Empress Hall as Indoor Sport Headquarters [FREE PRESS SERVICE— COPYRIGHT] London, Jan. 8. The Empress Hall, Earls Court, is becoming the stadium for all indoor sport and the National Sporting Club has already transferred it* headquarters there.40 words
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Article39 1932-01-09 20 A sum of 5714 ha« far been raised m Kuala Lumpur to pay the expenses of Lai Singh, the young Selangor cricketer m visiting India to play m the trials for the selection of the team to visit England.39 words
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Article885 1932-01-09 20 PASIR PANJANG "Green Island" Company Possibilities When H.B. the Governor (Sir Cecil dementi) opened the Manufacturers' Exhibition on Saturday (recalls the Free Press exhibition representative) he revealtfl that the Hong Kong Green Island Cement Co,, had recently approached Government witfc a view to acquiring a site885 words
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Article284 1932-01-09 20 Motor Launch With 216 MHes Range The sea-going motor-launch built by Thornycroft (Singapore) Ltd., at Tanjong Rhu occupies one of the most conspicuous spots at the Exhibition, viz., on,, the track opposite theirstand between the two main platforms. It fc-t&rtnt of the distinction. The craft has been built284 words
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Article205 1932-01-09 20 Interesting: Series of Friezes As the champion of schools m Singapore the Malaya Publishing House Ltd., have collected together m Room P at the Exhibition many of the useful articles that they print or make for the benefit of the education of the future citizens of this205 words
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Article298 1932-01-09 20 Lobsters "Dusted" Every Morning Because of the arrival of the Dutch mail boat. Job.au van Oldenbarnevelt. the Manufacturers' Exhibition was opened at 8 a.m. yesterday. Unfortunately the boat sailed at 10 a.m. and as a result there were very few Dutch visitors. As the vessel actually arrived m298 words
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Article264 1932-01-09 20 AnMual Air Race for India New Delhi, Dec. 24. Their Excellencies the Viceroy and the Countess of Willingdon have offered to present a challenge cup to be known as the Viceroy's Cup for an annual aeroplane race for pilots trained by flying clubs m India or elsewhere on264 words
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Article23 1932-01-09 20 >^he annual dinner of the Public Services H«*b*.Footft>all Olub will be held at the Raffles Hotel on Saturday, February 6th., at 8 pm23 words
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Advertisement180 1932-01-09 20 EDUCATIONAL SUPPLIES Consult us for all your School Requisites VISIT ROOM "S" AT THE EXHIBITION MALAYA PUBLISHING HOUSE LIMITED. Phone Grams SW» SINGAPORE Empress INTERNATIONAL HONOURS FOR r <x JN > 1 -eft** t Fraser and Neave Ltd. were awarded THIRD PRIZE for LEMONADE and FOURTH PRIZE for TONIC, there180 words
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