The Singapore Free Press and Mercantile Advertiser (1884-1942), 30 January 1939
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Title Section17 1939-01-30 1 The Singapore Free Press AND DAILY NEWS NO. 15,f»8«. ESTD. 1833. MONDAY, JANUARY 30, 1939. 5 CENTS17 words
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Article1283 1939-01-30 1 "Looking Back, I See Nothing To Regret" WARMONGERS ASSAILED Cxi/limn i 4u London, Jan. 29. W K4 I the recent improvement m Anglo-Italian relations I could never have obtained Signor Mussolini's co-operation last September, and without his cooperation Ido not believe peace could have beenReuter - 1,283 words
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Article, Illustration94 1939-01-30 1 Plot To Restore Siam King BANGKOK STIR j Free hresti Special (able) Bangkok, .lan. 29. (.tlnial radio broadcast announcing he unearth m v of a plot to Government I restore to the throne exI Prajadkipok stirred Siam Ife a Horn mm. «da; Instruction: Criminal Invt-s--arrest c?r--i ttempting to Kingdom an<;94 words
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43 1939-01-30 1 Correspondent) N mila. IPX), Jan. M. Thomas, Governor of wnents, is "a perfect regular fellow." Paul states High ComPMUipinet, is report»n told t h Manila Bulletin on In the North German iv. vis his comment I defences.43 words
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Article79 1939-01-30 1 London, Jan. 29. THE British people should be grateful for the conditions m Great Britain, as compared with those m most other countries. Mr. Chamberlain said. The United Kingdom Government would be ready to consult with the representatives of other countries to see how bestBritish Wireless - 79 words
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Article163 1939-01-30 1 London press comm.ntator.> In addition to underlining the firmer passages m the Premier's speech, emphasise the immediate importance of his remark that our attitude now is defined beyond misunderstanding and it is now time for others to make their contribution to peace. This Is regarded as a direct queReuter - 163 words
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Article147 1939-01-30 1 The firm tone of Mr. Chamberlain 's courteous and conciliatory speech at Birmingham is welcomed m Paris as a pendant for M. Daladier*s forthcoming speerh m the Chamber. Like M. Daladier it is noted that Mr. Chamberlain held out a friendly hand towards Italy, and expressed his belief mReuter - 147 words
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Article111 1939-01-30 1 Mr. Chamberlain's speech is interpreted here as a welcome revelation of a more resolute attitude against further "international blackmail." Circles close to the Government think that, come what may, Mr. Chamberlain will remain an optimist to the last. The warmth of his reference to Signor Mussolini so soon afterReuter - 111 words
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Article, Illustration378 1939-01-30 1 w THE following changes m the British Cabinet are announced: Admiral Lord Ernie Chatfield. former First Sea Lord, becomes Minister for the Co-ordination of Defence, instead of Sir Thomas Inskip, who becomes Secretary for the Dominions, replacing Mr. Malcolm Mac Donald who held the post jointlyReuter - 378 words
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Article33 1939-01-30 1 Jerusalem, Jan. 29. Shots are fired from an ambush at a bus on the outskirts of Jerusalem today, an Arab woman being killed and another passenger wounded.— ReuterReuter - 33 words
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Advertisement32 1939-01-30 1 tTBBBTa^HBPv ._j..:.:^' r 4>^ TONIGHT 1 1 COCKTAI L DANCE 6.30 P.M. to 8.30 P.M. DINNER AND DANCE (mf <>niml) 9.30 P.M. to MIDNIGHT NO ADMISSION CHARGE ORCHESTRA directed by Dan Hopkins32 words
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Advertisement70 1939-01-30 1 VaKeroA 4 P AHltfRWS TTKNISKAFABR] <jffls, Sweden roMMcte t«. ADELPHI SEA VIEW HOTELS THIS WEEK SPECIAL DINNER DANCE ADELPHI HOTEL TUESDAY THURSDAY SEA VIEW HOTEL WEDNESDAY. FRIDAY. SATURDAY. DINNER DANCE MUSIC BY RELLER'S BAND PLEASE NOTE: The members of the Comedie Francaise, due to one of them bein# seriously ill70 words
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182 1939-01-30 2 SUCCESS OF GUERILLAS Chungking, Jan. 29. fHINESE guerillas m Anhui launched a night attack against the Japanese m Suancheng, m Central Anhui, on Friday and inflicted heavy casualties. The small Japanese garrison was taken by surprise when the Chinese entered the town. The Chinese openedUnion Times - 182 words
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Article71 1939-01-30 2 Berlin. Jan. 29. There is a possibility that the climax of Herr Hitler's speech on Monday will be heightened by the presence of Count Ciano, although official circles claim nothing is known of this. It is believed Signor Mussolini is sending a draft of theReuter - 71 words
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Article14 1939-01-30 2 Mr. and Mrs. Max Corbett, of Ipoh. are spending a holiday on the Riviera.14 words
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Article205 1939-01-30 2 London, Dec. 28. AN appeal on behalf of the Chinese Universities is made by Dr. George Gordon, vice-chancellor of Oxford University, m a letter to The Times. Dr. Gordon says there is a great body of opinion at Oxford highly sensitive to the destruction of theReuter - 205 words
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Article126 1939-01-30 2 Rome, Jan. 29. "'THE Italian people are enthu- siastic over the news of your superb victory at Barcelona, which anticipate- by a short while the final victory destined to inaugurate a new era for a Spain united and strong/ declared Signor Mussolini m a telegram sentReuter - 126 words
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Article132 1939-01-30 2 PARIS CABINET CHANGES Paris, Jan. 29. The British Cabinet reshuffle has aroused considerable interest here, particularly the appointment of Lord Chatfield, whose mission, says Excelsior, "will be to prepare the way for new sacrifices which will be shedded from the country m view of the acceleration of theReuter - 132 words
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Article, Illustration276 1939-01-30 2 HELD MASS IN CITY Barcelona, Jan. 29. GENERAL Franco's army of occupation left Barcelona tou day. Civil Guards now are patrolling the streets, supported by a few battalions of Nationalist second-line troops. The culminating hour of the Nationalist occupation came at 11 a.m. when FieldReuter - 276 words
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322 1939-01-30 2 Paris, Jan. 28. •THE Council of Ministers has decided 1 that if any Republican troops arriving m France express a desire to return to General Franco's territory they should be enabled to go. Others are to be retained m camps m France. It isReuter - 322 words
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Article41 1939-01-30 2 Nairobi, Jan. 27. The East African Government has been called upon by the Tanganyika League to counteract Nazi anti-British propaganda and either strengthen the police and political department* or declare the local Nazi organisation illegal.- ReuterReuter - 41 words
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Article295 1939-01-30 2 DETAILS 01 an e "S&» U between Lord Win no!** under the Cabinet reshuffle L** place m the Cabinet, and h^ Minister, are published tockn Lord Winterton. m a lerL Jan. 26 recalls that m March W' asked to join the Cabinet Secretary forBritish Wireless - 295 words
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Article122 1939-01-30 2 London. Jin I '"IF ii wore net lor o:ip eOfltiA I should Ni iV-suc. -i to t: view of protpedi ol bwtow this current \i pf," lain at Birmingham. "For until quite la: number of features, rach i m the price of primary COB and theBritLh Wireless - 122 words
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Article90 1939-01-30 2 COMMENTING 00 Slf Sam speech of Thursday. writing m Oiornalr dltta*" "The British Cmvrrnmen to ward off alarmism by a of exceptional inn* J •r l 2L Bf #J the Empire. Intended l t!u rd ?J escapade on the p;irt oi 3"J f y ;jfReuter - 90 words
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Advertisement189 1939-01-30 2 -^—^y come on! I >4 i^^^^^^^^K *L >; :>'*'- -xit jl <]/% WERE S Pineapple HAM FOR TIFFIN Delicious, tender slices and fresh tomato salad what more could hungry men wish for? Pineapple HAM, baked or boiled, makes an appetising and mouth-watering spread and what a welcome change to the189 words
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Advertisement14 1939-01-30 2 Shave r T^Sv with a SCHICK DRY SHAVEt LOCKED By tli MEDICAL HALL lTd14 words
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506 1939-01-30 3 19 Youths On Unlawful Society Charge HOUSE RAIDED BY POLICE DURING MEETING EProm Our Own Correspondent) Penang, Jan. 28. that he was taking a lenient view of there was no strong reason to suspect of being members of any active illegal advising them m future506 words
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Article111 1939-01-30 3 i" null Jan. 29. :.> observed by [i ,i over the world In t Bubramanlam, and ..;>• t > Deenavali as .1 be celebrated lie this year m ;.r w;rks. which ii\ ettsntlal part of m connection with 111 b* misnect from this ins. unri I111 words
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Article55 1939-01-30 3 HE B^.irt the .Straits Settlements >.rm m public durI wi under direcMl r. C. Hit F 2. tit Telok Aver at M v rha 02nd m Copenn Peeking; overture. John Ansell; selecL.a:cWo Songs," arr. J. E.rtudiantina." 1010 for I Cornet and Love's Old Sweet Song." urri. M Sweethearti55 words
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Article166 1939-01-30 3 Penang Racing Man In Court (From Our Own Correspondent) Penanr, Jan. 28. A JUDGMENT debtor summons case against Mr. and Mrs. O. M. Noor. dln. well-known In racing circles, was postponed to Ferbruary 22, when it came up before Mr. McFall, the Penang District Judge and First Magistrate. At the166 words
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Article, Illustration51 1939-01-30 3 THE UNEMPLOYED WORKERS MOVEMENT lAST WEEK staged another demonstration when members laid down m Oxford Street London, at the corner of Berwick street. They held up the traffic until they were removed by the PaO*. Police are §&m forcib y r removing: one of the51 words
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368 1939-01-30 3 Japanese Government "Spy Phobia" (To The Editor of the Free Press) Sir.— The protest of the Japanese Government against recent action by the Straits Settlements Police must cause a grim smile to anybody who has read anything of the attitude of the Japanese m the last few years. If there368 words
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263 1939-01-30 3 (To The Editor of the Free Press) Sir. There are certain sections of the Chinese community who are very much against their countrymen workIng In the ordinary way just lor a living, for Japanese business hou:es. Often these so-called Japanese paid employees are manhandled263 words
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Letter265 1939-01-30 3 Latex Cups Malaria (To The Editor of the Free Press) Sir.— There appeared recently m the local Press a letter from one or our planting friends alleging danger of malaria from mosquitoes breeding m unused latex cups. It is true that the danger to the public health from the re-planting265 words
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Letter108 1939-01-30 3 (To The Editor of the Free Press) Sir,— As the Chinese New Year is approaching. It reminds me that last year I wrote to your paper appealing to the Chinese public not to spend so much of their moneys m firing crackers m celebration of the108 words
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214 1939-01-30 3 (From Our Own Correspondent) A Kuala Lumpur, Jan. 28. LITTLE shed situated m some tin tailings at Simpah a short distance behind the Selangor Golf Club, was the scene of a fatal shooting yesterday. Living m thi.s kongsi house is a Chinese woman and214 words
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Article332 1939-01-30 3 Film Reviews LJOLLYWOOD is the only place m the world which could have made such a film as "Suez" out of the building of the Suez Canal. No other film centre could have mustered the money or the ability to turn out a production like this332 words
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Article141 1939-01-30 3 k MAN who will throw away v million dollars to bring himself down to the level of a poor girl who refuses to share his wealthy life could only be met m a screen story. But m the case of a young man with money, m141 words
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Article47 1939-01-30 3 (From Our Own Correspondent) Bangkok, Jan. 27. rVFFICIAL circles are reticent but it is confirmed that the Lord Mayor of Bangkok, together with his three co-adjutors, have resigned. The appointments have not yet been filled according to the provisions ol the Municipal Act.47 words
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Article, Illustration267 1939-01-30 3 Alleged Theft Of Electric Current •From Our Own CmzM^mCznU Pj".an«:. Jan. Jl MALAY. Man bin Hus*H, *cs m charged befor? Mr. L m Kco:i Tcck, m the Middle Court Penong. with preventing the electri? matrr al his house m Calthorpc Road from registering correctly. The p.ccin 1 claimed trial. Mr.267 words
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Advertisement147 1939-01-30 3 Piles Quickly Heal YOURS WIUMJISAPPEAR "liV,. »ot give to bereailT tort*** awkward piWl sur..|v growing lea. and Wnt^ d.aapp^ never a,i,nl A physician. MM ,h, MA I^'t'vely cures pil«», -*S v c BWolU n and bleed yy that an aeema It Van Wi: .T l th in&t -™*> you apply147 words
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Advertisement158 1939-01-30 3 Qlostbra, His first date? Yes! Worried about his appear*' ance? Hardly! The daily use of just a fevtf drops of Glostora keeps yoil looking your beet brings out the natural lustre of your hair malcec it ec-,y to manage. A APB POOD PROBLEM WITH GASTRITIS For years, doctors wanted to158 words
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53 1939-01-30 4 Jerusalem, Jan. 29. A British soldier, two Jewish women and two Jewish children were slightly injured when a bomb exploded outside a Jerusalem cinema this evening The bomb, wrapped m a handkerchief, exploded m mid-air while the injured people were waiting to enterReuter - 53 words
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44 1939-01-30 4 Sin Chew Jit Poh - Sin Chew Jit Poh Chungking, Jan. 28. NEGOTIATIONS are proceeding between Chinese and Russian delegates for the establishment of an air service from Moscow to Chungking. The journey can be completed by air m less than three days.—44 words
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Article122 1939-01-30 4 Melbourne, Jan. 15. Suggestions that an Australian Public Schools crew might compete m the Henley Centenary Regatta this year are not supported m Melbourne. It is pointed out that the regatta is held m June and this would mean that a schoolboy would have to122 words
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359 1939-01-30 4 REPUBLIC WILL NOT FALL WITH BARCELONA Loyalist Leader Exhorts His People WAR MATERIAL DIFFICULTY OVERCOME Gerona, Jan. 28. "ALTHOUGH Spain is passing the most difficult phase "of the war, the enemy's hopes that the Republic will collapse with the fall of Barcelona is once more destined to be frustrated," declaredReuter - 359 words
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69 1939-01-30 4 London, Jan. 28. MAJOR-GEN. H. C. B. Wemyss has been appointed to be Director of Mobilisation at the War Office. This appointment, which marks a further step In Mr. Hore-Beliaha's scheme for simplification of War Office duties, arises out of a decision to sub-divide the diverseReuter - 69 words
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Article49 1939-01-30 4 Two of the three Midhurst children who were taken up 10,000 ft. m an aeroplane over Portsmouth last week m an effort to cure their whooping cough had a better night than any since they contracted the complaint, but no improvement was reported m the case of the third.49 words
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169 1939-01-30 4 WuPei-Fu Makes Statement, Says Nothing Peiping, Jan. 29. pENERAL Wu Pei-fu has issued nothing yet to confirm Japanese claims that he has agreed to be head ol the so-called National Salvation peace move. It is known he har been under strong Japanese pressure since the failure of Wang Ching Wei'sReuter - 169 words
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Article112 1939-01-30 4 Capetown, Jan. 29. "Under no circumstances will I give an assurance that I will lend my support m politics to people who are not prepared to recognise and accept the principle of complete identity and equal treatment of both Afrikaans and English-speaking sections" said General Hertzog toReuter - 112 words
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Article79 1939-01-30 4 London, Jan. 29. British warships m Chilean waters have been instructed to give every possible assistance to the authorities m the earthquake areas. Estimates received m official quarters m London place the number of dead m Concepclon at 20,000. The cruiser AJax is on herBritish Wireless - 79 words
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Article49 1939-01-30 4 London, Jan. 29. Mr. Malcolm Mac Donald on the Government* behalf personally welcomed delegates to the Palestine conference. The delegates were also welcomed by representatives of the Prime Minister, and the Foreign and Colonial Offices. It Ls expected the talks will beein late next week.— ReuterReuter - 49 words
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Article98 1939-01-30 4 London, Jan. 29. The inter-departmental commit tee which has been examining: the situation caused by the acute shortage of nurses m hospitals recommends that the status of the nursing profession should be improved. The profession should be recognised as one of outstanding national importance,British Wireless - 98 words
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Article124 1939-01-30 4 Parts, Jan. 29. "With tons of gold returning to France, this country could tomorrow buy 5,000 ultra-modern aeroplanes abroad," declared M. Reynaud, Minister of Finance, when broadcasting the results of his financial policy. Drawing a flourishing picture of the new situation m France M. Reynaud saidReuter - 124 words
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84 1939-01-30 4 Washington, Jan. 29. The Government's sanction of the sale of military planes to France was strongly criticised at a session of the military affairs committee of the Senate. Senator Nye declared the decision was "equivalent to military alliance with France." Senator Clark said:Reuter - 84 words
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Article98 1939-01-30 4 London, Jan. 29. Fleet orders announce the reinstitution of the "immediate reserve" which existed from 1912 onwards but lapsed after the war. It comprises portion of the royal fleet reserve, whose personnel undertake to come up for service at any time when called up by individual notice,British Wireless - 98 words
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Article37 1939-01-30 4 Tokio, Jan. 28. The Ministry of Finance is seeking legal powers to take a census of all gold articles, preparatory to compelling owners to sell to the Government m the n nse of necessity.- ReuterReuter - 37 words
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Article77 1939-01-30 4 The Philippine Army ijljf and a famed conductor, w.i the United States early this i J represent the PhiMppW wealth at the grand H* 0 f| Golden Gate Exdos:' Cisco on Feb 18 c The maestro. Walter H. Loving. pRdM will be second to77 words
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Advertisement489 1939-01-30 4 CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS TENDERS. SINGAPORE MUNICIPALITY, Tenders. Tenders are now invited for the following materials or services For particulars see Municipal Tenders Room Supply of Sulphate of Alumina for period June 1, 1939 to May 31. 1940 Date of Closing. 4 p.m.. Apr 3. 1939. Supply of Mild Steel Wash Water489 words
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Advertisement198 1939-01-30 4 BOARD RESIDENCE. SEA FRONT KATONC GRANGE— 7I. Meyer Rd (near Swimming Clob) Board-Residence at moderate rates Large Gardens— Tennis. Phone: 5758. THE MANSION OXLEY RISE PRIVATE HOTEL Tel. *****. EAST ANGLIAI ft. OXLEf KiSfc tfINGAPOML I mm*, to town algn lerei gungm, dally or monthly rates, large ground*, excellent cuisine198 words
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Miscellaneous183 1939-01-30 4 SINGAPORE HARBOUR The following ships are alongside the wharves or expected to arrive. East Wharf: Entrance Gate 1; Exit 1: Gust a v Diederichsen 22; Plancius 20. Sheers Wharf: Entrance Gate 1; Exit 1: Talang Akar 18. Main Wharf: Entrance Gate 2; Exit 3: Benlomond 16; Kota Pinang 14; Pres.183 words
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Miscellaneous374 1939-01-30 4 Air Mail Arrivals And Despatches INWARD imperial: From Europe due vu. nesday. Friday. Saturday morn v* Wearnes: From Pena™, ,m and Kuala Lumpur Arrives evening. X.L.M.: From Netherlands 1, d,« Arrives Tuesday, Thursday sau r day afternoons. Qantas: From Australia rm« Tuesday, Friday, Sunday mornin n X.L.M. From Europe: \rri\n374 words
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821 1939-01-30 5 Weekly Market Review DOLITICAL considerations have outweighed all others during- the past week, write S. E. Levy and Co., Singapore, m their weekly review of the American securities and commodities markets. Since the behaviour of markets m the great financial centres of the world821 words
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Advertisement283 1939-01-30 5 OAY ot Ine Most ABthotic SPY Sttry Ever Screw o MAMBRA 3.15, 6.15 9.15 p.m. t TELLS WORE M t H>M HA L E ««WA s ARE rEAUY Jw^B "BRITISH aBO j .^^^S Ji MOVIEIBH X v TONe fk news" WlrK3*wH ■^^tll i^li 111 Kl^3*Jfl B^lf For E^jJESffi 6909 p283 words
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Advertisement240 1939-01-30 5 Strange as it seems THIS IS A TRUE STORY OF A GIRL who wouldn't marry her BOSS BECAUSE HE HAD TOO MUCH MONEY CAPITOL JB^v^k LAST NIGHT j M.G.M.'s breezy comedy hit I i^^3 introducing Hollywood's latest star— I KHy|^ &\M RUTH HUSSEY I ._jM%^ '^J^^^^^^^B :1S lhp T yi240 words
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607 1939-01-30 6 The Singapore Free Press MONDAY, JANUARY 30, 1939. Armed Peace CO precarious arc the founcla- tions of peace that every speech by leading statesmen is eagerly awaited as a pronouncement of the very greatest importance. On Saturday night Mr. Chamberlain spoke; today Herr Hitler will speak. Their words are analysed607 words
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905 1939-01-30 6 Edmund J. Lowry - Peasants Workers In The Red Army Edmund J. Lowry THIS is the fourth of a series of articles, disclosing inside facts about conditions m Soviet Russia, written on the basis of information supplied by a n American Technical expert, a native of Rhode I*. land, who was employed for eight905 words
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Article426 1939-01-30 6 DRITAIN S institutions play a very important uart m the science of timekeeping, as is witnessed by the fact that Greenwich Mean Time which is the time kept by Greenwich Observatory and an average of seven of the most accurate free pendulums m the land is426 words
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Advertisement73 1939-01-30 6 FIRE FIGHTING APPLIANCES MERRYWEATHERS Fire Hose Extinguishers Ladders Portable Pumps Salvage Boats HAVE STOOD THE TEST OF FIRE and TIME Write to the Sole Agents for full particulars APB C. I D" 8 linen. P M >ruJl 1 "^ISa HOME LEAVE! SERVICE -COMFORT AND SPEED 9,000 MILES OVER GLORIOUS SCENERY73 words
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Advertisement35 1939-01-30 6 li mlm OUR SAILING LIST CONTAINS COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION ON STEAMSHIP AND AIR SERVICES FROM SINGAPORE. NEW ISSUE JUST OFF THE PRESS. APPLY FOR COPY. THE AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY, 1, ColJyer Quay. No Booking Fee. SINGAPORE.35 words
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Article869 1939-01-30 7 Travelling In R.A.F. Flying-Boat WILL BE ENTERTAINED BY ROYAL HOUSEHOLD (Krom Our Own Correspondent) *v c< Bangkok, Jan. 29. yHK Governor of the Straits Settlements, Sir Shenton Thomas, with Lady Thomas, is due to arrive here by a K.A.F. ffoinfcboat at Klong Toi airport on869 words
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Article137 1939-01-30 7 OONALD COLMAN, Frances Dee and Basil Rathbone make a fine pv*fagm n, t *«a X^Yhich opens at the Capitol tomorrow following a midnight matinee on Saturday night Coiman as Francois Villon, associate of thieves and cut-throats suddenly thrown into the position of dispenser o! justice to137 words
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Article376 1939-01-30 7 A DECREE nisi, to be made absolute m six months, was granted by the Chief Justice, Straits Settlements, Sir Percy McElwaine. to George Ralph Hopkins, a Singapore dance band leader, against his wife, Florence Elizabeth Hopkins, m the Singapore High Court, on Saturday. Hopkins petitioned for divorce376 words
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Article63 1939-01-30 7 Malayans of the older generation will hear with regret of the death of Mrs. Elisabeth Ebden. M.8J5., which took place at Dormansland, Sussex, on Jan. 19. Mrs. Ebden 's husband, the late Mr. Leonard Powney Ebden, was Judicial Commissioner, F.M.S., In 1910, and later became63 words
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Article, Illustration43 1939-01-30 7 DURING THE RECENT FIGHTING IN CATALONIA, during Franco's advance on Barcelona, many Italians were taken prisoner by the Republican troop*. Thfa picture shows some ef the Italian soldiers of the Franco army, after being taken prisoners by the Republicans.43 words
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371 1939-01-30 7 CINGAPORE Mohamedans will make sacrifices of goats bullocks and distribute the meat among the poor and needy to celebrate the Hari Raya Haji tomorrow— the most important festival for Mohamedans all over the world. As m all festivals, they will g0 to the mosques371 words
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Article113 1939-01-30 7 (From Our Own Correspondent) Penan*, Jam 28. WHILE Mr. Justice Howes was sitting m the Penang Bankruptcy Court ihe was three times disturbed by a Chinese woman who approached on her bended knees, and poured out a torrent of words, m tears. The peons removed113 words
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Advertisement79 1939-01-30 7 10 ENJOY GOOD FOOD Wi lOLR CONVENIENCE Before or After the Show DINE WINE CAPITOL JESTAUBANT K "J?!' S ENGINEER'S B X THP rrx lUr «tlon of Ig^or-TMgfiimm collaboration of expert Z.Z m h h been carek c fcn <* revised, brings r hy *<• V iave to by ri79 words
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Advertisement349 1939-01-30 7 I Indoor Games For All Kjp^pfJ bb^ fi bUbh S B^^BKjft^^C^Bß^B^^Bßßß BBBBBi r<*V tflßrfl HLbtJ > R rRIPOLEY ■^k (Complotf »< viih Card^) P3 vL^i i> N O O D A R ■■B^^^'^V^BBjV T.~iS"- i l-< ti 1 1' s t P^^gJ^JU^^4y J TOnrt Game V' *bi -bG ~"''1 A349 words
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Article, Illustration2146 1939-01-30 8 4-Year Expansion Plan Goes Ahead FIVE MORE CARRIERS (From Our Aviation Correspondent) London, Jan. 21. UITAL needs of Empire air defence, and the safety of the world- wide network of Britain's sea routes are reflected m the Admiralty's new drive to augment the striking2,146 words
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Advertisement398 1939-01-30 8 Men Made Young Vigour Increased In 24 Hours it you feel old before your time, and unable to enjoy the pleasures of youth, taice Dr. Nixon's Vi-Tabs and restore your Manhood, Vitality and Energy. Big results m 154 hours. Dr. Nixon's Vi-Tabs are a new discovery and guaranteed to build398 words
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Advertisement370 1939-01-30 8 BOUSTEAD CO.^TD (Incorporated m fJCJ j "i TELEPHONE: Freight 5433-Passa 2 e 1-1 LLOYDS AGENTS^ BOOKING AGENTS FOR FEDERATED MAI -VY ROYAL STATE RAILWAYS OF sui" RVII M v WORLDS GREATEST TRAVEL SYSTEM HeTurns p^TIpTTnT (Incorporated m Australia) FOR ru?J SB f E SYDNEY AND MELBOURNE* RJAVA. DARWIN AND THURSDAY370 words
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Advertisement464 1939-01-30 9 f if ii EL JBRITISH jYP&O and BRITISH INDIA LINES iNCORPO«AI"E'i IN ENGLAND) P. 6c O. S. N. COS SAILINGS, OL'TW.* RDS Due Ooe lounafe S'por*. Tonnage. Spore. .«A'J»lliUl ***** f*' 0 10 BANGALORE 6,000 Apr. 8 ;?nWAN 6070 Kb. 11 RAJPUTANA 17.000 Aor. 21 BI SZk '5.500 Feb. 24464 words
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Advertisement452 1939-01-30 9 McALISTER CO., LTD. Incorporated m Straits Settlements.) GRESHAM HOUSE, BATTERY RD., SINGAPORE. PHONE 5172 ELLERMAN BUCKMALL S.S. Co.. Ltd. {Incorporated tn England HAVRE LONDON ROTTERDAM HAMBURG VIA PORTS ANO SUEZ CANAL Steamer Due Sails CITY OF MANDALAY Calls Glasgow mi n Port Feb. 2 CITY OF FLORENCE Calls Glasgow F452 words
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Advertisement614 1939-01-30 9 MANSFIELD CO., LTD. Ocean Building. CoUyer Quay Singapore Tel. 5151. Chartered Bank Building Penang TeL 1366. BLUE FUNNEL LINE. FAST SERVICES MARSEILLES, LONDON, N. CONTINENT AND GLASGOW (m conjunction with the Glen Une) Dae Sails AGAMEMNON Mars, L'don. R'dam, Hburg, G'gow In Port Peb. 1 NELEUS L'don, R'dam. H'burg. Ant..614 words
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145 1939-01-30 10 Edwin Booth's Daughter Dies In New -York New York. MRS. Edwina Booth Grossman, only child of the famous actor, Edwin Booth, lfas died In New York at the age of 77. She was born m Sulham, Berkshire, during the actor's tour Of the British Isles on Dec. 9. 1861, herBritish United - 145 words
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Article83 1939-01-30 10 Atlantic Voyage In 31 -Foot Boat VWO Finno are planning to sail from Erkero. cne or the Aaland -islands. tit New York m a 31-foot motor-boat vlvoh is flttod with sails. lor four years their craft has maintained a regular service oetween the ishind of Eckero and ftiarienhamn. capital ol83 words
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123 1939-01-30 10 New York. Jan. 15. 3eratch a city slicker and find an aspiring cowboy. On crowded Madison Avenue recently a steer loped through the morning rush hrur traffic. Several hundred pedestrians, apparently anxious to bulldog the bewldered animal., raced after him but they were outfooted123 words
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Advertisement385 1939-01-30 10 K. P. M. PLANCIVS— Monday. Jan. 00, Belawan-Deli. VALENTUN— Monday. Jan. 30, Muntok, Batavia. Semarang and Cheribon. MAPlA— Tuesday. Jan. 31. Bengkalis. Tanjong-Leidong. Asahan. Tan-jong-Mengeidar. Paneh and Berumbang. TOMOHON -Tuesday. Jan. 31, Singkawang. Pemangkat, and Sambas. MA JANG— Wednesday. Feb. 1. Poeloe-Xidjang. Sapat, Tembilahan. Po^loePallas. Pengalian-Estate and Rengat. THEDENS— Wednesday.385 words
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Advertisement589 1939-01-30 10 AMERICAN PRESWENT UNES, LTD. TO EUROPE FROM SINGAPOKE AND FENANG TO COLOMBO, BOMBAf. SUEZ. «*>in SAID. ALEXANDRIA. NAPLES. GEI,O>. MARSEILLES AND NEW YORK. Arrives Leaves Leaves Arrives Spore. Spore Penan. He* York PRESIDENT HARRISON m Port Jan. 31 Feo. 2 Mar. II PRESIDENT HAVES Fab 11 Feb 14 Peb iB589 words
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Advertisement619 1939-01-30 10 ¥\m jLlf^Pi ►OK %KR:CA AND SOI 111 *AJl|;,7\ fßuenos Aires Maru Buenos Aires via Colombo Dnrtu London. Port Elixabeth. Cape 1 lj| Janeiro Santos Montevideo ',5? S 'J homeward voyage. Rio Grande ana £L v Africa Maru Buenos Aires via Colombo. Ma-adi\o u~ jasa, Zanzibar. Dar-es-Salaani B i- 1 iiico619 words
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TRADE AND COMMERCIAL INTELLIGENCE
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Article1019 1939-01-30 11 Fraser And Co. 's List UTCmnAI »A« IM9: 1 P.M. MINING Buyers Sellers 3s 3d 4s 2 6 8 27, 40. .'ls .i-s 55 .60 4 13 1 1.20 1.30 10s 10s 9d i£) s ?d 22s IH 3d Ml 3d .25 30 .61 651,019 words
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Article83 1939-01-30 11 U* Supplied By Messrs. Fraser Co. SATURDAY, JAN. 28, 1 P.M. Cottpa.,. rotai lot n N Dividend Soofca Financial Kamununrr Date B*. Di* *eax Pnallr s*s* 7 n ls Feb. 17 Feb. 17 5% lDa nn&i and 5% int. Jan. 24 Feb. 6 Jan. 25 40% Jan83 words
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Article182 1939-01-30 11 JAN. 28 BUYING London T.T. 2 3 25 32 London demand 23 2532 Lyons demand 2043 Switzerland demand 239 Hamburg demand 133 1 New York demand 5* Montreal demand 54 5 16 Batavia demand 100 Samarang demand 99T» Calcutta. Bombay and Rangoon demand 154% Madras and Colombo182 words
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117 1939-01-30 11 JAN. 2«, 12 O f CLOCK NOON Latest Cable: London Spot Sheet 7 lM6d. per lb. New York Spot Sheet U.S. cts. 15 U per lb. Buyers Sellers. No. IX R.S.S. Spot loose 26»g 26*4 No. IX P..S.S. P. 0.8. In cases January 26% 26117 words
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Article89 1939-01-30 11 "WE expect the first of the seven new] round-the-world American Presi-l dent Lines passenger liners to be laid down within six months," said Mr. William J. Rogers, the newly appointed passenger agent for the American President Lines Ltd., at Singapore, who arrived m the President Harrison89 words
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Article71 1939-01-30 11 London, Jan. 29. ALTHOUGH the money market is little affected by the prevailing political uncertainties, it nevertheless has had own worries, the chief of which has been provided by the abundance of capital seeking employment and the scarcity of Treasury bills. In connection with theReuter - 71 words
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47 1939-01-30 11 Gibraltar, Jan. 29. Large quantities of food have been purchased each day m the past week and taken to Nationalist Spain. Medical supplies also have been bought for wounded Franco soldiers, who are continuously arriving m Southern Spain from various fronts.— ReuterReuter - 47 words
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25 1939-01-30 11 London, Jan. 29. The delegations from Egypt, Palestine, Iraq, Saudi-Arabia and Yemen, arrived today for the Palestine Con- ference.— ReuterReuter - 25 words
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Article49 1939-01-30 11 Admiral Le Bigot Commander-in-Chief of the French Naval Forces m the Far East, is going next month, probably from the 6th to the 13th February, on an official visit to Bangkok. He will arrive m the Siamese capital on board the aerop'ane Admiral Charner.49 words
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Article164 1939-01-30 11 From London 1.30. p.m. Saturday RUBBER —Q U i e t. London: 7 n,i6d. 73/4(1. Previously 711 lfid 73' d rvt Z %d 7/sd Previously: 73/ 4 d. 7V B ci SSw^k. 713!16d ?15;i6d Previously: 7 1316 d. 7 15;i6d. iNew York Preciously: 15.31 cts. STOCKS: Liverpool'164 words
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Article68 1939-01-30 11 From London: Latest Quotations TIN: (Previous tone) Firm. Spot: £213 2s. 6d. Previously: £213 2s. 6d. Three months: £212 17s. 6d Previously: £212 17s. 6d NEW YORK TIN: L Previously: 45.75. Previously: £41 17s. 6d. i« KlUiy o o: 2 u. Previously: £7 Bs. 8V 2 d.68 words
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Article58 1939-01-30 11 London Closing Quotations Method of Parity oeiore Latest Centre Quoting 20-9-31 Rate Previousi? Paris Franc to 121.11 177 177 New York... to 4.8665 4.67% 4.67'/ 2 Amsterdam. Guilders to 3.96% 8.72 8.69% Hong Kong Per dollar Is. 3d. Is. 3d. Shanghai ?ei dollar B%d. nom B%d nom.58 words
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Article83 1939-01-30 11 The Singapore Volunteer Corps programme of drills up to and for week ending Feb. 5, is as follows: Monday, Jan. 30. 5.15 p.m—Headquarters, Cadre Classes M.G.; Cadre Classes L.A.; S.R.A (v) N.C.Os. 3.7" How. Wednesday, 5.15 p.m. —Headquarters, Cadre Classes M.G.; Cadre Classes L.A. Thursday, 5.15 p.m.— Headquarters,83 words
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Article33 1939-01-30 11 Mrs. A. E. Llewellyn, wife of Mr. A. E. Llewellyn, of Malayan Collieries, Kuala Lumpur, gave birth to a son (Roger Stewart) at Done aster,, Yorks, on Jan. 19, writes our London Correspondent.33 words
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Article212 1939-01-30 11 A SOLITARY goal late m the game enabled the Ceylon Sports Club to gain a hard-earned victory over the 32nd Heavy Battery (Changi) m a hockey match played on the Sports Club ground yesterday. There was no score m the first half; both the defences giving212 words
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Article57 1939-01-30 11 ON his wny back to the United States after two years' service m the Far Bast, Commander M. L. Deyo, Assistant Chief of Staff to Admiral H. Yarnell, Commander-in-Chlef, U.S. Asiatic Fleet, arrived at Singapore yesterday m the American President liner Harrison. Commander Deyo is57 words
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Article125 1939-01-30 11 London, Jan. 29. At Wembley today the English table tennis championship finals drew ten thousand spectators. In the men's singles, Richard Bergmann, former Austrian, now entered from London, beat B. Vana, Czechoslovakia, 18—21, 19—21, 21—17, 21—8, 21—14. In the women's singles, Jean Nicoll, junior British lawnReuter - 125 words
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Advertisement348 1939-01-30 11 BANK OF CHINA (Incorporated m Cnma oy Speclaj Charter). 12, Cecil Street. Singapore, telephones: Manager's Office 6444 Asst Manarer OtTire 6441 Exchange Oept 6441 General Office 5188-t Cable Address: (HiNt.Kio. Paid Up Capital Ch S 40.000.M0.M Reserve Fonda to excess of Ch s <ia» it Total Asset* approximately Ch IMOO.OOQ.MO.*/;348 words
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Miscellaneous118 1939-01-30 11 Law Notice For The Day Before the Chief Justice m Ist Court at 10.30 a.m. Magistrate's Appeal:— Quah 00l Chim vs. Rex. Thereafter:— S.3ol/38— Eng Choon Hoon vs. Tay Bok Choon. Before Mr. Justice Pedlow m Cham, bers at 10.45 a.m. For mention:— S.39s/36— Urich Humphris Baker vs. Asia Insurance118 words
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840 1939-01-30 12 Four Tries Scored On Sodden Ground FINE SECOND HALF EFFORT THE South of Malaya beat the North 15--6 m their annual match played at Anson Road Stadium on Saturday. Conditions were extremely heavy, but play was fast and exciting. Half-time score was 6-all.840 words
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Article234 1939-01-30 12 High Standard Of Malayan Rugby "f WAS r.-.totiishcd v. hen I came to Malaya three years ago to find what a high standard of play prevailed here," said Major-General W. O. S. Dobbie, General Officer .Commanding. Malaya, at the annual Rugby dinner, after the North-South game, at RafflCo Hotel on234 words
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Article105 1939-01-30 12 The women's Gold Medal competition ot the Royal Singapore Golf Club for 1933 will be played next Monday simultaneously with the February Medal The following are qualified to compete Mrs. S. E. Dcds. Mrs. C. R. Cherry. Mrs. R. W. Coven. Mrs. W. B. Ruddock. Mrs.105 words
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Article237 1939-01-30 12 The Royal Singapore Golf Club's secondly bi-monthly mixed foursomes competition for January was played at Bukit Timah on Sunday afternoon and resulted m a win tor Miss J. Elder and S Ldr. J. E. MacCallum, with a net 32 3 4 Fifty-six cards were takon237 words
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Article67 1939-01-30 12 Seven cards were taken out for the Keppel Golf Club's January women's foursomes. The following ware the scores returned: Mrs. P. Crawley and Mrs. J. P. Carr 49 12 37 Mrs. E. A. Elder and Mrs>. R. E. Earle 47 gi 7 Mrs. W. Ounstone and Mrs. O.67 words
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Article57 1939-01-30 12 S.C.C. volunteer snooker ties for 4is week are: Today.— C. L. Boumphrey and P V Read vs. M. S. Robinson and L H Cooper. Tomorrow.— M. Melville and J A Gagan vs. .H. M. Vennik and D M Seward. Wednesday.— J. A. Dean and W Chivers vs. Major57 words
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78 1939-01-30 12 (From Our Own Correspondent) Bangkok, Jan. 29. rE FOOTBALL section of the Royal Bangkok Sports Club have issued an invitation to the R.A.F. at Singapore to send a team to Bangkok- to play a couple of matches here. The Singapore R.A.F. have accepted but78 words
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Article1166 1939-01-30 12 EASTER PARADE PAYS $92 (From Our Own Correspondent) Ipoh, Jan. 29. THERE were two big dividends at the Ipoh, Perak, Turf Club's first day yesterday. Char, m the fourth race, paid $142 and Easter Parade, who won the second, returned v price of $92.1,166 words
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1413 1939-01-30 12 WON GAME FOR HIS sip A FORMER amateur player nmUngl^^ League, L. Bradbury, scored for Manchester ll goal m the Manchester-Chelsoa football mate] four minutes from time. .^tenfy Charlton showed improved form to beat Midrfi S— o. The forward line had more1,413 words