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Title Section17 1922-01-26 49 THE Singapore Free Press AND MERCANTILE ADVERTISER. WEEKLY MAIL VDITieN. THIRD SERIES THURSDAY, JAMJAKY :><?, 1922. No. «1,79917 words
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DOMESTIC OCCURRENCES.
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Article118 1922-01-26 49 I)i: MOUBRAY.— At Batu Gajah Hospital, on the 15th instant, to the wife of Mr. G. A. de OL de Moubray, Malayan Civil Service, a daughter. ROBINSON. On 10th January, 1922, at Alor Star. Kedah, to Mr. and Mrs. Franklyn Robinson, son. HORWOOD. k\ .th Maternity Hospital, Singapore, on118 words
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Article95 1922-01-26 49 BLAIR-COOKE. At St. Andrew's Cathedral. Singapore, on the 24th January, by The Yen. Archdeacon P. G. Swindell, M. Aj, David Eric. Blair of Meuibakut E.stat-.. British North Borneo, to Lorna Lemnriero, elder daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. T. Cookc of Ab ho;, Korumburra, Victoria, Australia. DAY— DAVIS. -On95 words
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Article75 1922-01-26 49 GREENFIELD. On the 21st Dec, suddenly, at Nice. Thongs Jos 'ph Martineau, barrister-at-lavr. Lincoln's Inn. late of Singapore. Deeply mourned. LUCAS. At Kuala Lumpur ojj tun. "JOth. ltUJf. d. I>. kucas>«e*K>r Wo+4*V?m*Mi"e*, F. M. S., aged 13. ASHBY —On January 10. 1922. at Ipoh, Perak, Euphemia Ashby, widow of75 words
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Article202 1922-01-26 49 LEADERS PAGE Schools for All? 49 Too Late, Too La to 49 Comments of the W< 50 Prance end England 60 Houses for the Poor SO Malaya's Volunteers 51 POLICE AND COURT NEWS. Staffords* Men Arrested 52 I The Recent Burglaries 54, 6, 9 Chinese Trader's Arrest 55 The202 words
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Article154 1922-01-26 49 Subscribers to tho "Singapore Free Press" veetiy reteraiag from Europe to the Straits by any of tho mail linos, are invited to send to tho Manager the name of their steamer and date of arrival in Singapore. Copies will tb .n bo mailed to meet them at various ports of154 words
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Article146 1922-01-26 49 January 25. Tin 225 ona ***** Gambler Cnbe No. 1 14.00 Gambier 9-50 Pepper Black 13.75 Pepper (white fair) 26.00 Tapio?B, ',mall flake, f.g. 6.M Tapioca medium pearl f.g 7.25 Pearl Sago, small 7.16 Copr Mix 10-25 Copra Sr.r.dried 10.50 Opium. Benares uncert: 4.500 Rice. Rangoon white 280 Rice.146 words
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Article703 1922-01-26 49 January 20 In the present 'agitation for more school accommodation there is one thing forgotten by those who claim that pupils should be kept at school as their parents like and can afford to keep them, and that it is the Government's duty to see that there703 words
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Article795 1922-01-26 49 January 21. In the early days of the war, when every volunteer spared every minute he could for drill, and many old hands returned to the ranks, it used to be a caure of complaint that the drill was constantly changing, which made it difficult for795 words
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Page 49 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous376 1922-01-26 49 THE WEEK'S NEWS. Dates to December 28th were brought by the mail from Home which atiivtd here on Monday, January 23rd. During the week the rubber market has steadily weakened, prices ruling at the weekly auction being lower and business poor. At a meeting called by the Straits Chinese British376 words
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Article827 1922-01-26 50 January 23. Of Home events of importance there have not been many to comment upon during the past week. Save for the news that the political headquarters have left Dublin Castle there has been nothing from Ireland, .•nd presumably the British forces civil and military are827 words
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Article938 1922-01-26 50 January 24. The assumption of power by M. Poincare is likely to do a great deal towards steadying political feeling m France. M. Briands resignation had been a thing expected for a long time, for moderate opinion m France, which has at the moment the upper hand,938 words
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Article971 1922-01-26 50 January 25 At the meeting of the Legislative Council on Dec. 10th the Treasurer moved for a vote of $93,000 to i plete a sum of $168,405 the cost of the construction of coolie houses m Keppel-rd, near Nelson-rd. Om Iht recommendations of the Hou Commission971 words
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Article929 1922-01-26 51 January 26. The Government is to be commended for putting on record m the form of a Council paper, which was lriu! on the table at Monday's meeting, a report on the local forces of M&laya. In addition Major Moulton is to be congratulated upon the bj mpathetic929 words
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Article285 1922-01-26 51 Colombo's first motor water waggon will be m use on the Colombo roads m the very near future. It has been tested on the roads and found entirely satisfactory. Mr. E. Whitehead, of Linotype and Machinery Ltd., is leaving to-day by the s.s. Eurylochus for London. Mr. F. S. Black285 words
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Article495 1922-01-26 51 ASSESSMENT LOSSES. The Tea Money bill being still before the Council, in Corr.mittee, the following excerpt from the evidence of Mr. Carpmael, Municipal Assessor, to the Financial Commission, is oi interest. Mr. Hereford: Is there considerable advantage with regard to the amount of assessment which you might expect495 words
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Article54 1922-01-26 51 In regard to the strike among Chinese seamen at Hongkong and other China ports, the Captain of the Gregory A pear, which arrived m Singapore on Tuesday, states that 120 ships are iaid up at Hongkong unable to leave. It is anticipated that the strike will continue54 words
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Article94 1922-01-26 51 The Treasurer of the Child's Welfare Association has received from Mrs. A. J. Amery a cheque for $1,683, being the proceeds of the above Ball which was held on 16th December 1921. The amount is made up of sales of tickets and programmes $1,710.02 less expenditure $492.02;94 words
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Article100 1922-01-26 51 Two men, Chan Yam and Low Sim Fook, alleged to be concerned m the outrage committed m Grange Road on Sunday morning, when at the point of the pistol they robbed a Chinese doctor, named Chok Yew Kong of 102 Rochore Road, who was with them m a100 words
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Article57 1922-01-26 51 In connection with the charges preferred against T. W. Orton regarding the Badak tin mines, the Acting Chief Commissioner of Police (Melbourne) on December 23 received the following telegram from Brisbane "Orton, conspiracy; remanded on bail before City Police Court Melbourne 3rd. January self £500 surety same amount. Detective Grieve57 words
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Article386 1922-01-26 52 TWO STAFFORDS' MEN ARRESTED. Giving; their names as J. Clark and G. White, which were fictitious, two Staffords men stood charged before Mr. H. R. Bull m the Second Court yesterday with cheating a rikisha puller named Lim Ho m respect of 50 cents. Inspector Meoten386 words
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Article412 1922-01-26 52 Mr. W. Sharp of Penang is proceeding to Sungei Patani to take charge of Messrs. Pritchard and Co., Ltd's new branch there. The number recruited for the Straits Settlements Defence Force m Penang to date is All. comprising 101 Europeans, 32 Eurasians, 84 Chinese, 111- Malays, and 37 for the412 words
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Article550 1922-01-26 52 SUPREME COURT REFERENCE. Reference to the recent death of Mr. T. J. M. Greenfield, formerly of Singapore, was made m the Supreme Court yesterday morning. The Chief Justice, Sir Walter S. Shaw, saia that before the business of the Court commenced he should like to make reference550 words
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Article72 1922-01-26 52 An echo of the recent burglaries was heard m the District Court yesterday, when Detective Inspector Phear charged another man, named Muster Ali, with dishonestly retaining stolen property, to wit coats, jackets, and other articles of clothing belonging to Mr. B. E. Ablitt and Mr. A.72 words
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Article175 1922-01-26 52 A Chinese fisherman while out fishing rear Hongkong on January 14th was mysteriously shot and killed by some unknown person m a passing vessel. i p Stanley Armstrong, aged twenty-three, wireless operator, who was at London Sessions sentenced to three years' penal servitude, confessed to having stolen fiftyfight musical instruments175 words
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Article1584 1922-01-26 52 REPORT OF PROGRESS. A mooting: of the General Committee of the Malaya-Borneo Exhibition was held m the Council Chamber yesterday morning, Wheii the Colonial Secretary, the hon'ble Mr. P. S. James, who presided over a large att< n<\-j.nr.e of members of the sub-com-mittees, reported the progress which had1,584 words
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Article723 1922-01-26 53 Mysore was reached by H. R. H. the Prince of Wales yesterday morning, and, according to the programme of his tour, he remains there til: the evening of the 23rd After being confined to his quarters owing to indisposition for the last few :.ys, Inspector Bendlc,723 words
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Article310 1922-01-26 53 El R ASIANS* FINE RESPONSE. The Singapore Volunteer Force, after yesterday's enrolments had reached the gratifying strength of close upon 900 men, the actual number being 809. The European Force last night v/a given as 477, of whom .'s3.") have enlisted for Colour service, 90 for the Reserve310 words
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Article339 1922-01-26 53 A Tiger Invades A Tent. A correspondent of the Englishman writes: The following is an interesting story m connection with His Royal Highness Uie Prince of Wales' recent shooting trip m Nepal: The Prince and his staff being unerring shots quite a consternation v.:.. caused amongst339 words
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Article119 1922-01-26 53 The lay Mail is informed that Messrs T. H. T. Rogers and Son, of Kwila Lumpur, and Messrs. Logan and Ross, of Penang, have effected an amalgamation with the object of carrying on m partnership tho business heretofore carried on at No. 73, Klyne Street, Kuala Lumpur, by Mr. Rogers.119 words
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Article124 1922-01-26 53 The .Singapore Chamber of Commerce Rubber Association held its usual auction on Wednesday, 18th, when there was Catalogued 1,881,504 lbs. Tons 841*12 Offered 1,503,119 lbs. Tons 071.03; Sod 1.813,573 lbs. Tons 586.41. PRICES REALIZED. tritibed Soiled Sheet Cens per lb. Smfrai >re Standard Quality 35% to 3G G(;od124 words
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Article286 1922-01-26 53 Rubber. Singapore, Jan. 19. Tin* market has steadily weakened during the past week m sympathy with advices received from London and New York. At the usual weekly auction on Wednesday, few interests were operating, and bidding was very slow at prices showing declines of about 2 cents all286 words
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Article181 1922-01-26 53 GOOD M US IC FAILUR E. ififal i<-< Bxperi ent. of thu men it U i »•.<<• i a m< t Hat tersea Boi ougl n.' ays: "Wiih reference to the Chamber Music Concerts held our own supervision nrl which we arranged his we h.ive to re] j i om«181 words
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Article18 1922-01-26 53 Mr. M. H. Whitty, who has recently been stationed m Negri Sembilan, htm been transferred back to Selangor.18 words
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Article393 1922-01-26 53 THE FINANCE PROBLEMS. The following is the second report of the dire tti tn th bh:u 10 Hers of ihe mi p•< s. \M- the annual .meeting on January 24th at Darker and Co., Ltd. At the close of the financial year the area under cultivation was393 words
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Article300 1922-01-26 53 THE RECE NT BURGLA RIES. LIXST SECOND-HAND c use 01 ed m v >■ rounded smaii ork cy ass t\ [»ci inued n the I Court men! tath (.f leh, \ho h -tl alii plea o^ guilty un* theft at various Disti ict and g Hal also con--1 ned s300 words
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Article38 1922-01-26 53 At a pigeon show at West Ham it was claimed for one bird that it saved a battalion from annihilation m the Salonika campaign, and another was responsible for the rescue of the crew of a fishing smack.38 words
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Article1497 1922-01-26 54 The forms and colours of shells (as of all other natural objects) answer Some particular purpose, or obey some general law, but, besides this, wrote Dr. Woodward m his epoch-making manual (1), t'rere is much that seems intended for ou/ study and calculated to call forth our admiration.1,497 words
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Article118 1922-01-26 54 The Prince of Wales has sent to Brigadiei A. G. Hamilton of 20, Esplanade, Calcutta, who is promoting the appeal for seven lakhs of rupees to maintain and extend Salvation Army work m India, the following: message:— "Though I have not myself been long enough mi n India to gain118 words
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Article668 1922-01-26 54 RUGBY. YESTERDAY'S KEEN TRIAL. The approach of the final of the Malaya Cup was reflected m the trial match on the Padang yesterday, when Whites defeated Colours by one try (3 points) to nil. The match was one of the keenest that ha^; been played this' season; from668 words
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Article61 1922-01-26 54 (From Our Own Correspondent) Kuala Lumpur, Jan. 19. Selangor Turf Club entries having proved insufficient, the committee has applied to the S. R. A. for permission to cancel the meeting. [This was the result we expected, but it does not seem necessary to apply for S.R.A.61 words
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Article101 1922-01-26 54 Says the Straits Echo: Those who purchased tickets at the Tote on Polly, who was scratched shortly after the horse's name and number were hoisted on the board, are informed that they cannot get a refund for rule 3 of the Totalizator and Pari-mutuel says "All money staked on the101 words
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Article189 1922-01-26 54 The results of the Christmas and New Year Competitions were as follows Eclectic Competition. G. Patcrson M 2 1 8 31 2 3 J. V. Riera 30 3 2:3 32 1 3 Mixed foursome. Miss Van Cuylenburg and G. Paterson 46 SH 42 >, Mr. and Mrs.189 words
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Article38 1922-01-26 54 A Reuter cable of 17th. inst. states that at the National Sporting Club, m a twenty-round contest for a pane <>f £960, Dick Smith, ex-cruiser-weight champion of Britain, defeated Albert Lloyd, the Australian cruiser-weight champion, on points.38 words
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Article70 1922-01-26 54 The Ladies' Spoon Competition for December was played on Monday afternoon, 16th inst. and resulted m a win for Mrs. G. Cullen with a net score of 39. Nine cards were taken out and the following were returned: Mrs. G. Cullen 54 15 39 Mr?. V. G.70 words
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Article45 1922-01-26 54 The result of Monthly Medal (Stroke) at the Garrison Golf Club was as follows Rev. J. W. K. Griffin 91 IS 73 EF. C. Stocks 8S 14 74 Lt.-Col. T. S. Cotgrave 88 13 75 Major A. D. Welch 87 8 7945 words
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Article82 1922-01-26 54 Tapah, which now possesses a strong cricket team, visited Ipoh on Saturday and scored an easy victory. The visitors batted first and compiled a useful 141, to which Spooner contributed a splendid half century. In reply Ipoh were only able to produce 69, Major Edwards carrying out82 words
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Article146 1922-01-26 54 London, Jan. 2. There were wretch* d condition! for the rugger match between France and Scotland, rain and a. strong wind making Colombes ground a quagmire. 30,000 spectators were present. At the outset, the French attacked by reason of the three-quarters' skilful passing, but the Scottish tackling, kicking,146 words
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Article115 1922-01-26 54 The F. A. Council has adopted the recommendations of the Finance and Consultative Committee that the Final Tie of the Association Cup be played on the ground of the Chelsea F. C. at Stamford Bridge on April 29. In connection with the arrival next week of H.M.S. Hawkins and ships115 words
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Article747 1922-01-26 55 Lieut. Col. W. H. Whyte has been appointed Adjutant of the Penang Volunteers. The Health and Hygienic Stores, Ltd. has been struck off the Register of Companies. Lieut.-Commander C. A. Peal, R. N. R., has been appointed Harbour Master, Penang. Mr. W.#G. Stirling has been appointed747 words
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Article691 1922-01-26 55 PETITION TO THE GOVERNOR. The meeting called by the Straits Chinese British Association m the Victoria Theatre last evening was fairly well attended, and the resolution entbc lied la the petition intended to be sent to thf Governor wai passed, the signat .\\va be.nj M •-•<• Lee Choon691 words
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Article125 1922-01-26 55 An O] timistic forecast of the cost of living was macle by Mr. H. G. Williams m a lecture given under the auspices of the Industrial League, at Caxton Hall. If they assumed, he said, that rents wou d by the same on 1 February and 1 May as they125 words
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Article1037 1922-01-26 55 RE-FORMING THE COMPANY. An extraordinary general meeting of Sevdmi Limited was held yesterday to consider three resolutions that the Company be wound up voluntarily, and that Kwa Slew Tee, of Market Street !>j appointed tdator authorised to consent to the re>l:at on of a new company to be1,037 words
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Article115 1922-01-26 55 FUASERS REPORT Singapore, Jan. 20. Rubbers. Dull, with few deals to report. Mining. Quiet. Col ieries $12.75 to $13. 25, Murais $5.75 to $G. 25, Linguis $8.75 to 14.76, Uiu Piahs $1.07H to $1.12 tt, Taipingfl $1.05 to $1.10. North Taipir.gs $1.15 to $1.20, Nawng Pets 95115 words
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Article179 1922-01-26 55 Effected m Hongkong. Information was receive! yesterday by the local Detective Department that a Singapore Chinese trader named Yeo Ycng Teng, alias Yeo Chay Sam, has been arresti\i m Hongkong, m connection with the alleged embezzlement of property here. Immediately on his disappearance, warrants were out t<>179 words
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Article292 1922-01-26 55 The Rev. .J. Romania Lee was present at the eighth congregation of the University of Hongkon-. Degrees, honoris causa, were conferred on Sir Charles Addis and the hon'ble Mr. Sharp. A death-rate of .:3l per mille compared with 30.74 the previous week, was recorded by the Municipal Health Officer m292 words
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Article103 1922-01-26 56 The connection between salary and salt has a modern exemplification m Singapore, according to a paragraph m the report of the Municipal President (Mr. R. J. Fairer) for 1920. A table is given showing the highest and lowest price* m the year. Salt was as high ax103 words
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Article98 1922-01-26 56 Lady Guillemard has presented to the Penang Library the complete set of "Georgian Poetry" from 1911 to 191», published by the Poetry Bookshop. At the annual general meeting of the 1 enang branch of the Eurasian Association, held m the Penang Recreation Club, on the 16th instant, the following were98 words
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Article622 1922-01-26 56 COMMITTAL ORDER REFUSED. Mr. Justice Barrttt-Lennard presided over the Bankruptcy Court yesterday. In the case of Chin Kwong Ching, the Assistant Official Assignee, Mr. G. H. Kellagher, i.'iformed the Court that the police had been unable to execute the warrant which had been issued for the arrest of622 words
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Article432 1922-01-26 56 DECEASED'S TERRIBLE INJURIES. After lasting for four days the case for the prosecution m the Darbyshire murder trial at the Johore Assizes, was concluded, twenty-two witnesses having been called. Mr. Dinsmore, Public Prosecutor, appears for the prosecution. Three of the five Malay coolies, charged m connection with432 words
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Article211 1922-01-26 56 Under the heading of Anti-Malaria the report of the Municipal President, Singapore, for 1920 makes note of a beginning of the permanent work necessary to deal with the Tyersall Ravine and an offer made to deal with TangUn Barracks (accepted) bearing: half the cost. The following will211 words
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Article145 1922-01-26 56 On the conclusion of the hearing into the case la which n o fewer than ten persons stood charged m connection with the recent burglaries m the Tanglin district, Mr. Nunn, District Judge, passed sentence on A mat, Saleh and Awang, three of the accused who pleaded guilty145 words
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Article1244 1922-01-26 56 Quicquid agunt homineg nottri e*t Jnrr+p, lihelli JuvsNUk Under exceptional circumstances differences arise m the best regulated family but they are not always brought into the light of publicity. When they are, it is just as well to see that the dirty linen washed m public1,244 words
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Article144 1922-01-26 56 The statement concerning London rates which is being sent through the post by Viscount Farquhar, the President of the London Municipal Society, ought to serve as an effective eye-opener to all who hare allowed municipal affairs to develop m the way they have during the last decade.144 words
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Article219 1922-01-26 56 A will made m shorthand was admitted to probate when an application was made to the President of the Probate Court (Sir Henry Duke) respecting: the will of the late Mr. Skinsley Charles Orrin, a commercial traveller, of Braintree, Essex, who died m hospital m Antwerp on 28 July last.219 words
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372 1922-01-26 57 MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 1922. THE VOLUNTEER FORCE. RETENTION OF RANK. The total strength of the Singapore Volunteer Force to date is 962, made up as follows: Europeans, 479; Eurasians, 3 officers and 191 other ranks; Chinese, 3 officers and 165 other ranks; and Malays, 4 officers and 117 other ranks.372 words
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Article327 1922-01-26 57 SUCCESSFUL FUNCTION AT PULAU BRANI. A fancy dress ball, under any circum-taiK-cs is always a very enjoyable event, but those held under military auspices are invariably more delightful, possibly on account of the greater measure of sociability that exists between hosts and guests. The ball327 words
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Article63 1922-01-26 57 Those who have oceasior to pass to a;ici fro between here anJ Sandakan will be interested to learn tha, cuing to the long standing complaint of inadequate hotel ac-t-omnioriation there, the Government of British North Borneo has decided to acquire the Sandakan Hotel, which will be63 words
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Article2263 1922-01-26 57 THE CHAIRMAN'S OPTLMISM. The annual general meeting of the Devon Estates (Malacca) Ltd., was held m the French Bank buildings at noon on Friday, presided over by Mr. H. C. Stewart. Others present were the Hon. Mr. D. Y. Perkins, Messrs. H. B. Ward, S. Morgan, H. E.2,263 words
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Article287 1922-01-26 57 Mr. Boden Kloss, when last heard from, was arranging a trip to Corsica. From Messrs. Adamson Gilfillan and Co. wo have received a wal! calendar of the British India Steam Navigation Company. Mr. P. A. Anthony, C.M.G., is leaving by the Egypt for Marseilles en route to Rome, where he287 words
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Article501 1922-01-26 58 FINANCE COMMITTEE AND EXECUTIVE. A Bill is published m the Government Gazette for the purpose of incorporating a financial committee m whom shall be vesteu the monies and an executive committee m whom shall be vested power to enter into contracts and take other steps necessary for the501 words
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Article240 1922-01-26 58 M. Fombertaux, Colombo, manager of the M.M. Company, has been promoted to take charge of the Agency at Yokohama and will be leaving with Mme. Fombertaux and family towards the end of this month. It is not u.sual. says the StJraits Echo, for 01 to discuss the affairs of the240 words
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Article1471 1922-01-26 58 ACCUSED'S CONFLICTING STATEMENTS. Conflicting stories of the terrible crime which was committed m the jungle at Kulai, Johore, last June, have been told by the five Malay coolies, who are being charged, before Mr. Justice Brown at Johore Assizes, with the murder of Mr. Thomas Herbert Darbyshire,1,471 words
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Article95 1922-01-26 58 Prof. Deral'a Circus opened a short season m Singapore on Friday night mi n the Beach Road tent. Owing to the weather on Saturday night, the attendance was poor, but the artistes showed no lack of zeal m their efforts to entertain. Altogether the programme was quite a95 words
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Article110 1922-01-26 58 The hue and cry for the murderer, or murderers, of Mr. J. Doughty Smith, Manager of Padang Plandok Mine, who was fatally shot by gang robbers while returning to the mine with the wages for the coolies, continues with unabated intensity m Kedah and Siam, says110 words
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Article62 1922-01-26 58 A Hongkong resident, Mr. R. Baker, of the Kowloon-Canton Railway, has recently patented at hom c his invention of a new kind of concrete railway sleeper, experiments with which have so far proved the idea to be a great success. A company called the Timeproof Ferro-Concrete Railway Sleeper Co., with62 words
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Article387 1922-01-26 58 ANNUAL MEETING. TMie fourth ordinary general meeting of Bintan Estates, Limited, was held at the Offices of the Company, Chartered Bank Chambers, on Saturday. The hon'ble Mr. W. F. Nutt presided and there were tlso present Messrs. W. Lowther Kemp, J. Hay McNaughton, H. B. Egmont Hake,387 words
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Article160 1922-01-26 58 Singapore, Jan. 19th. Since our last report there ha< been a Heavy fall m the Market, chiefly due to lack of interest from the trade and the decline m the London Market It is reported that the recent heavy arriva i n New York have160 words
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Article136 1922-01-26 58 Forced Arbitration Suggested. London, Jan. 3rd.— Prominent Trade Unionists m a manifesto to the Premier on the unemployment problem point out that "our only hope of finding useful work for the unemployed is m getting the wheels of industry revolving again, and this can only be done136 words
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Article76 1922-01-26 58 London, Jan. sth. The recent mil.! weather has been replaced by a very wintry type and there were heavy snowfalls m the eastern and north eastern counties m England, the Highlands and Scotland yesterday. Hail, sleet and snow have fallen m Devonshire and Cornwall. The use76 words
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Article19 1922-01-26 58 Colombo is to go m for new Secretariat buildings and Legislative Council Chamber, on a site at Galle Face.19 words
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Article896 1922-01-26 59 A BAD YEAR. The accompanying Statement of AcCOUntfl shews a credit balance for the y.'ur of 1842.46 after deducting $9,971.92 for depreciation, and expending: $8,400.44 on upkeep and improvements to the Club's premises. Two race meetings were held m May Jane and October and were m every896 words
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Article305 1922-01-26 59 The text of the bill to provide for the constitution and control of Cooperative Societies is published m the Gazette. The Objects and Reasons state. Co-operative Societies m the United Kingdom are registered under the Industrial and Provident Societies Acts, or as "Specially authorised Societies" m the305 words
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Article146 1922-01-26 59 A Challenge to the Government. London, Jan. Sth. Edgar Speyer, m a !onp reply to the report of the Committee of Inquiry's dealings with his case, declares that it if the work of men entirely ignorant of business, and who, accordingly, reached unjust conclusions on insufficient evidence.146 words
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Article82 1922-01-26 59 In 'The Guide" of 28th November, the official organ of the Girl Guides Incorporated, the following message appears from His Royal Highness the Prince of WaUs, sent from H.M.S. "Renown":— "I am deeply grateful to the 860,000 Boy Scouts and to the Girl Guides throughout82 words
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Article168 1922-01-26 59 The news that M. Gounaris has been successful m obtaining m London a loan has caused a painful sensation m Turkish political circles. The Porte is urging the Kemalists to commence an offensive before the Greeks can exploit the fresh resources. It is generally realised that a Russo-British Entente would168 words
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509 1922-01-26 59 TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 1922 PENDING LIBEL ACTION. 'PUBLIC OFFICER'S ZEAL." Application was made to the Chief Justice, Sir Walter Shaw, m the Sup-erne Court yesterday morning, that an interlocutory judgment, delivered m the case of Oscar Wilson vs. D.M.D. Stephen and the Singapore Estates Supplies and Agency Company, should be509 words
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Article253 1922-01-26 59 Mr. A. K. A'B. Terrell, of Messrs. Presgrave and Matthews, is due back m Penang by the B. I. liner Egra. Mr. V. K. Sabapaty, Sub-Treasurer and Collector of Stamp Duties, Krian, has retired after 33 years' service. His many friends m Singapore will regret to learn that Mr. T.253 words
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Article380 1922-01-26 59 DISTRICT JUDGE COMMENDS POLICE. When Mr. B. Nunn, District Judge, deliveied orders yesterday upon seven of the accused concerned m the recent burglaries, he took the opportunity of commending the work of the police, especially that of Detective Inspector Phear, through whose instrumentality no fewer than ten persons380 words
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Article202 1922-01-26 59 MR. L. S. DUNLOP SUCCUMBS TO INJ TRIES. Ahcut 3 a.m. on Sunday last, a motor fatality occurred m Beach Road, resulting m the death of Mr. L. S. Dtralop, of the Borneo Co. It would appear that Mr. Dunlop was returning from Sea View, and was at202 words
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Article42 1922-01-26 59 We are informed by Naval Headquarters that there has been a delay m the arrival of the Fleet. Four submarines are now expected on Wednesday, the Titania and one submarine on Thursday, and the Hawkins and Marazion probably on Saturday.42 words
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Article126 1922-01-26 59 lOI.S. Laburnum under command of Com. George P. Sherston arrived m port yesterday morning from Colombo. She is bound for Batavia en route to Auckland, New Zealand, whither she leaves on the 27th inst. A curious failure of Anopheles mosquitoes to spread malaria has been discovered m a marshy district126 words
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Article2710 1922-01-26 60 MONDAY, JAN. 23. Present. His E ocllency the Governor, (Sir Laurence N. GuilVmard, K.C.B His Excellency the General Officer Commanding the Troops (Major General Neill Malcolm). The II m'bip tin* Colonial Secretary (Mr. F. S. James.) The Hon'ble the Attorney-General (Sir J. W. Murison.) The Hon'hle the Colonial2,710 words
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Article357 1922-01-26 60 VERDICT TODAY. The trial i f t'u> five .Malay eo< re Assizes on a charge of" murdering their employer, Mi-. Ti omas U barbyshire, and the Malay boy, Kia, ihe jangle Kulai, Johore, last June, i ii sta.iiTs. if< anus bin rlok, aO 'UIOU his t»\ \.\.v<357 words
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Article76 1922-01-26 60 A Chinese doctor, named C'hok Yew X of 102 Rochore Road, was robbed of $400 worth of valuables on Sunday morning In Grange Road by three Macaos. The eompiainant was taken m a car by the robber B, as if to see a patient, and on the way was forced76 words
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1243 1922-01-26 61 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25, 1922 BUKIT TIMAH DOUBLE MURDER. A PECULIAR STORY. Before Mr. G. P, Bourne, the Coroner, the inquest was commenced yesterday into the death of Susie and Robert Gomes, \\if" and eon respeethrely of George William Gome?. tely employed as draftsman m th ?.;unicipality, who is alleged t-j1,243 words
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Article200 1922-01-26 61 The weekly meeting of the Rent Assessment Board was held In the Municipal Offices yesterday afternoon, presided over by Mr. C. F. Green. Others present were Messrs. E. A. Eiias, Gaw Khek Khiam, E. Teasensohn, Koh San Bin, and H. Beadsworth. Mr. W. L. Steven- applu I on200 words
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Article201 1922-01-26 61 Sir Lionel Woodward, Chief Judicial Commissioner, has returned from India. Hon.j:kon»r Legislative Council has voted $100,000 for the visit cf the Prince of Wales. Mr. F. (t. Bourne, -.\h;> hu.s been acf.n.tr as Coroner, has now been confirmed m that post, with retrospective effect from September 20th, 1020. The appointment201 words
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Article1074 1922-01-26 61 The annual general meeting will be held m the Society" Room at the Raffles Museum on Friday Feb. 10th at 5 p.m. It is proposed to hold the annual dinner the same evening. From the report the following is abstracted. The membership of the Sot..1,074 words
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Article372 1922-01-26 61 The twe'fth annual general meeting of Pantai Limited was hold at noon yesterday at Grcsham House, Battery Road with Mr. W. L. Watkins m the chair. Others present were Messrs J. If. Sime, 'J. C. Knox, C. C Nichol) M.8.E., and W. i\ Plumnier (forthe Secretaries, Messrs. Derrick372 words
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Article57 1922-01-26 61 91 1 •> Rubbers. Nothing doing. Dv 1. Collieries (13, I ngnis Si, V\u Piahs SLOT 1 Murais $5.75, N'awng Pets B 5 cvnts, Rawangs 02% cent?, Taipings $1.07^4, North Taipinga $1.15. Industrials. rnitet-rs $10.75, Ttj len $13.50, Fraaer and Neaves $25, Hammers $110, Steamships $180. Ribeiroa57 words
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Article155 1922-01-26 61 The splendid modern godown and offices that have been gradnlly growing up at the corner of Tanjonr;- Pagar-rd and New Kcppel-rd for the British American Tobaec.) Company, are new m f u 1 occupation of the officials, and yesterday afternoon there waa a quiet reception by Mr. Gilbcrtson155 words
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Article140 1922-01-26 62 FOUB ACCUSED SENTENCED TO DEATH. The trial at the Johore Assizes of the five Malay coolies charged with the murder of their employer, Mr. Thomas Herbert Darbyshire, and a Malay boy named Kia "i the jun.urie between Kulai and Poliling Johore, was concluded yesterday afternoon, after having140 words
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Article139 1922-01-26 62 Mr. J. T. Wood, of the Survey Department has left for South Africa on retirement. Mr. L. A. G. Morris, Asst. Commissioner «»f Police, Ipoh, i» going on long leave. Mr. G. H. Lawes acts for him. Maj. Genl. Fowler, the new G.O.C. Hongkong, arrived there with the relieving troops—139 words
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Article435 1922-01-26 62 POSITION GROWS SERIOUS. ALL SHIPS HELD UP. The latest China papers to hand up to date Jan. 17 report no change m the seamen's attitude and a growing state of strain both as regards shipping accommodation «nd supplies. The men originally demanded a forty p^r cent. increase435 words
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR.
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Article199 1922-01-26 62 To the Editor. Sir, —If it is never too late to mend, it is also never too late to correct a misstatement At a meeting of the Chinese SubCommittee of the Singapore Social Service Society held yesterday afternoon, attention was drawn to the fact that, at a recent;199 words
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Article142 1922-01-26 62 To the Editor. Dear Sir, Kindly allow me a little space m your valuable journal to support An Indian's plea, appearing m your issue yesterday, for Government resuming import of Indian sheep and goat. Unlike your correspondent, I have no special dislike for Australian meat, but as a142 words
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Article178 1922-01-26 62 Sir, In common with many of my friends and with most mercantile firms, the overcharge of two cents on local letters owing to the recent rise m rates strikes one as a bit of an oppression. But yesterday there was delivered to me at a178 words
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Article94 1922-01-26 62 To the Editor. Dear Sir,— Will you kindly allow the Union to use your columns to make it known to the public that the Union has obtained permission from the Director of Education to start one or two primary classes m order to help ease the present congestion.94 words
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Article314 1922-01-26 62 To the Editor. Sir, There are some people m this* ungrateful world who will not be satisfied with anything. One of them is your correspondent An Indian H m your issue of the 18th instant. Instead of feeling grateful that since Government began the business, price of mutton314 words
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Article109 1922-01-26 62 L(From Our Own Correspondent). Kuato Lumpur, Jan. 19th. There has been a sequel to the Klang samsu seizure. It had been suspected that part of the cargo of the tongkang had been put off somewhere along the Klang coast. A look-out was kept, end it was ascertained109 words
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Article95 1922-01-26 62 (From Our Own Correspondent) I'enang. Jan. 19. At a largely attended meeting of the Cricket Club it was unanimously decided to abolish the chit system and to introduce the cash deposit system without books, from March. The suggestion had been made at an earlier meeting, at95 words
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Article156 1922-01-26 62 (From Our Own Correspondent) Penang, Jan. 20. Mr. I). A. M. Brown, presiding at the annual meeting of Perak River Valley Rubber, said that like most companies, they had had rather a bad time, owing to the high cost of labour, providing- rice to coolies, and156 words
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Article50 1922-01-26 62 Messrs. "Hill and Johnstone, who are attempting to journey to London on motorcycles, reached Haadyai, Siam, on Jan. 11th. The following morning they started off again, but later information shows that the pair met with serious obstacles and returned to Haadyai m order to take another route.50 words
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Article87 1922-01-26 62 (From Our Own Correspondent) Kuala Lumpur, Jan. 21. The death occurred suddenly last night, as a result of gunshot wounds, of Mr. G. D. Lucas, Senior Warden of Mines. (The late Mr. Lucas, who was forty -four years of age and was A.R.S.M., Assoc. Inst. M.M., joined87 words
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Article48 1922-01-26 62 (From Our Own Correspondent). Ipoh, Jan. 24. A serious railway mishap occurred during shunting at the railway yard this evening, when four goods wagons were derailed, became jammed on the permanent way and were damaged. Owing to the accident, the Tronoh service is disorganised.48 words
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TELEGRAMS.
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Article2219 1922-01-26 62 [Reu tor's Service.] London, Jan. 18. Far from disappearing rapidly, like the epidemic of 1918, influenza is spreading It has broken out in many new areas during the last few days, neuralgic and rheumatic conditions, and sometimes boils and abscesses being a feature of the attacks. Submarines at Portland2,219 words
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Article4502 1922-01-26 63 Washington, Jan. 17. A communique detailing the agreement regarding the revision of the Chinese customs tariff to make the rates equivalent to five per cent, says a coniiv. >!on shall meet at Shanghai at the ear I practicable date to effect the revision foithwi.li and on the genera' lines4,502 words
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Article68 1922-01-26 64 Mr. Hotchkiss, of the General American Rubber Company, is on a visit to Penang. The Chinese Company of the Volunteers last night was recruited to above strength. Mr. F. S. Goodall's condition latterly has prevented him from attending to any business, but it is reported that he is progressing under68 words