The Straits Budget, 29 June 1897
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The Straits Budget
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Title Section147 1897-06-29 1 THE DIAMOND JUBILEE ISSUE OF The Straits Budget BEING THE \v EEKLY ISSUE OF THE “STRAITS TIMES.” The Straits Times has the largest circulation of any newspaper in Asia, British India excepted. It circulates in Singapore and Penang, throughout all the Protected States of the Malay Peninsula, in Siam, Borneo,147 words
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STRAITS TIMES TUESDAY, 29TH JUNE. DOMESTIC OCCURRENCE.
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Article23 1897-06-29 1 os tir -Oth instant. at Ashton Lodge, Soj.hi-k iv);i i. Isabel Kemp, wife of R. Kkv f. I.' i, of a daughter.23 words
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Article45 1897-06-29 1 Asti CVtffcedial of Shepherd, <»n ri H" 1 > Uic vet R KaUur M;wry. I)i nstan Al*h.ei> A£-ua, ♦i. K.. \-distant Engineer, Selangor Govrrament Railway, to Maud Geraldine Hv ;si h. l.vighter of H. Prichard. Esq., law* V \Y. D. IVnang papers please U‘ 1145 words
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Article166 1897-06-29 1 Tin: JrurLEF. Week. <».>•! Save tin Queen V He* Jubilee song of Malaya. IV Straits and Malaya during the Qu**en’s Reign. Tl»- Thanksgiving Services. Tie* Parade. IV Me* t ing of Council. The l’ft sentation of addresses. The Queen’s Message. hihiliMi Honours. The Illuminations. w Decorations. Th.*166 words
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Article500 1897-06-29 1 Singapore, 29th June, 1897. produce. (Rates are corrected to one p.m.) Ganibier, 5A5. Copra Bali, 5.25. do Pontianak, 5.00. Pepper, Black, 14.25. do White, (5%) 24.75. Sago Flour Sarawak, 2.75. do Brunei, 2.05. Pearl Sago 8.85. Coffee, Bali, picked 83.50. Coffee Pak*mbang, picked.... 39.76. Coffee, Liberian, No. 1 28.00.500 words
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THE DIAMOND JUBILEE WEEK IN THE STRAITS AND MALAYA.
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Article842 1897-06-29 1 Sixty years ago, a voung Princess, reared in the simplicity of semi-private life, was roused from her slumber to receive the homage of the people and the blessing of the Church. ISlie prayed to God to make her worthy of her high estate; anil her prayer842 words
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493 1897-06-29 1 There's a stir amid the palm fronds. Where the village lies asleep There's a murmur thro' the forests, Where the dank, limp branches Keep. There's a ripple on the coast-line Hear the whispered word they say—- Let all our folk make merry, For493 words
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7855 1897-06-29 1 Sixty years ago, the British possessions in Malaya consisted of Penang—then officially known as Prince of Wales Island Province Wellesley, the island known as the Bindings, Malacca, and Singapore. Penang had been ceded to the East India Company by the Raja of7,855 words
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Article4823 1897-06-29 3 (Sunday 20th June.) THANKSGIVING SERVICES. On Sunday, men and women of all classes and of all creeds in this Settlement and throughout the Empire joined with the Sovereign in offering thanks to Almighty God for the blessings vouchsafed to the British Throne and People during the4,823 words
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Article813 1897-06-29 4 (Montiay, 21 Jane.) Her Netherlands Majesty’s ship Koningin Wilhelmina Captain Wydern, arrived here on Saturday afternoon from Macassar, to convey the congratulations of the Netherlands Indies Government to his Excellency the Governor on the occasion ofthe Diamond Jubilee. The Koningin Wilhelminais a cruiser of 5,400813 words
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Article1628 1897-06-29 4 (Tuesday, 22nd June.) To-day, the British Army through the world has paraded to do honour its Sovereign. Here, in Mng*i|H>n\ d,Jmorning, the troops have been at oll with their comrades in all the possessions of our Queen in testify inthe might and glory of the hi»l'1,628 words
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1407 1897-06-29 5 ADDRESS TO HER MAJESTY. Very brilliant was the scene in the Legislative Council Chamber, in the afternoon, when, at four o clock, a special meeting was held to pass a resolution of congratulation to Her Majesty the Queen. Half an hour or more1,407 words
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Article3262 1897-06-29 5 Immediately after the termination of the meeting of the Legislative Council, an adjournment was made to the Town Hall, where already a large number of ticket-holders were present. The Hall was crowded to its full capacity, and the heat was very severely felt. His Excellency the3,262 words
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459 1897-06-29 6 That night, at thirteen minutes past six o'clock, the following gracious 1 Message from the Queen to her people was received at Singapore, and immediately made known to His Excellency the Governor:— BUCKINGHAM PALACE, LONDON. I 11.10a.m. TO GOVERNOR, SINGAPORE. I459 words
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Article1801 1897-06-29 6 At night, in honour of its SovereignSingapore was a fairyland of light. More eloquent of the loyalty of her people than written words or spoken language were the efforts put forth by high and low, rich and poor, in the greatest thoroughfares and in the most remote quarters,1,801 words
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443 1897-06-29 7 2‘*Wd June.) KVI) MANAGEMENT. morning, about 9 o'clock, a provided by the Jubilee >*.;!t»*e was .-iven to the Chinese, iaiioiaineJau.andHindoopoor, at their rt!V c places of worship. Long £j‘ iIV t |c* hour appointed, the poor -a’; u* gather at the templespf their Stii-uiar443 words
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Article2214 1897-06-29 7 h' the afternoon, the little ones 1 the island of Singapore and of State of Johore had opportunity of sharing in the 9®«nil rejoicings of the Empire, and of joining in that shout of gladness which ‘Sluat now encircling the globe. And royally did they extend them*Ves2,214 words
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Article298 1897-06-29 7 The firework display was given in the evening with complete success. Punctually at 8 o’clock, a number of nkishas—the pullers’ rather more fully clothed than usual- deposited the Gubernatorial Party at the Cricket Club Pavilion, when the following programme of the Fireworks, arranged by the decorations and illuminations”298 words
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Article927 1897-06-29 7 Owing, however, to the dense masses thronging the Esplanade and approaches, progress was slow, and about half an hour elapsed before the magnificent model ship, H. M. 8. Longest Reign, dropped anchor off the Pavilion. Mr. F. W. Jones, in full dress uniform, and white hair and whiskers,927 words
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Article202 1897-06-29 7 (Vfflkpdaij, 24th June.) Thk laefrjwo {hyp in Singapore have been days of unbounded festivity. A ttopicM mm las, with unscreened fervour, blazed down upon scores of thousands bent upon obtaining the full measure of permissible enjoyment. The Jabilee week has been an unqualified luccess. The treat to five thousand children,202 words
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Article737 1897-06-29 8 in the morning, a treat w r as given to the patients in the large hospital situated at the second mile on Serangoon Road. The site is spacious, and is made land but, owing to the great care bestowed upon it by the superintending resident medical737 words
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Article1400 1897-06-29 8 The sea sports were a great success. True, there was a big storm just at the time of starting that somewhat affected the attendance. True, also, the' wind was very slight, seriously hampering the sailing races. But it was a bright and joyous day on the water,1,400 words
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Article2520 1897-06-29 8 His Excellency the Governor, Sir Charles Bullen Hugh Mitchell, g.c.m.g., gave a Ball at night at Government House, in celebration of the Diamond Jubilee of Her Majesty the Queen. The attendance was unusually large, and included many well known people from the other Settlements, the Malay States, and2,520 words
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Article2125 1897-06-29 9 iie following were among the more uuiahß. costumes worn at the Gover,,(,f' .1 uhilee Ball: ‘•a iv Mitchell wore a handsome gown ul hlack brocade, the bodice draped with '•lidded with diamonds. Lady in lj wore white ospreys in her hair. r hynnersleyliad a becominggown l2,125 words
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Article992 1897-06-29 9 Friday 25 th June.) As Thursday, owing to the character of its celebrations, was essentially a day for the Malays, so Friday was a great day for the Chinese. Yesterday it was that the Chinese had fixed upon to celebrate, in a manner peculiarly Chinese, the Diamond992 words
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Article695 1897-06-29 9 {From the Governor-General of Netherlands India.) Tjipanas le 16 Jain, 1697. Monsieur le Gouverneur. Le jubile de Sa Majeste Tree Gracieuse, la Reine-Imperatrice Victoria qui dans quelques jours sera cdlebrd dans tonte la vaste etendue de 1’ Empire brittanique, n’a pas manque d’inspirer au Gouvernement des Indee695 words
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Article1752 1897-06-29 10 Saturday 26th June.) The day’s racing arranged by the Singapore Sporting Club to form part of the Jubilee celebrations took place on Saturday afternoon. After a week of glorious weather, the course was in admirable order, and, with the prospect of some good sport, quite as1,752 words
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Article576 1897-06-29 10 Saturday was evidently H. H. the Sultan’s day out, the Johore yellow being carried first past the post (including the dead heat in the Square Cup) in every race for which it was started. Campbell opened the ball by winning the first race on Leihcol with ease576 words
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Article689 1897-06-29 10 Lady Mitchell wore a handsome black silk skirt and bodice of black and white striped chin 6 silk, with a berthe of black lace; a small black bonnet with white ospreys. Mrs. Kynnersley wore a white muslin dress embroidered with purple flowers a large black hat689 words
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Article280 1897-06-29 10 (liy Special Telegram.) Hongkong '24th June. The Jubilee celebrations here have proved a success. It was raining on Tuesday, buttht weather was fine on Wednesday. Three addresses, presented by the Masons, the people of the Colony, and the St. Andrew’s Society, were cabled to the Queen. PENANG.(liy Special Telegram.) - 280 words
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Obituary19 1897-06-29 1 DEATH. ns May 21st. at Kingstown. Ireland, William, second son of Mr. and Mr< <<of pneumonia. Aged 12 frar*.19 words
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Article69 1897-06-29 10 A PLEA8ING CEREMONY. On the 23rd instant, the members the Lake Club, at Kuala Lumpur, a display of fireworks in honour o Jubilee honour conferred up° n Resident-General. Three cheers Sir Frank Swettenham followed. Resident-General replied by sa> ,n 8 the many kind letters and tel g69 words
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Article60 1897-06-29 10 All the principal folks, fro Highness the Sultan to the children, have (says .our eorr. dent) been in Singapore most "f^ Diamond Jubilee Tiolida* returning, having enjoyed t immensely. Iskander n was illuminated, and a disp y decorated the Johor© Steamy and the flagstaffon Tanj<> g on tb* Putri,60 words
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Article377 1897-06-29 11 Kurope, this week, leaves WT pgj m 3 s s Sated. The German mi V.irone bv tlie Sechsen arrived fcSSiTfte' (ierinan n»l fo, ■.s in j\ t f ie rreussen closed on baturiuail from Europe by the M. ms Simms arrived yesterday. I# -i for Kurope377 words
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REUTER'S TELEGRAMS.
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Article83 1897-06-29 11 London, 22nd June. Sir \V Robinson, the Governor of Hongkong; Mr. Saunders, the Treasurer "f Ceylon Mr. F. A. Swettenham, the Resident-General of Malaya, have received the Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St. George. The Sultan of Johore has been appointed to be Commander83 words
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Article73 1897-06-29 11 Hie House of Lords has passed unanimously the Jubilee Address to the Queen. IHI8H OPPOSITION. hi tin* House of Commons, Mr. h'llon protested against the Address, md the Dillonites left the House. r Redmond moved an amend!iynt to the Address which was ejected bv 436 to73 words
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143 1897-06-29 11 SPLENDID WEATHER AND ENORMOUS CROWD8. London 23rd June. e u hilee* has passed off with y ense success. Queens procession from Buck1>alace wafi witnessed by crowds. y, We Rther was splendid. i* T* 8 f 1)*****18 remained all he streets to secure places for witnessing143 words
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Article34 1897-06-29 11 Hon. C. P. Cbater, years senior unofficial member of the Hongkong Legislative Council, has been made a C.M.G. Mr. \V. Adamson, Chairman of the Straits Settlements Association,has also received the same honour.34 words
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Article77 1897-06-29 11 THE FESTIVITIES. London 24th June. The Festivities continue unabated. The weather was glorious. The House of Ix>rds and the House of Commons went in pioeession to Buckingham Palace to present addresses to the Queen. A reception of four hundred mayors followed. CHILDRENS' REVIEW. The Queen reviewed ten thousand77 words
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Article48 1897-06-29 11 THE HAWAIIAN QUESTION. The treaty for the annexation of Hawaii has been referred to a sub-com-mittee of the Senate for report. Complications are likely to arise from the treaty. It now appears that the protest lodged by Japan is almost of the nature of an ultimatum.48 words
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Article97 1897-06-29 11 Istnulon, 25th June. The festivities continue unabated, amid glorious weather. The Dluminations were repeated on Wednesday. The crowds present on this occasion exceeded those present on Tuesday. STATE OPERA. A brilliant State opera performance wasv given at Covent Garden theatre. All the royal guests were present. The guests97 words
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Article28 1897-06-29 11 ljQndxm, 26 th June. In accordance with the Princess of Wales’s scheme, three hundred and ten thousand of the London Poor have had a Jubilee dinner.28 words
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Article48 1897-06-29 11 Mr. Curzon, the Under Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, has stated in the House of Commons that Britain is not called upon to express an opinion on the subject of Hawaii. But Mr. Curzon declared that British rights there, in accordance with treaties, will be maintained.48 words
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Article19 1897-06-29 11 THE P. O. The Rokilla has left Bombay in search of the steamer Aden now overdue at Aden. f19 words
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Article104 1897-06-29 11 NAVAL REVIEW. Jjondon 28th June The Prince of Wales, from on board the Victoria and AUtert and followed by liners bearing the Jubilee guests and the members of the Houses of Lords and Commons, has reviewed the fleet at Spithead. V-' THE FLEET. One hundred and sixty seven104 words
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Article26 1897-06-29 11 The United States Government has replied to Japan with regard to Hawaii. The reply is guarded and diplomatic. It is calculated to protract the parleying.26 words
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Article28 1897-06-29 11 LOSS ok A RUSSIAN WARSHIP. The Gavjut a Russian ironclad, has struck on a reef in the Baltic and has f .Hindered. The crew were saved.28 words
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Article270 1897-06-29 11 (Straits Times, 22nd June.) Sir Frank Athelstane Swettenham, K. C. M. G., well deserves the honour that is bestowed on him. For 27 years he lias laboured in the Making of Malaya; and the honourable rank accorded him comes appropriately at the very time when, at last, the(Straits Times, 22nd June.) - 270 words
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Article484 1897-06-29 11 (Straits Times 23ni June.) The Queen’s Message has touched the heart of her people. Last night, in this remote dependency, among these polyglot races, one saw how the message moved the people. It went from mouth to mouth among the most diverse races. The words were simple,(Straits Times, 23ni June.) - 484 words
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Article107 1897-06-29 11 Reuter is wrong in giving Mr. Swettenham a G.C.M.G. 4 Mr. Sutherland Fraser, formerly of Perak, died of cholera at Bangkok on the 12th instant. The directors of the P. O. Company have contracted with Messrs Caird «fe Co., of Greenock, for two steamers, to be named107 words
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Article67 1897-06-29 11 Papers relating to the arbitration in the case of the Costa Rica Packet (Commercial, No. 3, 1897) have just been laid before Parliament. The only new fact disclosed is that, on March 3rd, the Netherlands Minister in London paid to Lord Salisbury the sura awarded67 words
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Article246 1897-06-29 11 MALAY STATES LAW. Intestacy litigation, styled the grea* Yap Ah Shak case, has just been concluded in the Selangor Court. The case possesses interest from Singapore and Penang lawyers being engaged, and sets an important precedent. The action was brought by the widow of Yap Ah Shak, a246 words
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Article145 1897-06-29 11 THE P. W. D. The Selangor Public Works report for 1896 notes a departmental outlay of $1,379,780. The Government Factory has, during one and a half year’s working on the commercial system, not only, paid all its expenses, but recovered $20,225, or nearly half the capital sunk. The work145 words
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Article240 1897-06-29 11 The entries for the Jubilee Race Meeting are jAst about as good as I expected to see, but there are some lame ones amongst them, and I am afraid that some of them will not come to the post on Saturday. Still, there should be five starters for240 words
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Article411 1897-06-29 11 SOCIETIES AND GAMBLING. The report on the working of the Chinese Protectorate for 1896 bears the signature of Mr. W. Evans as Protector of Chinese. The report asserts that the Ordinance for the regulation of societies continues to work so smoothly and successfully that there is now no411 words
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1062 1897-06-29 12 THE FOUNDERING OF THE SRI HONG ANN.” ARRIVAL OF THE SURVIVORS. 4 I THE CAPTAIN’S STATEMENT. There is no farther telegraphic news from Malacca regarding the terrible dis-. aster to the steamer Sri Hong Ann though a rumour is current that a steamer going north about the time of the1,062 words
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Article1238 1897-06-29 12 CHESS. The political Anglo-American chess contest promoted by Mr. HennikerHeaton, M.P. for Canterbury, between four members of the House of Commons, and a similar number of members of the United States House of Representatives, proceeded by cable. Up to the Ist June, each side1,238 words
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Article48 1897-06-29 12 For Euroi>e, Ekaterino*lavl, end of June, Borneo Co. Chinn and Japan, Motrune due 28th June, Borneo Co. Hongkong, Kutsang due 2nd July, Boustead 6i Co. Western Australia, Avttial nd, due 2nd July, Boustead A Co. (jnina and Japan, Xingchow, due 12ih July Borneo Co.48 words
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Article300 1897-06-29 12 NEWS, NOTES, AND COMMENTS. STRAITS OFFICERS, PAST AND PRESENT. The Secretary of State for the Colonies gave a full dress Queen’s Birthday Dinner on the 26th May. Among those present were: Sir Andrew Clarke, Sir Cecil C. Smith, Sir E. O’Malley, Sir W. Bonser, Sir L. Cox, Mr.300 words
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Article121 1897-06-29 12 Mr. and Mrs* Hugh Clifford are staying at Government House. 4 Mr. Harwood has arrived from Penang. He desires to arrange to go home on leave. The Hongkong Daily Press has taken in hand, for Hongkong, Mr. Wellesley Parkers coloured supplement scheme. A Madrid telegram, dated the121 words
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Article52 1897-06-29 12 At Tientsin (China) on the 18th June, absolute panic prevailed through action by anti-foreign ruffians. Several foreigners were insulted. The causes qje alleged to be the coming dedication of a French Cathedral, Mahommedan disaffection, kidnapping by junkmen, and discontent amongst the boatmen who have been superseded by52 words
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Article50 1897-06-29 12 Early this month, heavy weather prevailed in the Indian Ocean especially off the island of Socotra. The pilgrim steamer Sultan foundered near the coast there. Ten persons were drowned. The chief cook on the Chingwo bound from Liverpool to Singapore, was washed overboard and drowned in the storm.50 words
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Article135 1897-06-29 12 The earthquake had so shaken Calcutta that there was no intention of firing a Jubilee salute there from fear of bringing down many of the damaged buildings. Eight persons perished at that city. The effects of the earthquake were felt across the whole of Northern India. At Darjeeling135 words
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Article631 1897-06-29 12 The were Bi terday too far pub) *}*N Mm are, I think the atlf^H| ing them on t M ever been made upTkythcr,. 'M cial handicapper. \\liare to grumblings about tie wav M horse or that has hetln there are in this ease \severa] i errors which look631 words
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Article138 1897-06-29 12 LINE TO PROVINCE WELLESLEIRegarding the railway i Perak, in connection with the i sanctioned by the Secretary ot* the Pinang Gazette says t.iat 1 from Ghemor to Kuala kangsar already taken in hand. A fctar shortly be made with other pail* 0 j. system, which, it is138 words
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Article48 1897-06-29 12 The Hon’ble W. R Collyer. General, is gazetted to he A f the Justice of the Supreme Court c Straits Settlements, with cflu the Ist July, 1»97- u.rristef Mr. T. de M. L Braddeil Barr^ at-law, is appointed Acting General, Strarts Settlements, from the Ist July, 1897.48 words
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Article42 1897-06-29 13 IS ;l nd Brevet Major A. F. Mon(A r B V. lias joined the garrison. Superioress of the Convent H tu thank the people of Singapore r kindness to the Convent childt,r |4 r tiie Jubilee week. ft*ll dm42 words
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Article26 1897-06-29 13 ■fuh follow ing telegram w’as sent by Settlements Association, this Mr. W. Adamson,C.M.6. ,n ll* -arty congratulations, Straits tti Mi -'d- Association, Singapore r.raM'k26 words
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Article166 1897-06-29 13 I NDIXG-UP PROPOSED. ■j'iji. r.-jwrt of the Singapore Land (t .t,v for the year ending on the ~u >1 w last shows that the Company r *i iof all its properties, save war leasehold godowns. The on sales (held as reserve j‘ the accounts) now stand at166 words
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Article466 1897-06-29 13 From the Times of Ceylon.) London, 14th June. Litri j.arti tilars of the Paris outrage -u:- t! .it 11* shot fired at M. Faure; but oiiiy a as previously described, was tin- »wn. which exploded in the bushes at th»- The man arrested proves to ime• •‘litFrom the Times of Ceylon.) - 466 words
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Article247 1897-06-29 13 AN OVERDUE P. O. The following telegram has been received by the P. vt O. Agent here “No news of the Aden since she left Colombo. A steamer is reported ashore jon the east coast of Socotra near the entrance of the Gulf of Aden). AP. <fc O. steamer probably247 words
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SATURDAY, 26TH JUNE.
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Article17 1897-06-29 13 ABOVE $44,000. The Municipal President intimates that the Permanent Memorial Fund now exceeds $44,000.17 words
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Article36 1897-06-29 13 This morning, 300 persons w’ere before the magistrates for gambling. Most of these were discharged, and the others lined nominally. The intention, apparently, is to show that the laxity of the Jubilee Week is ended.36 words
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Article42 1897-06-29 13 Last night, upwards of fifty Chinese, reputed to be samsengs, were arrested during the time the lantern procession was in progress, for upsetting Yikishas and doing damage. Most of* these will be charged with being members of an unlawful assembly.42 words
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Article59 1897-06-29 13 The steamer Amherat, which arrived from Klang this morning, reported having seen the body of Mr. Allen, the chief engineer of the illfated Sri Hong Ann. A heavy sea was running at the time, and attempts to sink the body proved ineffective. A large scar was59 words
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Article99 1897-06-29 13 RECLAMATION FIGURES. The erection of the remaining portion of the sea-wall at Teluk Ayer Reclamation brought to completion this reclation scheme. The total area reclaimed, says the Government Report, was 1,808,028 square feet, of which 88,000 square feet have been reserved for public purposes. The total cost of99 words
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Article165 1897-06-29 13 The business for Thursday is:— Mr. Murray’s Question: —“What steps are being taken to remove the obstructions from the channel of the Malacca River in order to allow the flood waters to pass as quickly to the sea as formerly.’’ The Colonial Secretary's motion on the subject of165 words
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Article925 1897-06-29 13 It will be with a sigh of relief— and not at all unloyal relief that we say good bye to-day to the It has been a week such as one is not prepared to encounter more than once or twice in a lifetime. Bdt we have done925 words
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Article1606 1897-06-29 13 The Mining Managers Ueporr lor the six weeksending 18th June, 18*17, runs as follows: MINING. Kaub Hole. —No. 2 shaft, No. 2 level. The main drive going south is now in 435 feet from crosscut; we have not yet cut the main ore chute in this drive. It is1,606 words
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Article85 1897-06-29 13 “Golden|Raub, v wasjpublished to-day. Mr. H. Clifford went to Selangor on Saturday, by the Esmeralda he returns in a few days. The Jubilee festivities at Hongkong started on Saturday, the 19th instant, with the release of thirty-three prisoners from jail as an act of grace. They were85 words
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Article389 1897-06-29 13 STRAITS SETTLEMENTS. The annual report in the Straits Settlements for 1896 is signed by Mr. C. W. S. Kynnersley, as Acting Colonial Secretary. The revenue for 1896 is set at $4,266,064, an increase of $217,704 over the figures for 1895. The expenditure was $3,957,262 The nett balance to389 words
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417 1897-06-29 14 FRANCE. A stormy scene is reported to have occurred in the French Chamber of Deputies. M. Richard, a leading socialist, accused the Centre deputies of being spies. He was at once censured, and ordered to withdraw, it but he refused to do so until417 words
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Article184 1897-06-29 14 (For the Far East) Per P. A O. s. a. Java from London May 27: —Mr. F. Weld, Midshipman Carrol, Naval Cadet R. A. Willies, Naval Cadet Stubbs, Naval Cadet B. Lloyd Owen, Midshipman W. A. Thompson, Midshipman G. N. Freyburg. Midshipman N. Wheelwright, Naval Cadet Drummond, Quartermaster184 words
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Article1699 1897-06-29 14 NOTES, NEWS, AND REPORTS. THE JAPANESE WAR LOAN BONDS. It may be interesting to note that the applications sent in to the issuing banks for the Japanese war loan bonds were as follows in round figures:—To the Capital and Counties Bank £9,500,000, to the Hongkong and Shanghai Bank1,699 words
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Article1337 1897-06-29 14 (From the “Times of Ceylon.") London, 18th June. The Times says the renewed demand upon its resources, through the earthquake in Bengal, entitles the Indian Government and community to the sympathy and assistance of the English |>eople. 19th Juue. The Admiralty has arranged that sixtytwo Indian and Colonial(From the “Times of Ceylon.") - 1,337 words
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Article60 1897-06-29 14 Tuesday, 29th June. High Water. 10.46 a.m. 9.5* M. M. homeward mail. Wednesday, .‘Wth June. High Water. 11.18 a.m. 10.-*- P* New Moon. 9.50 a.m.* Land Sale. Tek Chye. 10. Coal Sale. Tanjong Pagar. 2.30. Thursday, Ist July. High Water. 11.4#a.m. 11- 7 Pledges Sale. Tek Chye J Old60 words
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Article390 1897-06-29 15 spited DIRECT into the T^ E T o\nN IIALL. I h> oiirteous aid of the Tele- pit l*->- the Penang Jubilee Wj^. a J V'\vork-'d the Queens Mes- M .i d wire into the Town Br :l over the wires to Ki. T a quarter390 words
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Article539 1897-06-29 15 ARRIVALS. stftiia tmm New Guinea: ■I'-'fli' and Sennefut. fbh from DeliMessrs. Keuhi.'.il A. r»'-ivii<iuhl, anti l)r. Reid. ?-r >. k'itin Yang from Muar —The V"•- iM' ipviii. an 1 Campliell. Dr cj,o,r ritua from Klang via tf!-: .Mr. Allan* f-r' 1/,*»//,-.-<» from Bangkok: —Mrs. i V and Mr.539 words
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SHIPPING.
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Article223 1897-06-29 15 Under this heading the following abbrevia. tions are used: —str. —steamer; sh.—ship bq. —barque; Brit.—British U. S. United States; Fr. French; Ger. —German; Dut.— Dutch; Joh.—Johore; Ac., G.c., General cargo d.p.—deck passengers; U. —Uncertain; T. P. W. —Tanjong Pagar Wharf; T P. D.—Tanjong Pagar Dock B. W.223 words
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Article1792 1897-06-29 15 Arrivals Since Noon of Saturday. A. A pear, Brit. str. 1,392 tons, Capt Sundberg, 28th June. From Hongkong, 21st June. G.c. and 144 d.p. Sarkies and Moses. Calcutta, 30th —Rds. Borneo, P. A O. str. 2,944 tons, Capt Lyons, 23th June. From Yokohama, 8th June. G.c., P. A1,792 words
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Article365 1897-06-29 15 Name port probable date of arrival anrf name of agents. A. A pear, Hongkong, June 29; S. Moses. Bayern, Europe, July 22; Behn Meyer. Benledi Hongkong, July 1; P. Simons. Bantam, Sourabaya, June 24; Daendels. Bellona, Hongkong. July 7; Rautenberg. Carmarthenshire H’kong July 6; B’tead. Canton, Hongkong, July365 words
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Article1144 1897-06-29 16 Flag i Vessel’s Name A Tons Captain From Sailed Consignees c 1 I i J’ng ‘21 Medusa Brit str.! 608 Ralph Bangkok June 16 W. Mansfield A Co. oi Tibre MM str.! 963 Gregory Saigon Uune 18 M. Maritimes 21 Stettin Ger. str.; 1712 Zachariae N. Guinea iJune 11,144 words
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Article497 1897-06-29 16 Date Vessel’s Name Flag&Rig Captain Destination _i June 21 Tancarville Brit. str. Brown Shanghai 21 Astral str. Major Hongkong 21 Isabella str- Hudson Muar 22 I Lady Mitchell str. Mugford P. Brendan 22 Qians Ann str. Cummins Cheribon and Samarang 22 Poh Ann str. Geary Macassar via ports oS497 words
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Article139 1897-06-29 16 PASSED SUNDA STRAITS OR ARRIVED FOR ORDERS. Flag (Date ReDate. and Ship’s Name. Commander., of From where Destin- j marks Rig. Sailing ation June It Dut s.s. B’ter den Fex Hubert June Amsterdam, 18 .nt. str.Jumna Sanders May 13London Batavia 21 Am ship Josephus Gilkey Mar 6 New York139 words
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