Straits Echo, 30 January 1909

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    35 1 Straits Echo DAILY CHRONICLE OF EVENTS, CIRCULATING THROUGHOUT THE STRAITS, THE FEDERATED MALAY STATES AND THE FAR EAST GENERALLY^ VOL. 7. $24 Per Annum* PENANG, SATURDAY, 30th JANUARY, 1909. Single Copy, 10 cents. No. 23.
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      954 1 BASS’S ALE. S>OK- 4 w ki#i UJ Or 3 X S »4 0 t: P 55f Tj •inois s.ssaiwmo THE EASTERN SHIPPING LM., (ENGINE WORKS.) Engineers, Shipbuilders, 1 Brass Iron Pounders. < BANKS Chartered Bank of India, Australia and China. INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER. Paid up Capital Reserve Fund Reserve
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      34 1 THE BEST BEER IN THE FAR;EAST. 4* 'X <r r* Vh x to h> X Cv o o ;o Vi fc c 'ltl <V> > J. u K3» [W TIANG LEE Sl Co., Sole Agents,
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    Opium in the East.
    496 2 131SH0? OLDHAM'S OPINION. Moderate Views of the Question. < Says the Times of Ceylon of the 9th inst.:— As we stated yesterday two members of the Straits Opium Commission were on board the P. and O. Mooltan. namely I)r. Middleton and Bishop Oldham of Singapore. A
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    A Reverie of the Shore.
    457 2 (lhj a Banker.) With the exception of climbiug the snowclad stee;s and plateaux of the Alps, or roaming over the glorious Judajan hills, so rich, not only in stirring associations of the great past, but also so replete with sublimity and natural grandeur, perhaps, to
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    General Post Office, Penang.
    144 2 The following unclaimed letters, parcels and telegram are lying at the General Post Office:— Letter». AnDelly, Dr Marks, Mr. Mrs |H. Bassy, Miss Rose Mair, F. E. Bibbey, A. H. Megie, Benj BrowD, Miss May Morris, R. V. Brye, D. Osterlo. F. J. Cardno, J A.
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      38 2 No Poison. Chamberlain’» Cough Kennedy has been declared absolutely fiee from any injurious suhsta.il/-e by Government aril expert chemists, ami mothers need have no hesitancy in giving it to the smallest iufaut. The George Town iiispoutary, Wholesale Agents.
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      508 2 An Indian Nobleman Uses Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy. You will BP6 by the following that Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is a favourite in the palace as well as with the bumbler people in India: “For the pasr four years I have been getting large supplies of Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy, not only for
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      1790 2 THE PENANG COACH BUILDING CO., LTD., No. 205 HUTTON LANE begjto inform the Public that for their Coach Building Department. They have engaged skilful and qualified Artisans- First-class workmanship guaranteed and materials of the best quality only used. Carriages of any kind made to order They hare also for sale
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    VESSELS EXPECTED.
    25 3 Prom Dim Delhi Prinzess Alice Dilta Devanba Singapore A.G.ACo. Colombo B.M ACo. Colombo A.G ACo. Singapore A.G.ACo. 30tb Jan. 4th Feb. 11th 13tli
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    SAILINGS.
    20 3 Vettelt For Turret* Delhi Colombo A.G.&Co. Jan. Princess Alice Singapoie B M.&Co. Feb. Devanha Colombo A.G.&Co. Dilta Singapore A.G.&Co.
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  • Shipping.
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      ARRIVALS.
      58 3 Jin Ho, Br s.s., 110, Wright, 29th Jan, Langkat, 28th Jan., Gen.—E. S- Co., Ltd. Lady Weld, Br. s.s 242, Cox, 29th Jan., Kedah, 29ib Jan., Gen- —A. G. Co. Glenogle, Br. s.s., 2,399, Larkins, 29th Jan., Rangoon, 2(ith Jan., Gen.—E. S- Co., Ltd. Canton, Br. s.s., 100, Gillies,
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      DEPARTURES.
      97 3 30th January. Bingo Alaru, lor Colombo and Tuticonu. Jin Ho. for Langkat. Mary Austin, for Asahau. Delhi, for Ceylon, Australasia. India. Adeu, Mauritius, Egypt and via Briudisi, for Europe etc. Qlenojle, for Singapore, Hongkong, Amoy and Swatow. Cornelia, for Teluk Auson. Hong Wan I, for Singapore, Hongkong, Amoy and
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      MAILS CLOSE
      181 3 For Deli—Per Cilypsu, Ist proximo, 8 a.m. Tongkah—Per Sappho, Ist proximo, 1 p.in. Ceylon, Australasia, India, Aden, Egypt and via Naples, for Europe etc.—Per P. E. Friedrich, 2nd proximo, ti p.m. Un Webk Days. Taiping, Ipoh, Batu Qajah, Kuala Kuhu, Kuala Lumpur and Sereuiban, 7 a.m. and 1-30
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    Passengers to the Straits.
    408 3 Per P. and O. 8.8. Palawan, due at Penang on 2nd Feb. To Penang (from London. Jan. 2) Mr. D. Kersken. Mr. <J. Larn.Mr. D. Me Cowan, Mrs. Morris. To Singapore (from London) Mrs. and Miss Evans, Mr. J. Simpson. Mr. K. Stevenson, Mr. J. R.
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      1088 3 (SHIPPING.) P.&O. Steam Navigation Coy. Expected Arrivals and Departures. Mail 8«rviea. Ostward. beb. 11 Delta connecting with Moldavia Homeward. THROUGH STEAMER TO LONDON. 8.8. Macedonia March 26. FAKES BY MAIL STEAMERS. lat OUw lad Claw I'o London by Sea £66 £44 To Marseilles or Gibraltar £61-12.., £41-16 EXTRA STEAMERS Intermediate
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    The Straits Echo.
    94 4 j i»rir« mttßflea everybody and Invtire *l«ne Kabltahed dally (»*oM>r Knndaya.l 4T T» t CRITERION PRESS, Ltd., No. 226—232, Bench Street. Pennnv. PRIOR: DAILY LOOAI P* f OUTHTATIONH Poet*** Kitta. MAI!. BIHTION (Port rreel »15 OAKI.N ADIIRI-BS Echn Penang.’* r*lr phone No. 343 (V.A.—All bwiiie*» coßiniontrmMon* ehnnirt
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    “SAVE US FROM OUR FRIENDS.”
    453 4 The Chinese ought to l>« able to understand all the implications of the saying, save us from our friends/’ Just now the Rev. Lord William Cecil is posing as a particular friend to China and theChineBe. He visited Shanghai in 1906, on the occasion of
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    To-morrow’s Church Services.
    166 4 St George’s Church. 8 a.m.—Matins (Choral). 8-30 a m. Holy Communion (Plain). 10 a.in.— Matins (Chinese). 5 p m.—Sunday School. 6 p.m.—Evensong and Sermon. Presbyterian 1 Church. Divine Service will be held in the Presbyterian Church, Northam Road, at 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The preacher will
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    Engineers’ Institute.
    172 4 General Meeting. The Annual General Meeting of the Engineers’ Institute was yesterday evening, when the following gentlemen were present: Mr. W. S. Boteler (President, in the chair), and Messrs. J. Cook, D. Graham. Capt. Covsh, Cap Witt, E G. Cullin, A. E. Keymer, E. Lauterbach. J. Weir, J.
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    Italian Earthquake Fund.
    337 4 We have received from the Manager of the Chartered Bank, for publication, the following further list of subscriptions to the Italian Earthquake Fund Previously acknowledged $45.10 O. Schu’e 1 00 R. Hendry 100 D W. Gilrnour 1 00 E Reimann 100 O. R Samuel... I 0 E.
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    Cup Tie Competition.
    699 4 Young Men’s Christian Association vs. Chinese Recreation ClubUnder favourable weather conditions the final tie of the Cup competition between the Y. M. C. A. and the C. R. C was played off on the Esplanade yesterday afternoon, i The game, which was witnessed by a large i
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    Penang Turf Club.
    132 4 Selections for To-day’s Races. The following are Galloway’s selections for to-day’s races Thk Second Roadster Handicap.— Connaught Ranger. The Kedah Cvp.— Goldfinder, Another One. Diabolo. The Stable Stakes. Sextant. The Singapore Stakes —Minstrel The Penang Plate. Haphazard, Dawn, Bruce. The Penang Purse. Excise, Lyn'joood, Festine- The Stewards’
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      Government Wharves.
      262 4 (Echo Special.) A Vote of $53,500. Singapore, 30th January.—At the meeting of the Legislative Council yesterday a sum of $53,500 was voted towards the Government Wharves, Penang. The Colonial Secretary said that the vote was necessary in order to equip the undertaking so as to enable it to
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      The Balkan Crisis.
      67 4 (Supplied by R»-ter) Turkey and Bulgaria. London, 29 h Jinuary. It appears that Turkey has asked Bulgaria to cousent to the ratification of th« frontier, promising to reduce her pecuniary claims. Bulgaria has refused to u>usi«ler the proposals. Russia’s Proposal. Russia proposed that the Powers should make
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      The Borneo Bishopric.
      29 4 (Supplied by Reuter.) New Appointment. London, S'lth January.—The Rev. Robert Mounsey has been appointed Bishop of Borneo, which will henceforth be separated from the Singapore diocese.
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      The Congo.
      72 4 {Supplied by Reuter.) Germany’s Recognition of the Annexation. London, 30th January.—Attention has been excited by the announcement, that Germany has recognised the annexation of the Congo. The Times regrets that this has been doue while Sir Edward Grey is still pressing for information regarding the steps Belgium proposed
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      China.
      30 4 (Supplied by Reuter.) The Emperor’s Health. London, 30th January.— The Times correspondent at Peking states that it is officially declared that the Emperor’s health gives no cause for anxiety.
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      The British Navy.
      50 4 (Supplied by Reuter.) Gnn-Laying Tests. London, 29th January.—The returns of the gun-laying tests show the following order of merit:—(l) China Fleet, (2) Channel Fleet, (3) The Cape Fleet. (4) The Atlantic Fleet, (5) The Mediterranean Fleet. There is a marked improvement all round in the Cape Fleet.
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      California.
      34 4 (Supplied by Reuter.) Anti-Japanese Legislation* London. 29th January.—The first Bill introduced by the Californian legislature will be the appropriation of $lO,OOO to gather data as to the number of the Japanese in California.
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      Australian Cricket.
      106 5 (Supplied by Reuter.) Record Scoring. London. 30th January.—ln the match between New South Wales and Victoria, which was played at Sydney, some big scoring was witnessed. New South Wales scored 815 for the first iiiningß, of which Noble contributed 213, Bardsley 192, and Gregory 179. Victoria replied with
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      Queen Margherita.
      29 5 (Supplied by Reuter Proponed Visit to Japan. London, 30th January —Queen Margberita of Italy will be going to Japan shortly, and is taking her motor-car with her.
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      330 4 E. O. HOTEL. RACK DINNER. Sa.turda.tf, 30th Januartf. BA.2TD lIT .A.TTEITD.A.ITCE. Special Tiffins during the Race Week. SARKIES BROTHERS, PROPRIETORS I BUY A GRAMOPHONE. $25.50. OUR SPECIAL OFFER. $25.50. /j MACHINE THAT WILL SING AND TALK. ARTISTIC CABINET, FLORAL HORN, $25.60. $lOO s' V f SECURES YOU A BRAND NEW
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      46 4 Gonosan like other preparations of Copaiba and Sandalwood oil does not affect the kidneyB or disturb the stomach and is well tolerated by the patient even after lengthened treatment Trials by the Medical, Profession solicited. Samples free on application to any of the chief Penang Chemists.
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    Kedah Notes.
    661 5 (From Our Own Correspondent j Alor Star, 27th Jan. The New Iron Screw Pier. The new pier was formally opened yesterday evening in the presence of a large crowd. Before the ceremony nearly all the 1 Malay and European officials bad arrived and a guard of honour was
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    SUPREME COURT.
    1812 5 IN CIVIL OKIGINAL JURISDICTION. (Before Mr. Justice Fisher.) J. M. Wilson vs. Maxwell K. Thornton. Yesterday's Proceedings. Counsel for th» pKintiff continued the reading of Mr. J D. Wood’s affidavit. Mr. Wood bad on one occasion refused to act any further for plaintiff in this or any o
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    THE ASSIZES.
    441 5 (Before Mr. JunHce Bradde 7 i.) Forgery and Perjury. Following is the report of the proceedings held yesterday in tbo c*se in which Kamanatha Pillai and Kader Mustau were indicted for forgery and perjury Abubak&r, Lance-Corporal No. 260, tta- tioned at the Magazine Police Station, was examined by
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    The District Court.
    37 5 (Before Judge Wolfertsan) Robbery. LimHeng, a 1 okieu, was yesterday sentenced to one year’s R. I. for robbery of a gold bangle from the person of a nonia, at Jelutong, on the 15th inst.
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    The Police Courts.
    421 5 (Before Mr. Nunn-) Voluntarily Pausing Hurl. Li Seng was yesterday charged with (1) voluntarily causing hurt with a brick to Anthony, and'(2i wi*h attempting to causehurt with au axe to Mr. A. C. Scully of the Police Court. The first complainant is in Hospital. Tbe accused, who
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    Passengers.
    51 5 Arrived. Per 8.8. Kiftnn, 29th Jan., from Singaporet Bannister, f,. Brown, W. H. Burr, E. Kobler, H. L. Me Lurne and J. Maquer From Port Swetteuham Mr. and Mrs. Edema, Capt Nielseu, Messrs. W. H. Bacon;.A. I)uvies, Edwards. O. A. Hereford. TiaDg Fob, Tan Theain Oon and C. A.
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    FIXTURES.
    74 5 To-dat. 9th Day of Ist Moou. Penang Races. 2 39 p.w. E. O. Hotel Special Race Dinner. Tho New Japanese Cinematograph, corner of tampboll Street and Penang Road, 7-39 pin. and 9-I'J p.m. Grand Change of Programme. Wayang Kissiiu. King Street Theatre. 9 p.m. To-morrow. 10th Day of Ist
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    P. & O. SAILINGS.
    33 5 P. O. SAILINGS. Hail Service Outwards. Homewards Dilta 11 Fe'o. j Delhi 30 Jan I Devanha 13 Feb Extra Service. Outwards Homewards. Palawan 2 Feb I Sunda 5 Fab Sumatra 16 Nyama 19
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      43 5 Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy Cures Colds. This reined v acts on nature’s plan, allays the cough, relieves the lungs, aids expectoration, opens the seecrtions, and a 'd® nature in restoring the system to a healthy noon 1 tion. The George Town Dispensary. Wholesale Agents.
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      47 5 Croup is Imminent. No matter how well your children maj apperr to he, you are never sife without a bottle df Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy in the how*ei It never fails to relieve and is perfectly safe to give the little ones. The George Town Dispensary, Wholesale Agents
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      546 5 Great Success! Great Success!! WAYANG KASSIM (The Indra Zanibar Royal Theatrical Co. of Singapore), KING STREET THEATRE. TO-NIGHT! TO-NIGHT Remember, Don't Forget! “THE GOLDEN STAR.” EVERYTHING NEW!!! NEW SCENERY, COSTUMES, DANCES AND SONGS. Clever Actors! omical Clowns!! harming Actresses!! I PRICES OF ADMISSION. Ros;>rved Seit 82. 2nd Class 50cts. Ist
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    THE TRIUMPH OF THE VIOLIN,
    3893 6  -  [All Rights Reserved.] BY GUY THORNE (Author of 44 When It Was Dark,” etc.) Jeau Visquis and Gustave Rose were to play Beethoven’s sonata for the violin and piano at the Schiedmayer Hall in Regent Street. It was a musical event and the concert room
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    EXCHANGE.
    122 6 Pnwaita, 30th Januaet (By emrteoy of the Ckvrterei Him*.) London Demand Sank -2/3£ 4 montns’ sight Bam ..2/4^ 3 Credit -.2/'A S Documentary ..2/4$ Jainurt*, Item »»id Barm Its 174 4 days’ sight ProM- 176 Bombay, Demand Bank 173$ Moolmein, Demand Bant 17 2$ 4 days’ sign» PrnM« 176
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    PRODUCE.
    182 6 Gold leaf s6*6o B. Pepi er(W.Coast 31b».5 oz.) no stock White Pepper $l7 50— sales Trane Pepper —sales Clove* 34 buyersM «je 73. —sales Mace Piet’"»»* 61. —buyers Nutmeg* 110» 19 50 buyert CNo 1 6.65 tales Sugar < 2 ..no stock Basket 3.70 sales T .pioc. Flour 1.70
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    SHARES.
    925 6 o 3 V x 3 o u. 1003 .907 1901 1907 1903 1901 1907 1901 1899 1906 1907 1905 1906 1904 1906 1907 1907 1904 1907 1905 1905 1892 1905 1907 1907 1906 1907 1907 1906 1902 1905 1904 1905 1903 1906 1904 1905 1906 1905 1906 1906 1906
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      54 6 From a Nova Scotia Publisher* Mr. H. 0. Harris, publisher of the Advertiser, Kentvilfe. N. 3., makes the following statement: I have used Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for myself and family and find it to be one of the best medicines for ooughs and colds that I ever tried.” The George
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      32 6 Gonosan is a bappj combination of Kawa Resins with Oleum Sant&li in the proportion of 1 part Kawa Kawa to 4 parts Oleum. Santal cures easily, no complications. All chemists and Healers.
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      53 6 MACK AY’S LIQUEUR WHISKY, The Aome of Quality. Andrew Usher A Co.’s SPECIAL RESERVE O.V.G. Whisky. SANDI LANDS, BUTTERY Co.. AGENTS FOR PENANG F. At. S. THE CELEBRATED “S. B. A Co.” GIN Sanditands, Buttery A Cn "SLEDGE BMP” MILK. Absolutely Pure. Every single tin guaranteed good. Obtainable from all
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    “A Feeble, Yellow-Faced Hopeless Man”
    773 7 IN CEYLON MADE WELL AND STRONG BY Dr. Williams’ Pink Pills. His Little Grandson Restored uy the Same Remedy. When I started taking Dr. Williams' Pink Pills my blood had become like wator. I was a feeble, yellow-faced, hopeless man, simply crawling miserably to work
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      1069 7 INSURANCES Guardian Assurance Company, Limited. Established )821. Subscribed CapiUl .£2.000,000 Total Invested Funds upwards of 4,500,000 Total Annual Income .£759,000 THE undersigned have been appointed Agents of the above Company at Peuang, and are prepared to issue policies of Insurance against loss by fire at the lowest tariff lates. KENNEDY
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      956 8 W. MANSON, American Dentist, Late of Dr. Allen Cu. t Pha. U.S.A. Cha r ges Moderate, Consultation Fiea. I Hr 11)1 NO AT No. 21a Penang Hoad. A few doors from the Eastern and Oriental Hotel. 6 mth TEA V 4 TEA uOLE AGENTS FOB PENANG, PATERSON, SIMONS Co.. Ltd.
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