Straits Echo, 11 February 1909
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Title Section35 1909-02-11 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, THURSDAY, nth FEBRUARY, 1909. Sink's Copy, 10 real*. No. 32.35 words
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Advertisement976 1909-02-11 1 tianq LEE Jk 00. BASS’S ALE. 4\^ o. CO c. Q U’ 3 E 3 <v 'O a v>vy Hi ‘IfIOIS S.SS3NNI/10 SOLE AO BUTS. THE bank». EASTERN SHIPPING Chartered Bank of India, Australia and China. Company, Lid., (ENGINE WORKS.) INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER. Hongkong Shanghai Banking Corporation' 115.000.000 Engineers,976 words
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Advertisement24 1909-02-11 1 THE BEST BEER IN THE FAR EAST. rSOJdIN ft T 7 CN c-, r~ > >■ 'O M £q Tom TIANQ LEE A Co.. Sole Agents.24 words
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Article225 1909-02-11 2 The Murine Department of the Hoard of Trade has issued the following notice to owners and masters regarding ships’ boats and life saving apparatus: Attention is called to the fact that ihe boats, life buoys, life belts and other lifesaving apparatus on board all225 words
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Article597 1909-02-11 2 Mr. 11 ucli Ward Discusses Modern Plays. “During the past mue months I have divided my time between Loudon, Paris and New York looking for plays,"said Mr. Hugh Ward, the manager and proprietor of the London Comedy Co., in a recent interview. And your experience asked597 words
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Advertisement86 1909-02-11 2 A Popular Remedy in South Africa. Chamberlain's Cough Kennedy Ims been in South Africa for a number of years, and the fact that it still retains its popularity as a cure of coughs, colds and croup is certain proof that it gives satisfaction. Morutn Bros general merchants at Tarkastad, Cape86 words
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Advertisement2133 1909-02-11 2 “ALCAZAR” CINEMATOGRAPH, KING STREET THEATRE, The Most Perfect Cinematograph Entertainment Ever Given in the Colony, The Latest and Most Up-to-date Pictures. Look Out for the GRAND OPENING RIGHT, Friday 12th Feb., 1909. Extraordinary Announcement, France’s Leading Actors and Actresses, m a Dramatic Comedy bv Brada, THE BRIGADIER S STRIPES.” Savs2,133 words
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Shipping.
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Article99 1909-02-11 3 Calypso, Br. s.s., 339, Bannatyne, 11th Feb., Singapore, 9tb Feb., Gen—W. M. Co. Rotorua, Br. s.s., 556, Glenday, 11th Feb., Singapore, 9tb Feb., Gen. E. S. Co., Ltd. Selangor, Br. s s., 444, Turner, 11th Feb Singapore, 9th Feb.. Gen. —A. G. Co. Sappho, Br. s.s., 327, Upton, 11th99 words
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Article40 1909-02-11 3 11th February. Vidar, lor Fort Swettenbam, Port Dickson aud Malacca. Petrel, for Pangkalan Brandan. Perak, for Deli. Leontj Ho, for Trang. Calypso, for Deli. Canton, for Bindings and Teluk Anson. Thongwa, for Port Swettenbam and Singapore. Sexla, for Rangoon.40 words
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Article249 1909-02-11 3 Foa Colombo aud Tuticorin—Per Persia, to morrow, 2 pm. Port Swettenbam and Singapore—Per Rotorua, to-morrow, 2 p.m. Tongkab, Kopab, Renong, Victoria Point, Mergui and Tavoy—Per Vorwarts, tomorrow, 2 p.mPort Swettenbam and Singapore—Per Selangor, to-morrow, 3 p m. Teluk Anson—Per Carlyle, to-morrow, 3 p.m. Deli- Per Malaya, to-morrow, 3249 words
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Article255 1909-02-11 3 Per I. G. M. 8.8. Kleist, (from Bremen, 13th Jan.) due at Penang ou 18th FebTo Penang Mr. A S. Haynes, Dr. R. Romer and family, Mr. Fritz Vogel, Mr. and M rs. T. A. G. isohoevers. To Singapore Mt. W. Criisemann, Mr. Fritz Kupper, Mrs.255 words
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Article36 1909-02-11 3 P. O. SAILINGS. Mail Service. Outwards. Homkwakds Macedonia 23 Feb. I Devanha 13 Feb. DelKi 11 Mar. Britannia 27 Extrd Service. Outwards. Homkwakds. Palma 18 Feb. I Niiama 19 Feb. Sumatra 2 Mar. Malta 5 Afar36 words
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Advertisement1375 1909-02-11 3 (SHIPPIN G.) P. 0. Steam Navigation Coy. Expected A r main and Departnres. Mail Servic*. Outward. Feb. 11 Delta connecting with Moldavia 25 Macedonia do. Malwa Mar. 11 Delhi do. Mongolia Homeward. THROUGH STEAMER TO LONDON. s.s. Macedonia March 26. FARES BY MAIL STEAMERS. l*t Clasi Sod Clan To London1,375 words
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Article, Illustration100 1909-02-11 4 JnaMca iMIfflM everybody and 1 net Ire atone ('nbllehed dully lesrepr «nn l««.i IT T* K CRITERION I’RESS, 1.m., No. 226—232, Beach Straei, Pmmni{ PRICE: DAILY LOCAL 984 «A.aiiam m OUTHTATIONk PoefAge K«tr» All. BIHTION (Poet rrrr) fIS OAKLS AUDRKBS Echo—Penang.” T*lrphr*n« No. 343 A. A.—All bueiiiHM.100 words
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Article981 1909-02-11 4 The Home mail brings us reports of two public speeches by Sir Robert Hart, ex-Inspector-General of Chinese Customs. Not having at disposal sufficient space to reproduce all the points of chief interest, we skim them here, just glancing at those utterances which offer openings for comment.981 words
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Article209 1909-02-11 4 The following; business in tin has been done to day Singapore: Straits Trading Co buyers, no sellers j s6j*o2^ Penang; Penang Tin Exchange, 1 buyers, no sellers > do ou Straits Trading Co., buyers, no sellers j ”5 ®-S Eastern Smelting Co *5 tons at209 words
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Article471 1909-02-11 4 The Annual General Meeting of the Peuang Ladies’ Rifle Club was held at the Residency at 10 30 a in yesterday. Eighteen members were present. The minutes of the last General Meeting were read and confirmed. The Hon. Secretary presented a report which was adopted and the471 words
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Article321 1909-02-11 4 Lawn Tennis Tournament. Following were the results of the ties played yesterday Championship. Has Inin beat Rogers, 6-4; 10-8. Mixed Doubles Handicap Miss Boyd and Sells (bye) beat Miss Martin and Smith (bye), B*6; 2. Mrs. Keun and Ivens (bye) beat M iss H“gan and Stronach (bye),321 words
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TELEGRAMS.
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Article55 1909-02-11 4 i i (Echo Special.) Sixteen Houses Gutted. Ipoli, 11th February.—A serious tire raged in Market Street yesterday. Sixteen houses were gutted. It is stated that the tire originated by the upsettin g of an opium-smoker’s lamp. I am unable at present (eight a.in.) to obtain any55 words
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Article82 1909-02-11 4 f (Supplied by Reuter.) 1 A Roundrohin to Roosevelt. London, 11th February. —An Association J representing all the Chinese resident in the 5 United States has telegraphed to President, Roosevelt protesting against any unjust discrimination as between Asiatics. The I petition declares that the immigration inspectors habitually82 words
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Article64 1909-02-11 4 j (Supplied by Reuter.) i A Coming Great Nation. r The Rt Hon. Louis Botha, interviewed at Cape Town, said that the new Constitution meant that the two chief races were to be as one, and in that resolve they hoped to lav well the foundations of64 words
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Article34 1909-02-11 4 (Supplied by Reuter.) Threequarters Higher. j London, 11th February —Consols have moved threequarters higher. There has been considerable buying on the Continent, owing, L it is believed, to the Frarc'-German agreement regarding Morocco.34 words
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Article64 1909-02-11 4 (Supplied by Reuter A Real Advance. London, 11th Feb.—The speeches at Berlin on Tuesday coupled with their congratulations on Anglo-German friendship expressions of pleasure over the conclusion of the Franco-German agreement, which has been bailed with the greatest, satisfactioa in both Paris and Berlin. General gratification is felt,64 words
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Article160 1909-02-11 4 (Supplied by Reuter.) The Royal Banquet. Lod<lou. 10th February.— At the banquet given at Berlin in honour of their Britannic Majesties, the Kaisor, in his toast, said that the whole of the Empire would regard the visit as a token of the friendly sentiments between the two countries,160 words
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Article76 1909-02-11 4 (Supplied by Reuter.) Engagement Announced. London, 9th February.—Lord Dalmeny, eldest son of the Earl of Rosebery, is engaged to Lady Dorothy Grosveuor, cousin of the Duke of Westminster. The presence of a herd of elephants and a rhino on the Bukit Rotan Road, Kuala Selangor, offers a good76 words
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Advertisement323 1909-02-11 4 AT LAST! A HIGH-GRADE BICYCLE JLT -£l LOTT COST. We are introducing a new line, called THE RED HIRD, of machines of a quality above criticism. They come from the same Factory as the famous MASSEY-HARRIS, and the price is $BO Cash. Also Cheap Bicycles from $42-50. MASSEY-HARRIS BICYCLE WORZS,323 words
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Advertisement45 1909-02-11 4 Thoroughly Tested. Chamberlain a Cough Remedy has been examined by eminent analytical chemists who certified that it cocttined no narcotics. It is not only a safe and harmless medicine but the best in use for coughs, colds and croup. The Ueorge Town Dispensary, Wholesale Ageuts.45 words
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Article315 1909-02-11 5 (From Our Own Correspondent Taiping, Bth February. Resident Travelling. The Rritish Resident left for Kinta today on a prolonged visit and will be away for about a fortnight or more. Vacation Changes. Mr. A. K Peck, Acting Magistrate. Larut, who was relieved by Mr. C. N. Maxwell, left315 words
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Article538 1909-02-11 5 (From Our Own Correspondent Alor Star. Bth Febiuary. Robbery. A robbery took place h few ago at Titi Haii I)ris. A shop, was rausacked and goods including opium were taken away. Ten arrests were made, but the complainant could not identify any,, one. They were tried by the538 words
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Article153 1909-02-11 5 Mr. Hamilton Crotherx writes a letter to the Daily News on the subject of the findings of tbe Straits Settlements Opium Commission, and pointing out, what other countries are doing ro minimise the evils of opium smoking, t»maiks: What a strange spectacle is here The Straits153 words
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Article668 1909-02-11 5 The output from the Pusing Lama group of mines for the month of January was as follows Pusing Lama Tin Mines, 470 piculs, won by the Company, plus 168 piculs, won by the Tributors. Pels. Fusing Bharu Tin Mines 345 Siputeh Tin Mines 175 The output668 words
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Article934 1909-02-11 5 (Before -Mr. Brown J Negligent Rikishn-pulling. Kok Y.)k. a rikisbu-puller, was yesterday fined $2 for negligently pulling his rikisha, so that a child was knocked down. Dishonestly Retaining Stolen Property, etc. AD*hony was yesterday charged with (1) dishonestly retaining stoleu property, to wit, a silver cigarette case,934 words
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Article147 1909-02-11 5 Arrived. Per ss. De'ta, 11th Ftb from London Mrs. J. Craig aud 2 mfints. Miss ft E. Ashton, Mr. J. C. Benson, Air. G P. Parsons, Mrs. Parson, Miss R. M. Welch, Mr. F. Lewis and Mrs. T.9wis. From Marseilles Mr. W. A. Luning Mr R Fairnie, Mr. aud147 words
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Article87 1909-02-11 5 To-day. 2lst Day of Ist AI oon. Municipal Commission, 3 30 p.m P. C. C. Tennis Tournament. The New Japanese Cinematograph, corner of Campbell Street and Penang Road, 7-30 p.m. and 9-1 > p.m. Tomorrow 22 nd Dav of Ist Aloon. P. C C. Tennis Tournament Lecture to Volunteers87 words
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Advertisement34 1909-02-11 5 Dr. Fried laender testifies that Gonosan exerts a favorable influence in removing complications and basnu)rrbaf?e; also more rapid and satisfactory results are obtained by it tban fyv. any other preparation of Sandalwood oil etc,34 words
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Advertisement32 1909-02-11 5 Gonosan (in capsules) is well tolerated by the digestive apparatus no complication of any sort occurs, and its imtion is most favorable in Cystitis. Approved by the leading specialists of the day.-.32 words
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Advertisement172 1909-02-11 5 THE NEW MODEL PIANOS by COLLAR!) COLLARD are const! ucted on the most advanced principles and possess Complete Metal Framing Perfected Overstrung Scale Compass of 7 aud 7] Octaves; and Improved Check Action, with under Dampers; so regulated and adjusted as to ensure a perfect repetition The prices are, considering172 words
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Advertisement178 1909-02-11 5 PENANG SALES ROOM. The undersigned is instructed to sell by PUBLIC AUCTION, All the Stock-in-trade, COMPRISING Glass, Crockery and Enamelled Ware, Fitting;» etc., OF Chop SIN GUAN SIANG. At No. 255, Bench Street, On Friday, 12th Feb., 1909. and following days, AT 11 AM, Each Dai. Usual Conditions of Salk.178 words
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Article2892 1909-02-11 6 IN CIVIL ORIGINAL JURISDICTION. i (Before Mr. Justice Braddell- l Cuthberlson ami Others vs. The Attorney-General. When the above was resumed before 1 Mr. Justice Braddell in the Supreme Court 1 yesterday the Hon. E C Ellis began the cross-examination of Mr Vincent Gibbons, which portion of the2,892 words
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Article131 1909-02-11 6 Pan axe, 11th Fhkvabt. (By cmrtssy oj the Charters* Hu**.) London Demand Bank .2/ 4 months’ sigm Ban* 2/4^ 8 Credit -2/V* 4 Document» r ..2 4$ bltniu, l/emaou Bank B* 174] t 4 .lays’ -ugh* Pr'*»o 176 RsMiitk, y. D'iiihii«l bun». 174 M «urnem Itanukitd H«n* I*B 4131 words
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Article193 1909-02-11 6 Gold leaf $64.60 I. Pepp er(W.Co*st 31b*.5 oz.) no stock >Yhite Pepper $l7 50 —buyers [Vang Peppe. 13] —buyers Cloves 34 —buyers Mace 74 —setters Mace Picking. 63. —sales Nutmegs 110 s 19- —tellers CNo 1 6.65 sales Sugar 5 2 90 (Basket 3.60 sales Tapioca Flour 1.65 buyers193 words
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Article230 1909-02-11 6 Pbhang, i It* Fsbbuabt, 1901*. Bbbf— ct«. Soup per catty 14 Kotutt 24 Steaks 24 Stew or Curry Meat M 16 Rump Steak m 24 Or Tail eioi< 30 Tongue 50 Feet 20 Heart 30 Liver per catty 30 Pork Pork per catty 32 Pig’s Head 20 Feet230 words
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Article449 1909-02-11 6 Mining 1 10 50 25 125 100 100 50 10 10 100 10 100 10 7 50 25 125 100 100 50 10 100 100 1 100 10 o par cent interim for 1908! 15 p.c.div bonus foro7 15p.c. for year ending 28/2/08 £2 for 1 yr. end. 30/6/08449 words
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Advertisement50 1909-02-11 6 Keep it Handy. You tn*v not need Chamberlain's Cough Remedy now, but at this season of the year you are liable to n*ad it within twenty-four hout'fl. It is, without doubt, the best on the market for coughs, colds, croup and whoop ittg cough. The George Town J>ispeusary Whob:sale Agents.50 words
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Advertisement158 1909-02-11 6 For Singapore, Hongkong, Swatow and Amoy. s b. Glen/cUloch, Captain J. H. I Hainsworth, is expected to arrive here on Thursday, and will leave for the above ports on Saturday, the 13th instant, at 3 p.m. For freight or passage, apply to KOE GUAN Co., Aqent* for WEE BIN of158 words
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Advertisement232 1909-02-11 6 Frt AC KAY’S LIQUEUR WHISKY. The Acme of Quality. WROUCHT-IRON TUBES ARD FITTINGS. Large Stock Always on Hand. ADAMSON, CIL.FILL.AN CO., LTD. Andrew Usher Co.’s NOTICE. SPECIAL RESERVE O.V.G. Whisky. SANDILANDS, BUTT uRV Co. AGENTS FOR BBISANO i M. S. THE CELEBRATED “S. B. Co.” GIN Buttery A Cn “SLEDGE232 words
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Article445 1909-02-11 7 Item No. 122 in the latest Government Gazette is an order by the Governor in Council under Section 325 of “The Municipal Ordinance 1896,” as follows 1. In exercise of the powers conferred bv section 325 of The Municipal Ordinance 1896 (hereinafter called the Ordinance the445 words
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Article444 1909-02-11 7 The Darlington Forge Company have obtained an important contract for stern frames, rudders, and brackets for two large White Star liners which are being built at Belfast. These are stated 1o be the largest ships of the liner class which have been built, and they exceed444 words
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Article134 1909-02-11 7 Wanted in Penang. A scheme for enabling the public to discriminate betweeu synchronised aud unsynchronised clocks in London has been submitted by the Standard Time Company, Limited, of Queen Victoria-street, to the sixty owners of the former in the City and West End of London. The manager of134 words
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Article146 1909-02-11 7 One of the pluckiest and most remarkable feats ever recorded at sea is that of the skipper of the Grimsby trawler Buffalo. During the recent gales the vessel stranded at Reykiaues. a rocky cape of Iceland. The crew left in the small boat for146 words
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Article213 1909-02-11 7 Important Musical Copyright J udgment. An important jud meut, under the Musical Copyright. Act. referring to the question as to whether perforated rolls for use on piano-players may be regarded as copies of music or uot, was given by the Lord Chief Justice, who, with Justices Bigbam and213 words
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Article184 1909-02-11 7 The following latter to the Editor of the Times of Burma should touch the official spot: Sir, will you kindly allow me a space in your widely circulated paper the thing is this —The Forest Department Clerks pay has beeu increased lately by the Burma Government184 words
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Advertisement1140 1909-02-11 7 INSURANCES Guardian Assurance Company, Limited, Established 1821. je2.000.000 u P Subecribed Capital Total Invented Funds wards of 4,500,000 Total Annual Income £759,000 rpHK undermined have been appointed JL Agents of tlie above Company at Peuang, and are prepared to issue policies of Insurance against loss by fire at the lowest1,140 words
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Advertisement22 1909-02-11 7 Matico Capsules and Injection still maintain tbeir reputation for the cure of those inconvenient diseases, about which the least said the better.22 words
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Advertisement135 1909-02-11 7 Chamberlain’s Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. This Remedy always wins the good opinion, if not the praise, of those who use it. The quick cures, which it effects, even in the most severe cases, makes it a favourite everywhere. It is equally valuable for children, and when reduced with sweetened135 words
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Advertisement964 1909-02-11 8 W. MANSON, American Dentist, late of Dr. AIU i Cu., Pha. U.S.A. barges Modeu 3, Consultation Frea. KIN DINS AT /Vo. 2la, Penang Hoad. A few doors from the Eastern and Oriental Hotel. <> mtb*. TEA FOR USEFUL TO PLANTERS, ESTATES, ETC. Large Check Roll Books of 200 leaves. Price,964 words
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